Eating Disorders Therapists in Peterborough, ON
I bring specialized expertise in eating disorders, body image, emotional eating, and mental health issues affecting women in mid-life and perimenopause and menopause.
My approach is integrative and client-centered, drawing from cognitive-behavioural, emotion-focused, and psychodynamic therapies. Together, we explore how your past experiences shape current patterns, while also building practical tools to help you move forward.
I bring specialized expertise in eating disorders, body image, emotional eating, and mental health issues affecting women in mid-life and perimenopause and menopause.
My approach is integrative and client-centered, drawing from cognitive-behavioural, emotion-focused, and psychodynamic therapies. Together, we explore how your past experiences shape current patterns, while also building practical tools to help you move forward.
I take an evidence-based, integrative, trauma-informed approach and strive to create a strong therapeutic alliance, laying the foundation for collaborative and healing work. With over 10+ years of experience practicing as a Clinical Psychologist with young adults, adults, and older adults, I'm passionate about helping you attain sustainable and long-term change.
I take an evidence-based, integrative, trauma-informed approach and strive to create a strong therapeutic alliance, laying the foundation for collaborative and healing work. With over 10+ years of experience practicing as a Clinical Psychologist with young adults, adults, and older adults, I'm passionate about helping you attain sustainable and long-term change.
You know that voice in your head while you're competing? The one that questions you before the big moment, replays mistakes long after practice ends, or tells you to “just push through” when you’re already exhausted? I'm here to help with that! As a former Division I hockey player, I understand the intensity, identity, pressure, and pride that come with being an athlete. I’ve lived the early mornings, the injuries, the team dynamics, and the weight of expectation. I now support athletes from both personal experience and clinical training.
You know that voice in your head while you're competing? The one that questions you before the big moment, replays mistakes long after practice ends, or tells you to “just push through” when you’re already exhausted? I'm here to help with that! As a former Division I hockey player, I understand the intensity, identity, pressure, and pride that come with being an athlete. I’ve lived the early mornings, the injuries, the team dynamics, and the weight of expectation. I now support athletes from both personal experience and clinical training.
Gabrielle Brunet, O.W.L. Counselling & Wellness
Registered Social Worker, BSW, CYCP, RSW
7 Endorsed
Serves Area
Welcome—I’m glad you’re here. Anxiety and stress can make even getting through the day difficult, and starting to look for support can feel overwhelming. I want you to know that I’m here for you, and simply arriving at this page is a meaningful and courageous first step that deserves recognition.
A little about me: I bring over ten years of experience in the social services field to my practice as a social worker/psychotherapist. I enjoy hiking all year long, re-watching comfort shows, and baking cookies from scratch. I am also in the process of getting certified as a sex educator through SHA.
Welcome—I’m glad you’re here. Anxiety and stress can make even getting through the day difficult, and starting to look for support can feel overwhelming. I want you to know that I’m here for you, and simply arriving at this page is a meaningful and courageous first step that deserves recognition.
A little about me: I bring over ten years of experience in the social services field to my practice as a social worker/psychotherapist. I enjoy hiking all year long, re-watching comfort shows, and baking cookies from scratch. I am also in the process of getting certified as a sex educator through SHA.
I help adults decrease their symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, and eating disorders using the integrative approaches of EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and disordered eating. We will get a better understanding of your struggles, challenge negative thoughts, shift unhelpful behaviours, and help you achieve your goals. I will support you as you learn new skills to help you feel better, while we identify and heal the root cause of the issues so the symptoms naturally decrease.
I help adults decrease their symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, and eating disorders using the integrative approaches of EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and disordered eating. We will get a better understanding of your struggles, challenge negative thoughts, shift unhelpful behaviours, and help you achieve your goals. I will support you as you learn new skills to help you feel better, while we identify and heal the root cause of the issues so the symptoms naturally decrease.
My areas of expertise include the treatment of psychological trauma, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and couple and family relationships.
I'm skilled in using a number of evidence-based approaches including Attachment Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. EFT, CPT and EMDR are my preferred approaches.
My areas of expertise include the treatment of psychological trauma, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and couple and family relationships.
I'm skilled in using a number of evidence-based approaches including Attachment Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. EFT, CPT and EMDR are my preferred approaches.
