Elders (65+) Therapists in Fergus, ON
I work with people who are tired of collecting intellectual insight without real change — those longing for deeper, lasting inner work rooted in depth psychology and authentic spirituality. As a long-standing Registered Psychotherapist and lifelong spiritual seeker, I guide clients through a calm, reflective process that invites slowing down and honest introspection. Together, we get to know your inner world, so you can begin to trust yourself — and even like who you are. From that place, real healing becomes possible as you learn to rely on yourself to grow and change.
I work with people who are tired of collecting intellectual insight without real change — those longing for deeper, lasting inner work rooted in depth psychology and authentic spirituality. As a long-standing Registered Psychotherapist and lifelong spiritual seeker, I guide clients through a calm, reflective process that invites slowing down and honest introspection. Together, we get to know your inner world, so you can begin to trust yourself — and even like who you are. From that place, real healing becomes possible as you learn to rely on yourself to grow and change.
Laura May-Stress, Grief, Anxiety, Couples &
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MA
2 Endorsed
Fergus, ON N1M
25+ Years Helping People Heal, Grow, and Reconnect
Feeling stressed, anxious, grieving, or stuck in your relationship? You're not alone—and things can get better. With over 25 years of experience, I help individuals and couples feel calmer, stronger, and more connected. Together, we’ll reduce stress and anxiety, heal emotional pain, improve communication, and bring more confidence, peace, and joy into your life. My approach blends mindfulness, energy psychology, and positive psychology, all tailored to your unique needs. Let's start creating real lasting change.
25+ Years Helping People Heal, Grow, and Reconnect
Feeling stressed, anxious, grieving, or stuck in your relationship? You're not alone—and things can get better. With over 25 years of experience, I help individuals and couples feel calmer, stronger, and more connected. Together, we’ll reduce stress and anxiety, heal emotional pain, improve communication, and bring more confidence, peace, and joy into your life. My approach blends mindfulness, energy psychology, and positive psychology, all tailored to your unique needs. Let's start creating real lasting change.
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.
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.
Every single person, no matter their challenges or situation, has intrinsic value and worth. This is why I believe it is vital to work from a strengths-based stance, and why I spend the time to assess everyone's individual talents, skills, and unique strengths. I believe diversity is beautiful, and that part of my role is to collaborate with your personal knowledges. I utilize an anti-oppressive lens to better understand how systems and power structures impact your life, and work to help you navigate this world. Everyone is deserving of supportive, safe health care.
Every single person, no matter their challenges or situation, has intrinsic value and worth. This is why I believe it is vital to work from a strengths-based stance, and why I spend the time to assess everyone's individual talents, skills, and unique strengths. I believe diversity is beautiful, and that part of my role is to collaborate with your personal knowledges. I utilize an anti-oppressive lens to better understand how systems and power structures impact your life, and work to help you navigate this world. Everyone is deserving of supportive, safe health care.
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.
I am passionate about working with clients who are looking to understand themselves better and wanting to understand how trauma, pain and certain narratives have impacted their sense of self, identity, authenticity, sexuality, pleasure, etc. My goal is to empower my clients through guided self-exploration, psychoeducation and support as I help them face the pain that may be interfering with who they are at their core and how they want to show up in their daily lives.
I am passionate about working with clients who are looking to understand themselves better and wanting to understand how trauma, pain and certain narratives have impacted their sense of self, identity, authenticity, sexuality, pleasure, etc. My goal is to empower my clients through guided self-exploration, psychoeducation and support as I help them face the pain that may be interfering with who they are at their core and how they want to show up in their daily lives.
Hello, thank you for reading my profile. My passion is to help you feel more fulfilled, empowered and present. Life is hard (and beautiful), trauma is real, and we live in a system of inequality that benefits only a small percentage of people. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to feel how you feel and better understand your thoughts, experiences and relationships. I believe we each possess unique inner strengths and resources to get out of our heads and into the moment. My personal, ongoing experience with grief allows me to meet you 'where you are', at your own pace as we co-develop strategies that work for you.
