Somatic Therapists in Thornhill, ON
I am trained in Somatic EMDR through the Embody Lab and integratively using parts work informed IFS to support my clients.
Are you feeling stuck? Is everything feeling a bit overwhelming? Are you struggling with chronic pain or infertility? If this resonates with you, you are not alone. I meet clients through attuning, emotionally and intuitively meeting where they are at in life through an integrative holistic lens of compassionate care to co-create a safe space to explore, moving at ones’ own pace one step at a time. I seek to understand what brings my clients into therapy working in the authenticity of the human experience. Together we will deepen your understanding, set goals and reduce the symptoms and pressure you are experiencing now.
I am trained in Somatic EMDR through the Embody Lab and integratively using parts work informed IFS to support my clients.
Are you feeling stuck? Is everything feeling a bit overwhelming? Are you struggling with chronic pain or infertility? If this resonates with you, you are not alone. I meet clients through attuning, emotionally and intuitively meeting where they are at in life through an integrative holistic lens of compassionate care to co-create a safe space to explore, moving at ones’ own pace one step at a time. I seek to understand what brings my clients into therapy working in the authenticity of the human experience. Together we will deepen your understanding, set goals and reduce the symptoms and pressure you are experiencing now.
Do you struggle with anxiety or feeling unseen? Is it affecting your relationships with others or with yourself? Do you feel overwhelmed or burnt out, easily irritable or exhausted, because of the overthinking, perfectionism, and people-pleasing? Do you wish life could be more manageable and enjoyable somehow? Now more than ever, women are feeling the pressure to be gentle parents, bold career-women, attuned partners, and more, yet struggle to live up to the unrelenting standards they see, leaving them feeling not "good enough". It can make any additional trauma, changes, grief, or relational stressors overwhelming to work through.
Do you struggle with anxiety or feeling unseen? Is it affecting your relationships with others or with yourself? Do you feel overwhelmed or burnt out, easily irritable or exhausted, because of the overthinking, perfectionism, and people-pleasing? Do you wish life could be more manageable and enjoyable somehow? Now more than ever, women are feeling the pressure to be gentle parents, bold career-women, attuned partners, and more, yet struggle to live up to the unrelenting standards they see, leaving them feeling not "good enough". It can make any additional trauma, changes, grief, or relational stressors overwhelming to work through.
Together, we'll create a tailored plan using methods like mindfulness, CBT, and somatic approaches, designed around your unique needs.
Is stress ruining your peace of mind? Imagine the freedom of a quiet, purpose-driven mind.
Stress and racing thoughts can leave you stuck in frustration, doubt, and disconnection.
Master the tools to quiet your mind, regain control, and thrive with clarity, purpose, and unshakable calm.
Together, we'll create a tailored plan using methods like mindfulness, CBT, and somatic approaches, designed around your unique needs.
Is stress ruining your peace of mind? Imagine the freedom of a quiet, purpose-driven mind.
Stress and racing thoughts can leave you stuck in frustration, doubt, and disconnection.
Master the tools to quiet your mind, regain control, and thrive with clarity, purpose, and unshakable calm.
I am a psychotherapist with over twenty years of clinical experience and more than thirty-five thousand hours of direct therapeutic work. As a trauma specialist, I have supervised and consulted with mental health professionals and organizations internationally. In 2015, I was selected to serve as a United Nations–designated stress counsellor and trauma therapist.
I have extensive experience supporting individuals facing complex life challenges, including domestic violence, childhood trauma, assault, forced displacement, immigration-related stress, attachment-related concerns, grief, and relationship difficulties.
I am a psychotherapist with over twenty years of clinical experience and more than thirty-five thousand hours of direct therapeutic work. As a trauma specialist, I have supervised and consulted with mental health professionals and organizations internationally. In 2015, I was selected to serve as a United Nations–designated stress counsellor and trauma therapist.
I have extensive experience supporting individuals facing complex life challenges, including domestic violence, childhood trauma, assault, forced displacement, immigration-related stress, attachment-related concerns, grief, and relationship difficulties.
Hi, I’m Marni, a Registered Psychotherapist with over two years of experience supporting teens and adults through virtual therapy. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you feel comfortable being yourself and sharing what’s on your mind. At the heart of my work is building a strong therapeutic relationship rooted in empathy and collaboration, with the intention of helping you feel supported, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.
