Therapists in N1G

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?

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.

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.

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 experiencing some challenges with your health and well-being? Perhaps things are feeling overwhelming and you need some support. I've experienced these challenges myself and how therapy can help, and I hope to now provide that support with the various clients I work with. I believe in working in collaborative relationship with my clients to help connect to your inner strengths and resources to find healing and connection with the self. As a pre-certified music therapist, I can also incorporate music into our psychotherapy sessions and use creative method to explore identity and healing. No prior musical experience required!

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 am passionate about working with LGBTQ+ people, people of colour, and youth ages 12-19. I work with those who may struggle with anxiety, life transitions, grief, those seeking culturally sensitive and aware therapy, and those looking to improve on their self esteem. I work with families and couples of all shapes and sizes. I work from a place of compassion, care, and humour where therapy can become a space to play around with ideas and curiosities.

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.

Do you find yourself feeling constantly overwhelmed? Is your mind full of worry and/or regret? Are you preoccupied by thoughts that no matter how hard you try, you feel like you are disappointing yourself and/or those closest to you? You are not alone, I can help!

We often minimize our own experiences, needs or desires and "push through" because we think we should. These learned strategies may have been integral to getting through certain stages of life, but can now be holding you back from connection, confidence, and satisfaction. If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disengaged with your own voice, my aim is to help you foster understanding, self-compassion and co-construct unique, manageable strategies that free you up to respond to situations, and yourself, with greater confidence, clarity and authenticity; opening possibilities for a more fulfilling connection to yourself and others.

My goal is to create a safe space for you to explore your current challenges, while empowering you to heal and understand your true self. I work with individuals, and couples, and offer a free consultation to see if I am the right therapist to support you on this journey. To me, expressing and uncovering needs and creating boundaries are an imperative practice in therapy. I believe life experiences have great impact in shaping our views of the world and will collaborate with you to find your own unique path of growth and change. I hold an anti-oppressive stance, so that you can feel validated and safely explore your experiences.

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 experiencing chronic pain, illness or anxiety? Are you a first responder trying to cope with constant exposure to trauma? Are you looking for something more than standard talk therapy? Maybe you're exhausted by flashbacks, nightmares and panic. You may think “my stuff isn't as bad as the guy or girl next to me”, however, our struggles aren’t measured by the event(s), they are based on our unique lens and experience. Feelings of numbness, shame and anger are all perfectly valid reactions to any painful experience. Two heads are better than one! Lets work together to get you the relief you deserve.

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.

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.

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.

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.