Grief Therapists in Cookstown, ON
I provide individual therapy for difficult life transitions, divorce/separation, grief/ loss, anger and stress management, anxiety, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem.
I have always had a passion for helping others. With previous work experience in different environments, I have been exposed to the complexities of life, which has developed my belief that change, growth and healing is possible if individuals are supported with compassion, empathy, and non-judgement. This belief has become my therapeutic approach, along with recognizing and valuing that each client is unique, making the therapy process unique.
I provide individual therapy for difficult life transitions, divorce/separation, grief/ loss, anger and stress management, anxiety, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem.
I have always had a passion for helping others. With previous work experience in different environments, I have been exposed to the complexities of life, which has developed my belief that change, growth and healing is possible if individuals are supported with compassion, empathy, and non-judgement. This belief has become my therapeutic approach, along with recognizing and valuing that each client is unique, making the therapy process unique.
Additional training in grief therapy, spiritual psychology of fear, and anthroposophic psychology.
Life is a journey — and sometimes the path is rocky. A helping hand can make the difference between giving up and moving on in both personal life and professional practice. For 25 years, I have helped many people move toward growth, emotional healing and joy. If you struggle with inexplicable anxiety, sadness or confusion, feel trapped in a life that doesn’t seem to suit you anymore, or have lost sight of what brings you joy and energy, you may benefit from having a mirror that allows you to rediscover who you really are. As a new therapist, if you are looking for your path into the profession, you may be looking for the same.
Additional training in grief therapy, spiritual psychology of fear, and anthroposophic psychology.
Life is a journey — and sometimes the path is rocky. A helping hand can make the difference between giving up and moving on in both personal life and professional practice. For 25 years, I have helped many people move toward growth, emotional healing and joy. If you struggle with inexplicable anxiety, sadness or confusion, feel trapped in a life that doesn’t seem to suit you anymore, or have lost sight of what brings you joy and energy, you may benefit from having a mirror that allows you to rediscover who you really are. As a new therapist, if you are looking for your path into the profession, you may be looking for the same.
Do you often feel overwhelmed by your emotions, stuck in negative patterns, or disconnected from yourself or others? Maybe you're struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, depression, or relationships that feel more draining than fulfilling. If so, you're not alone—and you don't have to navigate it on your own. Therapy can help you better understand yourself, manage your emotions, and start building the kind of life and relationships you truly want. I specialize in working with adults and teens who feel stuck, anxious, or emotionally exhausted.
Do you often feel overwhelmed by your emotions, stuck in negative patterns, or disconnected from yourself or others? Maybe you're struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, depression, or relationships that feel more draining than fulfilling. If so, you're not alone—and you don't have to navigate it on your own. Therapy can help you better understand yourself, manage your emotions, and start building the kind of life and relationships you truly want. I specialize in working with adults and teens who feel stuck, anxious, or emotionally exhausted.
Whether you are seeking therapy for the first time or you have had experience in the past, I understand it can be an exhausting and overwhelming process as you open your world to external support. In your journey towards finding the right therapist, it is crucial to find what works for you in your unique journey, in a place of non-judgement and compassion.
Whether you are seeking therapy for the first time or you have had experience in the past, I understand it can be an exhausting and overwhelming process as you open your world to external support. In your journey towards finding the right therapist, it is crucial to find what works for you in your unique journey, in a place of non-judgement and compassion.
Welcome! I strongly believe that we all have healing capacities, internal strengths, and resiliency. Yet, sometimes we experience situations, thoughts or emotions that are distressing, challenging or uncomfortable and we find ourselves stuck or unsure of how to move forward. In these times, therapy can be a supportive place to explore and empower you to discover the next steps on your life journey. I am a Registered Social Worker and have been providing therapy for children, adolescents and adults for the last 10 years. I strive to create a safe space to join individuals on their journey of reflection, processing, and healing.
Welcome! I strongly believe that we all have healing capacities, internal strengths, and resiliency. Yet, sometimes we experience situations, thoughts or emotions that are distressing, challenging or uncomfortable and we find ourselves stuck or unsure of how to move forward. In these times, therapy can be a supportive place to explore and empower you to discover the next steps on your life journey. I am a Registered Social Worker and have been providing therapy for children, adolescents and adults for the last 10 years. I strive to create a safe space to join individuals on their journey of reflection, processing, and healing.
