Attachment-based Therapists in Mississauga, ON

I strive to ensure that the space I create is welcoming, non-judgemental, safe, and supportive.  I am passionate about people, the stories they tell, and the resiliency they hold. I work with clients with various mental health concerns, identity exploration, trauma processing, and relationship conflict.

When life gets complicated and overwhelming, the therapeutic process can help to get you back on track. Whether you are trying to cope with difficult relationships or you are struggling with anxiety, depression, isolation and more, you don't have to deal with these challenges on your own. I offer a trusting and supportive place where you can talk openly about your concerns, gain further understanding and insight, and find new ways of managing your circumstances more effectively. Through this process you will feel better about yourself and achieve a greater sense of joy and well being.

I am a registered Psychotherapist with a MA in Psychology from McGill University. All of my services are directly supervised by a registered Psychologist who is an ongoing source of clinical guidance and feedback in my work. Research in the area of 'common factors' emphasizes the client-therapist relationship and factors that are unique to you and your life circumstances as important predictors for therapy success, and it informs my approach to support you in creating positive change. I meet clients non-judgmentally, and my approach is uniquely dynamic, collaborative, and solution-focused, with therapeutic presence and authenticity.

Growing up is not always easy and it can often feel overwhelming. One of the hardest parts of being a parent is seeing your child struggle. I can help you sail through the storm. I am a bilingual Registered Social Worker experienced in working with children, adolescents and families. Whether it is a problem with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, parenting challenges, traumatic life events, issues with family transitions, adjustment to school, or peer relationships, you don't have to do it alone.

Feeling alone in your relationship? Want to be able to feel connected again with your partner? Experiencing high levels of stress and anxiety and always feeling overwhelmed with life's demands? Does this sound familiar? Know that you are not alone. If your goal is to start feeling like an active participant and being an expert in your own life and if you are seeking for a safe space to talk and someone to truly listen to you, your journey towards this goal can begin now.

I provide psychotherapy to clients struggling with challenging life experiences. It can be difficult to feel understood or to cope when experiencing stress, depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict or low self-confidence. It takes courage to reach out and ask for help, and I can provide a safe space where together we focus on skills that foster resiliency in the face of inevitable life challenges. I have more than a decade of experience working with adults (18+) dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, adjustment issues, grief, shame and guilt, interpersonal conflict, and perinatal concerns, etc.

At iHope Counselling, Karen Haines (Registered Psychotherapist) offers EMDR and Trauma Therapy. The therapeutic relationship is focused on nurturing, hope, inspiration and healing; all necessary for you to grow and thrive. During this challenging time, symptoms related to PTSD, past abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, cancer, self-injury or relational distress may be more difficult. Karen's highest priority is assisting you in your recovery and is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy relationship in which to do this important and life changing work.

Welcome to my site. I hope you find this information helpful and informative. My passion is to assist and empower others on their journey of self-discovery. I am a Masters of Social Work (MSW) and a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. My approach is one of transformation through non-judgment, listening, support, empathy, and insight. I operate from a Trauma-Informed Approach (TIA) in acknowledging the sensitive concerns that exist within the clients that I work with.

How are you managing in these challenging times? Are you dealing with depression, anxiety, separation, divorce, illness, loss, or the death of a loved one? Do you sometimes feel hopeless and need somebody to listen, understand you, help you work through the challenges, and make sense of the struggles you are experiencing? I have over seven years of experience in various mental health settings providing counselling to children, youth, adults, and families. I will support you as you grow confident, hopeful, and trusting of yourself. I will support you as you get to experience another way of being with yourself and your loved ones.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, unresolved trauma or relationship issues with your partner, parent or yourself? Perhaps you hard on yoursef, critical or "empty". I am passionate about assisting you in restoring the sense of personal power, facilitate growth and/or healing important relationships. Together we will explore the sources of your present or ongoing struggle and co-create a more effective blueprint on how to regain control over your difficulty. The better we understand our inner emotional life, the easier it is to change destructive and self-sabotaging behaviour patterns and repetitions.

