Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Lakefield, ON
I am trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Sex Therapy Informed, Narrative and Solution Focused Techniques and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction.
I want to offer my admiration to you for looking for another option in managing all that is going on in your life right now. I suspect that this was not an easy decision, but it is a decision that speaks about your commitment to yourself and possibly those who are important to you. I would like to offer you a confidential and supportive environment, where you can speak about your struggles without fear of the judgements by family, friends or others who you interact with daily. Together, we can explore new ways of coping, or refresh some skills that have been put aside in the past.
I am trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Sex Therapy Informed, Narrative and Solution Focused Techniques and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction.
I want to offer my admiration to you for looking for another option in managing all that is going on in your life right now. I suspect that this was not an easy decision, but it is a decision that speaks about your commitment to yourself and possibly those who are important to you. I would like to offer you a confidential and supportive environment, where you can speak about your struggles without fear of the judgements by family, friends or others who you interact with daily. Together, we can explore new ways of coping, or refresh some skills that have been put aside in the past.
I draw from DBT, Gottman, CBT, Mindful Self-Compassion, EFT, and other evidence-based approaches.
Helping adult individuals and couples navigate change, often when something feels off, even if it's hard to fully name and with a focus on mid and later life transitions. Many of the people I work with feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like they don't feel like themselves anymore. They may notice they're reacting in ways that don't feel right, repeating the same cycles, or feeling disconnected from who they are and how they want to show up. You don't have to have it all figured out before reaching out. Most people arrive with a sense that something isn't working, even if they can't yet explain why. That's a meaningful place to start.
I draw from DBT, Gottman, CBT, Mindful Self-Compassion, EFT, and other evidence-based approaches.
Helping adult individuals and couples navigate change, often when something feels off, even if it's hard to fully name and with a focus on mid and later life transitions. Many of the people I work with feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like they don't feel like themselves anymore. They may notice they're reacting in ways that don't feel right, repeating the same cycles, or feeling disconnected from who they are and how they want to show up. You don't have to have it all figured out before reaching out. Most people arrive with a sense that something isn't working, even if they can't yet explain why. That's a meaningful place to start.
Accepting new clients!
Hi, I'm Ashley. I’m a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist.
I work with people experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, the impacts of trauma and PTSD. I specialize in supporting women living with chronic pain and illness, with a focus on the emotional, social, and psychological impacts of these experiences. I’m particularly passionate about the intersections of chronic illness/pain, body image, and the impacts on sex and intimacy.
I also have 10+ years of experience working with people who have experienced domestic violence and sexual assault.
Accepting new clients!
Hi, I'm Ashley. I’m a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist.
I work with people experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, the impacts of trauma and PTSD. I specialize in supporting women living with chronic pain and illness, with a focus on the emotional, social, and psychological impacts of these experiences. I’m particularly passionate about the intersections of chronic illness/pain, body image, and the impacts on sex and intimacy.
I also have 10+ years of experience working with people who have experienced domestic violence and sexual assault.
I specialize in the integrated treatment approach of Psychotherapy, Art Therapy and Occupational therapy that draws on Adlerian, Mindfulness and trauma informed attachment based theories. I see children through to adults and I am LGBTQ+ friendly and informed. I am registered under provincial legislation. I am a member of the Ontario College of OT and Psychotherapy in Ontario. I am also a registered Art Therapist.
I specialize in the integrated treatment approach of Psychotherapy, Art Therapy and Occupational therapy that draws on Adlerian, Mindfulness and trauma informed attachment based theories. I see children through to adults and I am LGBTQ+ friendly and informed. I am registered under provincial legislation. I am a member of the Ontario College of OT and Psychotherapy in Ontario. I am also a registered Art Therapist.
Therapy provides a safe and supportive space for us to work through your concerns around aspects of your experience. The relationship between the therapist and client is based on trust, acceptance, understanding, and confidentiality. I aim to empower each client, to make choices for their own life, which serve them in the ways that they need. I practice from the biopsychosocial approach which recognizes that we all have complex factors which influence our well being. I believe each person has within, unique strengths and gifts to contribute to this world.
