Somatic Therapists in Stayner, ON
I enjoy working with children (7+), teens, and adults. My experience includes offering support for depression, anxiety, stress, attachment, conflict, grief and relationship difficulties. I offer individual and family counselling with a person-centred approach to help you understand the current challenges and stressors that are affecting your overall quality of life. I have experience working with CAF members out of CFB Trenton where I provided support to military members and their families. I have also worked extensively with children and adults at Therapy Heals providing a safe space to explore current stressors and challenges.
I enjoy working with children (7+), teens, and adults. My experience includes offering support for depression, anxiety, stress, attachment, conflict, grief and relationship difficulties. I offer individual and family counselling with a person-centred approach to help you understand the current challenges and stressors that are affecting your overall quality of life. I have experience working with CAF members out of CFB Trenton where I provided support to military members and their families. I have also worked extensively with children and adults at Therapy Heals providing a safe space to explore current stressors and challenges.
Many of my clients come to therapy carrying the weight of stress, trauma, or life experiences that continue to impact their sense of wellbeing, relationships, and identity. Some are navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or the lasting effects of difficult experiences, while others feel stuck or disconnected from themselves.
I offer a collaborative, supportive space where we can explore your experiences with care and intention. Together, we work to regulate the nervous system, process what’s been held inside, and build a stronger sense of resilience and clarity moving forward.
Many of my clients come to therapy carrying the weight of stress, trauma, or life experiences that continue to impact their sense of wellbeing, relationships, and identity. Some are navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or the lasting effects of difficult experiences, while others feel stuck or disconnected from themselves.
I offer a collaborative, supportive space where we can explore your experiences with care and intention. Together, we work to regulate the nervous system, process what’s been held inside, and build a stronger sense of resilience and clarity moving forward.
Many of the children, teens and young adults I work with feel overwhelmed by emotions they don't fully understand or know how to manage. Some are constantly overthinking, shutting down, struggling socially, reacting intensely, or feeling exhausted by anxiety or low self-esteem.
Parents often tell me they can see their child struggling, but aren't sure how to help anymore. Therapy can help young people better understand themselves, strengthen emotions regulation, develop healthier coping skills, and feel more confident, connected and resilient.
Many of the children, teens and young adults I work with feel overwhelmed by emotions they don't fully understand or know how to manage. Some are constantly overthinking, shutting down, struggling socially, reacting intensely, or feeling exhausted by anxiety or low self-esteem.
Parents often tell me they can see their child struggling, but aren't sure how to help anymore. Therapy can help young people better understand themselves, strengthen emotions regulation, develop healthier coping skills, and feel more confident, connected and resilient.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, or life experiences that continue to impact how they feel, think, and relate to others. Some are navigating the effects of past trauma or loss, while others feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward.
I offer a calm, supportive space where we can gently explore what’s beneath the surface. Together, we work to regulate the nervous system, process difficult experiences, and build resilience—helping you reconnect with your inner strength and create meaningful, lasting change
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, or life experiences that continue to impact how they feel, think, and relate to others. Some are navigating the effects of past trauma or loss, while others feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward.
I offer a calm, supportive space where we can gently explore what’s beneath the surface. Together, we work to regulate the nervous system, process difficult experiences, and build resilience—helping you reconnect with your inner strength and create meaningful, lasting change
I specialize in therapy for children, teens, and families navigating anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, behavioural concerns, grief, self-esteem difficulties, social struggles, and family stress. Many young clients communicate emotions more easily through play, creativity, and symbolic expression rather than words alone. I integrate play therapy, sand tray therapy, and expressive art therapy to help children and teens process emotions, build confidence, strengthen coping skills, and feel safer expressing themselves. I also offer expressive art therapy groups for children and teens focused on emotional growth, creativity, and
I specialize in therapy for children, teens, and families navigating anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, behavioural concerns, grief, self-esteem difficulties, social struggles, and family stress. Many young clients communicate emotions more easily through play, creativity, and symbolic expression rather than words alone. I integrate play therapy, sand tray therapy, and expressive art therapy to help children and teens process emotions, build confidence, strengthen coping skills, and feel safer expressing themselves. I also offer expressive art therapy groups for children and teens focused on emotional growth, creativity, and
I work with people of all ages, including children and youth as well as adults and seniors who are facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, body image, relationships, sexuality, grief, loss, life changes, spirituality, disconnectedness among other issues. I believe that the greatest gift we can give to ourselves and each other, is personal healing.
