Transpersonal Therapists in Oakville, ON
Do you love your partner but find yourselves longing for something deeper — missing the person you fell in love with? If that feeling is familiar, you’re not alone — and it doesn’t mean something is fundamentally wrong. It often means your relationship is ready to grow.
I specialize exclusively in couples therapy, including intimacy, infidelity, and betrayal recovery, helping partners move toward a deeply connected, mutually satisfying, and alive relationship. Within a safe and supported container, couples can do the courageous work of looking inward and choosing each other. I offer ongoing couples therapy and immersive intensives.
Do you love your partner but find yourselves longing for something deeper — missing the person you fell in love with? If that feeling is familiar, you’re not alone — and it doesn’t mean something is fundamentally wrong. It often means your relationship is ready to grow.
I specialize exclusively in couples therapy, including intimacy, infidelity, and betrayal recovery, helping partners move toward a deeply connected, mutually satisfying, and alive relationship. Within a safe and supported container, couples can do the courageous work of looking inward and choosing each other. I offer ongoing couples therapy and immersive intensives.
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 work with individuals navigating the many moments life brings, crises, grief, transitions, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, and changes in their life stories. Many people come to therapy seeking a grounded and compassionate space where they can pause, make sense of what they are experiencing, and reconnect with themselves. I offer a steady, collaborative therapeutic process that supports you in finding clarity, strengthening your inner resources, and moving forward with intention.
I work with individuals navigating the many moments life brings, crises, grief, transitions, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, and changes in their life stories. Many people come to therapy seeking a grounded and compassionate space where they can pause, make sense of what they are experiencing, and reconnect with themselves. I offer a steady, collaborative therapeutic process that supports you in finding clarity, strengthening your inner resources, and moving forward with intention.
Award-winning clinic of psychologists, psychotherapists, and counselors in multiple locations, including Toronto.
Award-winning clinic of psychologists, psychotherapists, and counselors in multiple locations, including Toronto.
Do you feel weighted down by patterns that seem hard to change? You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or stress, feeling disconnected from the life you want despite your best efforts. You may be intellectually aware of what's happening, yet feel stuck in your body and disconnected from your authentic self. Deep inside, you sense there's more — more peace, clarity, and possibility waiting to emerge. I understand. You don't have to navigate this alone. I can help you come home to yourself and move forward with greater confidence and ease.
Do you feel weighted down by patterns that seem hard to change? You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or stress, feeling disconnected from the life you want despite your best efforts. You may be intellectually aware of what's happening, yet feel stuck in your body and disconnected from your authentic self. Deep inside, you sense there's more — more peace, clarity, and possibility waiting to emerge. I understand. You don't have to navigate this alone. I can help you come home to yourself and move forward with greater confidence and ease.
I'm passionate about working with people who are willing to create movement and change in their lives; change that will promote a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle. I believe that we are all able to improve our relationships - both with ourselves and with others. By successfully working towards reaching our goals and by trusting ourselves, we learn to listen to our inner guidance. Whether you are facing anxiety, stress, challenging relationships, sexuality issues, trauma, grief & loss, addiction, anger, shame, a difficult life transition or crisis, depression, or simply want guidance to improve an area of your life.
I'm passionate about working with people who are willing to create movement and change in their lives; change that will promote a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle. I believe that we are all able to improve our relationships - both with ourselves and with others. By successfully working towards reaching our goals and by trusting ourselves, we learn to listen to our inner guidance. Whether you are facing anxiety, stress, challenging relationships, sexuality issues, trauma, grief & loss, addiction, anger, shame, a difficult life transition or crisis, depression, or simply want guidance to improve an area of your life.
Your Lifetime Counselling - Sadaf Sheikh
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, Medical, PMP, CCRP
4 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H
I wear many professional hats. I am an RP, MACP, Medical Graduate, Clinical Researcher, Project Management Professional, Professor at George Brown College, previously an instructor for 15 years at UofT and a family oriented female. I am a published author in the Journal of American College of Cardiology, International Diabetes Federation and the Journal of European Society of Cardiology. I have a number of years worth of work experience in mental health. I have taken care of clients in the in/out patient settings. I believe in providing a non-judgmental and safe space for people to share. My aim is to build stronger communities.
I wear many professional hats. I am an RP, MACP, Medical Graduate, Clinical Researcher, Project Management Professional, Professor at George Brown College, previously an instructor for 15 years at UofT and a family oriented female. I am a published author in the Journal of American College of Cardiology, International Diabetes Federation and the Journal of European Society of Cardiology. I have a number of years worth of work experience in mental health. I have taken care of clients in the in/out patient settings. I believe in providing a non-judgmental and safe space for people to share. My aim is to build stronger communities.
