Emotionally Focused Therapists in Ridgeway, ON
Tara Kelly - Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP
2 Endorsed
Ridgeway, ON L0S
People seek out counselling and therapy for a variety of reasons, each important, valid and worthy of addressing. My passion is to help support people to draw on their strengths and resilience despite challenges that may be affecting their ability to live a more confident and fulfilling life. Whether you are coming to therapy to process past painful experiences, explore your current situation, or work towards future goals, I offer a supportive environment that allows you to accomplish the goals you have set for yourself. As an integrative therapist, I draw from several therapeutic modalities to meet your unique needs.
People seek out counselling and therapy for a variety of reasons, each important, valid and worthy of addressing. My passion is to help support people to draw on their strengths and resilience despite challenges that may be affecting their ability to live a more confident and fulfilling life. Whether you are coming to therapy to process past painful experiences, explore your current situation, or work towards future goals, I offer a supportive environment that allows you to accomplish the goals you have set for yourself. As an integrative therapist, I draw from several therapeutic modalities to meet your unique needs.
Everyday is a chance for change in your life. I believe therapy is vehicle driven by the relationship built between client and therapist today change. I value the opportunity to be involved in personal transformation. I look forward to being a part of your change journey. I am also available for clinical supervision services. I am keenly interested in supporting the work of fellow therapists.
Everyday is a chance for change in your life. I believe therapy is vehicle driven by the relationship built between client and therapist today change. I value the opportunity to be involved in personal transformation. I look forward to being a part of your change journey. I am also available for clinical supervision services. I am keenly interested in supporting the work of fellow therapists.
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I will draw on skills from a variety of modalities, including DBT, SFT, EFT and more!
Are you struggling to keep up with peers? Are there times you really want to do something but still find yourself unable to start? Do you have a low mood, or big shifts in your mood? Do you find you are very critical of yourself but find compassion for others? Do you often feel misunderstood? I can help you explore these experiences and co-create meaning and solutions that suit you.
Couples - are you struggling with constant fights and miscommunication? Does it seem like one person is doing most of the work in the house or relationship? Let's explore how to reconnect and find solutions that work for ADHD & Autism -impacted couples.
I will draw on skills from a variety of modalities, including DBT, SFT, EFT and more!
Are you struggling to keep up with peers? Are there times you really want to do something but still find yourself unable to start? Do you have a low mood, or big shifts in your mood? Do you find you are very critical of yourself but find compassion for others? Do you often feel misunderstood? I can help you explore these experiences and co-create meaning and solutions that suit you.
Couples - are you struggling with constant fights and miscommunication? Does it seem like one person is doing most of the work in the house or relationship? Let's explore how to reconnect and find solutions that work for ADHD & Autism -impacted couples.
Mindful Footsteps Psychotherapy and Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Fort Erie, ON L2A
My approach is eclectic meaning I incorporate different modalities including ACT, EFT, CBT and DBT.
If you feel you and your partner have the same conflict over and over, feel disconnected or struggle with managing life stressors like parenting and navigating division of labour and lacking communication, we may be a good fit to work together. I also enjoy supporting those with stress, burnout or anxiety, ADHD, work-life balance challenges, low self-esteem self-confidence, perfectionism, dating or relationship struggles, boundary challenges or struggles in being assertive with others.
My approach is eclectic meaning I incorporate different modalities including ACT, EFT, CBT and DBT.
If you feel you and your partner have the same conflict over and over, feel disconnected or struggle with managing life stressors like parenting and navigating division of labour and lacking communication, we may be a good fit to work together. I also enjoy supporting those with stress, burnout or anxiety, ADHD, work-life balance challenges, low self-esteem self-confidence, perfectionism, dating or relationship struggles, boundary challenges or struggles in being assertive with others.
I will pull from creative arts interventions, somatics, emotionally focused therapy and internal family systems to support your process of healing.
I’m so grateful you’re here. Whether you are stepping into therapy for the first time, or looking to continue your journey, you are exactly where you need to be right now.
My role in the therapy space is to be a gentle guide to all; children, adolescents, adults and families who need to navigate difficult conversations. I believe children and youth need safety and relatability to explore, understand and connect to their inner world. I extend patience, playfulness, compassion and ease to the process of emotional transformation.
It is important that you feel in control of the pace and direction of our work.
