Therapists for Adults in Warkworth, ON
Anxiety, intrusive thoughts, & emotion challenges can be isolating, leading to feelings of shame & secrecy. Everyday "normal" functions may feel tough. Things as necessary as eating, moving, & relationships may feel overwhelming. At times your nervous system may feel hijacked & you react in unintended or even harmful ways. Your inner world feels chaotic, while those outside say "it's all in your head". Trauma informed therapy recognizes that you are not your symptoms/coping/survival strategies, but you can take responsibility for them. Your system learned this & with care & effort, can unlearn this, for you and your relationships.
Anxiety, intrusive thoughts, & emotion challenges can be isolating, leading to feelings of shame & secrecy. Everyday "normal" functions may feel tough. Things as necessary as eating, moving, & relationships may feel overwhelming. At times your nervous system may feel hijacked & you react in unintended or even harmful ways. Your inner world feels chaotic, while those outside say "it's all in your head". Trauma informed therapy recognizes that you are not your symptoms/coping/survival strategies, but you can take responsibility for them. Your system learned this & with care & effort, can unlearn this, for you and your relationships.
Typically I work with clients that want to improve their mental wellness and wellbeing through creativity. You and I together choose specific art activities that are clinically proven to be helpful with your specific concerns that you might enjoy and we explore what is helpful and find creative strategies to support improving your mental and physical well being. Art therapy for wellness is a creative journey between you and I, and also your own relationship with yourself to discover what may be helpful through creativity.
Typically I work with clients that want to improve their mental wellness and wellbeing through creativity. You and I together choose specific art activities that are clinically proven to be helpful with your specific concerns that you might enjoy and we explore what is helpful and find creative strategies to support improving your mental and physical well being. Art therapy for wellness is a creative journey between you and I, and also your own relationship with yourself to discover what may be helpful through creativity.
Life transitions, workplace stress, & chronic caregiving roles can result in feeling overwehlmed, exhausted, & disconnected from self. Many of the people I work with are nurses, caregivers, First responders and individuals navigating significant life shifts, including menopause, career challenges & recovery from psychologically unsafe work environments.
I am BRIA menopause mental health certified which allows me to support individuals manage the cognitive, emotional & relational changes.
I also provide agriculturally informed care recognizing the unique stressors of those living in rural & farming communities.
Life transitions, workplace stress, & chronic caregiving roles can result in feeling overwehlmed, exhausted, & disconnected from self. Many of the people I work with are nurses, caregivers, First responders and individuals navigating significant life shifts, including menopause, career challenges & recovery from psychologically unsafe work environments.
I am BRIA menopause mental health certified which allows me to support individuals manage the cognitive, emotional & relational changes.
I also provide agriculturally informed care recognizing the unique stressors of those living in rural & farming communities.
I am a warm and empathetic individual, committed to providing a safe therapeutic environment that allows for self-exploration. My approach is authentic, collaborative and supportive. Through a client-centered approach we work together in the here-and-now to explore thoughts, feelings, life experiences and ways of relating that may be outside your awareness that contribute to the difficulties you currently face. My aim is to increase self-awareness and enable clients to enhance their sense of balance and wellbeing.
I am a warm and empathetic individual, committed to providing a safe therapeutic environment that allows for self-exploration. My approach is authentic, collaborative and supportive. Through a client-centered approach we work together in the here-and-now to explore thoughts, feelings, life experiences and ways of relating that may be outside your awareness that contribute to the difficulties you currently face. My aim is to increase self-awareness and enable clients to enhance their sense of balance and wellbeing.
Sometimes you may feel inner turmoil or turbulence. You don't find peace within yourself. You think this is the end of the world. You don't see the glimmer of new hope. Accepting what lies ahead can be challenging. You may already know that using your inner strength to move forward and grow is important. However, right now, you might not feel capable. Seeking recovery in the present may still feel difficult. Perhaps I can help! Let me be a calming presence during this challenging time. Let’s create peace together. Let’s explore new opportunities. You are not alone!
Sometimes you may feel inner turmoil or turbulence. You don't find peace within yourself. You think this is the end of the world. You don't see the glimmer of new hope. Accepting what lies ahead can be challenging. You may already know that using your inner strength to move forward and grow is important. However, right now, you might not feel capable. Seeking recovery in the present may still feel difficult. Perhaps I can help! Let me be a calming presence during this challenging time. Let’s create peace together. Let’s explore new opportunities. You are not alone!
