Life Transitions Therapists in Newmarket, ON
I offer individual in-person and telephone counselling sessions to individuals experiencing a wide variety of challenges that life can bring, such as anxiety, stress, grief and loss, and life transitions.
My approach is non-judgmental, collaborative, and professional, and I draw from various counselling approaches, such as CBT and Narrative Therapy, to best meet your individual needs. I value diversity and welcome clients from all walks of life, of any sexual orientation, ethnic membership, gender, or disability status.
I offer individual in-person and telephone counselling sessions to individuals experiencing a wide variety of challenges that life can bring, such as anxiety, stress, grief and loss, and life transitions.
My approach is non-judgmental, collaborative, and professional, and I draw from various counselling approaches, such as CBT and Narrative Therapy, to best meet your individual needs. I value diversity and welcome clients from all walks of life, of any sexual orientation, ethnic membership, gender, or disability status.
Anxiety; Burnout, Life Transitions; Couples & Families; Newmarket; Ontario
You might look like you’re managing on the outside—but inside, you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what direction to take next.
I provide therapy for anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and relationship challenges in Newmarket and across Ontario. My approach goes beyond coping. We focus on understanding what’s underneath your struggles while building practical tools you can use every day—so you can move forward with confidence and direction.
Anxiety; Burnout, Life Transitions; Couples & Families; Newmarket; Ontario
You might look like you’re managing on the outside—but inside, you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what direction to take next.
I provide therapy for anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and relationship challenges in Newmarket and across Ontario. My approach goes beyond coping. We focus on understanding what’s underneath your struggles while building practical tools you can use every day—so you can move forward with confidence and direction.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or simply carrying more than you were meant to carry alone? Sometimes the strongest thing we can do is give ourselves permission to pause, reach out, and accept support.
I’m Nadia, and I offer a warm, compassionate space where you, your child, or your family can feel understood, supported, and empowered to move forward.
Whether we’re working together as an individual, couple, or family, my goal is to create a space that feels safe, grounded, and genuinely supportive — a place where healing, growth, and meaningful change can happen
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or simply carrying more than you were meant to carry alone? Sometimes the strongest thing we can do is give ourselves permission to pause, reach out, and accept support.
I’m Nadia, and I offer a warm, compassionate space where you, your child, or your family can feel understood, supported, and empowered to move forward.
Whether we’re working together as an individual, couple, or family, my goal is to create a space that feels safe, grounded, and genuinely supportive — a place where healing, growth, and meaningful change can happen
As an avid lifelong learner working for over 20 years in long-term care, disabilities, community services and psychotherapy, I am drawn to supporting adults and families experiencing neurodivergence challenges, depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, medical trauma or chronic trauma, grief, and those facing significant life transitions.
I aim to partner with you in a collaborative relationship, explore what is driving or maintaining your difficult experience, and teach practical skills to help move you towards renewed hope, clarity, greater awareness and emotional strength. Mine is a multimodal approach using a combination of mainly CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused perspectives.
As an avid lifelong learner working for over 20 years in long-term care, disabilities, community services and psychotherapy, I am drawn to supporting adults and families experiencing neurodivergence challenges, depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, medical trauma or chronic trauma, grief, and those facing significant life transitions.
I aim to partner with you in a collaborative relationship, explore what is driving or maintaining your difficult experience, and teach practical skills to help move you towards renewed hope, clarity, greater awareness and emotional strength. Mine is a multimodal approach using a combination of mainly CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused perspectives.
MY COMMITMENT TO YOU: 1) I am curious about who you are - I will ask thoughtful questions about your life and listen so that you know you've been heard. 2) Together we will create a plan to address the problem that’s on your mind. 3) My relationship with you and your progress are my top priorities.
MY COMMITMENT TO YOU: 1) I am curious about who you are - I will ask thoughtful questions about your life and listen so that you know you've been heard. 2) Together we will create a plan to address the problem that’s on your mind. 3) My relationship with you and your progress are my top priorities.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, it can be hard to know where to start. Whether you’re facing a difficult situation and looking for better ways to cope, struggling with a relationship, or navigating something you can’t quite name, I’m here to help. My aim is to offer a supportive space where you can process what’s happening, and together we can explore practical ways to reduce stress, strengthen resilience, and help you feel more at ease.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, it can be hard to know where to start. Whether you’re facing a difficult situation and looking for better ways to cope, struggling with a relationship, or navigating something you can’t quite name, I’m here to help. My aim is to offer a supportive space where you can process what’s happening, and together we can explore practical ways to reduce stress, strengthen resilience, and help you feel more at ease.
