Depression Therapists in Welland, ON
Do you struggle with feeling anxious, depressed, or have difficulty regulating your emotions?
My approach is grounded in evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), tailored to fit your unique needs. I also have advanced training and experience in treating trauma disorders using trauma-specific therapies.
Do you struggle with feeling anxious, depressed, or have difficulty regulating your emotions?
My approach is grounded in evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), tailored to fit your unique needs. I also have advanced training and experience in treating trauma disorders using trauma-specific therapies.
As a holistic Social Worker, I place a strong emphasis on the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual dimensions of wellness. I specialized in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders for women and their families. I also incorporate several therapeutic modalities including trauma-focused therapy to address the impacts of interpersonal, complex, racial, and intergenerational/multigenerational trauma. With compassion, honesty, warmth, and presence, I hold space and walk beside you on your healing journey.
As a holistic Social Worker, I place a strong emphasis on the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual dimensions of wellness. I specialized in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders for women and their families. I also incorporate several therapeutic modalities including trauma-focused therapy to address the impacts of interpersonal, complex, racial, and intergenerational/multigenerational trauma. With compassion, honesty, warmth, and presence, I hold space and walk beside you on your healing journey.
I work alongside individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, couple, parenting, family, grief and loss, effective communication, cultural differences, anger management, Christian counselling, stress, trauma, and work issues.
My passion for Psychotherapy is deeply rooted in my upbringing. As a child, I loved helping people around me and engaging in charitable activities. Few years ago I decided that I wanted to do more, by be apart of the change in people's lives. Over the years, I have had the pleasure of seeing couples and individuals explore and discovered their best selves. I work through a client-centered approach where my clients are able to actively take the lead during each therapy session, while I act mainly as a guide or a source of support for them. Together, we are able to develop new skills and achieve their therapeutic goals.
I work alongside individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, couple, parenting, family, grief and loss, effective communication, cultural differences, anger management, Christian counselling, stress, trauma, and work issues.
My passion for Psychotherapy is deeply rooted in my upbringing. As a child, I loved helping people around me and engaging in charitable activities. Few years ago I decided that I wanted to do more, by be apart of the change in people's lives. Over the years, I have had the pleasure of seeing couples and individuals explore and discovered their best selves. I work through a client-centered approach where my clients are able to actively take the lead during each therapy session, while I act mainly as a guide or a source of support for them. Together, we are able to develop new skills and achieve their therapeutic goals.
We help clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, trauma, addiction, relationship conflict, depression, stress, and low self-worth using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches.
We create therapy sessions that are tailored to your unique needs. In a safe, non-judgmental space, we specialize in addressing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, ADHD, grief, and attachment, to name a few. We are trained in CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, Grief Work, Play Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
We help clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, trauma, addiction, relationship conflict, depression, stress, and low self-worth using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches.
We create therapy sessions that are tailored to your unique needs. In a safe, non-judgmental space, we specialize in addressing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, ADHD, grief, and attachment, to name a few. We are trained in CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, Grief Work, Play Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
My strongest experience is with STRESS related issues manifesting in ANXIETY, Depression, OCD & Eating Disorders.
Have you found yourself wondering WHO am I? WHAT do I actually WANT? HOW do I GET it? I have superior experience helping those who desire to "up their game" in all areas. Nurturing a new healthy relationship to self also supports effective connections to the outside world (relationships, work). Learn to drop FEAR & become a CALMER more PRODUCTIVE you.
My strongest experience is with STRESS related issues manifesting in ANXIETY, Depression, OCD & Eating Disorders.
Have you found yourself wondering WHO am I? WHAT do I actually WANT? HOW do I GET it? I have superior experience helping those who desire to "up their game" in all areas. Nurturing a new healthy relationship to self also supports effective connections to the outside world (relationships, work). Learn to drop FEAR & become a CALMER more PRODUCTIVE you.
Are you overwhelmed by your emotions, stuck in patterns you keep repeating, or you react in ways that do not fully make sense to you? Have anxiety, past experiences, a difficult psychedelic experience, relationship struggles, or burnout been making it hard to stay grounded and connected. I work with adults who want to better understand themselves and create lasting change, not just manage symptoms. I also help adults make sense of their psychedelic experience. Together we will gently explore the deeper roots of what you are carrying so you can feel calmer, more confident, and more in control of your life and relationships.
