Brainspotting Therapists in Kingston, ON
Through approaches like IFS-informed, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and Brainspotting, I help individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, prenatal/postpartum mental health, life transitions, self-esteem, burnout, and grief.
Welcome to my profile, it's nice to see you! Are you finding it hard to regulate your emotions, like you're always "on" and can never calm down? Feel helpless, hopeless, or even find it hard to get up in the morning let alone get through the day? You're not alone! I've been there, wanting to be less harsh on myself, manage intrusive thoughts more effectively, and be more present with my family. It can be a vulnerable process to address our challenges, but so worth it once we reach our goals. Therapy can help you to regulate emotions and challenge thoughts more effectively, process past experiences, and ultimately grow and thrive.
Through approaches like IFS-informed, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and Brainspotting, I help individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, prenatal/postpartum mental health, life transitions, self-esteem, burnout, and grief.
Welcome to my profile, it's nice to see you! Are you finding it hard to regulate your emotions, like you're always "on" and can never calm down? Feel helpless, hopeless, or even find it hard to get up in the morning let alone get through the day? You're not alone! I've been there, wanting to be less harsh on myself, manage intrusive thoughts more effectively, and be more present with my family. It can be a vulnerable process to address our challenges, but so worth it once we reach our goals. Therapy can help you to regulate emotions and challenge thoughts more effectively, process past experiences, and ultimately grow and thrive.
My approach is a combination of Brainspotting, CBT, AEDP, IFS, narrative therapy, and various other psychological theories to offer a holistic approach to meeting client needs, all practiced from a client-centered foundation.
I focus on trauma (acute, chronic, complex, and developmental), PTSD, pornography addiction, and academic motivation. Although I also offer general counselling for a variety of issues and concerns such as depression, anxiety, life direction, career, etc.
My approach is a combination of Brainspotting, CBT, AEDP, IFS, narrative therapy, and various other psychological theories to offer a holistic approach to meeting client needs, all practiced from a client-centered foundation.
I focus on trauma (acute, chronic, complex, and developmental), PTSD, pornography addiction, and academic motivation. Although I also offer general counselling for a variety of issues and concerns such as depression, anxiety, life direction, career, etc.
With clients, I primarily employ the evidence based approaches of Internal Family Systems (IFS) parts work, Brainspotting, Attachment Theory, mindfulness, and Polyvagal Theory.
My other areas of experience include research on the experiences of LGBTQ caregivers, Compassion fatigue, as well as research and trauma work with refugees and immigrants. I also have experience writing psychosocial assessments for refugee claimants.
With clients, I primarily employ the evidence based approaches of Internal Family Systems (IFS) parts work, Brainspotting, Attachment Theory, mindfulness, and Polyvagal Theory.
My other areas of experience include research on the experiences of LGBTQ caregivers, Compassion fatigue, as well as research and trauma work with refugees and immigrants. I also have experience writing psychosocial assessments for refugee claimants.
Neurofeedback actively helps your brain rewire its stress patterns and I use Deep Brain Reorienting and Brainspotting to get to the root of an issue without overwhelm or emotional flooding.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD and exploration of identity. Together we will build your resilience under stress, we will work to reduce symptoms and help you understand and get what you need. You deserve to shed the patterns of the past. You deserve to have the life you love and build the kinds of relationships that fully support your unique self.
Neurofeedback actively helps your brain rewire its stress patterns and I use Deep Brain Reorienting and Brainspotting to get to the root of an issue without overwhelm or emotional flooding.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD and exploration of identity. Together we will build your resilience under stress, we will work to reduce symptoms and help you understand and get what you need. You deserve to shed the patterns of the past. You deserve to have the life you love and build the kinds of relationships that fully support your unique self.
Our clinicians offer cutting edge and best-practice treatment interventions including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), IFS-Informed EMDR, Brainspotting, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.
We are a collective group of psychotherapists working together to help you facilitate meaningful change in your life. At Spear Wellness Centre, holistic and client-centred care is our top priority and we strive to provide a safe and supportive container for your healing journey. Our licenced psychotherapists will hold space for your healing in a compassionate way to create a genuine environment that encourages self-exploration, growth, and transformation. No matter what you are dealing with right now, we believe you are capable of reaching your potential and finding balance, happiness, and meaning in your life.
Our clinicians offer cutting edge and best-practice treatment interventions including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), IFS-Informed EMDR, Brainspotting, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.
We are a collective group of psychotherapists working together to help you facilitate meaningful change in your life. At Spear Wellness Centre, holistic and client-centred care is our top priority and we strive to provide a safe and supportive container for your healing journey. Our licenced psychotherapists will hold space for your healing in a compassionate way to create a genuine environment that encourages self-exploration, growth, and transformation. No matter what you are dealing with right now, we believe you are capable of reaching your potential and finding balance, happiness, and meaning in your life.
