Psychodynamic Therapists in Bowmanville, ON
My therapeutic approaches are Cognitive Behavioural, Psychodynamic, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Hello. My name is Cinthya. If you are dealing with life transitions, mood deregulations, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad, or more, I would love to help you. I am a caring, loving person with a passion for helping people. Working in an addiction treatment centre gives me great experience assisting clients dealing with substance abuse, stressful experiences, and past trauma. One of my goals is to help my clients heal and move past emotional crises through therapeutic modalities.
My therapeutic approaches are Cognitive Behavioural, Psychodynamic, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Hello. My name is Cinthya. If you are dealing with life transitions, mood deregulations, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad, or more, I would love to help you. I am a caring, loving person with a passion for helping people. Working in an addiction treatment centre gives me great experience assisting clients dealing with substance abuse, stressful experiences, and past trauma. One of my goals is to help my clients heal and move past emotional crises through therapeutic modalities.
Welcome and congratulations on your first step in seeking support. You deserve it! As we know, life can get busy and at times it may be challenging to prioritize our mental health. However, it is of utmost importance to maintain a healthy mind. My hope is to offer you a safe and trusting space on this journey. I would like to extend my warm and empathetic support in working together to help you begin to feel better and stronger. Lets build on your strengths while acquiring new useful skills so that you can reach your full brilliant potential.
"People Start To Heal The Moment They Feel Heard " - Cheryl Richardso.
Welcome and congratulations on your first step in seeking support. You deserve it! As we know, life can get busy and at times it may be challenging to prioritize our mental health. However, it is of utmost importance to maintain a healthy mind. My hope is to offer you a safe and trusting space on this journey. I would like to extend my warm and empathetic support in working together to help you begin to feel better and stronger. Lets build on your strengths while acquiring new useful skills so that you can reach your full brilliant potential.
"People Start To Heal The Moment They Feel Heard " - Cheryl Richardso.
You’re doing your best in your relationship, but you still feel unheard, or like nothing you do is enough. You might look like you have it together, but in your relationships something feels off. You feel misunderstood, or stuck in the same frustrating patterns. You try to communicate, but it leads to conflict, distance, or shutting down. Over time, this affects your confidence and how you see yourself. I work with individuals, especially men, navigating relationship struggles, separation, or ongoing conflict. Together, we make sense of what’s happening and begin shifting the patterns keeping you stuck.
You’re doing your best in your relationship, but you still feel unheard, or like nothing you do is enough. You might look like you have it together, but in your relationships something feels off. You feel misunderstood, or stuck in the same frustrating patterns. You try to communicate, but it leads to conflict, distance, or shutting down. Over time, this affects your confidence and how you see yourself. I work with individuals, especially men, navigating relationship struggles, separation, or ongoing conflict. Together, we make sense of what’s happening and begin shifting the patterns keeping you stuck.
My approach is grounded in psychodynamic therapy, meaning we explore how past experiences and relationships may be shaping your present thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
I am dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life’s emotional and relational challenges. I strive to create a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental therapeutic space where clients feel safe to explore their experiences, build self-awareness, and move toward meaningful healing.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, and low self-worth, as well as those recovering from narcissistic abuse and emotionally unhealthy relationship dynamics.
My approach is grounded in psychodynamic therapy, meaning we explore how past experiences and relationships may be shaping your present thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
I am dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life’s emotional and relational challenges. I strive to create a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental therapeutic space where clients feel safe to explore their experiences, build self-awareness, and move toward meaningful healing.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, and low self-worth, as well as those recovering from narcissistic abuse and emotionally unhealthy relationship dynamics.
Jennifer Preston Garibaldi
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MACP, ADHD-CP, CCATP, CMDP
8 Endorsed
Bowmanville, ON L1C
I support people through challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, life transitions, and relationship struggles, using evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy—always tailored to your unique needs.
I believe many emotional struggles are rooted in past experiences that still echo in the present. When we face and process those experiences, healing becomes possible. I’m here to help you reconnect with your inner strength and move toward a life that feels more like your own.
I support people through challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, life transitions, and relationship struggles, using evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy—always tailored to your unique needs.
I believe many emotional struggles are rooted in past experiences that still echo in the present. When we face and process those experiences, healing becomes possible. I’m here to help you reconnect with your inner strength and move toward a life that feels more like your own.
