Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Innisfil, ON
I create a safe and welcoming space where individuals and families can be heard, equipped and supported in facing life’s challenges. In therapy, we can identify useful skills, available resources, and innate strengths to create sustainable strategies for long-term wellbeing. Relaxation, self-regulation and effective communication are just three of the techniques we can explore as you progress towards your own wellness goals at your own pace.
I create a safe and welcoming space where individuals and families can be heard, equipped and supported in facing life’s challenges. In therapy, we can identify useful skills, available resources, and innate strengths to create sustainable strategies for long-term wellbeing. Relaxation, self-regulation and effective communication are just three of the techniques we can explore as you progress towards your own wellness goals at your own pace.
Valerie Anderson - Anderson Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
In today’s fast-paced environment, it is normal to encounter challenges. Recognizing difficulties is not a weakness, but an important step toward recovery.
Seeking support-whether individually, as a couple, or as a family-is a proactive approach to well-being.
You do not have to face these challenges alone.
In today’s fast-paced environment, it is normal to encounter challenges. Recognizing difficulties is not a weakness, but an important step toward recovery.
Seeking support-whether individually, as a couple, or as a family-is a proactive approach to well-being.
You do not have to face these challenges alone.
Anxiety, Depression, Loss of Direction in Life, Grief, Pet Loss, School Stress... These are all aspects of being human and with this, life can be beautiful and challenging. Life can brings moments of suffering and change that can make each day feel tough. Sometimes we just need someone to talk to as we navigate our ups and downs. Healing doesn’t follow a straight line—and you don’t have to walk it alone.
Anxiety, Depression, Loss of Direction in Life, Grief, Pet Loss, School Stress... These are all aspects of being human and with this, life can be beautiful and challenging. Life can brings moments of suffering and change that can make each day feel tough. Sometimes we just need someone to talk to as we navigate our ups and downs. Healing doesn’t follow a straight line—and you don’t have to walk it alone.
Monthly complimentary case consultation for physicians and educators. Treatment is based on effective strategies supported by the latest research in various psychology areas, such as psychotherapy, brain science, neuropsychology, learning, decision-making, and behavioural economics. Do you think you have adult ADHD? Do you or your child have difficulty with learning? If you have trouble completing tasks, are disorganized, and have a busy mind, you are showing signs of attentional difficulties. You may notice difficulties with relationships, work, academics, understanding, and memory. We provide assessments and therapy to help you.
Monthly complimentary case consultation for physicians and educators. Treatment is based on effective strategies supported by the latest research in various psychology areas, such as psychotherapy, brain science, neuropsychology, learning, decision-making, and behavioural economics. Do you think you have adult ADHD? Do you or your child have difficulty with learning? If you have trouble completing tasks, are disorganized, and have a busy mind, you are showing signs of attentional difficulties. You may notice difficulties with relationships, work, academics, understanding, and memory. We provide assessments and therapy to help you.
If you grew up without feeling consistently understood, supported, or emotionally safe, those experiences may still be affecting you today. You may find yourself avoiding conflict, constantly walking on eggshells, feeling overly responsible for others’ emotions, or having difficulty trusting your own. Maybe you’ve always wondered why your needs felt like “too much” or why the idea of setting a boundary brings up guilt, anxiety, anger, or silence. Even as an adult, interactions with a parent may leave you feeling unseen, dismissed, emotionally drained.
If you grew up without feeling consistently understood, supported, or emotionally safe, those experiences may still be affecting you today. You may find yourself avoiding conflict, constantly walking on eggshells, feeling overly responsible for others’ emotions, or having difficulty trusting your own. Maybe you’ve always wondered why your needs felt like “too much” or why the idea of setting a boundary brings up guilt, anxiety, anger, or silence. Even as an adult, interactions with a parent may leave you feeling unseen, dismissed, emotionally drained.
Your relationship is full of challenges, you feel disconnected and can't reach a compromise. You are in a life transition to parenthood and cannot seem to find your footing or figure out why you feel so anxious and overwhelmed. In a world of "self-care" you find that nothing is helping and that you are failing those around you as well as yourself. These challenges continue to impact supports, your ability to work and engage in social interactions. I support individuals and couples as they navigate challenges with well-being including trust, stress, isolation, burnout, perinatal stages, mental health, trauma and addictions.
Your relationship is full of challenges, you feel disconnected and can't reach a compromise. You are in a life transition to parenthood and cannot seem to find your footing or figure out why you feel so anxious and overwhelmed. In a world of "self-care" you find that nothing is helping and that you are failing those around you as well as yourself. These challenges continue to impact supports, your ability to work and engage in social interactions. I support individuals and couples as they navigate challenges with well-being including trust, stress, isolation, burnout, perinatal stages, mental health, trauma and addictions.
