Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in East Gwillimbury, ON
You have likely spent a lot of time caring for others, and somewhere along the way it became harder to connect to yourself.
I work with adults, couples, families, and children 7+ who are navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, and relational challenges. With deep care and cultural sensitivity, I help clients slow down and reconnect with what matters most.
You have likely spent a lot of time caring for others, and somewhere along the way it became harder to connect to yourself.
I work with adults, couples, families, and children 7+ who are navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, and relational challenges. With deep care and cultural sensitivity, I help clients slow down and reconnect with what matters most.
Welcome! I’m Dianne, and I’m passionate about supporting individuals, children, and families as they work through their own journeys of healing, growth, and self-discovery. I understand how vulnerable and heavy it can feel to carry our stories alone. In our work together, I strive to create a safe space where every part of you is welcome, allowing you to share your experiences openly and authentically. Healing happens at your pace, and I’m here to support you through that process. My approach to therapy is integrative, blending person-centered & psychodynamic approaches to therapy in a collaborative way.
Welcome! I’m Dianne, and I’m passionate about supporting individuals, children, and families as they work through their own journeys of healing, growth, and self-discovery. I understand how vulnerable and heavy it can feel to carry our stories alone. In our work together, I strive to create a safe space where every part of you is welcome, allowing you to share your experiences openly and authentically. Healing happens at your pace, and I’m here to support you through that process. My approach to therapy is integrative, blending person-centered & psychodynamic approaches to therapy in a collaborative way.
Many of the people I work with are exhausted from holding it together while feeling overwhelmed inside. They may be grieving, carrying the impact of past trauma, or living with anxiety that shows up both in their thoughts and in their body.
They’re often looking for a space where they don’t have to minimize their experiences, explain them away, or pretend they’re okay. Together, we focus on helping them feel more grounded and safe within themselves, gently understanding long-standing patterns, and working through what the body has been holding onto. Over time, this work can support a deeper sense of calm, clarity, and trust in them
Many of the people I work with are exhausted from holding it together while feeling overwhelmed inside. They may be grieving, carrying the impact of past trauma, or living with anxiety that shows up both in their thoughts and in their body.
They’re often looking for a space where they don’t have to minimize their experiences, explain them away, or pretend they’re okay. Together, we focus on helping them feel more grounded and safe within themselves, gently understanding long-standing patterns, and working through what the body has been holding onto. Over time, this work can support a deeper sense of calm, clarity, and trust in them
I’m a Registered Social Worker and EMDR Clinician. For 25 years I have supported adults and youth through anxiety, trauma, depression, life transitions, loneliness, and other areas that limit wellness, connection, and ease. At times, we may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected due to current life stressors, and/or past experiences. Therapy can support greater awareness, acceptance, and change, to enhance your sense of calm, confidence, and connection. I offer compassionate support to process experiences, untangle the patterns and beliefs that keep you feeling stuck, and create meaningful change towards living the life you want.
I’m a Registered Social Worker and EMDR Clinician. For 25 years I have supported adults and youth through anxiety, trauma, depression, life transitions, loneliness, and other areas that limit wellness, connection, and ease. At times, we may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected due to current life stressors, and/or past experiences. Therapy can support greater awareness, acceptance, and change, to enhance your sense of calm, confidence, and connection. I offer compassionate support to process experiences, untangle the patterns and beliefs that keep you feeling stuck, and create meaningful change towards living the life you want.
Just because you are struggling does not mean you are failing. Asking for help is a sign of strength. Your story isn't over yet, message me for more details on how you can start to help yourself be the best authentic you.
Just because you are struggling does not mean you are failing. Asking for help is a sign of strength. Your story isn't over yet, message me for more details on how you can start to help yourself be the best authentic you.
Maybe it’s not that you haven’t tried hard enough.
Maybe it’s that everything you’ve been offered has focused on what your child needs to stop doing…
instead of what they need to start building.
