Therapists in M5G

I know that seeking therapy can at times be difficult and intimidating. It takes courage to explore difficult experiences and emotions. I will always meet you where you are. I strive to provide you with a non-judgmental and compassionate space -- a space that can help you explore and understand yourself, and help you manage your life more effectively. In working together, you will find that my approach to therapy is collaborative, client-centred & trauma-informed. My approach to therapy is grounded in extensive training in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Somatic/ Mindfulness-based Psychotherapies.

My practice focuses on assisting individuals who are concerned or distressed about their sexual behaviours, interests, or urges and/or those who are concerned about their risk to offend (online or offline) involving a child. Specifically, I focus on helping people with paraphilias (atypical sexual interests) - for example pedophilia, exhibitionism, or voyeurism. Regardless of the path you have taken to seeking out therapy, my goal is to create a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental space for you to determine how best to move forward.

I’m pleased to connect with you. Psychotherapy can be a place to explore different aspects of yourself such as prioritizing your needs, self-compassion, etc., while also gaining a broader perspective. I’m here to support your goals, journey, and challenges along the way- Ultimately, I want you to feel comfortable and safe to explore your issues with me.

Sometimes life can become overwhelming because of our emotions, thoughts, behaviours or difficulties within our relationships. While we try to cope with life’s challenges as best as possible, sometimes we need extra help to feel better. Seeking professional support is a courageous and admirable decision, and I can’t wait to meet with you and help you through your journey of facing your difficulties and healing! In therapy, I work with adults who are experiencing difficulties related to anxiety, stress, depression, negative emotions, emotion regulation, trauma, personality disorders, relationship difficulties, and self-growth.

The Mindfulness Clinic offers a combination of modern psychotherapy alongside training in mindfulness and meditation to help you make positive changes in your life by dealing with your immediate and long term concerns. Our 30+ therapists offer mindfulness psychotherapy to help you feel your best and reach your goals. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic we are currently offering services remotely via video conferencing or telephone. Our services are covered by most insurance plans.

My goal is to help my clients arrive at a deeper understanding of their needs and motivations in work and in play, across the full spectrum of their relationships, and amid the confusion and turmoil of challenging situations. This is a process no one should have to go through alone. Having benefited from self-exploration with skillful and empathic mentors, I am privileged to rediscover the essence of this work in every new therapeutic engagement. The uniqueness of each individual calls for a disciplined mutual curiosity that allows for the constant emergence of fresh information and potentially transformative insight.

As a clinician, I maintain a solution-focused approach while incorporating different strategies tailored to each client’s unique needs. These include mindfulness and acceptance-based as well as existential-humanistic therapeutic techniques. This means I believe each individual has the capacity for self-awareness and choice and that I focus on helping each client find meaning in lived experiences. I have experience working with late adolescents to older adults, with both individuals and couples. I primarily work with young adults, who are faced with varying life challenges including, depression, anxiety, stress and psychosis.

Are you looking to make meaningful and sustainable changes in your life? Struggling with a difficult personal or family life situation? Tired of talking to people who just don’t seem to get it? You’ve come to the right place! We offer strengths-based, goal-oriented psychotherapy to support children, youth, adults, and families to express and explore difficult thoughts, understand each other's experiences, appreciate each other's needs, build on strengths, and make meaningful changes in your relationships and your life.

Now accepting new clients. Are you struggling with a difficult relationship? Do you need someone to talk to about anxiety or depression or have other mental health concerns? Let's talk about them together. I provide counselling and therapy for individuals and couples of any sexual orientation. I am mindful of issues within the context of multiculturalism and diversity as well as stigmatization often faced by those whose identities are affected by race, gender, sexual orientation, class, disabilities, religion and age. Call or send me an email to find out how I can help.

