Female Therapists in Elmira, ON
Carla is Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with over a decade of experience helping individuals, couples and families facing a variety of mental health and life challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship and marriage challenges, grief/loss, emotional regulation, and self-esteem/self-worth. She specializes in perinatal mental health and perinatal loss. Her therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS), a transformative model that views the mind as composed of distinct “parts.”
Carla is Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with over a decade of experience helping individuals, couples and families facing a variety of mental health and life challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship and marriage challenges, grief/loss, emotional regulation, and self-esteem/self-worth. She specializes in perinatal mental health and perinatal loss. Her therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS), a transformative model that views the mind as composed of distinct “parts.”
Are you considering an assessment but don’t know if one would be beneficial to you? Or maybe you or your child were just assessed and you’re wondering what to do next? With over 15 years experience working with kids and families, I want to help you figure out the next steps. Best of all, we have FOUR different offices located across Central and Southern Ontario so we can work efficiently, maximizing your time, which means there is NO Wait List.
Are you considering an assessment but don’t know if one would be beneficial to you? Or maybe you or your child were just assessed and you’re wondering what to do next? With over 15 years experience working with kids and families, I want to help you figure out the next steps. Best of all, we have FOUR different offices located across Central and Southern Ontario so we can work efficiently, maximizing your time, which means there is NO Wait List.
Life can be hard and we all need companions on our journey. We are not meant to experience the tough parts of life alone. At various stages of our journey, we might need professional help and I would love to connect with you when you are looking for support. I have experience providing support for the following concerns: Relationship/Family Concerns, Life Transitions, Stress, Anxiety, Disordered Eating/ Eating Disorders, Trauma, Childhood Experiences, Depression, Overwhelming Emotions, Grief and Loss, and Spiritually Integrated Therapy.
Life can be hard and we all need companions on our journey. We are not meant to experience the tough parts of life alone. At various stages of our journey, we might need professional help and I would love to connect with you when you are looking for support. I have experience providing support for the following concerns: Relationship/Family Concerns, Life Transitions, Stress, Anxiety, Disordered Eating/ Eating Disorders, Trauma, Childhood Experiences, Depression, Overwhelming Emotions, Grief and Loss, and Spiritually Integrated Therapy.
I became a Social Worker because of this intrinsic desire to walk alongside people through their pain and into their growth. As I’ve continued my own growth, both personally and professionally, I have developed a deep passion for working with folks across the lifespan, from ages 8 to 90, as they work towards healing and peace. I have worked with folks with various neurotypes, substance use and addiction, those experiencing housing insecurity and poverty, intimate partner violence/domestic violence, trauma and attachment challenges, self-esteem, emotion regulation, self-harm, suicidal ideation/suicidality, Dementia, and TBI/ABIs.
I became a Social Worker because of this intrinsic desire to walk alongside people through their pain and into their growth. As I’ve continued my own growth, both personally and professionally, I have developed a deep passion for working with folks across the lifespan, from ages 8 to 90, as they work towards healing and peace. I have worked with folks with various neurotypes, substance use and addiction, those experiencing housing insecurity and poverty, intimate partner violence/domestic violence, trauma and attachment challenges, self-esteem, emotion regulation, self-harm, suicidal ideation/suicidality, Dementia, and TBI/ABIs.
Specializes Children Student Youth Teen Parenting
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you struggle with supporting your child through anxiety, depression, outbursts of anger, tantrums, or emotional dysregulation that affect your day-to-day life, relationships, or their ability to function? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or frustrated by the constant challenges and worry? Do you wonder if your family life could be calmer and happier? Now more than ever, parents feel overwhelmed about their children's emotional well-being.
Do you struggle with supporting your child through anxiety, depression, outbursts of anger, tantrums, or emotional dysregulation that affect your day-to-day life, relationships, or their ability to function? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or frustrated by the constant challenges and worry? Do you wonder if your family life could be calmer and happier? Now more than ever, parents feel overwhelmed about their children's emotional well-being.