Through a psychodynamic and relational lens, we will work together to uncover and unpack the “why” behind your concerns.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and hold a Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree from Yorkville University.
Through a psychodynamic and relational lens, we will work together to uncover and unpack the “why” behind your concerns.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and hold a Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree from Yorkville University.
I offer EMDR therapy and I also draw from a range of approaches including psychodynamic, attachment-based, person-centered, somatic, synergetic play therapy, and polyvagal-informed therapies.
As a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, I have specialized training which enables me to use creative, body-based interventions to help build emotional regulation, resilience, self-attunement, and a stronger relationship with the nervous system. I support my clients in processing every day stressors and, traumatic/distressing experiences.
I offer EMDR therapy and I also draw from a range of approaches including psychodynamic, attachment-based, person-centered, somatic, synergetic play therapy, and polyvagal-informed therapies.
As a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, I have specialized training which enables me to use creative, body-based interventions to help build emotional regulation, resilience, self-attunement, and a stronger relationship with the nervous system. I support my clients in processing every day stressors and, traumatic/distressing experiences.
If you are trying to make changes, but not quite reaching your goals. If relationships aren’t as fulfilling as you hope them to be. If emotions (anger, anxiety, fear, sadness, hurt, disappointment, etc.) are taking a bigger space in your day to day then you’d like them to. Exploring the areas you get stuck, the patterns you repeat, and learning new ways to manage challenges and participate in relationships might be the right step for you. Therapy can be a safe place to process life changes or struggles and to set goals on the path of personal growth. You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy.
If you are trying to make changes, but not quite reaching your goals. If relationships aren’t as fulfilling as you hope them to be. If emotions (anger, anxiety, fear, sadness, hurt, disappointment, etc.) are taking a bigger space in your day to day then you’d like them to. Exploring the areas you get stuck, the patterns you repeat, and learning new ways to manage challenges and participate in relationships might be the right step for you. Therapy can be a safe place to process life changes or struggles and to set goals on the path of personal growth. You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy.
Whether you have been to therapy before or this is your first experience, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start. I can understand this, and am here to walk alongside you in this process. I offer a non-judgmental, safe, and collaborative space where you can feel supported in simply showing up as you are. My mission is to meet you where you are, at your own pace, and explore what feels like a meaningful path forward for you. Therapy can be a powerful tool for positive change, and although the first step may seem like the hardest, you don’t have to take it alone.
Whether you have been to therapy before or this is your first experience, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start. I can understand this, and am here to walk alongside you in this process. I offer a non-judgmental, safe, and collaborative space where you can feel supported in simply showing up as you are. My mission is to meet you where you are, at your own pace, and explore what feels like a meaningful path forward for you. Therapy can be a powerful tool for positive change, and although the first step may seem like the hardest, you don’t have to take it alone.
I practice from a psychodynamic, trauma-informed perspective using talk therapy and EMDR.
Trauma can profoundly impact our well-being, leaving us feeling disconnected and alone. It can create extreme psychological stress in our daily interactions with others, impeding our quality of life. Trauma does not have to be one significant event. It can be a series of relational or attachment wounds experienced in childhood, leading to self-esteem issues, problems asserting boundaries and people-pleasing behaviours. If you struggle to feel safe, know that you are not alone. I aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where we can re-establish your sense of connection and trust in others.
I practice from a psychodynamic, trauma-informed perspective using talk therapy and EMDR.
Trauma can profoundly impact our well-being, leaving us feeling disconnected and alone. It can create extreme psychological stress in our daily interactions with others, impeding our quality of life. Trauma does not have to be one significant event. It can be a series of relational or attachment wounds experienced in childhood, leading to self-esteem issues, problems asserting boundaries and people-pleasing behaviours. If you struggle to feel safe, know that you are not alone. I aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where we can re-establish your sense of connection and trust in others.
I integrate Somatic Experiencing (SE), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and psychodynamic approaches to support emotional insight, nervous system regulation, and deeper self-understanding.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself, others, or the life you want to be living? I work with individuals aged 12+ and couples navigating complex or childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. Many clients come feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, or are struggling to feel safe and connected in relationships. Together, we can explore what may be getting in the way of the connection, healing, and life you desire within a collaborative, compassionate, and supportive therapeutic space.
