Life Coaching Therapists in Kingston, ON

Suffering Setback to Wayfinding Warrior. Coaching men who have suffered a significant setback find their real self and rise up stronger than ever. Feeling lost, confused and weak with no way forward and no one to talk to? Want to Live your real life , the way you want, as who you really are? Coaching can help you to rise up and move forward as a real stronger you.

Are anxiety, racing thoughts or troubling habits stopping you from living up to your full potential? Maybe you are feeling it at work relationships, parenting or what you do in your spare time. Perhaps you are not following your passions because you are scared or feel unworthy or don't really know what your passions are. Well, the good news is that you are not giving up on your dreams. You are here! As a social worker, life coach and business coach, I have been helping my clients to uncover and follow their dreams to a peaceful, happy and fulfilled life for over 20 years. I believe in my clients' potential and I believe in you.

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* When people are anxious, grieving, or struggling in life , it can be hard to to know where to turn for help. I work with children, adolescents, adults,and couples to assist in improving their well being and re-establish healthy, happy patterns and lifestyles. I am a Registered Social Worker and have over 25 years experience in various counselling roles. I am passionate about meeting people where they are at and empowering them to be the best versions of themselves.

I enjoy working with people of all ages. I have witnessed how art therapy can help people coping with life changes and challenges such as grief, loss, illness, injury, relationship and family issues, academic and professional pressures, stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, sexuality and life transitions. Therapy, enhanced by the use of art therapy and mindfulness meditation (if desired) can help people process their emotions around difficult life situations and conditions and help people to heal, focus on living their authentic lives and thrive.

I am a doctorally prepared mental health counsellor, with over thirty years of experience in mental health care in Canada, the UK and the USA. Clients I have worked with include those reporting challenges with: grief, bereavement and loss; self-esteem, self-worth, & self-concept; stress related issues and managing/coping with stress; workplace dynamics and bullying; mood related challenges and issues; major transitions and changes/ life events; interpersonal and relationship difficulties; marriage/ life partner challenges; a sense of hopelessness; bullying; personal discovery, exploration, growth and actualisation.

No waitlist - Accepting New Clients - We serve a diversified clientele from Kingston and surrounding areas who are dealing with issues such as: stress, depression, anxiety disorders and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), difficulties with relationships, communication and self-assertion, life transitions (new parents, infertility, illness, bereavement, separation, divorce, career change), self-knowledge and self-esteem. We are allies of the LGBTQ2S+ community. The Lighthouse Kingston practice offers you support, kindness and empathy to help you see more clearly during the difficult times you may be experiencing.

I specialize in helping women, students, professionals and military veterans deal with anxiety, panic attacks, grief and/or trauma. As a holistic, trauma-informed psychotherapist, I've got 20+ years experience in the transformation and wellness field. You will learn to soothe your nervous system, regain confidence and peace of mind, focus and ground, breathe easier, prioritize what you can control to gain clarity to better problem-solve next steps in a plan of self-care, personal growth and meaning making.

I work with individuals and couples who are seeking improved communication, increased connection, reduced conflict, intimacy, facing a mental health diagnosis in partner, Operational Stress Injuries including PTSD, veterans issues, police and other first responders, medical professionals, and major life transitions. Seeking therapy takes courage and vulnerability, so we will work together to make you feel at ease and able to progress based on your unique needs and strengths.

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.

Based in Kingston, Ontario, I work by phone and secure video with individual clients and fellow therapists across the province of Ontario and in Nova Scotia. I work with adult women professionals across a range of issues, including stress and burnout, anxiety/depressed mood, work-related stress, family and relationship concerns, parenting, and major life decisions. I also provide clinical supervision, professional guidance, and personal therapy to practicing therapists. I have 20+ years experience practicing therapy using effective, evidence-based practice approaches, in an integrated, supportive, and collaborative way.

I work with men who are seeking emotional balance, harmonious relationships, freedom from negative thinking, and an overall sense of well-being. I specialize in short-term counselling, typically three to six sessions. Options for longer-term support are also available. The counselling process begins with an informal in-person introductory session. The purpose of this session is to establish therapeutic 'fit' and to identify an approach that will provide clients with the greatest possible benefit in the shortest period of time. The fee for this session and for any followup sessions is $115.

Change can be tough and constant. Sometimes we adjust with ease but other times we find ourselves feeling stuck. Life can get in the way from where we desire to be. Fear of change can lead us into feeling guarded, hurt or even resentful. Do you feel like you are moving through the motions of life and not actually experiencing your life to the fullest? Ruminating on the “what ifs”? Disconnecting from the present waiting for the other shoe to drop? What if you tapped into the courage within you to lean into these moments? What if I told you that you deserve moments of joy; you deserve to experience the best in your life .

Being a teen, post-secondary student or adult today can be tough. Anxiety, ADHD or low mood can make you feel stuck, stressed, overwhelmed or exhausted from trying to cope every day, but there is hope! Are you tired of feeling anxious, overwhelmed or down all the time? Are you constantly worrying? Maybe your social life , grades or job are being impacted. If you struggle with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, social anxiety, life transitions, time management, ADHD, ASD, OCD, learning disabilities, peer/relationships issues, reach out for help today.

Accepting New Clients- Does life sometimes feel like it's just too much? Do you find yourself constantly searching for happiness while trying to manage feelings of stress, sadness, anxiety, anger, guilt, overwhelm, etc.? I work with clients to get to the bottom of what is stopping them from leading a fulfilling life , meeting their goals, and effectively coping with life ’s ups and downs. I offer a safe space for my clients to share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences; to learn to manage their emotions and relationships effectively and with integrity; and to make meaningful and lasting changes.

YourTherapist Psychotherapy and Counselling is a specialized mental health clinic that provides evidence-based, compassionate, and affordable mental health services across Ontario. Our highly skilled psychotherapists have been extensively trained to treat a variety of mental illnesses with interventions that are personalized to each client’s needs, including psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Interventions to individuals, couples, and families.