Hi, I’m Marni, a Registered Psychotherapist with over two years of experience supporting teens and adults through virtual therapy. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you feel comfortable being yourself and sharing what’s on your mind. At the heart of my work is building a strong therapeutic relationship rooted in empathy and collaboration, with the intention of helping you feel supported, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.
Accepting new clients! Whether you are initially approaching therapy or searching for new perspectives on issues you've been working on for a lifetime, I'll work with you to facilitate self-discovery and hope.
Accepting new clients! Whether you are initially approaching therapy or searching for new perspectives on issues you've been working on for a lifetime, I'll work with you to facilitate self-discovery and hope.
As a somatic psychotherapist, my work is rooted in the belief that healing happens not just through talking but through deep awareness of the body, emotions and present experience.
Whether you are seeking clarity, emotional balance or more authentic way of being, I aim to support you in finding your own inner strength and wisdom. Through deep conversation & body-centered techniques, we will build authentic self-worth, quiet your inner critic and set boundaries to feel more secure in your connections.
As a somatic psychotherapist, my work is rooted in the belief that healing happens not just through talking but through deep awareness of the body, emotions and present experience.
Whether you are seeking clarity, emotional balance or more authentic way of being, I aim to support you in finding your own inner strength and wisdom. Through deep conversation & body-centered techniques, we will build authentic self-worth, quiet your inner critic and set boundaries to feel more secure in your connections.
Have you been feeling lost, overwhelmed, discouraged, or anxious? Struggling with big
life changes, unexpected events, and growing up while managing anxiety or depression
can be exhausting. These pivotal times can also be the most lonely. As a both a
therapist and a human being I understand that mental health looks and feels different
for everyone, that’s why I believe that the power of therapy is strongest when the
connection is built on a deep understanding. Together, we can find an approach that
suits you!
Have you been feeling lost, overwhelmed, discouraged, or anxious? Struggling with big
life changes, unexpected events, and growing up while managing anxiety or depression
can be exhausting. These pivotal times can also be the most lonely. As a both a
therapist and a human being I understand that mental health looks and feels different
for everyone, that’s why I believe that the power of therapy is strongest when the
connection is built on a deep understanding. Together, we can find an approach that
suits you!
Spiritual Psychotherapist - Josie
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RP, CHRL
1 Endorsed
Thornhill, ON L4J
Out of all the losses I’ve suffered in life, the most heartbreaking was a loss of Self. Perhaps, you’ve reached a time in your life when you’re feeling this sense of disconnectedness with yourself. There may be an intuitive knowing that there must be more to life than this day-to-day existence. Maybe it’s time to detach from other people’s expectations so you can reconnect with your own needs and wants. My aim is to guide individuals in their personal healing journey by accessing their own inner wisdom.
Out of all the losses I’ve suffered in life, the most heartbreaking was a loss of Self. Perhaps, you’ve reached a time in your life when you’re feeling this sense of disconnectedness with yourself. There may be an intuitive knowing that there must be more to life than this day-to-day existence. Maybe it’s time to detach from other people’s expectations so you can reconnect with your own needs and wants. My aim is to guide individuals in their personal healing journey by accessing their own inner wisdom.
Most men don't show up to therapy because things are perfect. They show up because something has shifted at work, at home, inside themselves, and pushing through stopped working.
That's not weakness. That's awareness. And acting on it takes more courage than most people give it credit for.
I work with men who are carrying a lot.
Most men don't show up to therapy because things are perfect. They show up because something has shifted at work, at home, inside themselves, and pushing through stopped working.
That's not weakness. That's awareness. And acting on it takes more courage than most people give it credit for.
I work with men who are carrying a lot.
Janet Melo-Thaiss: PMDD, PME, Menopause,
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP
3 Endorsed
Thornhill, ON L3T
Using approaches like somatic, parts work/IFS, mindfulness, values-based action (ACT), and solution-focused therapy, we’ll explore root patterns, build resilience, and create a clear path to confidence, clarity, and lasting relief.
You’re doing your best, but the hormonal mood swings, brain fog and burnout are making it hard. You’re tired of feeling like you don't know yourself anymore. And, you're tired of feeling uncomfortable in your own body. Whether it’s PMDD, PME, PMOS (formerly PCOS), peri/menopause, endometriosis or a new ADHD diagnosis, you’re done with people pleasing and feeling unheard. You want answers, support, and someone who gets it. I'll help you to build trust in your own voice and connect with your inner wisdom. We'll build a plan that works for you. You don’t have to keep pushing through this alone; let’s rewrite your story together.