Society tells us becoming a parent should to be natural, joyful, and will happen within our desired timeline. For some there is truth to this, but many parents are left disoriented with the gap between their expectations and reality. We are urged to pour into our children, give them all of our attention, but also find time for ourselves and our relationship. The challenges of this stage of life can leave parents feeling lonely, overwhelmed and with a sense of personal failure. You might wonder who you even are anymore and if things will ever change - If you are struggling, you are not alone, and it doesn’t have to stay this way.
Society tells us becoming a parent should to be natural, joyful, and will happen within our desired timeline. For some there is truth to this, but many parents are left disoriented with the gap between their expectations and reality. We are urged to pour into our children, give them all of our attention, but also find time for ourselves and our relationship. The challenges of this stage of life can leave parents feeling lonely, overwhelmed and with a sense of personal failure. You might wonder who you even are anymore and if things will ever change - If you are struggling, you are not alone, and it doesn’t have to stay this way.
Life can be a lot sometimes, can’t it? You might look around and wonder, "How did I get here?" or feel like the way you've been navigating your world just doesn’t fit anymore. Reactions and emotions might feel out of control, like you're stuck in cycles you don’t quite know how to break. Maybe your body is sending you signals—tension, stress, or discomfort—that something's off. Or, you’re facing changes and challenges that feel overwhelming, and it’s just exhausting. Wouldn’t it be nice to allow a little space for ease?
Life can be a lot sometimes, can’t it? You might look around and wonder, "How did I get here?" or feel like the way you've been navigating your world just doesn’t fit anymore. Reactions and emotions might feel out of control, like you're stuck in cycles you don’t quite know how to break. Maybe your body is sending you signals—tension, stress, or discomfort—that something's off. Or, you’re facing changes and challenges that feel overwhelming, and it’s just exhausting. Wouldn’t it be nice to allow a little space for ease?
Accepting NEW clients! I offer therapy to children, youth & adults of diverse backgrounds to provide support with a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, self-esteem issues, emotional dysregulation, executive functioning, chronic illness, identity exploration, end of life care & more. I’m passionate about helping clients overcome life stressors/ challenges, strengthen existing coping strategies & learn new practical skills to make sustainable change. I strive to provide an open, non- judgmental space for clients to explore and work through their treatment goals while ensuring safety & comfort.
Accepting NEW clients! I offer therapy to children, youth & adults of diverse backgrounds to provide support with a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, self-esteem issues, emotional dysregulation, executive functioning, chronic illness, identity exploration, end of life care & more. I’m passionate about helping clients overcome life stressors/ challenges, strengthen existing coping strategies & learn new practical skills to make sustainable change. I strive to provide an open, non- judgmental space for clients to explore and work through their treatment goals while ensuring safety & comfort.
You deserve to feel supported & to be heard! Whether you are coming to therapy in a moment of crisis, years of stress and pain, or just needing another person to share your more guarded thoughts with- therapy is for you. Whether it's anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, or anything in between, it's all welcome in my office. Let's talk about it together
You deserve to feel supported & to be heard! Whether you are coming to therapy in a moment of crisis, years of stress and pain, or just needing another person to share your more guarded thoughts with- therapy is for you. Whether it's anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, or anything in between, it's all welcome in my office. Let's talk about it together
Accepting New Clients in person and virtually. Do you feel disheartened by your current circumstances? Maybe you’ve lost that spark of enthusiasm for your career, or stress from work is spilling into relationships with family and friends. From a lack of motivation to complete burnout, the stress of balancing work and personal life can feel overwhelming. You know you have more to offer the world but don’t know where to start. The courage and direction you need is within you, and I can help you explore the small shifts, or big changes, you can make to rediscover your purpose and move forward with confidence.
Accepting New Clients in person and virtually. Do you feel disheartened by your current circumstances? Maybe you’ve lost that spark of enthusiasm for your career, or stress from work is spilling into relationships with family and friends. From a lack of motivation to complete burnout, the stress of balancing work and personal life can feel overwhelming. You know you have more to offer the world but don’t know where to start. The courage and direction you need is within you, and I can help you explore the small shifts, or big changes, you can make to rediscover your purpose and move forward with confidence.
