Chronic Pain Therapists in Whitby, ON
Now booking for Aug and Sept 2026. I'm so looking forward to meeting you! My life has been centered around helping people achieve their optimal state of wellness and functioning. I work in a client-centered, evidence-informed, and strengths-based manner. I hold the conviction that everyone possesses the innate capacity for self-healing; it is my goal to guide you, the expert of your life, towards your desired wellness level in the safety of the therapeutic alliance. Working collaboratively and without judgment, I aim to provide a highly empathetic and safe space. My core values include integrity, family, safety, and justice.
Now booking for Aug and Sept 2026. I'm so looking forward to meeting you! My life has been centered around helping people achieve their optimal state of wellness and functioning. I work in a client-centered, evidence-informed, and strengths-based manner. I hold the conviction that everyone possesses the innate capacity for self-healing; it is my goal to guide you, the expert of your life, towards your desired wellness level in the safety of the therapeutic alliance. Working collaboratively and without judgment, I aim to provide a highly empathetic and safe space. My core values include integrity, family, safety, and justice.
Common referral issues relate to work, mood, coping, chronic stress, chronic pain, or an acquired problem.
I have extensive experience with clients in the field of medicine, neurology, and psychiatry. I have helped students (18+) with learning difficulties. I also work with clients from WSIB, rehabilitation facilities, military, police, aviation, EMS and fire services. I see clients privately or through their physicians, employers or insurance companies.
Common referral issues relate to work, mood, coping, chronic stress, chronic pain, or an acquired problem.
I have extensive experience with clients in the field of medicine, neurology, and psychiatry. I have helped students (18+) with learning difficulties. I also work with clients from WSIB, rehabilitation facilities, military, police, aviation, EMS and fire services. I see clients privately or through their physicians, employers or insurance companies.
Are you having difficulty in a relationship with someone you love or with people you work with? Are you grieving a loss or healing from a traumatic event? Do you want to withdraw, isolate, avoid situations or are you losing your temper and attacking others? Do you feel stuck and unable to move forward towards your life goals? If you can relate to any of the above, I am here to help.
Are you having difficulty in a relationship with someone you love or with people you work with? Are you grieving a loss or healing from a traumatic event? Do you want to withdraw, isolate, avoid situations or are you losing your temper and attacking others? Do you feel stuck and unable to move forward towards your life goals? If you can relate to any of the above, I am here to help.
Voice Of Hope Counselling & Wellness Ltd.
Registered Psychotherapist, BTh, MACP, D Min
3 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1M
Hugh Watkins works alongside a team of medical doctors as a psychotherapist/psychologist and counsellor. He is exuberant, motivating, passionate and has an infectious sense of humor. Hugh wraps a commanding presence around a gentle heart being able to deliver powerful messages that help people overcome the many issues that life may bring their way.
Hugh Watkins works alongside a team of medical doctors as a psychotherapist/psychologist and counsellor. He is exuberant, motivating, passionate and has an infectious sense of humor. Hugh wraps a commanding presence around a gentle heart being able to deliver powerful messages that help people overcome the many issues that life may bring their way.
Dr. Monique Tremblay is a Clinical Psychologist licensed to practice in Ontario, Canada with children, adolescents, and adults. She is the founder of Magnolia Tree Psychology. She has significant clinical experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, emotion regulation challenges, obsessive compulsive disorder, disruptive behaviour difficulties, parenting challenges, and difficulty adjusting to life transitions and stressors. Additionally, as a health psychologist, Dr. Tremblay has also received specialized training in working with individuals managing chronic health conditions.
Dr. Monique Tremblay is a Clinical Psychologist licensed to practice in Ontario, Canada with children, adolescents, and adults. She is the founder of Magnolia Tree Psychology. She has significant clinical experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, emotion regulation challenges, obsessive compulsive disorder, disruptive behaviour difficulties, parenting challenges, and difficulty adjusting to life transitions and stressors. Additionally, as a health psychologist, Dr. Tremblay has also received specialized training in working with individuals managing chronic health conditions.
