Emotionally Focused Therapists in London, ON
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Kelly Appleby Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I have extensive training and knowledge in trauma and utilize various evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, EMDR,
Emotionally Focused
Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing.
Life isn’t always easy. It can be hard, painful and even traumatic at times. Trauma and difficult life experiences can create challenges in many areas of life - it’s not uncommon to struggle with managing thoughts and emotions, relationships, and responsibilities. We do our best to lean on past ways of coping to help us through, and sometimes must acknowledge when more help is needed. Whether you struggle with emotional issues (anxiety, depression, PTSD, anger, low self-esteem), addiction, grief and loss, or relationship/family issues, I would welcome the opportunity to support your desire for authentic personal growth and healing.
Not accepting new clients
Deb McLachlin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
In addressing your concerns, I listen carefully to what you want. Couple therapy is dynamic in considering both perspectives, & my focus is on attachment &
Emotionally Focused
Therapy. We work on the relationship, so that you as a couple can handle your issues at home, in positive and supportive ways. Sex therapy involves addressing intimate concerns with information, sensitivity and understanding.
Eden Martin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW (S)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a psychotherapist and Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, my passion is for empowering individuals to access their own innate healing abilities. My utmost goal is to provide a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space within which you can share your concerns and hopes while working towards a happier and more fulfilled future. I use a range of modalities including CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, relational approaches, mindfulness, and solution focused approaches. In my work with couples, I use
Emotionally Focused
and Gottman Method Couples Therapy modalities.
Seniha Yildiz
Pre-Licensed Professional, MACP, MTS
Verified
Verified
ACT and
EFT
help you have a positive sense of self by learning to correct and balance the emotions that are important for you and your relationships.
It is all about distorted thoughts and emotions about yourself causing low self-esteem. All you need to do is to love yourself and make peace with your true self. Then you will learn to correct and balance your emotions. My role is to help you explore your strengths and resources with compassion and empathy in order for you to get out of the place you are stuck. This will lead you to a more meaningful and purposeful life where you have healthy relationships with yourself and others. See humble suggestions for mental issues before coming to therapy: https://www.ahealingsoul.info/blank-page-2
Gina Santos
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Sometimes, despite the love we have for our family, it seems that we struggle to have peace within our relationships at home. In supporting families to make the changes they are seeking, I utilize
Emotionally Focused
Family Therapy (EFFT) which focuses on restructuring parent and child interactions. I always look at every situation through the lens of being trauma-informed and understanding the role of attachment.
Catherine Coolidge
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MDiv
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I use an integrative style of therapy including Family Systems Theory, Attachment Theory, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and
Emotionally Focused
Couples Therapy.
There are times in life when we feel stuck, overwhelmed or alone. Relationships are complicated and difficult. Life can be stressful, confusing and painful. You don’t have to figure it all out on your own. I am a registered psychotherapist and work with individuals, couples and families. I believe my role as a therapist is to walk alongside you for part of your journey, holding your pain with you and working together to expand your perspective, and discover new strategies.
Cj Callaghan
Counsellor, MEd, CCC, OACCPP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
(Cognitive-Behavioural (CBT); Emotionally-Focused (
EFT
); EMDR; Narrative) Sessions with me are comfortable and informal, and paced according to your goals and comfort level.
I believe that the goal of therapy is to help you get rid of the emotional clutter and debris that you don't want in your life any more; to free you from the entanglements that prevent you from achieving greater success, happiness, and fulfillment. If you have problems with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, trauma, abuse, anger, or just need to find a way to stop feeling 'stuck', I can help. We will address the emotional problems, troublesome habits, and relationship roadblocks that that prevent you from getting where you want to go.
Susan Scott
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Self-reflection is the gateway to inner peace. I believe you possess the courage and capacity to heal, grow, and achieve inner peace. Having the space to explore your experience with a skilled clinician will help you to develop the insight and skills you need to increase your well-being. Feeling stuck can pave the way to making changes. I am passionate about using a mind-body approach to therapy and incorporate modalities including; Emotion Focused Therapy (
EFT
), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness. I have an interest in empowering people with High Sensitivity (HSP).
Christine Slonetsky
Registered Social Worker, ND, MSW, RSW, BA
Verified
Verified
In my role as counselling/therapist, I support clients to deepen your love and connection to yourself and others using mindfulness techniques, Emotional Freedom technique (
EFT
), and conflict resolution techniques (NVC).
Hello and welcome. Are you struggling with self esteem issues, depression or anxiety? Are you finding it difficult to find meaning and purpose in your life? Do you use substances or addictive behavior to manage your stress, or hide from your pain? Are you lacking motivation or finding it difficult to choose among competing desires or goals? Perhaps you are in a challenging relationship and are having difficulty communicating what you really want and need, or are caught in a cycle of ongoing conflict? Or you may be generally happy with your life and you are looking for ways to make it even better, more alive, and fulfilling.
Farzana Zaman
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I am well-trained in CBT, systems therapies, the Four-Session Assessment Model, the Developmental Model of Couple Therapy,
Emotionally Focused
Therapy (
EFT
), and Emotion-Focused Couple Therapy.
My primary area of interest is to provide interpersonal and relationship therapy to individuals and couples. In relationships, small feelings and emotions can become bigger and heavier leading to feeling unworthy, inadequate, or unlovable, and can impact mental health/wellness. Our relationships require ongoing work. Love needs to be nourished and nurtured to feel satisfied and to grow. If you are looking into exploring, developing, and expanding your understanding to deal with issues that you are facing right now in your everyday life/interpersonal relationships, you have arrived at the right therapeutic space. Change is possible.
