Sex Therapists in Oakville, ON
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive landing space for my clients amongst their busy weeks. I know that a strong therapeutic relationship is the key to successful therapy and I connect with my clients by taking a realistic, personable, and collaborative approach to therapy. I work with clients struggling with anxiety and ADHD. I provide effective strategies to reduce anxiety symptoms by getting to the root of the intrusive thoughts, encouraging you to separate them from grounded thinking, and offering coping strategies that bring your anxiety down. My goal is to help you free up mental space that the anxiety is filling!
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive landing space for my clients amongst their busy weeks. I know that a strong therapeutic relationship is the key to successful therapy and I connect with my clients by taking a realistic, personable, and collaborative approach to therapy. I work with clients struggling with anxiety and ADHD. I provide effective strategies to reduce anxiety symptoms by getting to the root of the intrusive thoughts, encouraging you to separate them from grounded thinking, and offering coping strategies that bring your anxiety down. My goal is to help you free up mental space that the anxiety is filling!
I am passionate about collaborating with clients in order to contribute to meaningful and lasting change. I take pride in my ability to connect in a genuine way with a variety of clients, tailoring my approach in a way that best honours each person's unique potential, preferences, values, strengths and goals. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is built on trust, respect, compassion, acceptance, validation and understanding. Through insight, self-awareness and the acquisition of tools geared towards coping with life's challenges, I believe that the therapeutic process is invaluable in nurturing and supporting healing in my clients' lives and relationships.
I am passionate about collaborating with clients in order to contribute to meaningful and lasting change. I take pride in my ability to connect in a genuine way with a variety of clients, tailoring my approach in a way that best honours each person's unique potential, preferences, values, strengths and goals. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is built on trust, respect, compassion, acceptance, validation and understanding. Through insight, self-awareness and the acquisition of tools geared towards coping with life's challenges, I believe that the therapeutic process is invaluable in nurturing and supporting healing in my clients' lives and relationships.
Are you seeking support and guidance to navigate life's challenges and find a path towards healing and growth? At my practice, I extend a warm and understanding hand to individuals who are grappling with a wide spectrum of concerns, including anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, depression, adolescent emotional and behavioral difficulties, pregnancy and postpartum mental wellness, self-injurious behavior, sleep issues, stress management, coping strategies, motor vehicle accidents, and trauma. My approach to psychotherapy is deeply rooted in compassion, acceptance, loving kindness, and mindfulness.
Are you seeking support and guidance to navigate life's challenges and find a path towards healing and growth? At my practice, I extend a warm and understanding hand to individuals who are grappling with a wide spectrum of concerns, including anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, depression, adolescent emotional and behavioral difficulties, pregnancy and postpartum mental wellness, self-injurious behavior, sleep issues, stress management, coping strategies, motor vehicle accidents, and trauma. My approach to psychotherapy is deeply rooted in compassion, acceptance, loving kindness, and mindfulness.
Suzanne Dumais
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, BEd, MDiv, RMFT, RP
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6J
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.
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.
Feeling like you’re at a standstill in life? Everyone has a story to tell and you deserve to be heard, validated, believed and supported. As a psychotherapist, I make it my priority to provide a safe space to help you pinpoint where you are stuck and guide you in working through your struggles. This can range from sorting out life changes from careers to relationships and managing secondary symptoms, such as depression and anxiety. You will measure that growth has taken place through an increased propensity towards self awareness as well as conscious focus towards behaviours, thoughts and beliefs.
Feeling like you’re at a standstill in life? Everyone has a story to tell and you deserve to be heard, validated, believed and supported. As a psychotherapist, I make it my priority to provide a safe space to help you pinpoint where you are stuck and guide you in working through your struggles. This can range from sorting out life changes from careers to relationships and managing secondary symptoms, such as depression and anxiety. You will measure that growth has taken place through an increased propensity towards self awareness as well as conscious focus towards behaviours, thoughts and beliefs.
The Therapy Centre is a full service psychology practice. We offer services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We offer psychological and neuropsychological assessment and treatment services for a wide variety of issues listed below. All of our clinicians are well trained in empirically validated treatment models, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and EMDR. Each of our clinicians has an area of expertise and tailors treatment to target therapeutic goals.
