Strength-Based Therapists in L6K
Now Accepting New Patients - Are you hiding your pain? Feeling like you are barely holding on? Managing to function but no one else knows how you really feel inside? Do you feel overwhelmed, inadequate, exhausted and are questioning yourself - your ability to cope and juggle all of life's demands? Do you feel that you are struggling in your relationships and feeling uncertain, confused, or lonely? Are you experiencing your relationships as painful? Life happens, events occur that throw us all for a loop and can change our confidence and ability to cope and can lead to stress, anxiety, and feelings of depression.
Now Accepting New Patients - Are you hiding your pain? Feeling like you are barely holding on? Managing to function but no one else knows how you really feel inside? Do you feel overwhelmed, inadequate, exhausted and are questioning yourself - your ability to cope and juggle all of life's demands? Do you feel that you are struggling in your relationships and feeling uncertain, confused, or lonely? Are you experiencing your relationships as painful? Life happens, events occur that throw us all for a loop and can change our confidence and ability to cope and can lead to stress, anxiety, and feelings of depression.
Colleen O'Grady
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6K
Waitlist for new clients
Accepting New Clients! Life has a way of throwing us curveballs leaving us feeling overwhelmed and questioning our direction. I am passionate about helping adults make changes in their lives to reduce suffering and increase joy and happiness. I take a compassionate, trauma informed approach and specialize in supporting adults struggling with anxiety, depression, managing stress, emotion regulation, compassion fatigue, relationship issues, sexuality, and navigating life transitions. You can expect a kind, supportive, flexible, and non-judgmental experience. I look forward to supporting you on your journey to wellness!
Accepting New Clients! Life has a way of throwing us curveballs leaving us feeling overwhelmed and questioning our direction. I am passionate about helping adults make changes in their lives to reduce suffering and increase joy and happiness. I take a compassionate, trauma informed approach and specialize in supporting adults struggling with anxiety, depression, managing stress, emotion regulation, compassion fatigue, relationship issues, sexuality, and navigating life transitions. You can expect a kind, supportive, flexible, and non-judgmental experience. I look forward to supporting you on your journey to wellness!
Gillian Marit
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6K (Online Only)
You are in the thick of motherhood and find yourself saying “I love my child but… what happened to me? Is it this hard for everyone? Am I doing it right? What are these scary thoughts I’m having? How am I going to cope?” I understand. And I’ve been there. I am a maternal and perinatal mental health therapist, who is ready to support you with the ups and downs of parenthood. Whether it’s pregnancy, postpartum depression and anxiety, birth trauma, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, I’m here for it all.
You are in the thick of motherhood and find yourself saying “I love my child but… what happened to me? Is it this hard for everyone? Am I doing it right? What are these scary thoughts I’m having? How am I going to cope?” I understand. And I’ve been there. I am a maternal and perinatal mental health therapist, who is ready to support you with the ups and downs of parenthood. Whether it’s pregnancy, postpartum depression and anxiety, birth trauma, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, I’m here for it all.
People seek therapy for a variety of reasons. Some are hoping to deal with a specific issue such as trauma and loss or are facing difficulty adjusting to a new role like becoming a parent or a new phase in their life.
People seek therapy for a variety of reasons. Some are hoping to deal with a specific issue such as trauma and loss or are facing difficulty adjusting to a new role like becoming a parent or a new phase in their life.
Ketty Anggraini
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MPsy , (cand), RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6K
I offer therapeutic services to individuals and families throughout Ontario, encompassing a diverse range of age groups, from young children, and adolescents to adults. I work with clients dealing with problems related to anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, grief and loss, emotion regulation and behavioural difficulties, autism, multicultural issues, ADHD, self-harm, sexuality and gender, parenting, and life crises and transitions. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) at East lake Centre, working under the supervision of Dr. Karina Zorzella (Clinical Psychologist).
