Therapists in M5V

My passion is to engage with clients who are struggling with mental health issues and for which traditional talk therapy may not be the most helpful modality. As a certified professional art therapist, I seek to help my client find meaning, purpose, and ultimately their inner voice through the creative process. A client may come into art therapy seeking relief from a variety of issues but later find that they can oftentimes find wisdom from within. Art therapy can jog such a process where words sometimes fail. The goal of my practice is to cultivate and nurture this inner voice, and so help my client to develop greater confidence.

Are you looking to resolve personal or relational issues; looking to make changes in different areas of your life; facing difficult life choices; or simply seeking support or guidance at a stressful time in your life? If so, you have come to the right place. Collaboratively, we can work on the areas you are looking to strive in: personal development, relational growth (romantic, family, or peer relationships), and/or work-life balance.

When individuals experience life stressors or challenges, it can be very exhausting and their lives may seem to unravel. An important first step in the journey of recovery and self-discovery is talking about it with someone. As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with CRPO, I provide ethical, compassionate, and culturally sensitive care to the youth and adult population through a client-led practice, including accommodation of, and respect for differences in opinions, values, and attitudes across various cultures in a cooperative, anti-oppressive practice.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor in good standing with the BCACC. I am currently completing a PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, and have acquired a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology. I am an executive contributor for Brainz Magazine, which has been recognized as the #7 Business Magazine in the world. Throughout my career I have had the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients. I utilize an integrated holistic approach to counselling with a primary focus on a mind-body relational perspective. I work collaboratively with my clients and offer empathetic listening, compassion, acceptance, and support.

I am Shawna - a passionate and innovative therapist who believes strong mental health is rooted in resilience and connection. Having worked exclusively with young cancer patients and their families over the past decade helped me realize that emotional pain and resilience are not mutually exclusive experiences - they live together. Through the process of recognizing and experiencing our deepest pain, fear and longing we can become better versions of ourselves. My style is empathic, intuitive, and interactive, and I uncover and guide my clients to use their untapped strengths, resilience, and potential for connection in their lives.

I have developed Mindrelief, an online clinic for delivering online psychotherapy in Ontario.This is a new approach to effectively deliver evidence based therapy. When dealing with health problems, the one thing you should not be worried about is affording the care you need. We are shifting to an entirely FREE model with no cost associated for any of our packages. Moving forward, each session will consist of a Digital component plus a 20-minute Video Session. To continue with our program and new model.

I work with clients using an emotion-focused, experiential approach called Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP). This innovative and evidence-based approach has been shown to lead to long-term change in a relatively short amount of time with a variety of issues such as: anxiety, depression, conflict in relationships at home or at work, difficulties forming attachments, medically unexplained symptoms or chronic pain, grief, stress or the after-effects of trauma. Clients often come to therapy feeling: "What I am going through is really tough, it is not getting better and the things I have tried haven’t worked."

I'm deeply passionate about working with individuals impacted by intergenerational trauma, and the cycles of violence and oppression that perpetuate it. My practice is rooted in understanding these systems and the impact they have on our mental wellbeing.

Asking for help when you're struggling can be difficult. If you're feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, lost, or confused, you're not alone. Whether you're facing challenges with anxiety, depression, burnout, work stress, relationship struggles, life changes, or self-esteem, you deserve support. Your mental health matters and no issue is too big or too small to reach out. I will work with you collaboratively to deepen your understanding of your emotions and experiences and to establish goals that work toward what feeling better looks like for you.

People who benefit from DBT often struggle with Borderline Personality Disorder, suicidal thoughts or suicidal behaviour, self-harm, intense negative emotions, impulsive behaviours, substance abuse, anger management, relationship difficulties, chronic feelings of emptiness, and eating disorders, among other possible problems. Our team is dedicated to helping clients who struggle with their emotions to achieve less suffering and greater peace, and to build the lives they want to live.

Ashlyn Fisher completed her undergraduate degree in Psychology and obtained her Masters of Social Work degree from The University of Toronto. Ashlyn began her clinical practice working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds suffering from eating disorders and co-occurring mental health issues. During Ashlyn's internships, she acquired additional clinical experience providing one on one counselling to adults suffering from addictions and severe mental illnesses such as bipolar affective disorder, schizophrenia, and extreme depression and anxiety. Additionally, Ashlyn worked as a child and family therapist at the SickKids Centre for Community Mental Health where her focus was on assessment and intervention.

"You can't solve a problem with the same thought that created it," Mary Pipher. As a Registered Psychotherapist I help individuals restructure negative thoughts to create a mindset that stimulates strength and empowerment.

I am a skilled and compassionate social worker practicing in the mental health field in Ontario. I am a clinician who believes in the value of the therapeutic alliance and strives to create a safe, and non-judgmental space for individuals to work towards their therapy goals.

Are you struggling to find meaning and purpose in your life? Perhaps you feel overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure who to talk to. If you are curious to uncover motivations behind behaviors and bring awareness to how past life experience informs who you are today, we can explore more together in a judgment-free, non-hierarchical and empathetic environment.

I believe the willingness to reflect and explore one’s inner experience is a key foundation to healing and change. However, it can be challenging to open up and be vulnerable in beginning this process, and I want to acknowledge the courage it took for you to take this first step toward your healing and personal growth. Through a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship, I aim to provide a safe and supportive environment to foster self-exploration, awareness, and self-compassion. I use an integrative, client centered approach, and strive to empower all my clients to be active participants in their own journey.

Life is ever changing, bringing unanticipated circumstances which may leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, and stressed. In addition to this, childhood trauma and family upbringing can also have long lasting effects on our choices as adults and the way in which we interact in relationships, preventing us from achieving fulfilment and healthy and positive connections with our partners and children. I can help you to develop tools that work for you to strengthen and drastically improve your self confidence, self image and relationship skills. I can help you understand and control feelings of anger, anxiety, depression, PTSD, Trauma, grief and much more.

Has sexual behaviour, anger, or drug/alcohol abuse caused problems in your life, or in the life of your loved one? Do you have thoughts or feelings in these areas that seem overwhelming to you, and you don't know where to turn? Are you having difficulty in your relationships, your job, or in other important areas of your life because of your thoughts or behaviours in these areas? Do you feel like you are a "sex addict?" Have you, or has your loved one, been charged with a criminal offence? I might be able to help...

Are there any thoughts or feelings that have been on your mind, and you haven’t found the right moment or person to talk to about them? Sometimes we hesitate to put feelings into words because we fear what might happen after that. At the same time, doing so in a safe space can be one of the best ways to process them. An unbiased and non-judgmental perspective can help you find out what these feelings or thoughts mean to you and, collaboratively, we can define what you truly want and how to get there.

You may come to therapy because you feel lost, alone, angry, confused, empty, fearful, betrayed, or hopeless. Or not. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, identity, relationships, unwanted thoughts and feelings, addictions, shame, or guilt. Or not. You may come to therapy because you want to understand how your early experiences are shaping your life. Or you may be curious about the therapeutic process, more generally. Or not.

Life is challenging enough without adding a pandemic to the mix. Much of what we used to rely on to bring happiness day to day is now limited. So it is understandable we are more vulnerable to feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or experience strain in our relationships. This feels familiar to the clients I see, who describe being stuck, depressed, feeling angst, and not sure why or how to stop it. I've been there too, stuck with pain from the past and unsure how to throw the baggage away. I can help you find some peace, with a few satisfying 'A-ha' moment here and there, so you can release the toxic patterns for good!