"It is with great honour and respect that I guide people out of the maze of confusion, emotional distress and dissatisfaction towards a life with freedom of choice, joy and a state of well-being. It can take a lot of courage to admit that the resources and skills you have traditionally used to solve your problems are not sufficient in your current circumstances. To quote Albert Einstein, "We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them." I commend you for taking the first step into seeking support and guidance for yourself."

"We all go through difficult times that need some assistance. Maybe you are not feeling as confident as you used to be because something has changed in your life, or maybe because things have stayed the same. You could be caught up in difficult thoughts and emotions that make it hard to work towards the things you value, I get it. I have spent years assisting people with: anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, life changes, chronic health issues, emotional eating, school and work related stress, family issues, infertility, third-party reproduction, adoption, postpartum support and LGBTQ+ families."

" I am a registered clinical social worker and a Certified EMDR and CBT therapist. I specialize in working with complex and developmental trauma, PTSD, diverse critical incidents, car accidents, loss, depression, anxiety, OCD, domestic and sexual abuse, psychosomatic disorders, etc. I am skilled in delivering client-centered therapeutic methods, which succeed where other methods have not been helpful by being able to access traumatic memories without analyzing and reliving them. I believe in delivering therapeutic methods that show quick and long-lasting results in our emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. "

"I work with a firm belief in the resilience of the human spirit. My belief is supported by a solid educational base, a multi-cultural variety of life experience, and a range of counselling skills and tools that makes it possible for me to meet your individual needs. You might be looking to increase psychological fitness, or make sense of past wounds, or make a change in your present way of being in the world – I offer a safe, non judgmental and supportive space to facilitate your healing. I invite you to experience who you truly are, harness your personal strength and overcome your challenges. "

"Do you wonder if you're in the right job? Do you feel you're not getting ahead and don't know what to do about it? Are you burnt out from a toxic work culture? Are you ready for a change but not sure what? Do you lack professional job search skills for today's market? As a career coach, I've helped hundreds of clients with issues like these and know how stressful they can be."

"From time to time we all need help and support. If your feeling overwhelmed & having difficulty coping with stress, conflict in a relationship, anger, ADHD, caregiver burnout, grief, life transitions, or psychological difficulties, like anxiety, trauma/PTSD, depression, and addiction, I can help. While cushioned in kindness and compassion, I will help guide you through such struggles and develop the effective skills and strategies to better cope and overcome them. When one is free of such burdens they are better able to visualize and achieve new goals, and a greater sense peace and well-being becomes realized. "

"Growing up is not always easy and it can often feel overwhelming. One of the hardest parts of being a parent is seeing your child struggle. I can help you sail through the storm. I am a bilingual Registered Social Worker experienced in working with children, adolescents and families. Whether it is a problem with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, parenting challenges, traumatic life events, issues with family transitions, adjustment to school, or peer relationships, you don't have to do it alone. "

"Serving the people of Halton Region for almost 15 years, we know that every person's challenges are unique. Our Therapy Team consists of experienced psychologists, psychological associates and registered psychotherapists, and provides therapy and diagnostic services to children, teens, adults, couples and families in English and Farsi. Our Assessment Team provides psychological and psycho-educational assessment services to young people between 5 and 19 years of age and their families. We also assess university students who are looking to update assessment reports for individual education plans (IEP). Our Assessment Follow-up Team works with the families of children and adolescents after they have completed a psycho-educational assessment to implement recommendations offered in the assessment. This might include help developing skills to regulate emotions, improve organization and initiative-taking, parent support and training, and building academic skills, including reading, writing and mathematics."

"Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. My hope is that through our work together you feel empowered to understand, strengthen and repair your relationships with self and/or other, even when it doesn't seem possible. I work from a collaborative and client centered stance; facilitating individuals, couples and families towards a greater understanding of their emotional responses and needs. As we become aware of ourselves and our needs, we have a better sense of where to make changes."

"My practice consists of two main areas, psychotherapy and school psychology. With children, adolescents, and adults, I can work on issues like reducing anxious and depressive symptoms, or enhancing overall well-being. I can also help people who are struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder or who need help regulating their attention and hyperactivity. With children and adolescents, I can conduct comprehensive psychoeducational assessments to try to figure out if they have a learning, attention, and/or intellectual disability."

