Spirituality Therapists in Hamilton, ON
I'm glad you're here! I’m Sam - I specialize in supporting people who feel weighed down by anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma. Even simple tasks can feel impossible. Some days it's hard to answer a text, brush your teeth, or imagine a future without this pain. Together we can work gently toward relief, self-understanding, and building hope. My approach is collaborative and trauma-informed as we find steadier ground and reconnect you with the parts of yourself that feel lost.
I'm glad you're here! I’m Sam - I specialize in supporting people who feel weighed down by anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma. Even simple tasks can feel impossible. Some days it's hard to answer a text, brush your teeth, or imagine a future without this pain. Together we can work gently toward relief, self-understanding, and building hope. My approach is collaborative and trauma-informed as we find steadier ground and reconnect you with the parts of yourself that feel lost.
Hello and welcome to my page. I believe the relationship between a therapist and a client is a sacred and safe place. It provides a sense of safety and acceptance to best support healing and growth. Imagine... a space where you can share what needs to be heard, feel your way through complex emotions, process the blocks that hold you back and learn healthy ways of coping. You will be given tools to reduce stress, practice healthy communication and be with the things that scare you. " Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it." -Rumi
Hello and welcome to my page. I believe the relationship between a therapist and a client is a sacred and safe place. It provides a sense of safety and acceptance to best support healing and growth. Imagine... a space where you can share what needs to be heard, feel your way through complex emotions, process the blocks that hold you back and learn healthy ways of coping. You will be given tools to reduce stress, practice healthy communication and be with the things that scare you. " Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it." -Rumi
I work with adults who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or uncertain as they navigate grief, loss, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, or questions of identity, meaning, and spirituality.
My work is trauma-informed and grounded in a systems lens, recognizing how relationships, past experiences, and broader contexts shape our inner worlds. I approach therapy holistically, attending to the interconnectedness of body, mind, emotions, and spirit.
I work with adults who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or uncertain as they navigate grief, loss, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, or questions of identity, meaning, and spirituality.
My work is trauma-informed and grounded in a systems lens, recognizing how relationships, past experiences, and broader contexts shape our inner worlds. I approach therapy holistically, attending to the interconnectedness of body, mind, emotions, and spirit.
Klara Siber-Simic, Psychotherapy and Supervision
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, MHSc, RP
Hamilton, ON L8P
At Steps to Heal Psychotherapy, I provide compassionate, evidence-informed psychotherapy for adults and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, chronic illness, and questions of meaning and purpose. I also offer clinical supervision for Registered Psychotherapists and qualifying professionals, fostering reflective practice, ethical decision-making, professional growth, and spiritually integrated psychotherapy in a collaborative, supportive learning environment.
At Steps to Heal Psychotherapy, I provide compassionate, evidence-informed psychotherapy for adults and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, chronic illness, and questions of meaning and purpose. I also offer clinical supervision for Registered Psychotherapists and qualifying professionals, fostering reflective practice, ethical decision-making, professional growth, and spiritually integrated psychotherapy in a collaborative, supportive learning environment.
Each person carries an authentic Self that may become obscured but is never truly lost. As an integrative and holistic practitioner, I work to create space where you can listen more closely to your own thoughts, emotions, body, values, and inner wisdom so that you can begin living in greater alignment with who you are. This process is not about striving for perfection or finding quick answers. It is about cultivating curiosity, self-compassion, and the courage to grow. It is about reclaiming the parts of yourself that have been silenced, overlooked, or forgotten, and integrating them into a life that feels more whole and meaningful.
Each person carries an authentic Self that may become obscured but is never truly lost. As an integrative and holistic practitioner, I work to create space where you can listen more closely to your own thoughts, emotions, body, values, and inner wisdom so that you can begin living in greater alignment with who you are. This process is not about striving for perfection or finding quick answers. It is about cultivating curiosity, self-compassion, and the courage to grow. It is about reclaiming the parts of yourself that have been silenced, overlooked, or forgotten, and integrating them into a life that feels more whole and meaningful.