Using approaches like somatic, parts work/IFS, mindfulness, values-based action (ACT), and solution-focused therapy, we’ll explore root patterns, build resilience, and create a clear path to confidence, clarity, and lasting relief.
You’re doing your best, but the hormonal mood swings, brain fog and burnout are making it hard. You’re tired of feeling like you don't know yourself anymore. And, you're tired of feeling uncomfortable in your own body. Whether it’s PMDD, PME, PMOS (formerly PCOS), peri/menopause, endometriosis or a new ADHD diagnosis, you’re done with people pleasing and feeling unheard. You want answers, support, and someone who gets it. I'll help you to build trust in your own voice and connect with your inner wisdom. We'll build a plan that works for you. You don’t have to keep pushing through this alone; let’s rewrite your story together.
Are you overwhelmed by ADHD, executive functioning, and/or women’s hormonal health challenges like PMDD or PCOS? Struggling with stress, anxiety, mood swings, or self-doubt can make daily life exhausting. In a safe, compassionate space, we can work to process difficult emotions, regain balance, and rebuild your strengths. Together, we’ll work toward healing, emotional regulation, and moving forward with more confidence and calm.
Are you overwhelmed by ADHD, executive functioning, and/or women’s hormonal health challenges like PMDD or PCOS? Struggling with stress, anxiety, mood swings, or self-doubt can make daily life exhausting. In a safe, compassionate space, we can work to process difficult emotions, regain balance, and rebuild your strengths. Together, we’ll work toward healing, emotional regulation, and moving forward with more confidence and calm.
I often work with high performers and those under pressure, integrating somatic work, IFS, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and narrative therapy to support lasting change and self-trust.
I want to help people navigating anxiety, trauma, or depression who feel ready for something deeper—beyond just managing symptoms. Many of my clients want to understand their patterns, build real skills, and create meaningful, lasting change in how they relate to themselves and others.
I didn’t come to therapy in a straight line. I started as a professional ballerina, and then a dance movement therapist working with people with Dementia and Parkinson’s— all experiences that shaped how I understand resilience, identity, and change. My goal is to share this experience and help people heal both their body and mind.
I often work with high performers and those under pressure, integrating somatic work, IFS, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and narrative therapy to support lasting change and self-trust.
I want to help people navigating anxiety, trauma, or depression who feel ready for something deeper—beyond just managing symptoms. Many of my clients want to understand their patterns, build real skills, and create meaningful, lasting change in how they relate to themselves and others.
I didn’t come to therapy in a straight line. I started as a professional ballerina, and then a dance movement therapist working with people with Dementia and Parkinson’s— all experiences that shaped how I understand resilience, identity, and change. My goal is to share this experience and help people heal both their body and mind.
I integrate somatic therapy, EFT and trauma work to unwind survival patterns held in both mind and body.
Have you ever felt like “just getting by” has become your default setting? Like you’re living in survival mode...functioning on the outside, but carrying an invisible weight that no one else can see? Maybe you’ve spent years being the strong one, all while feeling alone, exhausted, or disconnected. Chronic stress, trauma, and toxic relationships don’t just leave emotional wounds, they rewire how we feel safety, build closeness, and self-protect from pain. They can leave us feeling stuck: frozen, shut down, or constantly on edge. And while your past may shape your story, it doesn’t have to write your future.
I integrate somatic therapy, EFT and trauma work to unwind survival patterns held in both mind and body.
Have you ever felt like “just getting by” has become your default setting? Like you’re living in survival mode...functioning on the outside, but carrying an invisible weight that no one else can see? Maybe you’ve spent years being the strong one, all while feeling alone, exhausted, or disconnected. Chronic stress, trauma, and toxic relationships don’t just leave emotional wounds, they rewire how we feel safety, build closeness, and self-protect from pain. They can leave us feeling stuck: frozen, shut down, or constantly on edge. And while your past may shape your story, it doesn’t have to write your future.
Do you feel stuck in life? Are you exhausted by intrusive thoughts that just don’t seem to stop no matter how hard you try? Are you someone who suffers from anxiety, sadness and self-esteem issues? Are you having a difficult time with stress management, making decisions to move forward in life, marital conflict, job related problems, difficulty relating to family members or just day-to-day life? My mission is to help you identify your goals and needs, while instilling a feeling of safety, trust and understanding and to foster resilience and direction in the achievement of your goals.
