Therapists in Chatham, ON

Hi there! My name is Janet Tong-Anderson and I am a licensed MSW level social worker. My experience includes working with children, youth, and young adults. With a heart for helping and a passion for promoting mental wellness, I am committed to supporting clients as they navigate the various challenging waves of life. I understand the importance of providing a safe and inclusive environment for growth and healing. I draw upon both evidence-based techniques and creative modalities to engage clients in meaningful and ways. My goal is to empower clients to express themselves and discover their strengths while on this healing journey.

Anxiety, depression, and critical self-talk can feel debilitating. On the outside you may seem fine to others, you might even respond with "great" when they ask how you're doing, but on the inside you're stuck in patterns of overthinking, incessant worry, lack of motivation, and weariness. There is hope that life can be different, even if you feel anxiety and depression have become part of who you are. Counselling can help identify patterns of negative thinking and offer fresh insights, rewiring the brain's pathways, creating healthier ways of being.

You are not alone! I work with a variety of people from all circles of life who feel that there is more to their life than just going through the motions. Thoughts and feelings can hold people back from reaching their goals. I guide my clients through the clutter of the toxic thoughts and restricting beliefs and help them learn effective strategies to create the freedom they deserve and to lead a fulfilling, joyful life. I work with people who are tired of living their life by other people's rule and expectations. I help people who are ready to take action and create a life full of joy that they know is out there waiting for them.

I'm interested in helping mental health and healthcare workers, education workers, and first responders cope with the demands of these challenging and rewarding careers. I enjoy helping individuals overcome burnout and find their spark again. I am passionate about assisting families coping with perinatal mental health issues, birth and reproductive trauma, as well as the complexity that comes along with parenthood. I also assist adolescents and families navigate through crisis of suicidal ideation and attempts. I strive to help clients find balance in their life and feel like they are empowered and thriving.

Life can be tough however, it shouldn't be made any harder by suffering. The causes of suffering are vast and unique to the individual. As a therapist I strive to help you understand the root causes of your suffering and help you recover from these wounds. In our work together we collaboratively decide goals, methods and the pace of our work. I strive to support and empower you to conquer your challenges and proclaim mastery over your life to the best of your ability as you move towards a future that is curated by you, free from past pain or adversities.

Each of us goes through storms in our lives and some need assistance in moving beyond these storms. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, or are a trauma survivor, there is hope. These difficult periods can become opportunities for growth as you learn to weather these storms in ways that promote resilience, health, and wellness. My aim is to have the privilege of walking alongside you during these periods of time, to hear your story, and to assist you in healing and moving forward.

Taking on values, sharing what is important and talking out problems can help in assessing where you have been, where you are now in life and what directions your choices can make. Those we love and care about are a part of our life's journey. And sometimes things are harder to figure out, but you are not alone on that road. Let's see what we can do in making life the best it can be. There can be hope and healing. It's time to Connect. Couples, Children and Individual counselling sessions available for In person, online and phone sessions. Accepting new clients.

I offer services in English and Spanish (Español). Many women go through toxic relationships where they feel devastated; however, they ask themselves if their perception is correct because there are no punches or blood involved. Likewise, women begin to doubt themselves as their sense of reality is altered and their cognition is put to the test. Another serious consequence of this condition is low self-esteem. Women think that they have no value and that there will be no one in the world who will love or desire them anymore. This is a call to all women who want to recover themselves. You Are Not Alone!

John O'Donohue wrote: "Our bodies know they belong; it is our minds that make our lives so homeless." You may resonate with this statement. You may feel tension, sadness, disconnection, discouragement, or fear. Our minds tend to pull us into the past or make us feel anxious about our future. Stress and overwhelm can flood our senses or distract us from the cues our bodies are trying to tell us. Big emotions can interfere with the person we are trying to become and can impact the relationships we are trying to cultivate.

Hello lovely humans! My name is Alyssa Bachus (she/her), and I am a mental health therapist at Bloom Wellness. I specialize in the areas of anxiety disorders, trauma, depression, and grief/loss. I work from a holistic, person-centred approach, intentionally incorporating the connection between the mind, body, and spirit as a form of whole healing. I work alongside people of all ages, backgrounds, and lived experiences; come as you are, all are welcome.

Everyone has a life story, and as a therapist, I love listening to people's stories. Whether yours has themes of anxiety, depression, grief, loss, the effects of trauma, or something entirely different, I am here to truly hear you and help you. I work primarily with adolescents (16+) and adults. I have a special interest in working with high-performing athletes, helping them to navigate issues such as anxiety, depression, motivation, and mindfulness and relaxation, to ultimately assist them in achieving optimal performance. Warning: My level of authenticity is 100%, and I have been known to drop expletives in session!

Reaching out for help & starting (or continuing) your healing journey is a big step. So first, I just wanted to say that I am proud of you for showing up for yourself! Whether you have a specific concern you want to discuss, a personal goal you want to work towards, or you are simply just feeling “off” – I would love the opportunity to work with you. In my practice, I strive to offer a safe, welcoming & non-judgmental space. I believe that each person is the expert of their own life and no two experiences are ever the same. I approach every interaction with curiosity and compassion, allowing my clients the space to tell their story.

No two lived experiences are the same which means no two solutions should be the same. Helping you find YOUR direction is what I aim to do. This requires respecting your lived experiences and connecting the wisdom you have to new opportunities for growth.

There are times in each of our lives when we feel lost, overwhelmed and we don't recognize ourselves. For some it may be a loss or trauma, while for others, feelings of depression, anxiety and loneliness can become too much to bear alone. Through a safe and non-judgmental relationship, clients are supported in recognizing their needs and then given the tools and assistance required to meet their therapeutic goals. By helping people feel like themselves again, I hope to help them to regain their health and rediscover the joy in their everyday lives.

Hi, my name is Kelsey. I am a registered with the CRPO, and I hold a BAH in Psychology and Masters Degree Counselling Psychology. Throughout my 9 years of my experience, I have provided supports for various mental health concerns and have focused my education on sexual violence, complex childhood traumas, and anxiety disorders. I believe in using a bottoms-up approach in therapy by softly engaging parts of our bodies that hold our experiences by practicing brainspotting therapy, internal family systems, somatic processing, polyvagal theory with elements of cognitive behavioural, dialectical behavioural and solution focus modalities.

Trauma and Stress. We all have experienced some form of it. Trauma and stress can hold us back, limit our beliefs, tell us we are not good enough, stop us from moving forward, and paralyze us so that we do the same thing over and over. Wonder how to get unstuck? There is hope. You can look at trauma and stress in a different way, so that life is more pleasurable and going in the direction you want. Unfortunately, trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, and any challenges you face do not just go away on their own, it takes work. You have the choice to do the work to help yourself move forward.

Appointments on weekends/holidays only! If you've never tried counselling before and think it's not for you, I think I can change your mind. Have you been drifting through life with little direction and starting to feel resentful, angry, jealous? If you want to make small changes that have a big impact, please reach out to me.

I provide culturally informed non-judgemental services, situated in Anishinaabe ways of seeing, being, knowing and doing. As a mental health and mindfulness practitioner, I welcome all community members (Indigenous and non-Indigenous) who may be struggling with mental health, addictions, trauma, loss, cultural and identity issues that are negatively impacting your well being.

Hi, i'm Michelle! I hold a BA in psychology along with an MA in counselling psychology, and am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the CRPO. I provide therapeutic services to individuals and have extensive experience working with adolescence, youth, and young adults. I provide support and guidance for various mental health concerns including anxiety, panic, depression, emotion regulation, anger management, and trauma.