I help people overcome anxiety, stress, people-pleasing, and perfectionism? Is this you: maybe you’re navigating a life transition or feeling lost in your sense of self? Maybe you feel a constant heaviness, knots in your stomach, or like your mind is always racing? Maybe you’re feeling burnt out, exhausted, or losing hope that things will ever change? But if you're hoping for a life that feels different—or, dare I say, better—you're not alone. Together, we’ll build coping tools to help you stop overthinking, find more calm, and reconnect with your authentic self. If you're thinking, "yes, that's me," let's start with a free consult!
I help people overcome anxiety, stress, people-pleasing, and perfectionism? Is this you: maybe you’re navigating a life transition or feeling lost in your sense of self? Maybe you feel a constant heaviness, knots in your stomach, or like your mind is always racing? Maybe you’re feeling burnt out, exhausted, or losing hope that things will ever change? But if you're hoping for a life that feels different—or, dare I say, better—you're not alone. Together, we’ll build coping tools to help you stop overthinking, find more calm, and reconnect with your authentic self. If you're thinking, "yes, that's me," let's start with a free consult!
I specialize in treating mental health and relationship issues for individuals, couples, families, and church leaders. If you feel discouraged and disoriented in your relationships, mental health or faith life, breathe easy knowing that you don't have to struggle alone, and together we can make a roadmap to healing together. If any of the following concerns are familiar, you've found the right place: relationship issues, church hurt, anxiety/panic, trauma and/or abuse, stress or burnout, low self-worth, guilt and shame, life and family transitions, spiritual or existential questions, and pornography addictions.
I specialize in treating mental health and relationship issues for individuals, couples, families, and church leaders. If you feel discouraged and disoriented in your relationships, mental health or faith life, breathe easy knowing that you don't have to struggle alone, and together we can make a roadmap to healing together. If any of the following concerns are familiar, you've found the right place: relationship issues, church hurt, anxiety/panic, trauma and/or abuse, stress or burnout, low self-worth, guilt and shame, life and family transitions, spiritual or existential questions, and pornography addictions.
A loss of sense of self can impact daily life, relationships, and overall fulfillment, leaving many people feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or uncertain as they navigate both personal and external expectations. In the midst of life’s pressures, discovering a grounded and authentic self can seem challenging, and without addressing this inner conflict, feelings of disconnection and low selfworth may deepen. But even when it feels difficult, rediscovering your authentic self is within reach. By taking time to reflect on what truly matters, your values, passions, and inner strengths, you can begin to regain that confidence.
A loss of sense of self can impact daily life, relationships, and overall fulfillment, leaving many people feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or uncertain as they navigate both personal and external expectations. In the midst of life’s pressures, discovering a grounded and authentic self can seem challenging, and without addressing this inner conflict, feelings of disconnection and low selfworth may deepen. But even when it feels difficult, rediscovering your authentic self is within reach. By taking time to reflect on what truly matters, your values, passions, and inner strengths, you can begin to regain that confidence.
Overwhelmed? Alone? Stuck ? Are you experiencing a transition in your life that seems unbearable? Are you feeling angst and anxiety that has overtaken your daily schedule? My approach is client centered, warm and non judgmental. I feel it is important to create a safe space for all individuals. I think addressing the whole individual (mind, body, and soul) is imperative to healing. For those who prefer, I am willing to discuss existential questions like “Who am I?, What is my life’s purpose?, What is my mission in life?”
Overwhelmed? Alone? Stuck ? Are you experiencing a transition in your life that seems unbearable? Are you feeling angst and anxiety that has overtaken your daily schedule? My approach is client centered, warm and non judgmental. I feel it is important to create a safe space for all individuals. I think addressing the whole individual (mind, body, and soul) is imperative to healing. For those who prefer, I am willing to discuss existential questions like “Who am I?, What is my life’s purpose?, What is my mission in life?”
In challenging seasons, we all need support in cultivating healing and hope. I have been practicing compassionate psychotherapy with individuals and families for over 12 years. Clients looking for support in mental health challenges, relationship or parenting struggles, grief, as well as those pursuing personal growth, are all welcome.
In challenging seasons, we all need support in cultivating healing and hope. I have been practicing compassionate psychotherapy with individuals and families for over 12 years. Clients looking for support in mental health challenges, relationship or parenting struggles, grief, as well as those pursuing personal growth, are all welcome.