Mary Crome BA, MSW, RSW is versatile and experienced individual and couples therapist who is also a internationally registered (PSI) perinatal mental health counsellor. She takes a strengths based, trauma informed approach to support individuals and/or couples navigate life's challenges. Mary's primary area of focus in Elora is those working to conceive, those who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss, post partem depression, post partem anxiety, new parents and couples navigating the transition into the next phase. Mary is also well equipped to support teens, couples, and individuals work through a variety of transitions.
Mary Crome BA, MSW, RSW is versatile and experienced individual and couples therapist who is also a internationally registered (PSI) perinatal mental health counsellor. She takes a strengths based, trauma informed approach to support individuals and/or couples navigate life's challenges. Mary's primary area of focus in Elora is those working to conceive, those who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss, post partem depression, post partem anxiety, new parents and couples navigating the transition into the next phase. Mary is also well equipped to support teens, couples, and individuals work through a variety of transitions.
Are things piling up and feeling like too much? Have you been wondering where to turn with your anxious and overwhelming thoughts? Do you need a safe space to be understood and find language for your experience? All of our stories include some level of hurt or wounding. I believe your healing is possible and it is an honour to hold this space for you. Together we will find a path for you to move towards a preferred view of yourself with life choices in line with your values. I believe in the strength you possess within and will empower you to move toward freedom and peace.
Are things piling up and feeling like too much? Have you been wondering where to turn with your anxious and overwhelming thoughts? Do you need a safe space to be understood and find language for your experience? All of our stories include some level of hurt or wounding. I believe your healing is possible and it is an honour to hold this space for you. Together we will find a path for you to move towards a preferred view of yourself with life choices in line with your values. I believe in the strength you possess within and will empower you to move toward freedom and peace.
I personally know how it feels to be overwhelmed by the demands of school, work, everyday responsibilities and personal relationships. When challenged by the symptoms of AD(H)D, anxiety or depression everyone can become burdened by life's distractions, unable to prioritize and find the time to nurture relationships, pursue personal interests, meet desired goals and find peace and happiness in our day. To facilitate the changes you would like to see, I will create a safe place to process relationship issues, symptoms related to AD(H)D, trauma, depression, anxiety that have impacted your quality of life.
I personally know how it feels to be overwhelmed by the demands of school, work, everyday responsibilities and personal relationships. When challenged by the symptoms of AD(H)D, anxiety or depression everyone can become burdened by life's distractions, unable to prioritize and find the time to nurture relationships, pursue personal interests, meet desired goals and find peace and happiness in our day. To facilitate the changes you would like to see, I will create a safe place to process relationship issues, symptoms related to AD(H)D, trauma, depression, anxiety that have impacted your quality of life.
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Hello, I’m Milica Malinovic, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in Waterloo, ON. I’m here to support you in overcoming challenges and building a path toward healing. With an Honours Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach. I integrate a variety of therapeutic methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and mindfulness techniques, tailoring them to meet your unique needs.
Hello, I’m Milica Malinovic, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in Waterloo, ON. I’m here to support you in overcoming challenges and building a path toward healing. With an Honours Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach. I integrate a variety of therapeutic methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and mindfulness techniques, tailoring them to meet your unique needs.
Do you find yourself dreading your job? Are you carrying heavy feelings such as stress or worry? Do you wake up feeling hopeless? These experiences can impact not only your mental health but also your sense of identity and purpose. Whether you're grappling with work burnout, struggling with life transitions, or navigating the emotional and physical aftermath of a motor vehicle accident, I’m here to help. Together, we’ll explore what’s weighing you down and create a roadmap toward healing and growth.
Do you find yourself dreading your job? Are you carrying heavy feelings such as stress or worry? Do you wake up feeling hopeless? These experiences can impact not only your mental health but also your sense of identity and purpose. Whether you're grappling with work burnout, struggling with life transitions, or navigating the emotional and physical aftermath of a motor vehicle accident, I’m here to help. Together, we’ll explore what’s weighing you down and create a roadmap toward healing and growth.
There’s a part of you that already knows how to heal. My job is to help you access it.
You may have tried to think your way out of the pain—overriding your struggle, minimizing your emotions, staying two steps ahead of vulnerability. But at some point, every strategy designed to keep you safe becomes the very thing that keeps you stuck.