You may be ready for support but feel like the cost of therapy has made it hard to access. At the same time, you’re dealing with stress, emotional overwhelm, or challenges that aren’t resolving on their own. You want a space to understand what’s going on, feel more grounded, and start making real changes. Affordable therapy options are available, including a limited number of reduced-rate sessions, so you can access meaningful support without added financial pressure.
You may be ready for support but feel like the cost of therapy has made it hard to access. At the same time, you’re dealing with stress, emotional overwhelm, or challenges that aren’t resolving on their own. You want a space to understand what’s going on, feel more grounded, and start making real changes. Affordable therapy options are available, including a limited number of reduced-rate sessions, so you can access meaningful support without added financial pressure.
Maybe you’ve outgrown the coping strategies that once worked. You’re functioning, but something feels misaligned; in your relationships, your identity, or the way you respond to stress. Anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or complex family dynamics may be surfacing in new ways. I work with adults who are ready to look clearly at what isn’t working and build a version of wellness that actually fits.
Maybe you’ve outgrown the coping strategies that once worked. You’re functioning, but something feels misaligned; in your relationships, your identity, or the way you respond to stress. Anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or complex family dynamics may be surfacing in new ways. I work with adults who are ready to look clearly at what isn’t working and build a version of wellness that actually fits.
Navigating mental health challenges as an individual or as a family unit can be overwhelming and exhausting. Life is busy as it is, and managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and/or trauma can make engaging in every day activities seem impossible. Sometimes, ineffective coping strategies help us get by but don't always help in the long-term.
Navigating mental health challenges as an individual or as a family unit can be overwhelming and exhausting. Life is busy as it is, and managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and/or trauma can make engaging in every day activities seem impossible. Sometimes, ineffective coping strategies help us get by but don't always help in the long-term.
I am deeply grateful to support people as they navigate life and learn to care for themselves and others in sustainable ways. I work with individuals aged 14+, focusing on life transitions, grief, processing experiences of trauma, self-esteem, strengthening emotional regulation, interpersonal and family dynamics, and body liberation. I welcome people from a wide range of backgrounds and identities, and I honour intersectionality and the complexity of each person’s lived experience.
I am deeply grateful to support people as they navigate life and learn to care for themselves and others in sustainable ways. I work with individuals aged 14+, focusing on life transitions, grief, processing experiences of trauma, self-esteem, strengthening emotional regulation, interpersonal and family dynamics, and body liberation. I welcome people from a wide range of backgrounds and identities, and I honour intersectionality and the complexity of each person’s lived experience.
I specialize in the integrated treatment approach of Psychotherapy, Art Therapy and Occupational therapy that draws on Adlerian, Mindfulness and trauma informed attachment based theories. I see children through to adults and I am LGBTQ+ friendly and informed. I am registered under provincial legislation. I am a member of the Ontario College of OT and Psychotherapy in Ontario. I am also a registered Art Therapist.
I specialize in the integrated treatment approach of Psychotherapy, Art Therapy and Occupational therapy that draws on Adlerian, Mindfulness and trauma informed attachment based theories. I see children through to adults and I am LGBTQ+ friendly and informed. I am registered under provincial legislation. I am a member of the Ontario College of OT and Psychotherapy in Ontario. I am also a registered Art Therapist.
Alicia supports various individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, emotional difficulties, trauma, grief and a variety of other difficulties. Some people seek counselling for one of the above, something else entirely or they seek counselling to talk in a safe and judgment free environment to work through day to day difficulties. I want to support people to flourish in the life they are determined to lead.
Alicia supports various individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, emotional difficulties, trauma, grief and a variety of other difficulties. Some people seek counselling for one of the above, something else entirely or they seek counselling to talk in a safe and judgment free environment to work through day to day difficulties. I want to support people to flourish in the life they are determined to lead.
I'm a Registered Social Worker, therapist, clinical supervisor, and trainer who specializes in working with survivors of sexual assault/abuse, intimate partner violence, family violence, and all forms of gender-based violence. I work with survivors aged 16+ who are experiencing difficulties related to their history of abuse and trauma. I also provide clinical consultation and training to other therapists and social workers who work with abuse survivors.
