Therapists in Pickering, ON

Mainspring Counselling utilizes a holistic approach to wellness. I work closely with individuals and families to increase self- awareness and achieve self-motivation. Through the use of various psycho-therapeutic modalities, I support our clients to recognize and trust their inner voice and leverage their experiences and strengths to create wellness and healing. My aim is to create a welcoming and relatable environment through the acknowledgement of systemic barriers such as racism, classism etc. and a clear anti-oppressive mandate.

I know that finding the right therapist is not easy. You are looking for someone who is competent and safe who can accompany you on the path to healing. You may be wanting to heal wounds and grow past trauma, grief, or major life changes. Or, perhaps you are looking to navigate relationships in healthier ways. You may be looking to better understand yourself. Most of all, you want someone to understand you.

NO WAITING LIST-IN PERSON SESSIONS AVAILABLE IN OUR PICKERING OR WHITBY OFFICE LOCATIONS-We look forward to guiding you through any situation you're dealing with. If you have experienced frustration due to the lack of quality mental health care and are still searching for effective solutions, LiveWise Associates will meet your needs!

Pain and difficult emotions is something we are all familiar with. The nature of being human is moving through the ups and downs of life to the best of our ability. Sometimes we long for support during these difficult times. Wherever you may be on your journey, congratulations on considering how therapy can enhance your life. Getting to the bottom of what gets in the way of happiness can be tremendously rewarding.

I strongly believe that there is healing in connection with others and therefore, my approach to counselling is compassionate, collaborative, and client centered. I consider my clients as experts on their lives and possessing unique strengths that can be drawn upon for a personalized and tailored approach to counselling to create positive lasting change.

Have you been considering attending counselling? Maybe you have been feeling stressed or overworked, experiencing relational problems, or just cannot seem to find the time or motivation to get what you need to get done in a day? This can be frustrating and tiresome for a person; however, these problems are not as uncommon as one might think. Many people will try different approaches to tackle these problems on their own and see very little to no progress. This can be disheartening and lead one to feeling stuck in their current situation.

Understanding that the challenges we face in life and healing our mind, body and soul is diverse; my goal as your therapist, is to create a space where you can deepen your understanding of your own experiences and feel empowered to work towards your therapeutic goals. I enjoy working with individuals, and couples who would like to make positive changes in their lives or who are looking for support and guidance.

I help people get Unstuck from the internal and external struggles that keep us from living fully, now. We humans suffer, not only because of the inevitable pain that life presents, but because of the difficult emotions, thoughts, memories, urges and sensations we experience in response to the pain. We humans are also incredibly adaptive, with the ability to demonstrate tremendous courage, compassion and resiliency that allows us to overcome and grow from adversity and difficult personal histories. My approach is client-centered, collaborative, solution-focused, and grounded in evidence-based science.

We all have our own unique challenges and experiences, and sometimes we may find that we could use some additional support to help navigate a path forward. These challenges may result in experiences such as low mood, overthinking, trouble sleeping or difficulty managing our emotions. Alternatively, these experiences may be contributing to the challenges we are facing, preventing us from living the way we want to. Whatever your experience or challenge is, if you are unhappy or uncomfortable, we can work through it together to find out what may work in your unique circumstances.

Welcome to my profile! I'm Hamid Azizi, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) at LiveWise Associates. If you're seeking effective and evidence-based behaviour modificatio, you've come to the right place. With a solid educational foundation, including a BSc. in Psychology and Biochemistry from Trent University and a Master's in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville, I bring a wealth of knowledge to our therapeutic journey. My specialization are in couple therapy, relationship dynamics, and addressing interpersonal conflicts. I've also honed my skills through a strategic intervention certificate, to provide deeper level of care.

We provide counselling services for Children, Individuals and Families. We believe that too much of our time is spent dealing with life struggles and hardships. Therefore, we offer counselling to improve the functioning of children, individuals, and families experiencing ongoing and situational stresses in their daily lives.

Do you find yourself experiencing distressing emotions more often than a sense of joy and contentment? Are you looking for support in coping with life challenges and want to move away from patterns that might be keeping you stuck? If you are seeking a safe and supportive space to embrace self-discovery and lean into your strengths, I am here for you when you are ready to connect. In my practice, I focus on empowerment and self-determination so that you can discover your preferred way of being and live with intention.

I have over twelve years of experience working with adolescents and adults, who have presented with a variety of issues. These include self-esteem, depression, anxiety, school, work or family issues, crisis assistance and mental health/psychiatric assessments. I have a relaxed and straightforward nature, an approach that puts people at ease, therefore creating a safe and confidential environment. I am senstive to the needs of my clients, as well as having a practical, common-sense feedback style. Cognitive behavioural therapy along with Adlerian therapy are approaches used in my work. My diverse experience has provided me significant experience as a therapist.

I am passionate about helping people get to the root of their problems. Sometimes the "root" of the issue manifests itself in painful ways such as anxiety, depression, eating issues, or even just difficulty getting through day to day life. I seek to help my clients gain awareness and acceptance of their emotions and needs and empower them to make new choices that cultivate the life they want. I help clients navigate the difficulty that major life transitions present such as, loss, illness, divorce, family changes and career issues. Where it is relevant, I help explore how those emotions relate to past patterns and experiences.

When we are being heard, listened to and understood it becomes easier to reconnect with what is important. Often our next steps become clearer. We can see what keeps us stuck, untangle the values that guide our choices and move towards healing and growth. I am offering individual psychotherapy to adults across Ontario. My approach is compassionate, client-centered, strength-based and resilience oriented.