Green Shield Canada Therapists in London, ON

Thank you for reviewing my profile. I am currently accepting clients who are facing the challenges of mental health diagnoses and substance misuse. I provide evidence-based, specialized approaches to supporting people experiencing complex PTSD, anxiety, depression and other integrative challenges. If your goals include working with an experienced therapist to grow, expand, and gain the skills necessary to achieve your wellness, I will provide you effective support. My services are geared to assist the general public, as well as First Nations, and culturally diverse communities seeking support for healing, recovery and wellness.

Hello and welcome! I am currently accepting new clients! I am a Registered Social Worker who uses a private and secure platform for our video sessions. I offer slide-scale(s). Finding the right therapist can we very rewarding and one who understands your life's struggles and appreciates your life story! You are uniquely you and as such, I provide a person-centred therapy session on topics that matter to you. I deeply enjoy working with individuals who face depression, anxiety, body-image or self-esteem challenges. As well, I enjoy working with individuals and couples on transitions, parenting, loss or post separation/divorce.

As someone who struggles with anxiety, it can sometimes feel like a label or something we just have to learn to "deal with" as a part of life. You often find yourself wondering what you can do to help yourself “get rid of this feeling” or feel better in some way. Your life has felt impacted by your fears and worries, and your thoughts spiral daily. You know you have so much potential - but your anxiety & stress have had an impact on so many aspects of your life, work, and relationships. It can be scary to reach out to a therapist because you want to make sure that you find someone who really gets you and what you are going through.

HELLO and WELCOME: Let's spend some time focusing on your needs. I will balance listening to your experiences, thoughts, and emotions with the introduction of exercises and techniques (often somatic or compassion-based) that will shift self-critical thoughts to self-compassion, build confidence, reduce stress and anxiety, bring ease to your mind, and soothe your autonomic nervous system. As an experienced therapist, I will empower, support, and guide you as you create positive and lasting change in your life. Clients report feeling understood and hopeful after the first session.

Accepting new clients with appointments currently available. Helping you to manage the stresses of life with evidence-based treatment. Our focus will be on solutions and coping strategies to help you manage relationship issues, stress and anxiety. Through our work together you will learn coping skills and strategies so that you can live the life that you want and achieve the outcomes that you deserve.

I’m so happy you’re here! We all need support at times and it’s important to know you aren’t alone. Do you find yourself struggling with emotional regulation, symptoms associated with anxiety, depression or trauma? Often times, our early childhood experiences play a huge role in how we navigate and make sense of our inner and outer world. It contributes to how we feel and think about ourselves, our experiences, and it either aids or hinders in our ability to make and maintain healthy relationships. Learning more about our life experiences with a focus on their role in the present issues assist in supporting long-term growth.

You are holding it all together, and from the outside, it looks like you have the perfect life. But inside, you feel overwhelmed, hopeless, stressed, and down. You often feel like you are not good enough, and you worry constantly about every aspect of your life. You know that something is not quite right, but you are just not sure what to do about it.

People often seek out therapy to work on their problems when really, it's their solutions that are no longer working. Does this sound familiar? As a skilled therapist, I will partner with you to clarify what is important and help you design creative, meaningful and lasting change in your life. In our work together, you will notice that I am very encouraging, and I will challenge you when you look like you could use it. Together we will create a space where you can bravely experience the sometimes-uncomfortable feelings that come with personal growth.

Attention parents. Is your child in elementary, high school, or post-secondary education and struggling with anxiety or depression? Is your child feeling socially anxious or experiencing difficulty separating from their digital devices? Recovering from the isolation and social restrictions has been difficult for so many students leaving kids uninterested in previous activities or peer groups. We have seen a substantial increase in the use of marijuana and alcohol in our youth as a result of unrecognized or undiagnosed mental health challenges. Many parents report they are at a loss to help their child flourish again and recover.

