Family Therapy in Hamilton, ON
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Cortney Pasternak Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, OAMHP, CCPA
Verified
Verified
I hold a Master's degree from the University of Toronto and have more advanced training in couples and
family therapy
, cognitive, mindfulness therapies, EFT, EFFT, IFS, etc.
My specialties include anxiety, depression, stress, life and career transitions, grief, marriage and relationship conflicts, dating, and parenting. I realize there is rarely one issue and it takes courage to ask for help. I offer a safe, sincere and supportive environment to share, reflect upon, and experience positive growth from the issues you bring to counselling. I work with individuals, couples and families and have over 20 years of experience helping people share their stories and struggles -- to feel heard and understood.
Waitlist for new clients

Erin Poole
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Areas of special interest/ experience include: grief/ loss; end-of-life/ caregiver support; social phobia; complex relational trauma; neurodiversity; coming out; gender questioning/ transition; internalized homo/ bi/ transphobia; spiritual concerns; religious trauma; conversion 'therapy'/ SOGIECE trauma; relationship therapy;
family therapy
.
My approach is affirming, neurodiversity-affirming, collaborative, emotion-focused, and integrative, creating space for meaning-making and a diverse range of identities. I have 13 years of experience in health care, working with people of varied ethno-cultural backgrounds, and have completed Indigenous cultural safety/ anti-racism training. I've worked with 2S and LGBTQIA+ people in group settings and individually. (Please note that I'm unable to write a second letter of assessment, but can refer.) My office is in a building that is accessible and a positive space.

Maryanne Hicks
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
Maryanne's areas of focus are depression/anxiety,
family
life, self-esteem and life challenges, coping strategies and stress.
Maryanne Hicks is a Registered Social Worker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work, an undergraduate degree in Sociology and a Diploma in Early Childhood Education. Maryanne has extensive work experience in various settings, including but not limited to counselling adults, families and couples, child welfare, and children’s mental health. Maryanne’s compassionate listening style is non-judgemental and encourages clients to engage openly in their therapeutic journey.

Grace Elizabeth Chanicka
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am an experienced, caring counsellor and a Masters level registered clinical social worker with a passion for helping people manage life difficulties. With a background in child welfare, I offer over 15 years of experience in
family
-centered, strengths-based work with children, youth, and families. I specialize in engaging families in telling their stories in order to identify their strengths, worries, trauma histories, and stressors. I recognize that respect, listening, and helping individuals to find their own solutions is important for their mental health and well-being. I strive for authentic engagement with my clients.

Michelle Marshman
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MACP, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I worked in child protection for over five years, and understand how complex
family
systems are.
Virtual care: NT, ONT. Sometimes things don't go as we expected, and it can have a significant impact on how we think and feel. Relationships, of all kinds, can be challenging, and sometimes you just need someone to talk to. Problems can feel like they are taking up all the space in your mind, and weighing you completely down. I can help you unravel those thoughts and feelings, cope, and find happiness again. About me: I grew up in Iqaluit and, later, Yellowknife - I've lived all over Canada and am a passionate mental health advocate. NIHB/MMIWG provider.

Jennifer Mukiibi Koops
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified
Verified
Our lives are impacted by many facets, including nature, nurture,
family
dynamics, society, and cultural & spiritual influences. It is our unique challenge to find our way to manage and grow through our individual challenges. Therapy can help to navigate these difficult times in our lives. With trust, compassion, openness, and non-judgement, I work with people of all types on a variety of issues, including processing trauma,
family
relationships, personal growth, anxiety and depression.

Danielle Birkland
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I use evidence-based modalities such as Trauma Informed Therapy, DBT, Narrative Therapy, CBT, Mindfulness, and Internal
Family
Systems.
Feeling anxious? Dysregulated? Stressed? Want to make a change in your life but are unsure where to begin? Are you avoiding things you once loved or struggling in your relationships and unsure how to make the pattern stop? Let’s work together to unlock your strengths, explore your worries and deepen your understanding of why you make the choices you do. It’s time for you to start trusting your emotions, saying goodbye to unhelpful coping strategies and building confidence in yourself. I have been practicing since 2009 and have successfully supported countless individuals to start healing and live as the best versions of themselves.

Zeb Demaiter
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi! I'm Zeb and I work with children, youth and their caregivers. I understand that when a young person is experiencing emotional or behavioural problems it reorganizes the way that a whole
family
functions. I believe that better understanding our own emotions and the emotions of others is the key to helping make positive change in the lives of children and families.

Jennifer Lane
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I also offer
family therapy
in instances where there are children or other relatives involved that are essential to the
family
unit.
It can be incredibly difficult to navigate relationships - between each individual, plus the partnership(s), there are a lot of complex thoughts, feelings and emotions. LGBTQ+ relationships and polyamorous relationships can be even more difficult to navigate once we consider added concerns such as marginalization, discrimination, additional partners, parenting, and more. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for you and your partner(s) to discuss areas of concern, regardless of how your relationship is structured.