I integrate Somatic Experiencing (SE), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and psychodynamic approaches to support emotional insight, nervous system regulation, and deeper self-understanding.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself, others, or the life you want to be living? I work with individuals aged 12+ and couples navigating complex or childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. Many clients come feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, or are struggling to feel safe and connected in relationships. Together, we can explore what may be getting in the way of the connection, healing, and life you desire within a collaborative, compassionate, and supportive therapeutic space.
Taking the first step to seek therapy is a significant and courageous decision, and I am here to support you through this journey. My approach is rooted in a person-centered perspective, meaning that my skills and techniques are tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual I work with. I provide therapy for children, adolescents and adults, focusing on overcoming various life challenges, including relationship dynamics, cultivating self-compassion, and managing anxiety and depressive thoughts. Working collaboratively with clients, I strive to help them gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their experiences.
Taking the first step to seek therapy is a significant and courageous decision, and I am here to support you through this journey. My approach is rooted in a person-centered perspective, meaning that my skills and techniques are tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual I work with. I provide therapy for children, adolescents and adults, focusing on overcoming various life challenges, including relationship dynamics, cultivating self-compassion, and managing anxiety and depressive thoughts. Working collaboratively with clients, I strive to help them gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their experiences.
I am trained in a variety of evidence-based approaches that are proven to support client healing and wellness; including but not limited to, Client-Centred Therapy, EMDR, IFS, CBT, Relational and Psychodynamic therapies.
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, sad, anxious, hopeless? Is your sleep being impacted? Feelings of frustration, anger? Struggling with your relationships? I work with clients struggling with many different mental health concerns (e.g. anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, childhood trauma, grief, etc.). I provided evidence-based therapy to help individual identify, understand, and work on the issues that are preventing them from happiness and fulfillment in their lives.
It can be difficult taking that first step and reaching out. We offer a Free 15-Minute Consultation or you can book your first full appointment today.
I am trained in a variety of evidence-based approaches that are proven to support client healing and wellness; including but not limited to, Client-Centred Therapy, EMDR, IFS, CBT, Relational and Psychodynamic therapies.
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, sad, anxious, hopeless? Is your sleep being impacted? Feelings of frustration, anger? Struggling with your relationships? I work with clients struggling with many different mental health concerns (e.g. anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, childhood trauma, grief, etc.). I provided evidence-based therapy to help individual identify, understand, and work on the issues that are preventing them from happiness and fulfillment in their lives.
It can be difficult taking that first step and reaching out. We offer a Free 15-Minute Consultation or you can book your first full appointment today.
Accepting new clients! Do you often feel like you’re running on autopilot, managing responsibilities but losing touch with yourself? Do you struggle with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, or relationship challenges? Do you feel misunderstood in your family, culture, or community? Whether you relate to one or many of these experiences, I can help. Life is shaped by many factors — culture, social environment, family expectations, neurodivergent experiences, and more — and it’s easy to feel lost in all of it. I want to help you reconnect with your strengths, your values, and your true self.
Accepting new clients! Do you often feel like you’re running on autopilot, managing responsibilities but losing touch with yourself? Do you struggle with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, or relationship challenges? Do you feel misunderstood in your family, culture, or community? Whether you relate to one or many of these experiences, I can help. Life is shaped by many factors — culture, social environment, family expectations, neurodivergent experiences, and more — and it’s easy to feel lost in all of it. I want to help you reconnect with your strengths, your values, and your true self.
Does your mind ever feel like it won’t slow down, replaying conversations, doubting yourself, or worrying about what’s next? You give so much to everyone else, yet when it comes to yourself, you wonder… Where do I even start? Maybe it feels like you’re just going through the motions, barely making it through each day. It doesn’t have to stay this way and things can get better. Something brought you here and that matters, that’s a beginning.
Does your mind ever feel like it won’t slow down, replaying conversations, doubting yourself, or worrying about what’s next? You give so much to everyone else, yet when it comes to yourself, you wonder… Where do I even start? Maybe it feels like you’re just going through the motions, barely making it through each day. It doesn’t have to stay this way and things can get better. Something brought you here and that matters, that’s a beginning.