My approach is integrative and collaborative, drawing from evidence-based methods such as the Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Welcome to Therapy Heals! I help couples navigate those moments of disconnection and rediscover the closeness they long for. Whether you’re facing communication challenges, rebuilding trust after infidelity, managing conflict, or simply hoping to feel more understood by your partner, I offer a supportive space to explore what’s not working and create meaningful change together.
I specialize working with individuals experiencing post-partum mental health challenges, infertility, PCOS, endometriosis, chronic pain, anxiety, depression, ADHD and grief.
My approach is integrative and collaborative, drawing from evidence-based methods such as the Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Welcome to Therapy Heals! I help couples navigate those moments of disconnection and rediscover the closeness they long for. Whether you’re facing communication challenges, rebuilding trust after infidelity, managing conflict, or simply hoping to feel more understood by your partner, I offer a supportive space to explore what’s not working and create meaningful change together.
I specialize working with individuals experiencing post-partum mental health challenges, infertility, PCOS, endometriosis, chronic pain, anxiety, depression, ADHD and grief.
I take an integrative, client centered approach drawing from CBT, DBT, and trauma informed practices.
Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure where to begin. I help teens and adults better understand themselves, manage anxiety, and create meaningful change. My approach is warm, grounded, and collaborative, focused on building trust and helping you feel seen and supported. I often work with neurodivergent clients, including those with ADHD or Autism, as well as teens struggling with emotional regulation, anger, executive functioning, or accepting a new diagnosis. Together, we'll build practical tools while creating a space where you can feel understood without judgment.
I take an integrative, client centered approach drawing from CBT, DBT, and trauma informed practices.
Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure where to begin. I help teens and adults better understand themselves, manage anxiety, and create meaningful change. My approach is warm, grounded, and collaborative, focused on building trust and helping you feel seen and supported. I often work with neurodivergent clients, including those with ADHD or Autism, as well as teens struggling with emotional regulation, anger, executive functioning, or accepting a new diagnosis. Together, we'll build practical tools while creating a space where you can feel understood without judgment.
I take a trauma informed and strength based approach, drawing from CBT, DBT, and Trauma Focused CBT.
Many of the people I work with are navigating anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, or major life transitions that have left them feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure where to turn next. My goal is to create a space that feels safe, collaborative, and real — a space where you can show up fully, explore what’s been heavy to carry, and begin reconnecting with your strengths, confidence, and sense of calm. Together, we’ll move at your pace, in your time, toward meaningful and lasting change.
I take a trauma informed and strength based approach, drawing from CBT, DBT, and Trauma Focused CBT.
Many of the people I work with are navigating anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, or major life transitions that have left them feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure where to turn next. My goal is to create a space that feels safe, collaborative, and real — a space where you can show up fully, explore what’s been heavy to carry, and begin reconnecting with your strengths, confidence, and sense of calm. Together, we’ll move at your pace, in your time, toward meaningful and lasting change.
Krishe holds a Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Windsor and an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from York University. Krishe is committed to creating a compassionate, collaborative, and non-judgmental therapeutic space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. Her approach is not about quick fixes but rather about working together to understand what is being carried, uncover patterns, and build a life that feels more in line with your values and sustainable over time.
Krishe holds a Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Windsor and an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from York University. Krishe is committed to creating a compassionate, collaborative, and non-judgmental therapeutic space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. Her approach is not about quick fixes but rather about working together to understand what is being carried, uncover patterns, and build a life that feels more in line with your values and sustainable over time.
Anxiety/Stress/People-Pleasing/Perfectionism/Self-Esteem- You feel exhausted most of the time and can't seem to get any work done. You have trouble relaxing because your mind is constantly racing with stress and worries. It is hard to "shut off" and your body is feeling the effects of prolonged stress. Your never ending to-do list just keeps getting bigger and you feel overwhelmed by life in general. If these statements resonate with you, you might be struggling with chronic stress and anxiety. Possibly even dealing with poor work-life balance and are on the brink of burnout. You've come to the right place to get back on track!
Anxiety/Stress/People-Pleasing/Perfectionism/Self-Esteem- You feel exhausted most of the time and can't seem to get any work done. You have trouble relaxing because your mind is constantly racing with stress and worries. It is hard to "shut off" and your body is feeling the effects of prolonged stress. Your never ending to-do list just keeps getting bigger and you feel overwhelmed by life in general. If these statements resonate with you, you might be struggling with chronic stress and anxiety. Possibly even dealing with poor work-life balance and are on the brink of burnout. You've come to the right place to get back on track!
