Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Stouffville, ON

I am a Registered Social Worker with over 16 years of experience. My approach is to work collaboratively with individuals, couples and families on challenging psychosocial and emotional issues. I have extensive experience with diverse populations in a variety of settings including: child welfare, social assistance, housing, health and community care, crisis, mental health and addictions, youth outreach and anger management groups. I currently provide counselling for: stress/coping, managing change/life transitions, interpersonal and work related issues, anxiety/depression, grief/bereavement, addiction/mental health, chronic/acute illnesses, dementia, long-term care planning, caregiver stress and fertility issues.

I am a Registered Social Worker and a virtual counselor in Ontario. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Psychology, a Master of Education, and a Master of Social Work. I provide strength-based therapy services for children, young adults, individuals, couples, and families using an anti-oppressive, integrated approach tailored to the unique needs of each new client. There are so many changes that happen as families grow and develop with the passing years, and I’m here to help with these transitions. For over twenty years I have worked in a variety of settings with diverse clients, including both long-term and brief

A lot of the time, our first instinct is to seek support when we may feel we are drowning in our current struggles. The first step is always the hardest, in where we fear we will not be understood. My belief is that because each one of us is unique, our struggles and thus our journey in healing will be too. I aim to be an anchor in these turbulent times and be a beacon of unfiltered, unconditional and non-judgemental space in exploring our internal processes. In collaboration, we can address motivational, acceptance, behavioural, cognitive, social, biological and cultural aspects that can work in tandem in maintaining our struggles.

Motherhood is beautiful, but it comes with a unique set of challenges. Overwhelmed by the physical & emotional changes of pregnancy? Grapping with feelings of grief & loss? Anxious & downcast in your postpartum phase? Missing out on moments of connection with your baby? Struggling with identity/role adjustment? Drowning in early parenting stress? Don't let these feelings of overwhelm, sorrow, fear & doubt dim the joy of motherhood! I offer compassionate support and guidance through specialized psychotherapy services aimed at protecting and promoting optimal maternal well-being during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond!

Life can be full of joy, connection and meaning. It can also be stressful, challenging and wounding. All of us at one time or another can benefit from a safe, supportive place where we can feel heard and guided as we heal or find solutions that are best for us. Minni Sharma (RP) and Kim Hood (RSW) are happy to offer such a place. We will assist you by providing the tools and skills to manage the stressors in your life. Through our non-judgmental and empowering approach, we will assist you in connecting with your own strengths and resilience.

What if you could talk to your partner without every conversation turning into an explosive argument? How would it feel to wake up for just one day without the weight of stress, sadness, or anxiety holding you down? Can you imagine having a healthy routine and effectively managing your anger? What if you could share your thoughts and feelings without fearing judgment, and live a life free from the shackles of guilt? I understand how good that would feel because I'm here to help you make it a reality at CheerUp Counseling Services. I am deeply committed to providing you with a nurturing, compassionate space.

I am committed to helping individuals achieve their mental health goals and improve their overall well-being. Therapy can be a powerful tool for personal growth and transformation, and I work collaboratively with my clients to create a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment for exploring their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, client-centered and strengths-based, which means that I prioritize the needs and goals of each individual client and draw on their existing strengths and resources to facilitate growth and healing.

Have you ever wondered if there is anyone you could call or meet with who has a deep concern about your story, your soul, and your future? A person who for some earthly reason gains your trust and welcomes the journey you are on in the present, meets you as you were in the past, and gently comes alongside you without judgment to provide a pathway to a life-giving future.

Hi! I am so glad that you are here. The decision to begin therapy is often the first step towards positive change, improved relationships and feeling better. Are you moving into new roles and responsibilities and finding it difficult to cope? Have you been impacted by something painful and feel you need a place to process this? Do you have a child or teen with anxiety, ADHD, anger, or OCD and want to arm them with skills to crush these issues? Could you use an expert opinion on what you’re going through, or a non-judgemental ear just to listen? If you answered yes to any of the above, therapy together may be a wonderful fit for you!