Are you feeling disconnected from the people in your life? Have you lost your sense of self? I understand how lonely that can feel. When circumstances change unexpectedly, loss and betrayals sideline us, or loved ones let us down, it can feel overwhelming and uncertainty can creep in leaving us unsure how to navigate next steps. I believe in connection, compassion, and community lead to clarity and healing. I am here to help you connect more deeply with yourself and your loved ones through compassion and understanding.
Are you feeling disconnected from the people in your life? Have you lost your sense of self? I understand how lonely that can feel. When circumstances change unexpectedly, loss and betrayals sideline us, or loved ones let us down, it can feel overwhelming and uncertainty can creep in leaving us unsure how to navigate next steps. I believe in connection, compassion, and community lead to clarity and healing. I am here to help you connect more deeply with yourself and your loved ones through compassion and understanding.
Shauna Switzer, MA, RP, MCP, C-PD, C.Hyp, EMDR & Couple Therapist
Clinical Director & Supervisor.
At times, we all face emotions and experiences that feel overwhelming and difficult to manage. These challenges can arise from life transitions, relationship struggles, or deeply personal stressors. With over 20 years of clinical experience, I specialize in supporting adults, adolescents, families, and step-families as they navigate these moments and move toward healing and growth.My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices.
Shauna Switzer, MA, RP, MCP, C-PD, C.Hyp, EMDR & Couple Therapist
Clinical Director & Supervisor.
At times, we all face emotions and experiences that feel overwhelming and difficult to manage. These challenges can arise from life transitions, relationship struggles, or deeply personal stressors. With over 20 years of clinical experience, I specialize in supporting adults, adolescents, families, and step-families as they navigate these moments and move toward healing and growth.My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices.
You might be looking to get through a difficult time or a difficult relationship; or trying to navigate a psychiatric diagnosis; or you might be interested in creating meaning and purpose – 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 strengths and overcome your challenges.
You might be looking to get through a difficult time or a difficult relationship; or trying to navigate a psychiatric diagnosis; or you might be interested in creating meaning and purpose – 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 strengths and overcome your challenges.
You have learned how to be the strong one—the person others rely on, the one who keeps going even when you feel exhausted inside. Many of my clients are women who struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, trauma, relationship challenges, or feeling disconnected from themselves. Together, we explore the patterns that developed to protect you, helping you understand yourself with compassion and create meaningful changes so you can move from surviving to feeling more present, confident, and connected.
You have learned how to be the strong one—the person others rely on, the one who keeps going even when you feel exhausted inside. Many of my clients are women who struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, trauma, relationship challenges, or feeling disconnected from themselves. Together, we explore the patterns that developed to protect you, helping you understand yourself with compassion and create meaningful changes so you can move from surviving to feeling more present, confident, and connected.
Are you longing for a deeper connection? With yourself, with others, or with the life you’re meant to live? Maybe you’re noticing that the stories you've told yourself no longer feel complete. Whether you're navigating grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues or a life transition, you don’t have to face it alone. Healing isn’t about fixing what’s broken, it’s about reconnecting with your wholeness. I integrate DBT, somatic inquiry, EMDR, and energy work to support your healing journey, helping you rediscover balance and peace
Are you longing for a deeper connection? With yourself, with others, or with the life you’re meant to live? Maybe you’re noticing that the stories you've told yourself no longer feel complete. Whether you're navigating grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues or a life transition, you don’t have to face it alone. Healing isn’t about fixing what’s broken, it’s about reconnecting with your wholeness. I integrate DBT, somatic inquiry, EMDR, and energy work to support your healing journey, helping you rediscover balance and peace
At times, many of us face emotions and suffering that can feel overwhelmingly painful, disheartening, and difficult to bear, often due to unique stressors and events. I work with adults, adolescents, families, and step-families, providing support through a range of therapeutic approaches, including
• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
• Interpersonal Psychotherapy
• DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy)
• Internal Family Systems
At times, many of us face emotions and suffering that can feel overwhelmingly painful, disheartening, and difficult to bear, often due to unique stressors and events. I work with adults, adolescents, families, and step-families, providing support through a range of therapeutic approaches, including
• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
• Interpersonal Psychotherapy
• DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy)
• Internal Family Systems
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.
I am also a certified Kundalini yoga instructor and offer transpersonal therapy.
I believe therapy should be practical and actionable to help you get the best results and achieve positive lasting change as quickly as possible. As a client-centered therapist, I work collaboratively and offer an individualized approach to meet clients where they're at. My work is inspired by the science of interpersonal neurobiology, allowing me to provide education about human behaviour and neurophysiology to help clients make sense of their difficulties and see their challenges from a normalizing view. Many clients find this information to be helpful, hopeful, and empowering, as it gives us a roadmap for resolving their issues.
I am also a certified Kundalini yoga instructor and offer transpersonal therapy.
