Family Therapy in Burlington, ON
With over 31 years of experience, I’ve supported individuals and families in acute care and outpatient settings, giving me a deep understanding of both emotional and physical challenges and how to guide clients toward clarity, relief, and balance.
I also support high-performing individuals who seem “fine” outwardly and depleted on the inside, women navigating perimenopause/menopause, parents of children with Autism and other mental health considerations, adult children caring for aging parents, and healthcare professionals facing compassion fatigue or burnout.
With over 31 years of experience, I’ve supported individuals and families in acute care and outpatient settings, giving me a deep understanding of both emotional and physical challenges and how to guide clients toward clarity, relief, and balance.
I also support high-performing individuals who seem “fine” outwardly and depleted on the inside, women navigating perimenopause/menopause, parents of children with Autism and other mental health considerations, adult children caring for aging parents, and healthcare professionals facing compassion fatigue or burnout.
Together, we will work collaboratively to improve communication skills, strengthen relationships, and describe how family dynamics affect you.
I am a PREPARE ENRICH Facilitator, which fosters a discussion around areas couples/partners can improve their relationship. Spirituality can also be fostered in our work together at your request. I am also an Expressive Arts Practitioner, which allows me to integrate creative modalities in our sessions.
Together, we will work collaboratively to improve communication skills, strengthen relationships, and describe how family dynamics affect you.
I am a PREPARE ENRICH Facilitator, which fosters a discussion around areas couples/partners can improve their relationship. Spirituality can also be fostered in our work together at your request. I am also an Expressive Arts Practitioner, which allows me to integrate creative modalities in our sessions.
I have a particular interest and experience in supporting clients and family members looking to enhance their coping through cancer through my work history in breast cancer care.
Together we collaborate to facilitate your coping and reduce distress during a difficult time. Oncology and illness experienced counseling can help to reduce the sense of isolation that can accompany a health challenge, facilitate processing and understanding, learn coping tools and grounding strategies and support communication with family and children.
I have a particular interest and experience in supporting clients and family members looking to enhance their coping through cancer through my work history in breast cancer care.
Together we collaborate to facilitate your coping and reduce distress during a difficult time. Oncology and illness experienced counseling can help to reduce the sense of isolation that can accompany a health challenge, facilitate processing and understanding, learn coping tools and grounding strategies and support communication with family and children.
Salam! We're so glad you've made your way to our profile. Wondering if we are a good fit for you in a sea of therapists? Our passion is help the Muslim woman who has known for a while that she needs a shift and change in her life but has felt lost about where to go for guidance and support. You may feel disconnected from the mosque and find that non-Muslim therapists don’t quite understand you.
Our approach is heart centred, evidence-based, culturally humble, trauma informed and anti-colonial. We are not only experts, but we also bring in our own lived experiences, having been through our own personal challenges and battles.
Salam! We're so glad you've made your way to our profile. Wondering if we are a good fit for you in a sea of therapists? Our passion is help the Muslim woman who has known for a while that she needs a shift and change in her life but has felt lost about where to go for guidance and support. You may feel disconnected from the mosque and find that non-Muslim therapists don’t quite understand you.
Our approach is heart centred, evidence-based, culturally humble, trauma informed and anti-colonial. We are not only experts, but we also bring in our own lived experiences, having been through our own personal challenges and battles.
I am a registered Social Worker in Ontario with over 12 years of experience in children’s mental health. I provide treatment for a wide range of childhood issues, including anxiety and anxiety related disorders, emotional regulation, relationship difficulties, developmental trauma, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) & executive function difficulties, depression, oppositional behaviour, self-esteem, sleep problems, and difficulties relating to separation/divorce.
I am a registered Social Worker in Ontario with over 12 years of experience in children’s mental health. I provide treatment for a wide range of childhood issues, including anxiety and anxiety related disorders, emotional regulation, relationship difficulties, developmental trauma, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) & executive function difficulties, depression, oppositional behaviour, self-esteem, sleep problems, and difficulties relating to separation/divorce.
Life can sometimes get complicated when we least expect it, leaving us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward.
Often, the first step to turning things around is realizing you are not alone. When someone is: listened to, cared for, and encouraged in a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment, life changing discoveries can be made.
Building on your strengths, exploring your thought patterns and uncovering solutions that align with your goals and values is what therapy means to me. I would be honoured to be a resource for you on your journey towards healing, growth, and resilience.
Life can sometimes get complicated when we least expect it, leaving us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward.
Often, the first step to turning things around is realizing you are not alone. When someone is: listened to, cared for, and encouraged in a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment, life changing discoveries can be made.