Are you overwhelmed by your emotions, stuck in patterns you keep repeating, or you react in ways that do not fully make sense to you? Have anxiety, past experiences, a difficult psychedelic experience, relationship struggles, or burnout been making it hard to stay grounded and connected. I work with adults who want to better understand themselves and create lasting change, not just manage symptoms. I also help adults make sense of their psychedelic experience. Together we will gently explore the deeper roots of what you are carrying so you can feel calmer, more confident, and more in control of your life and relationships.
Are you struggling with past or current trauma, or finding it challenging to navigate significant life transitions? These experiences can feel overwhelming and isolating, but you don’t have to face them alone. I specialize in supporting individuals who are dealing with trauma and adjusting to major life changes. Whether you’re grappling with the aftermath of a difficult experience or finding it hard to adapt to new circumstances, I am here to provide a compassionate and understanding space for you. Together, we can work through your experiences, uncover new perspectives, and develop strategies to help you move forward.
Are you struggling with past or current trauma, or finding it challenging to navigate significant life transitions? These experiences can feel overwhelming and isolating, but you don’t have to face them alone. I specialize in supporting individuals who are dealing with trauma and adjusting to major life changes. Whether you’re grappling with the aftermath of a difficult experience or finding it hard to adapt to new circumstances, I am here to provide a compassionate and understanding space for you. Together, we can work through your experiences, uncover new perspectives, and develop strategies to help you move forward.
Having worked in renowned teaching hospitals (in Toronto, London, UK & Edinburgh) & private practice with physical, emotional, sexual & childhood trauma; PTSD; depression/anxiety & with clients who just feel "stuck" my education includes psychotherapy; OT; EMDR; IFS & Somatics.
By being here, reading this, you've already taken a positive step on your healing path & I'd be honoured to "walk" with you, supporting your journey to emotional health!
With 40 years of experience in a range of both cutting-edge & "tried & true" modalities, I'm committed to & passionate about providing compassionate therapy & trauma support that works. Weaving my international experience in neuroscience-based treatments; Gestalt & Existential Therapies; Somatics; CBT; IFS & EMDR to tailor sessions to meet YOUR unique needs. My heart is open to recognising & supporting cultural, racial & gender differences.
Having worked in renowned teaching hospitals (in Toronto, London, UK & Edinburgh) & private practice with physical, emotional, sexual & childhood trauma; PTSD; depression/anxiety & with clients who just feel "stuck" my education includes psychotherapy; OT; EMDR; IFS & Somatics.
By being here, reading this, you've already taken a positive step on your healing path & I'd be honoured to "walk" with you, supporting your journey to emotional health!
With 40 years of experience in a range of both cutting-edge & "tried & true" modalities, I'm committed to & passionate about providing compassionate therapy & trauma support that works. Weaving my international experience in neuroscience-based treatments; Gestalt & Existential Therapies; Somatics; CBT; IFS & EMDR to tailor sessions to meet YOUR unique needs. My heart is open to recognising & supporting cultural, racial & gender differences.
Coming to the realization that reaching out for help is necessary, can be both cathartic and scary. Choosing a counsellor also has its challenges of being the right one. A positive therapeutic bond,or fit with a counsellor,can affect the outcome of the experience. It has been my privilege to help thousands of individuals, couples and groups throughout my lengthy career of 33+ years in Child Welfare, private practise and university settings. I have learned that although we share human experiences our uniqueness sets us apart from others. I treat my clients respectfully, with care and unconditional positive regard and advocacy.
Coming to the realization that reaching out for help is necessary, can be both cathartic and scary. Choosing a counsellor also has its challenges of being the right one. A positive therapeutic bond,or fit with a counsellor,can affect the outcome of the experience. It has been my privilege to help thousands of individuals, couples and groups throughout my lengthy career of 33+ years in Child Welfare, private practise and university settings. I have learned that although we share human experiences our uniqueness sets us apart from others. I treat my clients respectfully, with care and unconditional positive regard and advocacy.
I help clients heal from trauma, manage anxiety or depression, and build stronger relationships.