I work with people of all ages, including children and youth as well as adults and seniors who are facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, body image, relationships, sexuality, grief, loss, life changes, spirituality, disconnectedness among other issues. I believe that the greatest gift we can give to ourselves and each other, is personal healing.
You grew up being the responsible one — maybe parentified, emotionally neglected, or navigating chaos early in life. You’ve built a good career and independence, but inside you feel tired, disconnected, or like the past keeps catching up.
I support high-functioning individuals healing relational wounds in a steady, non-judgmental, nervous-system-informed space. Therapy with me is a chance to slow down, untangle what was inherited versus chosen, and build a life that feels aligned rather than just accomplished.
You grew up being the responsible one — maybe parentified, emotionally neglected, or navigating chaos early in life. You’ve built a good career and independence, but inside you feel tired, disconnected, or like the past keeps catching up.
I support high-functioning individuals healing relational wounds in a steady, non-judgmental, nervous-system-informed space. Therapy with me is a chance to slow down, untangle what was inherited versus chosen, and build a life that feels aligned rather than just accomplished.
I have had the privilege to counsel many individuals, couples and groups over the past 3 decades. Whether you're experiencing distressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief, chronic sadness, faltering relationships or a sense of loss of meaning, you are not alone. I am dedicated to holding a compassionate and safe space where whatever you need to express can be seen and heard without judgment or agenda. I draw upon proven counselling tools to help create an atmosphere for change and wellness for clients of all ages, backgrounds, ethnicities, gender and sexual preference.
I have had the privilege to counsel many individuals, couples and groups over the past 3 decades. Whether you're experiencing distressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief, chronic sadness, faltering relationships or a sense of loss of meaning, you are not alone. I am dedicated to holding a compassionate and safe space where whatever you need to express can be seen and heard without judgment or agenda. I draw upon proven counselling tools to help create an atmosphere for change and wellness for clients of all ages, backgrounds, ethnicities, gender and sexual preference.
You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood—whether due to ADHD, a chronic illness, or the emotional toll of anxiety, depression, or trauma. You struggle with focus, motivation, or emotional regulation, making daily life, work, and relationships feel frustrating or exhausting. You want clarity, practical strategies, and a deeper understanding of yourself. You’re looking for someone who truly gets the connection between mental and physical health, who can help you move beyond survival mode and build a life that feels more manageable, fulfilling, and aligned with your values.
You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood—whether due to ADHD, a chronic illness, or the emotional toll of anxiety, depression, or trauma. You struggle with focus, motivation, or emotional regulation, making daily life, work, and relationships feel frustrating or exhausting. You want clarity, practical strategies, and a deeper understanding of yourself. You’re looking for someone who truly gets the connection between mental and physical health, who can help you move beyond survival mode and build a life that feels more manageable, fulfilling, and aligned with your values.
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Amy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, DVATI, RCAT, BA BSW, BAPsych
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
As a Registered Professional Art Therapist (DVATI, RCAT), Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW) and Psychotherapist, my specialty area is working with children, youth and families. My passion is to support children as they navigate mental health challenges. My extensive paediatric healthcare experience can assist you in navigating various public services, unique to your child's experience. I offer services to a wide age range of ages including 4-18 years old. Children who are aged 4-10 often benefit from dyad sessions, which involves a parent. If you are concerned about relationship issues, art therapy can be a reparative experience.
As a Registered Professional Art Therapist (DVATI, RCAT), Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW) and Psychotherapist, my specialty area is working with children, youth and families. My passion is to support children as they navigate mental health challenges. My extensive paediatric healthcare experience can assist you in navigating various public services, unique to your child's experience. I offer services to a wide age range of ages including 4-18 years old. Children who are aged 4-10 often benefit from dyad sessions, which involves a parent. If you are concerned about relationship issues, art therapy can be a reparative experience.
In therapy, I use a variety of modalities that incorporate CBT and DBT skills while working within a IFS framework and using somatic experiences.
When we struggle with mental health we disconnect with ourselves, others and the world. This can create a sense of loneliness and pain. Let’s work together to unravel the potential you hold and build a life that you love to live.
In therapy, I use a variety of modalities that incorporate CBT and DBT skills while working within a IFS framework and using somatic experiences.
When we struggle with mental health we disconnect with ourselves, others and the world. This can create a sense of loneliness and pain. Let’s work together to unravel the potential you hold and build a life that you love to live.
I support young adults who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or uncertain about what's next. Whether you're navigating school, university, work, relationships, family expectations, ADHD, self-esteem, burnout, or major life transitions, I provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you can be yourself. Many of my clients are high achievers who look like they have it all together on the outside but feel stressed, disconnected, or exhausted on the inside. Together, we'll work toward greater confidence, balance, and a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.