Waitlist for new clients
Emily Piette
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified
Verified
My approach to therapy is humanistic and client-centered, and I offer a diversity of counseling theories and strategies including but not limited to
EFT
, attachment-based, and somatic experiencing all within a trauma-informed practice.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed in your close relationships? Maybe you are noticing resentment or stress re-surfacing in arguments with your partner or you find yourself feeling guilt or shame after interacting with your parents or other loved ones. Navigating these feelings in our closest relationships can be intimidating and stressful. In every relationship, we crave emotional closeness… and we seek it out even if it harms us in some ways or feels unhealthy. Family, relationships, marriages… they are hard work. I am here to support you to find your own voice, and to find ways to make these relationships have a healthier impact
Gabriela Dinca
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Integrative therapeutic interventions I use in therapy sessions: Narrative Therapy; EMDR; IFS; SFBT;
EFT
; SE; Gottman method couples therapy and infidelity/affairs; stress & anger management; motivational interviewing; grief/bereavement; anxiety/depression; guided imagery, breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation; mindfulness; autogenic training.
I work with: Older adults; Individuals (ages 9+); Couples & Integrative Sex Therapy; Trauma; Infidelity; Grief/Bereavement, & Loneliness. It is my mission and privilege to help individuals create and maintain health and love in their lives or in their relationships. I am passionate about supporting people, especially the elderly, with living a purposeful and fulfilling life. People who work with me have the opportunity to get to know, to love and to trust their own hidden resources; to find and use more courage, creativity and humour within themselves in a safe and supportive place where they can practice brave and honest thinking.
HLR Psychotherapy, Mood, Trauma and Relationships
Registered Psychotherapist, MD, RP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have been trained in motivational interviewing, CBT,
Emotionally focused
therapy for couples and in psychodynamic psychotherapy.
All the world is full of suffering. It is also full of overcoming (Helen Keller). I offer treatment for anxiety, depression, stress, anger, loss, grief, low self-esteem/confidence and shyness. I specialize in issues arising from adult and childhood trauma, relationships in family or work, life transitions and gender identity. I believe it is equally important to work on our inner and outer selves and to include our past and present in order to develop a grounded and balanced sense of being. I provide a safe environment IN PERSON, on a SECURE VIDEO PLATFORM or on the PHONE where you can explore and develop your thoughts further.
Brenda Teasell
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT), emotional focused therapy (
EFT
), first stage trauma treatment, and mindfulness.
I have over 25 years of expertise working in the field of mental health and addiction. For 16 years I worked at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) as a therapist and education specialist. I understand that dealing with difficult emotions and making changes can feel overwhelming at times. My passion is to help individuals learn lifelong skills that will allow them to navigate challenging situations, better understand and strengthen their mental health, and increase their resiliency and ability to thrive in their daily life.
Maggie (Malgorzata) Lulkiewicz-Brooker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, CYW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I (Maggie) utilize a variety of therapy modalities to address the needs of individuals, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (
EFT
) as well as meditation and Reiki.
Malgorzata (Maggie) Lulkiewicz-Brooker Registered Social Worker. My services are covered by most insurance and benefit plans. Registered Social Workers provide counselling services to individuals, couples and families. I bring 15 years of experience working with youths and families. I have extensive experience treating clients with various life challenges, specializing in mental health, addiction, trauma, grief, family abuse, anxiety, and mood disorders. I am motivated to continue educating myself in treatments to help my clients to meet their full potential.
Patti Dufton
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I use various approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focused, Narrative Therapy and
Emotionally Focused
Therapy.
I believe that you are the author of your own story. My goal is to provide a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space within which you can share your concerns and hopes; allowing you to grow, explore and understand your emotions and how they impact you and your relationships. I am committed to understanding your unique needs, strengths, and goals. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression and the impacts of trauma. I support couples and individuals to overcome relationship challenges and deepen their connections to each other.
Office is near:
London, ON N6J & Online
Ashley Mlotek
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with adult clients with a variety of presenting concerns including but not limited to anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, perfectionism, life transitions, and difficulties in interpersonal relationships. I approach therapy within the context of a safe therapeutic relationship based on empathy and compassion. My therapeutic approach draws on several evidence-based modalities including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), emotion focused therapy (
EFT
), and dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) interventions.
Waitlist for new clients
Gorana Miljevic
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
My trainings and certifications include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (
EFT
), Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectic Behavioural Therapy (DBT).
Everyone wants to live a meaningful life, and sometimes life’s challenges get in the way of this. I work with clients to help them understand and address the root cause of their issues and help them learn how to live compassionately, mindfully, and peacefully. We will work together to restore a deep connection with yourself and the world around you.
Resilient Cactus Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MA can, RSW
Verified
Verified
My trauma-informed approach is informed by training in several therapeutic models including
Emotionally Focused
Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Reality Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Counselling, and Motivational Interviewing.
My approach involves developing an understanding of your experience, relationships, and emotions - this often involves sharing the science behind what you are experiencing. Then we will work together to process your emotions and resolve them, which allows life to feel more manageable. Whether you have experience with therapy, are a new-comer, are chatty, or are unsure where to start, my conversational approach to therapy can help to get you unstuck and back on the road to mental wellness! Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, past traumas, or any other issue, there is hope! Contact me for a free phone consultation.
Dan Coburn Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Emotionally Focused
Therapy is a primary approach in my practice.
I am a Psychotherapist and Social Worker (MSW, RSW) with a passion for supporting people in creating healthy, fulfilling relationships. We are wired for love as human beings. And now a wealth of scientific research on attachment relationships backs this up. This means our closest relationships impact us in significant ways. On one hand, loving relationships are essential for supporting our growth and wellbeing. On the other hand, difficulties in our closest relationships fuel many of our most painful emotional struggles. So relationships hugely impact our health and wellbeing, for better or for worse.
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Emotionally Focused Counsellors
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.