I'm a Registered Social Worker, therapist, clinical supervisor, and trainer who specializes in working with survivors of sexual assault/abuse, intimate partner violence, family violence, and all forms of gender-based violence. I work with survivors aged 16+ who are experiencing difficulties related to their history of abuse and trauma. I also provide clinical consultation and training to other therapists and social workers who work with abuse survivors.
In almost all of lifes circumstances we're either mourning something that did happen to us or feeling incomplete because of something that didn't. Oftentimes,
the result of of this suffering makes us feel as though we have no choices in life, which makes it grueling to navigate through day-to-day life. If you feel as though emotions control your life, that you are stuck on survival mode, that you are lost, or that you have disconnected from your needs, I can help. My role as your therapist begins by establishing a mutual committment to transparency, honesty, & responsibility. Confronting reality is the only path towards change...
In almost all of lifes circumstances we're either mourning something that did happen to us or feeling incomplete because of something that didn't. Oftentimes,
the result of of this suffering makes us feel as though we have no choices in life, which makes it grueling to navigate through day-to-day life. If you feel as though emotions control your life, that you are stuck on survival mode, that you are lost, or that you have disconnected from your needs, I can help. My role as your therapist begins by establishing a mutual committment to transparency, honesty, & responsibility. Confronting reality is the only path towards change...
As a compassionate therapist, I aim to create a safe and supportive space for shared growth, where our collaboration and connection foster healing and personal development. As an alliance, we will explore the innermost workings of your mind, heart and spirit, using a foundation built on avid curiosity and respect. This is your process, your path and I'm here to be a place of support and to guide you through as you find within yourself your power to create what you want and need in your life.
As a compassionate therapist, I aim to create a safe and supportive space for shared growth, where our collaboration and connection foster healing and personal development. As an alliance, we will explore the innermost workings of your mind, heart and spirit, using a foundation built on avid curiosity and respect. This is your process, your path and I'm here to be a place of support and to guide you through as you find within yourself your power to create what you want and need in your life.
I specialize in working with teens, university and college students, new moms, and midlife women experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and life transitions. Spoke Psychotherapy offers a safe, supportive space to slow down, understand what is happening beneath the surface, and build tools for lasting change. Through psycho-education I help clients understand how anxiety and emotions affect the brain and nervous system, recognize patterns that keep them stuck, strengthen coping skills, and get to know and understand themself.
I specialize in working with teens, university and college students, new moms, and midlife women experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and life transitions. Spoke Psychotherapy offers a safe, supportive space to slow down, understand what is happening beneath the surface, and build tools for lasting change. Through psycho-education I help clients understand how anxiety and emotions affect the brain and nervous system, recognize patterns that keep them stuck, strengthen coping skills, and get to know and understand themself.
Thank you for taking time to check out the kind of therapist that might be a good fit for you. We know that the connection between therapist and client is critically important in the overall success of the counselling process. I have been providing counselling services in the Peterborough area for approximately 35 years. Over that time I have come to describe my style with clients as being an active interaction that encourages engagement and involvement in the therapeutic process. I value the importance of building a strong connection in order to ensure the success of the therapeutic process.
Thank you for taking time to check out the kind of therapist that might be a good fit for you. We know that the connection between therapist and client is critically important in the overall success of the counselling process. I have been providing counselling services in the Peterborough area for approximately 35 years. Over that time I have come to describe my style with clients as being an active interaction that encourages engagement and involvement in the therapeutic process. I value the importance of building a strong connection in order to ensure the success of the therapeutic process.
Are you feeling anxious, burnt out, or just not quite like yourself? Do you struggle with depression, grief, or a challenging relationship? Do you wonder if life should be more? Maybe you’ve been doing your best to hold it all together, but lately, things feel heavier. Now more than ever, people feel overwhelmed managing it all. You’re not alone, and getting help doesn’t have to feel intimidating.
I believe in providing everyone and anyone a soft space to land. By working to understand each client's unique needs and offering a range of evidence-based practices, I help clients pave their own way toward growth and healing.
