Therapists in North Gower, ON

People come to see me to heal from past trauma, to find ways to face challenges of today and to grow into who they long to be. Many are wrestling with the effects of that trauma on their day to day lives and relationships. Some who come to see me struggle with questions of meaning and faith. Some wrestle with issues of guilt and shame and seek healing on that deep level. All are looking to walk strong on their path.

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.

Are you feeling stuck? Do you want to make a change and just don’t know where to begin? Do you need a different perspective than that of your friends and family around you regarding your life situation? I have a passion for working with individuals and couples looking to make a change or those who are facing a crossroad or large transition in their lives and are needing some strategies, guidance and support navigating these changes. I like to help guide others towards living their best life using the strength and resources they already have, through skills and practical guidance.

Are you experiencing feelings of inadequacy, anxiety, grief and other overwhelming emotions? Are you navigating the lasting effects of trauma and its impact your identity and relationships? Often our symptoms are part of survival mechanisms that helped us in the past. Unfortunately, they can lead to unwanted behaviours in our present lives that can cause us shame and self-loathing. What you really deserve is compassion and care towards your pain. It takes a great deal of courage to embark on a path of healing and growth, and I consider it a privilege to work along side you throughout your journey.

Congratulations on taking such an important step towards healing and personal growth! I look forward to providing you with a safe space to collaboratively explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences. Together, we will explore and address the root causes of your concerns, enabling you to move towards an authentic and meaningful life. I am honoured to partner with members of LGBTQ+ and racialized communities and endeavour to understand how experiences of marginalization and oppression impact you and your loved ones. I am also passionate about supporting clients with ADHD or those who identify as neurodivergent in some capacity.

Accepting some new clients! You are in the right spot if you are feeling stressed out, anxious, and overwhelmed in general or by life transitions. It is also the right spot for you (individually or as a couple) if you’re feeling lost in navigating your relationships; if you feel as though your needs aren’t being met; if you’re having difficulties engaging with sex and intimacy; or if you don’t know how to get “unstuck” from unhelpful patterns. Moving through life and relationships are basic parts of the human experience and yet, they can feel SO hard. Know that this is natural and it is where our work begins.

Welcome! As a queer therapist and artist, I’m guided by my mixed English, Irish, Franco-Ontarian, and Anishinaabe ancestry. I would be honoured to walk with you on your journey, offering a supportive, open, and empathetic environment for exploring your experiences and inherent wisdom. My practice is trauma-informed, strengths-based, and client-centered. Whether you're navigating overwhelming emotions, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, substance use, or mood disorders, my commitment is to create a compassionate and safe space for untangling these challenges.

Are you experiencing anxiety or panic? Do you feel depressed and overwhelmed with sadness? Are you having relationship issues, or has an important relationship just ended? I can help with that. I have the tools you need that can help you to feel better so you can take your life back. I have been where you are, and I want to help you so you don’t have to suffer anymore. It can feel like a struggle to get out of bed, to interact with others, or to go to school or work. It can be hard to take that first step. In your complimentary phone session, you will be heard, and greeted with gentle compassion, non-judgement, comfort and empathy.

Heidi is a passionate advocate of personal growth and resilience, firmly believing in the transformative power that lies within each individual to overcome challenges. As a Registered Social Worker, she brings an unwavering commitment to her clients, fostering an atmosphere of warmth, creativity, compassion, and empathy in her therapeutic relationships. Heidi's therapeutic practice is rooted in anti-oppressive and strength-based perspectives, emphasizing the empowerment and resilience of her clients. By prioritizing the mind-body connection, Heidi adopts a client-centered and holistic approach to therapy.

It's undeniable that life is hard. It's filled with difficulties that we don't always know how to navigate and that make us feel stuck. Another undeniable truth is that there's help + support along the way, and it's possible to feel unstuck. I view therapy as a journey helping you find healing and solutions to your struggles within yourself. My mission as a therapist is to help Black and racialized people navigate life's challenges and uncertainties with more understanding, acceptance, flexibility, and resilience—whether you're dealing with family, romantic relationships, work/school, friendships, or your relationship with yourself.

Are you struggling with low desire? Do you want to improve your sex life and communication with your partner? Do you experience sexual pain? Exploring intimacy and sex can be scary! You deserve a helping hand to unpack the problem at hand and move towards a hopeful future. Whether with a partner or by yourself, I’m here to co-create your path forward. Whatever issues you (and your partner) face, you deserve healing and health. You are not the problem – your problem is the problem.

I specialize in supporting women who are experiencing, stress, anxiety, or burnout. Finding a balance between the demands of work, home, and personal care can feel impossible. You may be having trouble sleeping, relying on self-destructive behaviours to cope, or not knowing where to turn. Whether you are overwhelmed with work, experiencing tension or conflict in your relationships, want support with your ongoing sobriety, or feel lonely and disconnected, I'm here to help.

Confused, drained or ALONE in your relationship? Are you putting the needs of others before your own? Are you changing yourself (like a chameleon) in order to feel appreciated? If the other person becomes your main focus and you modify your behaviors and ignore your needs to keep the relationship going at any cost, you have codependency. Codependents are MAGNETS for entitled, narcissistic, grandiose personalities. The ensuing relationship can stumble along for a LONG time, requiring huge amounts of effort and energy to keep up until finally it falls apart. When it does, you feel betrayed and abandoned (codependent's biggest fear).

I am passionate about working with you to achieve your goals. We will work in collaboration to decide what treatment plan suits your life, and to help you feel more empowered. My approach is trauma-informed, which means I will work with you to understand the roots of your difficulties, challenges, and struggles for you to be able to design and create a better future for yourself, and your family.

Hello and welcome! I'm a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist and I look forward to connecting with you. Searching for the right therapist can be a daunting task, especially when this is likely a vulnerable time in your life. I hope my profile can provide you with a bit of clarity and calm in your search. If we were to work together, my priority would be to build a trusting and genuine therapeutic relationship with you. I strive to provide a nonjudgmental, empathetic space for self-exploration, processing difficult experiences/emotions, and working towards your goals. I also always encourage feedback from you along the way.

It's not easy navigating through life - as your guide, I am here to support you. I promote mental health and wellness through therapy sessions. I have an interest and expertise in counseling vulnerable populations. I am proud to guide and support clients of all backgrounds. You will be motivated and supported in using your voice and overcoming the adversities and trauma you are facing. You can ask me about my pro bono rate.

So you're feeling stuck. You're so good at intellectualizing things but it's hard to slow down and make space for your emotions. You know the familiar back and forth between doing everything all at once or not being able to get up from the couch. The anxiety, perfectionism, uncertainty, past trauma, worries, and internal clutter cloud your mind. Sometimes it all feels like too much to handle, so you numb out. Still, you want to understand your patterns and process your past. You are ready to put in the work.

As you go along in life, do you find yourself switching between different moods and hijacked by so many contradictory feelings and impulses that feel out of your control or conscious awareness? You may wish to live life more fully and meaningfully while you find yourself inhibited or limited with struggles between your wish for involvement in ordinary life and fear of leaving the house, mistrust of relationships, or hopelessness about future. In dealing with these personal challenges, you may feel flooded and severely anxious or in trying to disconnect or deny these responses, may feel chronically depressed and alienated from self.

Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. There can be challenges from difficult relationships and break-ups to stress at work to adjusting to a change in you life (a new baby or the death of a loved one). You may feel stuck, not knowing which way to turn, or what to do next. It's important that you know that you don't have to go through this alone. You can manage these changes and find insight to your questions through therapy. At Vivian Therapy, our team of therapists will find ways to understand what's going on and develop skills to manage these challenges.