You're here because you are ready for change. I sincerely believe that every person has the inner resources for change and growth. You don't have to struggle in isolation and silence. Together we can restore your sense of personal agency, self-determination and hope. I would be honoured to support you and your family through life's challenges and transitions with warmth, experience, therapeutic relationship, empathy and skill to make desired life changes.

It takes courage and strength to reach out, I understand it can be scary, difficult and uncomfortable you have taken the most difficult step which is reaching out. I work extensively with trauma, depression, anxiety, addictions, and relationship issues. I support individuals of all ages and abilities. I am a proud ally and support members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. I am happy to provide you with the support you deserve.

Being Mentally resilient through this uncertain time is key. I am mental Health and wellness specialist. I can offer practical solutions to deal with anxiety and depression which may be impacting you on an individual or relationship level.

Do you find yourself becoming overwhelmed with stress in your life? Are you looking to connect with a therapist who is understanding, nonjudgemental, and highly skilled? Whether it is due to relationships, work, school, or other demands in life, most people turn to therapy because something in their life is not working and they are seeking help to make changes. Whether it is to maintain more meaningful relationships, to heal from past trauma or manage mental health symptoms, therapy can provide a safe space to explore vulnerable thoughts and feelings with a qualified professional.

Are you facing challenges or feeling overwhelmed by life events, relationship issues or other stressful situations? I'm here to work collaboratively with you to resolve these. Backed by education, training and more than 25 years experience, you can feel confident that your needs will be addressed. For more information about me visit my website.

I believe in the power of strength-based approaches to therapy--the amazing, nameless, invisible "thing" that recognizes the strength of survival, while giving one hope in knowing we ourselves hold the power to change our world, one moment, one conversation, one encounter at a time. Within a general practice, my specialties include substance abuse, stress management, anxiety, trauma, grief, interpersonal violence and life transitions. I provide an individualized approach according to each person's unique strengths and goals. Committed to ongoing skills development, I pursuit ongoing education and training, while receiving regular consultation and supervision for my practice.

I specialize in helping individuals both young and experienced. My purpose as a therapist is to help you work toward achieving positive steps by learning to effectively manage situations and emotions which cause distress, anxiety and interpersonal struggle. I take great pride in recognizing the process, the change and the progress in all my clients, and look forward to helping you pursue your next steps, wherever they might lead.

Karen McCafferty BSW MSW RSW. For remote or home bound clients: tele-counselling and video counselling (FaceTime, Skype)Offered. We all have times in our lives when we need someone to talk to and help work through issues. I support men and women of all ages, and I’d be happy to talk to you. I have experience with individual and family counselling. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults utilizing CBT for self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship/interpersonal issues, weight management, identity concerns & overcoming loss and grief by identifying triggers, supporting client strengths and building effective coping skills.

My passion to rehabilitate people began when I started to struggle with my own health. I had to teach myself very quickly how to navigate our health system and advocate for myself and my well-being. I am here to assist you in finding peace by helping you retrain your brain to process life as it is, rather than how you believe it should be. The basis of good psychotherapy is trust. With it, your therapist becomes your partner in healing. I actively work with my clients to cultivate trust and resilience.

I carefully tailor my approach to serve the needs of my patients. My interventions usually involve the use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapies, augmented by Person-Centred approaches. In all interventions, I emphasize the strengths that each individual brings to resolving life-problems. I provide assessments and treatment for various conditions, including depression, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, anger management problems, stress, obsessive-compulsive disorder, sexual compulsions, personality disorders, hoarding disorder, adjustment to trauma and loss, and co-occurring addiction disorders.

Welcome. I work from a person-centred perspective that affirms your dignity, strengths and uniqueness. I provide a private space for you to share your innermost self and life experiences, knowing that you will be heard and understood. My approach is firmly rooted in Jungian depth psychology and also integrates other branches of psychology according to your needs. From this perspective, life's crises are opportunities for personal development and growth. Therapy is a creative and unfolding process of self-discovery that seeks meaning and purpose while working through the challenges that are inherent in our shared human experience.

I have 20 years of experience in treating individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, trauma and grief. Counselling takes place in a safe and therapeutic environment. Developing a relationship with my clients to engage in evidenced-based therapy techniques that have been established as effective and successful in regaining hope in your lives. These techniques can help you experience increased emotional health and wellness. I have a strong interest in trauma work. Sessions are tailored to your specific strengths, needs and values, exploring the impact of our experiences on our current life situation.

Is there something about your life you'd like to change? Thoughts you want to work on? goals you want to meet? feelings and reactions you wish were different? We all feel the need for change sometimes. But, it's just so easy to get stuck. To feel ineffective and unsupported in the effort to lead a happier, more fulfilling life. I understand how difficult it can be to feel trapped by self doubt, worry, and temptation to cope in problematic ways. I believe talking about struggles in therapy and working toward self-defined goals in a respectful environment can foster balance, self-acceptance, and empowerment.

Together in psychotherapy we can create an authentic space of acceptance to explore life's troubles with compassion, curiosity, and courage. I believe change, healing, and growth happens from the inside out. This is a process of mutual empowerment that occurs through our genuine relationships, as we bring parts of ourselves and hidden parts of our experience into the light of a compassionate awareness. Together we may discover, become, heal, and grow. Whatever brings you to psychotherapy, it is with respect and gratitude that I commit to walk beside you on this path.

You may be struggling with a lot of change and transition and/or STRESS in your life. You are not clear about what to do next. You may be feeling sad, anxious or angry or you are finding that your relationship(s) with your partner, family, friends or co-workers aren't as fulfilling as you would like. You may have experienced a recent loss or trauma and just need someone who will listen with compassion and caring. Or, you may be ready to work through issues from the past that continue to trouble you today.

Wouldn’t it would be a relief to hangout with your friends, study or work, and unwind with your favourite T.V series without being in the haze of thoughts about food and body image all the time? Living with a smile on your face and trying to keep it all together while you really feel scared, unfulfilled, and in the grip of perfectionism is exhausting. Instead of having space to be creative, find your passion, and follow your dreams, you find yourself stuck in the repetitive cycle of feeling like you’re not enough and trying to mend it through dieting, exercise, or numbing out your emotions.

I think it’s safe to say you’ve come looking for some answers to questions you have, perhaps ones you’ve had for a long time. And, I think you have a lot of those important answers to puzzling questions inside you. I am open to working with individuals, couples and families with regards to a diverse range of challenges (e.g. trauma, grief and loss, eating disorders, addictions, various mental health diagnoses, anxiety, aging etc.)

Everyone has the potential to grow and thrive despite any adversity they may experience. Life can be challenging and as such everyone can benefit from therapy. I operate from a trauma-informed lens and strive to assist my clients with moving forward with a resilient mindset. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, adults and families on their grief journey. I respect each client's story. While grief/loss is an area that I specialize in, my expertise extends to assisting individuals who are struggling with daily life stressors and mental health challenges.

If you are feeling overwhelmed and are struggling with anxiety, depression, the impact of trauma or are looking for ways to manage stress, help is available.

Vijaya's counselling philosophy is to provide a strength-based and cultural sensitivity perspective to clients. Vijaya's extensive professional background allows her to treat clients who have had experiences with mental heath, domestic abuse, sexual assault, relationships issues, anxiety, and depression. Her clients appreciate her personalized approach to counselling in a comforting and welcoming. Vijaya's comprehensive background experienced in working with clients from diverse ethnic backgrounds, also believing and recognizing client's strengths and their unique qualities.