Elders (65+) Therapists in Elora, ON

Hope, not a word usually associated to counseling. However, many people seek and find it through counseling. I believe all of us want to feel more hopeful and happy in our lives. Welcome to Quality Counseling and Therapy. Seeking help takes courage so congratulations on your bravery. All relationships have ups and downs. Let us help you "ride the roller coaster" of the relationship. Relationships are worth the time and energy invested. Together we can help you recapture your sense of hope and joy whether you are a couple, family, adolescent or individual.

Mary Crome BA, MSW, RSW is a internationally registered (PSI) perinatal mental health counsellor. She takes a strengths based, trauma informed approach to support 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.

Hello, and welcome! If you find yourself visiting this space, and we never get a chance to meet, I just want to take what may be my only opportunity to encourage you in this part of your journey. You are contemplating change, and that requires courage. Take heart – courage does not mean the absence of fear.

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.

Do you feel like you are running on auto-pilot? Do you sometimes feel disconnected from your emotions? Or perhaps you feel surprised by the intensity of your emotional reactions at times. It’s easy to go through life reacting to stressors, without the awareness, language or understanding of what we are feeling or reacting to. Most of us haven't been taught in school or at home how to process through our emotions, yet understanding how and why we react as we do, can improve our relationship with ourselves and others.

Much like other relationships, experience of therapy is co-created by the client and the therapist. I see the job of the therapist as providing a safe environment where the client has the time and space to make sense of their life experiences and maintain a sense of self as worthy of acceptance, kindness, and care.

**Accepting new clients** Most couples expect to agree with their spouse far more than they actually do. The main complaints that bring couples to therapy are losing connection, high levels of conflict, major life changes and high levels of stress. Effective couples counseling and individual counselling will give you the tools you need to solve problems.

Life can be tough, especially if you are feeling stuck, alone, stressed, disconnected, burned out, or like something is missing. It takes a great deal of strength and commitment to work on the difficulties you are facing, you have taken an important step in making a change by looking for support. I offer couples, family, and individual adult and youth psychotherapy. I am here to provide support and guidance if you are experiencing relational strain, anxiety, self-criticism, lack of intimacy and connection, difficulties related to parenting or family dynamics, or if you would like to develop emotional insight and regulation skills.

Note: In-person services coming in May - I see therapy as a safe space to explore our inner worlds while developing an awareness of how the external world impacts us. I seek to support clients in accessing their internal wisdom and sense of self to become more attuned to their needs and live a life more aligned with their hopes and dreams. As a holistic therapist, I recognize the interconnected nature of the mind, body, and soul. My approach to holistic healing and transformation draws inspiration from conventional psychotherapy methods while integrating diverse holistic practices that foster well-being for the mind, body, and soul.

Did you wake up today and think to yourself, "something isn't right" or "I can't go on like this"? If you are struggling with your substance use and you're feeling like you are no longer in control, it might be time to consider change. Maybe you are tired of hiding your drinking as a way to cope with your mood. Maybe you have noticed that while getting high works in the moment to help manage your nerves, you are actually more anxious now than you have ever been. Change is scary, but may be necessary for you to reach your full potential.

Do you worry about what you ‘should’ be doing or feeling? Juggling work and personal commitments can lead you to feel like there’s never enough time to get everything done. Worrying about the future, or looking back on what you could have done better in the past, can feel overwhelming. This cycle of feeling like you’re not living up to your own expectations, or those of other people, can make you feel unsettled, off-balance and like you’re not fully present in your own life.

If you're feeling anxious, afraid or overwhelmed, you're not alone. These are some of the most common uncomfortable feelings people experience today. As a result, you may feel like you've lost your motivation or find yourself making excuses to avoid social situations. Perhaps you're experiencing conflict in your relationships or your negative self-talk is preventing you from moving forward. Perhaps you're one of many exhausted caregivers needing support. Regardless of your situation, learning to cope with difficult emotions can be hard. You need some relief but don't know where to start. I can help.