I have worked as a clinician for over 30 years. I am an Advanced Clinical Supervisor for therapists and several community agencies. I am a clinical traumatologist with advanced trauma training and expanded clinical experience in providing therapy for many unique issues for families, couples, and individuals. As an instructor at Laurier University in the Professional Development Department in the School of Social Work, I also train professional therapists in advanced trauma, mental health and addiction therapeutic clinical models and approaches. Our agency provides empathetic yet effective therapeutic approaches to self-growth.
I help clients heal from trauma, manage anxiety or depression, and build stronger relationships.
I have worked as a clinician for over 30 years. I am an Advanced Clinical Supervisor for therapists and several community agencies. I am a clinical traumatologist with advanced trauma training and expanded clinical experience in providing therapy for many unique issues for families, couples, and individuals. As an instructor at Laurier University in the Professional Development Department in the School of Social Work, I also train professional therapists in advanced trauma, mental health and addiction therapeutic clinical models and approaches. Our agency provides empathetic yet effective therapeutic approaches to self-growth.
Taking the step to talk to a therapist can be difficult, but if you find yourself contemplating this, I would encourage you to take the next step and reach out. It is not easy to go through difficult times on your own and having an experienced therapist to help guide you, provide you with alternative perspectives, develop coping strategies, or challenge you in your thoughts or behaviour patterns can really help to gain some ground in feeling better and working through life’s hard times. I am an experienced therapist with over twenty-five years experience working with people in a variety of situations.
Taking the step to talk to a therapist can be difficult, but if you find yourself contemplating this, I would encourage you to take the next step and reach out. It is not easy to go through difficult times on your own and having an experienced therapist to help guide you, provide you with alternative perspectives, develop coping strategies, or challenge you in your thoughts or behaviour patterns can really help to gain some ground in feeling better and working through life’s hard times. I am an experienced therapist with over twenty-five years experience working with people in a variety of situations.
Whether you're dealing with academic or situational stress, shifting relationships, or just trying to figure out "what's next," I'm here to offer a supportive space and skills to navigate the process. I believe understanding how past experiences (especially those from childhood) have shaped your present-day struggles is key to finding relief and lasting change. In addition to working with adults, I have a deep passion for working with children, youth, and young adults as they venture through the fast-paced, demanding, and often confusing world we live in.
Whether you're dealing with academic or situational stress, shifting relationships, or just trying to figure out "what's next," I'm here to offer a supportive space and skills to navigate the process. I believe understanding how past experiences (especially those from childhood) have shaped your present-day struggles is key to finding relief and lasting change. In addition to working with adults, I have a deep passion for working with children, youth, and young adults as they venture through the fast-paced, demanding, and often confusing world we live in.
Therapy with me is warm, conversational, and collaborative. You’ll have space to reflect, but I’ll also be there to challenge and guide you. I take an eclectic and compassionate approach to therapy, drawing from psychodynamic theory, cognitive-behavioral techniques, person-centered principles, and mindfulness practices.
I adore working with individuals who are willing to reflect and explore the roots of their challenges!
Therapy with me is warm, conversational, and collaborative. You’ll have space to reflect, but I’ll also be there to challenge and guide you. I take an eclectic and compassionate approach to therapy, drawing from psychodynamic theory, cognitive-behavioral techniques, person-centered principles, and mindfulness practices.
I adore working with individuals who are willing to reflect and explore the roots of their challenges!
Everyone needs help sometimes — and reaching out is a sign of strength. I am here to support you. Individual therapy can inspire growth, create meaningful change, and improve the overall quality of your life. While therapy may not make problems disappear entirely, it equips you with the tools and strategies needed to cope with challenges more confidently, effectively, and in healthier ways.
Everyone needs help sometimes — and reaching out is a sign of strength. I am here to support you. Individual therapy can inspire growth, create meaningful change, and improve the overall quality of your life. While therapy may not make problems disappear entirely, it equips you with the tools and strategies needed to cope with challenges more confidently, effectively, and in healthier ways.
I am a therapist dedicated to supporting women and adolescents as they navigate emotional dysregulation, chronic stress, anxiety, depression, and the behavioural challenges that often accompany these experiences.
My approach is rooted in the belief that each person’s experience is unique. I draw on a range of evidence-based practices—such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused and Strengths-Based approaches—while always working from an anti-oppressive and trauma-informed lens. My goal is to support you or your
I am a therapist dedicated to supporting women and adolescents as they navigate emotional dysregulation, chronic stress, anxiety, depression, and the behavioural challenges that often accompany these experiences.
