Canada Life | Great-West Life Therapists in Whitby, ON

Are you struggling with your identity? Have you been told “you are not good enough?” Do you struggle with Stress and Anxiety? I am here to help. I am a Registered and certified Psychotherapist. Intuitive, emphatic & understanding. My belief is that a good therapist is a curious, empathetic listener, compassionate and a problem solver. My goal is to help individuals, couples and families find relief from emotional distress, and help them with the building blocks to structure the lives they want. I Specialize in trauma, relationship issues, couples and family counselling, Depression, PTSD, grief and anxiety, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum.

Are you struggling with anxiety, addiction, grief, or depression? Have you experienced trauma or abuse? Are you a first responder or front-line worker who is exposed to long-term stress? The difficulties that we experience in life directly impact our ability to thrive. Taking the first steps to heal are difficult - I am here to help.

The struggles we experience in life do not define us. You have unique abilities within you that can be fostered to bring about the wonderful life you deserve to live. Everything that you have gone through and things happening today can become overwhelming and out of control, but the story of your life does not have to get stuck there. We can work together to make the unique changes you need in your healing journey. You have landed on this page with hope and we can actualize that into the reality you are seeking for your life to be.

Do you struggle with a challenging relationship, loss of a sense of self, or changes in your life that are affecting your day-to-day life and relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or lost just getting through the day? Do you hope that your relationship with self and others in your life could be improved? Now more than ever, humans are feeling anxious and uncertain about the overall struggle with overcoming difficult relationships and finding their purpose in life. I am committed to offering support to adolescents & adults experiencing symptoms related to anxiety, stress, depression, relationships, grief, and much more.

Do you often wonder why you continue to feel like you're losing yourself and not living your best life? Do you think you're not being heard, seen, or understood when facing challenges? Are you asking many questions but still need clarification or guidance on direction? If so, I invite you to a calm, relaxing, and non-judgmental space where you can unpack your stressors and begin to heal. I am committed to my client's success and believe in their full potential. I am patient and listen with understanding, addressing the impact of intergenerational trauma and applying culturally sensitive approaches to increase awareness.

Many of the problems we experience in life can be traced back to parts of ourself that are wounded or not properly integrated. I help you to reflect and make sense of your experience, and to work through areas of your life that bring discomfort. In moving through these discomforts/stuck areas in a new way, you release these wounds, become free from their grasp & move into more aligned, embodied & authentic living. We cannot fully integrate (become whole in our life) unless we heal and integrate all parts (this includes shadow work, healing parental and childhood wounds, ego work, sacred sexuality, reprogramming belief systems).

Im a PTSD specialist and I specialize with First Responders and Military Personal, active or veterans. I practice Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Reconsolidation Therapy that treats PTSD in 6 sessions

You have likely encountered some challenging times recently, or else you wouldn’t be here. Feeling stuck and not knowing how to move forward? You may not know where that journey will take you, but I can help be your personal guide. I believe my main role is to help observe and facilitate your personal journey. Imagine a life of clarity, love and freedom from the negative thoughts or emotions that fill your head and binds you. Imagine waking up every day feeling in control of whatever might come your way; knowing that you have the internal strength to deal with and manage it. Imagine being the best version of YOU.

Are you or your teenager struggling with anxiety, depression, or borderline personality disorder? Have you been drinking or abusing drugs in an effort to self-medicate? Do you need help managing stress, chronic pain, or the effects of trauma? You can identify the emotions that are holding you back and learn to cope successfully. If you need help recovering from difficult childhood experiences, sexual abuse, or other forms of trauma, contact me to get the help that you or your child need. Together, we will work on building your strengths, gaining insights, and building the coping skills that help you build a better life.

With over 20 years of experience working with substance use, mental health and other difficulties, I can help you focus on building awareness, self-reflection, and self control. I have journeyed with people who have struggled in anxiety, depression and post postpartum depression, substance use, codependency, borderline personality, obsession, and grief.