I offer therapeutic services to individuals and families throughout Ontario, encompassing a diverse range of age groups, from young children, and adolescents to adults. I work with clients dealing with problems related to anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, grief and loss, emotion regulation and behavioural difficulties, autism, multicultural issues, ADHD, self-harm, sexuality and gender, parenting, and life crises and transitions. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) at East lake Centre, working under the supervision of Dr. Karina Zorzella (Clinical Psychologist).
Uptown Wellness & Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6K
Hello and Congratulations on taking the first step to finding your wellness! If you are looking for a Social Worker/Therapist that specializes in children/youth/young adults and families you have come to the right profile. How can I help? The pandemic has created much hardship on families, and mental health struggles are real. Whether you are a caregiver or an individual, it is ok to ask for help. If you need help please reach out for support.
Hello and Congratulations on taking the first step to finding your wellness! If you are looking for a Social Worker/Therapist that specializes in children/youth/young adults and families you have come to the right profile. How can I help? The pandemic has created much hardship on families, and mental health struggles are real. Whether you are a caregiver or an individual, it is ok to ask for help. If you need help please reach out for support.
Deanna D Kiley
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MHS
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6K (Online Only)
Lets work together on a healthier you. When there are no clear answers, and you reach for help, you deserve a safe space to explore the issues. There is always hope. Life can be challenging, and you don't have to struggle alone. Your mental health can impact your physiological health, your work life, and your personal relationships. A mind body connection is important. I'm here to help you safely and privately unpack the challenges and build on your coping skills. Through counselling support, I've helped many people look at negative thinking patterns and use their strengths to move forward facing everyday challenges with ability.
Lets work together on a healthier you. When there are no clear answers, and you reach for help, you deserve a safe space to explore the issues. There is always hope. Life can be challenging, and you don't have to struggle alone. Your mental health can impact your physiological health, your work life, and your personal relationships. A mind body connection is important. I'm here to help you safely and privately unpack the challenges and build on your coping skills. Through counselling support, I've helped many people look at negative thinking patterns and use their strengths to move forward facing everyday challenges with ability.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. I am a member of OPA and CACBT. I utilize a variety of evidence-based treatment models including Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing (MI), as well as Prolonged Exposure. I work with a wide range of presenting difficulties, including depression, anxiety (social anxiety, panic, generalized anxiety, phobias), anger, insomnia, chronic pain, bereavement, relationship difficulties, addictions, chronic health problems and trauma.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. I am a member of OPA and CACBT. I utilize a variety of evidence-based treatment models including Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing (MI), as well as Prolonged Exposure. I work with a wide range of presenting difficulties, including depression, anxiety (social anxiety, panic, generalized anxiety, phobias), anger, insomnia, chronic pain, bereavement, relationship difficulties, addictions, chronic health problems and trauma.
Charlotte Marie Tautrims
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MBA, MA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6K
The aftermath of traumatic and life changing events can show up in a wide variety of ways in our lives and our bodies. The ever present hypervigilance one needs to hold any sense of safety can become overwhelming and truly exhausting. Reaching out for help can feel like an impossible feat but it is important to know you are not alone and there are safe spaces to process your pain. With help, it is possible to carry these experiences differently. What you have experienced has shaped you but does not have to define you, your relationships, or your future.
The aftermath of traumatic and life changing events can show up in a wide variety of ways in our lives and our bodies. The ever present hypervigilance one needs to hold any sense of safety can become overwhelming and truly exhausting. Reaching out for help can feel like an impossible feat but it is important to know you are not alone and there are safe spaces to process your pain. With help, it is possible to carry these experiences differently. What you have experienced has shaped you but does not have to define you, your relationships, or your future.
Kristy DaSilva
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, CRPO, BSc
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6K
I work with children, teens and adults who present with various mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, behavioural problems, self-harm, and suicidal ideations. I aim to provide you with a safe and confidential space where you can speak freely about your experience without any fear of judgement. I am here to listen and will follow your lead, moving at whatever pace feels comfortable for you.
