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Chris Chmielewski
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
London, ON N6A
I use activating-experiential means (role play, practice experiment, art ), applying brain research, attachment/developmental psychology, analytic-interpretive processing (psychodynamic); C/DBT; trauma treatment; ‘internal self-state’; play therapy.
My background holds 40yr of extensive practice experience and continued learning. Expertise:all relationship concerns; recovery/healing from emotional hurts, losses, trauma. Such events, if in early years, can instill persistent insecurity, fears, loneliness and grief, causing troubled close relationships and inner-life: Restricting our core resilient nature where we keep strong potentials to be more open, creative, confident, realistic/effective persons. Mainly treat “self-regulation” problems: Social anxiety, shame/guilt, anger, depression; Overdependencies; Intimacy-sexuality, Communication; Identity-Personality issues;Selfcare.
I use activating-experiential means (role play, practice experiment, art ), applying brain research, attachment/developmental psychology, analytic-interpretive processing (psychodynamic); C/DBT; trauma treatment; ‘internal self-state’; play therapy.
My background holds 40yr of extensive practice experience and continued learning. Expertise:all relationship concerns; recovery/healing from emotional hurts, losses, trauma. Such events, if in early years, can instill persistent insecurity, fears, loneliness and grief, causing troubled close relationships and inner-life: Restricting our core resilient nature where we keep strong potentials to be more open, creative, confident, realistic/effective persons. Mainly treat “self-regulation” problems: Social anxiety, shame/guilt, anger, depression; Overdependencies; Intimacy-sexuality, Communication; Identity-Personality issues;Selfcare.
(226) 400-1834 View (226) 400-1834
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David Grand
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, PhD(c)
Verified Verified
London, ON N6A
If you are living with the impacts of trauma, relationship breakdown, or a crisis of identity, you’re not alone. I have over a decade of experience helping individuals and couples with interpersonal trauma, anxiety, depression, abuse recovery, discrimination, loss of meaning in life, and uncertainties of purpose or identity. My work is psychodynamic, somatically-focused, and supports the psychological growth of clients. I want to help you get to the roots of problems and develop greater self-awareness in the process. I believe that long-term wellness ultimately stems from developing insight into the various patterns of our lives.
If you are living with the impacts of trauma, relationship breakdown, or a crisis of identity, you’re not alone. I have over a decade of experience helping individuals and couples with interpersonal trauma, anxiety, depression, abuse recovery, discrimination, loss of meaning in life, and uncertainties of purpose or identity. My work is psychodynamic, somatically-focused, and supports the psychological growth of clients. I want to help you get to the roots of problems and develop greater self-awareness in the process. I believe that long-term wellness ultimately stems from developing insight into the various patterns of our lives.
(226) 640-5252 View (226) 640-5252
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Terri-Lynn Oliver
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, BA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6A
When life is difficult, we often don't know where to turn. Through discovery and compassion, comes hope and growth and that is the goal counselling aims to provide. I have been practicing counselling for 20 years and I provide individual counselling to those over the age of 16 who are looking for hope, support and growth. I am available to see clients in both London and Ingersoll and my role is to support clients in finding ways to improve the quality of their life and finally feel like they can move forward.
When life is difficult, we often don't know where to turn. Through discovery and compassion, comes hope and growth and that is the goal counselling aims to provide. I have been practicing counselling for 20 years and I provide individual counselling to those over the age of 16 who are looking for hope, support and growth. I am available to see clients in both London and Ingersoll and my role is to support clients in finding ways to improve the quality of their life and finally feel like they can move forward.
(226) 210-0476 View (226) 210-0476
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David Kraft
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6A
I’d like to welcome you into a safe and attentive environment where the focus is on you, the client, and our collaborative journey towards your therapeutic goals. I offer a warm and inclusive space where we can engage in heartfelt conversations while fostering a deep understanding of your experiences and the moments that have shaped you, your life and your journey. Together, we'll collaborate to create a fresh framework for self-development and understanding within a caring and compassionate environment.
I’d like to welcome you into a safe and attentive environment where the focus is on you, the client, and our collaborative journey towards your therapeutic goals. I offer a warm and inclusive space where we can engage in heartfelt conversations while fostering a deep understanding of your experiences and the moments that have shaped you, your life and your journey. Together, we'll collaborate to create a fresh framework for self-development and understanding within a caring and compassionate environment.
(437) 747-5120 View (437) 747-5120
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Bryan Fee
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
London, ON N6A
I specialize helping those struggling with anxiety, mood disorders, and substance use concerns using trauma-informed treatment. My foundation views all people as being made up of mind, body, and spirit. We all share common pains in life, such as caregiver failures and events that have occurred beyond our control. These experiences change us and can form belief systems that perpetuate a limited perspective on who we can become. People are basically good and no person is "bad", but life traumas shape us into the false self (ego) which we then identify with; finding your true self allows for more authenticity and freedom.