Most programs zero in on compliance.
Be quieter.
Sit longer.
Stop reacting.
But that doesn’t actually teach a child how to: understand boundaries, set boundaries, make choices, advocate for themselves.
It just teaches them to suppress.
And suppression isn’t skill building.
Maybe it’s not that you haven’t tried hard enough.
Maybe it’s that everything you’ve been offered has focused on what your child needs to stop doing…
instead of what they need to start building.
Most programs zero in on compliance.
Be quieter.
Sit longer.
Stop reacting.
But that doesn’t actually teach a child how to: understand boundaries, set boundaries, make choices, advocate for themselves.
It just teaches them to suppress.
And suppression isn’t skill building.
At Tree of Life Psychotherapy, we understand how overwhelming it can feel when you—or your child, teen, or adult client—are struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, or the weight of unresolved challenges. These difficulties can affect relationships, work, school, and daily life, leaving you feeling stuck or unsure of how to move forward. You may wonder if life could feel lighter, more grounded, and more fulfilling—for yourself or your family.
We believe healing and growth are always possible, no matter how long you've been struggling.
At Tree of Life Psychotherapy, we understand how overwhelming it can feel when you—or your child, teen, or adult client—are struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, or the weight of unresolved challenges. These difficulties can affect relationships, work, school, and daily life, leaving you feeling stuck or unsure of how to move forward. You may wonder if life could feel lighter, more grounded, and more fulfilling—for yourself or your family.
We believe healing and growth are always possible, no matter how long you've been struggling.
More Therapists Nearby
Are you a teacher or school staff member feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or undervalued? Endless IEPs, report cards, and parent calls can leave anyone burnt out. As a former teacher with 10 years’ experience, I understand these challenges. Now, as a psychotherapist, I help educators like you cope with stress, compassion fatigue, and find balance. Let’s work together to restore your sense of purpose, resilience, and well-being. If you’re ready, I’d be honoured to support you.
Are you a teacher or school staff member feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or undervalued? Endless IEPs, report cards, and parent calls can leave anyone burnt out. As a former teacher with 10 years’ experience, I understand these challenges. Now, as a psychotherapist, I help educators like you cope with stress, compassion fatigue, and find balance. Let’s work together to restore your sense of purpose, resilience, and well-being. If you’re ready, I’d be honoured to support you.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns you understand logically, but still find hard to change? You may be dealing with anxiety, burnout, or low mood that keeps returning, or noticing the same challenges show up in your relationships. You might have a sense of what you should be doing but feel unable to follow through. You’re looking not just for short-term relief, but to better understand yourself and make meaningful, lasting changes.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns you understand logically, but still find hard to change? You may be dealing with anxiety, burnout, or low mood that keeps returning, or noticing the same challenges show up in your relationships. You might have a sense of what you should be doing but feel unable to follow through. You’re looking not just for short-term relief, but to better understand yourself and make meaningful, lasting changes.
These cover learning disorders, giftedness, mental health disorders, developmental concerns and assessments for post-secondary education planning.
My approach builds upon the foundation of interpersonal psychotherapy drawing from several therapeutic modalities including attachment-focused therapies, relational psychodynamic therapy, family systems, and cognitive-behavioural therapy to meet the individual needs of the child, teen or family.
These cover learning disorders, giftedness, mental health disorders, developmental concerns and assessments for post-secondary education planning.
My approach builds upon the foundation of interpersonal psychotherapy drawing from several therapeutic modalities including attachment-focused therapies, relational psychodynamic therapy, family systems, and cognitive-behavioural therapy to meet the individual needs of the child, teen or family.
Licensed psychologist with expertise in mental health, learning difficulties, and behaviour. Laura Caird provides psychological assessments to children, youth and adults to evaluate for learning disabilities, ADHD, giftedness, developmental disabilities, autism, mental health challenges, and more. Her focus is helping students succeed academically, socially, behaviourally, and emotionally. For more information about psychological assessments, or for counselling services, please contact us at contact@awellmind.com.