Hello, thank you for reading my profile. My passion is to help you feel more fulfilled, empowered and present. Life is hard (and beautiful), trauma is real, and we live in a system of inequality that benefits only a small percentage of people. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to feel how you feel and better understand your thoughts, experiences and relationships. I believe we each possess unique inner strengths and resources to get out of our heads and into the moment. My personal, ongoing experience with grief allows me to meet you 'where you are', at your own pace as we co-develop strategies that work for you.
I recognize that life is complex, and so are the issues we live with. Whether it be a significant change, like losing a loved one, or tension within a meaningful relationship, it can feel overwhelming and hopeless trying to find our way through these challenges. I believe that we have the solutions to solve our problems within us and, at times, this requires us to reach out for support to uncover the answers to overcome these problems. From there, we seek to understand how we can learn from these hard times to strengthen ourselves and our relationships and find meaning from our experiences.
I recognize that life is complex, and so are the issues we live with. Whether it be a significant change, like losing a loved one, or tension within a meaningful relationship, it can feel overwhelming and hopeless trying to find our way through these challenges. I believe that we have the solutions to solve our problems within us and, at times, this requires us to reach out for support to uncover the answers to overcome these problems. From there, we seek to understand how we can learn from these hard times to strengthen ourselves and our relationships and find meaning from our experiences.
Whether you need a safe place to process experiences, deepen self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, or facilitate effective communication to optimize relationships, I trust in your ability to succeed after having witnessed, time-and-time again, the tremendous progress people make when they are motivated for change.
Having worked in the field of mental health since 1992, I feel greatly honoured by having witnessed so many people overcoming their challenges with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationships, trauma, grief, losses, and physical health issues.
Whether you need a safe place to process experiences, deepen self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, or facilitate effective communication to optimize relationships, I trust in your ability to succeed after having witnessed, time-and-time again, the tremendous progress people make when they are motivated for change.
Having worked in the field of mental health since 1992, I feel greatly honoured by having witnessed so many people overcoming their challenges with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationships, trauma, grief, losses, and physical health issues.
Maggie Pettit | First Responders | ADHD
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I enjoy working with teens, adults and older adults.
As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with over 13 years of experience in law enforcement, I understand firsthand what it takes to walk the walk. I’ve been on the front lines — the shift work, the critical calls, the pressure to perform, and the toll it can take on your mind, body, and relationships. Now, I’m here to help first responders take care of themselves the way they take care of everyone else.
My approach is down-to-earth, practical, and built on mutual respect. You won’t need to explain what the job is like — I speak the language and know the culture.
I enjoy working with teens, adults and older adults.
As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with over 13 years of experience in law enforcement, I understand firsthand what it takes to walk the walk. I’ve been on the front lines — the shift work, the critical calls, the pressure to perform, and the toll it can take on your mind, body, and relationships. Now, I’m here to help first responders take care of themselves the way they take care of everyone else.
My approach is down-to-earth, practical, and built on mutual respect. You won’t need to explain what the job is like — I speak the language and know the culture.
You want to work through stress, anxiety, and trauma. You feel stuck and out of options. You know life shouldn't feel this hard, but you can't figure out why you're triggered by the smallest things. You find yourself doing and saying things you're ashamed of, but don't know why you do them or how to stop. Your emotions feel too overwhelming or you feel completely numbed out. You’re at a breaking point and need a place to become grounded, where things can begin to make sense, and where you can heal and learn to live again.
You want to work through stress, anxiety, and trauma. You feel stuck and out of options. You know life shouldn't feel this hard, but you can't figure out why you're triggered by the smallest things. You find yourself doing and saying things you're ashamed of, but don't know why you do them or how to stop. Your emotions feel too overwhelming or you feel completely numbed out. You’re at a breaking point and need a place to become grounded, where things can begin to make sense, and where you can heal and learn to live again.
Accepting new clients for my practice in Guelph with daytime, evening and weekend appointments, in person, online & phone. Are you finding yourself feeling stuck, worn down, anxious, burnt out or emotionally exhausted? Your mental health matters and seeking therapy is a step towards more valued living. Telling our stories of grief, pain, love and triumph can release the grip they may have on us or build us up as we deserve. Through our sessions, I hope we can work together to discover your stories, help you build new, positive ones and prepare you to think, act and feel more adept in the face of life’s challenges.