I offer exploration using talk therapy, behavioural therapies, Narrative Therapy, Brainspotting, and The Safe and Sound Protocol.
With the exception of interest in the Safe and Sound Protocol and Clinical Supervision Requests, I am currently full. I'm a trauma therapist who works with PTSD/CPTSD, dissociation, developmental trauma and stressful life events. I understand that the impact of invalidation, abuse, and neglect can profoundly affect your well-being and your ability to connect with others. I am here to help you explore these challenges and find solutions. I utilize a range of therapeutic approaches including narrative therapy, behavioral therapy, and somatic techniques.
I offer exploration using talk therapy, behavioural therapies, Narrative Therapy, Brainspotting, and The Safe and Sound Protocol.
With the exception of interest in the Safe and Sound Protocol and Clinical Supervision Requests, I am currently full. I'm a trauma therapist who works with PTSD/CPTSD, dissociation, developmental trauma and stressful life events. I understand that the impact of invalidation, abuse, and neglect can profoundly affect your well-being and your ability to connect with others. I am here to help you explore these challenges and find solutions. I utilize a range of therapeutic approaches including narrative therapy, behavioral therapy, and somatic techniques.
I offer Brainspotting Therapy for the treatment of trauma.
I provide support to individuals hoping to improve their mental health, family conflicts and trauma responses. I am passionate about providing support to women navigating anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, life transitions and faith/spirituality. I also bring valuable experience in working with grief and loss.
I offer Brainspotting Therapy for the treatment of trauma.
I provide support to individuals hoping to improve their mental health, family conflicts and trauma responses. I am passionate about providing support to women navigating anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, life transitions and faith/spirituality. I also bring valuable experience in working with grief and loss.
I am also a Brainspotting therapist.
My goal is for you to feel comfortable, safe and connected. I use a range of therapeutic approaches, psycho education and skill building to support you inside and outside of therapy. With a trauma informed background and eclectic approach to therapy, I work with client collaboratively to support them within their healing journey.
I am also a Brainspotting therapist.
My goal is for you to feel comfortable, safe and connected. I use a range of therapeutic approaches, psycho education and skill building to support you inside and outside of therapy. With a trauma informed background and eclectic approach to therapy, I work with client collaboratively to support them within their healing journey.
Judy Hawley
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSDS, BSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Advanced Brainspotting (Phase 1,2, 4, addiction, attachment, neurodivergence, and expansion).
Life & Manifestation Coach, Trauma Psychotherapist & Social Worker
Many people today feel disconnected from themselves and others, caught in negative cycles. Past traumas can leave wounds, making it hard to feel safe, set healthy boundaries, or fully love and trust yourself or others. Healing, and growth is always possible.
I work with men and women who are ready for support to find their passion, purpose and full potential. If you want to clear the imprinted messages that limit your growth and healing, I will support you moving forward. Experienced with ADHD, neurodivergence, parenting, families, youth, addictions & trauma.
Advanced Brainspotting (Phase 1,2, 4, addiction, attachment, neurodivergence, and expansion).
Life & Manifestation Coach, Trauma Psychotherapist & Social Worker
Many people today feel disconnected from themselves and others, caught in negative cycles. Past traumas can leave wounds, making it hard to feel safe, set healthy boundaries, or fully love and trust yourself or others. Healing, and growth is always possible.
I work with men and women who are ready for support to find their passion, purpose and full potential. If you want to clear the imprinted messages that limit your growth and healing, I will support you moving forward. Experienced with ADHD, neurodivergence, parenting, families, youth, addictions & trauma.
I use evidence based modalities including, CBT, CPT, Brainspotting, DBT, Strength, Narrative & Solution Focussed Therapies.
You can get well & stay well, let me show you how! I have a master’s degree in social work and over 20 years of experience as a mental health clinician. I specialize in treating, anxiety disorders, depression and trauma and have a wide range of specialized techniques to choose from. With the utmost respect & support, I will challenge you to consider a different perspective and help you confront patterns that are keeping you stuck. With my help, you will gain new insights, develop new skills & adopt new habits! You will be amazed at the meaningful changes you see in yourself and you will have the tools needed to maintain them!
I use evidence based modalities including, CBT, CPT, Brainspotting, DBT, Strength, Narrative & Solution Focussed Therapies.
