Therapists for Adults in Fergus, ON
Change, whether chosen or imposed, can be one of the most challenging of life's gifts. Working as a Therapist in the addiction and mental health field for more than 25 years has allowed me the privilege of working with individuals who, like me, face some difficulties that are seemingly too complex to work out on their own. Finding the right person to explore such sensitive and personal issues is no easy feat which is why providing an authentic and judgement-free space is at the heart of my therapy practice. I am currently holding a waitlist for in-person sessions but am accepting new clients for online therapy!
Change, whether chosen or imposed, can be one of the most challenging of life's gifts. Working as a Therapist in the addiction and mental health field for more than 25 years has allowed me the privilege of working with individuals who, like me, face some difficulties that are seemingly too complex to work out on their own. Finding the right person to explore such sensitive and personal issues is no easy feat which is why providing an authentic and judgement-free space is at the heart of my therapy practice. I am currently holding a waitlist for in-person sessions but am accepting new clients for online therapy!
I specialize in helping people recover from trauma, depression and anxiety. I have worked in mental health since 2003 and love supporting people on their journey.
I specialize in helping people recover from trauma, depression and anxiety. I have worked in mental health since 2003 and love supporting people on their journey.
I have almost 20 years of experience providing behaviour support to children, adolescents, adults, and those who love them, within the school system, in the family home, and within care facilities.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with two decades of experience working with children, youth, and their families. My background in neuroscience and behavioural psychology allow me to incorporate a multifaceted approach to enhancing the lives of my clients and their families. My approach is a trauma-informed, non-judgmental, neurodiversity-affirming approach, with an emphasis on creating trust, safety, and a strong alliance in the therapeutic relationship. I hope to support you on your therapeutic journey.
I have almost 20 years of experience providing behaviour support to children, adolescents, adults, and those who love them, within the school system, in the family home, and within care facilities.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with two decades of experience working with children, youth, and their families. My background in neuroscience and behavioural psychology allow me to incorporate a multifaceted approach to enhancing the lives of my clients and their families. My approach is a trauma-informed, non-judgmental, neurodiversity-affirming approach, with an emphasis on creating trust, safety, and a strong alliance in the therapeutic relationship. I hope to support you on your therapeutic journey.
My approach to therapy is warm, real, and grounded in genuine curiosity about your inner world. I’m not the overly clinical, nod-and-smile therapist. I believe healing happens through honest, human conversations. Sometimes that means we might drop a few F-bombs, and that’s okay. Life is messy, and pretending it’s not doesn’t help anyone grow. I create a space where you don’t have to filter yourself or perform. You get to show up exactly as you are, frustrated, exhausted, angry, unsure and we start there.
My approach to therapy is warm, real, and grounded in genuine curiosity about your inner world. I’m not the overly clinical, nod-and-smile therapist. I believe healing happens through honest, human conversations. Sometimes that means we might drop a few F-bombs, and that’s okay. Life is messy, and pretending it’s not doesn’t help anyone grow. I create a space where you don’t have to filter yourself or perform. You get to show up exactly as you are, frustrated, exhausted, angry, unsure and we start there.
Reaching out for support takes courage. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, identity exploration, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to face it alone.
As a queer, relational and trauma-centred therapist, my goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. Together, we’ll explore your story at a pace that feels right for you, uncover patterns that no longer serve you, and work toward greater clarity, resilience, and self-compassion. I offer an affirming, inclusive space where all parts of you are welcome.
Reaching out for support takes courage. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, identity exploration, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to face it alone.
As a queer, relational and trauma-centred therapist, my goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. Together, we’ll explore your story at a pace that feels right for you, uncover patterns that no longer serve you, and work toward greater clarity, resilience, and self-compassion. I offer an affirming, inclusive space where all parts of you are welcome.
I am a Registered Social Worker with over 25 years of experience; providing counselling and treatment to youth, adults, couples, and families.
I have extensive experience and training in working with clients living with complex mental health and trauma, medical concerns, family struggles and relationship difficulties.
I am a Registered Social Worker with over 25 years of experience; providing counselling and treatment to youth, adults, couples, and families.
I have extensive experience and training in working with clients living with complex mental health and trauma, medical concerns, family struggles and relationship difficulties.
Wellington County Therapy| Anxiety/teens/couples
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
1 Endorsed
Fergus, ON N1M
I work with adults in their 20s and 30s who feel anxious, stuck, and overwhelmed by life and career choices.
The world is on fire, social media says you’re behind, and every decision feels high-stakes. Rent? Wild... Job security? Questionable... Anxiety? Through the roof! You’re trying to build a career, afford a life, and keep it together while your brain spirals nonstop. You overthink every move, compare yourself constantly, and feel behind even though you’re doing what you’re ‘supposed’ to be doing. You second guess yourself constantly and the future feels overwhelming instead of exciting.
