Music Therapy in Brantford, ON
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, Counsellor, and Traditional Healer. I believe we are all innately wise people who, somewhere along the way, forgot to trust our own inner knowing. My work is about helping you remember how wise and powerful you have always been, so you can make decisions that are genuinely aligned with the life you want to live.
I bring together psychotherapeutic, energetic, artistic, and traditional healing modalities to help individuals, couples, and families find the courage to live honestly. My sessions weave talk therapy, somatic healing, energy work, land-based practices, and traditional healing ceremony.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, Counsellor, and Traditional Healer. I believe we are all innately wise people who, somewhere along the way, forgot to trust our own inner knowing. My work is about helping you remember how wise and powerful you have always been, so you can make decisions that are genuinely aligned with the life you want to live.
I bring together psychotherapeutic, energetic, artistic, and traditional healing modalities to help individuals, couples, and families find the courage to live honestly. My sessions weave talk therapy, somatic healing, energy work, land-based practices, and traditional healing ceremony.
Dr. Jodie Lockey-Duesling Neurodivergent Soul Doctor
Registered Social Worker, DCP, MACP, BA, RSW
7 Endorsed
Brantford, ON N3T
Discover your path to freedom and peace! I have created cutting edge, innovative and holistic healing methods and have a passion working with women and hormonal imbalance. I deal with the sub and unconscious layers by supporting you in navigating internal healing practices by addressing inner child wounds, attachment injury, outdated core beliefs, and releasing stagnant emotions and trauma in the body by utilizing specialized and integrative approaches: shadow work, somatic experiencing, EMDR, neural priming, trauma yoga, neuroplasticity, emotion coding, parts work, hypnotherapy and soul work.... Ready for your consciousness work?
Discover your path to freedom and peace! I have created cutting edge, innovative and holistic healing methods and have a passion working with women and hormonal imbalance. I deal with the sub and unconscious layers by supporting you in navigating internal healing practices by addressing inner child wounds, attachment injury, outdated core beliefs, and releasing stagnant emotions and trauma in the body by utilizing specialized and integrative approaches: shadow work, somatic experiencing, EMDR, neural priming, trauma yoga, neuroplasticity, emotion coding, parts work, hypnotherapy and soul work.... Ready for your consciousness work?
You deserve a therapist who will listen and hold space for you as you share your story. Someone who will meet you where you’re at with empathy, understanding, and compassion. I believe healing is not done in isolation but comes through a sense of belonging and connection.
As a neurodivergent queer and trans person from a rural community I faced many barriers when trying to access mental healthcare so I decided to become a therapist to support others. I strive for collective liberation and try to build community through play and creativity. I work to remain aware of my white-settler privilege and be anti-oppressive and anti-racist.
You deserve a therapist who will listen and hold space for you as you share your story. Someone who will meet you where you’re at with empathy, understanding, and compassion. I believe healing is not done in isolation but comes through a sense of belonging and connection.
As a neurodivergent queer and trans person from a rural community I faced many barriers when trying to access mental healthcare so I decided to become a therapist to support others. I strive for collective liberation and try to build community through play and creativity. I work to remain aware of my white-settler privilege and be anti-oppressive and anti-racist.
Finding someone you can trust to open up to and begin your healing journey and receive support is an exercise of trust. It is important to trust who will be working with to receive support. I provide evidence-based, specialized approaches to supporting people experiencing complex PTSD, anxiety, depression and other integrative challenges. It will be my privilege to provide you with expertise and support to connect to your body, stabilize and provide ongoing treatment. My services are geared to assist the general public, as well as First Nations, and culturally diverse communities seeking support for healing, recovery and wellness.
Finding someone you can trust to open up to and begin your healing journey and receive support is an exercise of trust. It is important to trust who will be working with to receive support. I provide evidence-based, specialized approaches to supporting people experiencing complex PTSD, anxiety, depression and other integrative challenges. It will be my privilege to provide you with expertise and support to connect to your body, stabilize and provide ongoing treatment. My services are geared to assist the general public, as well as First Nations, and culturally diverse communities seeking support for healing, recovery and wellness.
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Welcome to my profile! In my sessions, you can look forward to feeling safe, calm, and deeply understood. This is because I always step into therapy as a human first and therapist second. My goal is for you to leave each session with feelings of hope, lightness, and clarity - as if a weight has lifted off your shoulders or you just had an “aha!” moment. By asking insightful questions and listening deeply, my hope is that you’ll feel safe and comfortable enough to slowly peel back the layers of whatever struggles you might be facing right now.