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Aniqa Sheikh - Relationships | Anxiety |
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, BSc, BA
8 Endorsed
Serves Area
Whether you're grappling with grief, anxiety, trauma, relational conflict, or depression, some experiences can exert a particular hold on us, affecting our sense of self, relationships, and overall well-being.
Moreover, as a Muslim woman, South Asian, and "third-culture kid", my intersectionality allows me to adopt a culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive perspective. This means that regardless of your cultural background and lived experiences, I hope to provide evidence-based care, wherein you can feel safe, seen, and supported.
Whether you're grappling with grief, anxiety, trauma, relational conflict, or depression, some experiences can exert a particular hold on us, affecting our sense of self, relationships, and overall well-being.
Moreover, as a Muslim woman, South Asian, and "third-culture kid", my intersectionality allows me to adopt a culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive perspective. This means that regardless of your cultural background and lived experiences, I hope to provide evidence-based care, wherein you can feel safe, seen, and supported.
I specialize in providing confidential, culturally safe, and trauma-informed care. My journey has been shaped by overcoming significant personal challenges, including the long-term impacts of being a child of the Sixties Scoop and the intergenerational trauma passed down through Indian Residential Schools. These experiences have not only shaped my identity but have also fueled my dedication to supporting others through their own healing journeys.
I specialize in providing confidential, culturally safe, and trauma-informed care. My journey has been shaped by overcoming significant personal challenges, including the long-term impacts of being a child of the Sixties Scoop and the intergenerational trauma passed down through Indian Residential Schools. These experiences have not only shaped my identity but have also fueled my dedication to supporting others through their own healing journeys.
Grief comes in all forms - not just loss/ death of a loved one.
Whether you are interested in Short Term, Long Term, or a One time therapy session; I can assist with feelings of depression, anxiety, sleeplessness, stress management, grief and environmental stress associated with work, home life, and school. Everybody has a story and sometimes we need a little help to get over the hurdles in life from time to time.
Grief comes in all forms - not just loss/ death of a loved one.
Whether you are interested in Short Term, Long Term, or a One time therapy session; I can assist with feelings of depression, anxiety, sleeplessness, stress management, grief and environmental stress associated with work, home life, and school. Everybody has a story and sometimes we need a little help to get over the hurdles in life from time to time.
Sachi Persaud @ Kaleidoscope Counselling Co.
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), HBA
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N
, grief, guilt, exhaustion, or the silent burden of being everything for everyone.
If you're seeking clarity, courage, or the motivation to look in the mirror and truly love what you see, I’m here to support you. It’s never too late to rebrand, rebuild, and reclaim. To rewrite your narrative and find true alignment with what truly matters. Let's start by mapping how you came to be, blend empirical evidence, to empower your new version.
, grief, guilt, exhaustion, or the silent burden of being everything for everyone.
If you're seeking clarity, courage, or the motivation to look in the mirror and truly love what you see, I’m here to support you. It’s never too late to rebrand, rebuild, and reclaim. To rewrite your narrative and find true alignment with what truly matters. Let's start by mapping how you came to be, blend empirical evidence, to empower your new version.
Peter Markvoort
Registered Social Worker, MPA, MSW, RSW
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you’re navigating the effects of intergenerational trauma, PTSD, grief, anxiety, depression, substance misuse.
For Indigenous, by Indigenous. I offer a welcoming circle that holds space for Indigenous people to heal. As a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist, and Indigenous (Mi’kmaq) male, I bring together traditional land-based healing and evidence-based approaches to support your journey. I offer a trauma-informed judgement-free space where you are heard, valued, and empowered. My services are rooted in traditional Indigenous knowledge, if you open to the healing power of land, nature, and connection, we will work well together.
Whether you’re navigating the effects of intergenerational trauma, PTSD, grief, anxiety, depression, substance misuse.
