Divorce Therapists in Hamilton, ON
I myself have struggled in the past having gone through a divorce and navigating my relationships with my children as a single parent.
I can assist you with setting boundaries, working through loss or life transitions and can help you feel better and live the life you so desperately want. I want to help you focus on your strengths, enhance your self-compassion and challenge some of those defeating thoughts. This will help to build your confidence and reduce the stress you're feeling.
I myself have struggled in the past having gone through a divorce and navigating my relationships with my children as a single parent.
I can assist you with setting boundaries, working through loss or life transitions and can help you feel better and live the life you so desperately want. I want to help you focus on your strengths, enhance your self-compassion and challenge some of those defeating thoughts. This will help to build your confidence and reduce the stress you're feeling.
I have been through many of my own challenges, parenting, divorce, co-parenting, blended family and family members with addiction.
Anxiety and depression are often our body's check engine light, and if we do not service ourselves the way we take care of everyone else... we break down. If you have never tried counselling, it can be a scary idea... trying something new always is! But what if counselling can help you build a life that brings more peace and self-compassion? It is possible to learn new skills, create new tools and strengthen your relationships! If you feel like you are planted in the darkness and you want to grow from where you are right now, this is the place for you!
I have been through many of my own challenges, parenting, divorce, co-parenting, blended family and family members with addiction.
Anxiety and depression are often our body's check engine light, and if we do not service ourselves the way we take care of everyone else... we break down. If you have never tried counselling, it can be a scary idea... trying something new always is! But what if counselling can help you build a life that brings more peace and self-compassion? It is possible to learn new skills, create new tools and strengthen your relationships! If you feel like you are planted in the darkness and you want to grow from where you are right now, this is the place for you!
We support our clients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma work, dating/relationships, parenting, separation and divorce, to name a few.
We'd love to connect over a free 15 min phone consultation, so you can ask us questions, feel our vibe and make sure we'd be the right fit for what you're looking for. This first step of reaching out can feel the hardest and we get that.
We support our clients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma work, dating/relationships, parenting, separation and divorce, to name a few.
We'd love to connect over a free 15 min phone consultation, so you can ask us questions, feel our vibe and make sure we'd be the right fit for what you're looking for. This first step of reaching out can feel the hardest and we get that.
I work with adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, life transitions (e.g. separation and divorce), relationship issues, trauma, pregnancy and post-partum.
I am creative in sessions and intuitive, even playful, using mindfulness- and somatic-based explorations, expressive arts therapy, inner imagery, Focusing-Oriented Therapy, Hakomi and Internal Family Systems; approaches that engage your physicality and imagination. I am client-centred and have a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive approach.
I work with adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, life transitions (e.g. separation and divorce), relationship issues, trauma, pregnancy and post-partum.
I am creative in sessions and intuitive, even playful, using mindfulness- and somatic-based explorations, expressive arts therapy, inner imagery, Focusing-Oriented Therapy, Hakomi and Internal Family Systems; approaches that engage your physicality and imagination. I am client-centred and have a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive approach.
Life transitions can include parenting, marriage, job change, empty nest, changing relationships, pregnancy, loss, divorce, caring for aging parents, perimenopause, menopause and retirement.
Sometimes life feels challenging and hard, and we feel like we lose ourselves a little along the way. This is when it’s most helpful to slow down, take a deep breath, and consider support to feel less alone and figure out next steps. I am focused on helping individuals learn and apply new skills and strategies to make impactful shifts that lead to meaningful change in themselves and in relationships with loved ones. I provide a non-judgmental space so clients can feel safe to openly share their thoughts, emotions and experiences. I specialize in supporting individuals with life transitions, women’s issues and caregiver support.
Life transitions can include parenting, marriage, job change, empty nest, changing relationships, pregnancy, loss, divorce, caring for aging parents, perimenopause, menopause and retirement.
Sometimes life feels challenging and hard, and we feel like we lose ourselves a little along the way. This is when it’s most helpful to slow down, take a deep breath, and consider support to feel less alone and figure out next steps. I am focused on helping individuals learn and apply new skills and strategies to make impactful shifts that lead to meaningful change in themselves and in relationships with loved ones. I provide a non-judgmental space so clients can feel safe to openly share their thoughts, emotions and experiences. I specialize in supporting individuals with life transitions, women’s issues and caregiver support.
