Therapists in N3R

Life often presents itself as a series of changes. Some of these changes lift us up, and some challenge us. If you are feeling unsettled by stresses in your life, wondering how to achieve more balance, meaning and purpose, counselling may help.

I provide comprehensive psychological or psycho-educational assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. Assessments explore a variety of factors important to your success (or the success of your child) at school, at work, in relationships, and in coping with the demands of everyday life. Where appropriate, I will make a diagnosis of a neurodevelopmental or mental health condition that can help you or your child access needed educational, medical, mental health, and/or community supports and services. A comprehensive report will include any relevant diagnoses as well as recommended strategies and resources.

My name is Anita and I am a Registered Social Worker and former Firefighter. If you are a First Responder- Firefighter, Police Officer, EMS, Corrections Officer, Nurse, 911 Dispatcher, Military, Probation Worker or a Front Line Mental Health Worker and are experiencing the effects of Post Traumatic Stress Injuries, I can help you. I work from a strengths based approach and I can help you build your resiliency. Together, we can work on a treatment plan that will help to develop your confidence as well as provide you with the tools to cope with trauma in your life.

I enjoy working with clients from all walks of life, from teenagers struggling with ADHD to older populations interested in processing childhood trauma. I have experience working with perfectionism, burnout, ADHD, OCD, anger, toxic relationships, and narcissistic abuse recovery. I am a former Special Constable with policing experience. Many of my clients are First Responders seeking support for issues related to PTSD, stress, depression, anxiety, and sleep problems. They appreciate my ability to meet them where they are due to my understanding of their complex work environment and the pressures of maintaining a work-life balance.

Welcome, you have taken the first step in putting YOU first. I strongly believe that you are the expert of your own life, and I offer support and tools to help you find your way back to being the healthiest version of you. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families and provide a space for you to come alone or together to explore your path to healing. I have experience supporting people with complex mental health concerns, with a focus on relationship issues, conflict, anger, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and suicidality. I specialize in supporting families with navigating the healthcare system.

“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk to blossom” -Anais Nin. I can appreciate how difficult it is to make the first steps in entering into a therapeutic relationship. Telling our stories takes tremendous courage and strength. We can trick ourselves into believing that it would be easier to remain silent. We all hit a point in our lives where we need extra guidance, a genuine ear, or a safe place to open up. I create a safe and open space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and stories. I combine several therapeutic techniques, to allow you the freedom to share your journey.

Are you thinking that 2023 was more stressful and difficult than usual? Navigating life's challenges and problems in uncertain times can feel lonely and overwhelming. To live is to experience human struggle within ourselves and with others. Although we cannot choose our struggles, every human being has the agency and freedom to build a pathway forward. Let's collaborate in 2024 to work through some of the challenges, pain and suffering that you have been carrying for a long time.

You thought you were at the stage of life where you could slow down & start doing the things YOU want; the kids are independent, your income is stable & you're ready to figure out who you are again. Then, one day you woke up and your mind & body weren't your own. You started to notice brain fog, low mood and tears coming out of nowhere, not to mention the changes to your body. Welcome to menopause: just wait it out, they said. So here you are, day after day, in a body you don't recognize, with feelings that aren't typical for you, searching for that second act joy you thought was in your pocket. It's time for relief & time for you.