I understand that reaching out for support can feel difficult, especially when you’ve been carrying things on your own for a long time. You don’t have to have everything figured out to start—just taking that first step is enough. My approach to counselling is empathetic and client-centered. I work with clients aged 13 and above who are seeking support with various aspects of their life. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply need someone to talk to, you’re not alone. Support is here when you’re ready.
I understand that reaching out for support can feel difficult, especially when you’ve been carrying things on your own for a long time. You don’t have to have everything figured out to start—just taking that first step is enough. My approach to counselling is empathetic and client-centered. I work with clients aged 13 and above who are seeking support with various aspects of their life. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply need someone to talk to, you’re not alone. Support is here when you’re ready.
Hey… I’m really glad you’re here!
I know how exhausting and overwhelming it can be scrolling through profile after profile, trying to figure out who might be the right fit for you. It’s a lot, and you don’t have to figure it out on your own. I can help you take the next step.
A lot of the people I work with are used to holding it together. On the outside, things look fine, but internally there’s anxiety, self-doubt, or a sense of feeling stuck or disconnected from yourself.
Hey… I’m really glad you’re here!
I know how exhausting and overwhelming it can be scrolling through profile after profile, trying to figure out who might be the right fit for you. It’s a lot, and you don’t have to figure it out on your own. I can help you take the next step.
A lot of the people I work with are used to holding it together. On the outside, things look fine, but internally there’s anxiety, self-doubt, or a sense of feeling stuck or disconnected from yourself.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in a season of transition, you're not alone. Life's challenges don't come with a manual, but you don't have to navigate them without support.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in a season of transition, you're not alone. Life's challenges don't come with a manual, but you don't have to navigate them without support.
As a psychotherapist it is my job to help clients foster change by using educational background, experience, and insight. I work with individuals of all ages, couples and families and understand the importance of relationships, and how at our core, everyone wants to be heard. I see therapy as a resource that can be used to see strengths, create confidence, and develop skills that will last a lifetime. I look forward to creating this confidence within my clients and find joy in helping them find their voice!
As a psychotherapist it is my job to help clients foster change by using educational background, experience, and insight. I work with individuals of all ages, couples and families and understand the importance of relationships, and how at our core, everyone wants to be heard. I see therapy as a resource that can be used to see strengths, create confidence, and develop skills that will last a lifetime. I look forward to creating this confidence within my clients and find joy in helping them find their voice!
I am especially passionate about and certified to work with individuals in the perinatal period who may be dealing with infertility, pregnancy (both planned and unplanned), perinatal loss/bereavement, coping with an antenatal diagnosis, perinatal mood disorders, transitioning to parenthood and/or are parents with disabilities. I also offer disability affirming therapy and have experience working with parents who have children with disabilities, adolescents and adults with both congenital and acquired disabilities. I also work with individuals who experience anxiety, and/or depression.
I am especially passionate about and certified to work with individuals in the perinatal period who may be dealing with infertility, pregnancy (both planned and unplanned), perinatal loss/bereavement, coping with an antenatal diagnosis, perinatal mood disorders, transitioning to parenthood and/or are parents with disabilities. I also offer disability affirming therapy and have experience working with parents who have children with disabilities, adolescents and adults with both congenital and acquired disabilities. I also work with individuals who experience anxiety, and/or depression.
Abuse - Narcissism - Nonmonogamy: Heather Kent
Registered Psychotherapist, MC, CCC, RP
5 Endorsed
Newmarket, ON L3Y
You’re dealing with a lot, feeling guilty and confused. Guilty for not loving more or trying harder. You're told it's all your fault - it must be true, right? They were charismatic and charming, showering you with PDA and compliments, but it all changed. You’re the problem, they say, and now you feel trapped and broken. You’re not alone. It's not your fault. You Google “abusive relationships” and discover that you're reading about your life! You need guidance - I know this because I needed it too. I chased “being good enough,” trying to “behave well” for my family. After college, I married and divorced someone who always blamed me.
You’re dealing with a lot, feeling guilty and confused. Guilty for not loving more or trying harder. You're told it's all your fault - it must be true, right? They were charismatic and charming, showering you with PDA and compliments, but it all changed. You’re the problem, they say, and now you feel trapped and broken. You’re not alone. It's not your fault. You Google “abusive relationships” and discover that you're reading about your life! You need guidance - I know this because I needed it too. I chased “being good enough,” trying to “behave well” for my family. After college, I married and divorced someone who always blamed me.
I have experience supporting clients through life transitions, chronic pain, grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships.
