Grief Therapists in Guelph, ON
Life rarely goes according to plan, and in our most difficult times, many of us have not had the support and tools needed to navigate losses, transitions, and traumas. My role is to help you find your way through hardship, while expanding your capacity to meet challenges from a place of resilience and acceptance. Your struggles are not due to your own inadequacy; rather, I believe all behaviour makes sense on some level, when viewed from the right perspective. I work from a holistic stance that accounts for the individual, cultural, and societal factors affecting each of us uniquely, and therefore requires a personalized approach.
Life rarely goes according to plan, and in our most difficult times, many of us have not had the support and tools needed to navigate losses, transitions, and traumas. My role is to help you find your way through hardship, while expanding your capacity to meet challenges from a place of resilience and acceptance. Your struggles are not due to your own inadequacy; rather, I believe all behaviour makes sense on some level, when viewed from the right perspective. I work from a holistic stance that accounts for the individual, cultural, and societal factors affecting each of us uniquely, and therefore requires a personalized approach.
Having experienced profound grief in my own life, I will meet you where you are, at your own pace.
I specialize in couples counselling, grief, anxiety, parenting, PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression and more. I am trained in The Gottman Method (Level Two) and hold two Master's degrees in Sociology and Counselling Psychotherapy. I've completed over 30 professional trainings in the areas of narrative therapy, EFT, money management, narcissism, ACT and more.
Having experienced profound grief in my own life, I will meet you where you are, at your own pace.
I specialize in couples counselling, grief, anxiety, parenting, PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression and more. I am trained in The Gottman Method (Level Two) and hold two Master's degrees in Sociology and Counselling Psychotherapy. I've completed over 30 professional trainings in the areas of narrative therapy, EFT, money management, narcissism, ACT and more.
As a psychotherapist with 14 years of experience, I have grown to know that I have a passion for witnessing clients discover the values they cherish, and utilize those to achieve their goals. I know that people flourish in therapy and counselling when they have a good relationship with their therapist. I am devoted to creating and maintaining a safe, non-judgemental, calm, and sensitive therapeutic space in which you will receive appropriate support.
As a psychotherapist with 14 years of experience, I have grown to know that I have a passion for witnessing clients discover the values they cherish, and utilize those to achieve their goals. I know that people flourish in therapy and counselling when they have a good relationship with their therapist. I am devoted to creating and maintaining a safe, non-judgemental, calm, and sensitive therapeutic space in which you will receive appropriate support.
You may be carrying experiences that still feel heavy, painful memories, lingering sensations, or emotional states that are difficult to name or release.
You might be trying to understand what happened in your childhood, past or present, and how to feel more grounded and at ease in your life.
I recognize there are times when healing can feel unreachable and it is impossible to move forward.
You may be carrying experiences that still feel heavy, painful memories, lingering sensations, or emotional states that are difficult to name or release.
You might be trying to understand what happened in your childhood, past or present, and how to feel more grounded and at ease in your life.
I recognize there are times when healing can feel unreachable and it is impossible to move forward.
You might be the person everyone relies on—the one who holds it all together and seemingly has it all figured out. But internally, you might be feeling stuck, burnt out, or wondering, "Is this it?" Whether you are facing a career pivot, retirement, or a shift in your identity, the path forward can feel foggy. You aren't looking for someone to just nod and smile; you want a space where you can drop the mask, be messy, and figure out who you are outside of your job title. You want clarity, relief from the pressure to be perfect, and a practical way to move forward.
You might be the person everyone relies on—the one who holds it all together and seemingly has it all figured out. But internally, you might be feeling stuck, burnt out, or wondering, "Is this it?" Whether you are facing a career pivot, retirement, or a shift in your identity, the path forward can feel foggy. You aren't looking for someone to just nod and smile; you want a space where you can drop the mask, be messy, and figure out who you are outside of your job title. You want clarity, relief from the pressure to be perfect, and a practical way to move forward.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, a life transition or a loss, I would love to walk with you to create a supportive environment for healing, growth and change.