Accepting new clients for my practice in Guelph with daytime, evening and weekend appointments, in person, online & phone. Are you finding yourself feeling stuck, worn down, anxious, burnt out or emotionally exhausted? Your mental health matters and seeking therapy is a step towards more valued living. Telling our stories of grief, pain, love and triumph can release the grip they may have on us or build us up as we deserve. Through our sessions, I hope we can work together to discover your stories, help you build new, positive ones and prepare you to think, act and feel more adept in the face of life’s challenges.
Taking the step to explore your life and feelings in counselling takes boldness and bravery. Congratulations for taking that first step. Relationships are often central in our lives. The first significant relationship is the one you have with yourself, then with your significant others, and the community. It is through our everyday relationships we can begin to understand others, our communities and ourselves. I work with individuals and offer group programs. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults of all ages in my practice both in person, online and/or on the phone.
Taking the step to explore your life and feelings in counselling takes boldness and bravery. Congratulations for taking that first step. Relationships are often central in our lives. The first significant relationship is the one you have with yourself, then with your significant others, and the community. It is through our everyday relationships we can begin to understand others, our communities and ourselves. I work with individuals and offer group programs. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults of all ages in my practice both in person, online and/or on the phone.
Do you look put-together on the outside while quietly struggling on the inside? Maybe your mind is constantly spinning with “what ifs", or you feel a constant pressure to perform, achieve, and keep everyone else happy. You might find yourself saying yes when you’re already overwhelmed, or shrinking your needs to avoid being a burden. Anxiety, perfectionism, and people-pleasing can leave you exhausted, disconnected, and unsure of who you are beneath the pressure. And the more you hide your struggles, the heavier the stress, isolation, and self-criticism can feel.
Do you look put-together on the outside while quietly struggling on the inside? Maybe your mind is constantly spinning with “what ifs", or you feel a constant pressure to perform, achieve, and keep everyone else happy. You might find yourself saying yes when you’re already overwhelmed, or shrinking your needs to avoid being a burden. Anxiety, perfectionism, and people-pleasing can leave you exhausted, disconnected, and unsure of who you are beneath the pressure. And the more you hide your struggles, the heavier the stress, isolation, and self-criticism can feel.
Whether you're a first responder or healthcare worker navigating the weight of trauma, burnout, or identity loss—or a couple feeling stuck in cycles of conflict and silence—this is a space for healing, clarity, and connection.
I specialize in helping those who serve others reconnect with themselves and their relationships. My approach is grounded in evidence-based therapy, emotional safety, and deep respect for your lived experience. Together, we’ll build resilience, restore trust, and rediscover the strength that’s already within you.
Let’s begin the work that brings you back to yourself—and to each other.
Whether you're a first responder or healthcare worker navigating the weight of trauma, burnout, or identity loss—or a couple feeling stuck in cycles of conflict and silence—this is a space for healing, clarity, and connection.
I specialize in helping those who serve others reconnect with themselves and their relationships. My approach is grounded in evidence-based therapy, emotional safety, and deep respect for your lived experience. Together, we’ll build resilience, restore trust, and rediscover the strength that’s already within you.
Let’s begin the work that brings you back to yourself—and to each other.
Thank you for taking the first step to reach out. I work with individuals looking at making changes in their life, whether this be their thoughts, feelings, behaviours, or just feeling like you know things could be easier. While I work with a number of areas such as anxiety, depression, and addictions, my areas of expertise include trauma, personality disorders, as well as supporting health care workers and fellow therapists.
Thank you for taking the first step to reach out. I work with individuals looking at making changes in their life, whether this be their thoughts, feelings, behaviours, or just feeling like you know things could be easier. While I work with a number of areas such as anxiety, depression, and addictions, my areas of expertise include trauma, personality disorders, as well as supporting health care workers and fellow therapists.
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.
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.
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.
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.
