Portuguese-Speaking Therapists in Oakville, ON
Por vezes, as nossas experiências de vida têm um impacto significativo na nossa capacidade de abraçar o presente. Consequentemente, vivemos numa tentativa constante de nos defendermos e protegermos das feridas do passado. No entanto, queremos mais. Mais aceitação, mais motivação, mais restauração. Talvez tenhas pensado: "Isto não está a funcionar. As coisas precisam de mudar e eu tenho de descobrir como fazê-lo". Estás num momento da tua vida em que imaginar como será o futuro já não é suficiente. Agora queres ver mudanças concretas.
Por vezes, as nossas experiências de vida têm um impacto significativo na nossa capacidade de abraçar o presente. Consequentemente, vivemos numa tentativa constante de nos defendermos e protegermos das feridas do passado. No entanto, queremos mais. Mais aceitação, mais motivação, mais restauração. Talvez tenhas pensado: "Isto não está a funcionar. As coisas precisam de mudar e eu tenho de descobrir como fazê-lo". Estás num momento da tua vida em que imaginar como será o futuro já não é suficiente. Agora queres ver mudanças concretas.
Ao enfrentar dificuldades para lidar com o estresse ou com as emoções, sentir-se emocionalmente estagnado(a), passar por grandes mudanças, ter dificuldades nos relacionamentos ou buscar maior crescimento pessoal, o envolvimento em psicoterapia pode ajudar. O que, à primeira vista, pode parecer tão simples — ter a oportunidade de sentir-se verdadeiramente ouvido(a) e compreendido(a), de maneira acolhedora e sem julgamentos, resultando em uma comunicação mais franca e livre — pode facilitar a reativação da sua tendência natural de se desenvolver em direção a uma forma mais saudável de ser.
Ao enfrentar dificuldades para lidar com o estresse ou com as emoções, sentir-se emocionalmente estagnado(a), passar por grandes mudanças, ter dificuldades nos relacionamentos ou buscar maior crescimento pessoal, o envolvimento em psicoterapia pode ajudar. O que, à primeira vista, pode parecer tão simples — ter a oportunidade de sentir-se verdadeiramente ouvido(a) e compreendido(a), de maneira acolhedora e sem julgamentos, resultando em uma comunicação mais franca e livre — pode facilitar a reativação da sua tendência natural de se desenvolver em direção a uma forma mais saudável de ser.
I have been working with children, adolescents, and autistics across all lifespans for about 30 years. I’m a neurodivergent affirming psychotherapist. Most of my experience has been working with ASD,OCD, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Childhood Attachment & Trauma, Transgender Teens, Social Skills, LGBTQ2s+, Executive Functioning & Emotional Regulation. I use a personalized approach with each individual, includes psychodynamic psychotherapy, the use of assessment tools, individual interviews, child developmental and adult history, attachment theories, sensorimotor activities, play and art-based therapy, CBT, and mindfulness.
I have been working with children, adolescents, and autistics across all lifespans for about 30 years. I’m a neurodivergent affirming psychotherapist. Most of my experience has been working with ASD,OCD, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Childhood Attachment & Trauma, Transgender Teens, Social Skills, LGBTQ2s+, Executive Functioning & Emotional Regulation. I use a personalized approach with each individual, includes psychodynamic psychotherapy, the use of assessment tools, individual interviews, child developmental and adult history, attachment theories, sensorimotor activities, play and art-based therapy, CBT, and mindfulness.
Even if you’ve tried therapy before, you find yourself stuck in patterns that leave you disconnected, unfulfilled or hopeless. Often, these patterns are rooted in earlier experiences that haven’t yet been fully understood. Therapy is not about fixing you, but about helping you make sense of your unique story. When you feel seen and begin to understand yourself differently, meaningful and lasting change becomes possible.
Even if you’ve tried therapy before, you find yourself stuck in patterns that leave you disconnected, unfulfilled or hopeless. Often, these patterns are rooted in earlier experiences that haven’t yet been fully understood. Therapy is not about fixing you, but about helping you make sense of your unique story. When you feel seen and begin to understand yourself differently, meaningful and lasting change becomes possible.
