Therapists in V1Y

Life can be hard, and it takes courage to start therapy. The very fact that you are considering it means you are getting ready to make some changes, and I’m here to help you. I have years of experience working for clients utilizing an anti-oppressive and trauma-informed lens, and enjoy collaborating with clients of all ages, experiences, and identities. I am a therapist with a multicultural background who immigrated to Canada over a decade ago. I offer therapy services in English, French, and Spanish, because I understand the importance of language and culture in the therapy process.

Welcome to Renewed Hope Counselling Services. It is my HOPE that you will find what you need in this part of your life journey through seeking support for whatever challenge you are facing. My name is Alyssa Goward and I am a mental health therapist specializing in individual, couples and family therapy. I come with 18 years of professional experience in the field and have life experiences that allow me to have empathy, understanding, insight, patience and encouragement for helping others through challenging and emotionally draining times. I have lived experiences that have allowed me to learn, grow, change and have RENEWED HOPE

I am a Registered Social Worker, Registered Clinical Counsellor, and Grief Recovery Specialist, passionate about helping individuals navigate their grief journey as well as supporting individuals who are neurodivergent. I work with people who have a suspected, recent, or late diagnosis of Autism/ADHD; have a partner/a child who is Autistic/ADHD; are grieving for various reasons (e.g., life change, chronic pain, loss of a loved one); and/or want to become more comfortable with their uncomfortable emotions.

Dolores is passionate about working with individuals whom have experienced any form of trauma, intimate partner violence, sexual assault/abuse, workplace bullying, grief & loss, expected and unexpected life and health transitions. Dolores also enjoys working with couples experiencing difficulties in their relationships and is experienced in supporting couples through family and relationship challenges.

What if you could improve the quality of your life and your relationships by changing the way you think, feel and behave? I work with adults who struggle with anxiety, self esteem, stress, and anger issues, to do just that. I help individuals become aware of the thought patterns that keep them stuck and prevent them from living their life to the fullest. I show people how their thoughts, emotions and behaviours are linked and provide the necessary skills to change negative habits that have become normal over time.

Please note: If you have not received a response, please check your spam folder. Areas of counselling: reproductive counselling (including reproductive choices such as the use of donor, surrogacy, or adoption, as well as exploring personal dilemmas that may be experienced when considering reproductive choices), counselling for in/fertility challenges during treatment, helping clients to explore family options beyond fertility treatment, reproductive counselling specific to single women and LGBTQ couples, perinatal counselling including: postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, grief, loss, and couples counselling.

There is no one, ‘right’ way to approach your wellbeing and healing. You, like everyone, have personal reasons for seeking mental health support. Everything about you makes your experience distinct from another’s - the story of your upbringing, your physical conditions, your emotional experiences, the cultural and social contexts that have shaped you, all that you find meaningful in this life.

I specialize in working with women going through Life's varying transitions - in particular with our "role" changes such as pregnancy, motherhood, menopause and also identity/self worth and esteem struggles. Life can stir up anxiety, depression, disempowerment, and loss of Self. I work to help ground you back to your inner strength, to Who You Are, and help you find ways to navigate the rough waters.

The last few years have been hard on everyone, and you may have experienced new relational stress, financial stress, and anxiety about what the future might hold. Like many people, you might find yourself overwhelmed or feeling helpless. These stresses and pressures can affect your work, your relationships and your loved ones as well. If you are struggling in these tough times, I can help you find new ways to cope and manage. Together we can identify the root of your stress, find ways to cope with it, and manage your anxiety. My goal in counselling is to go beyond giving you ways to live with your problems.

Do strong emotions and memories impact how you live? Unresolved trauma and chronic stress can create negative thoughts and feelings and negatively impact our overall well-being. We may experience anxiety/depression, addiction, chronic stress, etc. Coping mechanisms may become ineffective or even harmful over time. Are you new to therapy - or have been to therapy before - call to discuss how trauma therapy may help.

Are you wanting to move forward in your life? To find more effective ways of dealing with depression, anxiety and relationship issues? To live more in the present, at peace with your past and looking forward to the future you can create for yourself? I work with individuals and relationships to assist them to find new perspectives and ways to handle their challenges whether in a short term, solution focused manner or over a longer period of time to work on chronic, more persistent issues and patterns.

Do you feel weighted down by stress, unrealistic expectations, anger, guilt, shame, fear, anxiety, depression, or self-defeating behaviors? Do you find yourself in relationships that resemble your own family dysfunctions and could not break free? Have you somehow become one of those “hurt” people who hurt people? Then you have found the right place to journey with me toward freedom and wholesome living. If you have had your will and funeral wishes prepared ahead, Dignity Therapy (DT)might be what you need next. DT enhances end-of-life experience and its legacy document preserves one’s special memories for many generations to come.

You bring the readiness to make some changes, a commitment to engage in the work ahead, and curiosity about what may come. I have spent may years preparing to do ethical and effective work through varying approaches with the tools and experience to ensure safety and support you in whatever changes you are thinking about making, or difficult experiences you are facing.

We all face challenges, obstacles, and the pain of our inner wounds- and you deserve a safe space to explore and heal from these experiences. Perhaps you are noticing the impacts of childhood experiences, past relationships, or recent events. Maybe life shifts and transitions are feeling heavy or confusing. I am here to support you in discovering what healing looks like for you, to allow us to gently approach the vulnerable parts of your experiences. You do not need to be alone in your next steps of your healing journey.

Hello, my name is Helen Hofer and I am a Registered Professional Counsellor and am a practicing Psychotherapist in Private Practice. I work with individuals, couples and families. Although I specialize in Grief Recovery, I work with a variety of presenting concerns which include depression, anxiety and relationship issues.Thank you for taking a moment to learn how I can help you make some significant and meaningful changes in your life. It is my privilege to help my clients move from a place of dissatisfaction or unhappiness in their relationships, careers, or self-esteem and arrive at a place of joy and success.

Robin Morgan specializes in both Individual and Couples Therapy, and creates a safe space for you to tell your story, to be heard, and to be understood. From the first phone call, to the first consultation in her office, Robin puts you at ease with her accepting and gentle demeanor. With Robin's guidance, you too can rebuild trust and rediscover the emotional, physical, and sexual intimacy you desire.

I help teens, young adults and parents whose life feels limited by past experiences, shame, self criticism, anxiety and/or depression. Whether you are looking for short term counselling (emotional support and some help to get back on your feet), more in depth therapy (changing longer existing patterns of how you behave and relate with yourself and others), or emotional intelligence coaching (to improve yourself personally or professionally), I can help. My clients are from very varied backgrounds and ages, however I do specialize in working with health care professionals, first responders, and young adults.

Are you struggling to manage the overwhelm and anxiety of daily life? Does your ADHD or Autism affect your ability to cope at school or work? Is past or current trauma holding you back? Together, we will navigate these challenges and help you find the joy back in your life. By utilizing therapeutic approaches such as EMDR, CBT, DBT and mindfulness-based interventions, we will collaboratively develop a unique treatment plan that will best meet your needs. Don't let these challenges define your life any longer—let's embark on this transformative journey together.

Male mental health challenges such as depression, relationship conflict and anxiety are not that much different than women's. These challenges can hold us in place, in fear, in hopelessness, in pain. Confronting behaviours, thinking and feelings that may be the root of a life not lived well takes courage. Sometimes we need help doing that to move us forward and improve the quality of our life. You may be struggling on your own or in a relationship. It doesn't matter neither place feels good. My intent is to help you navigate the obstacles and make sense of your story so you can get to where you want to be sooner.