Therapy provides a safe and supportive space for us to work through your concerns around aspects of your experience. The relationship between the therapist and client is based on trust, acceptance, understanding, and confidentiality. I aim to empower each client, to make choices for their own life, which serve them in the ways that they need. I practice from the biopsychosocial approach which recognizes that we all have complex factors which influence our well being. I believe each person has within, unique strengths and gifts to contribute to this world.
I work through a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT, EMDR, Psychoanalytic, Solution Focused, Biopsychosocial and Emotionally Focused.
Alicia supports various individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, emotional difficulties, trauma, grief and a variety of other difficulties. Some people seek counselling for one of the above, something else entirely or they seek counselling to talk in a safe and judgment free environment to work through day to day difficulties. I want to support people to flourish in the life they are determined to lead.
I work through a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT, EMDR, Psychoanalytic, Solution Focused, Biopsychosocial and Emotionally Focused.
Alicia supports various individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, emotional difficulties, trauma, grief and a variety of other difficulties. Some people seek counselling for one of the above, something else entirely or they seek counselling to talk in a safe and judgment free environment to work through day to day difficulties. I want to support people to flourish in the life they are determined to lead.
I use an integrative, trauma-informed approach drawing from DBT, CBT, EFT, psychodynamic, somatic, and mindfulness-based strategies.
Hi, I'm Jess and I'm glad you're here! Are negative thoughts or past experiences affecting your progress? Taking the step to seek support requires courage, and your decision is commendable. The focus is on establishing a safe, on-judgmental space where we can explore challenges, set meaningful goals, and foster personal growth. Creating a space that revolves around you and the positive change you seek is vital. Together, we will collaboratively reframe unhelpful thinking patterns, promoting resilience and overall well-being.
I use an integrative, trauma-informed approach drawing from DBT, CBT, EFT, psychodynamic, somatic, and mindfulness-based strategies.
Hi, I'm Jess and I'm glad you're here! Are negative thoughts or past experiences affecting your progress? Taking the step to seek support requires courage, and your decision is commendable. The focus is on establishing a safe, on-judgmental space where we can explore challenges, set meaningful goals, and foster personal growth. Creating a space that revolves around you and the positive change you seek is vital. Together, we will collaboratively reframe unhelpful thinking patterns, promoting resilience and overall well-being.
I specialize in working with teens, university and college students, new moms, and midlife women experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and life transitions. Spoke Psychotherapy offers a safe, supportive space to slow down, understand what is happening beneath the surface, and build tools for lasting change. Through psycho-education I help clients understand how anxiety and emotions affect the brain and nervous system, recognize patterns that keep them stuck, strengthen coping skills, and get to know and understand themself.
I specialize in working with teens, university and college students, new moms, and midlife women experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and life transitions. Spoke Psychotherapy offers a safe, supportive space to slow down, understand what is happening beneath the surface, and build tools for lasting change. Through psycho-education I help clients understand how anxiety and emotions affect the brain and nervous system, recognize patterns that keep them stuck, strengthen coping skills, and get to know and understand themself.
I utilize a variety of evidence-based modalities (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Internal Family Systems and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy).
Hi I'm Anne. I'm a Registered Social Worker. I’ve helped people with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. If these themes are impacting your life and you’d like to change that, give me a call.
I utilize a variety of evidence-based modalities (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Internal Family Systems and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy).
Hi I'm Anne. I'm a Registered Social Worker. I’ve helped people with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. If these themes are impacting your life and you’d like to change that, give me a call.
Are you in a place where something’s not feeling right and it’s time for a change? Perhaps you want to reduce anxiety and stress. Or maybe you’re tired of being held back by feeling “not good enough.” Or you want to improve relationships with friends, loved ones, and co-workers. You might not even be able to put a finger on what’s wrong, but you’ve reached the point where you feel it’s time to reach out for help. You are not alone.
Are you in a place where something’s not feeling right and it’s time for a change? Perhaps you want to reduce anxiety and stress. Or maybe you’re tired of being held back by feeling “not good enough.” Or you want to improve relationships with friends, loved ones, and co-workers. You might not even be able to put a finger on what’s wrong, but you’ve reached the point where you feel it’s time to reach out for help. You are not alone.
Agata Wesolowski
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, SEP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
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I offer EMDR Intensives, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT), Clinical Hypnosis, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Ego State Therapy.
