Marriage Counselling Therapists in Pickering, ON

I am a registered psychotherapist and art therapist with extensive experience working with individuals of all ages with a variety of challenges. My expertise lies in the areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as marital and parenting issues. I approach my work from a CBT perspective as I find this is a sound and practical platform but do tailor the therapy to other modalities if necessary. I integrate mindfulness into my work as well. I work with youth and adults searching for support with an array for challenges.

Specializing in sex counseling. Occasionally all relationships experience a period of stress. That can feel threatening and overwhelming. Whether you feel disconnected, have communication difficulties or have a reason to think your relationship may be over, I can assist you navigate your way back to safety and comfort. I offer a complete array of services to manage your relationships. Among those Premarital Counseling, Marital Counseling, Sex Therapy and Family Mediation Services. My approach tends to be direct, making the most out of each session. I only use methods that have been shown to be effective.

I have worked with individuals, couples and families in a variety of settings. I am experienced in working with individuals of all ages who are battling with childhood traumas (sexual/physical abuse), and who struggle with a variety of mental health issues such as Tourettes, ADHD/ADD, Fetal Alcohol Effect, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Anxiety Disorder and OCD. I have over a decade of experience working with families in crisis, parent/teen conflict, relationship/ marriage difficulties, custody/access conflict, addictions, survivors of sexual/physical abuse, depression, and anger management issues.

As an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, I enjoy listening to others and providing therapeutic support to those in need. Positive Circles is a counselling company I founded to help people strengthening your emotional wellness. >> WE CAN HELP YOU << We utilize a combination of interpersonal psychotherapy and cognitive behavioural techniques, which helps to identify your challenges and implement meaningful and evidence based treatment solutions. Being in the GTA affords us the privilege of working with diverse clientele. We have a smart, deep and practical view of the problems people are facing in their professional and personal life.

My mission is to help clients develop the skills needed to cope with life's challenges, to give clients the hope of freedom from anxiety, fear, anger and the effects of trauma that reduce their enjoyment of life. I provide counselling in the areas of anxiety, anger management, trauma, stress management, counselling for family, marriage and couples strategies for coping with life changes. Experience change with the alcohol abuse education which emphasize the effects of alcohol abuse on your brain & body and on relationships. I provide a warm, respectful, non-judgmental environment where you can feel safe to share your experiences.

I provided therapy at non-profit organizations and hospital settings (1996-2014) in T.O. My clients (come from 95 cultures) often manifest symptoms of stress result from emotional-behavioral issues (such as anger, depression, anxiety), relational issues ( marital conflict, parenting challenges), compulsive behaviors (drinking, gambling, gaming, eating disorders); mental health issues (e.g. anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar); and/or problems with the criminal justice system (e.g. Assault, Theft Under, DUI). Their symptoms often affect personal functioning in marriage , family relationships, work and/or social settings.

Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Do you want to mend a damaged relationship, or enhance your marital relationship? Are you burnt out, or have you experienced grief or trauma? I have a compassionate and gentle approach as I help clients reach their goals and become more emotionally and relationally healthy. I have experience working with people struggling with many varied issues, and I will provide a supportive counselling experience in which you can acquire strategies for change and growth, as well as insight into your past.

My mission is to walk with you as you take steps to address your personal and relationship concerns, challenges, and problems. I provide professional counselling and therapy to individuals, couples, and families in order to help you live healthy and fulfilled lives. George Eliot, a nineteenth century author once said: "It is never too late to be what you might have been." I will help you work towards finding solutions, strategies, and supports as you address the particular hurdles, problems, or needs that keep you from being the person, or having the relationship, that you desire.

For as long as I can remember, I have been passionate about helping people who are struggling in their relationships - including the one they have with themselves. I will walk alongside you without judgement as you make sense of the thoughts and feelings you are experiencing at this time in your life. Therapy can provide you with perspective, growth and healing through life’s challenges. Sometimes all you need is a compassionate ear and some helpful tools to get through it all! I am very personable, and my style is open and honest.

I am a compassionate, client-focused social worker with over 10 years of considerable experience offering psychotherapy services to diverse clients. Over the years, I have successfully assisted individuals from different groups and backgrounds with life and career changes, family and marital problems, self-esteem difficulties, anxiety, and depression. As an individual who identifies as Muslim, I also provide faith-based counselling.

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.

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.

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENT'S* I am so glad you are here and putting forth your needs first or maybe you are here because your friend or family member needs support or you are just tired of feeling this ‘Numb’ feeling and you want some answers as to “Why are you feeling this way? or asking yourself “Why don’t I feel happy or sad anymore?”, “Why am I like this?”, What is wrong with me? If I have made you question yourself right now then you are in the right place with the right person. As your therapist, I will help you explore all these feelings and will support you for your Mindful Comeback starting at your own pace.

All of us experience stressors and struggles in our lives. Essentially, it is about how we process these situations that can leave long-lasting impacts. There is no right or wrong way in the processing of these events, rather there are healthy versus unhealthy coping skills. My role is to facilitate your emotional and mental health journey, to aid in building up resiliency so that you are better able to manage and work through those stressors.

I am friendly, approachable, compassionate and insightful. My approach is non-judgmental with all my clients. I am a Registered Psychotherapist, member of OACCPP and Canadian Professional Counsellors Association (CPCA). Experience: I have over 14 years counselling individuals, couples, families, and groups. I am trained and experienced in a wide range of issues and therapeutic counselling modalities. I competently apply Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT); Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT); Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT); to help you with stress free-living, find answers to life's challenges, with a cross-cultural approach respecting all cultural differences to help you live again.

You understand that the key to a happy life is to have a positive mindset. You wish to feel happier and more at peace, however the obstacles of life make it diffcult. Your true desire is to reconnect with your inner being so that you can find peace within yourself, so that you can connect with those that you care for. You need skills and coping mechanisms that will help you navigate your challenges to help you achieve the life that you so desire.