Schema Therapy in Clarksburg, ON

I have 19 years of experience as a Registered Social Worker providing treatment for individuals who are experiencing a range of struggles including; relationship breakdown, stress, anxiety, substance use, and sleep difficulties. Seeking help and support feels scary and it takes courage to reach out. I would like to help you embrace your inherent resilience and expand your inner strength. Existing in a place of distress is mentally exhausting, emotionally taxing and physically draining. There is another way, and you have it within you to discover there is more to life than merely existing.

Are you feeling disconnected to yourself, loved ones, or society? Do you question whether you are a good father, son, or partner? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, powerless, guilty, or "not normal". Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support. Often, this struggle may lead to addiction, anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, suicidal ideation, poor relationships, grief, low self-esteem, or low self-worth. First Step Men's Therapy offers a safe, warm, and inviting space for men to heal, learn, and grow. Book a free consultation today. No waitlist - Click the "website" button to start!

Sometimes we go through hard things and don't know how to handle them or ourselves. Change is hard to make but possible and its easier to do when your being honest and with someone supporting and helping to navigate the things. If you want to do some digging, exploring yourself, connecting some dots, hearing strategies around your automatic responses to things I like to do that too. I support clients in learning about themselves and I especially enjoy working with clients who are diagnosed or suspect they have ADHD. The uniqueness connected with ADHD can be challenging at times but also be an amazing source of creativity!

My name is Joanna and I am a registered clinical Social Worker. Accessing therapy takes immense courage and I am honoured to support you in taking this step. I work from a strengths-based, trauma-informed perspective. I provide counselling to adolescents and adults experiencing a variety of challenges including; anxiety, depression, unhelpful thinking patterns, low self-esteem, workplace/school concerns, relationship conflict, and complex trauma. I believe that engaging in therapy will help you to develop effective coping skills and enhance your inherent resiliency to manage stressors in life.

Trauma impacts many facets of our lives. It alters our view of self, personality and identity, ability to relate to others, and ability to navigate the world. Trauma incorporates many events, big and small, including emotional neglect, abusive relationships, sudden loss, witnessing tragic events, and illness. In response, you become anxious, stressed, and depressed and experience intrusive thoughts, fear, and anger. Often, you may feel alone or trapped and are easily triggered. It feels like you cannot be yourself.

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.

Over the years I have specialized in working with adults to help them thrive in relationships and social situations. My goal is to help individuals and couples achieve, and most importantly, sustain healthy relationships. Specializing in social anxiety and assertiveness, dating and relationships, as well as family planning and parenting. My number one objective is to provide you with the proper strategies to have successful interactions with the important people in your life. My practice includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based Approaches, Young Schema Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).

Is your mental health getting in the way of the things you want to do? Does therapy often seem unaffordable or inaccessible? I want to work with you! I take a person-centered approach, allowing the client to take the lead and actively work towards positive change. I am passionate about working with those who struggle with personality disorders, difficulties with self-worth, trauma, and depression/anxiety. I believe that a compassionate listener can be a catalyst to needed change.

The impacts of trauma rewire the brain and nervous system to experience the world as a threatening place. This adaptation alters how we relate to ourselves and others, and it leads us away from authentic identity. Trauma, whether big or small, includes events like past childhood abuse, emotional neglect, violence, grief, rejection, chronic pain and illness, to name a few. You may become stressed, anxious, experience intrusive thoughts, fear, and rage. You may feel alone, easily triggered, trapped, and like there’s a void within—like you just can’t be yourself again. Yet, you have no clue that it all stems from unprocessed trauma.

As a compassionate and dedicated therapist, I specialize in helping individuals overcome attachment challenges and transform their lives. If you find that your attachment patterns are preventing you from connecting deeply in relationships, you’re not alone. Many of us struggle with vulnerability, even with ourselves. But there’s hope.

Believe in yourself and your capabilities. Within you lies an incredible power capable of overcoming any challenge. My purpose is to walk alongside you, providing a structured approach that allows you to delve into the core of your emotions. Together, we'll uncover the roots of your struggles and spark the flame of your resilience. Through this journey, you'll discover true happiness and fulfillment in your life.

Stuck. Isolated. Broken. Powerless. Lost. Hopeless. Many men often face unique challenges and experiences that can be difficult to navigate on their own. Whether it's societal expectations around masculinity, relationship issues, stress, anxiety, past trauma, or an addiction, men may feel like they have to "tough it out" and resolve with their problems on their own without support or guidance. Seeking therapy can be a powerful way for men to address these challenges and develop the skills and tools they need to lead fulfilling and meaningful lives. Book a free 20-minute consultation by clicking the "Website" button to get started.

Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues or trauma, our compassionate and skilled therapists can help you gain a better understanding and increased clarity of your struggles, with the purpose of providing ways to resolve those difficulties. Whether you're looking for a practical and solution-focussed approach or for a more in-depth and exploratory process, our therapists can accomodate your needs. If you are unsure as to what might be more beneficial for you, a brief phone consultation with Avi Davis, the Clinical Director, will help guide you.

I am currently accepting new clients! - Are you a preteen, teen or young adult that feels as if life is kicking your butt? You don't know how to feel with the stress and anxiety of everyday life? Or, you don't know how to make the right plans to set you up for the rest of your life? Going through life is tough, and sometimes no-one else understands, or will not give the time of day to listen. This may lead to depression, barriers in your everyday life, and just an overall overwhelming sense of being. All of these challenges are difficult, but very real. Your feelings, thoughts, and behaviours are all valid!

Have you found yourself struggling with transition in your life: a new baby, unexpected event or are you feeling like your life is not your own? Small things are overwhelming, you lash out at your partner too often, or catch yourself crying out of nowhere and feel alone. If you are feeling anxious, unfulfilled or unable to handle the impact of life - from parenthood, work or even childhood memory - we can help. As a woman you feel pulled between you roles: You aren't crazy and you aren't alone. Feeling disconnected from yourself after major life changes is a real struggle. We can work together co-creating your best you.

Accepting New Clients! Are you a Gen Z or Millenial who suffers from anxiety? If you find your mind racing with critical thoughts about yourself, social events, work or school, I'm here to help. Maybe for you, you're at a crossroads: an ending of a relationship, loss of a job, graduating from university, and you're finding yourself searching for meaning. You did all the things you were "supposed" to do - shouldn't you be happy? Despite your hard work and best intentions, when your head hits the pillow at night, the thoughts and anxieties just won't stop.

Life is complicated and often quite overwhelming. Reaching out for help is a courageous way to gain insight and support for creating better tomorrows. I aim to provide an easy place to explore your challenges and discover your strengths-based way forward. My approach is relational with the focus of tailoring a lifetime of experience and education to your unique situation. Together we will build the awarenesses, tools and strategies needed for healing and growth. I am comfortable and competent responding to most issues of mental health and well-being, and welcome all peoples with open sensitivity and respect.

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.

Hello, my name is Kelly-Lee, I believe that every person is entitled to live a life that is healthy, wealthy and wise. For almost 20 years, I have worked with a wide variety of individuals, couples and groups from a diverse range of socioeconomic, cultural and sexually diverse backgrounds to help empower them to overcome misaligned belief systems that were blocking their mental health, their sense of harmony and well-being. My psychotherapy and counselling work are primarily Adlerian based and incorporates an eclectic array of cognitive, psychodynamic, experiential, somatic and evidence-based therapies.