I work with people who are wired for change, purpose, and impact, yet held back by patterns that no longer reflect who they’re becoming. You may be seeking emotional relief, confidence to walk your authentic path, or something even deeper: the freedom to live in alignment with your truest self.
There’s a part of you that already knows how to heal. My job is to help you access it.
You may have tried to think your way out of the pain—overriding your struggle, minimizing your emotions, staying two steps ahead of vulnerability. But at some point, every strategy designed to keep you safe becomes the very thing that keeps you stuck.
I work with people who are wired for change, purpose, and impact, yet held back by patterns that no longer reflect who they’re becoming. You may be seeking emotional relief, confidence to walk your authentic path, or something even deeper: the freedom to live in alignment with your truest self.
As a registered social worker and trauma-informed therapist with 20 plus years of experience, I integrate CBT, EMDR, and attachment-based approaches to support clients in healing from trauma, building resilience, and developing healthier relationships with themselves and others. I believe that meaningful change happens in the context of a safe, attuned therapeutic relationship. My work is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and curiosity, always tailored to each person’s unique needs and pacing.
As a registered social worker and trauma-informed therapist with 20 plus years of experience, I integrate CBT, EMDR, and attachment-based approaches to support clients in healing from trauma, building resilience, and developing healthier relationships with themselves and others. I believe that meaningful change happens in the context of a safe, attuned therapeutic relationship. My work is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and curiosity, always tailored to each person’s unique needs and pacing.
Sometimes everything can feel like too much. How do we carry everything that’s happened to us and keep going? How do we process who we were and what we’ve experienced at the same time that we’re trying to grow towards the future? I will help you hold it all as we work through things. My approach is guided by you: the client. Together we will co-create a space that feels safe and expansive, for you to explore at your own pace. Like many people, I live at the intersection of many identities—what are you coming in with? What can we explore together? Therapy offers a space to figure out where you're going and how you want to get there.
Sometimes everything can feel like too much. How do we carry everything that’s happened to us and keep going? How do we process who we were and what we’ve experienced at the same time that we’re trying to grow towards the future? I will help you hold it all as we work through things. My approach is guided by you: the client. Together we will co-create a space that feels safe and expansive, for you to explore at your own pace. Like many people, I live at the intersection of many identities—what are you coming in with? What can we explore together? Therapy offers a space to figure out where you're going and how you want to get there.
Mental health can be restored successfully by leaning about youself and strategies to improve your mood. I am Kathy Manuschevich, a Registered Social Worker with years of experience supporting clients experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Here at Healing and Resilence Psychotherapy, you will increase your self awareness, will be able to detect triggers, redirect negative thoughts, and become knowledgeable on how you can challenge and change behaviours replacing them with functional ones by learning a series of techniques, working on attainable personal goals, and relaxation and grounding techniques.
Mental health can be restored successfully by leaning about youself and strategies to improve your mood. I am Kathy Manuschevich, a Registered Social Worker with years of experience supporting clients experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Here at Healing and Resilence Psychotherapy, you will increase your self awareness, will be able to detect triggers, redirect negative thoughts, and become knowledgeable on how you can challenge and change behaviours replacing them with functional ones by learning a series of techniques, working on attainable personal goals, and relaxation and grounding techniques.
I work with clients in tough times to make changes that bring more enjoyment and fulfillment to their lives. Life can be challenging at times, with ups and downs that make it hard to cope and move past the things that keep us stuck. My clients have met tough times, mental health issues and life stresses that can bring on anxiety, depression, overwhelm and trouble managing. In therapy we focus on bringing client strengths forward while gaining insight into difficult situations and learning strategies to improve coping and move past these challenges.
I work with clients in tough times to make changes that bring more enjoyment and fulfillment to their lives. Life can be challenging at times, with ups and downs that make it hard to cope and move past the things that keep us stuck. My clients have met tough times, mental health issues and life stresses that can bring on anxiety, depression, overwhelm and trouble managing. In therapy we focus on bringing client strengths forward while gaining insight into difficult situations and learning strategies to improve coping and move past these challenges.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.