Music Therapy in Scarborough, ON
What can I say here? For some people, everything in their life fell in line exactly how they hoped it would. For most of us though, things happened along the way that irrevocably transformed the kind of person we were meant to be. While we can never go back, we can work together to understand what happened, how you're feeling now, and how we can make you feel better. I know how hard it can be to take that first step, but I'm here for you when you're ready. I believe in the principle that people don't need "fixing," they need understanding, support and compassion.
What can I say here? For some people, everything in their life fell in line exactly how they hoped it would. For most of us though, things happened along the way that irrevocably transformed the kind of person we were meant to be. While we can never go back, we can work together to understand what happened, how you're feeling now, and how we can make you feel better. I know how hard it can be to take that first step, but I'm here for you when you're ready. I believe in the principle that people don't need "fixing," they need understanding, support and compassion.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Narrative Therapy are two common approaches but we could also explore these along with a combination of Meditation, Art or Music Therapy.
Hello and thank you for stopping by. Throughout the years I have supported clients looking to improve their mental health and wellness in the fields of; Therapeutic Recreation, Psycho-social Rehabilitation, Supportive Counselling and I am now Counselling in Private Practice.
I often support people who are living with emotional pain, have come to a crossroads in their lives, and/or have spent an exhaustive amount of time struggling with anxiety, depression or other mental health issues.
A common goal for most is to become grounded (or re-grounded) in their lives. We can do that - together.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Narrative Therapy are two common approaches but we could also explore these along with a combination of Meditation, Art or Music Therapy.
Hello and thank you for stopping by. Throughout the years I have supported clients looking to improve their mental health and wellness in the fields of; Therapeutic Recreation, Psycho-social Rehabilitation, Supportive Counselling and I am now Counselling in Private Practice.
I often support people who are living with emotional pain, have come to a crossroads in their lives, and/or have spent an exhaustive amount of time struggling with anxiety, depression or other mental health issues.
A common goal for most is to become grounded (or re-grounded) in their lives. We can do that - together.
With over 10 years of psychotherapy and music therapy experience in inpatient, outpatient, and community care within hospital and hospice settings, I offer person-centered support through creating a care plan rooted in acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, music psychotherapy, and attachment theory that best supports each person's unique needs.
Are you struggling with managing anxiety or feeling overwhelmed? Are you looking for support in coping with loss, life transitions, illness, or trauma? As a registered psychotherapist, I specialize in providing person-centered care for supporting anxiety, mood management, chronic illness, advanced illness, as well as grief and bereavement. My dual certifications as a psychotherapist and music therapist guide my collaborative, values-driven, and strengths-based approach. I'd love to connect and learn more about how to best support you through life's ebbs and flows.
With over 10 years of psychotherapy and music therapy experience in inpatient, outpatient, and community care within hospital and hospice settings, I offer person-centered support through creating a care plan rooted in acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, music psychotherapy, and attachment theory that best supports each person's unique needs.
Are you struggling with managing anxiety or feeling overwhelmed? Are you looking for support in coping with loss, life transitions, illness, or trauma? As a registered psychotherapist, I specialize in providing person-centered care for supporting anxiety, mood management, chronic illness, advanced illness, as well as grief and bereavement. My dual certifications as a psychotherapist and music therapist guide my collaborative, values-driven, and strengths-based approach. I'd love to connect and learn more about how to best support you through life's ebbs and flows.
Life can be challenging. It brings moments of joy, moments of struggle, and everything in between. During difficult times, emotions like sadness, anxiety, fear, or hopelessness can feel overwhelming. I certainly do understand what it feels like to be at the center of one of these storms, and I want to help you navigate your own — to learn to drop an anchor and steady yourself. Even painful chapters can hold meaning, and they shape the way I approach therapy: as a place for growth and resilience, where we cultivate a supportive space that is ultimately centered on helping you.