In addition, I have experience with those transitioning into different life stages such as relationship challenges, separation/ divorce, adulthood, parenthood, retirement, or people who may be experiencing present or historical family or cultural challenges related to immigration.
I believe people are experts in their own lives and have the answers they are looking for within themselves. They just might need some help along the path to finding those answers. I’ve trained in several different types of therapies (i.e., CBT, ACT, MI), but I often use approaches that focus on harnessing client strengths and being in the present moment.
In addition, I have experience with those transitioning into different life stages such as relationship challenges, separation/ divorce, adulthood, parenthood, retirement, or people who may be experiencing present or historical family or cultural challenges related to immigration.
I believe people are experts in their own lives and have the answers they are looking for within themselves. They just might need some help along the path to finding those answers. I’ve trained in several different types of therapies (i.e., CBT, ACT, MI), but I often use approaches that focus on harnessing client strengths and being in the present moment.
I have worked with individuals, couples and families from a pastoral framework for more than twenty years, through a wide variety of major life events such as marriage and pre-marriage counselling, separations & divorce, couples with partner addictions, violence / betrayal, birth of children and the loss of children from serious illness and stillborn births.
Navigating life and relationships can be challenging, exhausting, confusing, and downright overwhelming. In a world where one is constantly connected through social media, increasingly, we can feel isolated and alone as we strive to meet relationship and work demands, while living up to our own personal and relational expectations. In seasons of uncertainty, it is normal to feel a sense of spinning out of control, and struggling with where do I go from here? The thought of therapy can be scary, which is why I am committed to creating an environment of trust and understanding.
I have worked with individuals, couples and families from a pastoral framework for more than twenty years, through a wide variety of major life events such as marriage and pre-marriage counselling, separations & divorce, couples with partner addictions, violence / betrayal, birth of children and the loss of children from serious illness and stillborn births.
Navigating life and relationships can be challenging, exhausting, confusing, and downright overwhelming. In a world where one is constantly connected through social media, increasingly, we can feel isolated and alone as we strive to meet relationship and work demands, while living up to our own personal and relational expectations. In seasons of uncertainty, it is normal to feel a sense of spinning out of control, and struggling with where do I go from here? The thought of therapy can be scary, which is why I am committed to creating an environment of trust and understanding.
Cortney Pasternak Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, OAMHP
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8P
My specialties include anxiety, depression, grief, stress, burnout, marriage & relationship conflicts, intimacy, dating, divorce, narcissism, life & career transitions, (co)parenting, and PTSD.
I will help you become more aware of unhelpful patterns and provide tools to better manage and overcome stress and conflicts, build self-esteem, improve communication & intimacy, develop self-compassion & acceptance, find meaning & hope. I believe the process of healing, change and growth is about managing symptoms and also addressing root causes.
My specialties include anxiety, depression, grief, stress, burnout, marriage & relationship conflicts, intimacy, dating, divorce, narcissism, life & career transitions, (co)parenting, and PTSD.
I will help you become more aware of unhelpful patterns and provide tools to better manage and overcome stress and conflicts, build self-esteem, improve communication & intimacy, develop self-compassion & acceptance, find meaning & hope. I believe the process of healing, change and growth is about managing symptoms and also addressing root causes.
My services encompass individual psychotherapy, couples therapy, and family therapy, divorce & separation, addressing a diverse range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, low self-esteem, panic attacks, stress, self-criticism, relationship issues, and sexual difficulties.
I offer individual therapy using CBT, MBCT, & ACT. I utilize the Gottman Method for couples. For pre-marital counseling, I integrates the Symbis Assessment. I'm trained as a sex therapist and certified dating coach. I also serve as a Qualified Mediator with ADR Ontario/Canada, specializing in separation and divorce mediation.
My services encompass individual psychotherapy, couples therapy, and family therapy, divorce & separation, addressing a diverse range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, low self-esteem, panic attacks, stress, self-criticism, relationship issues, and sexual difficulties.
I offer individual therapy using CBT, MBCT, & ACT. I utilize the Gottman Method for couples. For pre-marital counseling, I integrates the Symbis Assessment. I'm trained as a sex therapist and certified dating coach. I also serve as a Qualified Mediator with ADR Ontario/Canada, specializing in separation and divorce mediation.