At Counselling & Co., we believe therapy should feel less like "talking to a professional" and more like being supported by someone who genuinely cares about your wellbeing and growth. Reaching out for support isn't always easy, and we recognize the courage it takes to begin. Whether you're seeking help for yourself, your child, your relationship, or your family, our goal is to create a warm, welcoming space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered from the very first conversation.
At Counselling & Co., we believe therapy should feel less like "talking to a professional" and more like being supported by someone who genuinely cares about your wellbeing and growth. Reaching out for support isn't always easy, and we recognize the courage it takes to begin. Whether you're seeking help for yourself, your child, your relationship, or your family, our goal is to create a warm, welcoming space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered from the very first conversation.
Our team also offers care in English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Arabic, and Farsi.
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering comprehensive, interdisciplinary care across psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessments. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
Our team also offers care in English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Arabic, and Farsi.
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering comprehensive, interdisciplinary care across psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessments. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
Our team also offers care in English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Arabic, and Farsi.
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering integrated care across Canada with psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessment services. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
Our team also offers care in English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Arabic, and Farsi.
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering integrated care across Canada with psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessment services. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
Our team also offers care in English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Arabic, and Farsi.
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering comprehensive, interdisciplinary care across psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessments. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
Our team also offers care in English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Arabic, and Farsi.
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering comprehensive, interdisciplinary care across psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessments. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
Our team also offers care in English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Arabic, and Farsi.
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering integrated care across Canada with psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessment services. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
Our team also offers care in English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Arabic, and Farsi.
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering integrated care across Canada with psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessment services. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years of clinical experience and over 5 years of supervision experience. My areas of expertise include individual growth, parenting support, and strengthening the family system. With my experience in the field and as mother myself; I can guide you with compassion and extensive knowledge. I can support you and your family with different complex needs ranging from anxiety, complex trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, and almost anything related to parenting and enhancing the wellbeing of individuals, children, and families.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years of clinical experience and over 5 years of supervision experience. My areas of expertise include individual growth, parenting support, and strengthening the family system. With my experience in the field and as mother myself; I can guide you with compassion and extensive knowledge. I can support you and your family with different complex needs ranging from anxiety, complex trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, and almost anything related to parenting and enhancing the wellbeing of individuals, children, and families.
I support clients navigating a wide range of life circumstances, including acute and chronic health conditions, life transitions and crises, developmental challenges, reproductive health concerns, disordered eating, and substance use.
I support clients navigating a wide range of life circumstances, including acute and chronic health conditions, life transitions and crises, developmental challenges, reproductive health concerns, disordered eating, and substance use.
I offer individual, couple, group therapy, and workshops with a variety of approaches tailored to your needs, to help enhance and expand self-love and self-compassion and to find new ways to explore love toward others. Being ready to ask for help shows great strength, Self Love, and Acceptance. The answers are within yourself. I am here to help you find a loving space where you can be heard, and hear yourself, to better cope with life's most complex and difficult moments.
I offer individual, couple, group therapy, and workshops with a variety of approaches tailored to your needs, to help enhance and expand self-love and self-compassion and to find new ways to explore love toward others. Being ready to ask for help shows great strength, Self Love, and Acceptance. The answers are within yourself. I am here to help you find a loving space where you can be heard, and hear yourself, to better cope with life's most complex and difficult moments.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep managing it on your own. I work with adults and families who are ready for meaningful change, whether they’re dealing with anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, or the cumulative stress of life’s demands.
With over 30 years of experience in mental health and addiction, I offer a grounded, compassionate, and highly practical approach to therapy. Clients often come to me when they’ve been coping for a long time but are now ready for deeper support, clarity, and lasting strategies that actually make a difference.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep managing it on your own. I work with adults and families who are ready for meaningful change, whether they’re dealing with anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, or the cumulative stress of life’s demands.
With over 30 years of experience in mental health and addiction, I offer a grounded, compassionate, and highly practical approach to therapy. Clients often come to me when they’ve been coping for a long time but are now ready for deeper support, clarity, and lasting strategies that actually make a difference.
Making changes in life requires courage and dedication, especially when the changes force you to reinvent yourself in so many ways. You may be struggling with work, family, you may feel lost, you may be going through or feel like you need to make changes in your life and you don't know how and where to start from. Psychotherapy can help us to understand ourselves, develop more satisfying relationships, and live the life we long to lead.