I provide clients with evidence based skills and strategies to use in situations they have determined they could use some help navigating. I work with teens, adults, and seniors in a collaborative space to process past, current and anticipated obstacles. I am highly compassionate, observant and attentive to my clients unique needs, strengths, and experiences. My approach is more than just talk therapy, together we’ll collaborate on a clear action plan based on your goals for the future and develop personalized strategies to help you manage stress, improve communication, uphold boundaries, and regulate your emotions with confidence.
I have experience supporting clients through life transitions, chronic pain, grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships.
I provide clients with evidence based skills and strategies to use in situations they have determined they could use some help navigating. I work with teens, adults, and seniors in a collaborative space to process past, current and anticipated obstacles. I am highly compassionate, observant and attentive to my clients unique needs, strengths, and experiences. My approach is more than just talk therapy, together we’ll collaborate on a clear action plan based on your goals for the future and develop personalized strategies to help you manage stress, improve communication, uphold boundaries, and regulate your emotions with confidence.
It’s understandable to feel overwhelmed or shut down when life feels hard, situations difficult, and relationships confusing. Its possible to shift patterns of overthinking, disconnection, or people-pleasing. I support individuals to overcome life challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, self harm or feelings of overwhelm. Together, we’ll engage in a process of self-reflection and open discussion to build self-awareness to support meaningful change. My role is to support you in strengthening your inner resources so you can meet life’s challenges with greater ease, confidence, and knowing.
It’s understandable to feel overwhelmed or shut down when life feels hard, situations difficult, and relationships confusing. Its possible to shift patterns of overthinking, disconnection, or people-pleasing. I support individuals to overcome life challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, self harm or feelings of overwhelm. Together, we’ll engage in a process of self-reflection and open discussion to build self-awareness to support meaningful change. My role is to support you in strengthening your inner resources so you can meet life’s challenges with greater ease, confidence, and knowing.
Are you navigating a recent loss, feeling stuck in a cycle, or weighed down by the expectations of others? Is your inner critic getting louder? You're not alone. I help clients make sense of the parts of life that feel overwhelming or confusing whether it's processing unresolved grief, untangling complex relationship dynamics, or challenging unrealistic expectations.
Together, we'll explore the patterns that keep you feeling stuck and work to create new, meaningful ways of relating to yourself and the world around you. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in helping you move toward clarity, self-trust, and last
Are you navigating a recent loss, feeling stuck in a cycle, or weighed down by the expectations of others? Is your inner critic getting louder? You're not alone. I help clients make sense of the parts of life that feel overwhelming or confusing whether it's processing unresolved grief, untangling complex relationship dynamics, or challenging unrealistic expectations.
Together, we'll explore the patterns that keep you feeling stuck and work to create new, meaningful ways of relating to yourself and the world around you. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in helping you move toward clarity, self-trust, and last
Reaching out for support can be one of the most difficult steps in the healing process—and I hold deep respect for the courage it takes to do so. I strive to meet every client with empathy, compassion, and non-judgment, creating a space where they feel truly seen and heard. My approach to therapy is client-centered and collaborative, shaped by each individual’s unique needs, values, and goals. I draw on both my clinical training and life experiences to support clients in exploring themselves more fully, navigating challenges, and moving toward meaningful growth and self-discovery.
Reaching out for support can be one of the most difficult steps in the healing process—and I hold deep respect for the courage it takes to do so. I strive to meet every client with empathy, compassion, and non-judgment, creating a space where they feel truly seen and heard. My approach to therapy is client-centered and collaborative, shaped by each individual’s unique needs, values, and goals. I draw on both my clinical training and life experiences to support clients in exploring themselves more fully, navigating challenges, and moving toward meaningful growth and self-discovery.
Life handed me lemons. Can I "make lemonade "? Yes, you can. You have what it takes! As a therapist I'm of the belief that we have the internal resources to be able to generate positivity and resilience to bring us through tough times. I am here to guide.
Life handed me lemons. Can I "make lemonade "? Yes, you can. You have what it takes! As a therapist I'm of the belief that we have the internal resources to be able to generate positivity and resilience to bring us through tough times. I am here to guide.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that are hard to change, moving through a life transition, or simply noticing that something in your life does not feel the way you want it to.
You do not need to have everything figured out before coming to therapy. We start where you are and move at a pace that feels right for you. My approach is humanistic and client centred, which means I see you as the expert in your own life. At the same time, I am not a therapist who only listens quietly.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that are hard to change, moving through a life transition, or simply noticing that something in your life does not feel the way you want it to.
You do not need to have everything figured out before coming to therapy. We start where you are and move at a pace that feels right for you. My approach is humanistic and client centred, which means I see you as the expert in your own life. At the same time, I am not a therapist who only listens quietly.