I support young adults who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or uncertain about what's next. Whether you're navigating school, university, work, relationships, family expectations, ADHD, self-esteem, burnout, or major life transitions, I provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you can be yourself. Many of my clients are high achievers who look like they have it all together on the outside but feel stressed, disconnected, or exhausted on the inside. Together, we'll work toward greater confidence, balance, and a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.
My approach is trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and intersectional, integrating somatic, family systems, and psychodynamic therapy to support lasting change.
Together, we can explore the protective patterns that helped you survive but may now be keeping you stuck. Rather than pushing these parts away, we work to understand them with curiosity and compassion, while building new ways of relating to yourself.
I offer in-person and virtual sessions through the week, including weekday evenings and Saturday mornings.
My approach is trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and intersectional, integrating somatic, family systems, and psychodynamic therapy to support lasting change.
Together, we can explore the protective patterns that helped you survive but may now be keeping you stuck. Rather than pushing these parts away, we work to understand them with curiosity and compassion, while building new ways of relating to yourself.
I offer in-person and virtual sessions through the week, including weekday evenings and Saturday mornings.
I can use my background in addictions and faith studies, as well as my training in mental-health first aid, TF-CBT, and trauma specialization, to work with your concerns regarding anxiety, depression, racial trauma, religious trauma, adoptee trauma, self-esteem, burnout, life transitions, somatic work, and much more!
Reaching out for help regarding our mental health isn’t easy. Often times we wrestle with stigmas, stereotypes, low self-esteem, and/or beliefs that therapy is a sign of weakness. I’ve made it my goal to create a safe, open, informative and transformative space for people to work towards mental, physical, and emotional wellness, and grow more into the person they want and were created to be. Often times we feel stuck or burnt by situations and experiences in life, and it becomes difficult to reach out. My desire is that you would allow me the opportunity to come alongside of you and help you move from overwhelmed to overcoming!
I can use my background in addictions and faith studies, as well as my training in mental-health first aid, TF-CBT, and trauma specialization, to work with your concerns regarding anxiety, depression, racial trauma, religious trauma, adoptee trauma, self-esteem, burnout, life transitions, somatic work, and much more!
Reaching out for help regarding our mental health isn’t easy. Often times we wrestle with stigmas, stereotypes, low self-esteem, and/or beliefs that therapy is a sign of weakness. I’ve made it my goal to create a safe, open, informative and transformative space for people to work towards mental, physical, and emotional wellness, and grow more into the person they want and were created to be. Often times we feel stuck or burnt by situations and experiences in life, and it becomes difficult to reach out. My desire is that you would allow me the opportunity to come alongside of you and help you move from overwhelmed to overcoming!
I would like to acknowledge and honour your consideration to reach out for support. It is not always easy and can feel vulnerable. As Maya Angelou said, “Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.” You are the expert of your life, however most of us need extra support to cope with the challenges that can arise in our daily lives. In today’s climate you may be feeling exhausted and access to the usual resources may be limited. This can be a lonely feeling and may be described as trauma – anything that you lack the resources to get through.
I would like to acknowledge and honour your consideration to reach out for support. It is not always easy and can feel vulnerable. As Maya Angelou said, “Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.” You are the expert of your life, however most of us need extra support to cope with the challenges that can arise in our daily lives. In today’s climate you may be feeling exhausted and access to the usual resources may be limited. This can be a lonely feeling and may be described as trauma – anything that you lack the resources to get through.
Welcome to a space where you can slow down, be yourself, and speak openly without pressure to have everything figured out. You may appear capable on the outside while feeling anxious, burned out, disconnected, or stuck underneath. Perhaps you are facing grief, relationship difficulties, a major life transition, or questions about identity, belonging, and direction. Together, we can make sense of what is shaping your experience and find a more grounded way forward.
Welcome to a space where you can slow down, be yourself, and speak openly without pressure to have everything figured out. You may appear capable on the outside while feeling anxious, burned out, disconnected, or stuck underneath. Perhaps you are facing grief, relationship difficulties, a major life transition, or questions about identity, belonging, and direction. Together, we can make sense of what is shaping your experience and find a more grounded way forward.
Sonder Therapy & Wellness Center
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MAVCS, MFA, RPq, EMDR
Thornbury, ON N0H
With an MA in Counselling Psych, an MFA, and a MAVCS I am certified in EMDR, EFT (Leslie Greenberg), Narrative (Vancouver School), Expressive Arts, IFS, Somatic Abolitionism, Couples, Cluster-B issues, Family Systems, CBT, DBT and Existential/Logotherapy Modalities.
