Self-Harming Therapists in Ancaster, ON

I would be most helpful to clients who may be struggling at school (K-university), have ADHD or symptoms of inattention/hyperactivity/impulsivity, deal with emotional and behavioural disturbance, suicidal thoughts, or self-harm, have social interaction difficulties, deal with low self-esteem, have chronic illnesses or pains (this only for up to 18 years old), or struggle with adjustment to a new situation, whether it is a regular stage of life (e.g., moving out of house to a university, parenthood) or tragic life changes (e.g., grief, loss of loved ones). Consultation with schools is my specialty as well.

Specializing in Teens (14+), Young Adult Therapy and family therapy. I am committed to helping clients build resilience and create a value-driven life. I believe in nurturing self-compassion and developing skills to engage with and overcome struggles. This happens through validation, exploration, and challenge. This all starts with building a trusting, open relationship with my clients. With a client-centred approach, I am dedicated to staying up-to-date on current research through reading, consulting with colleagues, and learning from leaders in the field.

"Sometimes when it feels that life is falling apart, it is actually falling into place". During our life's journey all of us experience times of loss, despair, and loneliness. During these occasions we are often unable to see the patterns we need to change. I have previously spent many years practicing as a nurse. I came to realize that healing the body was less meaningful if the mind is struggling with personal pain.

My approach to therapy involves integrating an individual's unique strengths with evidence-based therapeutic techniques. I specialize in providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and individuals living with a developmental disability. Drawing upon my experiences working in community-based and inpatient mental health services, I feel my role as a therapist is to provide a collaborative, personalized form of support that facilitates movement towards an individual's full potential. I utilize a number of techniques and therapies including Mindfulness, Trauma-informed care, Play-based therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

My passion is to help people regain their inner peace and happiness to live a pleasurable fulfilled life. Life is full of ups, downs and challenges that we are often not prepared for. It does not matter how many times you get knocked down, but the what matters comes from how many times you get up. I believe the greatest accomplishment is who you become while picking yourself back up. Each new day gives you a fresh start to get back on track and to have the courage to rebuild yourself the way you desire. In therapy we would work collaboratively to address your needs and to determine how best to meet these needs.

I dedicated 17 years of my career to the mental health field, initially as a mental health nurse then transitioned to psychotherapy. Along this transformative journey, i developed a passion for addiction treatment, and trauma therapy, depression, and anxiety. My current clients say my skills I offer are practical and helpful! I am open to working with people who are struggling, feeling stuck, or emotionally tangled! Or just feel to vent, then we figure out what areas are keeping up from going forward. I would like to add value and see my clients flourish. No need to put up a facade, am open to help and most of all listen.

I am a registered psychotherapist who has been in the mental health field for 18+ years. My life experiences have brought me to my passion of neurodiversity. As a mother of two children on the spectrum, I have learned to help my children and also myself survive the hardest of times. Are you a parent that has a child on the spectrum or yourself on the spectrum? Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck worrying about your child's future or your own? I work with families, teens and young adults looking to manage relationships, stress, anxiety, depression, life difficulties etc.

Accepting virtual and in-person clients! While it is not uncommon to experience distressing emotions, maladaptive thoughts, and difficult life events, we don’t always have the tools or strategies to manage. Inability to cope can make us feel alone, isolated, and overwhelmed. As a therapist, I work with my clients collaboratively to build a trusting therapeutic relationship so that individuals feel supported throughout the course of therapy. I will always provide a non-judgmental and welcoming space so that you can be the most authentic version of yourself while feeling safe enough to do so.

Welcome to my profile. Whatever your reason for seeking therapy, my holistic, person-centered approach will support your goals. I can help you recognize unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour, manage difficult emotions, cope with stress, anxiety and depression, and heal from trauma. My ability to foster meaningful connections and commitment to culturally competent care results in an informed, judgment-free therapeutic space to safely explore problems that hinder your emotional wellbeing and personal development, enabling you to build resilience and pursue a life more aligned with your true values.