Specializing in working with individuals, couples or families experiencing high conflict and high intensity life challenges, anxiety, stress, OCD, depression, life transitions, divorce, traumatic events, or trauma exposed work environments, I'm here to support you to bring more peace to your life.
Are you experiencing stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, or relationship conflicts? Do these challenges hinder your ability to fully engage with life? I specialize in supporting individuals, first responders and healthcare workers facing nervous system dysregulation. I’m here to provide a safe and supportive environment for you to connect with your inner strength. Together, we will explore and develop evidence-based skills and tools designed to create lasting benefits in your life. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
Specializing in working with individuals, couples or families experiencing high conflict and high intensity life challenges, anxiety, stress, OCD, depression, life transitions, divorce, traumatic events, or trauma exposed work environments, I'm here to support you to bring more peace to your life.
Are you experiencing stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, or relationship conflicts? Do these challenges hinder your ability to fully engage with life? I specialize in supporting individuals, first responders and healthcare workers facing nervous system dysregulation. I’m here to provide a safe and supportive environment for you to connect with your inner strength. Together, we will explore and develop evidence-based skills and tools designed to create lasting benefits in your life. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
I help couples with relationship conflict, communication, sexuality and parenting challenges, separation and divorce.
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families work through their issues, become empowered and meet their own personal goals. At times client's goals can be working toward an amicable separation. As a family mediator I help couples navigate how to become partners in parenting.
I help couples with relationship conflict, communication, sexuality and parenting challenges, separation and divorce.
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families work through their issues, become empowered and meet their own personal goals. At times client's goals can be working toward an amicable separation. As a family mediator I help couples navigate how to become partners in parenting.
I work with individuals facing internal crises, feeling stuck, or lost and weathering life transitions—whether from abuse (childhood, relationship, sexual assault), the death of a loved one, or life changes (separation/ divorce, job change)—to help them reaffirm their lives with purpose and a strong foundation.
I work from an anti-oppressive, strengths-based, non-shaming approach that guides clients through transformational change, integrating the past with the present. Together, we’ll turn triggers into tools, develop grounding practices, and confidently step into life's next chapter with authenticity and a renewed sense of purpose and voice.
I work with individuals facing internal crises, feeling stuck, or lost and weathering life transitions—whether from abuse (childhood, relationship, sexual assault), the death of a loved one, or life changes (separation/ divorce, job change)—to help them reaffirm their lives with purpose and a strong foundation.
I work from an anti-oppressive, strengths-based, non-shaming approach that guides clients through transformational change, integrating the past with the present. Together, we’ll turn triggers into tools, develop grounding practices, and confidently step into life's next chapter with authenticity and a renewed sense of purpose and voice.
Specialties (Couples & Individuals): •Anxiety Management • Blended Family Dynamics • Burnout Prevention • Career Counselling •Communication & Conflict Resolution • Depression Relief • Divorce & Separation Support •Emotional Resilience Building • Family & Interpersonal Relationships • Marriage/Couples Counselling • Intimacy & Sexuality •Work-Life Balance
Why Choose Mark: • You're balancing the demands of family, career, and personal life and need support. • You feel lost, lacking direction, or purpose in your personal or professional life. • You want to uncover, understand and address the root causes of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. • You're a couple seeking to strengthen or mend your relationship, communication and connection. • You'd like a therapist with a strong business background who understands professional pressures and can offer effective coping strategies. You feel stuck and/or unfulfilled in your career and it is impacting your personal life.
Specialties (Couples & Individuals): •Anxiety Management • Blended Family Dynamics • Burnout Prevention • Career Counselling •Communication & Conflict Resolution • Depression Relief • Divorce & Separation Support •Emotional Resilience Building • Family & Interpersonal Relationships • Marriage/Couples Counselling • Intimacy & Sexuality •Work-Life Balance
Why Choose Mark: • You're balancing the demands of family, career, and personal life and need support. • You feel lost, lacking direction, or purpose in your personal or professional life. • You want to uncover, understand and address the root causes of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. • You're a couple seeking to strengthen or mend your relationship, communication and connection. • You'd like a therapist with a strong business background who understands professional pressures and can offer effective coping strategies. You feel stuck and/or unfulfilled in your career and it is impacting your personal life.