I will pull from creative arts interventions, somatics, emotionally focused therapy and internal family systems to support your process of healing.
I’m so grateful you’re here. Whether you are stepping into therapy for the first time, or looking to continue your journey, you are exactly where you need to be right now.
My role in the therapy space is to be a gentle guide to all; children, adolescents, adults and families who need to navigate difficult conversations. I believe children and youth need safety and relatability to explore, understand and connect to their inner world. I extend patience, playfulness, compassion and ease to the process of emotional transformation.
It is important that you feel in control of the pace and direction of our work.
In talk therapy, I mainly draw from ACT, CBT, and EFT to build insight, strengthen coping, and support meaningful change.
I support people navigating anxiety, neurodivergence, trauma, depression, and challenges in relationships or family life. I’ve had the privilege of working with 2SLGBTQI+ folks, neurodivergent folks, newcomers, at-risk youth, first responders, and others who bring a wide range of life experiences and perspectives.
I’m a Registered Social Worker in Ontario and Nova Scotia, offering therapy in both English and French to clients across both provinces.
In talk therapy, I mainly draw from ACT, CBT, and EFT to build insight, strengthen coping, and support meaningful change.
I support people navigating anxiety, neurodivergence, trauma, depression, and challenges in relationships or family life. I’ve had the privilege of working with 2SLGBTQI+ folks, neurodivergent folks, newcomers, at-risk youth, first responders, and others who bring a wide range of life experiences and perspectives.
I’m a Registered Social Worker in Ontario and Nova Scotia, offering therapy in both English and French to clients across both provinces.
With diverse and broad training in Relational, Gestalt, and Somatic Psychotherapy, EMDR, Structural Dissociation Theory, Polyvagal Theory, Mindfulness and Embodiment, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy, and EFT, I adapt the therapy to each client’s unique needs.
Do you feel like you’ve gotten too far away from who you really are, or who you want to be? Together, we will bring awareness to where you have been, where you are now, and where you want to go. While insight is essential, true transformation comes not just from being aware of how the past has influenced the present, but by processing through the mental, physical, emotional, spiritual, and neurological remnants of those previous experiences and embodying new ways of being. Therapy can help you gain the clarity, confidence, and courage you need to change your life.
With diverse and broad training in Relational, Gestalt, and Somatic Psychotherapy, EMDR, Structural Dissociation Theory, Polyvagal Theory, Mindfulness and Embodiment, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy, and EFT, I adapt the therapy to each client’s unique needs.
Do you feel like you’ve gotten too far away from who you really are, or who you want to be? Together, we will bring awareness to where you have been, where you are now, and where you want to go. While insight is essential, true transformation comes not just from being aware of how the past has influenced the present, but by processing through the mental, physical, emotional, spiritual, and neurological remnants of those previous experiences and embodying new ways of being. Therapy can help you gain the clarity, confidence, and courage you need to change your life.
I hold a Master's degree from the University of Toronto and have more advanced training in couples and family therapy, pre-marital therapy, mindfulness therapies, EFT, EFFT, IFS, EMDR, Sexual Health, ACT, and more.
My specialties include anxiety, depression, grief, stress, burnout, marriage & relationship conflicts, intimacy, dating, divorce, narcissism, life & career transitions, (co)parenting, and PTSD. I realize there is rarely one issue, and it takes courage to ask for help. I offer a warm, sincere and supportive environment to share, reflect, and experience positive growth from the issues you bring to counselling. I work with individuals, couples and families - helping them better cope, become happier, and more resilient. I have over 20 years of experience helping people share their struggles - to feel heard and understood.
I hold a Master's degree from the University of Toronto and have more advanced training in couples and family therapy, pre-marital therapy, mindfulness therapies, EFT, EFFT, IFS, EMDR, Sexual Health, ACT, and more.
My specialties include anxiety, depression, grief, stress, burnout, marriage & relationship conflicts, intimacy, dating, divorce, narcissism, life & career transitions, (co)parenting, and PTSD. I realize there is rarely one issue, and it takes courage to ask for help. I offer a warm, sincere and supportive environment to share, reflect, and experience positive growth from the issues you bring to counselling. I work with individuals, couples and families - helping them better cope, become happier, and more resilient. I have over 20 years of experience helping people share their struggles - to feel heard and understood.
