Chronic Illness Therapists in Verdun, QC
Life throws many challenges at us such as finding the right therapist. You could be feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, down, irritable, struggling to navigate relationships, dealing with a devastating loss, recovering from a difficult experience, in a complex life transition, or maybe searching to gain clarity. Whatever the situation is, my goal stays the same, it is to listen, support, and empower you to have the courage to take the next step by establishing personalized objectives in session. I have experience in treating depression, anxiety, as well as improving self-esteem, and relationship issues.
Life throws many challenges at us such as finding the right therapist. You could be feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, down, irritable, struggling to navigate relationships, dealing with a devastating loss, recovering from a difficult experience, in a complex life transition, or maybe searching to gain clarity. Whatever the situation is, my goal stays the same, it is to listen, support, and empower you to have the courage to take the next step by establishing personalized objectives in session. I have experience in treating depression, anxiety, as well as improving self-esteem, and relationship issues.
I'm a music therapist. Anyone who needs different space to explore - whether to process what they are experiencing, or to develop a creative project - can benefit from my general practice. In my specialty, I often work with young children who are manifesting developmental differences or symptoms like anxiety, and with older children who are encountering obstacles related to a diagnosis or to trauma. I also offer support for young adults, including adapted piano and composition lessons at all levels. My approach is neuroaffirming and participant-led.
I'm a music therapist. Anyone who needs different space to explore - whether to process what they are experiencing, or to develop a creative project - can benefit from my general practice. In my specialty, I often work with young children who are manifesting developmental differences or symptoms like anxiety, and with older children who are encountering obstacles related to a diagnosis or to trauma. I also offer support for young adults, including adapted piano and composition lessons at all levels. My approach is neuroaffirming and participant-led.
I believe that times of hardship and difficulty can often provide opportunities for personal growth by leading one to take stock of one’s priorities, values, perceptions, relationships and environments; to replace dysfunctional coping strategies with more effective ones; to reevaluate and explore one’s goals; to discover what gives one’s life greater meaning and satisfaction, and to uncover one’s strengths and capacities. As a clinical psychologist (Ph.D) with extensive experience and training, I am dedicated to helping my clients realize their goals and explore opportunities for personal growth.
I believe that times of hardship and difficulty can often provide opportunities for personal growth by leading one to take stock of one’s priorities, values, perceptions, relationships and environments; to replace dysfunctional coping strategies with more effective ones; to reevaluate and explore one’s goals; to discover what gives one’s life greater meaning and satisfaction, and to uncover one’s strengths and capacities. As a clinical psychologist (Ph.D) with extensive experience and training, I am dedicated to helping my clients realize their goals and explore opportunities for personal growth.
Life undoubtedly has its challenges and it could be unnerving to access support. Throughout the course of our life, challenges we face can have a profound impact on our emotional and physical well being as well as affect our interpersonal relationships.
Life undoubtedly has its challenges and it could be unnerving to access support. Throughout the course of our life, challenges we face can have a profound impact on our emotional and physical well being as well as affect our interpersonal relationships.
Kamelia Deleva — EMDR, Trauma & Grief
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CCC, MACP, EMDR, IADC
14 Endorsed
Serves Area
Something feels off — maybe for a long time. If you're carrying the weight of losing someone, we offer EMDR and IADC (Induced After-Death Communication) — a focused, two-session therapy for grief and loss. Underneath, there's often grief, loss, anxiety, or trauma quietly shaping your relationships, life transitions, and sense of self. This deeper grief work is delivered alongside trauma-informed care, online across Ontario and in person in Montreal (Île-des-Sœurs). This work can be truly transformational. You don't have to keep carrying this alone.
Something feels off — maybe for a long time. If you're carrying the weight of losing someone, we offer EMDR and IADC (Induced After-Death Communication) — a focused, two-session therapy for grief and loss. Underneath, there's often grief, loss, anxiety, or trauma quietly shaping your relationships, life transitions, and sense of self. This deeper grief work is delivered alongside trauma-informed care, online across Ontario and in person in Montreal (Île-des-Sœurs). This work can be truly transformational. You don't have to keep carrying this alone.