Do you feel stuck in life? Are you exhausted by intrusive thoughts that just don’t seem to stop no matter how hard you try? Are you someone who suffers from anxiety, sadness and self-esteem issues? Are you having a difficult time with stress management, making decisions to move forward in life, marital conflict, job related problems, difficulty relating to family members or just day-to-day life? My mission is to help you identify your goals and needs, while instilling a feeling of safety, trust and understanding and to foster resilience and direction in the achievement of your goals.
I combine evidence-based therapy with somatic and neurosomatic approaches to help you regulate your nervous system, process difficult experiences, and build emotional resilience.
If you’re here, something in your life may no longer feel sustainable. You may be used to holding everything together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed underneath. Perhaps you feel stuck in survival mode, disconnected from yourself or others, or exhausted from coping with anxiety, trauma, grief, burnout, or relationship stress. You might be someone others rely on — a high-functioning professional, caregiver, healthcare worker, or first responder — yet feel depleted internally. You want relief, clarity, and practical tools to regulate your nervous system, understand patterns, and feel more grounded, present, and connected.
I combine evidence-based therapy with somatic and neurosomatic approaches to help you regulate your nervous system, process difficult experiences, and build emotional resilience.
If you’re here, something in your life may no longer feel sustainable. You may be used to holding everything together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed underneath. Perhaps you feel stuck in survival mode, disconnected from yourself or others, or exhausted from coping with anxiety, trauma, grief, burnout, or relationship stress. You might be someone others rely on — a high-functioning professional, caregiver, healthcare worker, or first responder — yet feel depleted internally. You want relief, clarity, and practical tools to regulate your nervous system, understand patterns, and feel more grounded, present, and connected.
Life can feel heavy when familiar patterns keep showing up — feeling anxious, overwhelmed, low, or struggling with energy. You may notice old ways of coping no longer help, leaving you questioning your reactions, your needs, or even who you are at your core. You want clarity, stability, and a sense of security within yourself and in how you navigate life, as well as a way to feel grounded, steady, and more like yourself.
Life can feel heavy when familiar patterns keep showing up — feeling anxious, overwhelmed, low, or struggling with energy. You may notice old ways of coping no longer help, leaving you questioning your reactions, your needs, or even who you are at your core. You want clarity, stability, and a sense of security within yourself and in how you navigate life, as well as a way to feel grounded, steady, and more like yourself.
I also integrate somatic techniques to help you process emotions, shift patterns, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Do you feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, overthinking, or fear? Or caught in patterns of conflict or disconnection in your relationship? I specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, and phobias using CBT and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), as well as working with couples to improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional connection. Together, we go beyond talking—using structured tools and guided work to create meaningful, lasting change. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping you feel heard, supported, and empowered.
I also integrate somatic techniques to help you process emotions, shift patterns, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Do you feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, overthinking, or fear? Or caught in patterns of conflict or disconnection in your relationship? I specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, and phobias using CBT and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), as well as working with couples to improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional connection. Together, we go beyond talking—using structured tools and guided work to create meaningful, lasting change. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping you feel heard, supported, and empowered.
Self Care with Kimeiko - Direct Billing
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, PsyDip
16 Endorsed
Online Only
I may integrate psych ed, guided meditations, emotional and somatic awareness, breathwork, and creative practices to help you deepen self-awareness, regulate emotions, and strengthen your relationships.
Overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, burnout, and/or relationship struggles? You are not alone! I offer compassionate online therapy for individuals and couples to process challenging experiences, thoughts, and emotions.
I aim to make you feel safe, validated, and appreciated for your vulnerability, courage, and progress. I can support you between sessions with practical and inspiring strategies, tools, and resources hand-picked to meet your unique needs.
Together, let’s uncover your patterns, learnings, strengths, skills, and hope!
I may integrate psych ed, guided meditations, emotional and somatic awareness, breathwork, and creative practices to help you deepen self-awareness, regulate emotions, and strengthen your relationships.
Overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, burnout, and/or relationship struggles? You are not alone! I offer compassionate online therapy for individuals and couples to process challenging experiences, thoughts, and emotions.
I aim to make you feel safe, validated, and appreciated for your vulnerability, courage, and progress. I can support you between sessions with practical and inspiring strategies, tools, and resources hand-picked to meet your unique needs.
Together, let’s uncover your patterns, learnings, strengths, skills, and hope!
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
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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.