For Indigenous, by Indigenous. I offer a welcoming circle that holds space for Indigenous people to heal. As a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist, and Indigenous (Mi’kmaq) male, I bring together traditional land-based healing and evidence-based approaches to support your journey. I offer a trauma-informed judgement-free space where you are heard, valued, and empowered. My services are rooted in traditional Indigenous knowledge, if you open to the healing power of land, nature, and connection, we will work well together.
Along with Addiction and Concurrent Disorders, I have worked extensively with Grief/ Loss, Emotion Regulation, Anger Management, Trauma, and several Mental Health conditions (eg. anxiety, depression, OCD, stress, suicide, etc.).
I use a variety of best practice therapeutic and counselling approaches developed through my many years of clinical experience to best meet your needs with making the changes identified as important in your life. I will provide a free 15 minute phone consultation prior to scheduling an initial appointment to ensure your comfort with my services.
Along with Addiction and Concurrent Disorders, I have worked extensively with Grief/ Loss, Emotion Regulation, Anger Management, Trauma, and several Mental Health conditions (eg. anxiety, depression, OCD, stress, suicide, etc.).
I use a variety of best practice therapeutic and counselling approaches developed through my many years of clinical experience to best meet your needs with making the changes identified as important in your life. I will provide a free 15 minute phone consultation prior to scheduling an initial appointment to ensure your comfort with my services.
Hello, my name is Hailey, and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a specialization in Art Therapy. With a deep passion for both creating art and supporting others, I was inspired to establish a virtual space dedicated to helping individuals tap into their creative flow and engage in transformative therapeutic experiences.
Hello, my name is Hailey, and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a specialization in Art Therapy. With a deep passion for both creating art and supporting others, I was inspired to establish a virtual space dedicated to helping individuals tap into their creative flow and engage in transformative therapeutic experiences.
Green Peak Therapy | Lynn Izzard
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, EMDR, SSP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Specializing in Grief, Loss & Trauma Therapy – EMDR & SSP Certified – Grief touches so many areas of our lives; from the death of a loved one to life transitions (e.g., moving to new places, embracing parenthood, retirement, or empty nest) to diagnosis of a life-altering illness or chronic pain.
Depression, stress, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience (and we all do) at some point in our lives. If this is your first time considering therapy, and wonder, what is therapy like? Well, it is like most conversations except with me, you get to say exactly what you feel (no filters)! We work together to uncover what is holding you back and keeping you stuck, so you can recover the motivation, perspective, and joy that you once had in your life. The goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
Specializing in Grief, Loss & Trauma Therapy – EMDR & SSP Certified – Grief touches so many areas of our lives; from the death of a loved one to life transitions (e.g., moving to new places, embracing parenthood, retirement, or empty nest) to diagnosis of a life-altering illness or chronic pain.
Depression, stress, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience (and we all do) at some point in our lives. If this is your first time considering therapy, and wonder, what is therapy like? Well, it is like most conversations except with me, you get to say exactly what you feel (no filters)! We work together to uncover what is holding you back and keeping you stuck, so you can recover the motivation, perspective, and joy that you once had in your life. The goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
Are you looking to get to the root of it all -the symptoms of anxiety, depression, loss/ grief, challenging relationships, patterns or past pain/trauma?
You’ve landed here despite learning the hacks, doing your research on insta, retreats and trying mindfulness and even therapy before. I also offer adjunct work with clients who have a therapist they love but need extra help tackling deeper wounds, triggers or stuck points. You’re safe sharing your story in experienced and capable hands.
Are you looking to get to the root of it all -the symptoms of anxiety, depression, loss/ grief, challenging relationships, patterns or past pain/trauma?
You’ve landed here despite learning the hacks, doing your research on insta, retreats and trying mindfulness and even therapy before. I also offer adjunct work with clients who have a therapist they love but need extra help tackling deeper wounds, triggers or stuck points. You’re safe sharing your story in experienced and capable hands.
Avery Maxwell - Cancer Chronic Illness Grief
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Whether you're navigating the weight of illness, grief, stress, or uncertainty, this space was created with you in mind.