You can get well & stay well, let me show you how! I have a master’s degree in social work and over 20 years of experience as a mental health clinician. I specialize in treating, anxiety disorders, depression and trauma and have a wide range of specialized techniques to choose from. With the utmost respect & support, I will challenge you to consider a different perspective and help you confront patterns that are keeping you stuck. With my help, you will gain new insights, develop new skills & adopt new habits! You will be amazed at the meaningful changes you see in yourself and you will have the tools needed to maintain them!
Sexual Trauma Therapy Ontario | Jessica Trainor
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
You find yourself freezing during sex, going numb, unable to stay present. You can’t explain these reactions or predict them. Maybe you find yourself reacting with discomfort or even total disgust to the idea of sex. You hate when intimate scenes come on TV or in movies. You want to connect with your partner in an intimate way, but it feels inaccessible to you. Perhaps there are some difficult experiences in your past, and you find yourself wondering if these may be having an impact on your sex life today; maybe not. Either way, you want things to change because you can’t stop running from this.
You find yourself freezing during sex, going numb, unable to stay present. You can’t explain these reactions or predict them. Maybe you find yourself reacting with discomfort or even total disgust to the idea of sex. You hate when intimate scenes come on TV or in movies. You want to connect with your partner in an intimate way, but it feels inaccessible to you. Perhaps there are some difficult experiences in your past, and you find yourself wondering if these may be having an impact on your sex life today; maybe not. Either way, you want things to change because you can’t stop running from this.
I work from a place that values and acknowledges the need for connection and right relationship in all domains of life, including the therapeutic relationship. The desire to feel heard, understood, known and safe is an inherent need we all desire and I aspire to create this dynamic in all my therapeutic working relationships. I am strength-based clinician, drawing on each individual unique gifts, talents and experiences. I understand and feel privileged to witness the triumph over one's challenges through this therapeutic process. I am a RP, with 30 years in Mental Health, working with children, youth, adults, couples and families.
I work from a place that values and acknowledges the need for connection and right relationship in all domains of life, including the therapeutic relationship. The desire to feel heard, understood, known and safe is an inherent need we all desire and I aspire to create this dynamic in all my therapeutic working relationships. I am strength-based clinician, drawing on each individual unique gifts, talents and experiences. I understand and feel privileged to witness the triumph over one's challenges through this therapeutic process. I am a RP, with 30 years in Mental Health, working with children, youth, adults, couples and families.
Jessica Lankmann - Anxiety Annihilator
Registered Psychotherapist, BST, MA, RP
3 Endorsed
Kingston, ON K7M
Right now things just don't feel right. You're trying your best to cope, but it just isn't working. You're tired, not motivated, feeling down and blue, and you don't know how to fix it. Or, you're noticing that you're feeling uncomfortable in your body, worried, and stressed out, but attempts to solve your problem just haven't cut it (and maybe your coping attempts are making things a bit worse!). You might be noticing eating, sleeping, or additional problems, and you're tempted to back away from your regular life patterns to manage.
Right now things just don't feel right. You're trying your best to cope, but it just isn't working. You're tired, not motivated, feeling down and blue, and you don't know how to fix it. Or, you're noticing that you're feeling uncomfortable in your body, worried, and stressed out, but attempts to solve your problem just haven't cut it (and maybe your coping attempts are making things a bit worse!). You might be noticing eating, sleeping, or additional problems, and you're tempted to back away from your regular life patterns to manage.
So, you're feeling down, irritable, stressed-out, and stranded out there without knowing where to start getting better? Are you having trouble getting over negative events from your past? Do you feel like you're failing at this life thing and need to make some serious changes? You've read some books or tried to be more grateful, positive, and energetic, but that doesn't last long enough to get you out of your rut. Your negative moods or behaviours are not going away, and it feels like your challenges are taking over despite your best efforts. It can be legit really hard to get over some of life's hard things, and you're stuck.
So, you're feeling down, irritable, stressed-out, and stranded out there without knowing where to start getting better? Are you having trouble getting over negative events from your past? Do you feel like you're failing at this life thing and need to make some serious changes? You've read some books or tried to be more grateful, positive, and energetic, but that doesn't last long enough to get you out of your rut. Your negative moods or behaviours are not going away, and it feels like your challenges are taking over despite your best efforts. It can be legit really hard to get over some of life's hard things, and you're stuck.
Accepting New Clients (7+) - Navigating mental wellness can be daunting; together, we can start this journey to overcome these obstacles. Whether it be anxiety, burnout, ADHD, depression or other stressors, jointly, we will build on your inner strengths by bridging strategies and awareness to confront these challenges. Within a supportive, nonjudgemental space, I continuously provide empathy, allowing us to identify your personal goals, which is the foundation of your journey to learn how to be your best self, just as you deserve. It’s my deep passion and appreciation to witness your evolution. Great work making it here.