My approach is rooted in the belief that each person’s experience is unique. I draw on a range of evidence-based practices—such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused and Strengths-Based approaches—while always working from an anti-oppressive and trauma-informed lens. My goal is to support you or your
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or struggling with the impact of past experiences, I’m here to help.
Using a mind-body approach, I help clients understand how emotional pain can manifest physically and guide them toward holistic healing—mentally, emotionally, and physically. Together, we’ll focus on managing anxiety and reducing overwhelm; building resilience, or moving forward with whatever it is that has you "stuck" and unable to live a fulfilling life.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or struggling with the impact of past experiences, I’m here to help.
Using a mind-body approach, I help clients understand how emotional pain can manifest physically and guide them toward holistic healing—mentally, emotionally, and physically. Together, we’ll focus on managing anxiety and reducing overwhelm; building resilience, or moving forward with whatever it is that has you "stuck" and unable to live a fulfilling life.
My specializations are: Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Criminogenic behavior.
I love people. I rejoice with them when they do well and "hold their hand" in support when they struggle through various and varying challenges of life. Life happens, and it happens to everyone, including me. However, we each have different baselines at which we manage stressful situations. It is during these tough times you need a listening ear and someone trained and experienced to guide you through this turbulence. This is who I am; this is what I do. I believe in treating the holistic person, mentally, emotionally, physiologically and spiritually.
My specializations are: Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Criminogenic behavior.
I love people. I rejoice with them when they do well and "hold their hand" in support when they struggle through various and varying challenges of life. Life happens, and it happens to everyone, including me. However, we each have different baselines at which we manage stressful situations. It is during these tough times you need a listening ear and someone trained and experienced to guide you through this turbulence. This is who I am; this is what I do. I believe in treating the holistic person, mentally, emotionally, physiologically and spiritually.
Together, we can tackle complex mental health challenges, anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-harm, trauma, behavioural challenges, and parent work.
My practice is centered around your goals for change and well-being. We will utilize assessment and evidence-based therapeutic approaches in our work together. Our collaborative treatment plan will ensure we are aligned and effective in addressing your goals and challenges. I often utilize DBT, CBT, Emotion-Focused, IFS, and narrative approaches in sessions.
Together, we can tackle complex mental health challenges, anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-harm, trauma, behavioural challenges, and parent work.
My practice is centered around your goals for change and well-being. We will utilize assessment and evidence-based therapeutic approaches in our work together. Our collaborative treatment plan will ensure we are aligned and effective in addressing your goals and challenges. I often utilize DBT, CBT, Emotion-Focused, IFS, and narrative approaches in sessions.
Accepting new clients for in-person sessions in Welland, walking sessions throughout Niagara, and virtual or phone sessions across Ontario. You may be feeling overwhelmed by relationship challenges, life transitions, family dynamics, grief, anxiety, or a sense that you’ve lost yourself. Therapy offers a space to make sense of what is underneath the surface. Perhaps you find yourself repeating the same patterns or feeling disconnected from who you are and what you need. Together, we’ll work toward greater self-awareness, authenticity, emotional well-being, and more meaningful connections in your life and relationships.
Accepting new clients for in-person sessions in Welland, walking sessions throughout Niagara, and virtual or phone sessions across Ontario. You may be feeling overwhelmed by relationship challenges, life transitions, family dynamics, grief, anxiety, or a sense that you’ve lost yourself. Therapy offers a space to make sense of what is underneath the surface. Perhaps you find yourself repeating the same patterns or feeling disconnected from who you are and what you need. Together, we’ll work toward greater self-awareness, authenticity, emotional well-being, and more meaningful connections in your life and relationships.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of yourself? I support teens and adults who want a space where they feel understood, safe, and not judged. My style is warm, affirming, and down-to-earth. I help you slow things down, make sense of your emotions, and navigate identity, relationships, school & work stress, or challenging life experiences. If you’re looking for a therapist who is honest, compassionate, and on your side, I’d be honoured to support you.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of yourself? I support teens and adults who want a space where they feel understood, safe, and not judged. My style is warm, affirming, and down-to-earth. I help you slow things down, make sense of your emotions, and navigate identity, relationships, school & work stress, or challenging life experiences. If you’re looking for a therapist who is honest, compassionate, and on your side, I’d be honoured to support you.
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Depression Counsellors
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.