I have been honoured to provide incredible individuals, youth and families with an approach that is client-oriented and strengths-based. I meet clients where they are at, and provide a compassionate and supportive environment to explore their stories, gain insight, and implement the changes they would like to achieve their wellbeing goals.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, a life transition or a loss, I would love to walk with you to create a supportive environment for healing, growth and change.
I have been honoured to provide incredible individuals, youth and families with an approach that is client-oriented and strengths-based. I meet clients where they are at, and provide a compassionate and supportive environment to explore their stories, gain insight, and implement the changes they would like to achieve their wellbeing goals.
I work with anyone who is ready to let their art lead the way through issues such as; life transitions, loss, grief, chronic illness, end-of-life, depression, anxiety, parenting, relationships, creative blocks, spiritual or existential crisis and navigating your own, or your loved ones’, neuro-complexities.
I work in a client-centered, collaborative and trauma-informed way to support you in finding ways to reduce distress in your mental, emotional or relational life through the transformative process of art psychotherapy. This integrative and creative approach to art therapy, keeps your experience and your identity at the core of our work together.
I work with anyone who is ready to let their art lead the way through issues such as; life transitions, loss, grief, chronic illness, end-of-life, depression, anxiety, parenting, relationships, creative blocks, spiritual or existential crisis and navigating your own, or your loved ones’, neuro-complexities.
I work in a client-centered, collaborative and trauma-informed way to support you in finding ways to reduce distress in your mental, emotional or relational life through the transformative process of art psychotherapy. This integrative and creative approach to art therapy, keeps your experience and your identity at the core of our work together.
If you are feeling overwhelmed by major life changes, such as children leaving home, shifting roles, menopause, divorce, career uncertainty, or grief, you are not alone.
I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where we can explore what matters to you. I often use visual tools to help you notice patterns in your life and relationships, as well as to identify what is working well. With a collaborative and creative approach, we will focus on your strengths and explore small, meaningful steps forward—always at your pace.
If you are feeling overwhelmed by major life changes, such as children leaving home, shifting roles, menopause, divorce, career uncertainty, or grief, you are not alone.
I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where we can explore what matters to you. I often use visual tools to help you notice patterns in your life and relationships, as well as to identify what is working well. With a collaborative and creative approach, we will focus on your strengths and explore small, meaningful steps forward—always at your pace.
These include anxiety, depression, recovery from interpersonal trauma/ abuse, neglect, communication issues (for e.g. bosses, friends, partners. family members) stress of everyday life, grief, couple issues, childhood attachment issues, PTSD and dissociative disorders.
I have studied Body Centred Psychotherapy, Havening, EMDR and have completed numerous workshops in Psychodrama, Attachment Focused work, Family Constellations and the Grief Recovery Method.
These include anxiety, depression, recovery from interpersonal trauma/ abuse, neglect, communication issues (for e.g. bosses, friends, partners. family members) stress of everyday life, grief, couple issues, childhood attachment issues, PTSD and dissociative disorders.
I have studied Body Centred Psychotherapy, Havening, EMDR and have completed numerous workshops in Psychodrama, Attachment Focused work, Family Constellations and the Grief Recovery Method.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing grief/ loss, living with a chronic/life limiting illness, anxiety and depression.
My therapeutic approach is guided by Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based Therapy from a strengths-based, trauma informed lens.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing grief/ loss, living with a chronic/life limiting illness, anxiety and depression.
My therapeutic approach is guided by Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based Therapy from a strengths-based, trauma informed lens.
I also provide compassionate grief counselling to individuals who have lost a loved one, experiencing separation or divorce, job loss, or the impact of cancer.
In my primary modality, Internal Family Systems, we bring curiosity and compassion to the parts that hold wounds as well as the parts that seek to protect you, even if at times you feel they wreak havoc on your life. Together we listen and learn, and support the parts to let go of the burdens they have been carrying, and create space for healing and freedom.