My services cover a wide range of issues, including LGBTQIA2S+, polyamory, intimate partner violence, sexual violence, eating disorders, exploration of and guidance in the process of affirming one's gender, as well as support in managing stress, anxiety and many other psychosocial and mental health issues.
My services cover a wide range of issues, including LGBTQIA2S+, polyamory, intimate partner violence, sexual violence, eating disorders, exploration of and guidance in the process of affirming one's gender, as well as support in managing stress, anxiety and many other psychosocial and mental health issues.
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Accepting new clients - Are you feeling overwhelmed by chronic illness or pain, anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, or self-esteem concerns?
My approach is person-centred, trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally sensitive. I draw from modalities such as attachment-based therapy, ACT, CBT, DBT, EFT, IFS, and mindfulness, and I am currently completing training in EMDR to further support trauma processing and healing.
Accepting new clients - Are you feeling overwhelmed by chronic illness or pain, anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, or self-esteem concerns?
My approach is person-centred, trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally sensitive. I draw from modalities such as attachment-based therapy, ACT, CBT, DBT, EFT, IFS, and mindfulness, and I am currently completing training in EMDR to further support trauma processing and healing.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you need some support? Perhaps therapy can help you cope with current stressors in your life. I can help you in managing a difficult situation, and to help you find strategies to manage distress, confusion, anxiety, and feelings of depression. It strives to improve overall well-being and mental health, to resolve or manage concerning behaviors, beliefs, thoughts, or emotions, and to improve relationships, interactions and social skills. Couple and family therapy can address the dynamics and challenges faced with the goal of understanding and positive change. I am offering secure online sessions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you need some support? Perhaps therapy can help you cope with current stressors in your life. I can help you in managing a difficult situation, and to help you find strategies to manage distress, confusion, anxiety, and feelings of depression. It strives to improve overall well-being and mental health, to resolve or manage concerning behaviors, beliefs, thoughts, or emotions, and to improve relationships, interactions and social skills. Couple and family therapy can address the dynamics and challenges faced with the goal of understanding and positive change. I am offering secure online sessions.
Chris Toth: Trauma, Relationships,Life
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), MA
8 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling stuck in patterns that keep showing up in your relationships or are you overwhelmed by stress from a major life transition? Trauma and difficult experiences can shape how we connect, communicate, and cope often leaving us feeling disconnected or exhausted. You don’t have to navigate this alone; I invite you to check out my website and email me via Psychology Today or my website to set up a consultation and explore what collaborating together would be like.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns that keep showing up in your relationships or are you overwhelmed by stress from a major life transition? Trauma and difficult experiences can shape how we connect, communicate, and cope often leaving us feeling disconnected or exhausted. You don’t have to navigate this alone; I invite you to check out my website and email me via Psychology Today or my website to set up a consultation and explore what collaborating together would be like.
At Elevate, we understand that life's journey can be full of unexpected twists and turns, and we're here to offer guidance and support along the way. Our approach combines clinical expertise with empathy and understanding, empowering you to cope with life’s challenges. By providing tailored evidence-based strategies, We aim to promote resilience, improve quality of life, and facilitate holistic healing. Together, we'll embark on a journey towards living a more meaningful and fulfilling life, grounded in authenticity and enhanced emotional well-being.
At Elevate, we understand that life's journey can be full of unexpected twists and turns, and we're here to offer guidance and support along the way. Our approach combines clinical expertise with empathy and understanding, empowering you to cope with life’s challenges. By providing tailored evidence-based strategies, We aim to promote resilience, improve quality of life, and facilitate holistic healing. Together, we'll embark on a journey towards living a more meaningful and fulfilling life, grounded in authenticity and enhanced emotional well-being.
I have many decades of experience in assessing and treating individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal issues or coping with chronic diseases (e.g., cancer). My background is not only as a clinician in private practice, but as the former Chief Psychologist at the Jewish General Hospital. I am also a researcher in cancer prevention and associate professor at McGill university. My extensive experience provides me with a wide-base of understanding of what works for whom and what does not.
I have many decades of experience in assessing and treating individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal issues or coping with chronic diseases (e.g., cancer). My background is not only as a clinician in private practice, but as the former Chief Psychologist at the Jewish General Hospital. I am also a researcher in cancer prevention and associate professor at McGill university. My extensive experience provides me with a wide-base of understanding of what works for whom and what does not.
Are you grappling with uncertainty, struggling to make sense of things, or feeling stuck in your relationships, career, or life in general? Whether you are feeling down, hopeless, anxious, or stuck and overwhelmed, you aren't alone! I am focused on meeting you where you are in your therapy journey. By understanding your strengths, challenges, and unique perspective, we collaboratively create a flexible plan that evolves as we progress. Together, we'll navigate through your past experiences, creating growth and developing new ways of relating to yourself and others. I'm ready to embark on this journey of self-discovery with you.
Are you grappling with uncertainty, struggling to make sense of things, or feeling stuck in your relationships, career, or life in general? Whether you are feeling down, hopeless, anxious, or stuck and overwhelmed, you aren't alone! I am focused on meeting you where you are in your therapy journey. By understanding your strengths, challenges, and unique perspective, we collaboratively create a flexible plan that evolves as we progress. Together, we'll navigate through your past experiences, creating growth and developing new ways of relating to yourself and others. I'm ready to embark on this journey of self-discovery with you.
I am accepting new individual clients right now and for couples or families
Please note: I only accept clients who are disabled/chronically ill and queer/trans.
Ableism is a profound barrier to accessing the life we want as disabled and sick and neurodivergent folks, ableism runs through all parts of our lives. I offer mental health support, using a healing justice and trauma informed approach, to people with disabilities, neurodivergence and chronic illnesses.
I am accepting new individual clients right now and for couples or families
Please note: I only accept clients who are disabled/chronically ill and queer/trans.
Ableism is a profound barrier to accessing the life we want as disabled and sick and neurodivergent folks, ableism runs through all parts of our lives. I offer mental health support, using a healing justice and trauma informed approach, to people with disabilities, neurodivergence and chronic illnesses.
I am a licensed psychologist and I work with individuals and couples who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transitions, chronic illness, grief, and relationship problems of all types.
I value a safe, collaborative, and attuned therapeutic relationship. I do believe that, given the right environment and by learning the right skills, an innate wisdom and a capacity to heal, resides within us all, from which our authentic self can re-emerge.
I am a licensed psychologist and I work with individuals and couples who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transitions, chronic illness, grief, and relationship problems of all types.
I value a safe, collaborative, and attuned therapeutic relationship. I do believe that, given the right environment and by learning the right skills, an innate wisdom and a capacity to heal, resides within us all, from which our authentic self can re-emerge.
Is it hard to know what you want? To listen to your inner voice or just to feel that you matter? Welcome on my page, where we learn, at your own pace, how to grow a sense of self-worth and self-knowing in a embodied way. Using imagination to explore the body-mind-Spirit relationships, you'll be able to develop your own somatic understanding of your sensations to grow more confident and stable in your own needs and desires.
Is it hard to know what you want? To listen to your inner voice or just to feel that you matter? Welcome on my page, where we learn, at your own pace, how to grow a sense of self-worth and self-knowing in a embodied way. Using imagination to explore the body-mind-Spirit relationships, you'll be able to develop your own somatic understanding of your sensations to grow more confident and stable in your own needs and desires.
I offer integrative psychotherapy to adults, children-teens, couples and athletes. I have 34 years of experience as a clinical psychologist. I take the time to really get to know you well, via our comprehensive assessment process. Already after your first visit, you will understand the issues that you need to heal and you will be given specific proven tools that will help you feel better quickly. I work with a team of mental health professionals at our clinic. It would be a pleasure to speak to you and support you on your healing process. Call today for a risk-free, no-charge phone or in person consultation!
I offer integrative psychotherapy to adults, children-teens, couples and athletes. I have 34 years of experience as a clinical psychologist. I take the time to really get to know you well, via our comprehensive assessment process. Already after your first visit, you will understand the issues that you need to heal and you will be given specific proven tools that will help you feel better quickly. I work with a team of mental health professionals at our clinic. It would be a pleasure to speak to you and support you on your healing process. Call today for a risk-free, no-charge phone or in person consultation!
Throughout the last decade, I have heard stories of pain, sadness, shame, vulnerability, and fear; within those stories there is also resilience, strength, and the ability to overcome that which feels overwhelming. I am a seasoned social worker with experience in various community settings, and different age groups including children, adolescents, and families. I also have experience working in the public healthcare system; in this role I counsel and guide individuals and families coping with chronic illnesses such as cancer, aging and loss of autonomy, end of life, grief, and loss.
Throughout the last decade, I have heard stories of pain, sadness, shame, vulnerability, and fear; within those stories there is also resilience, strength, and the ability to overcome that which feels overwhelming. I am a seasoned social worker with experience in various community settings, and different age groups including children, adolescents, and families. I also have experience working in the public healthcare system; in this role I counsel and guide individuals and families coping with chronic illnesses such as cancer, aging and loss of autonomy, end of life, grief, and loss.
Many of our clients are struggling with multiple issues - depression, anxiety, relationship problems, overeating - and often feel like everything is wrong and don't know why. Some have tried therapy before, but either didn't feel understood, or the work didn't lead to lasting change. If you see yourself in any of the following, we can help: have trouble forming or keeping relationships; stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns; feel burned out, running on empty, and can never quite seem to catch up; feel as though everyone else comes first; worry constantly about the stresses of life; can't seem to slow down and relax; constant feelings of panic or anxiety; self-sabotaging or self-destructive behaviour; feel disconnected from yourself or others; feelings of being numb; struggle with emotional eating and poor body image; low self-esteem or lack of confidence; victim of abuse or neglect, in childhood or adulthood. Our clients may struggle with any of these issues, among others, but all have one thing in common: they are ready to do the real work of healing the source of their suffering.
Many of our clients are struggling with multiple issues - depression, anxiety, relationship problems, overeating - and often feel like everything is wrong and don't know why. Some have tried therapy before, but either didn't feel understood, or the work didn't lead to lasting change. If you see yourself in any of the following, we can help: have trouble forming or keeping relationships; stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns; feel burned out, running on empty, and can never quite seem to catch up; feel as though everyone else comes first; worry constantly about the stresses of life; can't seem to slow down and relax; constant feelings of panic or anxiety; self-sabotaging or self-destructive behaviour; feel disconnected from yourself or others; feelings of being numb; struggle with emotional eating and poor body image; low self-esteem or lack of confidence; victim of abuse or neglect, in childhood or adulthood. Our clients may struggle with any of these issues, among others, but all have one thing in common: they are ready to do the real work of healing the source of their suffering.
What doesn’t heal repeats. You can stop the cycle now! When it comes to your health, mindset, relationships, success, trauma, depression, anxiety, and more, you have tried everything to make it work and to solve your issues. But regardless of your hard work, nothing seems to change, and you feel stuck, uncertain, or dissatisfied. Now, it's your time to access the root causes of your challenges, release them, heal, and integrate new healthy habits in a safe place, at your own pace, so that you can start living the life you’ve most desired. I will guide you in breaking the long and painful cycles and patterns.
What doesn’t heal repeats. You can stop the cycle now! When it comes to your health, mindset, relationships, success, trauma, depression, anxiety, and more, you have tried everything to make it work and to solve your issues. But regardless of your hard work, nothing seems to change, and you feel stuck, uncertain, or dissatisfied. Now, it's your time to access the root causes of your challenges, release them, heal, and integrate new healthy habits in a safe place, at your own pace, so that you can start living the life you’ve most desired. I will guide you in breaking the long and painful cycles and patterns.
I’m a licensed psychologist in Quebec, Founder of Oak Intercultural Psychology and I specialize in helping adults who are navigating grief, anxiety, burnout, post-traumatic stress, and depression. My goal is to promote emotional well-being using a humanistic and integrative approach. The languages I speak are English and Spanish.
I’m a licensed psychologist in Quebec, Founder of Oak Intercultural Psychology and I specialize in helping adults who are navigating grief, anxiety, burnout, post-traumatic stress, and depression. My goal is to promote emotional well-being using a humanistic and integrative approach. The languages I speak are English and Spanish.
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How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.