Christian Counselling Therapists in Oakville, ON

Thanks for taking the time to learn more about me and the care I provide. I am a registered psychotherapist providing therapy for people living in Ontario, Canada. I am a clinical counsellor who also has specialized training in pastoral care, which means I treat people at a very holistic level. I work with people struggling with a range of issues including clinical Anxiety, Depression, Low Self esteem, Addiction, Grief & Loss, and more complex issues such as, OCD, Eating Disorders, Complicated Grief, PTSD, and more. Yes, recovery involves mental & emotional processing and integration. However, the deepest healing involves more.

Life is a journey, like every great journey it has its certainties and uncertainties. As a registered marriage and family therapist I am trained in systemic, relationships and psychotherapy. I believe that throughout life we exist in many type of relationships, that directly or indirectly impact our well beings. Research and theory have shown that mental illness and family issues are best treated in the context of relationships. My therapeutic approach to counseling is non judgmental, kind, graceful, understanding and I value my clients input in the session. I use Gottman Method Couple Therapy in my work.

I count it a privilege to support clients facing mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, grief, stress, career counselling, life transitions, substance use, low self-esteem, or trauma. To accomplish this, I encourage clients to ask...and answer...the WHY question. WHY am I feeling anxious? WHY can’t I make relationships work? WHY can’t I get out of this funk? WHY are my thoughts so scattered? WHY do I have trust issues? WHY I am unhappy? WHY do I allow others to treat me this way? WHY do I abuse drugs, food, or alcohol? WHY do I have trouble loving myself? WHY am I so afraid of being vulnerable?

Welcome! You may be here because you are feeling rejected, unimportant and hurt: experiencing your special other as emotionally unavailable. Maybe you feel like you're unworthy, criticized, and unimportant: like you will never be good enough. I collaborate with you to better understand your emotional responses and needs. Leading you to relationship repair, improved intimacy and emotional connection. I specialize in working with individuals and couples who want relief from the negative relational cycles that hinder their joy. I am also deeply committed to those impacted by Fertility & Maternal Mental Health.

Asking for help with a problem or directions for where you want to go is not an admission of failure. It is the signature of a person likely to succeed. I believe that each person is uniquely created for success and that your struggles can be a stepping stone to fulfillment. With skills and talents developed in the business arena, in volunteer work with youth and female victims and training in adult education, I provide you with STRATEGIES, SOLUTIONS and the SUPPORT to make this happen. I focus on your fears and hopes and guide you through change.

Are you a busy professional in Ontario looking for a personalized therapy experience that caters to your schedule? Introducing exclusive in-office or in-home therapy sessions, designed with your convenience in mind. You don't have to make time for therapy; therapy now can come to you. Location Flexibility: Enjoy in-office or in-home therapy sessions designed to fit your life. Customized Sessions: Dedicated 60-minute therapy session tailored to your needs and goals. Taking a solution-focused brief therapy approach to your well-being.

Feeling overwhelmed/trapped/or having racing thoughts while not knowing what to do/who turn to can be a very lonely & painful experience. The life we want for ourselves may feel distant due to stress, fear, sadness, anxiety, hopelessness, & feelings of unworthiness, shame, & guilt. I would love to walk alongside you during this time as you learn new ways of coping, get to know yourself on a deeper level, & heal/transform so that you may relate to yourself/others effectively & express yourself in a healthy way. I provide a safe, accepting, warm, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel empowered to be you.

Life sometimes seems full of loss: a diagnosis of Alzheimer's or cancer, divorce, relationship breakdown, job loss, or even the death of a loved one or a beloved pet. Loss can look like strong emotions, intrusive thoughts or uncomfortable physical sensations in our bodies. In order to numb our pain, we often rely on distractions (scrolling, food, shopping..) to get through the day. What you're feeling is perfectly normal, but we were never meant to grieve alone! Together, we can learn to live with loss and perhaps even carry it differently. To walk a little lighter. To thrive, find meaning and hope again despite the pain of loss.

I help individuals, couples and families heal and flourish by creating safe spaces to explore, discover and deal with the root causes of the emotional, mental, spiritual and relational issues that hinder optimal performances at school, work, communities and relationships. Together, we develop and implement customized treatment plans from all modalities to improve awareness, esteem, acceptance, emotion regulation, intrusive and unhelpful thinking, addictive, compulsive and destructive behaviors, decision and meaning making, assertiveness, compassion, boundary setting, stress, sleep disturbances and family of origin issues.