I work with adults in their 20s and 30s who feel anxious, stuck, and overwhelmed by life and career choices.
The world is on fire, social media says you’re behind, and every decision feels high-stakes. Rent? Wild... Job security? Questionable... Anxiety? Through the roof! You’re trying to build a career, afford a life, and keep it together while your brain spirals nonstop. You overthink every move, compare yourself constantly, and feel behind even though you’re doing what you’re ‘supposed’ to be doing. You second guess yourself constantly and the future feels overwhelming instead of exciting.
Does it feel like you're never seen? Maybe drowning in the current political and capitalistic state of the country? I feel that! Hold on to that rage, you're going to need it to fight oppression. I am a white nonbinary and pansexual therapist who values empowering the unheard and misunderstood. I do this by using self-disclosure, humor, and clinical transparency - no "smoke and mirrors" here. I specialize in supporting nonconforming people, including queers, neurodivergent people, BIPOC, sex workers, people with diverse bodies/abilities, those who are traumatized or have DID, kinksters, and those who support them!
Does it feel like you're never seen? Maybe drowning in the current political and capitalistic state of the country? I feel that! Hold on to that rage, you're going to need it to fight oppression. I am a white nonbinary and pansexual therapist who values empowering the unheard and misunderstood. I do this by using self-disclosure, humor, and clinical transparency - no "smoke and mirrors" here. I specialize in supporting nonconforming people, including queers, neurodivergent people, BIPOC, sex workers, people with diverse bodies/abilities, those who are traumatized or have DID, kinksters, and those who support them!
Michelle Goldsworthy
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Fergus, ON N1M
Waitlist for new clients
Life throws us a lot of challenges. These challenges can impact our thoughts, feelings, beliefs, behaviours, our interactions with others, and our relationship with ourselves – they can result in experiences of depression, anxiety, loss and grief, low self-esteem and confidence, anger, and high levels of stress. These experiences can lead to feeling disconnected from ourselves, as well as to the people and things that used to bring us joy and a sense of wellness.
Life throws us a lot of challenges. These challenges can impact our thoughts, feelings, beliefs, behaviours, our interactions with others, and our relationship with ourselves – they can result in experiences of depression, anxiety, loss and grief, low self-esteem and confidence, anger, and high levels of stress. These experiences can lead to feeling disconnected from ourselves, as well as to the people and things that used to bring us joy and a sense of wellness.
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.
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 use a collaborative therapeutic approach to help support adults who are experiencing challenges in their lives and relationships.
I am experienced in the areas of trauma, PTSD, mood and anxiety disorders, shame, stress, and life transitions, as well as other mental health and relationship issues. I use a holistic approach and look forward to helping clients achieve good health outcomes and a better quality of life.
I use a collaborative therapeutic approach to help support adults who are experiencing challenges in their lives and relationships.
I am experienced in the areas of trauma, PTSD, mood and anxiety disorders, shame, stress, and life transitions, as well as other mental health and relationship issues. I use a holistic approach and look forward to helping clients achieve good health outcomes and a better quality of life.
I work with adults (18+) who are seeking deeper self-understanding, whether through healing from past relationships, navigating attachment wounds, or learning more about themselves through an ADHD diagnosis.
My approach is collaborative and grounded in the belief that you are the expert of your own life. Together, we’ll explore how your past experiences have shaped your relationships and sense of self, and uncover the strengths that have helped you survive and adapt along the way.
I work with adults (18+) who are seeking deeper self-understanding, whether through healing from past relationships, navigating attachment wounds, or learning more about themselves through an ADHD diagnosis.
My approach is collaborative and grounded in the belief that you are the expert of your own life. Together, we’ll explore how your past experiences have shaped your relationships and sense of self, and uncover the strengths that have helped you survive and adapt along the way.
Big life changes—like welcoming a baby, facing a health challenge, or finding your footing in a new season—can really shake your sense of self. Maybe you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or not quite like yourself. You might be trying to keep it together while quietly wondering if you’re the only one struggling. I get how heavy that can feel. You’re doing your best, but it’s hard to hold it all. If you’re looking for a place to breathe, feel understood, and start finding your way back to steadier ground, you’ve come to the right place
Big life changes—like welcoming a baby, facing a health challenge, or finding your footing in a new season—can really shake your sense of self. Maybe you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or not quite like yourself. You might be trying to keep it together while quietly wondering if you’re the only one struggling. I get how heavy that can feel. You’re doing your best, but it’s hard to hold it all. If you’re looking for a place to breathe, feel understood, and start finding your way back to steadier ground, you’ve come to the right place
Hello and thank you for taking time to learn more about me and my style as a psychotherapist.