I also provide compassionate grief counselling to individuals who have lost a loved one, experiencing separation or divorce, job loss, or the impact of cancer.
In my primary modality, Internal Family Systems, we bring curiosity and compassion to the parts that hold wounds as well as the parts that seek to protect you, even if at times you feel they wreak havoc on your life. Together we listen and learn, and support the parts to let go of the burdens they have been carrying, and create space for healing and freedom.
Have you experienced loss and realize you need support grieving?
Some of the ways I work with my clients include: talk therapy (interpersonal therapy), experiential therapy (body psychotherapy, mindfulness, meditation, visualization and creative art therapy) and energy work (reiki and chakra work). Often it is a combination of the above tools that provide the best long-term results.
Have you experienced loss and realize you need support grieving?
Some of the ways I work with my clients include: talk therapy (interpersonal therapy), experiential therapy (body psychotherapy, mindfulness, meditation, visualization and creative art therapy) and energy work (reiki and chakra work). Often it is a combination of the above tools that provide the best long-term results.
Does this describe you?
You have some valuable relationships, but you feel like you can’t get the deep sense of love and connection you crave. Sometimes it feels like the people you care about are constantly hurting you without realizing it. At times you feel like you can't trust anyone. Other times, you feel angry at the world or at the people you love, and especially at yourself. Sometimes even when nothing is wrong, you don’t feel okay. Maybe it’s imposter syndrome. Maybe it’s ADHD. Maybe if you can just find the right label, someone will be able to help.
Does this describe you?
You have some valuable relationships, but you feel like you can’t get the deep sense of love and connection you crave. Sometimes it feels like the people you care about are constantly hurting you without realizing it. At times you feel like you can't trust anyone. Other times, you feel angry at the world or at the people you love, and especially at yourself. Sometimes even when nothing is wrong, you don’t feel okay. Maybe it’s imposter syndrome. Maybe it’s ADHD. Maybe if you can just find the right label, someone will be able to help.
I am a firm believer that therapists are not experts, but people trained and devoted to safely sharing the burden of bearing sorrow, grief, and emotional wounds.
My goal is to create an environment where people can safely experience the full spectrum of their emotions without judgment or invalidation. I help people to resist societal forces that reinforce shame and stigma, and to set boundaries to help protect their well-being. Throughout, I balance compassionate validation with strategies for empowerment and change.
I am a firm believer that therapists are not experts, but people trained and devoted to safely sharing the burden of bearing sorrow, grief, and emotional wounds.
My goal is to create an environment where people can safely experience the full spectrum of their emotions without judgment or invalidation. I help people to resist societal forces that reinforce shame and stigma, and to set boundaries to help protect their well-being. Throughout, I balance compassionate validation with strategies for empowerment and change.
Are you feeling anxious or overwhelmed? Feeling self-critical? Not feeling like yourself lately? You may feel like you've lost your confidence or motivation. Maybe you’re making excuses to avoid social situations or you're experiencing conflict in your relationships. Perhaps you're one of many exhausted caregivers needing support or you’ve joined the millions of women struggling to navigate shifting hormones in the Menopause transition. You need some relief but don't know where to start. I can help.
Are you feeling anxious or overwhelmed? Feeling self-critical? Not feeling like yourself lately? You may feel like you've lost your confidence or motivation. Maybe you’re making excuses to avoid social situations or you're experiencing conflict in your relationships. Perhaps you're one of many exhausted caregivers needing support or you’ve joined the millions of women struggling to navigate shifting hormones in the Menopause transition. You need some relief but don't know where to start. I can help.
If you're struggling with the impacts of trauma, anxiety, depression, grief or other losses, then it can be helpful to work with someone to find ways to heal and feel supported.
I offer an integrative approach to therapy including Internal Family Systems (Level 3) and EMDR, along with Existential therapy. My background in Philosophy (PhD) means I can support you in finding meaning in a world that can feel overwhelming. I have extensive training related to trauma, dissociation and climate aware therapy.