I specialize helping those struggling with anxiety, mood disorders, and substance use concerns using trauma-informed treatment. My foundation views all people as being made up of mind, body, and spirit. We all share common pains in life, such as caregiver failures and events that have occurred beyond our control. These experiences change us and can form belief systems that perpetuate a limited perspective on who we can become. People are basically good and no person is "bad", but life traumas shape us into the false self (ego) which we then identify with; finding your true self allows for more authenticity and freedom.
(226) 641-0742 View (226) 641-0742
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Delaney DeFrancisco
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
London, ON N6A
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, unable to access a version of you that feels trapped within? You are not alone. Specializing in facilitating growth in adolescents and adults, I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety or depression stemming from self-worth concerns, past hurtful experiences, or obsessive thoughts and behaviours. Wounds from hurtful experiences can significantly impact how we perceive ourselves, the world, and others. These wounds may prevent you from living a life aligned with your true wants and values.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, unable to access a version of you that feels trapped within? You are not alone. Specializing in facilitating growth in adolescents and adults, I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety or depression stemming from self-worth concerns, past hurtful experiences, or obsessive thoughts and behaviours. Wounds from hurtful experiences can significantly impact how we perceive ourselves, the world, and others. These wounds may prevent you from living a life aligned with your true wants and values.
(226) 756-0129 View (226) 756-0129
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Kayla Ruano Gowdy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
London, ON N6A
Waitlist for new clients
We all go through rough spots in life where we can benefit from time to reflect. These times can also be an opportunity to understand ourselves better, and make sense of harmful patterns. Throughout life, we develop thought and behaviour patterns in our response to stress, in our relationships, and in our daily habits. With effective tools and strategies, we can make sense of them, and let them go. This opens us up to a more authentic and healthy life.
We all go through rough spots in life where we can benefit from time to reflect. These times can also be an opportunity to understand ourselves better, and make sense of harmful patterns. Throughout life, we develop thought and behaviour patterns in our response to stress, in our relationships, and in our daily habits. With effective tools and strategies, we can make sense of them, and let them go. This opens us up to a more authentic and healthy life.
(226) 778-2462 View (226) 778-2462
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Smart Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW, CCC, CHyp
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6A  (Online Only)
I believe insight and understanding are key to living a rich, meaningful, and fulfilling life. Hi, I'm Rebecca, and for a decade I have supported people's healing journeys offering Depth Therapy. I help individuals overcome anxiety, depression, and trauma; helping clients to develop self compassion, navigate family and relationship dynamics, establish boundaries, and improve their mood experiences. I use a client centered approach, meaning we work towards what you personally are hoping to get out of your therapy time together. This supports clients in having the relationships with others or themselves they’ve been hoping for.
I believe insight and understanding are key to living a rich, meaningful, and fulfilling life. Hi, I'm Rebecca, and for a decade I have supported people's healing journeys offering Depth Therapy. I help individuals overcome anxiety, depression, and trauma; helping clients to develop self compassion, navigate family and relationship dynamics, establish boundaries, and improve their mood experiences. I use a client centered approach, meaning we work towards what you personally are hoping to get out of your therapy time together. This supports clients in having the relationships with others or themselves they’ve been hoping for.
(226) 779-7903 View (226) 779-7903
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Natalia Kowalczyk
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
London, ON N6A
New to counselling ? Looking for someone to connect with ? Struggling with depression, anxiety, life stressors, self-esteem, PTSD, or more? You have come to the right place! Psychotherapy can provide a wide range of benefits such as emotional and psychological well-being, positive changes in the brain and body, and addressing those mental health struggles that have become too much to handle on your own. Connect with me for a in person session at Phillips and Associates Psychotherapy or we can chat virtually as well. We have all been in a place where we need to reach out for help, this is your first step!
New to counselling ? Looking for someone to connect with ? Struggling with depression, anxiety, life stressors, self-esteem, PTSD, or more? You have come to the right place! Psychotherapy can provide a wide range of benefits such as emotional and psychological well-being, positive changes in the brain and body, and addressing those mental health struggles that have become too much to handle on your own. Connect with me for a in person session at Phillips and Associates Psychotherapy or we can chat virtually as well. We have all been in a place where we need to reach out for help, this is your first step!
(226) 401-8344 View (226) 401-8344
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AKO Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
London, ON N6A  (Online Only)
Greetings fellow earthlings! My name is Amanda. As fellow humans, we can work together to help you through this unpredictable life more easily. In response to our shared challenges of heartbreak, disappointment, pain and fear, I want to offer you the universal needs of feeling seen, heard, valued and supported. I focus on deeper work, to thoroughly understand the experiences and relationships that have led you to how you feel today. Together, we can look for unhelpful patterns in your life, and for creative changes to help ease the struggles you have been dealing with, and find more balance, peace and hope for your future.
