Therapists in Burlington, ON

We help many children, teens, adults, couples and families. It is very important that everyone feels comfortable whenever they meet with us and this is a priority for us. We also ensure we have clear goals for our work together and move as quickly as possible towards these goals. When people leave our centre, they have clear tips and tools to use to maintain the benefits they have gained. The primary treatment we provide for individuals is Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT). With couples, we use EFT. With some children we include play therapy. With all clients, we also use other styles to assist as necessary.

Chad is an award winning therapist who doesn't actually enjoy writing in the third person. My main goal is to help people know how to be emotionally healthy using a combination of tools I've created through life experience and modalities like solution focused therapy, CBT, EFT, and DBT. I tend to be a bit different than traditional therapists as I often have more laughs than tears in my office, but either way, my hope is to help people feel cared about and safe enough to share their lives. Men (or anyone) who are nervous about therapy or people who have had a bad experience with it tend to really like my down to earth style.

Clients who see me are often in committed relationships, ones that are new and just getting started or relationships that have a long history of 20-40 years or more. People want to change the relationship, deepen it or decide if it is a keeper. What each person values may need to be clarified and shared. The language they use to communicate may not bring the results they want so we look at changing how they relate, the stance each takes, the influence of family values and history. How about intimacy: is it enough to satisfy each person, is it often enough, is it forgotten?

We are all evolving! People usually come to see me because a crisis has happened. The origin of the word crisis means turning point. If you are experiencing a turning point in your life I can help you navigate. Sometimes when a crisis hits we find it hard to process what is happening because we are full of the emotional and mental confusion. Therapy helps to unravel the confusion so you can awaken to the awareness that comes with the turning point. Growing in awareness can create a whole new perspective.

Worn out from never-ending conflict at home? At your wit's end over your kids' behaviour? Struggling to communicate with the people you love the most? Feeling guilty about your knee-jerk reactions to these problems? I can help. I teach individuals, couples, and parents of children between the ages of 6 and 18 the tools and strategies that work with today's families to * communicate effectively and easily, * equip you for any discipline challenge, * lower stress by getting your family working as a team... as well as * overcome guilt, anxiety and depression. You CAN create family harmony!

I have a strong foundation in psychology and use various techniques to assist those struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger management, low self-esteem, phobias, chronic pain, and PTSD. My expertise has been honed through work with clients of diverse backgrounds and ages, and I am fluent in both English and Russian. My goal is to provide a supportive and safe environment for individuals to find the strength and resilience to grow and change.

Hi there! Has life gotten stressful for you? Are you struggling to manage your life and your emotions? Our emotions are very powerful. Anxiety, depression, anger or grief can interfere with our day to day lives affect our productivity at work, and impact our relationships. We start feeling alone and isolate. Swapna Natarajan, owner of Teekay Counselling, is here to help make things better. She started this practice 14 years ago as she felt she needed to reach out to more people and has helped several individual teens, adults, couples and families learn to cope with challenging life situations and find peace and joy again.

Challenges such as low self worth, anxiety, depression, anger, loneliness, trauma, addiction, & grief provide an opportunity to grow. If you are feeling stuck in the same pattern of thinking and struggling with your personal and interpersonal relationships, it's time to change the way you think about yourself, your circumstances, and those around you. My passion is to empower individuals, couples, and families to develop new pathways of thinking, establish deeper connections and overcome obstacles.

Are your loved ones telling you you’re cold or have no emotions? Are you angry or resentful, but not sure what to do with those emotions? You might be feeling alone and like you have to put on an act to seem like you have your “stuff” together for the people around you. Maybe you’re struggling with infidelity or sexual urges outside of your primary relationship and don't quite know what to do with these or how they fit into your life. We’ve been taught our value is based on our competence and ability to provide, which has lead to parts of our human experience as men not being welcomed – sadness loneliness, sexuality to name a few.