As a caregiver and companion to someone with chronic illness, I’ve witnessed the deep emotional, physical, and mental toll it can take. This lived experience profoundly shapes my work as a social worker and psychotherapist. I offer compassionate, non-judgmental support rooted in empathy, advocacy, and understanding to help clients navigate life with illness.
Whether you're navigating the weight of illness, grief, stress, or uncertainty, this space was created with you in mind.
As a caregiver and companion to someone with chronic illness, I’ve witnessed the deep emotional, physical, and mental toll it can take. This lived experience profoundly shapes my work as a social worker and psychotherapist. I offer compassionate, non-judgmental support rooted in empathy, advocacy, and understanding to help clients navigate life with illness.
Clarity, focus and healthy relationships are possible. My Compass Health is all about getting you to your goals. Helping you find coping strategies to overcome the challenges and treatment approaches that work for YOU. We’re real, compassionate and kind ADHD healthcare professionals who are specialists in adult ADHD diagnosis and treatment. This allows us to craft personalized treatment plans you have a hand in developing and that address your specific needs. We don't label you. We don’t by-pass your input. We listen, we engage and we empower you to change and wellbeing.
Clarity, focus and healthy relationships are possible. My Compass Health is all about getting you to your goals. Helping you find coping strategies to overcome the challenges and treatment approaches that work for YOU. We’re real, compassionate and kind ADHD healthcare professionals who are specialists in adult ADHD diagnosis and treatment. This allows us to craft personalized treatment plans you have a hand in developing and that address your specific needs. We don't label you. We don’t by-pass your input. We listen, we engage and we empower you to change and wellbeing.
Wether you are navigating a journey of grief and loss, getting to better understand your brain, or exploring gender or sexual identity, it can feel overwhelming to know where to go or what to do next.
I believe that our experiences and interactions in relationships shape the way we feel and move through the world. If you are feeling unhappy or stuck, starting therapy can be one way to feel a shift. I welcome all the parts of you without judgment. Together, at your comfort, we figure out what works for you.
Wether you are navigating a journey of grief and loss, getting to better understand your brain, or exploring gender or sexual identity, it can feel overwhelming to know where to go or what to do next.
I believe that our experiences and interactions in relationships shape the way we feel and move through the world. If you are feeling unhappy or stuck, starting therapy can be one way to feel a shift. I welcome all the parts of you without judgment. Together, at your comfort, we figure out what works for you.
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety or feeling lost under the weight of grief or trauma—life can feel overwhelming and directionless.
As a registered social worker and certified wellness coach, I offer a supportive space where we can explore your experience with care and intention. We'll work together at a pace that feels right for you, helping you break through what’s holding you back so you can move toward greater clarity, confidence, and a sense of peace.
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety or feeling lost under the weight of grief or trauma—life can feel overwhelming and directionless.
As a registered social worker and certified wellness coach, I offer a supportive space where we can explore your experience with care and intention. We'll work together at a pace that feels right for you, helping you break through what’s holding you back so you can move toward greater clarity, confidence, and a sense of peace.
Karlene Langman
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, BA Hons
1 Endorsed
New Lowell, ON L0M
I support individuals, couples, and families navigating a wide range of concerns, with a focus on trauma recovery, grief support, and play-based therapy for children and teens.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person I work with. I draw on a variety of evidence-based frameworks—including Polyvagal theory, parts work, attachment theory, mindfulness and grounding practices, CBT, and DBT—to meet clients where they are.
I support individuals, couples, and families navigating a wide range of concerns, with a focus on trauma recovery, grief support, and play-based therapy for children and teens.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person I work with. I draw on a variety of evidence-based frameworks—including Polyvagal theory, parts work, attachment theory, mindfulness and grounding practices, CBT, and DBT—to meet clients where they are.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by a major life transition or the weight of grief and loss?
I use an integrative approach, drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic interventions customized to each client’s unique experience. While I provide support for grief and loss, I also help those facing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and burnout. I have a particular passion for working with health care professionals and first responders.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by a major life transition or the weight of grief and loss?
I use an integrative approach, drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic interventions customized to each client’s unique experience. While I provide support for grief and loss, I also help those facing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and burnout. I have a particular passion for working with health care professionals and first responders.
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How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.