The Therapy Centre is a full service psychology practice. We offer services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We offer psychological and neuropsychological assessment and treatment services for a wide variety of issues listed below. All of our clinicians are well trained in empirically validated treatment models, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and EMDR. Each of our clinicians has an area of expertise and tailors treatment to target therapeutic goals.
Karen M Thornton
Registered Social Worker, Hons, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H
I am a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist in Ontario. I provide psychotherapy services from an anti-oppressive framework using a client-centered or family-centered approach to meet the various needs of my clientele. I specialize in trauma, relationship issues, domestic violence, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, attachment, grief and loss, and other mental health concerns. I utilize various treatment tools in individual or group settings, including, CBT, Narrative, EFT, Mindfulness, DBT, Strength and System approaches. We also do cognitive and behavioural assessment and testing at our centers through a Registered Psychologist.
I am a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist in Ontario. I provide psychotherapy services from an anti-oppressive framework using a client-centered or family-centered approach to meet the various needs of my clientele. I specialize in trauma, relationship issues, domestic violence, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, attachment, grief and loss, and other mental health concerns. I utilize various treatment tools in individual or group settings, including, CBT, Narrative, EFT, Mindfulness, DBT, Strength and System approaches. We also do cognitive and behavioural assessment and testing at our centers through a Registered Psychologist.
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.
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.
You might be looking to increase psychological fitness, or make sense of past wounds, or make a change in your present way of being in the world – I offer a safe, non judgmental and supportive space to facilitate your healing. My work is to help you experience who you truly are, harness your personal strength and overcome your challenges. I work with a firm belief in the resilience of the human spirit and this belief is supported by a solid educational base, a multi-cultural variety of life experience, and a range of counselling skills and tools that makes it possible for me to meet your individual needs.
You might be looking to increase psychological fitness, or make sense of past wounds, or make a change in your present way of being in the world – I offer a safe, non judgmental and supportive space to facilitate your healing. My work is to help you experience who you truly are, harness your personal strength and overcome your challenges. I work with a firm belief in the resilience of the human spirit and this belief is supported by a solid educational base, a multi-cultural variety of life experience, and a range of counselling skills and tools that makes it possible for me to meet your individual needs.
I help couples overcome conflict to create strong and harmonious relationships. As a Certified Gottman Therapist, I help couples quiet the conflict in their relationship. What were once heart-breaking conversations the couple did not know how to fix, turn into dialogue around making the relationship better, repairing old hurts, and deepening emotional connection. Whether the conflict stems from poor communication and emotional distance, to trauma, affairs, infertility, or substance use problems, the evidence based treatments can help couples communicate openly and find solutions, or decide it is time to move on.
I help couples overcome conflict to create strong and harmonious relationships. As a Certified Gottman Therapist, I help couples quiet the conflict in their relationship. What were once heart-breaking conversations the couple did not know how to fix, turn into dialogue around making the relationship better, repairing old hurts, and deepening emotional connection. Whether the conflict stems from poor communication and emotional distance, to trauma, affairs, infertility, or substance use problems, the evidence based treatments can help couples communicate openly and find solutions, or decide it is time to move on.
Reaching out for support can be a very challenging task but it is also the first step to get you closer to living your preferred life. In therapy, we will work together to clarify your life's vision, explore what is getting in the way of you reaching your goals, identify what skills and strengths you have to overcome these barriers, while also learning new skills and ways of thinking. During this process, I am committed to creating a respectful space where you will feel heard, acknowledged, supported and understood. I work with clients of all ages, backgrounds and identities and strive to create a safe and inclusive space for all.
Reaching out for support can be a very challenging task but it is also the first step to get you closer to living your preferred life. In therapy, we will work together to clarify your life's vision, explore what is getting in the way of you reaching your goals, identify what skills and strengths you have to overcome these barriers, while also learning new skills and ways of thinking. During this process, I am committed to creating a respectful space where you will feel heard, acknowledged, supported and understood. I work with clients of all ages, backgrounds and identities and strive to create a safe and inclusive space for all.
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David is an individual, couples/relationship, and family therapist. He believes in creating a safe space where people of all backgrounds are welcome, and where clients feel seen, heard, valued, and supported. He works together with clients to empower inherent strengths and skills in those that he sees. Here, clients can discover greater feelings of connection, understanding, curiosity and mindfulness in their lives.
