Therapists in Nepean, ON

I work with individuals, couples and families of all cultural/spiritual backgrounds. I use an eclectic treatment approach to address anxiety, depression, anger, communication issues and relationship recovery, addictions, work/life balance, self-esteem, post-traumatic stress, career and many other issues. I believe that active listening is at the heart of effective therapy, and I work to help my clients find their own hidden strengths, empowering them to effectively resolve their issues. My personal life mission is to assist my clients in identifying solutions to the problems that prevent them from enjoying their lives to the fullest extent possible.

I am available and accepting new clients for in person or online sessions. Lifes challenges can have a great impact on our lives. The last few years have been an added challenge and you are not alone if you are struggling with feelings of anxiety, sadness, loss or confusion? Are you dealing with relationship issues with your partner, family or co-workers? Are you wanting to make changes in your life, but aren't clear about how or where to start? Throughout life, we are faced with the task of overcoming challenges and hardships. It may be time to talk to someone.

Are you suffering from anxiety right now? Living in constant threat about what may come in the future - or getting lost in the traumas of the past? You are not alone! The clients I see often tell me “I feel my mind has no off switch," As they gradually lose control over their feelings, relationships and actions. Coping strategies may no longer be working for you. If you are here, then know there is hope. I've helped people deal with anxiety and trauma-related issues for the past 15 years. I am here to help you move past anxiety and get back into your life.

I provide counselling and psychotherapy services to Individuals, Teens (12+), and Families. I work tirelessly to support my clients in achieving their goals and reducing their distress. I believe that the most fundamental step towards effective therapy is a strong and trusting relationship between the client and the therapist, therefore it is a top priority in the work I do. My overall goal is to facilitate a therapeutic process which empowers clients to find happiness, balance, health, and well-being.

Life is messy for all of us. You may be feeling overwhelmed, worried, depleted, or like you’re never quite good enough. Your thoughts may be critical and harsh (and you may not even notice – that’s been the case for so long). You may be wondering when you’re going to get it together. Being a human is hard work. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, trouble managing your emotions, or another human experience you may need support with, therapy can help. Therapy with me is authentic, connected, and informal (read: I don't write notes in session, I don't typically use worksheets).

Matthias Barter is a Registered Psychotherapist that works one-on-one with clients to help navigate life's stressful situations, identify areas of meaning, and improve overall life quality. Matthias has experience working with numerous presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, anger, loss, and difficult life transitions. Additional areas of expertise include motivation/avoidance, relationship difficulties, and self-harm.

I was drawn to working with women in abusive relationships after two sexual assaults in my 20’s started me thinking about all the fear and trauma in women’s lives. Working in a battered women’s shelter, I realized many women are living under intolerable, often life-threatening conditions of control, threat and violence—and that it is the women, not their abusers, who are routinely judged and blamed, depicted as liars and mentally ill. I saw no pathology in the women coming to us for help. I saw bottomless grief. I saw terror, and shell shock, and women trying to protect their kids. I saw what can happen when women are not believed.

Are you facing cancer, bereavement, or a major life transition? Do you struggle with self-esteem or feel like you're 'not enough'? Are you struggling to manage anxiety and sadness stemming from covid-19 or life in general? I can help. We will work together so that you can feel more grounded, less anxious, and more empowered. Life isn't easy. There will always be challenges that throw us for a loop. It can help to have someone to support you through it. I will be there to listen, encourage, and occasionally challenge but never judge.

We all experience challenges and yet through insight, compassion and action we are able to grow and transform. I aim to walk alongside clients to build coping and resiliency while exploring sources of distress to confidently confront life’s struggles. I have worked with individuals wanting to heal from a traumatic past or finding their path, and couples feeling stuck in dysfunction or wanting to heal from infidelity. Clients’ marginalized identities, and the complexities this may add, is integrated in a culturally sensitive way-should clients wish to explore and incorporate this into counselling.

Ade is a Clinical Counsellor, Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Relationship coach at the Mental Health Unit of Precision Medical Centre located in Barrhaven, Nepean. She holds a Master Degree in Counselling Psychology and Certified Clinician in REBT, CBT and Emotion Focus Therapy. She also a Faculty member of Centre for Rational and Cognitive Therapies, teaches, mentors and supervises graduating Masters degree students for College registration and completion of degree. She has years of experience working with all age group in mental health and relationship issues.

How is fear impacting your life? From problems that make you feel paralyzed, to uncomfortable feelings that are difficult to identify, trying to figure it out on your own can be confusing and scary. These feelings can hinder your enjoyment of daily life and future plans. By learning to understand how ADHD, anxiety, or trauma is affecting you, you can begin to see your life in a new way. I offer a nonjudgmental therapeutic lens where you can feel safe to explore your patterns and past. I created Dune Psychotherapy to be a collaborative practice, where we work together to move towards an authentic version of yourself.

Accepting clients for daytime. I have always been curious about what makes a person who they are. I believe that we all have wounds from our past, whether it be from relationships or experiences, that have shaped who we are, how we relate and how we view our world. Although our past may shape us, I believe making connections from our past to our present allows us to heal and become the person we aspire to be. The healing occurs in the present when we change our ways of relating to the self and to the world.

Beyond my credentials, I've learned keenly from each of my clients over the years, and my practice is informed by rich life experience. I work collaboratively, guiding you in revealing underlying causes and patterns that may be posing challenges in your life, in identifying and clarifying your own goals, and supporting you in carrying out strategies best suited for you to reach them. Each counselling need is unique. Always listening and with empathy, I can challenge you without threatening, and meet you where you're really at - which may not necessarily be where you assume you are.