I work with children, teens and adults who present with various mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, behavioural problems, self-harm, and suicidal ideations. I aim to provide you with a safe and confidential space where you can speak freely about your experience without any fear of judgement. I am here to listen and will follow your lead, moving at whatever pace feels comfortable for you.
Selena Frendo
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q), MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6K
Throughout our lives we naturally experience ups and downs. These fluctuations in mood may also bring about challenging thoughts and feelings that we hold onto, unsure of how to let them go. I believe that collaboratively working with individuals to explore these thoughts and feelings in a safe, trusting, and non-judgemental environment can help them get where they want to go. In encompassing a person-centered approach to therapy, I believe that you are the expert on your own life. My goal is to help guide and support you on your journey of self-discovery and self-exploration.
Throughout our lives we naturally experience ups and downs. These fluctuations in mood may also bring about challenging thoughts and feelings that we hold onto, unsure of how to let them go. I believe that collaboratively working with individuals to explore these thoughts and feelings in a safe, trusting, and non-judgemental environment can help them get where they want to go. In encompassing a person-centered approach to therapy, I believe that you are the expert on your own life. My goal is to help guide and support you on your journey of self-discovery and self-exploration.
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I'm looking forward to meeting you, and I recognize how difficult it can be to create change in our lives. We may feel pain or discomfort when experiencing loss, anxiety, trauma, or substance abuse, and it may be challenging to do this alone. Having experienced many difficult life events, such as divorce, death of a spouse, and being a mom of 3 adult children, I sought therapy to get me through the challenges I was experiencing. I know the pain that accompanies major life transitions and how overwhelming life can be when you feel like you have no control or support.
I'm looking forward to meeting you, and I recognize how difficult it can be to create change in our lives. We may feel pain or discomfort when experiencing loss, anxiety, trauma, or substance abuse, and it may be challenging to do this alone. Having experienced many difficult life events, such as divorce, death of a spouse, and being a mom of 3 adult children, I sought therapy to get me through the challenges I was experiencing. I know the pain that accompanies major life transitions and how overwhelming life can be when you feel like you have no control or support.
Tupak Psychotherapy Oakville
Registered Psychotherapist, BA Hons, MEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6K
In-person and after-hours in Oakville. Relationships can seem complicated. Do you feel overwhelmed or at a lack of words when trying to communicate with your partner, parents, or children? Is it difficult for you to communicate or recognize your needs or to set boundaries in personal or professional relationships? Therapy can help to discover yourself and to work through relationship challenges including practical matters such as conflicting ideas, balancing different expectations, and reconnecting, as well as deeper rooted issues originating form relationship trauma including adverse childhood experiences, infidelity, or abuse.
In-person and after-hours in Oakville. Relationships can seem complicated. Do you feel overwhelmed or at a lack of words when trying to communicate with your partner, parents, or children? Is it difficult for you to communicate or recognize your needs or to set boundaries in personal or professional relationships? Therapy can help to discover yourself and to work through relationship challenges including practical matters such as conflicting ideas, balancing different expectations, and reconnecting, as well as deeper rooted issues originating form relationship trauma including adverse childhood experiences, infidelity, or abuse.
If you or someone in your life is facing emotional or relationship difficulties, I will be able to help. For the past 25 years I have worked in a variety of community and mental health settings, helping clients with a wide range of issues including stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions, relationship-family conflicts, infidelity, anger management, and in coping with difficult life transitions.
If you or someone in your life is facing emotional or relationship difficulties, I will be able to help. For the past 25 years I have worked in a variety of community and mental health settings, helping clients with a wide range of issues including stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions, relationship-family conflicts, infidelity, anger management, and in coping with difficult life transitions.
Dara Pappas Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6K (Online Only)
Whether you're recently diagnosed, or have been on this journey since childhood, living with ADHD can be overwhelming and leave you feeling out of control, frustrated with yourself and exhausted! The field has grown rapidly and, despite the best intentions, no one has the time to sort through all the information available through social media, books, podcasts, etc. That's where I come in! Rely on my personal and professional expertise to sort through the overwhelming amount of information. Together we can identify and implement strategies and tools specifically tailored to your unique ADHD-related challenges.