My approach is collaborative and client-centered, integrating EMDR, CBT, DBT, EFT, and IFS, tailored to your needs.
Welcome—I’m glad you’re here. Are you feeling stuck in familiar patterns, replaying past experiences, or finding relationships challenging? Do you feel overwhelmed, emotionally blocked, or unsure how to move forward? As an EMDR practitioner, I support clients navigating these experiences using a compassionate, trauma-informed approach. I bring both professional training and personal experience with EMDR, having seen its powerful capacity for change. Together, we’ll gently explore what’s holding you back and build insight, practical tools, and lasting relief—at your pace.
My approach is collaborative and client-centered, integrating EMDR, CBT, DBT, EFT, and IFS, tailored to your needs.
Welcome—I’m glad you’re here. Are you feeling stuck in familiar patterns, replaying past experiences, or finding relationships challenging? Do you feel overwhelmed, emotionally blocked, or unsure how to move forward? As an EMDR practitioner, I support clients navigating these experiences using a compassionate, trauma-informed approach. I bring both professional training and personal experience with EMDR, having seen its powerful capacity for change. Together, we’ll gently explore what’s holding you back and build insight, practical tools, and lasting relief—at your pace.
I use an integrative approach including CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, somatic approaches, and Exposure and Response Prevention for anxiety and OCD.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you have felt misunderstood, judged, or unseen in other spaces. You may be navigating anxiety, OCD, panic, questions around identity, relationships, or self worth. I work with clients seeking therapy that feels affirming, non judgmental, and grounded in emotional safety, where you do not need to explain or defend who you are in order to be supported.
I use an integrative approach including CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, somatic approaches, and Exposure and Response Prevention for anxiety and OCD.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you have felt misunderstood, judged, or unseen in other spaces. You may be navigating anxiety, OCD, panic, questions around identity, relationships, or self worth. I work with clients seeking therapy that feels affirming, non judgmental, and grounded in emotional safety, where you do not need to explain or defend who you are in order to be supported.
Therapy Heals Psychotherapy and Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MSW, RSW, RP
Innisfil, ON L9S
Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, sad or frustrated ? Is this impacting your day to day life and/or affecting your relationships? If you struggle with any of these emotions and don't know know where to turn, we can help! At Therapy Heals we offer a custom approach for each of our clients! We want to understand where you are now and the challenges impacting your ability to feel your best and be happy. We offer a safe space with in-person or virtual appointments to suit your schedule so that you can begin your journey to healing.
Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, sad or frustrated ? Is this impacting your day to day life and/or affecting your relationships? If you struggle with any of these emotions and don't know know where to turn, we can help! At Therapy Heals we offer a custom approach for each of our clients! We want to understand where you are now and the challenges impacting your ability to feel your best and be happy. We offer a safe space with in-person or virtual appointments to suit your schedule so that you can begin your journey to healing.
NO-WAIT list & In-Person appts! Anxiety/ Stress, ADHD, Couples/Relationships, Teens, Depression, OCD - You feel overwhelmed and stressed resulting in a cycle of negative thoughts. Perhaps you have trouble focusing and completing tasks which results in procrastination and hopelessness. It’s starting to take a toll on your self-esteem and you can’t find the motivation to make changes. Don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place! I am here to support you through this difficult time and to help you get back on track to the life you want to live.
NO-WAIT list & In-Person appts! Anxiety/ Stress, ADHD, Couples/Relationships, Teens, Depression, OCD - You feel overwhelmed and stressed resulting in a cycle of negative thoughts. Perhaps you have trouble focusing and completing tasks which results in procrastination and hopelessness. It’s starting to take a toll on your self-esteem and you can’t find the motivation to make changes. Don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place! I am here to support you through this difficult time and to help you get back on track to the life you want to live.
I am deeply inspired by the courage it takes to step into therapy and begin a journey of self-awareness and personal growth. I believe that increased awareness creates space for meaningful change, and that therapy offers a supportive and collaborative environment to explore this process. In sessions, clients are met with genuine attention, respect, and curiosity as they share their experiences, including both tears and laughter. Together, we can identify areas for growth and work toward positive, sustainable change at any age or life stage.
