Family Therapy in London, ON

I have 8 years of experience working with children, youth and adults. I provide evidence-based therapy to support children and adults with various challenges, including anxiety, emotion regulation, depression, anger, attachment disturbance, trauma and family -related issues. I have experience working with difficulties with school avoidance and self-harming behaviors, along with providing parent training and/or consultation.

In a world obsessed with perfectionism life sometimes has a tendency to knock us down. I am here to say we don’t have to be perfect all the time, our imperfections are what makes us who we are. Our imperfections provide us with opportunities for growth and resilience.

I believe we all dream to live lives of more and lives of less. More: happiness, peace, joy, health, achieving meaningful goals, and joy in relationships. The opposite is also true, we seek lives with less. Less: stress, illness, negativity, pain, bad relationship habits, trauma, anger, and disconnection. Are you one of millions of 1st generation Canadians trapped between 2 worlds? Is it time to create your own life? Do you experience Anxiety, depression, maternal loss/fertility struggles, growing up "fine but feeling empty", or loveless parenting--all of which can hold you back or instill panic. Small steps can feel overwhelming.

Jan 30, 2023 - started wait list. I understand that you might be nervous to reach out to a therapist, especially if you’ve had trouble with other services in the past. I have experience supporting LGBQ, Trans, and Nonbinary adults and youth and their family members, members of the LGBTQ community who have struggled with navigating identity and spirituality, and anyone who struggles with constant negative self-talk. If you have some goals in mind to work toward, feel free to reach out. I can offer a consultation and give you some time to decide whether you feel we would be a good fit to work together.

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.

People often come for therapy as they are hurting or distressed and they have found that they are confused about how to move forward. They can be worried about someone else, are having difficulty with relationships with their spouse, children, or coworkers. Some people prefer to attend therapy on their own, while others wish to include the family member they are concerned about. I see people with depression, anxiety, attention difficulties, obsessive compulsive disorder, substance abuse, adjustment issues (separation and divorce).

We are a private practice of psychologists, behavior therapists and assessors. We are here to help you live a better life; to figure out how you or a member of your family can change behavior patterns that are not working any more. We mostly see clients in our office and on occasion see you at your home. We treat you with respect and compassion.

*Offering virtual trauma therapy throughout Ontario.* While I believe that everyone carries within themselves the capacity to heal, during difficult periods in life our personal strengths can be impossible to access. At these times, we may need a caring and non-judgmental therapist to assist us. My intention is to provide you with a safe space to share your concerns and to help you to fulfill the hopes you have for your life. As each individual is unique, so is therapy. I adapt my approach to meet your personal goals and together we will come to identify the process that best serves you.

Sometimes we need someone to listen us in order to gain insight and understanding, then we can come up with a plan to help manage or address what we are going through - whether it's a difficult life transition, a loss, or stressful life event(s). My approach to counselling is to create a collaborative process to support individuals with their mental health recovery. I work from a strengths-based perspective in order to assist people as they overcome adversity and life challenges.

Offering Child, Parent and Family Therapy . Emotions and situations can be overwhelming for families, leaving you feeling hopeless or stuck, with no path in sight. I have learned from my experience that by working with children and families we can find their voice in communicating emotions and experiences, through relationships, co-regulation and strategies.

Do you know the feeling where you just don't know what to do or say? Maybe it is your child grappling with someone bullying them at school. Maybe you and your partner are feeling totally unsure how to be the parents and partners you both want to be. Maybe something tragic and life changing has happened and things are indescribably different - in ways you never wanted. Maybe you are seeing your teen shrink away from life in ways that seem totally out of character. Somehow your own life - your own family , your own children, your own choices - can feel like a mystery.

In my 40 year career as a clinical social worker, I have gained extensive experience in developing, effecting, and managing therapeutic approaches for individuals and families who bear the damage of sexual abuse. I am prepared to offer help for many problem areas but I give special emphasis to male and female adults and youth who have committed, or are at risk of committing, or have been the victim of problematic sexual behaviour, This includes clients with special needs such as intellectual disability. I also support families with safety planning for child protection cases or with family resolution/reintegration.

Grief is unique for every individual. There are many different losses that individuals experience, but the commonality is that grief can be debilitating, lonely and isolating. I accompany clients on their journey of processing multiple forms of grief that can include death loss, pet loss, traumatic loss and/or chronic sorrow. I offer virtual, telephone and in-home sessions; yes, I will travel to those who have mobility concerns or difficulties leaving their residence! I also am available to provide support to clients in a counselling capacity specific to mental health concerns (anxiety, depression, self esteem, family conflict).

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.

Are you, your child or a family member experiencing anxiety, low self-worth, communication challenges or are struggling to deal with something difficult or traumatic that happened? We are here to support you. At Full Circle, we provide experienced, compassionate care to children of all ages, youth, adults and families. We also specialize in "Parent Therapy", supporting parents and caregivers who are feeling overwhelmed and hopeless to feel more confident and calm in their parenting. Together, we will help you to better understand your needs, work through what is holding you back and feel a greater sense of connection and stability.

Everyone faces problems, sometimes they’re small, and sometimes they’re big. Most of the time we can deal with these problems on our own, with a friend, family member, or co-worker. Sometimes, we just don’t seem to be able to work through these issues on our own and that’s when it makes sense to speak with a professional. I take a generalized approach to helping people deal with their problems with treatment tailored to the specific needs of the individual. Treatment is not a one size fits all and what works for you may not work for another.

As a parent, do you often ask yourself how you could do things differently, feeling guilty or ashamed about the way you manage family situations? Struggling with cycles of negative emotion can leave you feeling alone, anxious, and depressed. Perhaps you feel disconnected from yourself, your partner, and/or your children, and you wish your family dynamic could come together more easily. Practicing acceptance and establishing emotional safety may seem like impossible feats, but know that there is a way.

Dr. Hamed is accredited bilingual (English and Arabic) psycho-social therapist, registered social worker in (OCSWSSW) with various specialties that have more than twenty years of experience in the fields of: psycho-social therapy, clinical social work, psycho-social assessment, depression, PTSD, anxiety, anger management, family conflict therapy, conflict resolution, and parents counselling. Dr. Hamed Psycho-social Counselling Services (HPSC) provides you with the services in bilingual approaches to individuals, groups, families, and new generations of immigrants who are facing challenges coping with the integration process.

I help men and women dealing with stress, anxiety, past trauma or abuse, and relationship difficulties understand the problems in their life, find ways to move forward and find peace. If you often feel overwhelmed or irritable in your daily life, or like your emotions are always simmering just below the surface or spilling over, I can help. I am a therapist at North Counselling and Psychotherapy, a group of Registered Social Workers/Psychotherapists who provide counselling services to adults and children in London, ON.