You find yourself stressed out and overwhelmed. You don't know how things got this way and you want to find a way out of what feels like a mess. Maybe it's depression, anxiety or just feeling stuck without knowing how to move forward. Sure there are answers all over the place, but which are right for you? Where do you start? You need a helping hand, a guide, an accountability partner or coach. Reaching the next step in your journey is easier if someone lays out the path with you. Don't stay stuck, push forward and move on. Sometimes the best way is to let go.

Are you feeling confused about how to make changes? Overthinking problems or watching yourself do the same things yet expecting different results? Suffering? Maybe your current situation has left you wondering if your vision of happiness is even possible? If you answer yes to any of these questions, call me. I can help. I've worked successfully with individuals, couples and families for many years to help them make sutainable changes to their lives and reclaim their hearts. My clients experience greater levels of personal competency, satisfaction, joy, energy and wellbeing. Life is meant to be lived abundantly. I can show you how.

When you’re not feeling like yourself, it can be difficult to navigate daily tasks, maintain relationships, and find joy in the things you once enjoyed. You may be tired of feeling this way, longing for relief and a return to a sense of normalcy and well-being. You feel overwhelmed by anxiety and depression, affecting your ability to enjoy daily activities and maintain meaningful relationships. You've decided that you’re ready to make a change. This task can be daunting however; you are not alone together, we can work through your struggles, develop coping strategies, and foster growth and healing.

Inquire about our Affordable Therapy Program! … The quality of our inner world matters. When we don’t feel quite like ourselves and key relationships are impacted, our sense of self and ability to engage more fully in life can take a hit. We collaborate with young people, adults, couples and families, so they can thrive with stability and increased confidence. We rely on evidence based modalities such as CBT, ACT, DBT, mindfulness, IFS, EFT, AEDP, ISTDP, and somatic-based approaches to provide effective, specialized support.

Life isn't simple, it's filled with experiences and emotions that can be overwhelming and stressful. As experts of our own life, we interpret and internalize various situations and experiences with different lenses and perspectives. Living in the most multicultural city in the world, we are given the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, insight and perspectives from various cultures and traditions that we can utilize to understand people. I provide an eclectic and holistic approach to therapy to deal with trauma, loss, relationships, conflict, and crisis.

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.

I believe that therapy is a powerful tool that aids open communication and emotional vulnerability. I strive to help couples and individuals develop skills that aid in the creation of deep, meaningful connections with others. Focusing on communication, conflict resolution, anxiety, depression and other life issues, I want to partner with you in your mental health journey.

Men - it doesn't have to be this way! Are you feeling disconnected to yourself, loved ones, or society? Do you question whether you are a good father, son, or partner? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, powerless, guilty, or "not normal". Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support. Often, this struggle may lead to addiction, anxiety, depression, shame, suicidal ideation, poor relationships, grief, low self-esteem, or low self-worth. First Step Men's Therapy offers a safe, warm, and inviting space for men to heal, learn, and grow. Book a free 20-minute consultation with us today!

My goal is to create a safe space for you to explore your current challenges, while empowering you to heal and understand your true self. I work with individuals, and couples, and offer a free consultation to see if I am the right therapist to support you on this journey. To me, expressing and uncovering needs and creating boundaries are an imperative practice in therapy. I believe life experiences have great impact in shaping our views of the world and will collaborate with you to find your own unique path of growth and change. I hold an anti-oppressive stance, so that you can feel validated and safely explore your experiences.

My practice has a comprehensive focus on mental heath, marriage couple and family therapy and family mediation. Having been trained in a hospital setting, I work effectively with depression, anxiety disorders, addictions and most mental health disorders. In addition, I have a comprehensive focus on marriage, couples and family therapy focusing on couples experiencing a high level of marital conflict, relationship breakdown or who want to improve the quality of their relationship. Restoring healthy relationships and supporting healthy family systems is one of my core passions! Do you feel you need this?