Life can be challenging. It brings moments of joy, moments of struggle, and everything in between. During difficult times, emotions like sadness, anxiety, fear, or hopelessness can feel overwhelming. I certainly do understand what it feels like to be at the center of one of these storms, and I want to help you navigate your own — to learn to drop an anchor and steady yourself. Even painful chapters can hold meaning, and they shape the way I approach therapy: as a place for growth and resilience, where we cultivate a supportive space that is ultimately centered on helping you.
My practice methodology is client centered which offers individualized support for a variety of psycho-social and emotional challenges, for example but not limited to, anxiety, depression, behavioural issues, relationship challenges or life transitions. I offer system navigation tools and resources to better support you through life's challenges and hurdles.
My practice methodology is client centered which offers individualized support for a variety of psycho-social and emotional challenges, for example but not limited to, anxiety, depression, behavioural issues, relationship challenges or life transitions. I offer system navigation tools and resources to better support you through life's challenges and hurdles.
Are you looking to understand your experiences and create a new path forward? Maybe you're experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, or relationship troubles? Perhaps something needs to change but you're not sure where to start or what change could look like. I'm a psychotherapist that's passionate about providing a supportive therapy space where teens and young adults can unpack their experiences and learn more about themselves.
Are you looking to understand your experiences and create a new path forward? Maybe you're experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, or relationship troubles? Perhaps something needs to change but you're not sure where to start or what change could look like. I'm a psychotherapist that's passionate about providing a supportive therapy space where teens and young adults can unpack their experiences and learn more about themselves.
Are you feeling trapped in a cycle of complex mental health challenges or addictions with little progress despite numerous treatment attempts? At Nōmina Wellness, we understand your pain and frustration. Are you ready to courageously battle treatment-resistant mental health issues or addictions and desperately seek lasting solutions? We recognize your unique struggles and are dedicated to providing the compassionate support and evidence-based interventions you need to reclaim your life.
Are you feeling trapped in a cycle of complex mental health challenges or addictions with little progress despite numerous treatment attempts? At Nōmina Wellness, we understand your pain and frustration. Are you ready to courageously battle treatment-resistant mental health issues or addictions and desperately seek lasting solutions? We recognize your unique struggles and are dedicated to providing the compassionate support and evidence-based interventions you need to reclaim your life.
We are a diverse team of over 90 licensed and experienced therapists! We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We help individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their heads that need to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
We are a diverse team of over 90 licensed and experienced therapists! We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We help individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their heads that need to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
To me, therapy is about giving each individual client the space and support they need to process and work through what is plaguing their minds, hearts, and bodies. Some problems can seem impossible to manage, but these may simply require more time and more help to break the larger issues down into smaller, more achievable pieces, and to figure out what can be done—that’s where I come in. While I’m not there to dictate what to do or how to do it, it can be helpful to have someone present who wants to listen and understand, and who has evidence-based tools to help guide your healing journey, while also walking it alongside you.
To me, therapy is about giving each individual client the space and support they need to process and work through what is plaguing their minds, hearts, and bodies. Some problems can seem impossible to manage, but these may simply require more time and more help to break the larger issues down into smaller, more achievable pieces, and to figure out what can be done—that’s where I come in. While I’m not there to dictate what to do or how to do it, it can be helpful to have someone present who wants to listen and understand, and who has evidence-based tools to help guide your healing journey, while also walking it alongside you.
I work from a client-centred, holistic and resource-oriented approach, incorporating elements from various psychotherapeutic techniques, including music therapy.
Hot take: Everyone can benefit from therapy. I spent years of my life wanting to hide my feelings from the people around me because of the stigma surrounding mental health—particularly as a second-generation Chinese Canadian woman. Once I began to accept these feelings and embrace them as part of the human experience, I was able to embark on a (life-long) journey of healing. When I discovered firsthand how transformative therapy can be, I realized I wanted to work with other individuals in assisting them with their journeys.
I work from a client-centred, holistic and resource-oriented approach, incorporating elements from various psychotherapeutic techniques, including music therapy.
Hot take: Everyone can benefit from therapy. I spent years of my life wanting to hide my feelings from the people around me because of the stigma surrounding mental health—particularly as a second-generation Chinese Canadian woman. Once I began to accept these feelings and embrace them as part of the human experience, I was able to embark on a (life-long) journey of healing. When I discovered firsthand how transformative therapy can be, I realized I wanted to work with other individuals in assisting them with their journeys.