Licensed psychologist with expertise in mental health, learning difficulties, and behaviour. Laura Caird provides psychological assessments to children, youth and adults to evaluate for learning disabilities, ADHD, giftedness, developmental disabilities, autism, mental health challenges, and more. Her focus is helping students succeed academically, socially, behaviourally, and emotionally. For more information about psychological assessments, or for counselling services, please contact us at contact@awellmind.com.
Licensed psychologist with expertise in mental health, learning difficulties, and behaviour. Laura Caird provides psychological assessments to children, youth and adults to evaluate for learning disabilities, ADHD, giftedness, developmental disabilities, autism, mental health challenges, and more. Her focus is helping students succeed academically, socially, behaviourally, and emotionally. For more information about psychological assessments, or for counselling services, please contact us at contact@awellmind.com.
Hi there, my name is Katie and I am happy you are here. In my therapeutic practice, I believe that healing and growth are deeply personal journeys, shaped by the unique circumstances, experiences, and strengths of each individual. I take a personalized and holistic approach to therapy that meets you where you are, is a collaborative and empowering process, and I’m here with you every step of the way. By focusing on your strengths and resilience, I aim to create a space where you feel less isolated, supported, and capable of facing life’s challenges.
Hi there, my name is Katie and I am happy you are here. In my therapeutic practice, I believe that healing and growth are deeply personal journeys, shaped by the unique circumstances, experiences, and strengths of each individual. I take a personalized and holistic approach to therapy that meets you where you are, is a collaborative and empowering process, and I’m here with you every step of the way. By focusing on your strengths and resilience, I aim to create a space where you feel less isolated, supported, and capable of facing life’s challenges.
Finding a therapist can be difficult, I’m here to support you through this process!
I seek to create a warm and empathetic space for clients to explore their feelings and navigate life’s hardships. I specialize in working with children ages 3+, adults, couples and families, offering tailored support for issues such as anxiety, trauma, ADHD, emotional regulation, grief, and family transitions.
Finding a therapist can be difficult, I’m here to support you through this process!
I seek to create a warm and empathetic space for clients to explore their feelings and navigate life’s hardships. I specialize in working with children ages 3+, adults, couples and families, offering tailored support for issues such as anxiety, trauma, ADHD, emotional regulation, grief, and family transitions.
I employ a psychodynamic approach to cultivate increased awareness of underlying thoughts, feelings, and relationship dynamics.
Availability Week of September 7th. Why do I do that? Wouldn’t it be helpful to know? What are the automatic thoughts, underlying feelings, or unconscious habits that keep life moving in a particular way? Why are some relationship patterns so hard to break? Why do we find ourselves stuck in the same spot over and over again? Could our past be showing up in our present? Why do we sometimes betray our values? Why do we feel anxious and react? Why do we feel depressed and shutdown? Why do we hesitate to even ask questions like these?
I employ a psychodynamic approach to cultivate increased awareness of underlying thoughts, feelings, and relationship dynamics.
Availability Week of September 7th. Why do I do that? Wouldn’t it be helpful to know? What are the automatic thoughts, underlying feelings, or unconscious habits that keep life moving in a particular way? Why are some relationship patterns so hard to break? Why do we find ourselves stuck in the same spot over and over again? Could our past be showing up in our present? Why do we sometimes betray our values? Why do we feel anxious and react? Why do we feel depressed and shutdown? Why do we hesitate to even ask questions like these?
Life can feel heavy, especially when anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, grief, or depression take over. You might find yourself in your head, stretched thin, or putting on a brave face while feeling disconnected and overwhelmed. Maybe you’re stuck in cycles of overthinking, feeling drained, or detached from the people and things that once brought joy. It could perhaps feel like you’re going through the motions, pretending you’re fine while quietly falling apart inside. Maybe your tired of carrying it alone and longing for a space where you can feel supported, understood, and gently uncover and embrace deeper parts of yourself.
Life can feel heavy, especially when anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, grief, or depression take over. You might find yourself in your head, stretched thin, or putting on a brave face while feeling disconnected and overwhelmed. Maybe you’re stuck in cycles of overthinking, feeling drained, or detached from the people and things that once brought joy. It could perhaps feel like you’re going through the motions, pretending you’re fine while quietly falling apart inside. Maybe your tired of carrying it alone and longing for a space where you can feel supported, understood, and gently uncover and embrace deeper parts of yourself.
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Psychodynamic Counsellors
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.