Parenting Therapists in Guelph, ON

As a relationally trained therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life’s challenges. People see me when they wish to see a change in their life and need support or skills to find their way forward. For many, healing might mean gaining a better understanding of past events in life that leave you feeling unwell. It’s also true that for many, healing means creating change that separates us from the past and leads us to a brighter future.

I am a Jungian Psychoanalyst offering Jungian Analysis to individuals who want a deeper understanding of themselves. For many reasons, these persons feel emotionally in pain, conflicted or unbalanced in their inner and/or outer life and would benefit from exploring the deep rooted causes of relationship problems and unproductive emotional patterns. The direction of therapy is to look to the past and to the unconscious determinants of behaviour but also to open to the creative and positive movements of the psyche that offer a way forward even in the face of the greatest difficulties or trauma.

Life presents us all with challenges and I believe one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves is the opportunity to heal and grow. There are many paths to healing and growth, and my experiences have taught me that they are possible through authenticity, acknowledgement, and connection. If you are struggling or feeling stuck or uncertain on your path to healing and growth, please know that therapy can help you move through the ups and downs of this journey.

Do you want help moving from surviving each day to living life more fully… and even joyfully? Life is filled with pressures and expectations that come from the inside and out. This can contribute to feeling overwhelmed, weighed down and disconnected from your own feelings, thoughts and needs. I want to help you learn how to navigate all of your feelings with healthy strategies while being kinder and more compassionate with yourself. It is possible to both accept yourself just as you are while proactively working on healing and change!

Don't Suffer Any longer - We can help. At ASSIST Counselling and Psychiatric Services we provide rapid and long-lasting relief from the mental, emotional and physical pain caused by trauma, abuse, mental illness, infidelity, and addictions. Using cutting edge, best practice therapeutic approaches, we can help you recover fast. At ASSIST we pride ourselves on being accessible and reliable. We offer initial appointments in hours, not weeks. We offer relief in 1-5 sessions. We have psychiatrists who can provide assessments and consultations in days, not months. Don't wait until a problem harms your family, career or health.

I am so glad that you are contemplating the start of a 'therapeutic journey' as life can sometimes feel overwhelming and difficult to manage on your own. I know it takes ‘courage’ to reach out for support, and I understand that we sometimes need a 'place' to share our burdens. I also recognize that it can be ‘scary’ to seek help, but my practice includes a ‘non-traditional’ holistic ‘Christian & Biblical Perspective’, where we can work together to reach your full potential as a child of 'God'. Contact me, as it would be my privilege to work with you, during this time in your life. So let's get started.

Welcome! As a dedicated trauma therapist I specialize in guiding individuals through the transformative journey of recovering from loss and past wounds. With empathy and evidence based techniques, I aim to create a safe space for healing. I want to help you navigate the complexities of trauma so as to rediscover resilience. Let's work together to find freedom from the impact of past experiences and empower to you move forward with strength and resilience.

Supporting individuals, couples, and families seeking to foster unity, stability, and deeply connected bonds in their lives. It's all too common for individuals to become entangled in cycles of shame and blame, especially within intimate relationships. Such cycles can often lead to feelings of isolation, lack of progress, and disconnection. Overcoming personal and interpersonal challenges can feel daunting. With my vast experience, I have helped clients in addressing diverse issues such as anger management, ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, assertiveness, grief, chronic conditions, and disabilities.

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.

Do you struggle with finding your next step or worry that the plans you made are out of reach? You want to appear confident and joyful, but deep down you are struggling with stress, and wrestling with fatigue. You might not remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready to make a change. You’re ready to let go of guilt, self-doubt, and fear. Most of all, you want to live purposefully in the present.

Accepting New Clients Online! You're in a cycle feeling trapped by the fear of making a “mistake”, while your mind races through “what if” scenarios, replaying past decisions and assessing if you're measuring up to your own expectations. You’re struggling with overwhelming emotions: sadness, doubt, self-judgement, and the urge to please others. Here’s the truth: you’ve already shown inner strength by seeking help. Your recognition for change and transformation are testaments to your desire for growth and fulfillment in life. This desire is the spark that ignites lasting change and I’m here to guide you on this empowering journey!

Specializing in trauma therapy, I offer compassionate support and evidence-based techniques to help individuals heal from past experiences. I understand reaching out can be daunting; it takes courage to seek help. But know that in this journey towards healing, you're not alone. With a client-centered approach, we'll navigate the complexities of trauma, empowering you to reclaim your strength and resilience.

You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. Managing difficult mornings or evenings, challenges and stress that occurs during the day can feel better. You can strive to live the life of your dreams and feel better about how you respond to challenges. My passion and the reason I provide therapy services is to support people to live the life of their dreams - with as much ease as possible.

***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.

My goal is to create a safe space for you to explore your current challenges, while empowering you to heal and understand your true self. I work with individuals, and couples, and offer a free consultation to see if I am the right therapist to support you on this journey. To me, expressing and uncovering needs and creating boundaries are an imperative practice in therapy. I believe life experiences have great impact in shaping our views of the world and will collaborate with you to find your own unique path of growth and change. I hold an anti-oppressive stance, so that you can feel validated and safely explore your experiences.

I currently have a few spots open for daytime sessions between the hours of 10am and 1pm Tues-Thurs… Hi, I'm Thyra I know from personal experience that it can be hard to ask for support. I offer a space in which individuals, couples/partners, and families can work collaboratively to identify their goals and achieve them. As a clinician, it is important to me to work from a client-centered approach. This means that I will support you exactly where you are at and I will follow your lead, at your pace, to help you create positive change.

Emily Hansen is a Registered Psychotherapist and holds a Master’s Degree in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy and an Honours Degree in Psychology from Wilfrid Laurier University. Emily is highly experienced working with adults, teens, and children through a range of issues including anxiety, depression, anger, and complex family issues.

Almost all of us eventually have to work through something really hard. We need help finding our way to emotional health and personal contentment. I work with individuals and couples to rebuild relationships, understand and negotiate conflict, manage debilitating sadness, guilt, anger, anxiety, and general dis-ease. I can help you discover how you unconsciously sabotage what you say you want, and help you get what you yearn for most deeply. We have profound resources inside of us that sometimes get squished, and in a non-judgmental environment of warmth, openness and skilled inquiry, we can learn how to Live Life Better.

Drawing on mind-body connections, I encourage individuals to dig deep as they learn to accept and trust their emotions. Focusing on the "here and now", I support individuals to see how the past is intricately linked to their present experience. I am passionate about helping adults and adolescents (16+) struggling with anxiety, depression, body image, and codependency. Having worked extensively with families, youth, and adults, I understand the challenges individuals can face in working through issues at home, at school/work, and between peers. I offer services both in-person and online to suit your preference.