Music Therapy in Thornhill, ON
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) and Registered Social Worker (RSW) with over 25 years of experience in health care and public service. I am dedicated to creating a safe, compassionate, and supportive space for healing and personal growth. My approach is client-centered and trauma-informed, integrating CBT, mindfulness, and narrative therapy.
I work with individuals, couples, and families facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. Fluent in Farsi and Kurdish, I provide culturally sensitive care that helps clients build resilience, gain clarity, and move forward with confidence.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) and Registered Social Worker (RSW) with over 25 years of experience in health care and public service. I am dedicated to creating a safe, compassionate, and supportive space for healing and personal growth. My approach is client-centered and trauma-informed, integrating CBT, mindfulness, and narrative therapy.
I work with individuals, couples, and families facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. Fluent in Farsi and Kurdish, I provide culturally sensitive care that helps clients build resilience, gain clarity, and move forward with confidence.
Accepting New Clients! Welcome to our page! Whether you stumbled this page because of a recent break-up, divorce, an addiction you want to break, marriage problems or just looking to find ways to cope with your stress, you found the right place. We specialize in CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Inner Child Work and other modalities to assist you. We can provide you with tools to help you cope but can also assist you in finding and healing the core issue.
Accepting New Clients! Welcome to our page! Whether you stumbled this page because of a recent break-up, divorce, an addiction you want to break, marriage problems or just looking to find ways to cope with your stress, you found the right place. We specialize in CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Inner Child Work and other modalities to assist you. We can provide you with tools to help you cope but can also assist you in finding and healing the core issue.
Do you feel overwhelmed in life? Do you put others first, say yes when you want to say no, or keep quiet to avoid conflict. Maybe you feel lost in this fast paced world, or you're moving through a big life transition, grieving a loss, or navigating the impact of addiction in your family. I help individuals who feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or lost reconnect with themselves in order to create a purposeful way of living.
Do you feel overwhelmed in life? Do you put others first, say yes when you want to say no, or keep quiet to avoid conflict. Maybe you feel lost in this fast paced world, or you're moving through a big life transition, grieving a loss, or navigating the impact of addiction in your family. I help individuals who feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or lost reconnect with themselves in order to create a purposeful way of living.
Christina Skoulos
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, TCHt, CFRC, RKin, RYT
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost, stuck, down, anxious, stressed, or seeking answers? Would you like to improve your health and well-being and create deeper healing, improved relationships, lasting change, and transformation in your life? Perhaps you find yourself lacking time, focus, energy, drive, connection, and have no idea how to start improving things. We all have times in life when we may feel this way. With everything going on in the world these days, it's not easy to not feel this way. But you can finally stop trying to do it all alone now. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer support.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost, stuck, down, anxious, stressed, or seeking answers? Would you like to improve your health and well-being and create deeper healing, improved relationships, lasting change, and transformation in your life? Perhaps you find yourself lacking time, focus, energy, drive, connection, and have no idea how to start improving things. We all have times in life when we may feel this way. With everything going on in the world these days, it's not easy to not feel this way. But you can finally stop trying to do it all alone now. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer support.
More Therapists Nearby
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.
How often have you had to leave parts of yourself (your ethnicity, your queer identity, your mental health) at the door? Sometimes you might need to be someone else to feel safe. It can be hard to love and accept yourself, especially when you live in a world where you are told to keep parts of yourself hidden to fit in. I know and understand how racism, discrimination, colonial, structural oppression and queer identities can impact our mental health. I am here to create a safe enough space so that you can feel comfortable bringing all that you are and all that you want to be inour sessions.
How often have you had to leave parts of yourself (your ethnicity, your queer identity, your mental health) at the door? Sometimes you might need to be someone else to feel safe. It can be hard to love and accept yourself, especially when you live in a world where you are told to keep parts of yourself hidden to fit in. I know and understand how racism, discrimination, colonial, structural oppression and queer identities can impact our mental health. I am here to create a safe enough space so that you can feel comfortable bringing all that you are and all that you want to be inour sessions.
Each Kalm Therapist is trained to provide personalized care, tailoring their approach to meet the unique needs of every individual. With an empathetic and holistic approach, the therapists foster a safe and nurturing environment where clients feel supported and heard. Whether through one-on-one sessions or group workshops, Kalm Therapists empower individuals to develop healthier coping strategies and create sustainable changes in their mental and emotional health.
