Couples Counselling Therapists in Vaughan, ON

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!* Maybe you are looking to get some relief from anxiety, depression, stress or childhood trauma. Or, perhaps you are looking to build confidence, explore ways to communicate, and strengthen relationships. Maybe you are noticing that challenges in one area of your life are creating barriers to other areas of your life. Together, we will strive to get you to a place where you want to be ­– whether that be back on track, or moving forward in a completely new direction. STAR takes a holistic approach with a multi-disciplinary team to provide a safe and non-judgemental space for support, treatment and recovery!

Talking with a trained listener helps alleviate emotional distress for good. Myrtle Pellew PhD is trained to listen and interact with you in a way that will assist you to get to the very root of your emotional concerns. You will be empowered to accomplish such things as, being able to face your difficulties; to develop effective communication and interpersonal skills; to assume responsibility for bringing about positive life changes; to enable you to make desirable choices; to work on mending broken relationships; to manage anger and aggression appropriately; to improve your self-esteem/image; and to receive inner healing.

Life is beautiful. It can however be difficult and with obstacles. Whether it’s you feeling overwhelmed by current challenges, exhausted from past trauma, or being anxious about the future, I am here to support you, either for a little while, or for a longer journey. My approach is to focus on You and at Your own pace. I believe in the power of listening and tailoring our sessions towards your unique needs. I work with individuals, couples , and families. I also support youth and their caregivers on meeting their needs. I appreciate that there are complications in life and aim to provide a nonjudgmental space for you.

Parenting is hard, and no matter how much we ask, it doesn’t come with a manual. Childhood anxiety, depression, ADHD, teenage angst and everyday challenges are on the rise and learning where to go for help can be overwhelming. Despite our efforts, the resulting feelings of frustration and despair are very real. I have been there myself and understand that, like with learning any new skill, parenting takes work. Learning tools and applying them consistently while faced with numerous challenges requires support, compassion and gentle guidance. What's important to know is that you are not alone and that there is support available.

I provide therapeutic services to adults, couples and families across Ontario. I have years of experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, stress, relationship issues, life changes, etc.

I believe that each one of us is the sum of all the journeys we have taken and all the people we have met along the way. We navigate peaks and valleys, traveling up or downstream. At different junctures in our lives, we find ourselves in an ‘in-between’ not knowing which path to take. It is through my own journey and the ones I have taken with others that I have come to bear witness to the strength, courage, and wisdom we each have within us. In my work with individuals, couples , children and youth, I explore challenges, crisis, loss and struggle within the context of one’s interpersonal relationships.

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.

***OPEN FOR IN-PERSON IN VAUGHAN AND REMOTE THERAPY*** I believe that everyone is unique and exploring our inner world can help us appreciate this uniqueness. Our journey and the pain that we go through in our life make each of us special. I have helped individuals, couples and families to discover their pain and realize how it impacts themselves and their relationships. The new meaning and insight that we gain from this exploration helps us accept and love our unique selves, and build deeper relationships with our loved ones.

For many, therapy is sought out because of a crisis situation. It is difficult to live with feelings of anxiety, anger and despair. These feelings can affect your marriage, family, children and work life by creating conflict. It is my hope to restore a sense of calm during this time of self discovery and support you through life's challenges. I will offer you realistic, easy to use tools and strategies that can work to repair and enhance your relationships. Learn to set boundaries, repair and recover from infidelity, manage anger and build trust in a safe and compassionate environment.

***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.

Are you feeling lost? Isolated? A deepened sadness that no matter what you do, nothing seems to change it? Do you carry the weight of worry? Or struggle with loss? How about searching for meaning or a new direction in your life? If this resonates with you, therapy might be worth exploring! Choosing to begin therapy can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be when you have someone walking alongside of you on this road. My focus is to help individuals, couples , and families heal, focus on strengths, and work side by side to redefine their path and journey.

Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. It takes courage and strength to endure personal and emotional challenges and cope day to day. I want to commend you for arriving at the brave decision to explore the possibility of seeking professional assistance with certain challenges in your life. In doing so, you are taking a powerful step in acknowledging that change is possible and that you are the captain of your ship. It's perfectly okay to require and reach out for support while navigating the rough waters that life presents us. No one travels this journey alone. Questions about therapy and about what to expect? Please ask away.

I am a Registered Psychologist with over 25 years of experience, working with individuals, couples and families. I have worked extensively in the area of women’s mental health and trauma-informed therapy. My practice is geared towards people who are experiencing such issues as depression, anxiety, grief, low self esteem, and low self-confidence. Many of my clients seek help to deal with overwhelming emotions or negative beliefs, work or family stress, relationship problems, caretaking demands, major life changes, or are just feeling stuck. For some people, unresolved issues from the past are creating problems in the present.

Emotional issues of life events can preoccupy us or leave us feeling anxious, confused, angry or depressed. Are your feelings affecting work life balance, relationships or ability to cope with daily activities? People struggling to understand you or, you are experiencing difficulties in making sense of your own emotions? I work with teenagers, adults, couples and families providing therapeutic services for a wide range of mood related disorders to include depression, anxiety, substance abuse, family conflict, sexual abuse, bereavement, trauma, relationship difficulties and emotional distress related to motor vehicle accidents.

I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. I am here to help you navigate your emotions, untangle your thoughts and explore new ways of coping. In my years of experience, I have had the privilege of helping clients find their glimpses of hope and greatly improve their quality of life.

I have a Master's Degree in Psychology and I am a professional counselor with more than 10 years of experiences starting in Ukraine. I provide counseling services to couples and adolescents with relationship issues, such as conflicts, difficulties in building and maintaining relationships, parenting, marital and premarital fields.

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.

Hello, my name is Connie and I am an RP (qualifying) working at Dig A Little Deeper. I have certification and training in trauma-focused therapy, suicide prevention, and ADHD. My approach to therapy is rooted in my belief that the therapeutic alliance is foundational to successful treatment outcomes. I understand the importance of listening to clients from a culturally informed perspective, and a place of non-judgment and positive regard.

****NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS IN VAUGHAN/MISSISSAUGA AND PHONE/VIDEO**** "I am not what has happened to me; I am what I choose to become" -Carl Jung. If you are stuck in the “I wish things had been different” mode,” and feel like there is little hope for change in your life; therapy provides an avenue to be heard, to grieve, to discover acceptance, and create a new future right now, as we work together to formulate small but consistent steps in the present. I believe that each person is unique and brings individualized strengths and skills to forge new paths in their lives and in their relationships. Together, we can reach your goals.