Greetings fellow earthlings! My name is Amanda. As fellow humans, we can work together to help you through this unpredictable life more easily. In response to our shared challenges of heartbreak, disappointment, pain and fear, I want to offer you the universal needs of feeling seen, heard, valued and supported. I focus on deeper work, to thoroughly understand the experiences and relationships that have led you to how you feel today. Together, we can look for unhelpful patterns in your life, and for creative changes to help ease the struggles you have been dealing with, and find more balance, peace and hope for your future.
(647) 560-3518 View (647) 560-3518
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Amanda Lyons
Registered Psychotherapist, MC, RP, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6A
Waitlist for new clients
Beginning your search for a therapist is a big step -  I am here to walk alongside and understand you. I am client focused and strive to provide a safe and non judgmental place to work through your experiences. I hope to help you feel empowered, understood and heard. Although it can feel overwhelming, talking through challenges can help reduce unwanted feelings. Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, transitions, trauma, attachment, or some difficult life event? I am here to help, understand how you are living and to help provide some relief as you move forward in your life.
Beginning your search for a therapist is a big step -  I am here to walk alongside and understand you. I am client focused and strive to provide a safe and non judgmental place to work through your experiences. I hope to help you feel empowered, understood and heard. Although it can feel overwhelming, talking through challenges can help reduce unwanted feelings. Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, transitions, trauma, attachment, or some difficult life event? I am here to help, understand how you are living and to help provide some relief as you move forward in your life.
(226) 270-5486 View (226) 270-5486
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Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
London, ON N6A  (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
(249) 202-2308 View (249) 202-2308
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HLR Psychotherapy, Mood, Trauma and Relationships
Registered Psychotherapist, MD, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
London, ON N6A
All the world is full of suffering. It is also full of overcoming (Helen Keller). I am a psychoanalyst and offer treatment for anxiety, depression, stress, loss, grief, low self-esteem/confidence and shyness. I specialize in issues arising from adult and childhood trauma, relationships with family or colleagues, life transitions of any form and gender identity. I believe it is equally important to work on our inner and outer selves and to include our past and present in order to develop a grounded and balanced sense of being. I provide a safe environment in-person or virtually where you can explore and develop your thoughts further.
All the world is full of suffering. It is also full of overcoming (Helen Keller). I am a psychoanalyst and offer treatment for anxiety, depression, stress, loss, grief, low self-esteem/confidence and shyness. I specialize in issues arising from adult and childhood trauma, relationships with family or colleagues, life transitions of any form and gender identity. I believe it is equally important to work on our inner and outer selves and to include our past and present in order to develop a grounded and balanced sense of being. I provide a safe environment in-person or virtually where you can explore and develop your thoughts further.
(647) 560-8423 View (647) 560-8423
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Brooke Hill
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6A
I am a Clinic Director and Psychotherapist, highly experienced in Canada and abroad, in providing individualized care for a variety of mental issues and illnesses. An ideal client would be someone who is willing to put in the work to take a step towards change. Yet, you may not be ready for change, either way therapy is a safe form to find out. I want to help clients achieve their mental health goals through empowerment, awareness, acceptance and healing, with the use scientifically-based techniques that have been proven to be highly effective. You'll acquire the necessary tools to achieve a mind-body-soul approach to health.
I am a Clinic Director and Psychotherapist, highly experienced in Canada and abroad, in providing individualized care for a variety of mental issues and illnesses. An ideal client would be someone who is willing to put in the work to take a step towards change. Yet, you may not be ready for change, either way therapy is a safe form to find out. I want to help clients achieve their mental health goals through empowerment, awareness, acceptance and healing, with the use scientifically-based techniques that have been proven to be highly effective. You'll acquire the necessary tools to achieve a mind-body-soul approach to health.
(289) 210-6205 View (289) 210-6205
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RestoreHope Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
London, ON N6A
We are offering Psychotherapy sessions to educate and empower women to prioritize their mental health. I hold space for women to process their feelings while they navigate transitions in life. A graduate of 2006 with many years experience helping clients navigate their feelings and finding practical solutions during life's challenges. Also offering an online pre recorded course on Inner Resilience. check out my website. www.restorehope.live
We are offering Psychotherapy sessions to educate and empower women to prioritize their mental health. I hold space for women to process their feelings while they navigate transitions in life. A graduate of 2006 with many years experience helping clients navigate their feelings and finding practical solutions during life's challenges. Also offering an online pre recorded course on Inner Resilience. check out my website. www.restorehope.live
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Juan Carlos Andrade
Psychologist, CPsych
