Positive Psychology Therapists in London, ON

Life will bring challenges and difficult times that can cause feelings of confusion, fear, anxiety, depression…and numbness. We also experience transitions and losses, not only through the death of people we love, but loss of our health, relationships, jobs, dreams. Without relief, chronic stressors can bring up feelings of fear and resistance and a lack of belief that we can cope. Some events and relationships may leave deeper, traumatic wounds. Sometimes it just feels like it is all ‘too much’. Whatever challenge brings you here, together we can work with and process these feelings.

If you are in need of support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles and/or grief, please feel free to reach out! I take a psycho-educational approach to the support I offer. What is psycho-education? - If your sense of humor is kicking in - I see you! haha. But really, I help you to learn about positive psychology and your nervous system.

Are you finding everything too stressful right now? Have the last few years been just too much? Whether it is work, relationship, family, or just the stress of trying to make it through the week, I can help. No matter how good our friends or family are, it can be so helpful to have someone with an outside perspective to talk with and help sort through things. Our past does impact our present and understanding the ways we respond to the world can make it all so much easier. If you are looking for a therapist who will be supportive and non-judgemental while guiding you towards more self understanding and confidence, I can help.

My background holds 40yrs of extensive practice experience and continued learning. Expertise:all relationship concerns; recovery/healing from emotional hurts, losses, trauma. Such events, if in early years, can instill persistent insecurity, fears, loneliness and grief, causing troubled close relationships and inner-life. Restricting our core resilient nature where we keep strong potentials to be more open, creative, confident, realistic/effective persons. Mainly treat “self-regulation” problems: Social anxiety, shame/guilt, anger, depression; overdependencies; Intimacy-sexuality, communication; Identity-personality issues,selfcare.

Life is a self-discovery process. The journey may not always be smooth; in fact, it’s common to experience roadblocks along the way, only to find that our usual methods for coping stop working. However, with the right support it is possible to feel grounded in yourself again. Therapy can offer you an opportunity to develop greater awareness, self-compassion, and ultimately resiliency in the face of life challenges. In our collaborative work together, you will be supported with developing a deeper understanding of yourself, and with making the changes that you desire to live a more satisfying life.

Accepting New Clients: When new life challenges arise they can feel unmanageable. However, they may also provide an opportunity to understand ourselves better. Whether you are experiencing a difficult or challenging time in your life, together we can explore your feelings, thoughts and experiences in a safe space, free of judgement.

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.

Daytime appointments available - When we aren't feeling like the best version of ourselves, it's tough to engage in our lives in the way we would like to; our daily stress adds up and pulls us away from the things that are important to us. Whether little things in your life are piling up and becoming overwhelming or you are in the midst of a major life transition, accessing support is an important first step to living a value-driven life. Sometimes we are feeling alright, but we aren't where we want to be. Having dedicated time and space to process our thoughts with an unbiased listener can build the insight we need to thrive.

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.

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.

My joy is to help children, adolescents, and adults embrace their full potential! I conduct comprehensive Psychological consultations and assessments to diagnose ADHD, Learning Disability, Giftedness, Intellectual Disability, ASD, and other developmental or social-emotional issues. I use a holistic and eclectic approach to identify and help address learning, academic, self-esteem, attentional, adaptive/developmental, social-emotional or other mental health challenges. I provide direct supports, coaching plan and strength-based recommendations for the whole person and parents. Collaboration with the whole family and team is key.

Hello, as a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) I have had the opportunity to work with a wide variety of clients with an assortment of concerns throughout my practicum and into the start of my career. I take pride in being able to help clients assess where improvements are needed and strengths are present. I tailor our sessions based on your needs while pulling from various therapeutic modalities. I most commonly support clients through the use of CBT, DBT, solution focused strategies and ultimately, a person centered approach. As a young male I have had a lot of success helping males with male related issues.

Do you sometimes think to yourself "Gosh, my child's behaviour is out of control!". Do you think "I want to help my child so desperately but somehow it feels like I end up making things worse" ? Maybe you blame yourself and wonder "where did I go wrong?". Maybe other people in your child's life blame you. You know something needs to change but don't know where else to look. You've exhausted all the options you know of- you've spoken to other moms, teachers, maybe other therapists. You worry about your child's happiness and stability if something doesn't change. This is hard stuff! I want you to know, you're in the right place!

In a world that is becoming increasingly complicated every day, therapy is a safe space away from the pressures of daily life where you can explore your concerns without judgement. My aim as a therapist is to create an environment where I can support you in exploring what is bothering you and we can work as a team to find solutions that are tailored to your unique story and circumstances. I draw from a range of therapies but my main guiding principles come from a strengths-based perspective. I believe above all that YOU are the expert in your own life and that I am merely here to help you on your road to self-actualization.

My goal as a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), is to create a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I believe in the power of therapy to help people gain insight into themselves and their experiences, and to develop new ways of coping with life's challenges. I have experience working with clients who have anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, ADHD, self esteem issues and trauma, as well as experience working with men. I believe therapy should be available to everyone and am passionate about working with people from all cultures, genders, and sexual orientations.

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.