Each Kalm Therapist is trained to provide personalized care, tailoring their approach to meet the unique needs of every individual. With an empathetic and holistic approach, the therapists foster a safe and nurturing environment where clients feel supported and heard. Whether through one-on-one sessions or group workshops, Kalm Therapists empower individuals to develop healthier coping strategies and create sustainable changes in their mental and emotional health.
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.
Do you yearn to break free and yet feel held down by a heavy weight? Do you feel like the flow of life is blocked by a sense of depression and anxiety? Do you long to feel lighter and more alive? Do you have dreams about growing and coming into yourself, and yet feel mostly ruled by fear and insecurities? Do you wish you could find a guide that could help you bring your dreams into reality? I work in a humanistic and client-centred way. This means that I believe in the intrinsic and unique value of every being, and that we’ll work together to locate you in your unique story.
Do you yearn to break free and yet feel held down by a heavy weight? Do you feel like the flow of life is blocked by a sense of depression and anxiety? Do you long to feel lighter and more alive? Do you have dreams about growing and coming into yourself, and yet feel mostly ruled by fear and insecurities? Do you wish you could find a guide that could help you bring your dreams into reality? I work in a humanistic and client-centred way. This means that I believe in the intrinsic and unique value of every being, and that we’ll work together to locate you in your unique story.
Hello, I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a Master’s in Music Psychotherapy. I work with children, teens, and adults – with a focus on neurodivergence (ASD and ADHD) – as well as those experiencing anxiety, grief, emotional dysregulation, and life transitions.
Many of the people I work with may struggle with self-regulation, identity, social challenges, or feeling misunderstood. My approach to therapy is strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming, grounded in both traditional psychotherapy and music psychotherapy.
Hello, I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a Master’s in Music Psychotherapy. I work with children, teens, and adults – with a focus on neurodivergence (ASD and ADHD) – as well as those experiencing anxiety, grief, emotional dysregulation, and life transitions.
Many of the people I work with may struggle with self-regulation, identity, social challenges, or feeling misunderstood. My approach to therapy is strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming, grounded in both traditional psychotherapy and music psychotherapy.
Our trained team specializes in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), EMDR, Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Art Therapy, and Music Therapy.
As Clinical Director, I have 30 years of experience to support the Team and Clinic programs and treatment. We have 3 areas of speciality: Adult Clients, Children/Youth and First Responders. Our Team has a varied background in offering hope and healing, with speciality training in first responder culture.
Our trained team specializes in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), EMDR, Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Art Therapy, and Music Therapy.
As Clinical Director, I have 30 years of experience to support the Team and Clinic programs and treatment. We have 3 areas of speciality: Adult Clients, Children/Youth and First Responders. Our Team has a varied background in offering hope and healing, with speciality training in first responder culture.
Living in a capitalist society can often make us feel burned-out, chronically anxious, depressed and alienated from those we love the most. Too often, we are "working for the weekend", and when it comes we have precious little time to spend doing the things that bring us meaning and strengthen our most important relationships. There’s a huge disconnect between the conditions in which we evolved and how we now live. I help people to heal from unmet needs during development by uncovering and working to shift adaptations (now maladaptive). I specialize in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) in partnership with Flowstate Therapy.
Living in a capitalist society can often make us feel burned-out, chronically anxious, depressed and alienated from those we love the most. Too often, we are "working for the weekend", and when it comes we have precious little time to spend doing the things that bring us meaning and strengthen our most important relationships. There’s a huge disconnect between the conditions in which we evolved and how we now live. I help people to heal from unmet needs during development by uncovering and working to shift adaptations (now maladaptive). I specialize in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) in partnership with Flowstate Therapy.
It’s hard to sit with the feelings that accompany our challenges- fear, anger, sadness, shame, hopelessness-and it’s even harder to do it alone. Having a space where we’re seen and heard can make all the difference in finding our way, whether we’re navigating grief, anxiety, work or school related stress, or life changes.
It’s hard to sit with the feelings that accompany our challenges- fear, anger, sadness, shame, hopelessness-and it’s even harder to do it alone. Having a space where we’re seen and heard can make all the difference in finding our way, whether we’re navigating grief, anxiety, work or school related stress, or life changes.
One of the most difficult parts of feeling emotional pain and internal suffering is experiencing it alone. I believe walking alongside your journey and listening to your voice matters. A lot of us want a better understanding of self and/or require support with trauma, depression, anxiety, and/or relationships. Often, seeking support can be a challenging first step as there are unpleasant feelings, stigmas, thoughts and difficult behaviours. My goal is to provide a nonjudgmental, safe and accepting space for you explore them. I strive to help you build a stronger connection to yourself and strengthen your mental resiliency.