I believe therapy should be practical and actionable to help you get the best results and achieve positive lasting change as quickly as possible. As a client-centered therapist, I work collaboratively and offer an individualized approach to meet clients where they're at. My work is inspired by the science of interpersonal neurobiology, allowing me to provide education about human behaviour and neurophysiology to help clients make sense of their difficulties and see their challenges from a normalizing view. Many clients find this information to be helpful, hopeful, and empowering, as it gives us a roadmap for resolving their issues.
Understanding your personality type, and knowing your spiritual self is key to healing. It is about quieting the mind enough to see clearly. This is a skill that is developed through inner work practices, which I blend into our therapy sessions.
Understanding your personality type, and knowing your spiritual self is key to healing. It is about quieting the mind enough to see clearly. This is a skill that is developed through inner work practices, which I blend into our therapy sessions.
Are you a People-Pleaser?
Do you say yes when you really want to say no? Do you worry about disappointing people or whether someone will be upset with you? Feel guilty saying no? Maybe you're the person everyone relies on - the good daughter, supportive partner, dependable friend, family caretaker - but somewhere along the way, your own needs and plans got pushed to the bottom of the list.
People-pleasing can be exhausting. When so much of your energy goes toward taking care of other people, keeping the peace or being who everyone needs you to be, there may not be much left for you - or for building the life you actually want.
Are you a People-Pleaser?
Do you say yes when you really want to say no? Do you worry about disappointing people or whether someone will be upset with you? Feel guilty saying no? Maybe you're the person everyone relies on - the good daughter, supportive partner, dependable friend, family caretaker - but somewhere along the way, your own needs and plans got pushed to the bottom of the list.
People-pleasing can be exhausting. When so much of your energy goes toward taking care of other people, keeping the peace or being who everyone needs you to be, there may not be much left for you - or for building the life you actually want.
I trained in existential integrative psychotherapy and completed doctoral level studies in transpersonal psychology.
We live in uncertain times, and asking for support can be a difficult step. If you are navigating depression, anxiety, loneliness, or a sense of emptiness, you are not alone. Many of my clients, including both skeptics and seekers, come with deep questions about trauma, purpose or a lack of it, belonging, and living with integrity, as well as integrating difficult post-psychedelic experiences.
I offer a grounded, trauma-informed, and culturally aware space, integrating body awareness, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and EMDR.
Please book a free consultation through my website. If no spots are available, email me.
I trained in existential integrative psychotherapy and completed doctoral level studies in transpersonal psychology.
We live in uncertain times, and asking for support can be a difficult step. If you are navigating depression, anxiety, loneliness, or a sense of emptiness, you are not alone. Many of my clients, including both skeptics and seekers, come with deep questions about trauma, purpose or a lack of it, belonging, and living with integrity, as well as integrating difficult post-psychedelic experiences.
I offer a grounded, trauma-informed, and culturally aware space, integrating body awareness, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and EMDR.
Please book a free consultation through my website. If no spots are available, email me.
Your career is thriving. Your relationship isn't.
You've built something impressive, but at home, the same patterns keep surfacing: shutting down, over-explaining, or feeling unseen by the person closest to you. You don't know why, and you don't know how to change it. As Carl Jung said: "Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate." Together, we bring it to the surface and change it.
Your career is thriving. Your relationship isn't.
You've built something impressive, but at home, the same patterns keep surfacing: shutting down, over-explaining, or feeling unseen by the person closest to you. You don't know why, and you don't know how to change it. As Carl Jung said: "Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate." Together, we bring it to the surface and change it.
Hi there, I'm a trauma focused therapist, offering EMDR therapy and somatic experiencing among other modalities, with over 15 years of practice in mental health. Please reach out if you would like to explore working together. We can have an initial conversation to see if it’s a good fit.
Hi there, I'm a trauma focused therapist, offering EMDR therapy and somatic experiencing among other modalities, with over 15 years of practice in mental health. Please reach out if you would like to explore working together. We can have an initial conversation to see if it’s a good fit.
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Transpersonal Counsellors
How does transpersonal therapy work?
Transpersonal therapy focuses on a patient’s spirituality and meaning in life. Transpersonal therapists might borrow from Eastern traditions as well as Western psychology. They may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualisation, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork to produce altered states of consciousness. The therapist helps the patient to access their consciousness and spirituality to work through difficult mental states.
How long does transpersonal therapy last?
Because the goal is to understand a person as a whole, including their spirituality, treatment can range from months to a year or beyond. While patients learn the philosophy behind transpersonal therapy during treatment, they can also practice its principles throughout life after therapy sessions have ended.
Is transpersonal therapy effective?
Patients have found success with transpersonal therapy; this method is useful in improving anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity, fears, relationship problems, and other concerns. Improvements in problem areas can continue even after transpersonal therapy ends, as individuals can utilise the tools they’ve learned during treatment sessions.
What are the limitations of transpersonal therapy?
There is some research on the effectiveness of transpersonal therapy, but empirical support for this therapy approach is sparse. It does not have the robust evidence base of other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy.