Life Transitions Therapists in Newmarket, ON
Joanne Lechowicz Therapy Services
Registered Social Worker, BA, DCS, RSW
1 Endorsed
Newmarket, ON L3X
Are you stuck in the same arguments, feeling disconnected or unsure of how to move forward in your relationship? With over 30 years of experience as a therapist , I help couples break painful patterns, rebuild trust and communicate in ways that actually lead to change. Mental health is tied to relational health. Through our work together my hope is that you will improve the quality of your relationship with self and others in your life. I specialize in areas of mental health, depression, anxiety, stress , substance misuse and relationships.
Are you stuck in the same arguments, feeling disconnected or unsure of how to move forward in your relationship? With over 30 years of experience as a therapist , I help couples break painful patterns, rebuild trust and communicate in ways that actually lead to change. Mental health is tied to relational health. Through our work together my hope is that you will improve the quality of your relationship with self and others in your life. I specialize in areas of mental health, depression, anxiety, stress , substance misuse and relationships.
Our mission at Kiru Psychotherapy is to disrupt the current delivery of mental health care by making it widely accessible and exceedingly practical.
This is not traditional talk therapy. There’s no couch. There’s no lying down.
Our method is different. We provide a practical, evidence-based framework to build confidence and connection quickly and for the long term.
Our ability to show up in this world the way we want to is directly tied to our confidence level and the depth of our relationships. That’s where we come in. We’re here to help you build your personal power, create more meaningful connections, and develop resilience.
Our mission at Kiru Psychotherapy is to disrupt the current delivery of mental health care by making it widely accessible and exceedingly practical.
This is not traditional talk therapy. There’s no couch. There’s no lying down.
Our method is different. We provide a practical, evidence-based framework to build confidence and connection quickly and for the long term.
Our ability to show up in this world the way we want to is directly tied to our confidence level and the depth of our relationships. That’s where we come in. We’re here to help you build your personal power, create more meaningful connections, and develop resilience.
You've landed on my profile, which suggests that you might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like life has become too much lately. Perhaps you're struggling with low mood, uncontrollable anxiety, chronic illness, or ADHD. Maybe you're stressed in your relationships, or trapped in a cycle of people-pleasing and self-sacrifice, struggling to find balance.
Whatever you're going through, know that you don't have to do it alone. I’m here with you, providing a trauma-informed, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful change.
You've landed on my profile, which suggests that you might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like life has become too much lately. Perhaps you're struggling with low mood, uncontrollable anxiety, chronic illness, or ADHD. Maybe you're stressed in your relationships, or trapped in a cycle of people-pleasing and self-sacrifice, struggling to find balance.
Whatever you're going through, know that you don't have to do it alone. I’m here with you, providing a trauma-informed, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful change.
Do you feel like you are just existing in your life instead of truly living? Maybe you feel stuck, overwhelmed, isolated or alone even when you are surrounded by others. Many of us can feel uncomfortable with who we are and within our own lives. I truly believe that we all have the capacity and potential to have and live the life we want. I have extensive experience in working with clients to explore what is in the way of them having the life they hope for and specialize in how one's view of self can impact their ability to achieve what they want in either their personal or business relationships.
Do you feel like you are just existing in your life instead of truly living? Maybe you feel stuck, overwhelmed, isolated or alone even when you are surrounded by others. Many of us can feel uncomfortable with who we are and within our own lives. I truly believe that we all have the capacity and potential to have and live the life we want. I have extensive experience in working with clients to explore what is in the way of them having the life they hope for and specialize in how one's view of self can impact their ability to achieve what they want in either their personal or business relationships.
Through a collaborative, practical, uplifting and empowering approach, it is my goal to help you access your power, strengths, beauty & abilities so that you may make a move to fulfillment & happiness.
Through a collaborative, practical, uplifting and empowering approach, it is my goal to help you access your power, strengths, beauty & abilities so that you may make a move to fulfillment & happiness.
The York Region Stress and Anxiety Clinic is an integrative facility focused on mental health and well-being. Our highly trained and Registered Psychotherapists offer individual, couples, and family counselling and psychotherapy to the York Region Community. We utilize well-researched and cutting edge treatment methods for the treatment of stress, anxiety, panic, depression, trauma/PTSD, and relationship conflicts. All of our therapists have additional training or certification in particular specialty areas to deliver the best care possible
The York Region Stress and Anxiety Clinic is an integrative facility focused on mental health and well-being. Our highly trained and Registered Psychotherapists offer individual, couples, and family counselling and psychotherapy to the York Region Community. We utilize well-researched and cutting edge treatment methods for the treatment of stress, anxiety, panic, depression, trauma/PTSD, and relationship conflicts. All of our therapists have additional training or certification in particular specialty areas to deliver the best care possible
Hi there, come sit with me. Seeking support may not be easy, there is a lot of strength and courage in you for making this important first step! Tell me your story, I will listen. Let's figure this out together!
Hi there, come sit with me. Seeking support may not be easy, there is a lot of strength and courage in you for making this important first step! Tell me your story, I will listen. Let's figure this out together!
At times, we can find ourselves dealing with thoughts, feelings and life events that leave us experiencing profound emotions like loss, confusion or sadness. Whether the cause is based on childhood events, relationships, work or some unexpected occurrence, the effects are often fairly similar. It may be useful to consider that the goal of therapy is to bring about some kind of change - for example, going from where you are now (distress) to where you want to be (calm and centred). It's a life-changing journey I have had the privilege to accompany many clients on.
At times, we can find ourselves dealing with thoughts, feelings and life events that leave us experiencing profound emotions like loss, confusion or sadness. Whether the cause is based on childhood events, relationships, work or some unexpected occurrence, the effects are often fairly similar. It may be useful to consider that the goal of therapy is to bring about some kind of change - for example, going from where you are now (distress) to where you want to be (calm and centred). It's a life-changing journey I have had the privilege to accompany many clients on.
Many of the clients I work with are trying to hold everything together while feeling overwhelmed, unseen, or emotionally drained. I provide a warm, understanding space for individuals, couples, and families to slow down and make sense of life’s challenges. Whether you are facing conflict in your relationship, navigating parenting stress, or coping with anxiety and depression, therapy offers a chance to rebuild connection, strengthen communication, and rediscover hope.
Many of the clients I work with are trying to hold everything together while feeling overwhelmed, unseen, or emotionally drained. I provide a warm, understanding space for individuals, couples, and families to slow down and make sense of life’s challenges. Whether you are facing conflict in your relationship, navigating parenting stress, or coping with anxiety and depression, therapy offers a chance to rebuild connection, strengthen communication, and rediscover hope.
If you are here, something has probably been weighing
on you for longer than you would like. Maybe it is anxiety
that never fully quiets, a postpartum experience that does
not look the way you expected, trauma that keeps showing up
in your daily life, or simply a sense that you have been
carrying too much for too long.
I work with adults, teens, and families across York Region
and Ontario experiencing anxiety, postpartum depression and
anxiety, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, depression, and burnout.
If you are here, something has probably been weighing
on you for longer than you would like. Maybe it is anxiety
that never fully quiets, a postpartum experience that does
not look the way you expected, trauma that keeps showing up
in your daily life, or simply a sense that you have been
carrying too much for too long.
I work with adults, teens, and families across York Region
and Ontario experiencing anxiety, postpartum depression and
anxiety, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, depression, and burnout.
In-person appointments available! You WORRY. You can't stop thinking. You are in your head too much. Am I good enough? What do they think of me? What does this headache mean? What if this or that happens? You may describe yourself as an overthinker, a people-pleaser, a perfectionist, or just very self-critical. You are SURE this overthinking is blocking you from things you want in your life - strong relationships, inner confidence, peace of mind - but you don't know how to stop it!
In-person appointments available! You WORRY. You can't stop thinking. You are in your head too much. Am I good enough? What do they think of me? What does this headache mean? What if this or that happens? You may describe yourself as an overthinker, a people-pleaser, a perfectionist, or just very self-critical. You are SURE this overthinking is blocking you from things you want in your life - strong relationships, inner confidence, peace of mind - but you don't know how to stop it!
I am passionate about helping teens, young adults and families struggling with a range of mental health and relationship concerns. If you are seeking counselling, it means you are ready for change. It is an opportunity to gain confidence and insight into some of the negative patterns you may find yourself or your relationships. It is my hope to collaborate with individuals or families to build on their strengths in order to find healthier coping strategies to deal with life's struggles.
I am passionate about helping teens, young adults and families struggling with a range of mental health and relationship concerns. If you are seeking counselling, it means you are ready for change. It is an opportunity to gain confidence and insight into some of the negative patterns you may find yourself or your relationships. It is my hope to collaborate with individuals or families to build on their strengths in order to find healthier coping strategies to deal with life's struggles.
I primarily work with adults (17 and up) who are facing challenges related to relationships, low self-esteem, anger, addiction, work/career stress, school issues, life transitions, anxiety, and depression.
Many men carry stress, pressure, and emotional weight without talking about it. On the outside, you may appear capable or “fine,” while internally feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected. You may struggle with overthinking, burnout, relationship difficulties, low motivation, or feeling like you’ve lost direction. Together, we’ll work to understand what’s keeping you stuck, identify unhelpful patterns, and build practical strategies that support meaningful, lasting change.
I primarily work with adults (17 and up) who are facing challenges related to relationships, low self-esteem, anger, addiction, work/career stress, school issues, life transitions, anxiety, and depression.
Many men carry stress, pressure, and emotional weight without talking about it. On the outside, you may appear capable or “fine,” while internally feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected. You may struggle with overthinking, burnout, relationship difficulties, low motivation, or feeling like you’ve lost direction. Together, we’ll work to understand what’s keeping you stuck, identify unhelpful patterns, and build practical strategies that support meaningful, lasting change.
If you are feeling emotionally exhausted, stuck in relationship patterns, or carrying ongoing resentment that has built over time, therapy can offer a space to slow things down and gain clarity. I work with adolescents and adults navigating relationship stress, anxiety, grief, anger, emotional overwhelm, and the impact of long-term relational strain, as well as couples experiencing high conflict or disconnection.
If you are feeling emotionally exhausted, stuck in relationship patterns, or carrying ongoing resentment that has built over time, therapy can offer a space to slow things down and gain clarity. I work with adolescents and adults navigating relationship stress, anxiety, grief, anger, emotional overwhelm, and the impact of long-term relational strain, as well as couples experiencing high conflict or disconnection.
I support girls and women navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, identity concerns and major life transitions.
Hi, are you feeling alone? lost? overwhelmed? anxious? Life can feel heavy when anxiety, burnout or old memories pull you away from the person you hoped to be. You may feel caught between expectations and your true self, trying to quiet a chaos no one else sees. You’re not alone. Many move through the world carrying unspoken stories- childhood wounds, loss, heartbreak, moments that shaped us in ways we didn’t choose. Overtime, these hidden burdens grow louder, asking to be seen, heard and held with care. I’m here to walk with you as you pause, reflect and rebuild your spirit and welcome your inner self. Life can be hard, I hear you.
I support girls and women navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, identity concerns and major life transitions.
Hi, are you feeling alone? lost? overwhelmed? anxious? Life can feel heavy when anxiety, burnout or old memories pull you away from the person you hoped to be. You may feel caught between expectations and your true self, trying to quiet a chaos no one else sees. You’re not alone. Many move through the world carrying unspoken stories- childhood wounds, loss, heartbreak, moments that shaped us in ways we didn’t choose. Overtime, these hidden burdens grow louder, asking to be seen, heard and held with care. I’m here to walk with you as you pause, reflect and rebuild your spirit and welcome your inner self. Life can be hard, I hear you.
After working in specialized eating disorder programs for over a decade, I am currently focused on providing consultation, assessment and therapy services to adults with concerns related to stress, perfectionism, low self-esteem, assertiveness, life transitions, adjustment difficulties, depression, anxiety, bereavement, relationship difficulties, and eating disorders.