You are not alone. Some of our thoughts, feelings, physical sensations and experiences may lead us to that place where we can feel isolated and lost. The darkness is all around. I do this work primarily because I hope we can go together to that darkness. Together, we can move through this pain to the other side.

My name is Enkeleda and I am a Registered Social Worker/ Psychotherapist. I specialize in trauma-informed therapeutic practice with children, adolescents and adults with complex mental health needs. I have experience working with clients who have diagnoses of major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, ADHD, ODD, OCD and BPD. My goal as a social worker is to create a trustworthy relationship with my clients and to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment and offer guidance to help them heal, grow and accomplish their goals.

Maybe you've tried this before. You've been to therapy and you've talked about your issues but you don't really feel like you've healed your issues. Or maybe you've gotten to the point in therapy where you feel stuck. I get it. Because I've been there. The anxiety and self doubt. Drinking/eating/scrolling too much. Constantly running to attain what we think we're supposed to chase after. Wondering why some of our reactions and behaviours happen. Hating some aspects of ourselves and really not showing up in a way that we know we can. And seeking answers to all of this and just not finding it in therapy.

"Don't mistaken what you had to do or become too survive with who you are or what you are capable of achieving". If you seek a safe and validating space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and life experiences, you have found the right counsellor. As a trauma-focused therapist, I work with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, BPD, sexual harm, and all forms of mental health. My passion is helping youth, couples, and first responders, but I work with clients from all walks of life. I believe the therapeutic relationship is instrumental in reaching your therapy goals. I offer a free 10 mn phone call.

Struggling with a personal issue or life challenge? If you are feeling anxious or depressed, dealing with relationship issues or work related stress, you should know Annette Poechman provides a supportive and safe, non-judgmental, and completely confidential environment for clients to explore their concerns. Annette offers qualified psychotherapy and counselling for anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, work-related stress, and trauma/PTSD. Ready for helpful information right now? Read Annette's blog on her website at annettepoechman.ca

A warm welcome to my practice, Avenue Psychologist. Are you having personal difficulties or perhaps concerned about your child? Is there a family issue you're hoping to resolve? I am a Registered Clinical Psychologist and I work with children, adolescents, adults and families. I use individual therapy for anxiety, depression and other psychological disorders, and I use individual counselling and family-based therapeutic approaches to help clients cope with life transitions, behavioural problems and loss. My practice is located in West Brant, but currently I am using online services and am not holding any sessions in person.

Do you struggle with unhelpful thoughts or overwhelming emotions? Are you constantly worrying or putting yourself down? Are you struggling with things from your past that are influencing your present, or just struggling day-to-day? I understand that starting counselling can be a difficult and sometimes scary endeavour. If you are newly pregnant or have just had a baby, are struggling with anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, relationship issues, unresolved trauma, feeling overly stressed or stuck in your life, among other things, I can help.

I'm passionate about guiding individuals through tough times and helping them grow. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where people dealing with stress, anxiety, sadness, relationship issues, or doubts can find comfort. I use different ways to help each person, drawing from various methods that fit their needs.

I believe that within each of us lies the potential to heal, to change, and to grow. Sometimes that potential gets clouded by the events in our lives and it can feel impossible to see a path forward. Maybe you’re feeling hopeless, or trapped in endless cycles of self-hatred. Maybe you’ve experienced things that were out of your control and are impacting the way you relate to yourself and exist in the world. Maybe you’re facing challenges related to trauma, fear, or shame, which have impacted the way you treat your body. That’s where I come in. Together, we will work towards creating the life that you want to live.

I welcome all parts of you. Your messy parts, your confused parts, your fearful and sad parts, your disillusioned parts, your overwhelmed parts, your achieving and “put together” parts, your ashamed parts – I welcome and hold space for them all. I work with clients who want to break free from unwanted patterns and soften the present-day impacts of past challenges/traumas so they can live from a place of authenticity and connection with self and with others.