Greetings! My approach is centered around your individualized, holistic well-being, which celebrates your strengths and special qualities. Whether you are battling interpersonal challenges, intergenerational or other traumas, attachment injuries, identity crises, anxiety, or self-doubt, I am here to help. My goal is to empower and build your resilience through various interventions while gently guiding you towards achieving your goals and enhancing your self-awareness and coping skills. Together, we will enrich your toolkit and support you in navigating intense emotions.

As your therapist, I will guide you through your own journey with your mental health. I hope to improve your quality of life, better your relationship with yourself, and be there for you when you need me. I focus on managing stress, reducing symptoms of anxiety, regulating your nervous system, increasing your self-awareness, processing trauma and emotional pain, and working through shame and self-criticism. I tailor each session to your goals and needs and even make custom handouts to better support & guide you. If these are not your goals for therapy and you simply just want to talk I'm here for that too!

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. Our goal at Head Family counseling Center is to continue successfully helping clients experience real life. We offer professional, confidential and affordable counseling in person, online or by phone. We offer appointments during mornings afternoons, and evenings. Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. We look forward to working with you! www.headfamilycounseling.com.

Taking the first step to beginning therapy can be intimidating and challenging. I understand this and want to make therapy as safe, comfortable and welcoming as possible for you. I believe in meeting my clients at whichever stage they are currently at in their mental health journey and working together to find a way to make therapy most useful to them. I work with my clients to help them overcome hardships relating to depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, life transitions and addictions.

L’équilibre dans la vie est quelque chose que nous recherchons . Cependant, il est n’est pas toujours facile de le trouver et parfois on a besoin d’un peu d’aide pour y arriver. Mon rôle est de vous appuyer tout au long de ce chemin durant lequel pour pourrez non seulement trouver une meilleure façon de comprendre vos émotions et vos expériences. Je travaille depuis plusieurs années avec des familles au niveau des besoins en santé mentale mais surtout des questions liées a la culture, la stigmatisation et l’equite. Mon approche est sensible à la culture et axee sur le bien- être. Vous n'etes pas seul.

"There is something wrong with me" is usually where people begin to seek therapy. I take that phrase and propose an alternate perspective. People are not problems to be fixed but beings to be known. Pain, grief, frustration, anger, sadness, anxiety, depression and many other issues that are brought to the therapy room are better addressed when better understood. I choose to take on an integrative and holistic approach to therapy which gives each person the freedom to explore the many different facets of who they are that contribute to the concerns they present.

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENT'S* I am so glad you are here and putting forth your needs first or maybe you are here because your friend or family member needs support or you are just tired of feeling this ‘Numb’ feeling and you want some answers as to “Why are you feeling this way? or asking yourself “Why don’t I feel happy or sad anymore?”, “Why am I like this?”, What is wrong with me? If I have made you question yourself right now then you are in the right place with the right person. As your therapist, I will help you explore all these feelings and will support you for your Mindful Comeback starting at your own pace.

Everyone has a compelling narrative for where they are now, at this moment. Hence, we commit to creating a safe, collaborative environment in which you can evaluate your needs and take the steps needed to see desired change and outcome. Working from a client-centred perspective allows us to build on your strength and support you to make meaning of your situation. At HCS, we firmly believe that good relationships are the product of conscious personal investments in our lives and our significant others. By focusing on meaningful connections, we are empowered to give and receive love and compassion.

Navigating the complexities of life can feel overwhelming and I want you to know that you don’t have to navigate them alone. I am committed to offering support to adolescents and adults experiencing symptoms related to anxiety, stress, depression, relationship concerns, grief, life transitions and/or self-esteem. My intention is to offer you a compassionate and non-judgmental space where it feels safe to navigate self-discovery, focusing on what you can do create a fulfilling and meaningful life. We will work toward developing a strong sense of self, building self-compassion and resiliency, and effective coping strategies.