Life is a struggle these days as we try to recover from a deadly pandemic. Is therapy the right thing? Do you have trouble dealing with your emotions or do you struggle with stress, depression, anxiety, panic. Do you feel isolated or are you worrying more than others. I use various approaches in my treatment such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness, Spiritual health therapy. Often we want to talk to someone, who can help us, move past the struggles and difficulties hindering you, from moving forward ,help is here , don't hesitate to reach out for therapy.
Life is a struggle these days as we try to recover from a deadly pandemic. Is therapy the right thing? Do you have trouble dealing with your emotions or do you struggle with stress, depression, anxiety, panic. Do you feel isolated or are you worrying more than others. I use various approaches in my treatment such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness, Spiritual health therapy. Often we want to talk to someone, who can help us, move past the struggles and difficulties hindering you, from moving forward ,help is here , don't hesitate to reach out for therapy.
Heather Gordon
Registered Social Worker, EdD, MSW, RSW, PMP
Warkworth, ON K0K
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling stressed? overwhelmed? anxious or depressed? Let’s talk and find out what is the best path to improve your wellness. You have made the first step by being here. My approach focuses on all facets of an individuals’ life, health, history, and current needs. I am a social worker with over 20 years’ experience helping diverse populations with varying psycho-social issues that promote health and wellness. With strength based and dynamic interpersonal approaches I aim to understand each client’s unique experiences and needs. You are the expert in your life, and it will be a privilege to assist in your Wellness Journey.
Are you feeling stressed? overwhelmed? anxious or depressed? Let’s talk and find out what is the best path to improve your wellness. You have made the first step by being here. My approach focuses on all facets of an individuals’ life, health, history, and current needs. I am a social worker with over 20 years’ experience helping diverse populations with varying psycho-social issues that promote health and wellness. With strength based and dynamic interpersonal approaches I aim to understand each client’s unique experiences and needs. You are the expert in your life, and it will be a privilege to assist in your Wellness Journey.
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I work alongside folks from all walks of life who are navigating concerns of anxiety, depression, relationships, and other challenges resulting from life experiences and daily stressors. With a trauma-informed perspective, I recognize these challenges as survival responses. Central to my practice is an understanding that every therapeutic relationship is unique unto itself. Together, we will co-create a compassionate, safe(er) space for sharing, and facilitating curiosity to support you in moving toward the life that you want for yourself.
Currently accepting new clients.
I work alongside folks from all walks of life who are navigating concerns of anxiety, depression, relationships, and other challenges resulting from life experiences and daily stressors. With a trauma-informed perspective, I recognize these challenges as survival responses. Central to my practice is an understanding that every therapeutic relationship is unique unto itself. Together, we will co-create a compassionate, safe(er) space for sharing, and facilitating curiosity to support you in moving toward the life that you want for yourself.
I work with adults who feel overwhelmed by the constant effort of keeping up.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck? You might be managing on the surface, but underneath, there’s a constant mental load that’s hard to organize. You may find yourself overthinking, struggling to follow through, questioning your direction, your work, or even how you see yourself.
I approach support through a creative, therapeutic lens, using visual processes to help you externalize feelings, thoughts, plans, and experiences. When you're holding it all in your head, it can feel overwhelming and hard to act on. This isn't about forcing productivity or adding more pressure. It’s about creating something that fits you.
I work with adults who feel overwhelmed by the constant effort of keeping up.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck? You might be managing on the surface, but underneath, there’s a constant mental load that’s hard to organize. You may find yourself overthinking, struggling to follow through, questioning your direction, your work, or even how you see yourself.
I approach support through a creative, therapeutic lens, using visual processes to help you externalize feelings, thoughts, plans, and experiences. When you're holding it all in your head, it can feel overwhelming and hard to act on. This isn't about forcing productivity or adding more pressure. It’s about creating something that fits you.
Whatever you're dealing with, from a major life transition to the small, messy bits in between, my practice is a place for adults to find a path forward.
I provide therapy for adults 18+ experiencing anxiety, ADHD, trauma, grief, and life transitions. Using evidence-based approaches, I help clients develop practical strategies, emotional resilience, and greater self-understanding to create positive and lasting change.
Whatever you're dealing with, from a major life transition to the small, messy bits in between, my practice is a place for adults to find a path forward.