Building on your strengths, exploring your thought patterns and uncovering solutions that align with your goals and values is what therapy means to me. I would be honoured to be a resource for you on your journey towards healing, growth, and resilience.
8 week Introduction to Mindfulness - next group start date is March 23, 2026. This course is a comprehensive experiential course for beginners.
Life can be challenging, finding professional support that is a good fit can be equally challenging. I provide a safe space, for supportive, compassionate therapy for when life becomes painful, overwhelming and uncertain. I am committed to supporting my clients in processing problems, providing a sounding board as well as exploring and supporting coping skills to help manage stress, worry, rumination, anxiety, mood as well as symptoms related to menopause and the experience of grief.
8 week Introduction to Mindfulness - next group start date is March 23, 2026. This course is a comprehensive experiential course for beginners.
Life can be challenging, finding professional support that is a good fit can be equally challenging. I provide a safe space, for supportive, compassionate therapy for when life becomes painful, overwhelming and uncertain. I am committed to supporting my clients in processing problems, providing a sounding board as well as exploring and supporting coping skills to help manage stress, worry, rumination, anxiety, mood as well as symptoms related to menopause and the experience of grief.
Focus: Working with Children, Adults, Families Grief, Trauma and PTSD, Past and Present Abuse, Anger and Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict, Disability, LGBTQ2+ Safe, Queer/Transgender/Non-Binary Allied Cultrually and Racially Sensitive Faith/Christian
With over 25 years of experience in psychotherapy, faith-based and transformational healing & growth, counseling, and spiritual care I continue to enjoy the opportunity to help people face-to-face, or with telephonic, internet, and video consultations. I facilitate new opportunities for growth and change with an interactive and dynamic outlook.
Focus: Working with Children, Adults, Families Grief, Trauma and PTSD, Past and Present Abuse, Anger and Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict, Disability, LGBTQ2+ Safe, Queer/Transgender/Non-Binary Allied Cultrually and Racially Sensitive Faith/Christian
With over 25 years of experience in psychotherapy, faith-based and transformational healing & growth, counseling, and spiritual care I continue to enjoy the opportunity to help people face-to-face, or with telephonic, internet, and video consultations. I facilitate new opportunities for growth and change with an interactive and dynamic outlook.
As a clinical psychologist, I offer treatment for adults and couples. My typical client is a couple struggling with the lingering impact of trauma, conflict, and disconnection. They are usually seeking therapy to foster healing, growth, and a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationship. They are often looking to rebuild trust, overcome emotional barriers, and nurture healthier, more fulfilling relationships with themselves and others. Ultimately, couples want to feel more empowered to experience love in a way that feels safe, meaningful, and authentic.
I am only accepting clients for -couples intensives- at this time.
As a clinical psychologist, I offer treatment for adults and couples. My typical client is a couple struggling with the lingering impact of trauma, conflict, and disconnection. They are usually seeking therapy to foster healing, growth, and a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationship. They are often looking to rebuild trust, overcome emotional barriers, and nurture healthier, more fulfilling relationships with themselves and others. Ultimately, couples want to feel more empowered to experience love in a way that feels safe, meaningful, and authentic.
I am only accepting clients for -couples intensives- at this time.
Manpreet Panesar - Self-esteem | Depression
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Burlington, ON L7L
Have you been withdrawing from others, feeling isolated, and a loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed? Maybe there's uncertainty on how to navigate difficulties and stress in your life, maybe you're even ruminating and feeling mentally exhausted? My goal is to help you better understand and break these patterns and work towards long lasting change. I work mainly with those who are in unhealthy or toxic romantic, familial or workplace relationships and teens from stressful home or school environment. Whether you feeling guilty for saying no, feel like you are the problem, or need help clarifying a few things, I can help.
Have you been withdrawing from others, feeling isolated, and a loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed? Maybe there's uncertainty on how to navigate difficulties and stress in your life, maybe you're even ruminating and feeling mentally exhausted? My goal is to help you better understand and break these patterns and work towards long lasting change. I work mainly with those who are in unhealthy or toxic romantic, familial or workplace relationships and teens from stressful home or school environment. Whether you feeling guilty for saying no, feel like you are the problem, or need help clarifying a few things, I can help.
Over the past twenty years, my experience has included non-profit and private practice work with adolescents, young adults, couples, and families.
As far as making it through the day goes, you have a 100% success rate - and I think that’s remarkable. You do hard things all the time and if you are still reading, it’s because there is a part of you that knows, we are not meant to do all the hard things alone. You deserve to have someone in your corner, we all do. Whether you are struggling a little or a lot, I am ready to provide support through personalized approaches that will be matched with your presenting concerns and make the most of the unique strengths you already possess. Let's do these hard things together! Please visit www.hellosparrow.ca to learn more.