If you're struggling with the impacts of trauma, anxiety, depression, grief or other losses, then it can be helpful to work with someone to find ways to heal and feel supported.
I offer an integrative approach to therapy including Internal Family Systems (Level 3) and EMDR, along with Existential therapy. My background in Philosophy (PhD) means I can support you in finding meaning in a world that can feel overwhelming. I have extensive training related to trauma, dissociation and climate aware therapy.
I have a decade of experience helping individuals navigate complex grief and trauma with bespoke, evidence-based strategies and trauma-informed performance coaching.
I work with brilliant, ambitious individuals navigating complex challenges and life transitions.
Are you ready to move beyond surface solutions into transformative growth?
I have a decade of experience helping individuals navigate complex grief and trauma with bespoke, evidence-based strategies and trauma-informed performance coaching.
I work with brilliant, ambitious individuals navigating complex challenges and life transitions.
Are you ready to move beyond surface solutions into transformative growth?
Our team members have different specializations including generalized practice, mood disorders, trauma, substance abuse, grief, relationship issues, older adulthood and leadership.
Greenaway, Theis & Associates is a small group of dedicated Psychologists, Social Workers, Psychotherapists, Counsellors and Coaches. Our founding members have all had over 30 years of experience in offering clinical services. We work from an integrated approach pulling from several approaches to therapy and the latest research to serve our clients with care and compassion. We believe in building safe relationships and environments in which clients can explore their lives to foster healing and growth. We are dedicated to supporting therapists newly in practice. This allows us to offer therapy with a sliding scale.
Our team members have different specializations including generalized practice, mood disorders, trauma, substance abuse, grief, relationship issues, older adulthood and leadership.
Greenaway, Theis & Associates is a small group of dedicated Psychologists, Social Workers, Psychotherapists, Counsellors and Coaches. Our founding members have all had over 30 years of experience in offering clinical services. We work from an integrated approach pulling from several approaches to therapy and the latest research to serve our clients with care and compassion. We believe in building safe relationships and environments in which clients can explore their lives to foster healing and growth. We are dedicated to supporting therapists newly in practice. This allows us to offer therapy with a sliding scale.
Psychotherapist in Guelph ON helping people navigate grief, trauma, and life transitions with warmth & humour.
Sometimes we all feel stuck or like we could benefit from more support. Therapy provides an opportunity to be heard, acknowledge our feelings, and work towards positive changes in our lives. Deciding to reach out for counselling can be an intimidating task, but being understood grounds us in our own truths, bodies and experiences so that we can show up in our lives as the people we truly are. I believe we are most authentic when we can openly and honestly express ourselves in an environment that is both supportive and safe. You can count on having the space you need to fully explore your truth in my practice.
Psychotherapist in Guelph ON helping people navigate grief, trauma, and life transitions with warmth & humour.
Sometimes we all feel stuck or like we could benefit from more support. Therapy provides an opportunity to be heard, acknowledge our feelings, and work towards positive changes in our lives. Deciding to reach out for counselling can be an intimidating task, but being understood grounds us in our own truths, bodies and experiences so that we can show up in our lives as the people we truly are. I believe we are most authentic when we can openly and honestly express ourselves in an environment that is both supportive and safe. You can count on having the space you need to fully explore your truth in my practice.
Are you experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, or feelings of low self-esteem?
I offer a safe space where you can share your thoughts, work through the events that are troubling you, and engage with your feelings to uncover new ways of experiencing and acting in the world. I will work with you to nurture your own strengths and values in order to find joy and meaning in your life.
Are you experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, or feelings of low self-esteem?
I offer a safe space where you can share your thoughts, work through the events that are troubling you, and engage with your feelings to uncover new ways of experiencing and acting in the world. I will work with you to nurture your own strengths and values in order to find joy and meaning in your life.
See more therapy options for Guelph
Grief Counsellors
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.