Whether you're experiencing a transition, a loss or feeling a sense of being lost and craving deeper meaning you are not alone. Anxiety, depression, chronic pain, loneliness, grief, a sense of disappointment or endings of all manner can throw us off balance. Add more than one and we can genuinely be struggling and it may be difficult for others to see the reasons for our withdrawal or anxious behaviours. There can be no judgment in the therapeutic relationship, which honours your inner strength, hopes to draw forth your resilience and begin to find your way through challenging landscapes and into deeper connections that enrich us.
With an MA in Counselling Psych, an MFA, and a MAVCS I am certified in EMDR, EFT (Leslie Greenberg), Narrative (Vancouver School), Expressive Arts, IFS, Somatic Abolitionism, Couples, Cluster-B issues, Family Systems, CBT, DBT and Existential/Logotherapy Modalities.
Whether you're experiencing a transition, a loss or feeling a sense of being lost and craving deeper meaning you are not alone. Anxiety, depression, chronic pain, loneliness, grief, a sense of disappointment or endings of all manner can throw us off balance. Add more than one and we can genuinely be struggling and it may be difficult for others to see the reasons for our withdrawal or anxious behaviours. There can be no judgment in the therapeutic relationship, which honours your inner strength, hopes to draw forth your resilience and begin to find your way through challenging landscapes and into deeper connections that enrich us.
I come to this work with the intention of providing a supportive space to be heard, guidance, and practical tools that empower people to create meaningful change. Together, we’ll explore what’s keeping you stuck, strengthen resilience, and heal wounds shaped by trauma, family history, and life experiences. I believe human connection is essential to well-being, and I strive to help clients reconnect with themselves and others while building confidence, resilience, and lasting change to become the best version of themselves and create meaningful interpersonal relationships to fulfil their goals.
I come to this work with the intention of providing a supportive space to be heard, guidance, and practical tools that empower people to create meaningful change. Together, we’ll explore what’s keeping you stuck, strengthen resilience, and heal wounds shaped by trauma, family history, and life experiences. I believe human connection is essential to well-being, and I strive to help clients reconnect with themselves and others while building confidence, resilience, and lasting change to become the best version of themselves and create meaningful interpersonal relationships to fulfil their goals.
As a registered social worker, I take a trauma-informed, somatic approach — meaning we look at the whole picture, including what your body carries.
You are a woman who has spent years holding everything together — and somewhere along the way, lost the thread back to yourself. Maybe you are struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, or patterns you can't seem to break no matter how hard you try. Maybe life has shifted and you don't quite recognize yourself anymore.
You don't need to be fixed. You need support that actually sees you.
I work with women ready to understand what is driving their struggles, regulate their nervous system, and rebuild trust in themselves. Together we get to the root — not just the surface.
As a registered social worker, I take a trauma-informed, somatic approach — meaning we look at the whole picture, including what your body carries.
You are a woman who has spent years holding everything together — and somewhere along the way, lost the thread back to yourself. Maybe you are struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, or patterns you can't seem to break no matter how hard you try. Maybe life has shifted and you don't quite recognize yourself anymore.
You don't need to be fixed. You need support that actually sees you.
I work with women ready to understand what is driving their struggles, regulate their nervous system, and rebuild trust in themselves. Together we get to the root — not just the surface.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or unsure how to move forward for yourself, your child, your partner, or your family. On the outside, things may look manageable, yet underneath you are carrying stress, worry, or patterns that no longer feel helpful. You might be navigating a transition, conflict within your family, school or peer challenges, or the long term effects of stress or trauma.
You may be looking for a space where you do not have to explain or justify how hard things feel. A space where you and your experiences are met with understanding rather than judgment.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or unsure how to move forward for yourself, your child, your partner, or your family. On the outside, things may look manageable, yet underneath you are carrying stress, worry, or patterns that no longer feel helpful. You might be navigating a transition, conflict within your family, school or peer challenges, or the long term effects of stress or trauma.
You may be looking for a space where you do not have to explain or justify how hard things feel. A space where you and your experiences are met with understanding rather than judgment.
Nearby Somatic Counsellors Searches for Stayner
- Alliston
- Angus
- Barrie
- Bradford
- Collingwood
- Georgina
- Innisfil
- Meaford
- Midland
- Orangeville
- Penetanguishene
- Wasaga Beach
Somatic Counsellors
How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.