David is an individual, couples/relationship, and family therapist. He believes in creating a safe space where people of all backgrounds are welcome, and where clients feel seen, heard, valued, and supported. He works together with clients to empower inherent strengths and skills in those that he sees. Here, clients can discover greater feelings of connection, understanding, curiosity and mindfulness in their lives.
I offer individual, couple and family therapy for a wide range of issues including; divorce/separation, trauma, grief, co-parenting, substance abuse, school refusal, family conflict, eating disorders and mental health (specifically, anxiety and depression). I have assisted many couples and families in improving their relationships with one another, providing them with the ability to communicate, respect and understand each other better using Collaborative Problem Solving and Emotion-focussed therapy.
I offer individual, couple and family therapy for a wide range of issues including; divorce/separation, trauma, grief, co-parenting, substance abuse, school refusal, family conflict, eating disorders and mental health (specifically, anxiety and depression). I have assisted many couples and families in improving their relationships with one another, providing them with the ability to communicate, respect and understand each other better using Collaborative Problem Solving and Emotion-focussed therapy.
I am Psychotherapist, registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists (CRPO). I work with individuals, couples and families to address their concerns and guide you through life’s most complex and difficult matters. I can help you explore a wide range of concerns such as sexual trauma, complex PTSD, anxiety and depression. My skills emphasis the importance of listening and creating a compassionate and respectful environment for my clients to discuss their concerns.
I am Psychotherapist, registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists (CRPO). I work with individuals, couples and families to address their concerns and guide you through life’s most complex and difficult matters. I can help you explore a wide range of concerns such as sexual trauma, complex PTSD, anxiety and depression. My skills emphasis the importance of listening and creating a compassionate and respectful environment for my clients to discuss their concerns.
Shauna Lynn Switzer
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MCP, RP, C Hyp
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H
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.
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.
My ideal client is an individual who wants to make a change in their lives. They are willing to be committed to our time together, but also one that is committed to the process outside of our sessions together. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or even relationship issues. Their needs might include being heard, managing their symptoms of anxiety, and/or depression, someone who wants to attain their goal and is willing to put in the work to achieve it.
My ideal client is an individual who wants to make a change in their lives. They are willing to be committed to our time together, but also one that is committed to the process outside of our sessions together. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or even relationship issues. Their needs might include being heard, managing their symptoms of anxiety, and/or depression, someone who wants to attain their goal and is willing to put in the work to achieve it.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, and also a Registered Nurse who specializes in the treatment of adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexual concerns, and trauma. Using an integrative approach, I can help you learn how to let go of old patterns that no longer work, and manage the fear and uncertainty that often arises from some of life’s greatest challenges such as illness, separation/divorce, or the death of a loved one. I take a special interest in supporting people who are experiencing relationship trauma, and professionals who work in highly challenging/toxic environments,
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, and also a Registered Nurse who specializes in the treatment of adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexual concerns, and trauma. Using an integrative approach, I can help you learn how to let go of old patterns that no longer work, and manage the fear and uncertainty that often arises from some of life’s greatest challenges such as illness, separation/divorce, or the death of a loved one. I take a special interest in supporting people who are experiencing relationship trauma, and professionals who work in highly challenging/toxic environments,
Centre for Psychodynamic Insights
Registered Psychotherapist, HBA, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic based in Toronto, Ontario, specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic based in Toronto, Ontario, specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
First Step Men's Therapy (No Waitlist)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Most men come to me feeling stuck, broken, disconnected, lost, or feeling lonely. Perhaps you have struggled with a mental concern for a while and are looking for change. For others, you may just want to better understand why you do the things you do. You may know you want to work on things, but are afraid to take the first step. It doesn't have to be this way! I work with men who are looking to develop healthier relationships with themselves and others. First Step Men's Therapy offers men across Ontario a safe, supportive, and healing space to learn, heal, and grow. Book a free 20-minute consultation today to get started.
Most men come to me feeling stuck, broken, disconnected, lost, or feeling lonely. Perhaps you have struggled with a mental concern for a while and are looking for change. For others, you may just want to better understand why you do the things you do. You may know you want to work on things, but are afraid to take the first step. It doesn't have to be this way! I work with men who are looking to develop healthier relationships with themselves and others. First Step Men's Therapy offers men across Ontario a safe, supportive, and healing space to learn, heal, and grow. Book a free 20-minute consultation today to get started.
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