Therapists in L6W

As a clinical therapist, I work in partnership with my clients to understand their struggles and circumstances from their perspective. I employ an empathetic, non-judgmental approach while fostering a safe atmosphere for clients to tell their story. Clinically, my practice is evidence based and tailored to client’s strengths and needs. My goal is to empower clients to seize control of their own lives by teaching them the skills to steer it in line with their own values and build resiliency to face life’s hardships.

Amrit is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Toronto, and a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She has been practicing social work for 29 years primarily in health care and employee/ family assistance programs. She understands Punjabi and is an LGBTQ+ ally. Amrit looks forward to supporting you to develop coping skills and tools to move through the difficulties, uncertainties and crises in your life, especially during Covid-19.

*Accepting new clients* Life can be overwhelming and with challenges. I have 20+ years of experience working in mental health settings at various hospitals and clinics in the GTA. Making the decision to look into counselling or therapy can feel uncomfortable and intimidating at times. It's important to find a therapist with whom you feel comfortable. Together we will assess your current situation and the challenges you may be facing, brainstorm and examine the changes you would like to make. I will support you in establishing your goals, and create an intervention plan based on your strengths to support changes.

I am currently accepting new clients! - Are you preteen, teen or young adult that feels as if life is kicking your butt? You don't know how to feel with the stress and anxiety of everyday life? Or, you don't know how to make the right plans to set you up for the rest of your life? Going through life is tough, and sometimes no-one else understands, or will not give the time of day to listen. This may lead to depression, barriers in your everyday life, and just an overall overwhelming sense of being. All of these challenges are difficult, but very real. Your feelings, thoughts, and behaviours are all valid!

I am so glad that you are contemplating the start of a 'therapeutic journey' as life can sometimes feel overwhelming and difficult to manage on your own. I know it takes ‘courage’ to reach out for support, and I understand that we sometimes need a 'place' to share our burdens. I also recognize that it can be ‘scary’ to seek help, but my practice includes a ‘non-traditional’ holistic ‘Christian & Biblical Perspective’, where we can work together to reach your full potential as a child of 'God'. Contact me, as it would be my privilege to work with you, during this time in your life. So let's get started.

Life is a journey: it has a beginning; it has an end. The journey between these two points can take us on many different paths. The path we travel is uniquely our own. No other person encounters the world quite the way we do. The most important aspect of our lives is the journey within, one which is often overlooked until a time of crisis and deep, personal pain, or when one is driven by personal circumstances to become introspective and evaluate their lives.

When we are struggling to manage life challenges, our ability to cope can become strained. Such stressors can affect our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in unhealthy ways. They can also show up as frustration, irritability, and/or anger. Exploring relevant past experiences, with skillful therapeutic interventions, I support individuals, couples, and families to understand what is happening for them in the present. Believing that the client is the expert in their lives, I also help people to develop care plans intended to challenge unhelpful ways of functioning in their world while restoring feelings of happiness and hopefulness.

As we journey through life, unfair things happen. The associated thoughts, feelings and people can stay with us as painful memories, create a sense of burden and influence our future expectations. While we can't change the past, it is under our control to change the way we look at what happened. As challenging events and relationships unfold, we can control how we respond. We do this by becoming more aware of automatic negative reactions and replacing them with healthier thoughts, feelings and behaviours. It is possible for you to obtain a new lease on life and to embrace a future filled with things that have seemed out of reach.

My philosophy of practice is centered around several guiding principles: holistic practice, collaboration, and flexible modalities of practice. Over the 15+ years I serviced various clients across a multitude of issues. My ideal client is someone who has a desire to move forward, may not know how but willing to do the work require to facilitate powerful change. They are willing to try various strategies until they find the one that works for their circumstances and is willing to be vulnerable together in order to get to the root cause of the issue.

I enjoy working with clients who appreciate that in getting to their best selves and quality of life must look at their whole health. Life is hard and all the more challenging when we aren't taking great care of ourselves physically, emotionally, financially, spiritually or mentally. Learning how to DO things differently matters given that just wanting and talking about change simply isn't enough. Helping clients understand and heal relationships past and present also goes a long way to improving their overall quality of life.