Are you feeling anxious, burnt out, or just not quite like yourself? Do you struggle with depression, grief, or a challenging relationship? Do you wonder if life should be more? Maybe you’ve been doing your best to hold it all together, but lately, things feel heavier. Now more than ever, people feel overwhelmed managing it all. You’re not alone, and getting help doesn’t have to feel intimidating.
I believe in providing everyone and anyone a soft space to land. By working to understand each client's unique needs and offering a range of evidence-based practices, I help clients pave their own way toward growth and healing.
As a therapist who values empathy and curiosity, I aim to make therapy a shared and collaborative journey. My goal is to create a strong therapeutic alliance and cultivate a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your true self, personal values, emotions, and needs. By staying curious and present in the moment, we can gently uncover and explore what needs care and healing. I’m here to support you on your journey of learning and growth.
As a therapist who values empathy and curiosity, I aim to make therapy a shared and collaborative journey. My goal is to create a strong therapeutic alliance and cultivate a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your true self, personal values, emotions, and needs. By staying curious and present in the moment, we can gently uncover and explore what needs care and healing. I’m here to support you on your journey of learning and growth.
Many people struggle with intimacy, communication, or feeling disconnected in their relationships, but talking about these experiences can feel vulnerable or even shameful. Therapy can offer a safe space to explore these challenges with curiosity and compassion. Taking a collaborative approach, I meet you where you are and work alongside you to build a strong therapeutic relationship. I believe you are the expert in your own life and healing; my role is to provide guidance, insight, and practical tools that support your growth and self-discovery in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Many people struggle with intimacy, communication, or feeling disconnected in their relationships, but talking about these experiences can feel vulnerable or even shameful. Therapy can offer a safe space to explore these challenges with curiosity and compassion. Taking a collaborative approach, I meet you where you are and work alongside you to build a strong therapeutic relationship. I believe you are the expert in your own life and healing; my role is to provide guidance, insight, and practical tools that support your growth and self-discovery in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
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What happens in therapy for eating disorders?
In therapy for eating disorders, patients typically describe their eating and exercise behaviors, their patterns of eating in relation to stress, their beliefs about their body, the ways their eating behavior affects their relationships, and their desire (or lack of it) to change. Such information helps the therapist understand the origins of the disorder and the role it plays in the patient’s life, important for guiding treatment. Attitudes and feelings about food and eating, body weight, and physical appearance are common topics of discussion throughout treatment.
What therapy types help with eating disorders?
Once any acute medical or psychiatric emergency is resolved, psychoactive medication is often prescribed, requiring the supervision of a psychiatrist. In addition, patients receive some form of nutritional counseling along with one or more forms of psychotherapy. For adolescents, family-based treatment is empirically validated and considered the first line of treatment; parents and their children meet weekly with a clinician as the adults are coached on how to nourish and psychologically support the young patient. Adults typically receive some form of individual psychotherapy, intended to resolve the cognitive and behavioral disturbances that underlie the disorder and to relieve the mood disturbances that accompany it. In addition, patients may also be helped by group therapy.
What is the goal of therapy for eating disorders?
The most immediate goal of treatment for eating disorders is to save the life of people who are on a path of starving themselves to death or engaging in eating patterns that are doing irreparable physical harm to their body. Once the acute medical danger is past, therapy is required to understand the nature of the disordered eating and/or exercise patterns, establish healthy eating behavior, and to tackle the many erroneous beliefs and distorted self-perceptions that underlie eating disorders and continue to pose a threat to health and life. Therapy also addresses the impaired mood that not only accompanies eating disorders but intensifies the danger to health and life.
What are the limitations of therapy for eating disorders?
Therapy can be very helpful for eating disorders—but that can happen only after people recognize they have a condition that must be treated. Especially with anorexia, the distortions in self-image that accompany the disorder can keep people from acknowledging they have a problem. Individuals may in fact see their eating disorder as a badge of self-control. Those with binge-eating disorder may feel too ashamed to seek help. Therapy cannot help those who do not avail themselves of it.
How long does therapy last for eating disorders?
Because of their complexity, recovery from eating disorders is usually a long-term process—measured in months and years— often marked by setbacks and relapse. Some form of help, such as individual or group therapy, may be advisable for much of that time. It is a general rule of thumb that the longer the illness has endured and the dysregulated eating behavior has taken root, the longer treatment is likely to be needed.