Valley Connections Child Life Therapists
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSc, MSc, CCLS (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3385 Harvester Road, Suite 220, Burlington, ON L7N
Let's Connect (289) 212-9017
Hi! We are Elena, Meghan, and Heather, and we are Certified Child Life Specialists. We are trained to provide therapeutic support for children from birth to 18 years old. We each have Master's Degrees in Pediatric Psychosocial Care and we have several years of experience supporting children and their families through some of the most difficult times in their lives. Whether your child is experiencing a loss, divorce, a traumatic event, grief, or psychosocial issues such as anxiety or depression, we are trained to meet your child where they are, and build their resilience as they heal.
We use evidence-based approaches including CBT and DBT, as well as Play-based therapies, Art, and Mindfulness to help your child feel safe and comfortable as they learn to connect and share in our cozy clinics.
If you would like to meet with Heather, Elena or Meghan for a complimentary consultation or a Child Therapy Intake, we would love to hear from you! Please contact our administrative team today and let us become part of the support you and your child have been looking for.
Call or Email Valley Connections Child Life Therapists now for a free 15 minute consultation - (289) 212-9017
Let's Connect (289) 212-9017
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $185
- Couple Sessions $220
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Wire
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (289) 212-9017
Valley Connections Child Life Therapists
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSc, MSc, CCLS
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Amanda Youssef (Ontario / 001462) Meghan Dovey Elena Gatto Heather Hardy
- In Practice for 5 Years
- Degree/Diploma from McMaster University Social Psychology B.A. / 2015
- Degree/Diploma from Redeemer University BA / 2013
- Attended McMaster University, Masters in Science, Child Life and Pediatric Psychosocial Care, Graduated 2020
Pre-Licensed Professional: Meghan Dovey Elena Gatto Heather Hardy
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (289) 212-9017
Valley Connections Child Life Therapists
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSc, MSc, CCLS
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Child
- Family Conflict
- Self Esteem
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Adoption
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Behavioural Issues
- Cancer
- Chronic Illness
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Developmental Disorders
- Divorce
- Eating Disorders
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Personality Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (289) 212-9017
Valley Connections Child Life Therapists
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSc, MSc, CCLS
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Single Mother
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Single Mother
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dance Movement Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Expressive Arts
- Family / Marital
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Structural Family Therapy
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (289) 212-9017
Valley Connections Child Life Therapists
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSc, MSc, CCLS
Location
Primary Location
Valley Connections Counselling Inc
3385 Harvester Road
Suite 220
Burlington, ON L7N
(289) 212-9017Email us
Additional Location
Valley Connections Counselling Inc.
55 Head Street
Suite 204
Hamilton, ON L9H
(289) 212-9017Call for a free consultation now - (289) 212-9017
Valley Connections Child Life Therapists
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSc, MSc, CCLS