Accepting New Clients (7+) - Navigating mental wellness can be daunting; together, we can start this journey to overcome these obstacles. Whether it be anxiety, burnout, ADHD, depression or other stressors, jointly, we will build on your inner strengths by bridging strategies and awareness to confront these challenges. Within a supportive, nonjudgemental space, I continuously provide empathy, allowing us to identify your personal goals, which is the foundation of your journey to learn how to be your best self, just as you deserve. It’s my deep passion and appreciation to witness your evolution. Great work making it here.
You’re struggling with intense feelings - lonely, sad, worried, overwhelmed, or lost - and you’re not bouncing back from some/all of the crappy things that have happened in your life. You’re not thriving the way you know you could be. You’re not feeling yourself, but you’ve tried what you know usually helps already, and it’s not enough. Despite your best efforts to correct the issues, things aren’t settled, you’re out of ideas, and you’re not able to talk with people around you about your problem. All you want is to feel lighthearted, happy or heck - you’d settle for just comfortable.
You’re struggling with intense feelings - lonely, sad, worried, overwhelmed, or lost - and you’re not bouncing back from some/all of the crappy things that have happened in your life. You’re not thriving the way you know you could be. You’re not feeling yourself, but you’ve tried what you know usually helps already, and it’s not enough. Despite your best efforts to correct the issues, things aren’t settled, you’re out of ideas, and you’re not able to talk with people around you about your problem. All you want is to feel lighthearted, happy or heck - you’d settle for just comfortable.
You: "I am READY to feel better." Me: "Right on. I've got the tools. Let's get to work." This whole therapy business may seem a little weird to you, but you have been feeling a deep lack of connection to the things that really matter to you and you don't want to keep feeling this way. You've had some struggles earlier in your life, or more recently, that have impacted how you relate to others and how you related to the world in general, and you're not liking how this restriction, this disconnect feels. You've wanted to be a better coworker, partner, or father, and you're feeling really ready to invest the time to make it happen.
You: "I am READY to feel better." Me: "Right on. I've got the tools. Let's get to work." This whole therapy business may seem a little weird to you, but you have been feeling a deep lack of connection to the things that really matter to you and you don't want to keep feeling this way. You've had some struggles earlier in your life, or more recently, that have impacted how you relate to others and how you related to the world in general, and you're not liking how this restriction, this disconnect feels. You've wanted to be a better coworker, partner, or father, and you're feeling really ready to invest the time to make it happen.
I am currently accepting new clients and offering the unique advantage of evening appointments. Whether you're grappling with life's profound questions or facing minor hurdles, therapy can be a truly empowering journey. I specialize in addressing a wide range of concerns, from relationship issues (such as boundary setting and gaslighting) to emotion regulation, self-esteem, body image, anxiety, and trauma. My approach is integrative, ensuring that the therapy techniques and theories used are not only flexible but also unique to each individual. The key to therapeutic transformation lies in embracing vulnerability and openness.
I am currently accepting new clients and offering the unique advantage of evening appointments. Whether you're grappling with life's profound questions or facing minor hurdles, therapy can be a truly empowering journey. I specialize in addressing a wide range of concerns, from relationship issues (such as boundary setting and gaslighting) to emotion regulation, self-esteem, body image, anxiety, and trauma. My approach is integrative, ensuring that the therapy techniques and theories used are not only flexible but also unique to each individual. The key to therapeutic transformation lies in embracing vulnerability and openness.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
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How does brainspotting work?
Brainspotting works by using eye positioning to identify and process traumatic memories so that a client is better able to move forward and live with less fear. The theory behind brainspotting is that by identifying where a person looks when thinking of traumatic memories, a therapist will be able to guide them to focus on that spot and work with the client to get them out of the “fight, flight, freeze” response associated with the traumatic memory.
Is brainspotting an evidence-based therapy?
Brainspotting is a theory-based alternative therapy. It is one of the newest forms of treatment, so very little research has been completed that examines the mechanism by which it works. The theory behind brainspotting is that eye position can be linked to areas of the brain that store and process memory.
How effective is brainspotting?
Because it is such a new treatment, the effectiveness of brainspotting cannot be quantified. Some people have found it to be effective on its own, or in conjunction with other types of therapy. It is considered an alternative therapy, and it is popular with people for whom more traditional therapies have proven ineffective.
How long does brainspotting take to work?
A typical brainspotting session will last between 60 to 90 minutes. There is no required number of sessions needed to complete brainspotting therapy, but in many cases it is delivered over the course of about six sessions. Clients are encouraged to rate their level of distress prior to a session and again following a session, and to track progress.