Over the past twenty years, my experience has included non-profit and private practice work with adolescents, young adults, couples, and families.
As far as making it through the day goes, you have a 100% success rate - and I think that’s remarkable. You do hard things all the time and if you are still reading, it’s because there is a part of you that knows, we are not meant to do all the hard things alone. You deserve to have someone in your corner, we all do. Whether you are struggling a little or a lot, I am ready to provide support through personalized approaches that will be matched with your presenting concerns and make the most of the unique strengths you already possess. Let's do these hard things together! Please visit www.hellosparrow.ca to learn more.
My services include counselling with a focus on a variety of presenting issues including addiction, substance use/abuse, family impact, mental health, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, anger management, relationships, communication and healthy coping strategies.
Do you often feel overwhelmed, anxious, or off balance? Have you or a loved one struggled with addiction, low mood, difficulty concentrating, or sleep issues? Are your relationships with yourself and others feeling strained? You are not alone.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, my mission is to support individuals as they explore, navigate, and develop healthy skills and strategies for wellness and balanced living.
My approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, mindful and solution-focused.
With over 22 years of diverse professional experience and training, I draw upon a rich background to tailor our sessions to your needs.
My services include counselling with a focus on a variety of presenting issues including addiction, substance use/abuse, family impact, mental health, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, anger management, relationships, communication and healthy coping strategies.
Do you often feel overwhelmed, anxious, or off balance? Have you or a loved one struggled with addiction, low mood, difficulty concentrating, or sleep issues? Are your relationships with yourself and others feeling strained? You are not alone.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, my mission is to support individuals as they explore, navigate, and develop healthy skills and strategies for wellness and balanced living.
My approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, mindful and solution-focused.
With over 22 years of diverse professional experience and training, I draw upon a rich background to tailor our sessions to your needs.
With compassion and dedication, I have been working with individuals for over 25 years. I have special interests in ADHD, Depression and Anxiety and my goal is to reach the underlying reasons and thought processes that cause attentional difficulties, impulsivity, anger outbursts, excessive worry, depression and communication issues. I believe that honesty, respect and humour is integral to building a strong therapeutic relationship.
With compassion and dedication, I have been working with individuals for over 25 years. I have special interests in ADHD, Depression and Anxiety and my goal is to reach the underlying reasons and thought processes that cause attentional difficulties, impulsivity, anger outbursts, excessive worry, depression and communication issues. I believe that honesty, respect and humour is integral to building a strong therapeutic relationship.
Using an eclectic approach, I work with individuals, couples, and families with compassion, integrating my lived experiences into a reflexive practice.
I specialize in supporting people to navigate complex life experiences and defy stereotypes. My practice focuses on identity exploration, building self-esteem, fostering healthy relations, and conflict resolution skills. I help folks understand underlying patterns of anger, depression, anxiety, people-pleasing, avoidance, or trauma. With several years of experience working with those affected by relational abuse—both who experienced and caused harm—I'm committed to breaking intergenerational trauma cycles. I advocate for men's mental health needs in eradicating gender-based violence using a trauma- and violence-informed care model.
Using an eclectic approach, I work with individuals, couples, and families with compassion, integrating my lived experiences into a reflexive practice.
I specialize in supporting people to navigate complex life experiences and defy stereotypes. My practice focuses on identity exploration, building self-esteem, fostering healthy relations, and conflict resolution skills. I help folks understand underlying patterns of anger, depression, anxiety, people-pleasing, avoidance, or trauma. With several years of experience working with those affected by relational abuse—both who experienced and caused harm—I'm committed to breaking intergenerational trauma cycles. I advocate for men's mental health needs in eradicating gender-based violence using a trauma- and violence-informed care model.
With an extensive background as a Postpartum Doula and certified Baby-Led Sleep and Well-Being Specialist, Adrienne has helped many families in the delicate early stages of parenting.
She has worked closely with individuals navigating crisis, trauma, and complex mood disorders, and has experience supporting members of the LGBTQ2S+ community, as well as both men and women across the lifespan. Adrienne’s clinical approach is integrative and relational, drawing from various therapeutic modalities to meet clients where they are.
With an extensive background as a Postpartum Doula and certified Baby-Led Sleep and Well-Being Specialist, Adrienne has helped many families in the delicate early stages of parenting.
She has worked closely with individuals navigating crisis, trauma, and complex mood disorders, and has experience supporting members of the LGBTQ2S+ community, as well as both men and women across the lifespan. Adrienne’s clinical approach is integrative and relational, drawing from various therapeutic modalities to meet clients where they are.
