Guelph
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Sylvia L Plester-Silk
Registered Social Worker, RSW
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Sylvia L Plester-Silk

Registered Social Worker, RSW

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Guelph, ON N1H
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Available both in-person and online
Guelph, ON N1H
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Let's Connect (548) 490-7940
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Are you feeling stuck in repeating patterns—alone or with your partner—and ready for real change? You want to release old hurts, break the cycles that keep you stuck, and reconnect with yourself or your relationship. You’re looking for a skilled practitioner who listens deeply, challenges you when needed, and celebrates your breakthroughs. If you’re ready to take responsibility and do the work, I guide individuals and couples to experience clarity, connection, and lasting joy.
I offer an alternative to traditional talk therapy for individuals and couples ready for real change. We identify and release subconscious patterns driving struggle, disconnection, or conflict. With decades of experience in trauma, addiction, and relationships, clients gain clarity, freedom, and deeper connection—often within months.
Life and relationships can be challenging, and it’s natural to feel unsure, stuck, or overwhelmed at times. I understand what it’s like to want change but not know where to start. If you’re ready to explore your patterns, take steps toward clarity, and create more connection and joy in your life or relationship, let’s chat and see if we’re a good fit to work
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

196

Guelph, ON N1H

(548) 490-7940
My website
Accepting new clients. In-person or confidential Zoom calls.
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Codependency and Trauma and PTSD 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
If you're ready to do the work and transform stuck patterns, I guide couples and individuals toward connection, clarity, and joy.
Sylvia L Plester-Silk
Let's Connect (548) 490-7940
Photo of Sylvia L Plester-Silk, Registered Social Worker, RSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

196

Guelph, ON N1H

(548) 490-7940
My website
Accepting new clients. In-person or confidential Zoom calls.
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Codependency and Trauma and PTSD 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
If you're ready to do the work and transform stuck patterns, I guide couples and individuals toward connection, clarity, and joy.
Sylvia L Plester-Silk

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa
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Clients have successfully claimed their therapy with some 3rd party insurers. Check with your insurance provider re: coverage
Photo of Sylvia L Plester-Silk, Registered Social Worker, RSW
Sylvia L Plester-Silk
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (548) 490-7940
"
Clients have successfully claimed their therapy with some 3rd party insurers. Check with your insurance provider re: coverage
Photo of Sylvia L Plester-Silk, Registered Social Worker, RSW
Sylvia L Plester-Silk
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (548) 490-7940

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Sylvia L Plester-Silk

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 38 years
  • Attended Ryerson University, BSW, Graduated 1988

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Eckerd College - Conflict Dynamics Profile 2020
  • Certificate from Benchmark Communications - Enhanced CIQ (Conversational Intelligence) Coach 2016
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Strong history of working with a strengths perspective with individuals with mental health, addiction, and trauma for over 30 years.
Photo of Sylvia L Plester-Silk, Registered Social Worker, RSW
Sylvia L Plester-Silk
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (548) 490-7940
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Strong history of working with a strengths perspective with individuals with mental health, addiction, and trauma for over 30 years.
Photo of Sylvia L Plester-Silk, Registered Social Worker, RSW
Sylvia L Plester-Silk
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (548) 490-7940

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Marital and Premarital
  • Codependency
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Coping Skills
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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I guide people to connect with their body wisdom and emotions. Using our intuition, we find the underlying issues and then release them using a variety of visualizations, and statements.
Photo of Sylvia L Plester-Silk, Registered Social Worker, RSW
Sylvia L Plester-Silk
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (548) 490-7940
"
I guide people to connect with their body wisdom and emotions. Using our intuition, we find the underlying issues and then release them using a variety of visualizations, and statements.
Photo of Sylvia L Plester-Silk, Registered Social Worker, RSW
Sylvia L Plester-Silk
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (548) 490-7940

Endorsement

The Trauma and Narcissistic Abuse Therapist
The Trauma and Narcissistic Abuse Therapist
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, RP, RCat, NATC, ACNP
Sylvia knows her stuff. She has years of experience. She offers great workshops on developing intuition, spiritual development and empaths. Two thumbs up, I highly recommend her to anyone interested in spirituality.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Compassion Focused
  • Compassion Key
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Energy Work
  • Family / Marital
  • Interpersonal
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I facilitate individuals and couples connecting with their body's wisdom and intuition, creating space for both self-compassion and accountability. Together, we release old patterns, emotions, and traumas that keep you stuck, so committed partners and individuals can build clarity, deeper connection, and lasting joy. Energy-based modalities make the process empowering, gentle, and transformative.
Photo of Sylvia L Plester-Silk, Registered Social Worker, RSW
Sylvia L Plester-Silk
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (548) 490-7940
"
I facilitate individuals and couples connecting with their body's wisdom and intuition, creating space for both self-compassion and accountability. Together, we release old patterns, emotions, and traumas that keep you stuck, so committed partners and individuals can build clarity, deeper connection, and lasting joy. Energy-based modalities make the process empowering, gentle, and transformative.
Photo of Sylvia L Plester-Silk, Registered Social Worker, RSW
Sylvia L Plester-Silk
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (548) 490-7940

Location

Primary Location

196

Guelph, ON N1H

(548) 490-7940

Email Me

My website

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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Accepting new clients. In-person or confidential Zoom calls.
Photo of Sylvia L Plester-Silk, Registered Social Worker, RSW
Sylvia L Plester-Silk
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Call for a free consultation now - (548) 490-7940
"
Accepting new clients. In-person or confidential Zoom calls.
Photo of Sylvia L Plester-Silk, Registered Social Worker, RSW
Sylvia L Plester-Silk
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Call for a free consultation now - (548) 490-7940