We have more of an opportunity to become better individuals in relationship with a significant other than alone with shallow relationships. Relationships, Conflict, Anger, Communication, Addictions, are all issues I help people with on a daily basis. I am a Psychotherapist based in London, Ontario; as a registered Social Worker I have a wide breadth of experience in helping people with their life situations, whether it be with a partner, child, or colleague. I do this work because people have value. Everyone has a story of personal pain and my office serves individuals, couples, and families to heal from personal pain.

[Note: RSW, Inactive/On Leave] Life can be challenging, and although we all have the inner resources to overcome these hardships, we may benefit from some extra support to move us towards mental wellness and our ideal self. As a therapist, I offer individual and group therapy to youth (ages 12-30) who present with concerns related but not limited to anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, relationships, and school/work. Together, we will co-create goals and a therapeutic plan by exploring factors that may contribute to the issue(s) at hand but also personal strengths that can be leveraged within recovery.

Are you thinking about going to counselling? I help women feel good about themselves again. I help them with their couple relationship, to manage their roles, mother, partner etc. It might look like everyone else has it figured out, but they feel just like you do. I hope you'll come see me so we can talk about what's bothering you. I will listen and help you tune into your own wisdom to make sense of things and help you feel better. Many women need to talk to process things. They need to feel connected with others, heard and understood. You don't have to do this alone. Let's find a time to talk and work through this together - okay?

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.

I have a passion for working alongside clients who are feeling held back by their past experiences. By specializing in trauma work, I support individuals living with anxiety-related disorders, personality disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, complex post-traumatic stress disorder, moral injury, and more. I offer a collaborative approach, working together to create an individualized treatment plan that best supports you on your unique journey towards healing and recovery.

Everything that we do is a habit that developed based on our experiences in the past. From the moment we are born, we learn how to be in this world and how to be a person. When we are struggling or suffering, and some things are hard and challenging in our lives, whether it is anxiety, depression, trauma or addiction, or things we wish we could change, it’s because we've learned a way of being that is now a habit that can be hard to change. But we are whole, exactly as we are! The changes we make are in how we relate to the experiences and events in our lives and, most importantly, to ourselves.

My therapeutic approach is built on providing a non-judgmental, compassionate space for you to feel safe and supported while sharing experiences in a way that reminds you of your strength. I am described as intuitively supportive and utilize a direct yet understanding approach. I take a compassionate, open, and curious stance I believe each person I work alongside is the expert in their own story and I strive to meet each individual where they are at. Establishing a strong therapeutic relationship, mutual respect, collaboration, and trust are core foundations of my practice.

Change can be scary! Starting therapy takes guts. I understand that choosing a therapist can be overwhelming, so thank you for stopping by. While this may be a challenging time in your life, this is an opportunity to explore, gain insights and heal. Relationship Conflicts, Anxiety, Anger, Depression, Trauma, Life Transitions, or just the need to find a way to stop feeling 'stuck', are issues I help people with on a daily basis. Forgiveness, Spiritual Crisis & Integral Breath Therapy are also areas in which I provide a respectful, comfortable, non-judgmental, & supportive environment in which to assist you in your healing process.

At certain times in our lives, we may feel like we are stuck. We struggle with maintaining our relationships with our significant other and families, have difficulty meeting work deadlines, or are unable to deal with the emotions of a traumatic event (ie. car accident or loss of a loved one). Counselling is a way to work through issues. Here are a few other reasons why individuals and couples may seek counselling: increased conflict and reduced connection due to anger, fear, depression, anxiety, sadness, self-esteem issues, grief, and trauma.

Feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained and not sure of what to do? You are not alone because most people experience psychological issues from time to time in life and need help in resolving these challenges. Seeking professional help is pertinent in attaining and maintaining optimal mental health. I utilize both long-term and brief interventions approach to meet clients’ unique needs. I perform comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to clients' needs. I work from a strength based, trauma informed framework, evidence-based practices and committed to an anti-oppressive approach.