Do you feel like the waves of life have been washing over you, like nothing makes sense, and you can't tell which way is solid ground? Perhaps your relationship or marriage seems to bring more stress and tension than the peace and joy it once did? Or work that brought you joy only brings you dread? Perhaps you've lost a loved one and cannot imagine life without them? If any of these resonate with you then I would like to work with you to take the next step.

Are you in a challenging season in life, experiencing disappointment or loss? Does your life presently look different than what you envisioned? Are you finding a life transition overwhelming? Our hopes & plans for what we want life to look like can collide with unexpected circumstances life hands us. Whether it’s the weight of our family of origin, relentless self-criticism or other stressors, personal growth and positive change in our relationships can occur as we are intentional about turning towards our pain and allowing it to be a pathway to healing and transformation in our lives.

Are you feeling confused? Do you feel sad or angry all the time? Are you continuously worried or anxious? Do you feel no energy? Is your family always in conflict? Are you worried about your children’s behavior? Do you want to learn how to enhance your relationship? Do you want to talk about your faith issues? Or just simply you want to understand yourself more? I can help you to reach your goals – get organized in your thoughts, feeling much lighter, feeling ownership in your life, get harmonious relationship, to know how to respond to your children, understanding your faith/spiritual life, and understanding yourself more.

I am on the side of you that is working towards what is best for you. Change can be hard, and it is easy to get frustrated with yourself or others when it seems like you've tried so many times. If you are looking to break free from unhelpful thoughts, have healthier relationships, or work through painful memories (including grief or shame), I'm here to support you.

You’re feeling anxious, unhappy and stuck, but unsure what to do. Everyone thinks you have it all, but underneath the facade you know that something is not right. You see others who seem to be coping well during this time, but you don’t think this is possible for you. You want to stop the negative self defeating thoughts that keep you so anxious but can’t. Deep down you know you could have greater satisfaction in your relationships, be healthier and enjoy your job, but you don’t have the tools required to make lasting change. You long to be a better parent to your children but can’t seem to communicate effectively with them.

Clients of all ages come to me with a range of concerns, such as marital problems, mood disorders, relationship challenges, parenting struggles and other disturbances. They want the opportunity to tell their stories without judgment, to be asked the right questions, and be heard and understood. With this in mind, clients are assisted in identifying clear attainable goals for personal change in a collaborative manner, and empirically validated methods are used to help them achieve their goals.

Pain is such a normal part of our day to day lives, but how often do we stop and wonder if maybe there's a better way to live? The good news is that there is! In fact, pain, sadness, and anger are often a signal that something is not right, and once we recognize that, it becomes the starting point for healing and transformation. We do not have to live as things are, there is a hope for something better. I look forward to the opportunity to step into your difficulties, embark on the path of healing, and discover the hope that we all have.

Sometimes, life experiences have a significant impact on our ability to embrace the present moment. As a result, we engage with our current circumstances trying to defend and protect ourselves from past wounds. Yet, we long for more. More acceptance, more motivation, more healing. Maybe you've realized, "this is not working. Something needs to change and I need to figure it out." You have reached the point when you're no longer satisfied with wondering how things will work out. You want to see tangible change happen.

At times, many of us contend with emotions and suffering that are overwhelmingly painful, disheartening and difficult to bear, often as a result of unique stressors and events. I work with adults, adolescents, families and step-families using Emotionally Focused Therapy, EMDR, interpersonal psychotherapy, and DBT/CBT within neuroscience and attachment frameworks. I encouraged clients to access inner strengths and free their capacity for growth. Whether you or a family member experience depression, anxiety, marital distress or difficulties with peers, you deserve support in a confidential, accepting, safe and caring environment.

Take a deep breath—you've already taken the first step by considering therapy. I know life can feel like a whirlwind sometimes, especially when it comes to relationships with ourself and others and figuring out our place in the world. It's like we're all navigating this maze of emotions and experiences, trying to make sense of it all. I want you to know that you're not alone in feeling overwhelmed by everything. I've been there too, grappling with the same questions about my own behaviour, my connections with others, and where I fit in this big, sometimes overwhelming, world. That's why I approach therapy in a way that's deeply