I work with people who want to feel more grounded, understood, and empowered in their lives. I view the therapeutic relationship as a central part of meaningful change and prioritize building a collaborative, attuned, and compassionate connection with each client. My work focuses on helping individuals better understand their internal narratives, develop skills to support nervous system regulation, and cultivate self-compassion. Through an acceptance-based and values-informed approach, clients are supported in making intentional changes that align with who they are and where they hope to go.
I work with people who want to feel more grounded, understood, and empowered in their lives. I view the therapeutic relationship as a central part of meaningful change and prioritize building a collaborative, attuned, and compassionate connection with each client. My work focuses on helping individuals better understand their internal narratives, develop skills to support nervous system regulation, and cultivate self-compassion. Through an acceptance-based and values-informed approach, clients are supported in making intentional changes that align with who they are and where they hope to go.
I can also include music therapy in session based on your needs.
I specialize working with teens, young adults and seniors. As a therapist, my goal is to make sure you are provided with a comfortable and empathetic environment, built on trust and transparency. I use a collaborative therapeutic approach, and I work with you to develop an action plan; integrating evidence-based practices that suit your needs. Therapy is not a “one-size-fits-all” method, therefore working together to find what works best is key.
I can also include music therapy in session based on your needs.
I specialize working with teens, young adults and seniors. As a therapist, my goal is to make sure you are provided with a comfortable and empathetic environment, built on trust and transparency. I use a collaborative therapeutic approach, and I work with you to develop an action plan; integrating evidence-based practices that suit your needs. Therapy is not a “one-size-fits-all” method, therefore working together to find what works best is key.
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As a therapist, I see myself as a facilitator of change and a witness to my clients' journeys of self-discovery. I believe that everyone has the potential for growth and transformation, and I feel honored to accompany my clients on their path towards healing and wholeness. Taking after others who have inspired me, I encourage my clients to step into their power and courageously embrace their vulnerability as a source of strength and connection. My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and curiosity. I strive to create a non-judgmental and supportive environment where clients feel heard, seen, and understood.
As a therapist, I see myself as a facilitator of change and a witness to my clients' journeys of self-discovery. I believe that everyone has the potential for growth and transformation, and I feel honored to accompany my clients on their path towards healing and wholeness. Taking after others who have inspired me, I encourage my clients to step into their power and courageously embrace their vulnerability as a source of strength and connection. My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and curiosity. I strive to create a non-judgmental and supportive environment where clients feel heard, seen, and understood.
I offer a safe and collaborative environment where clients can openly explore their challenges and work towards a meaningful, authentic path forward. I prioritize long-term solutions over quick fixes, fostering lasting personal growth and transformation. In my sessions, you will experience a compassionate and understanding approach, a focus on your unique needs and circumstances, expertise in crisis intervention along with mediation and conflict resolution, and a partnership where your voice is integral to the therapeutic process.
I offer a safe and collaborative environment where clients can openly explore their challenges and work towards a meaningful, authentic path forward. I prioritize long-term solutions over quick fixes, fostering lasting personal growth and transformation. In my sessions, you will experience a compassionate and understanding approach, a focus on your unique needs and circumstances, expertise in crisis intervention along with mediation and conflict resolution, and a partnership where your voice is integral to the therapeutic process.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
Welcome to my profile! In my sessions, you can look forward to feeling safe, calm, and deeply understood. This is because I always step into therapy as a human first and therapist second. My goal is for you to leave each session with feelings of hope, lightness, and clarity - as if a weight has lifted off your shoulders or you just had an “aha!” moment. By asking insightful questions and listening deeply, my hope is that you’ll feel safe and comfortable enough to slowly peel back the layers of whatever struggles you might be facing right now.