Karlene Grant has been working as a social worker/therapist for approximately 22 years and is registered with the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, in good standing. I provide compassionate care with professionalism, located in Mississauga and Brampton. Also now offering evidenced based treatment groups. CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) and DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) groups for adults and youth. Groups starting in Fall 2017 and offered in the Brampton office location only.

Developing self-awareness — what’s important to you, your unique strengths and resources, and the ways in which you may hold yourself back — is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. When faced with life’s inevitable challenges, self-awareness is like a compass, helping you find your true north and live your best, most authentic life. My role is to create a safe space in which we identify your unique strengths, explore how you limit yourself, and help you to thrive. I ask curious, thoughtful questions to help you make sense of your challenges and find a way forward that is consistent with your values and your true self.

I work primarily with children, adolescents, parents and families having difficulty with stress, trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting challenges and relationship issues. I also work with new Canadians who struggle with adjustment to the North American culture. I offer group therapy for teenagers of immigrant parents. I provide Clinical Assessments and Psycho-Educational Diagnostic Assessments that help to clarify issues related to Learning Difficulties and other school related concerns. I use client-centered approach to therapy. I employ evidence-based strategies, such as Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) as well as Family Systems.

We work collaboratively with clients to understand their struggles and help them recognize their strengths. We offer an empathic, non-judgmental, and safe atmosphere for clients to discuss their issues and rediscover a sense of courage. Wanting to see a therapist but unsure how with the stress of a busy life or perhaps anxiety about attending an office appointment? Online Therapy offers you the convenience of a therapy session in the comfort of your own home or a chosen location. Currently accepting clients for ONLINE/PHONE THERAPY only. Instagram: natashacounselling

I enjoy helping my clients reach a place of awareness and personal growth. I get it - because I have been there too! My areas of therapeutic focus include helping high achieving professionals navigate the struggles of self-sabotaging behaviours, negative thoughts, limiting believes, worries, fear, feeling like an imposter, self-doubt and sadness that comes from adverse childhood experiences, dysfunctional family of origin dynamics, racial trauma and workplace oppressions that often lead to anxiety and depression. Each therapy session is specifically tailored to meet your unique needs, while working towards the achieving your goals.

Green Life Counseling offers individual, couple and family therapy for adolescents and adults in Ontario. We are Registered Psychotherapists, and Social Workers who are regulated, qualified, and experienced. Looking forward to the opportunity to develop a therapeutic relationship with you and work alongside you on your personal journey. For further information or online booking, pls visit www.greenlifecounseling.com.

Does your child struggle with anger, ADHD, anxiety, low self confidence, non-compliance, low self-esteem, problem solving, decision making, or conflict resolution? Are you looking for a Child psychologist or Child therapist in your area? Positive Kids specializes in offering Child therapy & counselling services specifically designed to help children acquire social and emotional skills. The premise of this revolutionary child therapy program is that when children can gain the tools to manage emotional stresses, they are in a better position to excel academically and socially. The result is that kids do better in school and thrive in social settings.

Harrison holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology, a doctorate in Philosophy in Social Work, a Master's degree in Social Work, a Master's Degree in Counselling and a Bachelor's in Theology. He specialized in Mental Health and Addictions, Relationships and Parenting Issues. He is considered one of the leading cognitive therapist workshop presenters. He wears many hats in the field of supporting individuals, couples, families, and co-operations. Provides training and consultations to various community partners, including universities, psychiatrists, medical doctors, social workers, nurses, police officers and senior management teams.

Do you at times feel, disenfranchised or marginalized? Have you ever experienced bullying gender discrimination, microaggression or racism? Oppressed people need a voice. It is your house that is burning down- not your neighbor's. Let me help you put out the fire--I've "been there." I can also support: anxiety, depression, grief and loss, family conflicts, anger management, workplace issues, couples relationship support, M.V.A /PTSD recovery. My therapeutic modalities are: Integrative, Solutions Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Family Therapy, CPT and DBT.