Grief Therapists in London, ON

Are you looking for a therapist who understands the unique challenges youth and young adults face and wont dismiss your concerns about the climate, social justice and your future? Do you sometimes feel immobilized by the gravity of it all? Are you looking for a safe and nonjudgemental space to explore your identity, your purpose and your path?

I provide counselling to individual adults and teens facing a variety of challenges including anxiety and stress, depression, grief and loss , relationship issues, and chronic illness and pain. I am calm, compassionate and experienced. I’ve worked in the field for 20 years and provide confidential services in a caring and supportive environment.

Taking the leap to start therapy can feel incredibly vulnerable and overwhelming. There are so many unknowns! This is why I prioritizes providing a warm, welcoming space where be your true self and feel supported. In session, you are in the drivers seat. We will work with together to develop deeper understanding of your past experiences and how they are impacting you today. Using an eclectic therapeutic approach, we will highlight your strengths, identify areas for growth, discover new insights, and develop a treatment plan that works for your life.

Life can present us with challenges that leave us feeling diminished, confused, and unable to cope. I believe that each of us has the capacity to heal, find purpose, and create a path forward. My practice is dedicated to supporting individuals experiencing challenges resulting from past and current difficult relationships, life transitions, grief due to death loss and living losses such as divorce, loss of health and more; and challenges related to the experience of anxiety, depression, and trauma. I apply an anti-oppressive, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed lens guided by your needs, goals, and circumstances.

*NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* I work with people who are feeling like they need to make a change or process some things before they can really move forward. That might look like a loss , a new stage in life, a shifting world view, or maybe needing someone to bounce ideas off of. These can be isolating experiences but you don't have to go through it alone. We can work together to move from overwhelm to confidence and authenticity.

My extensive experience working with individuals and families has led me to believe in the immense human capacity for change, recovery, and healing. I am a clinical social worker and view psychotherapy as a gentle, coordinated dance between therapist and client. I am interested in knowing you, your challenges, triumphs and your life story. While I am able to take a supportive role by listening and acknowledging your emotions, I can also take an active role when necessary. Therefore, you can count on hearing my take on the presented issues and my advice.

For the past twenty-nine years, I have counselled and supported a diverse range of individuals who are challenged with emotional and psychological issues. I am a qualified clinical social worker in good standing with the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. I have an exceptionally strong commitment to helping individuals and their families optimize overall function and mental health through a collaborative therapeutic journey that focuses on the individual's inter/intrapersonal strengths and develops new skills and strategies.

Life can be hard. It can also be wonderful and full. And can be both at the same time! Talking with someone about the joys and the hardships, and everything in between, can often bring a more clear perspective on those feelings about what is happening. There may be times when what occured in the past is interfering with the present, and it is confusing to know how best to deal with all of that. I can help! You deserve to live a life that is not defined by what has happened. You are strong and resilient, capable of looking at the hard stuff and determining where that hard stuff will be put into your life.

I am a clinical social work therapist and have had the opportunity of working with people for over 28 years. Supporting you through life's challenges such as loss , grief , transitions, conflict or any struggle is a privilege. I offer you a safe and nurturing space to meet your therapeutic goals.

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In our everyday life, it can become challenging to manage our feelings towards our “reality gaps”; the difference between what is happening in our life, and what we want to be happening. These “gaps” can come up in every aspect of our life: work, relationships, family, loss and grief , conflicts with your partner, and so much more. Trying to figure out how to manage these feelings and find ways to “make the situation better” can be exhausting, and feel impossible at times. I believe we have the ability to step back from our life, observe how the unhelpful patterns continue to persist, and together, we can learn new ways of coping.

This is a very confusing time...it is normal to be struggling to get your balnce.Understanding your enneagram number can support you to get direction.. My work with individuals is a mind-body approach . You will given assistance to explore, identity and change unhealthy patterns of feelings, thoughts and behaviours. I will assist you to ground yourself and offer support to move towards your future. I encourage people to work individually and participate in groups. Personal work in groups can enrich your experience ... group experiences includes time-limited groups, open - ended groups and intensive workshops.

*Currently unable to accept new clients* Stress, difficulty with ever changing environments, low self esteem, feeling overwhelmed, and struggling to cope. Losses, grief , struggling to make sense of events both past and present, uncertainty about relationships, uncertainty about what to do for work, school, or life in general. We all experiences ups and downs in how we have a handle on life and sometimes, it is more down than up. I hope to be able to provide a comfortable space for people to discuss what they are experiencing, no matter how overwhelming.

As the owner of Light Post Therapy, I am dedicated to individual therapy. Earning my Masters of Social Work from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI. I've completed numerous courses specialized in CBT, grief and trauma focused care, amongst other therapeutic techniques.

Are you feeling lost, anxious, or uncertain in life? When facing unresolved trauma, grief , or relationship challenges it is normal and often necessary to reach out for support. We all need people who we can turn to for consistency and guidance as we navigate adversity. I facilitate professional support for people who are facing the challenges and emotional hardships that often accompany living with anxiety and uncertainty.

New clients welcomed! Have you experienced a death or loss that shattered your world, leaving you feeling alone or isolated? Do you lack the support from friends or family members who tell you it is time to move on? I want to tell you that you are not alone but also that grief is unique to you, making it difficult for loved ones to understand. Grief can bring many emotions that are not limited to feelings of sadness but can involve regrets, guilt, yearning, and anger. We strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel supported. We meet you where you are at and design a therapeutic plan based on your personal needs.

NEW CLIENTS WELCOME! Stress, anxiety, and depression are not just issues for adults: children and youth suffer too. A team of multi-skilled therapists are available to work with adults, children, and youth. Using art/play therapy for children and teens, we help them understand their stressors, navigate their way through custody issues, manage anxiety and depression, and heal from low self-esteem. We also work with adults who are looking to heal from trauma, grief / loss , relational difficulties, anxiety, depression, and chronic stress.

Counselling can help you to develop a different relationship with the “chatter” in your head that tells you that you ”aren’t good enough” and that keeps you from daring greatly.  It can help you to look at the stories in your life that counter your shame—and give them a voice.  It can help you to acknowledge and accept loss in a compassionate manner as you would want for a friend.  It can help you to recognize your relationship with your mental health and how you interact with it.  It allows you to sort through your values and support you living in a way that aligns with what you want.  Counselling looks to support these and more.

No counsellor is the right fit for everyone, I know. In the past decade I have learned that my approach is often a good fit for people who seek healing after trauma (long past and recent events), and I have a special interest in supporting those healing in the wake of traumatic bereavement . I also work with individuals and couples who find that their day-to-day routines are simply not working anymore, sometimes because of a loss or a change in circumstance and other times because their entire sense of self is in transition. If you are asking "who am I now?" or "how do I live with this?" my services may be a good fit.