I am Mariam A. and I am a counsellor who provides online counselling services. I graduated from the University of Toronto in 2018 with my Bachelor of Arts degree, specializing in History of Religions and Psychology. I received my Ontario Graduate certificate from Humber College in Addictions & Mental Health. I am currently a professional member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. I am also a registered member of the Mental Health First Aid and Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute.

Ups and downs in life are natural - the ride is more of a down versus up, and it is in those moments when we actually feel stuck! May be it’s your individual self or your relationship that is going through basic human experiences - emotions such as pain or suffering - that cannot be discounted. As a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive therapist, I am here to support you in this journey where you feel respected, seen and heard (and challenged too since our goal is your wellbeing, remember?).

Imagine yourself living a liberated & balanced life! Are you feeling tensed & finding it difficult to restore your calm? Have you been experiencing a low mood most of the day & feeling hopeless? Are you feeling overwhelmed as a parent? Is life just passing by & you can’t seem to get anything done? Experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD can be confusing, scary & exhausting to take this on all by yourself & feeling stuck. Yet making choices can be liberating because it helps you reclaim your Self & everyone has the power to change & create their lives. YOU too can choose to empower Yourself & Heal? Let me help you get there!

**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** We are a team of mental health practitioners who offer individual, couple and family therapy. We offer a safe, non-judgemental environment where we generate conversations that facilitate new possibilities for you, your relationships and life. Our team is committed to hearing, supporting and gently but appropriately challenging you. Our methodology to therapy includes several therapeutic approaches and techniques (including but not limited to dialogic, emotion-focused, solution focused, narrative, CBT etc.) based on the uniqueness of clients, and their needs and hopes for our work together.

I have a background in sociology, women’s studies, and nutrition, and with that, I take a holistic approach to my clients. In a collaborative effort, my goal is to help navigate through tough times, relationships, new stages of life, and anything else that brings you into therapy. In session, you will be met with warmth, empathy, and my full attention. I have a passion for relationships, women’s issues, particularly perinatal periods of development like finding balance in motherhood, postpartum, pregnancy, fertility issues, as well as navigating difficult relationships with food, and much more!

ARE YOU FACING: STRESS ,ANXIETY, DEPRESSION **Are you ready to take the path towards HEALING & WELLBEING ? What may be preventing you from getting there? What ideas and beliefs about yourself and your life are behind all that you are facing? How would you feel taking a approach of discovery through a self loving lens. How would you feel without the weight your are currently carrying on your own? These are some questions to consider. Let us walk together towards a more effective happier future of freedom from the struggle of day to day challenges. I am here to help you every step of the way!

I value and respect the vulnerability and openness that it takes to reach out for help. I am committed to supporting your pursuit of improved mental health by encouraging healing, growth, and empowerment in a safe, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you feel respected, seen, and heard. My areas of focus include perinatal and postpartum mental health, fertility challenges, eating disorders, disordered eating, body image, trauma, stress management, self-esteem, identity, anxiety, depression, transitions, and relationships.

I'm very passionate about helping individuals & couples struggling with intimacy, infidelity, trust, sex addiction, trauma, sexual issues & more. I'm trained in various treatment methods, and I bring a host of experience, that's allowed me a great success rate. My various skill sets have opened up several opportunities, including published books, advice columns, keynote addresses, media tours, and hosting various TV & radio shows, which speak to my commitment to helping people heal and lead fulfilling lives. To learn more about me, visit www.RelationshipAndSexuality.com, or Google me for my thousands of international contributions.

Hi! I’m so glad you’re here! Reaching out for support is such a wonderful step in ensuring your wellness. Navigating our emotional health can be hard. Thank you for trusting me with yours. I value connection, vulnerability and authenticity. I believe that our emotions, moods, and bodies hold valuable information about who we are and I hope to create a safe space where you can dig a little deeper to gain a better understanding of yourself and your relationships.