I work alongside adults looking for relief from new stressors or long-standing challenges. My specializations include psychological trauma/PTSD and addiction. I also help folks who are experiencing life transitions, abuse, or general mental health concerns. In addition to client work, I offer consultation to mental health professionals to help address their concerns and make reasoned ethical and clinical decisions in their practice.
I offer EMDR Intensives, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT), Clinical Hypnosis, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Ego State Therapy.
I work alongside adults looking for relief from new stressors or long-standing challenges. My specializations include psychological trauma/PTSD and addiction. I also help folks who are experiencing life transitions, abuse, or general mental health concerns. In addition to client work, I offer consultation to mental health professionals to help address their concerns and make reasoned ethical and clinical decisions in their practice.
We can accomplish a lot by utilizing Attachment-based Therapy, CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and solution-based therapy.
For 8 years I have been counselling diverse individuals with 3 years in private practice. I work in-person and virtually during the week supporting teens and adults. Past experience includes front line work at Canadian Mental Health Association, Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre, Federal and Municipal Social Services, and Children’s Services.
We can accomplish a lot by utilizing Attachment-based Therapy, CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and solution-based therapy.
For 8 years I have been counselling diverse individuals with 3 years in private practice. I work in-person and virtually during the week supporting teens and adults. Past experience includes front line work at Canadian Mental Health Association, Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre, Federal and Municipal Social Services, and Children’s Services.
Now Accepting New Couples, Families, and Individual Clients! If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, or if you're having difficulties in your relationship or family, you’re not alone. My name's William and thanks for considering therapy with me! What you'll probably find is that the difficulties you're having are normal responses to abnormal life circumstances and challenges. After all, we're more alike than we are different. The thing about mental health problems that people commonly have, is that there are well-researched solutions that can be effective if you're willing to get help - and here you are!
Now Accepting New Couples, Families, and Individual Clients! If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, or if you're having difficulties in your relationship or family, you’re not alone. My name's William and thanks for considering therapy with me! What you'll probably find is that the difficulties you're having are normal responses to abnormal life circumstances and challenges. After all, we're more alike than we are different. The thing about mental health problems that people commonly have, is that there are well-researched solutions that can be effective if you're willing to get help - and here you are!
I support children, teens, and their families in navigating big emotions, behavioural challenges, and complex developmental needs. My clinical work focuses on emotional regulation, behavioural concerns, and neurodevelopmental differences, including ADHD and autism spectrum presentations, particularly girls whose needs may be less visible or often misunderstood. My style is down-to-earth, supportive, and real. I focus on helping young people understand themselves better, build confidence, and learn skills that actually work in everyday life.
I support children, teens, and their families in navigating big emotions, behavioural challenges, and complex developmental needs. My clinical work focuses on emotional regulation, behavioural concerns, and neurodevelopmental differences, including ADHD and autism spectrum presentations, particularly girls whose needs may be less visible or often misunderstood. My style is down-to-earth, supportive, and real. I focus on helping young people understand themselves better, build confidence, and learn skills that actually work in everyday life.
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I use a combination of EMDR, CBT, IFS (Internal Family Systems), the Trauma Triphasic Model, and DBT to help you heal and grow.
Many of my clients are pregnant or postpartum and wondering why this season feels heavier than expected. They may understand their patterns logically, yet feel emotionally reactive, anxious, or disconnected. Often, past trauma or attachment wounds resurface during pregnancy or early parenthood. I help individuals and couples gently process these experiences using EMDR and trauma-focused therapy, so they can move from overwhelm and survival toward steadiness, clarity, and deeper connection.
I use a combination of EMDR, CBT, IFS (Internal Family Systems), the Trauma Triphasic Model, and DBT to help you heal and grow.
Many of my clients are pregnant or postpartum and wondering why this season feels heavier than expected. They may understand their patterns logically, yet feel emotionally reactive, anxious, or disconnected. Often, past trauma or attachment wounds resurface during pregnancy or early parenthood. I help individuals and couples gently process these experiences using EMDR and trauma-focused therapy, so they can move from overwhelm and survival toward steadiness, clarity, and deeper connection.
I integrate psychodynamic and relational therapy to explore deeper patterns, alongside CBT, DBT, and ACT, to build practical tools for managing thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, or repeating the same patterns in your relationships?