Welcome to my profile! In my sessions, you can look forward to feeling safe, calm, and deeply understood. This is because I always step into therapy as a human first and therapist second. My goal is for you to leave each session with feelings of hope, lightness, and clarity - as if a weight has lifted off your shoulders or you just had an “aha!” moment. By asking insightful questions and listening deeply, my hope is that you’ll feel safe and comfortable enough to slowly peel back the layers of whatever struggles you might be facing right now.
Bloom Child & Family Therapy supports children and their families using creative approaches and evidenced-based practices. At Bloom we strive to provide accessible, quality mental health care for children, adolescents and their families. Bloom therapists are ultra-creative! Play, expressive arts and animal-assisted therapies allow Bloom to make their services accessible to all children and their families. Whether you are coming for family therapy or your child is attending therapy, we believe that family and/or primary caregivers are key to children’s healing and growing. We are looking to build strong and healthy families.
Bloom Child & Family Therapy supports children and their families using creative approaches and evidenced-based practices. At Bloom we strive to provide accessible, quality mental health care for children, adolescents and their families. Bloom therapists are ultra-creative! Play, expressive arts and animal-assisted therapies allow Bloom to make their services accessible to all children and their families. Whether you are coming for family therapy or your child is attending therapy, we believe that family and/or primary caregivers are key to children’s healing and growing. We are looking to build strong and healthy families.
Are you feeling stuck? Perhaps you are experiencing a major life transition: grief, divorce, empty nester, new job, retirement and you are wondering where you go next. Do you feel like your anxiety has taken control of your life? You are finding it hard to lean into the uncomfortable; turning down social connections and finding it hard to stay motivated. Or, are you wanting support either individually or with your partner so that you can work towards a healthier relationship?
Are you feeling stuck? Perhaps you are experiencing a major life transition: grief, divorce, empty nester, new job, retirement and you are wondering where you go next. Do you feel like your anxiety has taken control of your life? You are finding it hard to lean into the uncomfortable; turning down social connections and finding it hard to stay motivated. Or, are you wanting support either individually or with your partner so that you can work towards a healthier relationship?
Whether you're struggling with personal or relational difficulties, complex issues, or a clinical diagnosis, I offer individuals, couples, families, and children a safe and confidential space to be heard and understood. Ultimately, my goal as a therapist is to work with you and/or your loved ones to support real and lasting change, so that you can live a life with ease.
Whether you're struggling with personal or relational difficulties, complex issues, or a clinical diagnosis, I offer individuals, couples, families, and children a safe and confidential space to be heard and understood. Ultimately, my goal as a therapist is to work with you and/or your loved ones to support real and lasting change, so that you can live a life with ease.
Techniques I draw upon may include cognitive behavioral therapy, educational counseling, mindfulness, and creative expressive modalities such as music therapy.
CHM Therapy and Beyond the Studio offer a range of psychotherapeutic services, specializing in individual therapy for young children, teens, adults, and seniors. I entered this profession because I want to help people live better lives. My goal is to build your tools, strategies and inner resources to help you to quickly resume optimal life balance and conclude your time in therapy. I want you to experience progress and positive results from the time that we spend working together. My intention is to create a safe and comfortable environment that is positive and open, without judgment, following your lead.
Techniques I draw upon may include cognitive behavioral therapy, educational counseling, mindfulness, and creative expressive modalities such as music therapy.
CHM Therapy and Beyond the Studio offer a range of psychotherapeutic services, specializing in individual therapy for young children, teens, adults, and seniors. I entered this profession because I want to help people live better lives. My goal is to build your tools, strategies and inner resources to help you to quickly resume optimal life balance and conclude your time in therapy. I want you to experience progress and positive results from the time that we spend working together. My intention is to create a safe and comfortable environment that is positive and open, without judgment, following your lead.
I use Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) as framework, involving DBT, CPT, music therapy or other tools as fits.
I find therapy can be a branch that reaches in, something strong you use to pull yourself from a harsh inner world to more solid ground. If you feel overwhelmed or raw, what you're experiencing isn't a problem with who you are. Plenty is rough in this world. Add in factors like your history, systemic barriers, learned habits, vulnerabilities, traumas, or feelings that overwhelm your capacities right now - it can be hard as fk. The hopeful news is, you can change your experience, a lot: gain understanding and fuel and skill, interrupt patterns, create your solid ground, and move in a direction that's in line with what matters to you.
I use Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) as framework, involving DBT, CPT, music therapy or other tools as fits.
I find therapy can be a branch that reaches in, something strong you use to pull yourself from a harsh inner world to more solid ground. If you feel overwhelmed or raw, what you're experiencing isn't a problem with who you are. Plenty is rough in this world. Add in factors like your history, systemic barriers, learned habits, vulnerabilities, traumas, or feelings that overwhelm your capacities right now - it can be hard as fk. The hopeful news is, you can change your experience, a lot: gain understanding and fuel and skill, interrupt patterns, create your solid ground, and move in a direction that's in line with what matters to you.