Whether you're recently diagnosed, or have been on this journey since childhood, living with ADHD can be overwhelming and leave you feeling out of control, frustrated with yourself and exhausted! The field has grown rapidly and, despite the best intentions, no one has the time to sort through all the information available through social media, books, podcasts, etc. That's where I come in! Rely on my personal and professional expertise to sort through the overwhelming amount of information. Together we can identify and implement strategies and tools specifically tailored to your unique ADHD-related challenges.
Are you seeking answers? Answers about why you or your child are struggling academically, behaviourally or emotionally? Answers about why it is so hard to stay focused and be organized? Have you wondered if your child could be gifted? Have you been feeling lonely, sad, worried or unmotivated? Do you wonder why your relationships with others are strained? Have you asked yourself how you will ever feel happy again after what you have been through? Are you seeking answers about how you can get unstuck, thrive and be the best you possible?
Are you seeking answers? Answers about why you or your child are struggling academically, behaviourally or emotionally? Answers about why it is so hard to stay focused and be organized? Have you wondered if your child could be gifted? Have you been feeling lonely, sad, worried or unmotivated? Do you wonder why your relationships with others are strained? Have you asked yourself how you will ever feel happy again after what you have been through? Are you seeking answers about how you can get unstuck, thrive and be the best you possible?
You’re feeling anxious, unhappy and stuck, but unsure what to do. Everyone thinks you have it all, but underneath the facade you know that something is not right. You see others who seem to be coping well during this time, but you don’t think this is possible for you. You want to stop the negative self defeating thoughts that keep you so anxious but can’t. Deep down you know you could have greater satisfaction in your relationships, be healthier and enjoy your job, but you don’t have the tools required to make lasting change. You long to be a better parent to your children but can’t seem to communicate effectively with them.
You’re feeling anxious, unhappy and stuck, but unsure what to do. Everyone thinks you have it all, but underneath the facade you know that something is not right. You see others who seem to be coping well during this time, but you don’t think this is possible for you. You want to stop the negative self defeating thoughts that keep you so anxious but can’t. Deep down you know you could have greater satisfaction in your relationships, be healthier and enjoy your job, but you don’t have the tools required to make lasting change. You long to be a better parent to your children but can’t seem to communicate effectively with them.
Hello and welcome! I am a clinical psychologist licensed in Ontario and I work with children, adolescents, adults and families. Over the last 15 years I have been providing assessment, therapy and consultation for a variety of concerns and issues. I am able to provide developmental, educational, and diagnostic assessments. I am also trained to provide Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). I also draw from other approaches that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and collaborative problem solving.
Hello and welcome! I am a clinical psychologist licensed in Ontario and I work with children, adolescents, adults and families. Over the last 15 years I have been providing assessment, therapy and consultation for a variety of concerns and issues. I am able to provide developmental, educational, and diagnostic assessments. I am also trained to provide Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). I also draw from other approaches that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and collaborative problem solving.
Balance is the key to wellbeing. Life brings its ups and downs and there are times we struggle to keep our balance and harness our inner strength. If you or someone else in your life is going through a difficult time, emotionally or in relationships, I am able to provide therapeutic support. I use a combination of evidence based and creative approaches, that are effective in addressing a variety of concerns.
Balance is the key to wellbeing. Life brings its ups and downs and there are times we struggle to keep our balance and harness our inner strength. If you or someone else in your life is going through a difficult time, emotionally or in relationships, I am able to provide therapeutic support. I use a combination of evidence based and creative approaches, that are effective in addressing a variety of concerns.
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Strength-Based Counsellors
How does strength-based therapy work?
During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.
Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?
Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.
How long does strength-based therapy last?
There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.
How effective is strength-based therapy?
Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.