Navigating challenging emotions and circumstances can feel overwhelming. You do not need to navigate these challenges alone. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, trauma or life transitions, I am here to support your healing and growth. I am also trained and experienced in OCD, and ADHD. My aim is to create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space, where we can better understand your inner-world and what’s holding you back. Together, we can create a path towards your goals and towards becoming your best self.
Navigating challenging emotions and circumstances can feel overwhelming. You do not need to navigate these challenges alone. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, trauma or life transitions, I am here to support your healing and growth. I am also trained and experienced in OCD, and ADHD. My aim is to create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space, where we can better understand your inner-world and what’s holding you back. Together, we can create a path towards your goals and towards becoming your best self.
I specialize in supporting adults navigating medical trauma, chronic illness, trauma & PTSD, and life-altering experiences.
You don’t need another strategy to manage your emotions. You need a space to feel them safely. You may understand why you feel this way, yet your body feels stuck. Somatic therapy goes beyond talking by working with emotions, sensations, and nervous system responses. This isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about helping you feel present and anchored in your life.
I specialize in supporting adults navigating medical trauma, chronic illness, trauma & PTSD, and life-altering experiences.
You don’t need another strategy to manage your emotions. You need a space to feel them safely. You may understand why you feel this way, yet your body feels stuck. Somatic therapy goes beyond talking by working with emotions, sensations, and nervous system responses. This isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about helping you feel present and anchored in your life.
Whether you’re constantly tending to the needs of others, navigating fertility, hormonal or perinatal struggles, perhaps managing chronic illness, or carrying the weight of past trauma, it feels like there’s never enough left for you.
I specialize in working with women facing burnout, caregiver stress, fertility/perinatal challenges, chronic illness, grief and trauma. My approach is down-to-earth, no judgment, no pressure, just a space where you can be honest about what’s going on. Together, we’ll figure out what’s working, what’s not, and what might actually help you feel better.
Whether you’re constantly tending to the needs of others, navigating fertility, hormonal or perinatal struggles, perhaps managing chronic illness, or carrying the weight of past trauma, it feels like there’s never enough left for you.
I specialize in working with women facing burnout, caregiver stress, fertility/perinatal challenges, chronic illness, grief and trauma. My approach is down-to-earth, no judgment, no pressure, just a space where you can be honest about what’s going on. Together, we’ll figure out what’s working, what’s not, and what might actually help you feel better.
Emily Rose
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BHSc, MACP
2 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1N
Waitlist for new clients
It takes courage to reach out for support, and if you’ve found yourself here you are already taking a meaningful first step. I do not believe that therapy is about "fixing" what is broken, but instead making space to understand your experience, your struggles, and your story with compassion and curiosity.
It takes courage to reach out for support, and if you’ve found yourself here you are already taking a meaningful first step. I do not believe that therapy is about "fixing" what is broken, but instead making space to understand your experience, your struggles, and your story with compassion and curiosity.
“Healing is a matter of time, but it is also sometimes a matter of opportunity”-Hippocrates While working with Individual and families who are dealing with many different kinds of mental health issues; from deep grief/bereavement, childhood abuse, anxiety and depression, I have been privileged to witness healing(s) that many never thought possible. By creating a safe space and working in a collaborative, compassionate manner I have supported many people on their journey of healing and growth. Healing it’s self is the journey, it takes time, commitment, patience and hope.
“Healing is a matter of time, but it is also sometimes a matter of opportunity”-Hippocrates While working with Individual and families who are dealing with many different kinds of mental health issues; from deep grief/bereavement, childhood abuse, anxiety and depression, I have been privileged to witness healing(s) that many never thought possible. By creating a safe space and working in a collaborative, compassionate manner I have supported many people on their journey of healing and growth. Healing it’s self is the journey, it takes time, commitment, patience and hope.
Joanna Ingley, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist
Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, BScN, RN
Whitby, ON L1M
Are you feeling stuck? Do you have a feeling of unshakable anxiety that no matter what you do, doesn't seem to go away? Are your thoughts taking you in a negative direction? Do you feel like no matter what you do, you just can't seem to get ahead? Do you feel like everyone else has things working for them, and you just keep failing and struggling? Do you feel misunderstood? Unheard? Even gaslit?
