Therapists in Montréal, QC

No matter what problem you are facing, you do not have to do it alone. Life is wrought with ups and downs and my ultimate goal as a therapist is to help clients work through problems. I strive to help people find the tools they need to achieve the best possible outcomes allowing them to live their best lives. I understand that sometimes it can be difficult to put into words the exact nature of what is troubling you but I am confident that with dedication we will find a solution.

My clinical work spans 30+ years as a private practitioner in the Greater Montreal Region. For 29 years I served as a Psychologist and Department Head at Summit School for the Developmentally Disabled. Additionally, I have worked as a research consultant and lead therapist at The Montreal Children's Hospital Department of Psychiatry (MCH). My work on the team at MCH predominantly focused on identifying effective multimodal treatments for children and adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Presently, I work adults of all ages in my private practice at the Applied Learning Center in Montreal.

My clients are interested in achieving goals through insight creation. Together we can work through themes of family of origin, interpersonal relationships, attachment, emotion regulation, gender- and sexuality-related stress, and moreover, the underlying roots to current, stressful realities.

I am an art therapist with post-graduate training in sandplay therapy and cognitive-behavioural therapy. My academic training includes a master in Art Therapy from Concordia University and a master in Fine Arts from Europe. Offering individual and group art therapy sessions for children and adults of all ages, I combine a person-centred orientation with extensive clinical skills in accompanying my clients when dealing with traumatic events, depression, anxiety, dysfunctional patterns, life transitions, work-related stress, and relationship difficulties.

Difficult life challenges and decisions can be overwhelming. Clients can feel stuck and directionless. I have a real capacity to help clients gain better understanding and create change. I have a Masters in Counselling, McGill University and am a certified Executive/Life Coach. Clients can have challenges that benefit not just from awareness or insight but also need behavioural change. I facilitate clients to learn practical skills and explore issues more deeply. Having lived and worked overseas for 10 years in several different countries means I have cultural awareness. I am skilled at picking out the real issues and concerns.

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In my practice, I work with clients who are grappling with a range of issues, from navigating their gender or sexual orientation in a world that often lacks understanding and acceptance, to managing the unique challenges that come with being/suspecting being neurodiverse. Many of my clients struggle with internalized shame and societal stigma, and my goal is to reduce these barriers by fostering a sense of validation and support. Additionally, I specialize in working with individuals who struggle with codependency and relational wounds, helping them navigate healthier relationship dynamics.

I find it rewarding to accompany people who struggle because they feel different, who have difficulties understanding certain aspects of their identity, or who are going through important life transitions. Maybe you want to revisit a stubborn impression that something is wrong with you. You may have experienced losses and have a hard time finding your footing again. You may be tired of trying to fit into a world that doesn’t really seem designed for you. And, when you pay more attention to your needs, you may encounter guilt, shame, or a realization that you are not sure what your needs are anymore.

I am a licensed psychologist with the OPQ. I have worked for over ten years serving preschoolers, children, adolescents, adults, and families in community day treatment, hospital, schools and private practice in Quebec, New York and Michigan. I provide comprehensive psycho-educational and diagnostic assessments, consultation and therapy to clients who wish to better understand their strengths and weaknesses and improve impairment, including: ADHD, ASD, giftedness, intellectual and developmental disabilities. I also work collaboratively with other professionals to ensure best practices.

I offer collaborative, empowering, and non-pathologizing drama therapy to adults and children. Creative arts therapy uses movement, story, art, and metaphor to re-establish communication between mind and body and unlock self-expression. My work is embodied: I sensitise my clients to the knowledge the body holds, support them to reinstate harmony between the physical and the mental, and integrate these practices into their daily lives.

I have been working to help my clients overcome difficulties and challenges in private practice as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Creative Arts Therapist since 2004. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in a supportive and strength based framework, helping my clients identify and work through whatever may be holding them back from manifesting their best self. I have treated clients with issues related to/stemming from: Depression, Anxiety, Self-mutilative behaviours, Bullying/social marginalization, Eating Disorders, Sexuality, Adjustment Disorders, Family Life Cycle Events, Divorce, Trauma, Illness / grief. Additionally I am trained in EMDR and employ this modality when applicable.

I believe that seeking support from another human being is a very natural thing to do. As a therapist, I believe that my humanity is an asset in supporting clients as they work through challenges, developing a deeper understanding of their lives. As a counsellor and art therapist, I focus on creating a therapeutic relationship based on trust, where I bring a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach paired with my training to help clients work through whatever challenges they are facing. I have a special passion for working with immigrants and refugees: as a newcomer to Canada, I understand the struggles that are often presented.

Hello, radiant soul! I am an Art Therapist with a Social Work background. I specialize in trauma and I work with children, adults and families to help them recognize and affirm their resilience and resources. I aim to offer a safe haven for self-discovery and transformation through creative arts. I see humans as the artists of their lives, who use a unique pallet to distinguish and define them. I am a guest on their inner journey, helping them to navigate their emotions, memories, and identities that shape their whole person. My role is to support my clients to find creative paths to heal, repair and develop better coping skills.

My approach can be described as strength-based and client-centered. I believe that the client must feel empowered, supported and dignified at all times. Clients who have had complicated lives, will often have trouble envisioning positive outcomes to their life story. This can impede and prevent growth and self- fulfillment. My job is to help clients to identify obstacles, work through impeding emotions, and arm them with new strategies. The effort should be collaborative. With my guidance, clients can shed their "negative narrative" and thus feel a sense of renewed hope. The future should seem one of possibility.

My job is to help my client realize his/her goals. Through our sessions we will discuss issues, behaviours, anxieties, stressors and coping mechanisms. A history and understanding family dynamics will help use to change patterns of behavior that are no longer necessary as they were in the past .

As a CHILD and ADOLESCENT psychologist, I offer psycho-educational assessments (ADHD, dyslexia and other Learning Disabilities). I work with schools to ensure that your child gets the accommodations and support he or she needs. I also provide therapy to children and teens who struggle with behavior problems, anxiety and low self-esteem. Families undergoing divorce/separation are offered guidance and support. In my work I use the solution-focused approach that capitalizes on clients' existing strengths and helps them address problems in playful and creative ways. If you are worried about your child, it's time to act!

Maya Angelou once said, “there is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you”. I am here to support you in expressing your untold stories. I will witness and listen to your untold stories and help you express and process them through the tools that expressive arts therapies provide, particularly art. Art therapy is a less challenging medium to explore your emotional needs. Through our art therapy sessions I will help you catch those overwhelming emotions and entangled thoughts. Together we will be able to find the best strategies for you to make the changes you need to feel better and heal.

From the first phone contact and the moment you walk through the office (or virtual) door, I will welcome you with a down-to-earth style, listening ear, a caring heart, and active coping support. Whether you struggle with anxiety, OCD, mood difficulties, tics, relationship troubles or other difficulties, you will feel safe, supported, and seen as you process your thoughts and feelings, develop new insight, and learn new skills to overcome your difficulties. With this approach, therapy can help restore your sense of calm, bring peace of mind, and foster a greater feeling of well-being in your daily life.

Even though you may have close friends or loved-ones in whom you can confide, sometimes you can feel like you are going round in circles, or you worry about over-burdening them. The recent pandemic has brought many challenges to all of our lives and I specialise in working with individuals and couples who are struggling in their relationships and communications with others. Depending on the difficulties you are facing, as well as your personality style, different approaches can be used to help you manage better.