Licensed psychologist with expertise in mental health, learning difficulties, and behaviour. Laura Caird provides psychological assessments to children, youth and adults to evaluate for learning disabilities, ADHD, giftedness, developmental disabilities, autism, mental health challenges, and more. Her focus is helping students succeed academically, socially, behaviourally, and emotionally. For more information about psychological assessments, or for counselling services, please contact us at contact@awellmind.com.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and Parenting Coach. I have educated and supported families for almost 30 years throughout Simcoe County. I am the owner of In Support Of Children Counselling where I provide individual and family counselling to children, teens, parents and families. I believe that knowledge is power and therefore my focus is to educate my clients by teaching them strategies and coping tools that will help them cope more effectively. I am also a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. My website is - insupportofchildren.com
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and Parenting Coach. I have educated and supported families for almost 30 years throughout Simcoe County. I am the owner of In Support Of Children Counselling where I provide individual and family counselling to children, teens, parents and families. I believe that knowledge is power and therefore my focus is to educate my clients by teaching them strategies and coping tools that will help them cope more effectively. I am also a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. My website is - insupportofchildren.com
I am dedicated to the emotional well being of youth, children and their families and to help them find the equilibrium that respects everyone's needs, temperament, developmental stage and aspirations. I use a wide range of approaches tailored to the child and family such as play therapy, art therapy, narrative and solution focused approaches, mindfulness, parent-child attachment and positive behavioural support strategies.
I am dedicated to the emotional well being of youth, children and their families and to help them find the equilibrium that respects everyone's needs, temperament, developmental stage and aspirations. I use a wide range of approaches tailored to the child and family such as play therapy, art therapy, narrative and solution focused approaches, mindfulness, parent-child attachment and positive behavioural support strategies.
Does your child need support navigating challenges like ADHD, behavioural concerns, hyperactivity, motivation, decision-making, focus, aggression, shyness, or other social-emotional issues? At Positive Kids, we understand how difficult it can be to see your child struggle. That’s why we’ve created a nurturing space to help children and teens develop critical life skills, in the following areas: self-control, self-awareness, social awareness, relationship skills and responsible decision-making. These children ultimately become independent, confident, inquisitive, enthusiastic, responsible and compassionate adults in later years.
Does your child need support navigating challenges like ADHD, behavioural concerns, hyperactivity, motivation, decision-making, focus, aggression, shyness, or other social-emotional issues? At Positive Kids, we understand how difficult it can be to see your child struggle. That’s why we’ve created a nurturing space to help children and teens develop critical life skills, in the following areas: self-control, self-awareness, social awareness, relationship skills and responsible decision-making. These children ultimately become independent, confident, inquisitive, enthusiastic, responsible and compassionate adults in later years.
Welcome to Psychability Child and Adolescent Psychological Services! We are a warm and welcoming private psychology practice that provides assessment, online therapy, in-person therapy and consultation services to Ontario students in grades 1 to 12.
Founded by Dr. Jared Berger, our goal is to improve children and adolescents’ mental health and well-being in Ontario.
Welcome to Psychability Child and Adolescent Psychological Services! We are a warm and welcoming private psychology practice that provides assessment, online therapy, in-person therapy and consultation services to Ontario students in grades 1 to 12.
Founded by Dr. Jared Berger, our goal is to improve children and adolescents’ mental health and well-being in Ontario.
We are a husband-and-wife team of experienced registered clinical psychologists who provide assessments and treatment for children and adolescents up to 18 years of age. We also offer family therapy. Our services are available in French and in English. We serve Bolton, Caledon, King City, Kleinburg, Nobleton, and Orangeville. Weeknight and Saturday appointments are available to meet your needs.
