Therapists in Whitby, ON

Namaste! I provide individual, relationship and marriage counselling, in a nonjudgmental, relaxed environment. Over the last 35 years I have worked with individuals and couples guiding, teaching and helping them by using an eclectic approach, and a variety of different types of modalities depending on the particular needs of my clients. I also provide family mediation and relationship counselling for couples who have split. I am a sex therapist, working with all couples and individuals. I specialize in many areas, as I believe all issues are connected, so to treat problems in isolation is unrealistic and can be short lived.

Our team provides support for individuals of all ages (including children and teens), couples and families dealing with a variety of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, marital difficulties, grief/loss and chronic stress management. We all struggle from time to time and our team can help you walk through the individual challenges you are facing and get back to feeling your best again.

In therapy, I hope to join with clients in creating an environment where openness and exploration is safe. My approach in therapy is one of respect, empathy, and nurturance, recognizing the uniqueness of every individual and circumstance. I provide both short and long term counselling drawing from a variety of therapeutic models including: cognitive-behavioural, solution-focused, emotion-focused, mindfulness-based, and narrative approaches to therapy. Regardless of modality, it is always my goal to aid the process of self-discovery leading to empowerment, clarity, and authentic life opportunities.

Life is a complex journey, filled with its own set of challenges, yet it also holds the promise of hope. Whether you find yourself grappling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship or marital issues, parenting struggles, stress, or the daunting task of breaking negative patterns, know that you do not walk this path alone. I offer you a safe haven, a sanctuary where you can freely explore your challenges without judgment. Together, we will craft a personalized treatment plan that harnesses your unique strengths and addresses your individual needs.

Seeking help with personal challenges takes courage. Often the issues we are facing can make us feel stuck or blocked from achieving our goals. Healthy magnificent lives and relationships are built by gathering information, advice, knowledge and experience. We help you identify your existing strengths, clarify problem areas and develop solutions to resolve the challenges you face, removing obstacles that block your path to positive change. We work with people of all ages, cultures and orientations . Our aim is to help you improve yourself and your relationships using evidence-based approaches and strategies. For more information or to schedule your initial consultation in person or internet video session ... visit us at www.jeffpacker.com.

Let me help you sort through your relationship tools and improve your ability to cope with the pressures of daily life, its transitions and challenges. My formal training in counselling theories and techniques, as well as psychology, sociology, human development, physiology and communication will help me to assist you and your loved ones to achieve your interpersonal goals. We will tailor your therapy to fit the specific area of growth and healing that is best suited for you. This may include Cognitive Behavioural, Narrative, Emotion Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Family Systems Theory.

At VMH we can connect you a therapist suited best for you in under 24H's... It takes courage to initiate therapy but investing in your well-being is one of the greatest gifts you can give to yourself. Whether you are seeking to learn strategies to cope with life's ups and downs, tools to manage challenging emotions, or support with difficult life events, it is our privilege to be here for you. Our diversely skilled group of Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Social Workers are here to help you get results. At Vault Mental Health we will create a tailor-made treatment plan unique to you and your situation.

We are a Team of Registered Psychotherapists who are dedicate to working with children, youth, families, and adults in unique ways which are tailored to the clients individual strengths and challenges. It is important for us to meet our clients where they are at, not where we might want them to be. This will allow for clients to be a dedicated participant in their journey to wellness. We create a safe space for clients to explore their challenges and work on personal goals. Our team works from a Client-Centered focus, allowing for clients to direct the therapy and contribute to the journey they are on.

In therapy, my hope for your journey is for us to make meaning of your experiences in an authentic manner. I love building connections with my clients to create a safe space for them to explore their pain points, and appreciate how our unique relationship is based on our varying biological, sociological, and psychological perspectives on life.

VIRTUAL and IN-PERSON current availability. I offer compassionate, short-term, evidence based therapy for anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, body image disorders and difficulties in relationships. These types of challenges often interfere with living one’s best life. For families, I can help parents understand their child’s anxiety, depression, aggression, BPD, ADHD, and/ or ASD related behaviours and develop ways to best support their child with the use of new skills. For couples, therapy improves connection and communication, and reduces conflict.

