Emotionally Focused Therapists in Fergus, ON

Are things piling up and feeling like too much? Are you minimizing your pain? Do you pour energy into the things that sap your soul? Do you need a safe space to be understood and return to yourself? To remember who you are? If you are ready to begin looking at yourself with acceptance and compassion, I am waiting for your call. There are reasons for your current struggles and suffering. My philosophy is that you are already wired with many strengths and that we all need a little help along the way to get ourselves where we need to go.

Do you consider yourself an independent warrior? Someone who doesn’t need others to help or support them? Are you the person that keeps their emotions and feelings bottled up inside to avoid rocking the boat or upsetting others? The one who shows up for everyone else in their life but struggles to reach out in their time of need? Do you feel frustrated that people seem to take you for granted, and no matter how much you give or do, it never feels like enough? It doesn’t have to be this way. Humans are wired for connection, it is ok to need others!

I am a Registered Social Worker with over 25 years of experience; providing counselling and treatment to youth, adults, couples, and families. My goal is aid and support clients to discover strategies which improve their lives.

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. FergusCounselling.ca/ola/services

I'm a Registered Doctoral level Clinical and School Psychologist. I provide a full range of comprehensive services for: Adults, Adolescents, Children, and Families. I provide an empathetic approach with a wide range of experience.

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 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 non-judgmental space is at the heart of my therapy practice. I am accepting new clients for in-person and online therapy! Please visit www.willthrivetherapy.com for more information.

I am a compassionate, skilled clinician with over 15 years of experience and training. I use a collaborative therapeutic approach to help support adolescents and adults who are experiencing challenges in their lives and relationships. I offer a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment and use my clinical skills to assist people in exploring solutions and to gain new perspective on the issues they are facing.

Hours: Monday - Thursday (9:00 am - 9:00 pm), Friday (9:00 am to 5:00 pm) Our Mission: To provide responsive and professional resources, fostering wellbeing in our communities. Our Vision: A resilient and supported community. Our Values: People, Inclusion, Collaboration, Accountability

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you looking to find the balance between work, home, kids, yourself? Are you dealing with changes in your life that are causing you to be more anxious or stressed?

Are you stressed, exhausted, or just going through the motions of life? Has substance use, addictive behaviours, anxiety, depression, anger, grief/loss or feelings of overwhelm increased for you? I provide a safe space for you to assess how you got to where you are today, re-evaluate your priorities, and explore what is really meaningful to you. I work with professionals, therapists, executives, caregivers, and front-line workers/first responders who have successful careers on paper but still feel unfulfilled in their personal and professional lives and in their relationships. I also work with couples wanting to re-connect.

Have you been feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or lost in your thoughts? Do you find yourself pushing down emotions or trying to keep yourself busy to avoid "this feeling"? Have you been mean towards yourself and the situation, shaming yourself for what has happened? Maybe your life has been filled with fears or worries and this has started to make you feel run down. You're starting to find that not only are your thoughts and emotions affecting you, but they're beginning to affect your relationships around you. It can be awkward to find a therapist and to make sure you find someone who understands you.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist that provides individual, couple and family therapy. My practice is rooted in narrative, strengths based and emotion focused therapy. I offer an anti-oppressive, non-judgemental space for individuals of all backgrounds and gender orientations. My specialities are in anxiety, depression, family violence, intimate partner violence, parenting and child/family therapy. I obtained my PhD at the University of Guelph in Family Relations and Human Development, and my current research is focused on improving clinical practices with families and children.

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.

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.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist, and I am currently offering in-person therapy, or fully online from anywhere in Ontario. I provide an eclectic, client-centered approach to counselling, using best-practices and various treatment methods on a highly individualized basis. I am trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Mindfulness Based practices, Solution Focused, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Somatic Modality. I also have a background working with individuals with dual diagnoses, including Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Geriatric, Dementia and complex special needs.

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.

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.

If you're scrolling, scrolling, and hoping for a connection with someone here... it makes sense. It shouldn’t be natural that we divulge our deepest heartache to a total stranger. We can all hear a version of that echo "don't talk to strangers!" Right?! Research supports that the experience of safety and connectedness is primary to therapy success. This is my priority in therapy. After this, I operate from these assumptions: 1. Everything is “figure-out-able”. 2. You have within you the wisdom you need to reach the goals you desire. I’m here to help you find it. 3. Together, we decide where you want to head.

Counselling and Hypnosis. Home visits, walk-and-talk, phone or online video call sessions. Individual and Groups. Quickly reduce anxiety, manage emotions, build joy, find peace. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Experiential therapy. Also offering therapy to therapists.