Maybe you’re constantly overthinking, struggling to manage your emotions, or feeling disconnected from yourself or others. You might look like you have things together on the outside, but internally, it feels exhausting to keep up.
I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, and difficulties with self-worth, communication, and emotional regulation.
I integrate psychodynamic and relational therapy to explore deeper patterns, alongside CBT, DBT, and ACT, to build practical tools for managing thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, or repeating the same patterns in your relationships?
Maybe you’re constantly overthinking, struggling to manage your emotions, or feeling disconnected from yourself or others. You might look like you have things together on the outside, but internally, it feels exhausting to keep up.
I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, and difficulties with self-worth, communication, and emotional regulation.
My approach blends evidence-based strategies (like CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed work) with a down-to-earth, genuine, non-judgmental style.
You're not reading this because things are "fine." You're here because something's wrong - anxiety that won't stop, relationships that feel harder than they should, or a version of yourself you can't quite reach. My clients are people who want more than a sounding board - they want a therapist who helps them work through the mess, turn confusion into clarity and struggle into growth. Therapy isn’t just about talking — it’s about making change.
My approach blends evidence-based strategies (like CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed work) with a down-to-earth, genuine, non-judgmental style.
You're not reading this because things are "fine." You're here because something's wrong - anxiety that won't stop, relationships that feel harder than they should, or a version of yourself you can't quite reach. My clients are people who want more than a sounding board - they want a therapist who helps them work through the mess, turn confusion into clarity and struggle into growth. Therapy isn’t just about talking — it’s about making change.
Psychotherapy, life coaching and/or couples counselling can help you: Enhance confidence, self-esteem and well-being Improve the quality of your life Reduce stress, increase productivity, develop peace of mind Get more energy, time, passion and focus Take control of daily stress Reach your potential and goals Love your work Have lasting relationships, Personal freedom Find and sustain personal and professional success, wealth and happiness. Are you tired of just being listened to by counselors and ready to move on with your life?
Psychotherapy, life coaching and/or couples counselling can help you: Enhance confidence, self-esteem and well-being Improve the quality of your life Reduce stress, increase productivity, develop peace of mind Get more energy, time, passion and focus Take control of daily stress Reach your potential and goals Love your work Have lasting relationships, Personal freedom Find and sustain personal and professional success, wealth and happiness. Are you tired of just being listened to by counselors and ready to move on with your life?
Life can be challenging at times; I am here to help navigate some of those obstacles. I support individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and life changes using a trauma-informed approach. While I have a personal interest in working with women aged 16 and older, I also have experience supporting men and gender-diverse individuals. As a Registered Social Worker with the OCSWSSW, I provide support from a client-centered perspective, walking alongside individuals on their journey to address specific concerns and life challenges using strengths-based and solution-focused approaches.
Life can be challenging at times; I am here to help navigate some of those obstacles. I support individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and life changes using a trauma-informed approach. While I have a personal interest in working with women aged 16 and older, I also have experience supporting men and gender-diverse individuals. As a Registered Social Worker with the OCSWSSW, I provide support from a client-centered perspective, walking alongside individuals on their journey to address specific concerns and life challenges using strengths-based and solution-focused approaches.
I utilise an integrative, trauma-informed approach to therapy, drawing on techniques from mindfulness-based therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), and trauma-focused practices.
In my practice, I offer a warm, empathetic, and compassionate approach to counselling. I work collaboratively with clients to help them achieve the goals they set for their healing. With a non-judgmental mindset, I recognise that each individual’s path is unique, shaped by personal experiences that have brought them to this point. My goal is to empower clients by fostering confidence and resilience, supporting them in reaching their therapeutic objectives.
I utilise an integrative, trauma-informed approach to therapy, drawing on techniques from mindfulness-based therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), and trauma-focused practices.
In my practice, I offer a warm, empathetic, and compassionate approach to counselling. I work collaboratively with clients to help them achieve the goals they set for their healing. With a non-judgmental mindset, I recognise that each individual’s path is unique, shaped by personal experiences that have brought them to this point. My goal is to empower clients by fostering confidence and resilience, supporting them in reaching their therapeutic objectives.
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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.