I have 10 years of experience working with anxiety, grief, depression, interpersonal-relational issues, intimacy, sexuality, self-confidence, self-esteem, self-awareness, and personality. I am committed to anti-oppressive practice, freedom from judgement or marginalization, and empowerment.
I have 10 years of experience working with anxiety, grief, depression, interpersonal-relational issues, intimacy, sexuality, self-confidence, self-esteem, self-awareness, and personality. I am committed to anti-oppressive practice, freedom from judgement or marginalization, and empowerment.
I believe in the power of connection and I view healing as relational. My approach emphasizes community, creativity, and play, fostering curiosity and openness, while my client-led stance adapts to each person’s unique needs. When working with children, I regularly collaborate with parents to strengthen relationships; I also support neurodiverse children, including those on the autism spectrum. As a trained art therapist, I often use art and play to create a safe space for verbal and nonverbal expression. No art experience is needed—art is always optional, and simple materials can bring therapeutic benefits!
I believe in the power of connection and I view healing as relational. My approach emphasizes community, creativity, and play, fostering curiosity and openness, while my client-led stance adapts to each person’s unique needs. When working with children, I regularly collaborate with parents to strengthen relationships; I also support neurodiverse children, including those on the autism spectrum. As a trained art therapist, I often use art and play to create a safe space for verbal and nonverbal expression. No art experience is needed—art is always optional, and simple materials can bring therapeutic benefits!
Coach Spence Wellness & Therapy Services
Registered Social Worker, RSSW, BSc, BA-INS
Hamilton, ON L8G
At Coach Spence: Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected in their relationships and personal lives. They want relief from stress, anxiety, and conflict, but also a path to deeper balance and fulfillment.
What makes my approach unique is that I blend professional therapy with holistic, culturally grounded strategies. I recognize the importance of identity, family history, and lived experience in shaping healing.
Together, we create practical tools for growth whether that’s improving communication, rebuilding trust, or strengthening self-care so you can live with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
At Coach Spence: Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected in their relationships and personal lives. They want relief from stress, anxiety, and conflict, but also a path to deeper balance and fulfillment.
What makes my approach unique is that I blend professional therapy with holistic, culturally grounded strategies. I recognize the importance of identity, family history, and lived experience in shaping healing.
Together, we create practical tools for growth whether that’s improving communication, rebuilding trust, or strengthening self-care so you can live with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
I believe that my warm and flexible approach towards therapy can assist individuals who are struggling with issues related to anxiety and depression, such as a lack of motivation, self-esteem, or identity. I have experience working with neurodivergent individuals across a wide age range, from schools throughout Hamilton, in private practice, and in long-term care centers.
I believe that my warm and flexible approach towards therapy can assist individuals who are struggling with issues related to anxiety and depression, such as a lack of motivation, self-esteem, or identity. I have experience working with neurodivergent individuals across a wide age range, from schools throughout Hamilton, in private practice, and in long-term care centers.
Clients do not need to have any previous musical experience or training to engage in music therapy.
I work with children, preteens, and teens, using music and play in a child-centred approach to give them a language to connect and work through presenting issues. I work with a variety of concerns including anxiety, managing intense emotions, depression, loss, grief, life transitions and self esteem. I also support children on the autism spectrum.
Clients do not need to have any previous musical experience or training to engage in music therapy.
I work with children, preteens, and teens, using music and play in a child-centred approach to give them a language to connect and work through presenting issues. I work with a variety of concerns including anxiety, managing intense emotions, depression, loss, grief, life transitions and self esteem. I also support children on the autism spectrum.
My previous training in music therapy allows me to connect with those who are naturally creative, or those for whom talk therapy seems to have its limitations.
As one of the Directors at Meadowbrook Counselling Associates, I offer individual, couples, and family counselling. I also offer clinical supervision to therapists in their certification process and student interns. I have over 10 years of experience working with people of all ages, from teens to older adults, and would love to come alongside you on your journey to wellness.
My previous training in music therapy allows me to connect with those who are naturally creative, or those for whom talk therapy seems to have its limitations.
As one of the Directors at Meadowbrook Counselling Associates, I offer individual, couples, and family counselling. I also offer clinical supervision to therapists in their certification process and student interns. I have over 10 years of experience working with people of all ages, from teens to older adults, and would love to come alongside you on your journey to wellness.
I use an integrative approach, bringing in ACT, DBT, person-centred therapy, and music therapy.