Making changes in life requires courage and dedication, especially when the changes force you to reinvent yourself in so many ways. You may be struggling with work, family, you may feel lost, you may be going through or feel like you need to make changes in your life and you don't know how and where to start from. Psychotherapy can help us to understand ourselves, develop more satisfying relationships, and live the life we long to lead.
Are you or your child feeling overwhelmed by big emotions, anxiety, or challenges in relationships? Maybe life or parenting feels exhausting, or past experiences are getting in the way of moving forward. Whether you're an adult, child, or parent seeking support, you deserve a space where you feel safe, seen, and supported.
I offer therapy for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I specialize in attachment-based therapy, emotional regulation, neurodiversity, anxiety, stress, trauma, and relationship issues.
Are you or your child feeling overwhelmed by big emotions, anxiety, or challenges in relationships? Maybe life or parenting feels exhausting, or past experiences are getting in the way of moving forward. Whether you're an adult, child, or parent seeking support, you deserve a space where you feel safe, seen, and supported.
I offer therapy for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I specialize in attachment-based therapy, emotional regulation, neurodiversity, anxiety, stress, trauma, and relationship issues.
Our team also offers care in English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Arabic, and Farsi.
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering comprehensive, interdisciplinary care across psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessments. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
Our team also offers care in English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Arabic, and Farsi.
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering comprehensive, interdisciplinary care across psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessments. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
You're the person everyone relies on. Whether you're adjusting to motherhood, striving for success in your career, building a life in a new country, or navigating changes in your relationships, you hold yourself to high standards and often put your own needs last. On the outside, you seem to have it all together. Inside, you're overwhelmed, overthinking, juggling a never-ending to-do list, and carrying an invisible mental load. You struggle to set boundaries, ask for help, or rest without guilt. You care deeply - sometimes so much about others that little is left for yourself.
You're the person everyone relies on. Whether you're adjusting to motherhood, striving for success in your career, building a life in a new country, or navigating changes in your relationships, you hold yourself to high standards and often put your own needs last. On the outside, you seem to have it all together. Inside, you're overwhelmed, overthinking, juggling a never-ending to-do list, and carrying an invisible mental load. You struggle to set boundaries, ask for help, or rest without guilt. You care deeply - sometimes so much about others that little is left for yourself.
Maybe you have tried therapy in the past or explored different venues to overcome difficult situations, but you feel stuck! I have experience working with adults, children/adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief/loss, codependency tendencies, emotional/physical abuse, sexual abuse as well as life transition stressors. I also work with couples providing an active participation to identify their issue, focusing on change-oriented interventions guiding both to understand their individual roles and learn new harmonious strategies.
Maybe you have tried therapy in the past or explored different venues to overcome difficult situations, but you feel stuck! I have experience working with adults, children/adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief/loss, codependency tendencies, emotional/physical abuse, sexual abuse as well as life transition stressors. I also work with couples providing an active participation to identify their issue, focusing on change-oriented interventions guiding both to understand their individual roles and learn new harmonious strategies.
I understand that seeking therapy can be a big step, and I want you to know that you’re not alone. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative, creating a safe space where you can openly explore your thoughts and feelings. I use evidence-based techniques tailored to your unique needs, drawing from modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, EFFT, psychoanalysis and trauma-informed therapy.
I understand that seeking therapy can be a big step, and I want you to know that you’re not alone. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative, creating a safe space where you can openly explore your thoughts and feelings. I use evidence-based techniques tailored to your unique needs, drawing from modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, EFFT, psychoanalysis and trauma-informed therapy.
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Muitas pessoas enfrentam dificuldades para compreender a si mesmas e lidar com seus sentimentos. Você pode se sentir perdido em sua identidade, ter dificuldades em manter relações saudáveis ou lutar contra padrões impulsivos e autodestrutivos. Em meio a emoções intensas e muitas vezes imprevisíveis, encontrar equilíbrio pode parecer desafiador.
Muitas pessoas enfrentam dificuldades para compreender a si mesmas e lidar com seus sentimentos. Você pode se sentir perdido em sua identidade, ter dificuldades em manter relações saudáveis ou lutar contra padrões impulsivos e autodestrutivos. Em meio a emoções intensas e muitas vezes imprevisíveis, encontrar equilíbrio pode parecer desafiador.