I am here to tell you, you're not alone.... sometimes life seems to be especially difficult but you don't have to go it alone. I can help.
Are you feeling stuck? Do you have a feeling of unshakable anxiety that no matter what you do, doesn't seem to go away? Are your thoughts taking you in a negative direction? Do you feel like no matter what you do, you just can't seem to get ahead? Do you feel like everyone else has things working for them, and you just keep failing and struggling? Do you feel misunderstood? Unheard? Even gaslit?
I am here to tell you, you're not alone.... sometimes life seems to be especially difficult but you don't have to go it alone. I can help.
My passion for psychology started within the forensic field and has fostered my enthusiasm for growth and learning. I strive to create an inclusive, safe, empathetic, and non-judgemental environment, where you can feel comfortable sharing your innermost thoughts and feelings. I believe in working collaboratively with you as we explore links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. My goal is to empower you to gain self-awareness, increase resiliency, develop positive coping skills, and confidence wherever your personal journey leads.
My passion for psychology started within the forensic field and has fostered my enthusiasm for growth and learning. I strive to create an inclusive, safe, empathetic, and non-judgemental environment, where you can feel comfortable sharing your innermost thoughts and feelings. I believe in working collaboratively with you as we explore links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. My goal is to empower you to gain self-awareness, increase resiliency, develop positive coping skills, and confidence wherever your personal journey leads.
Feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or constantly hard on yourself? Maybe you’re masking, overthinking, or people-pleasing until you’re emotionally exhausted.
You don’t have to navigate it alone. I support university students, women, and teens navigating ADHD, anxiety, burnout, stress, low self-esteem, PMOS, endometriosis, relationship challenges, grief&loss, life transitions, and relational trauma. Together, we’ll create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can feel understood, strengthen self-compassion, build practical coping strategies, and feel more grounded, confident, balanced, and at peace in your daily life.
Feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or constantly hard on yourself? Maybe you’re masking, overthinking, or people-pleasing until you’re emotionally exhausted.
You don’t have to navigate it alone. I support university students, women, and teens navigating ADHD, anxiety, burnout, stress, low self-esteem, PMOS, endometriosis, relationship challenges, grief&loss, life transitions, and relational trauma. Together, we’ll create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can feel understood, strengthen self-compassion, build practical coping strategies, and feel more grounded, confident, balanced, and at peace in your daily life.
Accepting new clients! If you’re feeling stuck in patterns you can’t quite break, like overthinking, self-doubt, or relationship challenges, you’re not alone, and change is possible. At Branching Out, we support individuals who feel overwhelmed, on edge, or disconnected from themselves or others, and who know they want something to change but aren’t quite sure how to get there. Through therapy, we work collaboratively to understand what’s keeping you stuck and create meaningful shifts so you can feel clearer and more confident, with a greater sense of ease in your day-to-day life.
Accepting new clients! If you’re feeling stuck in patterns you can’t quite break, like overthinking, self-doubt, or relationship challenges, you’re not alone, and change is possible. At Branching Out, we support individuals who feel overwhelmed, on edge, or disconnected from themselves or others, and who know they want something to change but aren’t quite sure how to get there. Through therapy, we work collaboratively to understand what’s keeping you stuck and create meaningful shifts so you can feel clearer and more confident, with a greater sense of ease in your day-to-day life.
Welcoming New Virtual Clients for October 2026 - Daytime Availability.
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If you often feel deeply affected by the world around you - whether it’s the emotions of others, the pace of life, or the weight of your own thoughts - you’re not “too much.” You’re highly sensitive, and that sensitivity is a strength. My role is to help you embrace it, navigate challenges with confidence, and create a life that feels balanced, embodied, meaningful, and authentically yours.
Welcoming New Virtual Clients for October 2026 - Daytime Availability.
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If you often feel deeply affected by the world around you - whether it’s the emotions of others, the pace of life, or the weight of your own thoughts - you’re not “too much.” You’re highly sensitive, and that sensitivity is a strength. My role is to help you embrace it, navigate challenges with confidence, and create a life that feels balanced, embodied, meaningful, and authentically yours.