Do you feel like you are living in a world that wasn't built for you? Many people I work with experiences challenges related to anxiety, depression, and autism, that get in the way of living life the way they want. We can work together to better understand you, the challenges you face, and build tools to help you work with your brain, not against it. I believe in working in collaborative relationship, to help you connect to your strengths to find healing and connection with the self. As a certified music therapist, I can also incorporate music and creativity into our therapy sessions. No prior musical experience required!
I use an integrative approach, bringing in ACT, DBT, person-centred therapy, and music therapy.
Do you feel like you are living in a world that wasn't built for you? Many people I work with experiences challenges related to anxiety, depression, and autism, that get in the way of living life the way they want. We can work together to better understand you, the challenges you face, and build tools to help you work with your brain, not against it. I believe in working in collaborative relationship, to help you connect to your strengths to find healing and connection with the self. As a certified music therapist, I can also incorporate music and creativity into our therapy sessions. No prior musical experience required!
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck. They come to our practice seeking a safe, respectful space where they can feel heard and understood without judgment. Using compassionate, client-centred, culturally responsive, and evidence-informed approaches, our team helps clients recognize their strengths, develop practical coping strategies, build resilience, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck. They come to our practice seeking a safe, respectful space where they can feel heard and understood without judgment. Using compassionate, client-centred, culturally responsive, and evidence-informed approaches, our team helps clients recognize their strengths, develop practical coping strategies, build resilience, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
I often use a variety of therapy approaches, incorporating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Music Therapy, and Mentalization-Based Therapy into our work.
Feeling like you can’t keep living this way, but don’t know how to change? If that feels familiar, for you or your child, you’re not alone, and I’ve been there too. Therapy became a safe space for me, and now I work to offer that same space for my clients. I work with kids, teens, and adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or constantly hard on themselves. For kids and teens, this might look like big emotions, shutdowns, school struggles, or difficulty with focus and follow-through. For adults, it can show up as burnout, procrastination, overthinking, or feeling like you’re always falling behind, even when you’re trying your best.
I often use a variety of therapy approaches, incorporating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Music Therapy, and Mentalization-Based Therapy into our work.
Feeling like you can’t keep living this way, but don’t know how to change? If that feels familiar, for you or your child, you’re not alone, and I’ve been there too. Therapy became a safe space for me, and now I work to offer that same space for my clients. I work with kids, teens, and adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or constantly hard on themselves. For kids and teens, this might look like big emotions, shutdowns, school struggles, or difficulty with focus and follow-through. For adults, it can show up as burnout, procrastination, overthinking, or feeling like you’re always falling behind, even when you’re trying your best.
One of the most difficult parts of feeling emotional pain and internal suffering is experiencing it alone. I believe walking alongside your journey and listening to your voice matters. A lot of us want a better understanding of self and/or require support with trauma, depression, anxiety, and/or relationships. Often, seeking support can be a challenging first step as there are unpleasant feelings, stigmas, thoughts and difficult behaviours. My goal is to provide a nonjudgmental, safe and accepting space for you explore them. I strive to help you build a stronger connection to yourself and strengthen your mental resiliency.
One of the most difficult parts of feeling emotional pain and internal suffering is experiencing it alone. I believe walking alongside your journey and listening to your voice matters. A lot of us want a better understanding of self and/or require support with trauma, depression, anxiety, and/or relationships. Often, seeking support can be a challenging first step as there are unpleasant feelings, stigmas, thoughts and difficult behaviours. My goal is to provide a nonjudgmental, safe and accepting space for you explore them. I strive to help you build a stronger connection to yourself and strengthen your mental resiliency.
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How does music therapy work?
A music therapist will begin by assessing the client’s specific needs and getting a sense of their musical ability and interests. Musical training is not required, and clients of all ages can benefit from this type of therapy. The therapist will then make a plan for how to achieve the client’s therapeutic goal(s) using a range of receptive (e.g., listening to a song) and active (e.g., drumming in a group) music therapy techniques.
What are some common music therapy techniques?
Music therapy usually involves listening to music (either live or recorded). Music therapy clients may also make music on popular instruments, such as the piano, guitar, and hand drum, or sing. Sometimes music therapy can include guided imagery. A music therapist may ask clients to improvise on the spot or even compose their own songs. Dancing or moving to music can be an effective intervention to help clients feel more fully grounded in their bodies and remain in the present moment.
How does music therapy help with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Music therapy can be a valuable creative outlet for clients with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who have trouble putting their painful feelings into words. Listening to music can be relaxing while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. In addition to its mood-boosting effects, music therapy can help clients build resilience and overcome PTSD symptoms that may interfere with their daily lives.
How long does music therapy take?
Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes. They can be scheduled in advance (for example, once a week) or can be done on an as-needed basis. Some clients will only require a handful of music therapy sessions to achieve their goals, while others may need months or longer, depending on their specific concern.