"If you have concerns related to an eating disorder or your relationship with food more generally, as both a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and Registered Dietitian I offer a unique perspective to help you discover and address the core issues underlying your disordered eating and begin the process of repairing your relationship with food and your body. I also have a particular interest in working with individuals who may be facing issues related to a history of trauma and are looking for help making meaning of their experiences and cultivating a sense of stability, well-being, hope and possibility."

"Dr. Natalie Engelbrecht is a Canadian leader in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Post-Traumatic Growth, Positive Psychology, Attachment Therapy and Integrative medicine. With extensive experience in helping patients recover from trauma and thrive, Natalie knows how to navigate the road to healing and is committed to guiding her patients on their journey to wellness. Dr. Natalie Engelbrecht's approach to Health Care combines a strong background in scientific academia, gathered during her medical studies at McMaster University, and her Masters in Psychology from Liverpool university."

"Please visit back Winter 2020 for updates on my bio and private practice status! At this time, I am working to implement some additional intensive training I have completed into my practice. In relation to this, I am rolling out a Children's Wellbeing program into my private practice. I am therefore on sabbatical leave from accepting new clients into my individual client work. "

"I am a registered psychotherapist, certified Theraplay® Therapist and Play Therapist with over 20 years experience in the greater Toronto area. My treatment services are child and family-focused, helping children with: behavioural challenges (self regulation), grief, separation anxiety, excess worry or anger and attachment related concerns. Please feel free to ask for a complimentary 15 minute phone call to see if this is the right service for you and your child. Services are covered by extended health insurance plans."

"I am a Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW), Psychotherapist and I specialize in working with ADHD across the lifespan (with individuals with ADHD and their families); as well as the treatment of Depression and Anxiety Disorders. I am fascinated with the neuroscience of the brain and behaviour and am passionate about working directly with people who are struggling with their mental health, to recognize their strengths and to help them overcome their challenges. I love working with children, teens, adults as well as their families and helping them identify their goals and improve their social and emotional functioning"

"Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed or immobilized? Do you struggle to manage your adult ADHD? Perhaps you’re dealing with a difficult situation right now and need some outside support? At Dara Pappas Counselling, I specialize in working with adults with ADHD, anxiety, and school, work or parenting related stress. I have a special interest in working with young adults making the transition from adolescence to adulthood and have spent the past 10 years working as a counsellor at post-secondary institutions such as Wilfrid Laurier University and Sheridan College. "

"Life can be better. Being human means that unexpected challenges can disrupt your journey and best-laid plans. Life transitions, planned or unplanned, are those big changes that leave you disoriented, lost, discouraged, and wondering who you are. It feels impossible to reach for the help you need or believe life can be better when gripped by fear, sorrow, or worry. Healing and accepting your new reality is emotionally painful work and yet here you are taking a courageous first step toward seeking help and finding wellness. Therapy is offered in-person, online, or as part of a therapeutic group. "

"Are you feeling sad, hurt from past experiences or worried about the future? Are you in a relationship that's troubling you, or has a relationship ended and are you struggling to feel happy again? Would you like to feel better your life situation and your relationships? A good therapist can provide a confidential, accepting and warm atmosphere to share your thoughts. I can help you identify what the problems are that are interfering in your happiness, work towards a deeper understanding of these problems, and take action to reach your goals and feel happier."

"Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, depressed, hopeless, lonely,confused, scared, frustrated or stuck? Are the issues that you are facing getting in the way of your daily functioning, enjoyment, health, relationships, goals, academic success, job performance and of the hopes and dreams that you have for yourself? Are you tired of feeling the way that you are and want something different for yourself? If you answered "Yes" to any of the above, then you've come to the right place! We can work together to help you move toward a healthier and happier place in a way that fits for you."

"I am registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario as a Psychological Associate with a practice in Clinical and Counselling Psychology. With over 20 years of experience providing psychological services, I work with children and adults whose lives have been affected by traumatic experiences, parent-child attachment difficulties, emotional injuries, mental health conditions, and learning disabilities. My practice extends to children, adolescents, adults, and families."