I have created Heart Journey Healing from a place of passion for helping others rediscover who they are at their core and identify what their heart and soul need to feel seen and heard. My goal is to help others gain the awareness and tools to have power over their own lives and decisions, and to build confidence in their ability to not only survive life’s challenges but thrive. I operate from a client-centered approach, empowering you to lead your journey. I'm here to help you overcome challenges and live your healthiest, most empowered life.
I have created Heart Journey Healing from a place of passion for helping others rediscover who they are at their core and identify what their heart and soul need to feel seen and heard. My goal is to help others gain the awareness and tools to have power over their own lives and decisions, and to build confidence in their ability to not only survive life’s challenges but thrive. I operate from a client-centered approach, empowering you to lead your journey. I'm here to help you overcome challenges and live your healthiest, most empowered life.
Many of the people I work with are longing for a deeper relationship with spirituality and a more meaningful way of living it in everyday life.
Therapeutic Animism is a relational approach to counselling grounded in the understanding that wellbeing grows through relationship with ourselves, others, the living world, and what gives life meaning. Sessions may include talk therapy, nervous system support, ritual, symbolism, creativity, parts work, mindfulness, nature reflections, and meaning-making.
Many of the people I work with are longing for a deeper relationship with spirituality and a more meaningful way of living it in everyday life.
Therapeutic Animism is a relational approach to counselling grounded in the understanding that wellbeing grows through relationship with ourselves, others, the living world, and what gives life meaning. Sessions may include talk therapy, nervous system support, ritual, symbolism, creativity, parts work, mindfulness, nature reflections, and meaning-making.
You may be feeling anxious, burdened, or worn down – struggling with relationships, anxiety, grief, trauma, depression, or persistent self-criticism. Perhaps you long not only for relief, but for deeper healing, clarity, and rest. Many people I work with want therapy that goes beyond symptom reduction to engage the whole person – emotionally, relationally, bodily, and meaningfully. This includes those seeking a thoughtful space to make sense of suffering and grow toward a more grounded, purposeful life, as well as Christians who want therapy that takes faith seriously without minimizing psychological complexity.
You may be feeling anxious, burdened, or worn down – struggling with relationships, anxiety, grief, trauma, depression, or persistent self-criticism. Perhaps you long not only for relief, but for deeper healing, clarity, and rest. Many people I work with want therapy that goes beyond symptom reduction to engage the whole person – emotionally, relationally, bodily, and meaningfully. This includes those seeking a thoughtful space to make sense of suffering and grow toward a more grounded, purposeful life, as well as Christians who want therapy that takes faith seriously without minimizing psychological complexity.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, I work with various individuals from different walks of life and together we identify strengths and create meaningful change in difficult circumstances. My experiences in community and in-patient mental health settings strengthen my approach. I specialize in supporting individuals who are navigating the deep impact of trauma in their lives.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, I work with various individuals from different walks of life and together we identify strengths and create meaningful change in difficult circumstances. My experiences in community and in-patient mental health settings strengthen my approach. I specialize in supporting individuals who are navigating the deep impact of trauma in their lives.
If you are growing weary in your efforts to please others and to feel safe in your own body, you are not alone. As a pre-licensed therapist under supervision, I support individuals who are seeking freedom from the weight of their own and others expectations. Perhaps you feel physically and emotionally overwhelmed, carrying a sense that your body is a stumbling block rather than a home. If you feel stuck in traditional talk therapy, I invite you into an inner transformation that feels sacred, creative, and authentically your own.
If you are growing weary in your efforts to please others and to feel safe in your own body, you are not alone. As a pre-licensed therapist under supervision, I support individuals who are seeking freedom from the weight of their own and others expectations. Perhaps you feel physically and emotionally overwhelmed, carrying a sense that your body is a stumbling block rather than a home. If you feel stuck in traditional talk therapy, I invite you into an inner transformation that feels sacred, creative, and authentically your own.
Your religion, spirituality, or culture has become a source of distress, or even suffering—rather than of strength.
You are ready to stop suffering. You are ready to heal…ready to recover. As we work together, you’ll learn how manage your thoughts, feelings, experiences, and memories, in ways that allow you to enjoy peace, have successful relationships, and make the most of your life. I can help you realize your dream of being a whole, integrated person.