Verified Verified
London, ON N6A  (Online Only)
Buen dia, soy psicólogo miembro del Colegio de psicólogos de Ontario y del Québec, estoy especializado en el tratamiento de la ansiedad, depresión y comportamientos del exceso en general. Cuento con una formación académica sólida y una experiencia clínica variada de larga data que me permiten ofrecerle servicios psicológicos de calidad. Mi trabajo se basa principalmente en el enfoque psicodinámico y cognitivo-conductual, me interesan especialmente las técnicas psicológicas para fortalecer el control de los pensamiento, las emociones, y el comportamiento.
Buen dia, soy psicólogo miembro del Colegio de psicólogos de Ontario y del Québec, estoy especializado en el tratamiento de la ansiedad, depresión y comportamientos del exceso en general. Cuento con una formación académica sólida y una experiencia clínica variada de larga data que me permiten ofrecerle servicios psicológicos de calidad. Mi trabajo se basa principalmente en el enfoque psicodinámico y cognitivo-conductual, me interesan especialmente las técnicas psicológicas para fortalecer el control de los pensamiento, las emociones, y el comportamiento.
(437) 989-6974 View (437) 989-6974
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Angie Allan
Psychologist, MEd
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
London, ON N6A
Waitlist for new clients
People often seek out therapy to work on their problems when really, it's their solutions that are no longer working. Does this sound familiar? As a skilled therapist, I will partner with you to clarify what is important and help you design creative, meaningful and lasting change in your life. In our work together, you will notice that I am very encouraging, and I will challenge you when you look like you could use it. Together we will create a space where you can bravely experience the sometimes-uncomfortable feelings that come with personal growth.
People often seek out therapy to work on their problems when really, it's their solutions that are no longer working. Does this sound familiar? As a skilled therapist, I will partner with you to clarify what is important and help you design creative, meaningful and lasting change in your life. In our work together, you will notice that I am very encouraging, and I will challenge you when you look like you could use it. Together we will create a space where you can bravely experience the sometimes-uncomfortable feelings that come with personal growth.
(226) 705-0731 View (226) 705-0731
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Marisa Kanas
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6A
Life can be hard, and at times we can feel overwhelmed. Sometimes, our circumstances change when we separate or divorce, lose a loved one, change careers, have to deal with complex family dynamics, experience health challenges, or encounter other events that make it difficult to manage our feelings and behaviours, or sustain relationships with those closest to us.
Life can be hard, and at times we can feel overwhelmed. Sometimes, our circumstances change when we separate or divorce, lose a loved one, change careers, have to deal with complex family dynamics, experience health challenges, or encounter other events that make it difficult to manage our feelings and behaviours, or sustain relationships with those closest to us.
(226) 779-7809 View (226) 779-7809
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Melissa Gummeson
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
London, ON N6A  (Online Only)
Do you want to know yourself better? Are you looking to understand how your past relationships and experiences are impacting your present? Maybe you feel like you’ve lost touch with who you are, and need help finding yourself again? Do you feel stuck, and have no idea how to even start to get unstuck? Whether you already know exactly what you want to work on or have no idea where to start, you’re not alone and you deserve support. Together we can explore your past so you don’t have to feel held back by it anymore, identify behaviour patterns you want to change, and come up with goals that align with the life you want to live.
Do you want to know yourself better? Are you looking to understand how your past relationships and experiences are impacting your present? Maybe you feel like you’ve lost touch with who you are, and need help finding yourself again? Do you feel stuck, and have no idea how to even start to get unstuck? Whether you already know exactly what you want to work on or have no idea where to start, you’re not alone and you deserve support. Together we can explore your past so you don’t have to feel held back by it anymore, identify behaviour patterns you want to change, and come up with goals that align with the life you want to live.
(343) 312-7323 View (343) 312-7323
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Rourke van Rossem
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA Hons, MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
London, ON N6A  (Online Only)
We’re living in a new era of self-growth expectations so you’ve likely heard these common psychotherapy buzzwords: “attachment style”, “boundaries”, “self-care”, “mindfulness”, and “toxic relationships”. Has anyone ever actually explained the deep nuance and depth of these terms? As a therapist, I want to help you make sense of your current circumstance and guide you through self-exploration, self-awareness, and insight so we can apply therapeutic tools to your unique situation.
We’re living in a new era of self-growth expectations so you’ve likely heard these common psychotherapy buzzwords: “attachment style”, “boundaries”, “self-care”, “mindfulness”, and “toxic relationships”. Has anyone ever actually explained the deep nuance and depth of these terms? As a therapist, I want to help you make sense of your current circumstance and guide you through self-exploration, self-awareness, and insight so we can apply therapeutic tools to your unique situation.
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Psychodynamic Counsellors

Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?

Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.

How long does psychodynamic therapy last?

Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.

Does psychodynamic therapy work?

Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.

What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?

Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.