Free 15 min consult! Seeking support takes courage, and I want to honour that brave step by creating a space where you feel safe, seen, and heard. Whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, my goal is to walk beside you with compassion and curiosity, not judgment. I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges. Drawing from a rich background in rehabilitation counselling, mental health, and trauma-informed care, I offer a compassionate and collaborative approach to therapy.
Free 15 min consult! Seeking support takes courage, and I want to honour that brave step by creating a space where you feel safe, seen, and heard. Whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, my goal is to walk beside you with compassion and curiosity, not judgment. I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges. Drawing from a rich background in rehabilitation counselling, mental health, and trauma-informed care, I offer a compassionate and collaborative approach to therapy.
I emphasize mindfulness and the holistic connection between body, mind, and soul. I create a warm, compassionate space for individuals and couples to explore feelings related to anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. If you feel overwhelmed or struggle to connect with others, you’re in the right place. With a background in biology and psychology, I understand how our physical and emotional experiences interact, allowing me to help clients cultivate awareness and acceptance of their emotions. Embracing a Buddhist mindset, I welcome all feelings as essential parts of the human experience.
I emphasize mindfulness and the holistic connection between body, mind, and soul. I create a warm, compassionate space for individuals and couples to explore feelings related to anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. If you feel overwhelmed or struggle to connect with others, you’re in the right place. With a background in biology and psychology, I understand how our physical and emotional experiences interact, allowing me to help clients cultivate awareness and acceptance of their emotions. Embracing a Buddhist mindset, I welcome all feelings as essential parts of the human experience.
My philosophy as a psychotherapist has been informed by my own healing journey. I have learned, in an embodied way, that we are shaped by our lived experiences, that emotions are a part of the innate wisdom of our bodies, that vulnerability is hard, that humans naturally want to move towards wholeness, and that telling our story, and claiming it, is essential to finding wholeness.
My approach to therapy is rooted in the principle that the mind, emotions, body and soul work collaboratively to survive our experiences and express our needs. Sometimes, because of our strong instinct to survive, we can find it hard to pause and notice.
My philosophy as a psychotherapist has been informed by my own healing journey. I have learned, in an embodied way, that we are shaped by our lived experiences, that emotions are a part of the innate wisdom of our bodies, that vulnerability is hard, that humans naturally want to move towards wholeness, and that telling our story, and claiming it, is essential to finding wholeness.
My approach to therapy is rooted in the principle that the mind, emotions, body and soul work collaboratively to survive our experiences and express our needs. Sometimes, because of our strong instinct to survive, we can find it hard to pause and notice.
We provide individual psychotherapy, couple therapy, family therapy, sex therapy, psychological and vocational assessment and psycho-educational assessment and intervention. We can help you and your family cope with and overcome life challenges, relationship conflicts, traumas, and mental health concerns. Our services are provided by registered psychologists, registered psychotherapists and experienced masters/doctoral clinicians under supervision.
We provide individual psychotherapy, couple therapy, family therapy, sex therapy, psychological and vocational assessment and psycho-educational assessment and intervention. We can help you and your family cope with and overcome life challenges, relationship conflicts, traumas, and mental health concerns. Our services are provided by registered psychologists, registered psychotherapists and experienced masters/doctoral clinicians under supervision.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when emotions and circumstances become heavy. You may be weighed down by constant stress or burnout, navigating grief and loss, facing a major life transition, or living with anxiety or depression that makes daily life challenging. If you are a caregiver, the demands of supporting someone else while also caring for yourself can feel particularly heavy. You may be longing for relief, balance, or simply a space to breathe. I’m here to support you.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when emotions and circumstances become heavy. You may be weighed down by constant stress or burnout, navigating grief and loss, facing a major life transition, or living with anxiety or depression that makes daily life challenging. If you are a caregiver, the demands of supporting someone else while also caring for yourself can feel particularly heavy. You may be longing for relief, balance, or simply a space to breathe. I’m here to support you.
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Chronic Pain Counsellors
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophising, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.