I draw from a variety of approaches such as CBT, DBT, EFT, IFS and trauma-focused therapy to tailor this process to suit your unique needs.
Are you going through a hard time with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you feel stuck or misunderstood in your relationship? Does it feel like you are triggered by little things that don’t make sense? Struggling through your day does not have to be your reality anymore. I can help you break free from feeling trapped and start living your life with ease, calm, and joy. Change is possible and I am committed to supporting you each and every step of the way. I help adults, teens, kids and couples move past stuck patterns and start implementing positive change in their lives now. Start feeling better and looking forward to each day.
I draw from a variety of approaches such as CBT, DBT, EFT, IFS and trauma-focused therapy to tailor this process to suit your unique needs.
Are you going through a hard time with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you feel stuck or misunderstood in your relationship? Does it feel like you are triggered by little things that don’t make sense? Struggling through your day does not have to be your reality anymore. I can help you break free from feeling trapped and start living your life with ease, calm, and joy. Change is possible and I am committed to supporting you each and every step of the way. I help adults, teens, kids and couples move past stuck patterns and start implementing positive change in their lives now. Start feeling better and looking forward to each day.
I practice Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) which is an evidence-based therapeutic approach based on attachment science that focuses on building secure connections.
My name is Sabrina Gaik and I am currently a student intern at Relationship Counselling Toronto, completing my MA in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. I help individuals and couples build deeper emotional connections, trust and communication. I understand how isolating it can feel to lack meaningful connection and how hopeless it can feel to be stuck in negative relationships. My goal is to help you feel more connected to the significant people in your life and the aspects of yourself that you push away. Together we can strengthen your resiliency to face life's challenges.
I practice Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) which is an evidence-based therapeutic approach based on attachment science that focuses on building secure connections.
My name is Sabrina Gaik and I am currently a student intern at Relationship Counselling Toronto, completing my MA in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. I help individuals and couples build deeper emotional connections, trust and communication. I understand how isolating it can feel to lack meaningful connection and how hopeless it can feel to be stuck in negative relationships. My goal is to help you feel more connected to the significant people in your life and the aspects of yourself that you push away. Together we can strengthen your resiliency to face life's challenges.
ACT, DBT, EFT, IFS & EMDR.
Want a supportive, compassionate & knowledgeable psychologist to help you overcome stress, anxiety, low mood, difficult relationships, trauma or addiction? Want someone to help you finally get unstuck? Sometimes life leaves us feeling overwhelmed, discouraged & unhappy. We can all benefit from an understanding therapist who listens non-judgmentally, encourages, & guides us towards greater clarity, improved symptoms and a new-felt sense of inner calm. Every person & situation is unique, & deserving of individualized, specialized consideration & attention. Let us help you find yourself again!
ACT, DBT, EFT, IFS & EMDR.
Want a supportive, compassionate & knowledgeable psychologist to help you overcome stress, anxiety, low mood, difficult relationships, trauma or addiction? Want someone to help you finally get unstuck? Sometimes life leaves us feeling overwhelmed, discouraged & unhappy. We can all benefit from an understanding therapist who listens non-judgmentally, encourages, & guides us towards greater clarity, improved symptoms and a new-felt sense of inner calm. Every person & situation is unique, & deserving of individualized, specialized consideration & attention. Let us help you find yourself again!
I have extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT).
Feeling disconnected from your partner has got you feeling discouraged and frustrated in your relationship. You're tired of having the same arguments continue to happen in your relationship with no understanding. Being stuck in conflict has lead to you feeling disconnected from your partner and is holding you back from creating a secure loving bond. You no longer need to feel alone in your relationship. You can ensure I will offer a safe place for you to become unstuck in these patterns and move towards feeling connected. I will work with you on devising the how to overcome these stuck patterns and create the love you want.
I have extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT).
Feeling disconnected from your partner has got you feeling discouraged and frustrated in your relationship. You're tired of having the same arguments continue to happen in your relationship with no understanding. Being stuck in conflict has lead to you feeling disconnected from your partner and is holding you back from creating a secure loving bond. You no longer need to feel alone in your relationship. You can ensure I will offer a safe place for you to become unstuck in these patterns and move towards feeling connected. I will work with you on devising the how to overcome these stuck patterns and create the love you want.