One of the most difficult parts of feeling emotional pain and internal suffering is experiencing it alone. I believe walking alongside your journey and listening to your voice matters. A lot of us want a better understanding of self and/or require support with trauma, depression, anxiety, and/or relationships. Often, seeking support can be a challenging first step as there are unpleasant feelings, stigmas, thoughts and difficult behaviours. My goal is to provide a nonjudgmental, safe and accepting space for you explore them. I strive to help you build a stronger connection to yourself and strengthen your mental resiliency.
Grounded in anti-oppressive and trauma-focused practice, my approach integrates psychodynamic, attachment based, narrative, emotion focused, and music therapy modalities.
I’m Reenie (they/she) and I work primarily within 2SLGBTQ+ and neurodiverse communities. I value the importance of lived experiences and aim to empower you as the author of your own story. Whether you're seeking to build connection with yourself and others, or navigating life challenges, I’m here to offer human-to-human collaboration and curiosity as you explore your feelings, thoughts, needs, and goals
Grounded in anti-oppressive and trauma-focused practice, my approach integrates psychodynamic, attachment based, narrative, emotion focused, and music therapy modalities.
I’m Reenie (they/she) and I work primarily within 2SLGBTQ+ and neurodiverse communities. I value the importance of lived experiences and aim to empower you as the author of your own story. Whether you're seeking to build connection with yourself and others, or navigating life challenges, I’m here to offer human-to-human collaboration and curiosity as you explore your feelings, thoughts, needs, and goals
Building Bridges Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MSc, RP, RMFT
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3R
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.
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.
I'm an artist who believes psychotherapy is an art in itself, and I work in Farsi and English with people carrying trauma, grief, chronic illness, and a difficult relationship with their body. Life is full of light and shadow, and moving through both takes creativity, bravery, trust, and a space where emotions are welcome. I came to this work through my own journey as a woman, an immigrant, an artist, and someone who has faced serious illness. That path taught me to sit with pain without turning away from it. I may not always know exactly what you are feeling, but I will be genuinely present with you, curious and non-judgmental.
I'm an artist who believes psychotherapy is an art in itself, and I work in Farsi and English with people carrying trauma, grief, chronic illness, and a difficult relationship with their body. Life is full of light and shadow, and moving through both takes creativity, bravery, trust, and a space where emotions are welcome. I came to this work through my own journey as a woman, an immigrant, an artist, and someone who has faced serious illness. That path taught me to sit with pain without turning away from it. I may not always know exactly what you are feeling, but I will be genuinely present with you, curious and non-judgmental.
It might seem like everyone else has it all figured out. You might blame yourself for not being perfect or for not measuring up to other peoples’ standards. You might feel overwhelmed by anxious thoughts or the sense that you don’t quite belong. These struggles can feel isolating, especially when others expect you to simply move past them. I have been there - I know how it feels to be stuck in that negative cycle. Therapy helped me to understand my experience and soften toward myself. You don’t have to go through this alone. Together, we can make space for what feels heavy and support your path forward.
It might seem like everyone else has it all figured out. You might blame yourself for not being perfect or for not measuring up to other peoples’ standards. You might feel overwhelmed by anxious thoughts or the sense that you don’t quite belong. These struggles can feel isolating, especially when others expect you to simply move past them. I have been there - I know how it feels to be stuck in that negative cycle. Therapy helped me to understand my experience and soften toward myself. You don’t have to go through this alone. Together, we can make space for what feels heavy and support your path forward.
Hi there! I'm Kayla. I'm a psychotherapist who helps folks transform trauma and deepen experiences of presence and connection. My practice uses an experiential approach drawn from somatic, expressive arts, and relational psychotherapies. I am passionate about this work because I believe fully in our embodied potential for reshaping trauma through creative connection. Within my own life, and throughout my career I have witnessed how attending to our bodies through the arts can open up space for co-creating safe-enough and vibrant relationships.
Hi there! I'm Kayla. I'm a psychotherapist who helps folks transform trauma and deepen experiences of presence and connection. My practice uses an experiential approach drawn from somatic, expressive arts, and relational psychotherapies. I am passionate about this work because I believe fully in our embodied potential for reshaping trauma through creative connection. Within my own life, and throughout my career I have witnessed how attending to our bodies through the arts can open up space for co-creating safe-enough and vibrant relationships.
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Music Therapy Counsellors
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.