Are you an accomplished individual trying to balance the demands of both your work and home life, yet feeling overwhelmed in the process? The pressures to succeed and meet work expectations can create a sense of anxiety, panic, and dread. It can even increase feelings of depression and decrease your self-confidence to manage it all. Unfortunately, this can also impact your ability to be fully present for your loved ones and you may find that your meaningful relationships are beginning to suffer. FFR supports clients in addressing these issues so they can experience more fulfillment in both their personal and professional lives.

I am psychotherapist who has passionately worked to help people overcome mental health challenges for over 15 years. I give my clients the skills, tools and confidence to take control of situations they feel they cannot control. My clients always leave the room feeling happier and more self-assured. I use many modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to support individuals, couples, families and groups through the struggles of life. These include, depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, psychosis/schizophrenia, addiction, concurrent disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders and bereavement.

A collaborative, non-judgemental, and compassionate therapeutic relationship is important for you to comfortably share what has been most distressing for you. I provide psychotherapy to individuals experiencing issues relating primarily to anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, and trauma, and to couples seeking better communication, trust, and security. My practice is inclusive, as I work with diverse problems, histories and identities, and ensure my approaches are catered to fit your needs. I hope to guide you through your journey towards a healthier life and empower you to become your most authentic self.

My areas of speciality include emotional disturbances, addictive behaviors, substance use, anxiety, depression, life transitions and coaching, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, stress, trauma and spirituality. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, and families from a diverse range of cultural, ethnic, socio-economic and educational backgrounds. More specifically, my previous clinical experiences have afforded me the unique experiences of working with troubled teenagers suffering from addictive behaviors, refugees who have experienced significant trauma, couples pursuing international adoption.

I work with individuals and people in all types of relationships. People come to therapy for different reasons. Sometimes it’s about having a non-judgmental space to process feelings, reactions, and ways of moving forward. Sometimes it’s about exploring and changing patterns that aren’t working so well in relationships. Sometimes it’s about being witnessed in something challenging you’ve been through.

As a therapist, my priority is to make you feel 'seen'. Asking for help can feel scary - I do my best to make you feel comfortable and heard as you begin your healing journey. I work with you to become your best self by helping you to feel unstuck, build resilience and gain personal growth. I provide a warm, open and safe space for us to discover what is bothering you, what gives you meaning, and how you'd see yourself living your best life. Together, we explore the ways you've been thinking and behaving that perhaps aren’t working for you anymore, and come up with new ways that'd empower you to live a more fulfilling life.

For more than 30 years I have worked extensively with individuals, both adults and children, with couples and with families in crisis. My approach to people and their problems is a practical and a concerned one. I have an unfailing belief in the intrinsic worth of each individual. This enables me to help a wide variety of people from all walks of life. We offer services to businesses as well as to individuals in the following areas.

Do you ever feel like you're stuck in a cycle of self-doubt and self-criticism? Are you constantly worried about what others think of you, struggling to say “no” or speak up for yourself? I understand how overwhelming it can be to carry the weight of these emotions. I am here to tell you that it does not have to be this way. I help adults tame their anxiety and build resilient and trusting relationships with themselves. Asking for help takes courage and I invite you to take this journey together.

You want to make changes in your life or relationships and have noticed that there are emotions, thoughts,​ and behaviors that seem to be difficult to manage and understand on your own. You want to pursue deeper more meaningful connections, to become more effective at managing your mood, to find balance and strengthen your self-esteem, and to understand why certain patterns keep repeating. You may be ready to dive in, or hesitant to begin, but you’ve come to a place of knowing that a step has to be taken to support your journey.

Are you looking to better manage your emotions, shift unhelpful thoughts, patterns & behaviours? Do you feel overwhelmed by current challenges or past pain? Feel disconnected? Want a better relationship with yourself & others? I'm dedicated to helping people gain both the insights & skills that empower them to lead more satisfying lives. Most of my clients face challenges with: depression, anxiety, trauma (Complex & PTSD), substance abuse, self-harm, suicidality, eating & body-image, intense emotions (eg. anger, shame), self-esteem, grief, life transitions, & relationships. Many also have a history of interpersonal trauma.