Trained in CBT, DBT, EFT and Somatic approach, I specialize in addressing challenges related to anxiety, depression, complex trauma, PTSD, couples relationships, mood and personality disorders, stress, chronic pain, as well as professional performance.
Through an integrative approach, I tailor every session to your unique needs and goals. Whether you're struggling with everyday stress or deeper emotional concerns, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to help you develop effective coping strategies and create lasting positive change.
Trained in CBT, DBT, EFT and Somatic approach, I specialize in addressing challenges related to anxiety, depression, complex trauma, PTSD, couples relationships, mood and personality disorders, stress, chronic pain, as well as professional performance.
Through an integrative approach, I tailor every session to your unique needs and goals. Whether you're struggling with everyday stress or deeper emotional concerns, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to help you develop effective coping strategies and create lasting positive change.
Anxiety | Attachment | Distress - Emily Techner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ
4 Endorsed
Online Only
I employ a holistic approach through evidence-based theories such as DBT, CBT & EFT that allow us to explore the interplay between mind and body.
No Waitlist!
Welcome to a space where growth begins! I appreciate that seeking therapy can be overwhelming, and you have overcome the hardest part by being here right now! My name is Emily, and if you are struggling with heightened sensitivity, anxiety, low self-esteem, or relationship and attachment issues, my aim is to help you understand the complexities of your emotional well-being. As someone who has walked the path of anxiety and emotional intensity myself, I bring a unique personal insight to my practice that allows for authenticity in our sessions and a genuine connection where vulnerability is met with understanding.
I employ a holistic approach through evidence-based theories such as DBT, CBT & EFT that allow us to explore the interplay between mind and body.
No Waitlist!
Welcome to a space where growth begins! I appreciate that seeking therapy can be overwhelming, and you have overcome the hardest part by being here right now! My name is Emily, and if you are struggling with heightened sensitivity, anxiety, low self-esteem, or relationship and attachment issues, my aim is to help you understand the complexities of your emotional well-being. As someone who has walked the path of anxiety and emotional intensity myself, I bring a unique personal insight to my practice that allows for authenticity in our sessions and a genuine connection where vulnerability is met with understanding.
I draw upon Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT), Attachment theory, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), and Mindfulness based practices.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with years of experience in the mental health field. I currently work with adults, teens and children. I believe that strength is a characteristic that resides in all people. It can however, be difficult to see during times of hardship and vulnerability. I have the goal of helping my clients feel empowered and to make the positive changes needed to live healthy, fulfilled lives. I focus primarily on issues related to depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. I also have experience working with clients battling substance abuse issues, abandonment and victims of domestic violence.
I draw upon Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT), Attachment theory, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), and Mindfulness based practices.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with years of experience in the mental health field. I currently work with adults, teens and children. I believe that strength is a characteristic that resides in all people. It can however, be difficult to see during times of hardship and vulnerability. I have the goal of helping my clients feel empowered and to make the positive changes needed to live healthy, fulfilled lives. I focus primarily on issues related to depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. I also have experience working with clients battling substance abuse issues, abandonment and victims of domestic violence.
I have additional training in Emotionally Focused Couples therapy and The Gottman Method.
You grew up watching the adults in your life either avoid conflict completely, or explode when there were issues. Now you don’t know what it looks like to constructively work through issues with the people in your life. And you find yourself stuck in your own challenging patterns, despite your best efforts.
You want to understand yourself more deeply—to break the cycle, to show up differently in your relationships, and to feel more grounded in who you are.
Therapy is a space where you can slow down, explore where these patterns come from, and begin to build new ways of relating to yourself and others.
I have additional training in Emotionally Focused Couples therapy and The Gottman Method.
You grew up watching the adults in your life either avoid conflict completely, or explode when there were issues. Now you don’t know what it looks like to constructively work through issues with the people in your life. And you find yourself stuck in your own challenging patterns, despite your best efforts.
You want to understand yourself more deeply—to break the cycle, to show up differently in your relationships, and to feel more grounded in who you are.
Therapy is a space where you can slow down, explore where these patterns come from, and begin to build new ways of relating to yourself and others.
I have training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples in Crisis.
I help adults who want to be confident and enjoy life but are feeling stuck and are experiencing anxiety, stress, depression or work and career challenges. I also help couples who want to feel closer and more connected but are having challenges in that regard. My areas of care include trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, shame, anger, grief, communication and vocational direction. My clinical focus uses an attachment-based, trauma informed approach in counselling. I am trained in the integration of different models of counselling. I work with individuals, couples and families.