I have an interest in attachment theory and my training and experience includes a wide range of evidence-based treatments including, experiential, emotion-focused (EFT), cognitive-behavioural (CBT), cognitive-behaviour therapy for eating disorders (CBT-e), interpersonal therapy (IPT) and accelerated experiential dynamic therapy (AEDP; level 1 training).
After working in specialized eating disorder programs for over a decade, I am currently focused on providing consultation, assessment and therapy services to adults with concerns related to stress, perfectionism, low self-esteem, assertiveness, life transitions, adjustment difficulties, depression, anxiety, bereavement, relationship difficulties, and eating disorders.
I have an interest in attachment theory and my training and experience includes a wide range of evidence-based treatments including, experiential, emotion-focused (EFT), cognitive-behavioural (CBT), cognitive-behaviour therapy for eating disorders (CBT-e), interpersonal therapy (IPT) and accelerated experiential dynamic therapy (AEDP; level 1 training).
Erin Briggs
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RCAT
1 Endorsed
Newmarket, ON L3X
Waitlist for new clients
As a Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Art Therapist and Clinical Traumotologist, I am committed to meeting my clients where they are at. I utilize tools from multiple modalities such as art therapy, CBT, DBT, trauma-focused CBT, mindfulness practices and narrative therapy in order to guide those in need through their treatment and towards their goals.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Art Therapist and Clinical Traumotologist, I am committed to meeting my clients where they are at. I utilize tools from multiple modalities such as art therapy, CBT, DBT, trauma-focused CBT, mindfulness practices and narrative therapy in order to guide those in need through their treatment and towards their goals.
Are you an adult who feels deeply, notices everything, and easily gets overwhelmed? Have people ever said "You're too sensitive" to you?
Only 20% of the population are HSP. I help highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate life's unique hurdles, manage sensory overload, and process deep emotions. Together, we will work toward transforming your daily overwhelm into a calm, balanced, and deeply enriched life. Being an HSP may not feel like a gift but it truly is. We notice so much more than others do. People who are HSP usually go into helping professions to help people, animals or the earth. We are here for a reason.
Are you an adult who feels deeply, notices everything, and easily gets overwhelmed? Have people ever said "You're too sensitive" to you?
Only 20% of the population are HSP. I help highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate life's unique hurdles, manage sensory overload, and process deep emotions. Together, we will work toward transforming your daily overwhelm into a calm, balanced, and deeply enriched life. Being an HSP may not feel like a gift but it truly is. We notice so much more than others do. People who are HSP usually go into helping professions to help people, animals or the earth. We are here for a reason.
Life can be tough and overwhelming at times, and we all need support along the way. If you are going through a difficult season and seeking a breakthrough, I'm here to help you navigate your inner world safely. Together, we can explore your thoughts and feelings, foster positive emotional growth, and develop healthy coping strategies. With over 15 years of counseling experience in various settings such as schools, churches, non-profit organization, and medical clinics, I have supported individuals, couples, and families facing challenges like depression, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and relationship distress.
Life can be tough and overwhelming at times, and we all need support along the way. If you are going through a difficult season and seeking a breakthrough, I'm here to help you navigate your inner world safely. Together, we can explore your thoughts and feelings, foster positive emotional growth, and develop healthy coping strategies. With over 15 years of counseling experience in various settings such as schools, churches, non-profit organization, and medical clinics, I have supported individuals, couples, and families facing challenges like depression, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and relationship distress.
I'm so glad you're here! I'm passionate about collaboratively guiding clients through difficult things, using empirically supported best-practices. I believe clients are the experts in their lives, and I can offer tools and strategies proven to help move things forward towards your goals (which can be as simple as feeling better!). Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, disordered eating, or problematic behaviour we can get things on track.
I'm so glad you're here! I'm passionate about collaboratively guiding clients through difficult things, using empirically supported best-practices. I believe clients are the experts in their lives, and I can offer tools and strategies proven to help move things forward towards your goals (which can be as simple as feeling better!). Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, disordered eating, or problematic behaviour we can get things on track.
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