Your religion, spirituality, or culture has become a source of distress, or even suffering—rather than of strength.
You are ready to stop suffering. You are ready to heal…ready to recover. As we work together, you’ll learn how manage your thoughts, feelings, experiences, and memories, in ways that allow you to enjoy peace, have successful relationships, and make the most of your life. I can help you realize your dream of being a whole, integrated person.
You might be tired of feeling constantly on edge like your nervous system never really gets a break. Maybe it’s hard to fall asleep, or stay asleep. Certain people, places, or situations leave you feeling unsettled or reactive, even if you can’t always explain why. You might find yourself withdrawing, snapping at the people you care about, or feeling disconnected from your own body. These patterns can take a serious toll not just emotionally, but physically too. If you’re living with the effects of trauma, PTSD, or long-term stress, it can feel like you’re just trying to get through each day. It doesn’t have to stay this way.
You might be tired of feeling constantly on edge like your nervous system never really gets a break. Maybe it’s hard to fall asleep, or stay asleep. Certain people, places, or situations leave you feeling unsettled or reactive, even if you can’t always explain why. You might find yourself withdrawing, snapping at the people you care about, or feeling disconnected from your own body. These patterns can take a serious toll not just emotionally, but physically too. If you’re living with the effects of trauma, PTSD, or long-term stress, it can feel like you’re just trying to get through each day. It doesn’t have to stay this way.
Sojourn Psychotherapy | AF-EMDR and Trauma
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, OCT, CCPT-2
Hamilton, ON L9H
Sojourn Psychotherapy supports survivors of trauma, neglect, grief, and prolonged stress. Teens, men, and women, millennials and Gen-X who have grown up in dysfunctional family systems, and feel the effects of systemic patriarchy and capitalism. This might look like anxiety, depression, complex trauma, BPD, attachment issues, family and interpersonal conflict, dissociation, and infidelity. Trauma shows up in the body, nervous system, beliefs about oneself and the world. Maybe you hate your job, people pleasing, question your marriage, are frustrated you carry a heavier load, or have experienced a Big T-trauma like assault.
Sojourn Psychotherapy supports survivors of trauma, neglect, grief, and prolonged stress. Teens, men, and women, millennials and Gen-X who have grown up in dysfunctional family systems, and feel the effects of systemic patriarchy and capitalism. This might look like anxiety, depression, complex trauma, BPD, attachment issues, family and interpersonal conflict, dissociation, and infidelity. Trauma shows up in the body, nervous system, beliefs about oneself and the world. Maybe you hate your job, people pleasing, question your marriage, are frustrated you carry a heavier load, or have experienced a Big T-trauma like assault.
Sometimes life’s challenges may leave us feeling stuck and we can use a bit of support to help navigate through them. I see my work to be like a lamp post on a dark street, I help to shine some light so you can figure out where you want to go. You might be looking for help in living a more enriching emotional life, improve your relationships with self and others, and have more tools to deal with life’s difficulties and more fully enjoy each moment. My job is to provide you with a safe, compassionate space to explore and enhance your wellness. I know what it's like to sit in the client's chair, I've been there!
Sometimes life’s challenges may leave us feeling stuck and we can use a bit of support to help navigate through them. I see my work to be like a lamp post on a dark street, I help to shine some light so you can figure out where you want to go. You might be looking for help in living a more enriching emotional life, improve your relationships with self and others, and have more tools to deal with life’s difficulties and more fully enjoy each moment. My job is to provide you with a safe, compassionate space to explore and enhance your wellness. I know what it's like to sit in the client's chair, I've been there!
It’s common to resist difficult emotions or feel stuck and uncertain of how to make positive change. Thankfully, there are many ways to heal while also honouring the struggles we walk through. With an unwavering commitment to honouring each individual’s place in my practice, I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space for you to explore your experiences, become better acquainted with yourself, and find deeper meaning within your story.
It’s common to resist difficult emotions or feel stuck and uncertain of how to make positive change. Thankfully, there are many ways to heal while also honouring the struggles we walk through. With an unwavering commitment to honouring each individual’s place in my practice, I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space for you to explore your experiences, become better acquainted with yourself, and find deeper meaning within your story.
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What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?
Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.
What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?
There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviours. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualisation, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.
Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?
Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.
How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?
Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.