I have training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples in Crisis.
I help adults who want to be confident and enjoy life but are feeling stuck and are experiencing anxiety, stress, depression or work and career challenges. I also help couples who want to feel closer and more connected but are having challenges in that regard. My areas of care include trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, shame, anger, grief, communication and vocational direction. My clinical focus uses an attachment-based, trauma informed approach in counselling. I am trained in the integration of different models of counselling. I work with individuals, couples and families.
Rise Up Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA
Saint Catharines, ON L2P
I'm Reem Abdul Rahim, Registered Psychotherapist; with expertise in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, families, and individuals, I work with your unique values.
Are you seeking premarital counseling or support for a marriage crisis? Are ongoing arguments, disconnection, or blended family challenges leaving you feeling overwhelmed? Do you need help building a connection amidst family conflict with extended family? Are you struggling to trust your partner again after an affair while still holding onto the pain of the injury? Are you stuck in the "find the bad guy" cycle in your marriage? Do you want to reconnect with your partner but worry it may be your fault? Are you looking for psychoeducational conversations for building a lifetime of love?
I'm Reem Abdul Rahim, Registered Psychotherapist; with expertise in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, families, and individuals, I work with your unique values.
Are you seeking premarital counseling or support for a marriage crisis? Are ongoing arguments, disconnection, or blended family challenges leaving you feeling overwhelmed? Do you need help building a connection amidst family conflict with extended family? Are you struggling to trust your partner again after an affair while still holding onto the pain of the injury? Are you stuck in the "find the bad guy" cycle in your marriage? Do you want to reconnect with your partner but worry it may be your fault? Are you looking for psychoeducational conversations for building a lifetime of love?
EMDR Certified Consultant, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Certified Trauma Therapist, Dialectic Behaviour Therapy, Certified Psychedelic Assisted Therapist and Integration Specialist, Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist
“Don’t confuse what you had to do to survive with who you truly are or what you’re capable of achieving.”
If you’re looking for a safe, validating space to explore your thoughts and emotions, I’m here to help. I specialize in trauma-focused therapy, supporting clients through eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, BPD, sexual trauma, and more. I also offer psychedelic integration and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy thru SAP to help process transformative experiences. Welcoming clients from all walks of life, I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is key to healing and achieving your goals.
EMDR Certified Consultant, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Certified Trauma Therapist, Dialectic Behaviour Therapy, Certified Psychedelic Assisted Therapist and Integration Specialist, Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist
“Don’t confuse what you had to do to survive with who you truly are or what you’re capable of achieving.”
If you’re looking for a safe, validating space to explore your thoughts and emotions, I’m here to help. I specialize in trauma-focused therapy, supporting clients through eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, BPD, sexual trauma, and more. I also offer psychedelic integration and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy thru SAP to help process transformative experiences. Welcoming clients from all walks of life, I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is key to healing and achieving your goals.
I use Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples and individuals in order to help my clients connect with their partners, as well as with their deeper selves.
If you are seeking to develop a deep, loving, committed relationship with your partner, to be the parent you wish you had, or to connect with your authentic self, I can be your ally and guide. With thirty years of experience, I understand the importance of emotional connection, self-awareness and reflection, unlearning negative patterns and healing from trauma. There are also times, where our experience is beyond words and a deeper approach is required. Helping clients create the changes they want in their lives is my goal.
I use Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples and individuals in order to help my clients connect with their partners, as well as with their deeper selves.
If you are seeking to develop a deep, loving, committed relationship with your partner, to be the parent you wish you had, or to connect with your authentic self, I can be your ally and guide. With thirty years of experience, I understand the importance of emotional connection, self-awareness and reflection, unlearning negative patterns and healing from trauma. There are also times, where our experience is beyond words and a deeper approach is required. Helping clients create the changes they want in their lives is my goal.
Nearby Emotionally Focused Counsellors Searches for Ridgeway
- Beamsville
- Binbrook
- Fonthill
- Grimsby
- Niagara Falls
- Niagara on the Lake
- Port Colborne
- Saint Catharines
- Smithville
- Thorold
- Waterdown
- Welland
Emotionally Focused Counsellors
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.