Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Mississauga, ON

Do you want someone to be real with you as you journey through tough times and on your way to healing? Regardless of what brings you in for therapy you will be treated with dignity and respect no matter what! Your treatment will be holistic and client-centered, as you do not fit into cookie-cutter boxes. A known therapist with strong boundaries, exceptional training, and down to earth approach you will benefit from Malissa’s over 10 years of experience in sex and sexuality, mental health, couples therapy, gender issues, research and teaching industries and she will "get you." Malissa welcomes and celebrates diversity.

Do you feel like you've gotten too far away from who you really are, or who you want to be? Are you overwhelmed by grief, sadness, or worry that you feel isolated and alone? Perhaps these feelings lead to intensive anxiety, depression, communication problems in relationships, or difficulty coping with daily life. May be you're tired of people telling you to "get over it" because you're not sure that's even possible. Talking with someone who understands what you've been through is invaluable. Together, you will gain the clarity, confidence, and courage you need to change your life.

I guide people through powerful life transitions and support them through the process of self-discovery and rebirth. Self-awareness is essential to overcoming life's obstacles. But there's often a catch isn't there. The story you tell yourself, it seems to have an agenda of its own. (I'm not good enough, someone's always achieving more than me. Why do I have to do all the work?) So how do you move beyond your current thinking? What has actually happened to warrant your thinking? What's been the core pattern in your relationships till now, and what happens when you challenge that pattern? Pause.... and sit with these questions.

I offer individual, couple and family therapy for a wide range of issues including; Divorce/Separation, Trauma, Grief, OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder), Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Self-Image, Family Conflict, and Eating Disorders I have assisted many couples and families in improving their relationships with one another, providing them with the ability to communicate, respect and understand each other better using Collaborative Problem Solving and Emotion-focussed therapy. Success in a relationship does not mean there is no conflict, it means that conflict is handled in a respectful manner and individuals feel heard.

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. During our work together, we will explore how we are shaped by our early experiences and how our emotions guide us to better understand ourselves. We won’t be learning quick strategies to coping, conflict resolution or emotion management, but instead we will slow down and work to uncover the underlying patterns that drive our perceptions of the world, our relationships with others, and our relationship with ourselves.

Throughout our lives we naturally experience ups and downs. These fluctuations in mood may also bring about challenging thoughts and feelings that we hold onto, unsure of how to let them go. I believe that collaboratively working with individuals to explore these thoughts and feelings in a safe, trusting, and non-judgemental environment can help them get where they want to go. In encompassing a person-centered approach to therapy, I believe that you are the expert on your own life. My goal is to help guide and support you on your journey of self-discovery and self-exploration.

My experience over the years has taught me that anyone is capable of change if they want it. Life is difficult and as people we face challenges that make us feel helpless or broken. However, I believe that we are also resilient and with support, we can get through any obstacles that come our way. I want to be a support to anyone facing these dilemmas by giving you a voice and providing the opportunity to be heard. My goal is to improve the lives of clients by enhancing their social and emotional growth and providing solutions to enhance their mental health and well-being.

***Virtual Sessions Available!*** Have you experienced stress, pressure, difficulty coping or relationship struggles? Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, urges to self-harm or thoughts of suicide? Let's tackle it together. We can partner to create specific and measurable goals for treatment which may include stabilizing self-harming or impulsive behaviours/thoughts, understanding & managing emotions, navigating challenges effectively, coping with distress & uncertainty, challenging unhelpful ways of thinking, improving relationships or figuring out what you want and making a plan to achieve it.

***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Our practice’s approach is to be with you through every step of your journey. We aim to help you grow from your struggles, make sense of your experiences, and take your life in the direction you wish. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. Our goal as a practice is to provide a neutral ground in which individuals, families, and couples can safely heal, energize and become aware of their inner strength. Thus, we ensure that a therapist is able to see you within 48 hours of reaching out.

I believe every individual has the strength and resilience to cope with difficult situations. However, in times of difficulty, they need someone’s guidance to remind them who they are and what they are capable of. I am passionate about holistic wellness. The mind, body, and spirit, as well as mental well-being should be treated with grave importance. We continually make important decisions that will shape the way we live our lives; this pressure can take an enormous toll on our mental well-being. We can display that by stressing out or by developing unhealthy coping mechanisms. This is can be difficult to navigate.

***Virtual Sessions Available!*** Have you experienced stress, pressure, difficulty coping or relationship struggles? Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, urges to self-harm or thoughts of suicide? Let's tackle it together. We can partner to create specific and measurable goals for treatment which may include stabilizing self-harming or impulsive behaviours or thoughts, understanding & managing emotions, navigating challenges effectively, coping with distress & uncertainty, challenging unhelpful ways of thinking, improving relationships or figuring out what you want and making a plan to achieve it.

I am a registered Psychotherapist of Ontario, and Life coach with over 20 years of professional experience. My academic background is based in CBT and Neuro-linguistic techniques. I believe we can break free from the limiting beliefs that hold us back from reaching our full potential. The balance of our lives depends on our capacity to learn and modify our thoughts and behaviors reaching better emotions to structure a satisfactory future. I feel comfortable working with all kind of people and with adolescents, adults, and seniors. Currently, I offer online individual, couple and family therapy.

***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.

They say our greatest weakness lies in giving up! We have all been there. I decided that if life was going to be difficult, I would become its greatest “warrior” and teach others to do the same. Too often we use our armour to hide our inner selves, rather than see it as our strength which only comes from taking a risk, facing our fears, taking a step forward, and learning that every battle is won with wisdom. I am here to empower you to take that chance on yourself — your mind is a powerful force, but you are its master!

Welcome! Let me start out by telling you what I tell all my potential clients: Therapy is such an individual process and so much of it has to do with finding the right therapist. Many of us have similar training and areas of expertise but we all differ in personality. I want to use this space here to give you an idea of my vibe and approach. I’m a little quirky with a gentle approach and strong ability to challenge you and explore with you. I can sit with you in heavy spaces, difficult feelings, and complex thoughts.

Your mind is racing, your palms become sweaty, and you ask yourself “am I normal?”; “are these thoughts normal?”; “what’s wrong with me?”. You become anxious, you can’t sleep, eat, or think. Have you experienced any of these symptoms? I am here to tell you that many of us have from time-to-time. If these thoughts are consuming your day-to-day life I am here to help. I am a passionate therapist, and I consistently work from a client-centred and anti-oppressive perspective. I work eclectically, which basically means that I draw from several therapy modalities in order to meet your unique needs.

Feeling sad and unable to figure out why? Constantly worrying about what will happen next? I can work with you to help you deal with the different pressures and stressors in your life. I meet you where you are and walk alongside you to help you reach your full potential. My focus puts you first and builds a strong therapeutic relationship between us through respect, empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard.