Therapists in N1G

Accepting new clients! Are you feeling stuck in familiar patterns, disconnected from yourself and others? I am passionate about helping you gain insight into your past experiences and how they impact you in your day-to-day, and will work with you to help you achieve a greater sense of balance and well-being. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to those who are wanting to work through life’s challenges and barriers, and will collaborate with you on your treatment goals. I am trained in working with anxiety in its many forms, and will work with you to minimize heightened anxiety so you can feel more grounded and in control.

Relationships often attract us with their promise of heaven, but can quickly end up feeling like hell. Emotional distance, loneliness, escalating fights, affairs, and addictions may leave you wondering what happened to the bright future you once envisioned with your partner. If this sounds like your marriage or relationship, know that you can come back from the brink. Relationship troubles can be confusing and stressful, but couples counselling can help you and your partner heal from past emotional injuries, rebuild a sense of closeness, and kick start communication on gridlocked issues.

A client asked me once: Is therapy just TALKING?  In a way it is.  Just talking ... words, words, words. Sometimes words are meaningless and pointless.  They lead to conflicts, misunderstandings, hurt, pain, crises.  What could happen when words are meaningful, relevant, clear, aimed at understanding you and the other?  What difference would it make when the right words are spoken, and they are heard at the right time? Would they make your wants, needs, wishes and dreams more real and attainable?

I have extensive counselling experience working with a wide range of clients, supporting them in managing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, anger and addiction. I also have experience supporting clients who have been victims of domestic violence or abuse. For 16 years, I have volunteered working with groups of adolescents and young adults, helping them through life stage transitions and developing healthy relationships and social skills. I have experience working with clients from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds, and I feel comfortable in offering faith-based counselling when requested.

Are you struggling to manage your emotions of sadness, anxiety, anger, overthinking and panic? Do you experience a sense of helplessness in understanding your own behavioral reactions? Sometimes, lack of control in life can create a sense of despair. The desire of being heard, understood, seen, heal and recover can contribute in our optimal functioning and well-being. Healing can help individuals have better relationship with themselves, their career, their environment and other people around them. Seeking therapy can be challenging however, not impossible. With trust and hope, you can reach the goals of your mental wellness.

I have been an individual, couple and family therapist and clinical supervisor in family service agencies and private practice for over twenty-five years. These experiences have provided me with the skills necessary to help people dealing with a diverse range of life's challenges. I have worked successfully with individuals, couples and families struggling with physical and mental illnesses, addictions, trauma, grief and loss, affairs, separation and divorce as well as other family stresses.

I have been working with people suffering from BPD and difficulties regulating emotions in clinical settings and private practice for over a decade now. I have also worked extensively with poly-substance and behavioural addictions, clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, age, and socioeconomic status, complex PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQ, and Sex Addiction. I have worked closely with Veterans, struggling with decades of combat trauma, victims of human trafficking, loss and grief. I have acquired this experience not only in individual and group setting, but also working with couples in outpatient and inpatient setting.

I welcome new clients. Depression, anxiety, trauma, and other debilitating emotions do not need to be the norm. Tap into the wisdom of your mind. Mindfulness is being in the present moment, which is the only moment you have control over. Meditation changes your brain chemistry. Both are skills you can learn and practice. Treat your mind like any other body part in pain, be tender, kind, and attentive. I am a Registered Psychotherapist with a degree in Psychology from McMaster University. I am a certified Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Facilitator. I specialize in using mindfulness and meditation to heal.

When life gets hard to deal with, it is good to have someone to talk to; Someone with the expertise, professionalism, and compassion to listen, ask the right questions to create clarity and help us find the solution or at least see the light at the end of the tunnel. When dealing with mental and emotional pain, someone with the proper training and experience could be the right person to turn to. I utilize over 10 years of experience in therapy practice to the full benefit of my clients dealing with grief, depression, and anxiety, including those dealing with chronic illnesses such as cancer, as well as youth and parents'

I have a unique background of over 30 years experience working with young children, adolescents and their families. I offer a variety of client centred psychotherapeutic services specializing in individual and family therapy. My relaxed play-based approach helps children explore difficult emotions and situations. I use a strength-based approach helping adolescents building their self confidence, self esteem and coping strategies. When parents feel capable and they are better able to understand their child's individuality the potential risks for mental health concerns decrease for every family member.

Feeling you are having difficulty identifying, dealing, or resolving issues of today. These issues can plague and disable our emotions and set us on a path full of fear, uncertainty, and a negative outcome. I am offering my services providing individual therapy and couples therapy. To make my services accessible to you both virtual and outdoor sessions are available. To answer any questions or concerns please contact me to arrange a free 15 minute telephone consultation. We will discuss the best approach to support you on a path towards meeting your needs and achieving your goals. I am a CRPO approved clinical supervisor.

Are you looking for a new therapist but don't know where to start? Whether you are trying therapy for the first time or finding someone new, the search can feel so overwhelming; we want to make it easier. Our team of therapists each has their own style and specialities, and we offer free matching consultations to help you find your fit. This means you can get specialized, high quality support without having to read countless profiles. With specialities from anxiety, trauma, and ADHD, to teen, couples, and music therapy, we can pair you with the therapist who knows how to support you with whatever you are seeking help for.

Kay Psychotherapy is thrilled to receive the 2024 Canada's Choice Award for Mental Health Services In Oshawa. What makes us a little different is that our accomplished team of therapists, all have 5+ years of professional training and a 10-year minimum of clinical experience. We've helped over 5000 Ontarians since 2012.

Do you want to develop strategies to better manage the thoughts, feelings and relationships that are holding you back from a healthy and productive life? Are you struggling to find enjoyment in life, experiencing mental or physical illness, grief, and loss, stress in your job, relationships or as a caregiver or parent? There are steps you can take to improve your psychological well-being, strengthen your relationships and attachments and move towards personal healing and growth. I am here to help you break the cycle or negative thoughts, emotions and relationships and take steps to experience a more positive and fulfilling life.