Dr. Rudolph Drummond is a registered psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario and a member of the Ontario Psychological Association. His areas of practice include counseling psychology, clinical psychology, and forensic psychology with adolescents, adults, and families. Dr. Drummond has more than 20 years of progressive clinical experience in various inpatient, community, and forensic mental health settings. He delivers evidence-based assessments and treatment services to diverse clients presenting with a range of mental health, emotional, behavioral, and adjustment problems.

I am a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist in Ontario. I provide psychotherapy services from an anti-oppressive framework using a client-centered or family-centered approach to meet the various needs of my clientele. I specialize in trauma, relationship issues, domestic violence, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, attachment, grief and loss, and other mental health concerns. I utilize various treatment tools in individual or group settings, including, CBT, Narrative, EFT, Mindfulness, DBT, Strength and System approaches. We also do cognitive and behavioural assessment and testing at our centers through a Registered Psychologist.

I hope to provide space for you to feel heard and be seen. Through sessions you will create and implement effective coping strategies to better address layers of complexity and improve ease in daily functioning, learn how to maintain rewarding relationships with effective boundaries and problem solving skills, and engage in new patterns of vitality that inspire purpose and productivity. I support building attuned and affirming parent-child relationships, safety and emotion regulation for adolescents, re-igniting meaningful connection and validating communication within couples.

Hi I’m Brooklyn! I have an eclectic style of therapy that is tailored to who my clients are for a truly personalized experience. Some therapeutic strategies include: solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT), harm reduction, and self-compassion work. We will collaborate on goals that align with your healing journey and I will support you the best I can to achieve those goals!

Are you feeling a general dissatisfaction with your life and/or relationships? Are you finding yourself stuck in habitual patterns that no longer serve you? Do you struggle to connect with your children, partner or other relationships in your life? You may feel like your actions don’t align with your emotions, and prioritizing the wants and needs of others leaves you feeling untethered from your own sense of direction and purpose. Navigating the changing waters of life can be challenging. With support, you can learn to ride out the waves of emotions that come from stressful events, past and present.

You might be reading this because you've been feeling "stuck" in some capacity. Maybe life isn't going how you thought it would or perhaps you just haven't been feeling quite like yourself. It is during these times that therapy can be extremely beneficial. In a safe, confidential space, you're not only given the opportunity to share some of your innermost thoughts and beliefs, but receive compassionate feedback on how they could be altered in a way that improves your mental health.

For the past 20 years, I have had the privilege of counselling children, youth, adults, couples and families to support overall coping, resiliency, positive change, healing and growth. I have provided counselling in various settings to support clients with issues related to stress, anxiety, anger, depression, sexuality, self-esteem, communication, family and relationship dynamics, as well as traumatic life experiences.

When individuals experience life stressors or challenges, it can be very exhausting and their lives may seem to unravel. An important first step in the journey of recovery and self-discovery is talking about it with someone. As a Registered Psychotherapist with CRPO, I provide ethical, compassionate, and culturally sensitive care to the youth and adult population through a client-led practice, including accommodation of, and respect for differences in opinions, values, and attitudes across various cultures in a cooperative, anti-oppressive practice.

New Clients Welcome! - Evenings & Weekends Available - Struggling with feelings of pressure, anxiety, stress, or conflict in important relationships can feel very isolating, lonely, and hopeless. You may begin to feel stuck, or turn to unhelpful ways of dealing with unwanted stress or emotions. More often than not, this takes a toll on your health, mood, relationships, and overall functioning. I want you to know that you are not alone - I can help. As a dedicated, caring professional I strive to understand and support you in addressing your unique issues, history and experience, focusing on the goals most important to you.

Living in today's world can be overwhelmed with stress, constant worries, depression, low self esteem, relationship struggles, and social emotional concerns for many of us especially our kids & teens and their families. Kids and teens are our future and for many the first step towards vulnerability, courage and healing begins with the desire to live differently and reaching out for the support needed to do so. If your child or teen is struggling with social emotional concerns, an Eating Disorder, family conflict or traumatic experiences and as a family you are curious about therapy and change I welcome you.