I provide therapy for adults 18+ experiencing anxiety, ADHD, trauma, grief, and life transitions. Using evidence-based approaches, I help clients develop practical strategies, emotional resilience, and greater self-understanding to create positive and lasting change.
Natasha Sudenis | Anxiety, OCD, & Eating
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I believe in specialized care, not just good intentions. My practice is devoted to the treatment of anxiety, worry, OCD, eating disorders and more. I use evidence-based approaches like ERP, CBT, and ACT, and my training includes extensive post-graduate education and participation in specialized workshops, as well as supervision with senior clinicians in the field. Beyond this, I provide support for body dysmorphia, chronic pain & illness, depression, perfectionism & trauma. Much of my work focuses on patterns of rumination, doubt, compulsions, and avoidance that keep people feeling stuck.
I believe in specialized care, not just good intentions. My practice is devoted to the treatment of anxiety, worry, OCD, eating disorders and more. I use evidence-based approaches like ERP, CBT, and ACT, and my training includes extensive post-graduate education and participation in specialized workshops, as well as supervision with senior clinicians in the field. Beyond this, I provide support for body dysmorphia, chronic pain & illness, depression, perfectionism & trauma. Much of my work focuses on patterns of rumination, doubt, compulsions, and avoidance that keep people feeling stuck.
Are you are a woman who's strong, capable, and appears to have it all “together” — but internally you feel overextended, or unseen in your relationships.
Many women I work with are highly capable, and independent. But the qualities that help them be successful at work are killing their relationships. At home you might have the impulse to continue making all the decisions on your own, you're afraid to let go of control and unable to rest.
This is not a character flaw. It is a nervous system shaped by attachment experiences and a mind shaped by beliefs and misconceptions about the opposite sex.
Are you are a woman who's strong, capable, and appears to have it all “together” — but internally you feel overextended, or unseen in your relationships.
Many women I work with are highly capable, and independent. But the qualities that help them be successful at work are killing their relationships. At home you might have the impulse to continue making all the decisions on your own, you're afraid to let go of control and unable to rest.
This is not a character flaw. It is a nervous system shaped by attachment experiences and a mind shaped by beliefs and misconceptions about the opposite sex.
"Does anyone know where the love of God goes~When the waves turn the minutes to hours?" [Gordon Lightfoot]...Peoples' curiosity and courage are natural resources & forces that amplify therapy process and results. After years of experience, I am convinced that the most powerful tools for recovery are CBT, DBT (cognitive & dialectical behaviour therapy), EMDR and cardio-emotive feedback therapy... All are founded on the latest scientific findings on the neurobiology of attachment and "heart/brain" treatments. Along with time-tested healing traditions, together we can activate your innate instinct & privilege to become whole and connect meaningfully with others .
"Does anyone know where the love of God goes~When the waves turn the minutes to hours?" [Gordon Lightfoot]...Peoples' curiosity and courage are natural resources & forces that amplify therapy process and results. After years of experience, I am convinced that the most powerful tools for recovery are CBT, DBT (cognitive & dialectical behaviour therapy), EMDR and cardio-emotive feedback therapy... All are founded on the latest scientific findings on the neurobiology of attachment and "heart/brain" treatments. Along with time-tested healing traditions, together we can activate your innate instinct & privilege to become whole and connect meaningfully with others .
I provide psychoeducational and psychological assessments for children, adolescents, and adults.
I served as Chief Psychologist for Ontario’s Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch (PDSB), supporting schools for severe learning disabilities, schools for the Deaf, and the school for the Blind. I was an APLOS member and on the LD-identification subcommittee. Prior, I worked in Chicago hospitals, Gallaudet University, and Columbia College Chicago.
I provide psychoeducational and psychological assessments for children, adolescents, and adults.
I served as Chief Psychologist for Ontario’s Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch (PDSB), supporting schools for severe learning disabilities, schools for the Deaf, and the school for the Blind. I was an APLOS member and on the LD-identification subcommittee. Prior, I worked in Chicago hospitals, Gallaudet University, and Columbia College Chicago.
I also support individuals diagnosed with Adult ADHD.
My approach to therapy is grounded in trust, empathy, flexibility, cultural sensitivity, optimism, and self-awareness. I work collaboratively with clients to facilitate change, striving to empower them by recognizing their strengths and resilience. Together, we improve cognitive and emotional skills to effectively cope with various life challenges.