We are a husband-and-wife team of experienced registered clinical psychologists who provide assessments and treatment for children and adolescents up to 18 years of age. We also offer family therapy. Our services are available in French and in English. We serve Bolton, Caledon, King City, Kleinburg, Nobleton, and Orangeville. Weeknight and Saturday appointments are available to meet your needs.
Hi! I'm Dr. Karen Wilson, a Clinical Neuropsychologist at MindFit, with over 17 years of experience and am registered in Ontario and California. I specialize in providing comprehensive assessments to children, teens and adults and have significant expertise working with individuals with: ADHD, executive functioning challenges, giftedness, learning disabilities, anxiety, low mood, and more. I am also an Assistant Clinical Professor at UCLA, sought after speaker, and founder of ChildNEXUS.com (providing information about neurodevelopmental challenges to parents).
Hi! I'm Dr. Karen Wilson, a Clinical Neuropsychologist at MindFit, with over 17 years of experience and am registered in Ontario and California. I specialize in providing comprehensive assessments to children, teens and adults and have significant expertise working with individuals with: ADHD, executive functioning challenges, giftedness, learning disabilities, anxiety, low mood, and more. I am also an Assistant Clinical Professor at UCLA, sought after speaker, and founder of ChildNEXUS.com (providing information about neurodevelopmental challenges to parents).
I have over 35 years of experience practicing as a clinical and school psychologist, including holding management, teaching positions, as well as supervisory roles. My professional practice has over the years included: psychological intervention to address issues related to general mental health challenges (anxiety, depression, relationship issues, general emotion dysregulation etc.); trauma, as well as family dynamics. I provide Clinical Assessments as well as Psycho-Educational Diagnostic Assessments that help to clarify issues related to Learning Difficulties and other school related concerns.
I have over 35 years of experience practicing as a clinical and school psychologist, including holding management, teaching positions, as well as supervisory roles. My professional practice has over the years included: psychological intervention to address issues related to general mental health challenges (anxiety, depression, relationship issues, general emotion dysregulation etc.); trauma, as well as family dynamics. I provide Clinical Assessments as well as Psycho-Educational Diagnostic Assessments that help to clarify issues related to Learning Difficulties and other school related concerns.
We navigate a delicate balance of a myriad of dynamics as we face life's challenges. I use a mixed-methods approach to support the journey it takes to guide you and your child toward their own version of "there."
We navigate a delicate balance of a myriad of dynamics as we face life's challenges. I use a mixed-methods approach to support the journey it takes to guide you and your child toward their own version of "there."
Express it! Art Therapy/Psychotherapy/Supervision
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, DTATI, CTRP-C, RCAT
Newmarket, ON L3Y
I provide trauma-informed therapy for children, youth and adults, supporting clients impacted by trauma, chronic illness, stress, neurodivergence, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, focusing on safety and meaningful change by integrating EMDR, Art Therapy, and other evidence-based approaches (CBT, CPT, DBT, IFS). I offer neuro-affirming therapy that honours strengths, communication styles, and sensory needs, and I support parents of neurodivergent children with guidance and practical strategies.
I also provide clinical supervision for therapists with an emphasis on ethical practice, clinical issues and well being.
I provide trauma-informed therapy for children, youth and adults, supporting clients impacted by trauma, chronic illness, stress, neurodivergence, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, focusing on safety and meaningful change by integrating EMDR, Art Therapy, and other evidence-based approaches (CBT, CPT, DBT, IFS). I offer neuro-affirming therapy that honours strengths, communication styles, and sensory needs, and I support parents of neurodivergent children with guidance and practical strategies.
I also provide clinical supervision for therapists with an emphasis on ethical practice, clinical issues and well being.
Nearby Education and Learning Disabilities Counsellors Searches for East Gwillimbury
- Aurora
- Bradford
- Innisfil
- Keswick
- King City
- Maple
- Markham
- Newmarket
- Richmond Hill
- Stouffville
- Uxbridge
- Whitchurch-Stouffville
Education and Learning Disabilities Counsellors
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.