I am Registered Clinical Counsellor and a Registered Psychotherapist. I work with adults, children, and families providing client centered, attachment focused interventions. My work is based in attachment theory, examining the relationships within your life. Your sense of belonging, and how you see yourself and the world depends greatly on your experiences in your family of origin. As a therapist and consultant, my area of focus in supporting families involves strengthening the parent child relationship. I coach parents to parent in a way that provides insight to their child's inner world while gaining an empathetic
I am Registered Clinical Counsellor and a Registered Psychotherapist. I work with adults, children, and families providing client centered, attachment focused interventions. My work is based in attachment theory, examining the relationships within your life. Your sense of belonging, and how you see yourself and the world depends greatly on your experiences in your family of origin. As a therapist and consultant, my area of focus in supporting families involves strengthening the parent child relationship. I coach parents to parent in a way that provides insight to their child's inner world while gaining an empathetic
You may be navigating stress, grief, life transitions, or are stuck in patterns that feel hard to break.
I also support neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism or ADHD, many of whom have spent years masking, adapting, or questioning themselves in environments that weren't designed with their needs in mind. I welcome those considering therapy for the first time or later in life and offer evidence-based support tailored to your needs and goals.
You may be navigating stress, grief, life transitions, or are stuck in patterns that feel hard to break.
I also support neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism or ADHD, many of whom have spent years masking, adapting, or questioning themselves in environments that weren't designed with their needs in mind. I welcome those considering therapy for the first time or later in life and offer evidence-based support tailored to your needs and goals.
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FAQ - Life Transitions Counselling
What counts as a life transition?
A life transition is any change in life circumstances that requires a person to adapt, whether in their relationships, identity, responsibilities, or daily routine. Major life transitions may include getting married, starting a new career, becoming a parent, navigating the loss of a close loved one, retiring, experiencing a major change in health, or moving to a new area. Life transitions can also be smaller or more gradual, such as graduating to a new school, recovering from an injury, taking on more responsibility at work, or adjusting to a new phase of life. Both major and minor transitions can affect mental health, especially when they involve uncertainty, stress, grief, or changes in how a person sees themselves.
How do I know if I need therapy for a life transition?
Life transitions can bring up a wide range of emotions, and it is normal for someone to feel anxious, confused, stressed, sad, or emotionally unsteady. These reactions may be especially common in the weeks or months following a major change. However, if these feelings begin to interfere with daily life, relationships, sleep, work, or a person’s ability to care for themselves, it may be worth seeking support. A person does not need to wait until symptoms feel severe to ask for help; in fact, many people seek therapy proactively to prepare for a major life transition. For example, couples may see a therapist ahead of expecting their first child as a way to strengthen their relationship prior to becoming parents.
How can therapy help with life transitions?
Therapy can help you cope with both expected and unexpected life transitions by providing a space to process how a change is affecting your life, relationships, identity, or emotional well-being. For example, someone who has recently become a parent may use therapy to talk through changes in their identity, stress in their relationship, or feelings of overwhelm. A therapist can also help you make sense of what you are feeling, identify the root causes of stress, and develop coping strategies for managing the uncertainty that can come from major life changes.
What therapeutic approaches work best for life transitions?
The best therapeutic approach depends on what you are struggling with most. If intrusive thoughts or anxiety are the main concern, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can help people identify painful thought patterns and develop coping strategies to manage them. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help people make space for painful emotions and accepting their circumstances while reconnecting with their values. For those navigating major relationship changes, couples or family counselling may be a good option. Lastly, for someone navigating career-related concerns, career counsellors or coaches may be a good option. When considering what type of therapy may be best, consider the logistical components. For instance, CBT is often limited to a specified number of sessions, whereas more traditional talk therapy approaches can go on for years. In addition, consider whether you will be seeking online or in-person therapy; if you are in the process of moving or seeking a therapist for support around a topic that is not available in your immediate area, online therapy may be a good fit.
How do I find a therapist for life transition counselling?
The Psychology Today Therapist Directory allows people to search for therapists who specialise in life transitions. Use the “Specialties” filter and select “Life transitions” to find therapists who have indicated experience in life transitions. You may also select filters related to a specific transition, such as career counselling, divorce, grief, premarital counselling, or parenting. When comparing options, it is helpful to look for therapists whose profiles specifically mention experience with life transitions or specific types of transitions. Practical factors such as insurance, location, and online or in-person availability are also important. Once you have identified a few therapists who seem like a good fit, reach out to schedule an initial consultation.