I am a registered social worker with 18 years experience working with children, adults and families.
I am expertly trained in providing Family Based Therapy for youth and their families. I also have extensive expertise in teaching Dialectical Behavioural Therapy Skills and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy which can be helpful for mood regulation issues. I am happy to work with families, youth and/or adults individually.
I am a registered social worker with 18 years experience working with children, adults and families.
I am expertly trained in providing Family Based Therapy for youth and their families. I also have extensive expertise in teaching Dialectical Behavioural Therapy Skills and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy which can be helpful for mood regulation issues. I am happy to work with families, youth and/or adults individually.
If you're looking for a supportive professional to help you navigate life’s twists and turns on your own terms and with your unique preferences and needs in mind, we may be a good match. I am here to help you navigate challenges and transitions, gain clarity, and improve your connections with others and your life's purpose. I provide a supportive and safe space to explore your experiences without judgment or pressure. I understand that beginning therapy may feel intimidating, so we will work at a pace that is comfortable for you and focus on what matters to you.
If you're looking for a supportive professional to help you navigate life’s twists and turns on your own terms and with your unique preferences and needs in mind, we may be a good match. I am here to help you navigate challenges and transitions, gain clarity, and improve your connections with others and your life's purpose. I provide a supportive and safe space to explore your experiences without judgment or pressure. I understand that beginning therapy may feel intimidating, so we will work at a pace that is comfortable for you and focus on what matters to you.
Angelica Esposito | EMDR ✨ Burlington and Virtual
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW, EMDR, ACT
2 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7M
I offer therapy in English and Italian, integrating EMDR, IFS (Internal Family System),Narrative Therapy and ACT to help you break free from limiting patterns.
Same Week Appointments Available!
Are anxiety, stress, or painful memories holding you back? I specialize in EMDR therapy for trauma, anxiety, and life transitions—offering support both in Burlington and online.
EMDR helps you reprocess distressing experiences using bilateral stimulation (like eye movements or tapping), easing their emotional intensity and shifting negative thoughts. It’s a powerful approach for anxiety, depression, chronic stress, grief, and career-related struggles.
Let’s work together to help you feel more grounded, confident, and in control.
I offer therapy in English and Italian, integrating EMDR, IFS (Internal Family System),Narrative Therapy and ACT to help you break free from limiting patterns.
Same Week Appointments Available!
Are anxiety, stress, or painful memories holding you back? I specialize in EMDR therapy for trauma, anxiety, and life transitions—offering support both in Burlington and online.
EMDR helps you reprocess distressing experiences using bilateral stimulation (like eye movements or tapping), easing their emotional intensity and shifting negative thoughts. It’s a powerful approach for anxiety, depression, chronic stress, grief, and career-related struggles.
Let’s work together to help you feel more grounded, confident, and in control.
During our initial sessions, we will gather your family history, presenting issues and concerns, and collaborate together on a plan for helping you to work towards your goals through therapy.
Do you feel misunderstood or like you want to escape from painful memories, thoughts, and/or emotions? Do you feel stuck as though you are unable to move forward in life? Do you struggle with people-pleasing, relationship conflict, chronic illness, or feel emotionally disconnected? If any of this applies to you, please know that you are not alone. It is normal to feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and disappointed when life appears to be passing us by and we feel stuck or held back by our past experiences. Having a therapist who provides a trauma-informed and client centred approach is essential in these cases.
During our initial sessions, we will gather your family history, presenting issues and concerns, and collaborate together on a plan for helping you to work towards your goals through therapy.
Do you feel misunderstood or like you want to escape from painful memories, thoughts, and/or emotions? Do you feel stuck as though you are unable to move forward in life? Do you struggle with people-pleasing, relationship conflict, chronic illness, or feel emotionally disconnected? If any of this applies to you, please know that you are not alone. It is normal to feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and disappointed when life appears to be passing us by and we feel stuck or held back by our past experiences. Having a therapist who provides a trauma-informed and client centred approach is essential in these cases.
The goal is always to take steps towards respect and harmony in relationships with family and friends.
I am an empathetic listener, an avid follower of current research in the area of relationships & parenting and a people-lover. Sharing your story is an important step in moving forward. I have a variety of strategies and coping techniques to share in order to help people improve the relationships they have with their children, teens, partner and co-parent.
The goal is always to take steps towards respect and harmony in relationships with family and friends.
I am an empathetic listener, an avid follower of current research in the area of relationships & parenting and a people-lover. Sharing your story is an important step in moving forward. I have a variety of strategies and coping techniques to share in order to help people improve the relationships they have with their children, teens, partner and co-parent.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.