Feeling stress, deflated, low or struggling with your inner critic? Seeking help is not easy. Tracy’s experience working with offenders and victims of crime and/or tragic circumstance provides her with an empathetic, supportive and nonjudgmental approach regardless of your situation or struggle. Whether it be, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relational, grief, or historical abuse. Despite one’s past, everyone can become their own best friend.

As a professional coach drawing on more than three decades as an educator and community leader, my goal is to inspire you to address the challenges that are standing in the way of becoming the best you can be. With coaching, you get a clearer understanding of what you want out of life and a new perspective on the strategies that will help you get there. The energy created from this process of self discovery also can be a powerful force helping you to move towards your life goals.

My name is Stephanie Lombardi. I have a passion for working with people and truly believe we all have the capacity to thrive and have life experiences full of purpose, joy and meaning. My intention is to offer a space that is safe, and non-judgemental in supporting you with the tools to handle life’s hardships with grace. Allow me to support you in exploring what is holding you back and in challenging the self-limiting beliefs we all hold.

I went into private practice because of my commitment to change. Whether its battling the injustice we live in or the inner battles we experience that are shaped by our own unique stories, we all might pass a time in our lives where we long to see change happen. With my role as a therapist, I am committed to helping you reach the desired change your are seeking. I will work in partnership with you to help you discover your potential for change and help you achieve your goals and move toward living a fulfilling, purposeful and meaningful life.

Empowerment. That is what I wish for my clients. At the end of the day, I want my clients to feel that they can take on the world. That they can make the changes they deem necessary in order to show as their most authentic selves. I work to support individuals, couples and families using an individualized, collaborative and client centred approach that integrates emotion focused therapy, narrative therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy.

Have you ever felt utterly alone, anxious, and disconnected? I too felt unsure, overwhelmed, and had trouble coping with life’s curve balls. My journey involved learning to lean into discomfort, to be open and vulnerable, and that one wrong turn does not mean the end. By opening up my authentic self to others and to myself, I learned that I am enough. I believe success in therapy is achieved by using an individualized approach that celebrates the qualities that bring us together as well as those that make us unique. We all face our own battles, but we do not have to go it alone.

Sometimes life can be hard. You may be feeling anxious and overwhelmed. It may feel like life has thrown you one too many curve balls and you don’t know how to move on. You may feel ‘low’ without knowing why. In a fast-paced world that seems to change every day, bringing increasing demands and information to us from many directions, it is easy to lose one’s centre, one’s sense of direction and Self. At Soul-Spirit Integration we believe that everyone can move toward being whole and well. Sometimes doubt, insecurities, past wounding, or fear are the main hurdles. Or more serious mental health issues may present barriers to wellbeing.

I offer you a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space to help you through overwhelming life stressors, mental health disorders and/or emotional difficulties. We can address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, self esteem, stress, interpersonal relationships, assertiveness, and anger. Whatever your distress, I show up and be present where you are at.

I see people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, addictions, adjustment to change in their lives, relationship or family conflict, or the residual pain left from difficult childhoods or painful life events. My way of working as a therapist is to get to know you: your hopes, your talents, your problems and your unique way of thinking and expressing yourself. We then proceed with treatment based on who you are and what you need. The aim is to allow coping with your weaknesses to help you uncover your strengths, and your way forward.

Central Ontario Psychology is a diverse group practice. We offer psychotherapy, clinical assessment, and psychoeducational assessment. Services are provided by psychologists, or under their close supervision. Our clients include adults children adolescents and seniors. We treat anxiety, depression, behavioural and conduct disorders. We offer specialized treatment for trauma, whether from childhood, the workplace, the military, or in First Responders.

Are you ready to make some changes in your life? Whether you have been stuck in patterns that no longer work for you, or are in a place where you are unsure of how to change them, therapy is a wonderful tool to untangle from the life we don't want and move towards the life we do. Whether we are struggling with relationship problems, destructive patterns, life crisis, thought and mood disturbances, lethargy, or lack of fullfillment in life, therapy always offers a platform for change and inner healing. The journey inward can powerfully affect change in our life.

Is it time to move forward? Are you ready to grow, discover, and initiate change? I am here for you. Whether you are struggling to understand or deal with your emotions, are having a difficult time coping, I will work with you to find a way through. Maybe something from the past has a hold on you. Perhaps you are caught up in worry about the future. Maybe just maybe, you can't quite name it, but know you don't feel quite right. Whatever it is, I am here for you with ears wide open.

I believe that each person’s story and reason for accessing therapy is unique to them, and so my approach is to meet you where you are. I work with children, youth, and adults and have 10 years of experience supporting people to achieve their goals. I have worked extensively with children, and adults. I believe that successful therapy starts with a strong therapeutic relationship between myself and my client and I am honoured that you would consider inviting me to support you. I will provide a non-judgemental experience, focusing on the goals you wish to attain.

My philosophy of practice is centered around several guiding principles: holistic practice, collaboration, and flexible modalities of practice. Over the 15+ years I serviced various clients across a multitude of issues. My ideal client is someone who has a desire to move forward, may not know how but willing to do the work require to facilitate powerful change. They are willing to try various strategies until they find the one that works for their circumstances and is willing to be vulnerable together in order to get to the root cause of the issue.

"How can I help them?", "What do I do?" These are the thoughts that keep you up at night. Parenting is not easy! Right now you may be in uncharted waters from a new diagnosis, or today may have been a hard day working through meltdowns. The behaviour challenges are becoming too much. You are looking for a professional who can help you understand why the behaviours are happening, how to change it, and teach them new skills. As a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst, my team and I have helped many children and adolescents with autism and other diagnoses develop the skills they need to help them thrive.

Andrea holds a Masters of Education Degree from Western University, specializing in Applied Behaviour Analysis, and a Bachelor of Science Degree from UofT, specializing in Developmental and Child Psychology. She is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA®) and has advanced training in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), and training in Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS). She is a member of the Ontario Association of Behaviour Analysis and the Association for Behavior Analysis International.

Acknowledging Individual differences is important to provide supportive therapy. Feelings of fear, anger, sadness, and guilt are unpredictable in our life. Feelings of stress and discomfort result from unresolved issues that the self needs response and understanding to keep moving forward. Worries create chaos, and chaos needs to be addressed to be understood and changed. The psychotherapy techniques used to ease client issues and discomfort include CBT, DBT skills, Client-Centred, Compassion, Emotional and Solution Focus Therapy, Talking Therapy, Psychoeducation, frameworks of attachment, and family systems.

Are you anxious? Do you feel stuck? Perhaps you can’t find the right words for what’s going on in your marriage right now? Are you stressed or depressed about life in general? Then it may be time for you to chat with someone like me. Life is hectic every day, but when you have someone who is ready to walk the journey with you, life becomes more enjoyable. My name is Ibukun Ogunsina, and I’d love to give you my shoulders to lean on. I have walked some miles in other people’s shoes. I have also worked with diverse populations and in many settings.

I would be honoured to provide you with counselling and therapy services. I offer a safe and non-judgemental environment in which I support clients to work through their struggles and achieve their goals. I will work with you at your pace and will support and acknowledge your self-efficacy. I work with children 10 and up, youth and adults.

Even in the best of circumstances change is hard. Unwanted or unexpected change can be even harder to accept. Often during life’s difficult transitions (e.g. grief, loss, divorce, new baby) you’re left feeling lonely, confused and even out of control. Things you once enjoyed may now feel overwhelming and stressful. Many of my clients complain of feeling exhausted, overcome with intense emotions and a general feeling of being "stuck". If you've been trying your best to navigate this alone but aren't seeing the results you want, help is here for you.