I am deeply inspired by the courage it takes to step into therapy and begin a journey of self-awareness and personal growth. I believe that increased awareness creates space for meaningful change, and that therapy offers a supportive and collaborative environment to explore this process. In sessions, clients are met with genuine attention, respect, and curiosity as they share their experiences, including both tears and laughter. Together, we can identify areas for growth and work toward positive, sustainable change at any age or life stage.
I conduct my work through a relational client-centred lens drawing from DBT, mindfulness, strengths-based approaches and neuroaffirming care.
Sometimes reaching out for support can feel uncomfortable—like maybe you should be able to handle things on your own, or like asking for help means something is wrong with you. Those thoughts can be heavy and isolating, especially when you’re already doing your best just to get through the day. If you’ve ever felt unsure about where to begin or whether you’ll be understood, you’re not alone. I offer a calm, welcoming space where you don’t have to edit yourself or have all the answers. I move at whatever pace that aligns with you, as this is a space where your story matters, and where you get to show up just as you are.
I conduct my work through a relational client-centred lens drawing from DBT, mindfulness, strengths-based approaches and neuroaffirming care.
Sometimes reaching out for support can feel uncomfortable—like maybe you should be able to handle things on your own, or like asking for help means something is wrong with you. Those thoughts can be heavy and isolating, especially when you’re already doing your best just to get through the day. If you’ve ever felt unsure about where to begin or whether you’ll be understood, you’re not alone. I offer a calm, welcoming space where you don’t have to edit yourself or have all the answers. I move at whatever pace that aligns with you, as this is a space where your story matters, and where you get to show up just as you are.
Anxiety/Stress, ADHD, Child/Parenting, Emotion Regulation, Grief- Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed and exhausted, and it's starting to take a toll on your parenting, work, relationships, and personal life. Your emotions are becoming harder to "control" and you feel like you're breaking down. Life is starting to feel daunting & hopeless and you're unsure how to get out of this rut, possibly turning to unhealthy coping methods. If this sounds like you, I'm here to help you overcome the emotional burnout and start making positive changes towards the person, parent, and partner you want to be.
Anxiety/Stress, ADHD, Child/Parenting, Emotion Regulation, Grief- Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed and exhausted, and it's starting to take a toll on your parenting, work, relationships, and personal life. Your emotions are becoming harder to "control" and you feel like you're breaking down. Life is starting to feel daunting & hopeless and you're unsure how to get out of this rut, possibly turning to unhealthy coping methods. If this sounds like you, I'm here to help you overcome the emotional burnout and start making positive changes towards the person, parent, and partner you want to be.
I integrate EMDR, DBT, and mindfulness-based approaches to help you process difficult experiences, explore stuck patterns, and build practical skills for emotional regulation and coping.
Do you tend to put others’ needs before your own? Are you feeling overwhelmed by a major life transition, or carrying the weight of grief or loss? As a Registered Psychotherapist, I offer collaborative, comprehensive care tailored specifically to you. Together, we can create a path toward meaningful growth and healing—empowering you to move forward with resilience and clarity.
I integrate EMDR, DBT, and mindfulness-based approaches to help you process difficult experiences, explore stuck patterns, and build practical skills for emotional regulation and coping.
Do you tend to put others’ needs before your own? Are you feeling overwhelmed by a major life transition, or carrying the weight of grief or loss? As a Registered Psychotherapist, I offer collaborative, comprehensive care tailored specifically to you. Together, we can create a path toward meaningful growth and healing—empowering you to move forward with resilience and clarity.
NO WAIT-LIST! OCD, ADHD, Anxiety/Depression, Self-Esteem, Child/Teen & Parent Coaching! Life can feel exhausting when every little thing seems overwhelming and you can’t turn off your racing mind. Maybe you’re juggling a million responsibilities but still feel like you’re falling behind, struggling to focus, or lacking the motivation to make changes- even though you want to. The stress, anxiety, and constant pressure can take a toll on your mood, self-esteem, and relationships. And if you’re a parent, navigating family challenges or figuring out how to best support your child can feel especially heavy, leaving you unsure what to do.
NO WAIT-LIST! OCD, ADHD, Anxiety/Depression, Self-Esteem, Child/Teen & Parent Coaching! Life can feel exhausting when every little thing seems overwhelming and you can’t turn off your racing mind. Maybe you’re juggling a million responsibilities but still feel like you’re falling behind, struggling to focus, or lacking the motivation to make changes- even though you want to. The stress, anxiety, and constant pressure can take a toll on your mood, self-esteem, and relationships. And if you’re a parent, navigating family challenges or figuring out how to best support your child can feel especially heavy, leaving you unsure what to do.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Counsellors
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behaviour and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behaviour, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioural change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behaviour; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.