Welcome to my profile! In my sessions, you can look forward to feeling safe, calm, and deeply understood. This is because I always step into therapy as a human first and therapist second. My goal is for you to leave each session with feelings of hope, lightness, and clarity - as if a weight has lifted off your shoulders or you just had an “aha!” moment. By asking insightful questions and listening deeply, my hope is that you’ll feel safe and comfortable enough to slowly peel back the layers of whatever struggles you might be facing right now.
At Coach Spence: Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected in their relationships and personal lives. They want relief from stress, anxiety, and conflict, but also a path to deeper balance and fulfillment.
What makes my approach unique is that I blend professional therapy with holistic, culturally grounded strategies. I recognize the importance of identity, family history, and lived experience in shaping healing.
Together, we create practical tools for growth whether that’s improving communication, rebuilding trust, or strengthening self-care so you can live with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
At Coach Spence: Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected in their relationships and personal lives. They want relief from stress, anxiety, and conflict, but also a path to deeper balance and fulfillment.
What makes my approach unique is that I blend professional therapy with holistic, culturally grounded strategies. I recognize the importance of identity, family history, and lived experience in shaping healing.
Together, we create practical tools for growth whether that’s improving communication, rebuilding trust, or strengthening self-care so you can live with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
I am a Venezuelan-Canadian queer woman of colour with lived experience of migration and I offer services in Spanish and English. I work from an evolving feminist, anti-oppression, sex-positive and poly-affirming framework. Gently and bravely understanding and unpacking the impacts of systemic and colonial structures on the constructs of identity and mental health is crucial for the work we will do together. Creativity, curiosity and compassionate care are at the core of my practice. When journeying through difficult experiences, art becomes a powerful friend for the courageous path of healing and transformation.
I am a Venezuelan-Canadian queer woman of colour with lived experience of migration and I offer services in Spanish and English. I work from an evolving feminist, anti-oppression, sex-positive and poly-affirming framework. Gently and bravely understanding and unpacking the impacts of systemic and colonial structures on the constructs of identity and mental health is crucial for the work we will do together. Creativity, curiosity and compassionate care are at the core of my practice. When journeying through difficult experiences, art becomes a powerful friend for the courageous path of healing and transformation.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
My previous training in music therapy allows me to connect with those who are naturally creative, or those for whom talk therapy seems to have its limitations.
As one of the Directors at Meadowbrook Counselling Associates, I offer individual, couples, and family counselling. I also offer clinical supervision to therapists in their certification process and student interns. I have over 10 years of experience working with people of all ages, from teens to older adults, and would love to come alongside you on your journey to wellness.
My previous training in music therapy allows me to connect with those who are naturally creative, or those for whom talk therapy seems to have its limitations.
As one of the Directors at Meadowbrook Counselling Associates, I offer individual, couples, and family counselling. I also offer clinical supervision to therapists in their certification process and student interns. I have over 10 years of experience working with people of all ages, from teens to older adults, and would love to come alongside you on your journey to wellness.
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How does music therapy work?
A music therapist will begin by assessing the client’s specific needs and getting a sense of their musical ability and interests. Musical training is not required, and clients of all ages can benefit from this type of therapy. The therapist will then make a plan for how to achieve the client’s therapeutic goal(s) using a range of receptive (e.g., listening to a song) and active (e.g., drumming in a group) music therapy techniques.
What are some common music therapy techniques?
Music therapy usually involves listening to music (either live or recorded). Music therapy clients may also make music on popular instruments, such as the piano, guitar, and hand drum, or sing. Sometimes music therapy can include guided imagery. A music therapist may ask clients to improvise on the spot or even compose their own songs. Dancing or moving to music can be an effective intervention to help clients feel more fully grounded in their bodies and remain in the present moment.
How does music therapy help with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Music therapy can be a valuable creative outlet for clients with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who have trouble putting their painful feelings into words. Listening to music can be relaxing while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. In addition to its mood-boosting effects, music therapy can help clients build resilience and overcome PTSD symptoms that may interfere with their daily lives.
How long does music therapy take?
Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes. They can be scheduled in advance (for example, once a week) or can be done on an as-needed basis. Some clients will only require a handful of music therapy sessions to achieve their goals, while others may need months or longer, depending on their specific concern.