Therapists in N2J

I know that seeking therapy can at times be difficult and intimidating. It takes courage to explore difficult experiences, thoughts and emotions.I believe that we all have the ability to grow and heal. My approach is founded on creating a space of warmth, openness and non-judgment. I strive to create an environment where you feel comfortable and supported to be true to who you are. My clinical experience includes supporting children, teens and families seeking support for anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and more.

Is your child now a stranger? Your once sweet baby grew up a bit and is now distant, aggressive, private, and a stranger. You never thought you'd see the day they'd cuss at you. It feels like a constant cycle of arguments, groundings, and harsh conversations that aren't working. They're yelling at you, you're yelling at them, and parenting just hurts right now. Nobody told you it would get this hard. Maybe it has escalated to drugs, gangs, and violence. All you know is you're afraid, frustrated, and panicked. You want your child back.

I currently have a few spots open for daytime sessions between the hours of 10am and 1pm Tues-Thurs… Hi, I'm Thyra I know from personal experience that it can be hard to ask for support. I offer a space in which individuals, couples/partners, and families can work collaboratively to identify their goals and achieve them. As a clinician, it is important to me to work from a client-centered approach. This means that I will support you exactly where you are at and I will follow your lead, at your pace, to help you create positive change.

I’m Elliot, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), and I’m here to support you. Whether you’re dealing with relationship issues, overwhelming emotions, professional burnout, or any other concerns, we can tackle them together. I meet you where you are, whether it’s your highest point or your lowest. Think of me as a guide, empowering you to take control of your journey.

As a Therapist, Registered Social Worker and co-founder of an internationally awarded recovery wellness program, my goal is to help you on your healing journey. I enjoy working with couples, individuals, youth, older children and families. I will collaboratively work alongside you using evidence informed theories to help you work through the things that are keeping you from living your best life. I believe that you are the expert in your life and that my role is to equip you with tools that will enable you to work through the issues that are most concerning.

Do you struggle with anxiety, stress, or low mood? Or maybe, you often find yourself in distress unable to regulate your emotions and engage in unhealthy coping skills, like substance use, as a result. Many people go through tough times and have trouble coping with their thoughts, behaviours, feelings, or emotions. It can be hard to know how to cope with or manage challenges or symptoms especially if we don’t have effective tools, lack the experience or confidence, or encounter difficult circumstances.

Our lives are filled with many challenges and often we find ourselves at a crossroads. The journey, rather than the destination, provides the opportunity to learn, grow, and develop towards the goals we hope to achieve. Often, we need someone to witness our life story and walk alongside us to recognize our personal strength and resiliency. As a practitioner, I hope to collaborate with you to make meaningful, sustainable changes in your life. This may include learning new coping skills, processing difficult life events, or increasing self-awareness.

My experience with people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has helped me gain a vast amount of knowledge utilizing behavioural strategies. Over time, I developed an interest in employing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy with individuals and youths living with Depression and Anxiety.

My priority is to create a safe, compassionate, and respectful space; one where you feel comfortable exploring your concerns. Passionate about holding space for individuals navigating life's challenges, my goal is to support you in managing overwhelming feelings while also empowering you to draw on your inner resources, resilience, and strengths to create meaningful change. I focus on meeting you where you are with empathy and validation.

Is your child or teen struggling to manage their explosive emotions and intense feelings? Are they experiencing severe anxiety that is impacting their daily functioning? Are they adjusting to parental separation or other changes within the family unit? As a parent, it can be difficult to support your child while you're also navigating your own life challenges. An art therapist can be a valuable ally for your child - and your family - through promoting creativity, self exploration and autonomy.

Life can be exquisitely beautiful and yet so very painful, and a stubborn, overarching feeling of "stuckness" can creep in and grow over time. I consider it a privilege to walk alongside my clients and jointly explore the “stuck” areas of their lives, uncover their roots, and develop helpful ways of moving forward that are aligned with their deepest values.

I believe that creating a positive and collaborative client-therapist relationship is fundamental to the healing journey. My philosophy revolves around helping to free clients from unhelpful patterns and ways of thinking in order to fully embrace the meaningful life they want to live. I have walked alongside people struggling with a wide range of mental health and life challenges and I take a particular interest in anxiety and trauma.

Hi, I’m Chris. Let’s create a space where you can express yourself authentically and talk about some of the things going on in your life. Through our therapeutic work we can untangle the knotted string of thoughts, emotions, and sensations that may be creating stress. There are so many factors that impact mental health and that is why I strive to provide comprehensive support for all the different aspects of you. Through the strengths you already possess and a therapeutic approach that is personally tailored to you, we can work towards managing the difficulties inherent in life and empower you to reach your full potential.

I am a clinical psychologist with 20 years of experience who specializes in the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents who are struggling with social, emotional, and behavioural challenges. I work collaboratively with each child and family to set goals and develop a treatment plan that is best suited to their unique situation. Therapy involves helping children and adolescents increase understanding and awareness of their thoughts and feelings and to support them to develop helpful ways of coping with their challenges.

Welcome to Drs. Doering, Torrance-Perks, Drugovic, Lawrence, Aquino and Associates. We have been serving the mental health needs of the K-W community for over 25 years. We have extensive training in assessment, diagnosis and evidence-based treatment of psychological problems. We have a diverse practice of clients ranging in age from children, adolescents and adults. We see individuals, couples, families and groups.