Women's Issues Therapists in London, ON

I specialize in the areas of grief, loss and life transitions. I am able to meet with individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, sadness, feelings of being overwhelmed etc. Sometimes your experiences, feelings and thoughts need some attention to provide you insight into your life and help you to move forward with strategies and tools to get you through - I'm here to help you with that. I have been a social worker for over ten years both in a hospital setting and community and am passionate about working with individuals.

Stories have always intrigued me because they helped me to understand how other people think and see the world. My interest in stories led me to social work: as I worked in the community, I learned the power of personal narratives to limit or expand the opportunities that my clients chose to pursue. I am particularly passionate about working with people experiencing life transitions. Transition periods can come at all stages of life. They can include a new diagnosis, the loss of employment, the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, the start of a new career, recovery after illness, or a faith crisis.

Are you a woman who has experienced trauma, addictions, and/or mental health concerns? Or are you someone who is at an impasse in your life and thinking about making life or career changes but not sure how to start? Where ever you are in your journey, you may need help addressing old trauma that you've been carrying for a long time and the coping mechanisms that you've developed and/or you may want some coaching and guidance on the next steps in your life. I believe we can achieve your goals using therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).

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 incorporate Emotionally Focused and Internal Family Systems modalities.

Offering Psychotherapy sessions to educate and empower women to prioritize their mental health. I hold space for women to process their feelings while they navigate transitions in life. A graduate of 2006 with many years experience helping clients navigate their feelings and finding practical solutions during life's challenges. Note I do no offer free phone consultations. It takes several sessions and info gathered in intake forms to determine a good fit, please do not email me asking for a free session! Thanks! J

When everything falls apart, or how you've coped before isn't working any more, it is time for a different approach. Sessions focus on (re)discovering the strengths you may not feel you have, learning mindful self-compassion practices to support yourself more kindly, discern what wisdom means for you and how to access your practical wisdom for living your life and finding a way through, no matter what you are facing. Symptoms such as anxiety, depression, burnout, stress can be the catalysts for changing your thinking, behaviours and patterns to discover new ways to live your life. During COVID-19 support is more essential than ever.

Even though your life looks good from the outside, something just doesn’t feel right. No matter how much you accomplish, you continue to feel guilty, small and like you’re not enough. When you think about it, you probably don't even know who "you" are or what you enjoy anymore. Maybe you never really did know. It may feel as though stress has taken over your life. Work is no longer fulfilling, your home life & relationships are suffering and you feel defeated at the end of the day. All of this leaves you feeling overwhelmed, down and confused, and you're not sure how to move forward.

I specialize in working with young adults who identify with being highly sensitive and who feel this world deeply. My clients often describe themselves as empathetic and creative souls who may struggle with people pleasing, perfectionism and feeling overwhelmed and misunderstood by others in their lives. Together, we can work to find your voice and wholeheartedly walk towards a life that feels more authentic and aligned. A life where you feel empowered in your sensitivity, worth and values! A life where there is intentional space for calm and joy.

I work with children and primarily youth as well as adults from diverse ethnicities, life experience, occupations and those of the LGBQT+ community. I have a specialization in addictions and mental health but also welcome clients experiencing depression, stress, anxiety, social isolation, PTSD & trauma, emotional and behavioural issues, attachment issues, separation/divorce issues, strengthening family relationships, family stress, school-related stress, workplace stress and those who are looking to overcome barriers and make positive changes in their lives.

You are struggling to adjust to parenthood, you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious and not sure if you are doing it right. Maybe you have experienced the loss of a pregnancy or are experiencing issues with fertility causing you to feel defeated and like giving up hope. Maybe you are finding yourself quick to anger and lash out in ways you never expected. Maybe your relationship is changing and you and your partner are no longer on the same page. Whether you are pregnant, new to parenting or have done this before, it can be difficult to manage the never ending demands of pregnancy and parenthood.

Life can feel too intense sometimes and our minds and bodies can feel as though they are no longer connected. Psychotherapy can be a powerful way to work through those intense sensations or numbing moments when we can’t see a way forward- when we feel stuck, lost, alone or disconnected. I take a holistic approach to mental health and gracefully hold space between providing non-judgmental support and practical skills to help you overcome such issues as anxiety, depression, stress.

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.

NEW CLIENTS WELCOME! Having an individual share their personal story is incredibly meaningful to me, and I consider it a true honour to do this work. Life offers us up challenges and often times we need a little support navigating these challenges. I see my approach as being integrative, collaborative, and about true connection. I want my clients to feel seen, heard, validated, and understood in whatever they are feeling and experiencing. I want to be a part of moving towards a place of true joy and peace. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and have been working for the past 7 years supporting and guiding my clients.

When it comes to choosing a counsellor, it's all about fit. We are moms helping moms! At Myranda Ashley Counselling, we are a team of therapists with unique expertise and a common mission to help moms get the support they need, when they need it. We offer counselling to support adults who are facing parenting challenges, infertility and loss, postpartum depression and anxiety, generalized anxiety and depression, self esteem and body image concerns, couples therapy and more. Our clients can expect that they will feel heard, validated and supported in practical ways, to get them back on track to living a meaningful and fulfilled life.

Do you feel like no matter how hard you work to get it right, it’s never enough? Perhaps you are feeling the weight of outside and even internal expectations of who you are “supposed” to be. Or maybe you’re navigating through a major life transition like parenthood, a new career, or a recent loss and you are feeling unbalanced. You’ve lost sight of yourself and what’s important to you, and it’s leaving you feeling drained, and maybe more resentful than you’d like.

Additional client day now available: So if you're trying to figure out how to heal from past issues with relationships, your self-worth, body image, weight stigma, health, illness, pain, anxiety or relationship with food, I believe you've come to the right place. Together we can explore when and where certain feelings started & gently unwind them to slowly build to a more loving & self-accepting existence as you are right now. I have a deep & personal understanding of these issue. My practice focus is: mindfulness, IFS/parts work, self-compassion, women's work, body issues, anxiety, pain, disordered eating & psychedelic work.

Dear moms, I see you. Perhaps you're feeling weighed down by guilt, worry, feelings of inadequacy or struggling to balance roles and responsibilities? Maybe you’re struggling to get through the day in one piece, or just don’t recognize yourself anymore. Many women feel a loss of identity as a woman beyond motherhood, as their body and lifestyle changes. As women we wear many ‘hats’ and it’s hard to juggle it all. We're often busy helping everyone else in our life and feel guilty giving the same care and compassion to ourselves. You want to feel better, more confident and enjoy this beautiful time in your life.

Let’s figure out what is holding you back and how to move forward in celebrating who you are. We all have parts of ourselves we wish were different, parts of ourselves we are ashamed of or perhaps sad or angry with. Sometimes we start to shape our understanding of ourselves through a narrative that is focused on these parts. My approach is one that uses curiosity to explore, understand and appreciate our unique story. Stories are ways in which we explain and understand our experiences. As your therapist, I will walk alongside you on your journey of exploring your story, rediscovering self and re-writing your story that you value.

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.