I also support individuals diagnosed with Adult ADHD.
My approach to therapy is grounded in trust, empathy, flexibility, cultural sensitivity, optimism, and self-awareness. I work collaboratively with clients to facilitate change, striving to empower them by recognizing their strengths and resilience. Together, we improve cognitive and emotional skills to effectively cope with various life challenges.
Using EMDR and play therapy approaches, I work together to help children, youth, and adults process difficult experiences, build emotional regulation skills, and strengthen resilience.
Everyone deserves a safe space to feel heard, understood, and supported through life’s ups and downs. I support children, teens, women, and families through life’s challenging seasons with a compassionate, down-to-earth approach. Using EMDR therapy, I help clients process difficult experiences, reduce feelings of overwhelm, and build emotional resilience. Through play therapy, children can express themselves in ways that feel safe, natural, and comfortable while developing nervous system regulation skills.
Using EMDR and play therapy approaches, I work together to help children, youth, and adults process difficult experiences, build emotional regulation skills, and strengthen resilience.
Everyone deserves a safe space to feel heard, understood, and supported through life’s ups and downs. I support children, teens, women, and families through life’s challenging seasons with a compassionate, down-to-earth approach. Using EMDR therapy, I help clients process difficult experiences, reduce feelings of overwhelm, and build emotional resilience. Through play therapy, children can express themselves in ways that feel safe, natural, and comfortable while developing nervous system regulation skills.
Helping You Navigate Life’s Challenges: I work with individuals who feel stuck, uncertain about their next steps, or overwhelmed by life’s obstacles. Whether you're navigating a major life transition or dealing with stress, trauma, or emotional struggles, therapy can be a powerful tool for change and growth.
Together, we’ll explore areas of challenge and opportunity to improve your life satisfaction, communication, emotional expression, and address behaviours that may be holding you back.
Helping You Navigate Life’s Challenges: I work with individuals who feel stuck, uncertain about their next steps, or overwhelmed by life’s obstacles. Whether you're navigating a major life transition or dealing with stress, trauma, or emotional struggles, therapy can be a powerful tool for change and growth.
Together, we’ll explore areas of challenge and opportunity to improve your life satisfaction, communication, emotional expression, and address behaviours that may be holding you back.
I am a PhD psychotherapist, university professor and researcher. I have a wholistic understanding of the links between our mental and physical health through my work in primary healthcare. I live and work within anti-oppressive and anti-racist understandings. I know that just about every aspect of our health can be impacted by our relationships, our work and the community systems that we live in. I strive to create a safe holding space to help you to navigate life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, and post-traumatic responses.
I am a PhD psychotherapist, university professor and researcher. I have a wholistic understanding of the links between our mental and physical health through my work in primary healthcare. I live and work within anti-oppressive and anti-racist understandings. I know that just about every aspect of our health can be impacted by our relationships, our work and the community systems that we live in. I strive to create a safe holding space to help you to navigate life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, and post-traumatic responses.
Have you been searching for a therapist who offers a space free of judgement, where you feel heard and understood? It is my goal to provide you with compassion and respect. I recognize the courage it takes to reach out for support, and truly feel it is a privilege to sit with you along your journey.
Have you been searching for a therapist who offers a space free of judgement, where you feel heard and understood? It is my goal to provide you with compassion and respect. I recognize the courage it takes to reach out for support, and truly feel it is a privilege to sit with you along your journey.
I work with adult women (often in the helping professions) who are experiencing burnout, stress, anxiety, exhaustion, unhappiness, and resentment, at work and in their personal relationships.
I also provide Clinical Supervision to psychotherapists across a range of client issues. Supervision includes clinical consultation for individual client work, professional mentoring, growing your practice, policy and administration, and navigating ethical concerns. I also see psychotherapists for their own personal therapy.
I work with adult women (often in the helping professions) who are experiencing burnout, stress, anxiety, exhaustion, unhappiness, and resentment, at work and in their personal relationships.
I also provide Clinical Supervision to psychotherapists across a range of client issues. Supervision includes clinical consultation for individual client work, professional mentoring, growing your practice, policy and administration, and navigating ethical concerns. I also see psychotherapists for their own personal therapy.
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Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioural therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists in Canada hold various licenses depending on their training and provincial requirements. Common therapy credentials include Registered Social Workers (RSW), Registered Psychotherapists, and Certified Canadian Counsellors (CCC). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.