Claire Gosselin, Counselling and Supervision
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP, RMFT
Verified
Verified
I specializing in trauma, grief and loss, sudden life changes, end-of-life, anxieties, relationships, individual therapy, marriage and
family therapy
, personal growth, self-awareness, exploring existential questioning, spirituality, and meaning making.
Full- not accepting new clients- I work with individuals and supervise Inter-Personal Growth Groups. Based on an assessment with you, we determine the best approach to meet your goals, and emotional needs towards personal health and growth. A few of the therapeutic approaches I use include, but not limited to, CBT which highlights thoughts, dysfunctional (unhelpful) thinking, and assumptions. We explore the unique meaning you make of situations and events. I also use Emotionally Focussed Therapy, mindfulness techniques that rely on neurosciences to restore emotional integrity, narrative therapy, and reconstruction therapy.
Not accepting new clients

Marlene Traficante
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Marlene is trained in Emotion Focused Therapy, Emotion Focused Skills Training, and traditional
Family
Systems therapy.
Practicing as a clinical social worker in the field of mental health for over 25 years, Marlene is committed to helping young and older adult folks to better understand and be with their emotional experiences.
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Rosetta Racco
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, BA, ECE
Verified
Verified
Presently, I work with mixed modalities and use different therapeutic techniques to meet individual and
family
needs.
I have been working with children, adolescents, families and people with ASD of all ages for 30 years. I’m a neurodivergent affirming psychotherapist and also have experience working with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Attachment, Trauma, Transgender Teens, OCD, Social & Relationship Skills, LGBTQ2s+ ,Executive Functioning & Emotional Regulation. I use a personalized approach with each individual, includes psychodynamic psychotherapy, the use of assessment tools, individual interviews, child developmental and adult history, attachment theories, sensorimotor activities, play and art-based therapy, CBT, and mindfulness.

Jenni Shea
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, BEd, BA Hons
Verified
Verified
Relationships,
family
, trauma and perfectionism are topics I understand through study and experience as a human, partner and parent in this world.
Perhaps you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, conflicted inside, easily triggered, or beat up by an inner critic. Perhaps you are dealing with infidelity, gaslighting or struggling in your relationships. Maybe you are ready to deal with a difficult childhood. Or maybe there are two (or more) of you ready to work on your relationship. Whatever your reason is for coming, I'm glad you are here. I can offer a down-to-earth, caring and validating space where together we can begin to address the things that are hurting you.
Hamilton, ON L8P
& Online
Not accepting new clients

Christine Silva
BScN, RN
I take a holistic approach to stress, anxiety and burnout. I help overwhelmed women, especially moms, who are struggling to manage their stress, anxiety and burnout. As a mom of 2 special needs children, I understand your need to rediscover who you are and reconnect with your spouse. I understand your goals for better time management & organization skills. i can help you gain clarity as to why you are crying or angry all the time, especially at your
family
, maybe even at yourself.

Jessica Aubertin
Registered Social Worker, RSSW
Verified
Verified
Sometimes we just need somebody we can trust! I have a natural ability to empathize with your experiences which helps with building a genuine, trusting relationship. This relationship will be the foundation of our work together. I have been working in the mental health field for over 15 years and have developed many skills both professionally as well as personally through my own life experiences. I have been learning how to intergrade IFS ( Internal
Family
Systems aka "Parts" ) into my practice.

Tyler M Brown
Psychiatric Nurse, RPN
Verified
Verified
My practice offers individual, couple and
family therapy
in person , or via Zoom at the clients request.
I am a Registered Practical Nurse, Psychotherapist with training in mental health and addiction. I combined the art and science of therapy to help my clients. My practice is focused on mental health and addiction, healthcare professionals and families. Particularly, I have skill in marriage couple and
family therapy
. I specialized training in treating Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), eating disorders, addictions, anxiety disorders and depression. In addition, I also worked competently with marriage, couple and
family therapy
. I am committed to restoring optimal mental health, and physical an emotional wellbeing.

Matt Penman
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Matt (he/him) and I have worked for over 10 years with many children and youth and their caregivers. Through this time I have supported clients experiencing social anxiety, separation anxiety, OCD, generalized anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, parent-child conflict, school avoidance, and
family
conflict. I believe in using human-centered approaches and partnering with clients in their healing journey. I have been trained in various therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Emotion Focused
Family Therapy
, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.
Hamilton, ON L8R
& Online

Julia Sormaz
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS My name is Julia Sormaz and I have a desire for supporting individuals from a client-centered approach, meeting clients where they're at and working in collaboration to provide effective help. I have a masters degree in counselling Psychology, Bachelor degree in Psychology and Post-Graduate Certificate in addictions and mental health. I have extensive experience working with individuals who have been struggling with substance use, behavioural concerns,
family
and parenting challenges and mental health. I have been working in the field of addictions for six years supporting clients from different age groups.

Amunpreet Dhaliwal
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
In therapy I aim to walk alongside you –meeting you with authenticity, openness, and trust. At our core we as humans have an innate desire to form meaningful connections. I'm passionate about supporting clients in exploring the nuances and complexities of relationships. I specialize in supporting clients struggling with
family
conflict, communicating needs & boundaries, generational trauma, co-dependency, inner-child work, and in navigating parent-child relationships in adulthood. I'm also passionate about supporting women in perinatal & postnatal mental health, encouraging them to take up space in tending to themselves.

Krista MacKenzie
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RSSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We all deserve and are capable of having fulfilling relationships, whether that be with our partner, friends,
family
, or most importantly ourselves.
Welcome, you have taken the first step in putting YOU first. I strongly believe that you are the expert of your own life, and I offer support and tools to help you find your way back to being the healthiest version of you. I have experience working with both individuals and couples and provide a space for you to come alone or together to explore your path to healing. I have experience supporting people with complex mental health concerns, with a focus on relationship issues/conflict, anger, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and suicidality.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.