I offer supportive care for people from a variety of backgrounds, but I especially excel at supporting Female identified going through large life transitions (graduation, divorce, career changes, menopause).
We all carry emotional wounds—some recent, others long-standing—and therapy can be a space to explore how these experiences have shaped your life. My approach is rooted in the belief that you’re doing your best with the tools you have. Together, we’ll gently explore your patterns with curiosity and compassion. Whether you’re facing a major life change, feeling stuck in old emotional loops, or wanting a deeper connection with yourself, I’ll support you in uncovering clarity, purpose, and self-trust as you move toward healing and growth.
I offer supportive care for people from a variety of backgrounds, but I especially excel at supporting Female identified going through large life transitions (graduation, divorce, career changes, menopause).
We all carry emotional wounds—some recent, others long-standing—and therapy can be a space to explore how these experiences have shaped your life. My approach is rooted in the belief that you’re doing your best with the tools you have. Together, we’ll gently explore your patterns with curiosity and compassion. Whether you’re facing a major life change, feeling stuck in old emotional loops, or wanting a deeper connection with yourself, I’ll support you in uncovering clarity, purpose, and self-trust as you move toward healing and growth.
My personal “therapist toolbox” includes a spectrum of ancient & contemporary healing methodologies such as CBT, DBT & narrative therapy, as well as a few feathered and furry farm friends who are known to assist with challenges such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting, separation & divorce, sexual trauma & disorders, and addictions.
Can you imagine if therapy took place while hiking through the forest, sunbathing in a field of wildflowers, chilling with some chickens, sitting around a campfire or simply from the comfort of your kitchen table? I believe that therapy has a real image problem that could be improved by embracing a healing realm which includes mother nature, play and genuine human connection. If you are considering therapy for you or someone you care about, but the thought of sitting in an office turns you off, then let's connect where you're at, or where I'm at: on 25 aces in Hamilton's wild west Flamborough!
My personal “therapist toolbox” includes a spectrum of ancient & contemporary healing methodologies such as CBT, DBT & narrative therapy, as well as a few feathered and furry farm friends who are known to assist with challenges such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting, separation & divorce, sexual trauma & disorders, and addictions.
Can you imagine if therapy took place while hiking through the forest, sunbathing in a field of wildflowers, chilling with some chickens, sitting around a campfire or simply from the comfort of your kitchen table? I believe that therapy has a real image problem that could be improved by embracing a healing realm which includes mother nature, play and genuine human connection. If you are considering therapy for you or someone you care about, but the thought of sitting in an office turns you off, then let's connect where you're at, or where I'm at: on 25 aces in Hamilton's wild west Flamborough!
Anumeet Sandhu | Trauma Therapy | Relationship Therapy | Narcissistic Abuse
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8P
I specialize in relational and betrayal trauma, PTSD, narcissistic abuse recovery, relationship issues, such as emotional unavailability, infidelity, breakups, and divorce.
Are you feeling emotionally drained from relationship challenges like conflict, communication issues, or emotional manipulation? Whether it's romantic relationships, family dynamics, or friendships, it’s easy to feel lost, anxious, or even stuck in a cycle that’s hard to break. You might be the one who always "fixes" things—carrying the emotional weight, putting others first, and silently hoping things will get better. But what about you?
Relationship pain often shows up as stress, anxiety, depression, or grief. You deserve support that helps you reconnect with yourself, feel emotionally lighter, and find clarity.
I specialize in relational and betrayal trauma, PTSD, narcissistic abuse recovery, relationship issues, such as emotional unavailability, infidelity, breakups, and divorce.
Are you feeling emotionally drained from relationship challenges like conflict, communication issues, or emotional manipulation? Whether it's romantic relationships, family dynamics, or friendships, it’s easy to feel lost, anxious, or even stuck in a cycle that’s hard to break. You might be the one who always "fixes" things—carrying the emotional weight, putting others first, and silently hoping things will get better. But what about you?
Relationship pain often shows up as stress, anxiety, depression, or grief. You deserve support that helps you reconnect with yourself, feel emotionally lighter, and find clarity.
