SunLife Therapists in North Bay, ON

Have you experienced a past trauma that is causing nightmares, unpleasant memories or strong emotions like guilt and shame? We work with people who are looking for practical ways to change the negative cycle of anxiety or are stuck in the vicious cycle of trauma-related symptoms. We work with a variety of people and trauma histories including near-death experiences, witnessing death, war, sexual and physical abuse, traumatic loss like suicide or accidental overdose, etc.

Accepting new clients! Bright Raven is a group practice located in North Bay ON. The seasons of our lives can be peaceful or challenging; therapy may be beneficial at any point during your journey. There may be moments when we are met with life’s challenges and losses, where we question our decisions, worthiness and where we fit in relationships. Do you feel like you are unraveling, raw with your emotions, and uncertain about the future? Whatever brings you to therapy, know that your courage to seek help is the first step in getting better. We look forward to working with you as you explore yourself and reach your wellness goals.

Hello, I am currently accepting new in-person and online clients. Working together, we can improve your coping skills, set healthy boundaries, and better regulate your emotions. Together we can develop ways to get the life you want by broadening insights to overcome challenges and plan what steps are needed to achieve your goals. For those with ADHD, I share additional guidance on proven behavioural approaches that will help you develop effective ways of working, learning and relating to others.

Welcome! People often seek therapy when they feel emotional pain, they are stuck or they are uncertain about a path forward. Feeling better, deciding what to do and having a more satisfying life can be challenging. People from many walks of life face these challenges. If you are reading this, it means you are taking a good step to improve your situation: you are looking for a therapist that can help. Taking time to find a therapist that is right for you makes good sense!

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 by clicking the "Website" button to learn more.

Navigating through life can be challenging, especially when you are faced with additional stressors such as anxiety, depression, grief and trauma. With over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health as a nurse and case manager, I have extensive experience helping people through these difficulties. I take an empathic and compassionate approach with each client and work collaboratively to reach therapeutic goals.

NOW available spots on Friday afternoons! If you are someone struggling to cope with life’s challenges, are a parent needing support, a professional feeling overwhelmed, a couple wanting to make things work or are someone grieving a loss, know that you are not alone. Life can be overwhelming and I strongly believe the only way out of hardship is through. I have over nine years of experience working in mental health and my practice is open to anyone facing hardships, life transitions, or simply seeking a deeper awareness of self. Whatever it is you are going through, we can face it together.

Imagine feeling trapped in a whirlpool of anxiety, unable to pause and take a breath. Or envision a racing mind that won’t slow down enough to focus on the strategies that could help. Conventional therapies might have all the right answers, but the body refuses to cooperate. You know WHAT to do, but your body and brain won't listen! Whether it’s extreme anxiety, hypervigilance, or attention deficit problems, challenges often lie in a constant battle between the sympathetic (fight or flight) and parasympathetic (rest and digest) nervous systems that leave many people caught in an unproductive cycle.

Are you a military veteran, public safety personnel, or their family member and looking for counselling that considers the military/first responder culture? Innate Renewal is here to help. Founded by Lindsay Maclean, an experienced social worker, longtime military/veteran spouse, and former first responder (fire), Innate Renewal offers accessible counselling services that consider the military/first responder culture.

"Telling is transformative. When we let someone know what we have lived through and that person hears us with respect and genuine caring, we begin a process of change essential to healing." (Bass & Davis, Courage to Heal, p.106) Individual or couple consultation can help start the process of healing which can induce confidence and skills to develop or regain Wise Intimate Connections. If conflict resolution is needed to reach your goal, we also provide Family Mediation and are a Member of the Collaborative Law Group of Sudbury. Nos services sont bilingues. We can provide online sessions using "OnCall Health".

Counselling / Psychotherapy for Adults, Adolescents and Couples. Scope of practice includes mental health struggles (anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder); relationship Issues; addictions / substance abuse; grief and loss; trauma informed work including counselling for male and male identified survivors of sexual abuse. EMDR therapy / treatment available.

As a bilingual registered Social Worker who identifies as part of the Metis community, I bring 20 plus years of experience in mental health, behaviour management, program leadership, and a commitment for excellence. Utilizing a humanistic approach in my practice, it is my professional goal to engage with clients, and walk with them as they engage in their therapeutic journey. During this collaborative relationship, I draw on a variety of modalities that allow me to assist clients who are experiencing a variety of mental health concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma interventions for first responders.

How to find hope? How do you heal the ache you feel inside? You may be an overachiever, perfectionist, or someone with large emotions. Yet, you struggle to hold on through the CHAOS. You may feel exhausted, irritable, and ready to snap at any moment. This may not be how things have always been, but now you have been stuck in this loop too long. You are not alone. I am here to listen. Together we will work on understanding where you have been, where you are now, and where you would like to go.

Hello! My name is Jessica Savage and I am Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Laurentian University, as well as a Postgraduate Certificate in Addictions & Mental Health from Ryerson University and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. I have had the pleasure of providing counselling and psychotherapy services for the past 8-years and have experience working with individuals struggling with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress and grief.

Accepting new clients! Has your life changed since you’ve been subjected to a brain injury? Do those around you not understand the struggle to adapt to the new you? Do you struggle to find your way in the world that was once easier to get around in? Does someone in your life have a brain injury and you are struggling to understand how to help them or make sense of it yourself?

Challenges and difficult times can happen to any one. Are you experiencing anxiety, unstable moods, life stress or transitions? Do you suffer from chronic illness, pain, perinatal challenges, or issues with substances? I will collaborate with at your pace to help you achieve more control, clarity, and solutions for difficult times. We will look at how thoughts, emotions, and behaviour work together to create different experiences in your life. A trusting relationship with a therapist allows you to enter into deeper discussions and exploration. This can help you transform and elevate your mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

Have you tried therapy before but did not experience the healing you hoped for? Let's get to the root of the matter. I work collaboratively with my clients to build an individualized plan for therapy. I draw on my training in various therapies to best support my clients. I am skilled in EMDR therapy, which can heal the root causes of various emotional challenges. My goal is to support clients to recover from the effects of trauma and chronic stress, so they can experience a more expansive and fulfilling life.

My eclectic treatment approach focuses on supporting the mind and body towards healing. I consider my approach to be non-judgmental, holistic, trauma informed, evidence-based, and compassionate. For the last 18 years I have worked in the social services sector and for over a decade I have worked in a therapeutic capacity in various roles that focused on counselling and assessment skills. Please check out my website to see how various treatment approaches can help you achieve your goals.

Accepting new clients! Perhaps you have tried talk therapy and it helped with some things but in certain areas, you find it difficult to make changes & are looking for a new approach. You may find that people-pleasing and perfectionism holds you back. You find you start out strong by building new habits and then quickly lose momentum. You may be finding yourself more anxious than usual despite your best attempts at maintaining a positive outlook. You may also be experiencing overwhelm, imposter syndrome, anxiety, phobias, or depression. I also have a special interest in supporting women through pregnancy loss, infertility & burnout.