My goal is to offer professional guidance and non-judgemental support to those navigating through challenging life experiences and hardships. As each person and their circumstances are unique, I aim to use an eclectic approach, where I use a variety of counselling modalities so that treatment is tailored to your needs and meet the goals you set on your healing journey. At present time, I am available for individual or family sessions.
Hello and thank you for taking time to learn more about me and my style as a psychotherapist.
My goal is to offer professional guidance and non-judgemental support to those navigating through challenging life experiences and hardships. As each person and their circumstances are unique, I aim to use an eclectic approach, where I use a variety of counselling modalities so that treatment is tailored to your needs and meet the goals you set on your healing journey. At present time, I am available for individual or family sessions.
I strive to create a space which offers a chance for genuine care and connection, creating a base for healing and growth. Together we can explore how to ride waves of emotions that feel hard to manage, set boundaries that support the authentic you, and find ways to help you feel greater connection and balance day-to-day. Using warmth, curiosity, compassion, and a little bit of humour let's explore your journey of growth and wellness looking to create stronger relationships, and build a stronger sense of who you are. Together, let's create space to pause, breath, and reconnect with what you truly need.
I strive to create a space which offers a chance for genuine care and connection, creating a base for healing and growth. Together we can explore how to ride waves of emotions that feel hard to manage, set boundaries that support the authentic you, and find ways to help you feel greater connection and balance day-to-day. Using warmth, curiosity, compassion, and a little bit of humour let's explore your journey of growth and wellness looking to create stronger relationships, and build a stronger sense of who you are. Together, let's create space to pause, breath, and reconnect with what you truly need.
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.
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.
My associate Molly works with young adults navigating identity and life transitions.
We specialize in sex therapy, couples counseling, and individual work addressing trauma, anxiety, and relationship patterns. We create a safe space for honest conversations about desire, intimacy, and connection. My associate Molly supports young adults through identity and life transitions. Our approach is direct, compassionate, and focused on real change.
My associate Molly works with young adults navigating identity and life transitions.
We specialize in sex therapy, couples counseling, and individual work addressing trauma, anxiety, and relationship patterns. We create a safe space for honest conversations about desire, intimacy, and connection. My associate Molly supports young adults through identity and life transitions. Our approach is direct, compassionate, and focused on real change.
It’s challenging to figure out who to choose when you need to talk to somebody. Where is the therapist of the “bad break up”? Or, relationship breakdown, even if it is with yourself. You want to talk with someone who’s training and experience reflects your struggle, of course. I have worked in psychiatry, both in hospital and community crisis work, (military, police, therapists, teachers) victims of infidelity, domestic and sexual abuse. If you are ready, take heart, change can happen. Gift therapy time to yourself or a loved one. It's free to meet me.
It’s challenging to figure out who to choose when you need to talk to somebody. Where is the therapist of the “bad break up”? Or, relationship breakdown, even if it is with yourself. You want to talk with someone who’s training and experience reflects your struggle, of course. I have worked in psychiatry, both in hospital and community crisis work, (military, police, therapists, teachers) victims of infidelity, domestic and sexual abuse. If you are ready, take heart, change can happen. Gift therapy time to yourself or a loved one. It's free to meet me.
We offer counselling for adults, children, adolescents, families and couples.
We are proud to offer counselling in or close to many Ontario communities, in 35 languages, and with no waiting list. We also have a secure and confidential online counselling service, which may provide access to counselling fgor those without psychological services in their home communities.
We offer counselling for adults, children, adolescents, families and couples.
We are proud to offer counselling in or close to many Ontario communities, in 35 languages, and with no waiting list. We also have a secure and confidential online counselling service, which may provide access to counselling fgor those without psychological services in their home communities.
I provide a full range of comprehensive services for: Adults, Adolescents, Children, and Families.
Dr. Kim provides Evidence-Based Therapy and Comprehensive Psychological Assessments for: Children, Adolescents, Adults, Family, and Parent Counselling. Dr. Kim also conducts Comprehensive Psychological Assessments for: Children, Adolescents, and Adults.
I provide a full range of comprehensive services for: Adults, Adolescents, Children, and Families.
Dr. Kim provides Evidence-Based Therapy and Comprehensive Psychological Assessments for: Children, Adolescents, Adults, Family, and Parent Counselling. Dr. Kim also conducts Comprehensive Psychological Assessments for: Children, Adolescents, and Adults.
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FAQ - About Adult Counselling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioural therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists in Canada hold various licenses depending on their training and provincial requirements. Common therapy credentials include Registered Social Workers (RSW), Registered Psychotherapists, and Certified Canadian Counsellors (CCC). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.