Valley Connections Child Life Therapists
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSc, MSc, CCLS
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9H
Whether your child is experiencing a loss, divorce, a traumatic event, grief, or psychosocial issues such as anxiety or depression, we are trained to meet your child where they are, and build their resilience as they heal.
We use evidence-based approaches including CBT and DBT, as well as Play-based therapies, Art, and Mindfulness to help your child feel safe and comfortable as they learn to connect and share in our cozy clinics.
Whether your child is experiencing a loss, divorce, a traumatic event, grief, or psychosocial issues such as anxiety or depression, we are trained to meet your child where they are, and build their resilience as they heal.
We use evidence-based approaches including CBT and DBT, as well as Play-based therapies, Art, and Mindfulness to help your child feel safe and comfortable as they learn to connect and share in our cozy clinics.
Lesley Hannell (Psychologist) Supervision And Counselling
Psychologist, CPsych
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
We provide assistance with the following areas: Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Work Stress, Trauma, Communication, Parenting, Conflict Resolution, Blended Families, Separation, Divorce, Self-esteem, Grief & Loss, Stress Management.
Counselling for Adolescents, Adults, Couples and Families. Assessment & Diagnosis. Emotional challenges can affect any individual, couple or family. Finding a healthy way to manage can be difficult. It's common to feel overwhelmed. We provide a safe place, professional support, and the tools to help. Bringing Balance to Mind, Body & Spirit. Now available, ongoing supervision for clinicians in group or individual format. 45 years of clinical experience and training in many modalities, under many well known teachers, brings a depth that incorporates East and West, spiritual and energetic aspects of wellness and healing.
We provide assistance with the following areas: Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Work Stress, Trauma, Communication, Parenting, Conflict Resolution, Blended Families, Separation, Divorce, Self-esteem, Grief & Loss, Stress Management.
Counselling for Adolescents, Adults, Couples and Families. Assessment & Diagnosis. Emotional challenges can affect any individual, couple or family. Finding a healthy way to manage can be difficult. It's common to feel overwhelmed. We provide a safe place, professional support, and the tools to help. Bringing Balance to Mind, Body & Spirit. Now available, ongoing supervision for clinicians in group or individual format. 45 years of clinical experience and training in many modalities, under many well known teachers, brings a depth that incorporates East and West, spiritual and energetic aspects of wellness and healing.
Whether your grief is from recent or long ago, the result of a death, divorce, recent diagnosis, or any other life transition.
Have you ever felt stuck? Misunderstood? Do you find yourself wondering why life still feels so hard? Questioning what's wrong with you? Does it feel like you've lost yourself? Whether you are grieving the death of a loved one, a diagnosis, or any other life loss, it can feel destabilizing. This often creates a vicious cycle of emotional isolation, distraction/avoidance, feeling like you need to keep busy, hoping "time will heal" your pain and feeling the need to "be strong." This cycle unfortunately only perpetuates our pain. You aren't alone, and this isn't your fault this feels so hard to hold.
Whether your grief is from recent or long ago, the result of a death, divorce, recent diagnosis, or any other life transition.
Have you ever felt stuck? Misunderstood? Do you find yourself wondering why life still feels so hard? Questioning what's wrong with you? Does it feel like you've lost yourself? Whether you are grieving the death of a loved one, a diagnosis, or any other life loss, it can feel destabilizing. This often creates a vicious cycle of emotional isolation, distraction/avoidance, feeling like you need to keep busy, hoping "time will heal" your pain and feeling the need to "be strong." This cycle unfortunately only perpetuates our pain. You aren't alone, and this isn't your fault this feels so hard to hold.
My work focuses on challenges of self-esteem, anxiety, sadness, bullying, divorce.
My approach is positive, affirming and reassuring, helping make simple but profound changes to re-build healthy relationships and find resilient solutions to sticky problems. I use Emotionally Focused Family Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness Training and Narrative Practices.
My work focuses on challenges of self-esteem, anxiety, sadness, bullying, divorce.
My approach is positive, affirming and reassuring, helping make simple but profound changes to re-build healthy relationships and find resilient solutions to sticky problems. I use Emotionally Focused Family Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness Training and Narrative Practices.
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Divorce Counsellors
How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.
What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.
When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.
How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.