As your therapist, I will guide you through your own journey with your mental health. I hope to improve your quality of life, better your relationship with yourself, and be there for you when you need me. I focus on managing stress, reducing symptoms of anxiety, regulating your nervous system, increasing your self-awareness, processing trauma and emotional pain, and working through shame and self-criticism. I tailor each session to your goals and needs and even make custom handouts to better support & guide you. If these are not your goals for therapy and you simply just want to talk I'm here for that too!

Do you often wonder why you continue to feel like you're losing yourself and not living your best life? Do you think you're not being heard, seen, or understood when facing challenges? Are you asking many questions but still need clarification or guidance on direction? If so, I invite you to a calm, relaxing, and non-judgmental space where you can unpack your stressors and begin to heal. I am committed to my client's success and believe in their full potential. I am patient and listen with understanding, addressing the impact of intergenerational trauma and applying culturally sensitive approaches to increase awareness.

30 years of experience working with children ages 5-25 years. I am honest, calm, fair, and a nonjudgmental therapist able to create real and meaningful relationships with children, youth, and their parents. I am a caring, fair, and a results-oriented type of person. I enjoy building a relationship that is honest, fair, empathetic, and positive for my clients because I firmly believe that it is through a supportive and non-judgmental relationship that the healing begins and therapeutic results are delivered. My goal is to help the child heal and learn how to cope with their thoughts and emotions

Life is full of challenges. Sometimes our past and present life circumstances make it hard to manage them. Relationships, life transitions, trauma, fears, grief and loss, parenting worries, anxiety or low self esteem can all trigger feelings of distress and rob you of joy. When it feels hard to cope, it helps to talk. You don’t have to navigate these challenges by yourself. I can support you. You are not alone.

Problems are inevitable and normal in life, some can be small and some bigger than one can handle. At that time an extra set of hands surely help. I can be that extra set of hands to pick you up when you are down by listening to you without judging, guiding you to get back to the rhythm of life, and cheering you from side lines, using some time tested techniques that have helped many to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, anger issues, addictions and grief, to name a few. I have helped many people in my 25 years of professional life in USA and Canada. I invite you to join me to explore your unending possibilities in life.

If you are looking for an open minded, thoughtful and empathetic therapist, it's time to give me a call. I hold a Master's degree in Social Work from University of Windsor and over 15 years experience in mental health and community services. I have experience working with diverse client’s and have a passion for helping individuals, couples and families. I am also passionate about the value of growth and development and have started to build a small practice team to increase access to therapy. We are passionate, knowledgeable, motivated, and ethical therapists from various backgrounds, disciplines and specializations.

Hi there, my name is Shelby and I’m so happy you are here! I’m a strong believer that my passion for helping others and ability to pull on a human-centered therapeutic approach creates a therapy space conducive to positive change and holistic growth. To do this, I am committed to offering a safe, judgment-free and welcoming environment to help individuals, couples and families explore their personal, relational and/or life goals and learn how to utilize personal strengths to help get yourself there.

Are you coming to therapy with questions about your identity, trauma, taking up space, doubt, or how to navigate change or difficult relationship dynamics? Do you feel like you might be the only person who has ever felt this way? Or like anxiety has been keeping you from accessing the support you deserve? As a queer person who has benefited greatly from my own therapy, I know how important it is to have a nonjudgmental space where I can show up as my whole and authentic self and have my grief, loss, and doubts witnessed and validated. I would be honoured to create that space with you.

You have likely encountered some challenging times recently, or else you wouldn’t be here. Feeling stuck and not knowing how to move forward? You may not know where that journey will take you, but I can help be your personal guide. I believe my main role is to help observe and facilitate your personal journey. Imagine a life of clarity, love and freedom from the negative thoughts or emotions that fill your head and binds you. Imagine waking up every day feeling in control of whatever might come your way; knowing that you have the internal strength to deal with and manage it. Imagine being the best version of YOU.