Anxiety Therapists in Mount Brydges, ON

Are you or your child feeling stressed, stuck, unmotivated or alone? Do you find that you are being overwhelmed by thoughts and/or emotions or snapping at those around you? Maybe you want to make changes but aren't sure where to start? Perhaps you describe yourself as anxious or stressed or unable to figure out what to do or as someone who is lacking motivation. Feeling different or "better" might be something you are seeking.

Hey there and welcome to my practice! I'm Michelle, a Registered Social Worker who has been providing counselling services to children, youth and families for over 20 years in a variety of settings including in community mental health agencies, residential treatment centres, and in schools. My goal is to provide a safe, comfortable and non-judgemental experience, while working together to help you reach your desired goals. I specialize in providing treatment to children, teens and young adults for anxiety, low mood, behavioural concerns, school refusal, emotion regulation, interpersonal difficulties, and clients impacted by trauma.

Please note I offer direct billing for most major insurance providers. I know that you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and worried that you will always feel this way. You may feel burnt out with day-to-day tasks, your work, relationships or parenting. You feel lost about what your next steps are and how to move forward. You want to have confidence in making decisions, be able to stop your racing mind and feel better. You want to wake up, feel ready for your day, and feel connected with your family and friends.

Dr. Stephanie Montgomery-Graham's practice focuses on helping individuals with anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. Her couples therapy expertise includes helping couples with improving their communication, restoring emotional and sexual connection, de-escalating fighting, building trust following infidelity, and navigating mismatched desire.

Currently accepting new clients: Empowering change & nurturing growth: At Better Minds Counselling Services, our mission is to provide individuals with effective and tangible tools to navigate life's challenges. By focusing on actionable strategies, skill-building, and real-world application, we help individuals achieve not only personal growth, but also a renewed sense of control and fulfillment. Using evidence-based interventions and unwavering support, we empower individuals to overcome obstacles, achieve emotional balance, and cultivate a better quality of life. By nurturing better minds, we pave the way for better lives!

Therapy is a collaborative process in which I invest deeply into meeting the individual clients needs. I use a very systematic, goal oriented and reinforcement based method, to meet the goals collaboratively set out by the individual, couple or family, while keeping your values and beliefs at the fore front. I offer a warm and friendly approach to foster a strong rapport with clients and believe in supporting your goals while offering my personal and professional insight.

Life will bring challenges and difficult times causing 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. Maybe you are a Health Care Provider with moral injury as a result of your challenging work? Chronic stressors can bring up feelings of fear 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.

Dr. Otchet is a psychologist who works in private practice in London, Ontario. She sees adults presenting with a range of health and/or mental health concerns, including medical and/or psychological disability, acute and/or chronic pain, depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, and gender dysphoria. She has particular interests in adjustment to illness and injury, in trauma and resilience, and in coping with life transitions. She also has interest in working with first responders and their adult family members, as well as people who work in health care.

I believe in the innate goodness of people and the power of connection to influence positive change. My focus is to help you grow authentically and holistically so you feel as though you are thriving, not just surviving. I have a special passion for working with individuals navigating life transitions, new and expecting mothers, and those experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, interpersonal conflicts, concussion management, and self-esteem. I believe through building stronger, healthier, and more connected individuals and families we can create a positive a ripple-effect in our society.

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.

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.

Looking for a specialized clinic just for kids and teens? London Sensory Therapy is a fun, safe, and soothing space, different from the typical 'chair and table' therapy center. Our clinic offers a ball pit, swing, oversized bean bag chair, glowing bubble tube, fiberoptic lights, weighted animals etc. all to help promote a positive counselling experience for your child, teen, or young adult. We have two highly skilled Social Workers who can assess and treat a variety of emotional, social, and behavioral challenges.

The thought of talking to stranger about deeply personal issues can feel daunting. Talking to a therapist who values your story and perspective can guide understanding, empowerment and healing. Whether you are beginning to notice a sense of dissatisfaction with life, difficulty with relationships or heightening anxiety therapy is a space to feel heard and validated . Pressure and expectations can leave us feeling alone and wondering how we ended up here. Sometimes things happen that are outside of our control, things that impact us in ways that we never could have imagined. You are important and understanding yourself matters.

Thrive Psychotherapy London is a space for people to discover their inner strength and resiliency. As Registered Psychotherapists and Social Workers, we believe that every person has the innate ability to cope with the challenges in their lives, but sometimes experiences from the past make it difficult to tap into these abilities. We all take great joy in being able to walk alongside clients throughout their journey towards healing and growth. Each therapist has their own unique approach to therapy and will work with you to feel safe, heard and supported in your therapeutic journey!

As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) I have had the opportunity to work with a wide variety of clients with an assortment of concerns throughout the first two years of my career and look forward to helping more. 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.