Therapists in Saint Catharines, ON

I am a psychologist working with adults and couples who also supervises other developing clinicians. Whether you are hoping to move forward from past wounds, learn new ways of being in the world, or deepen relationships, I would be honoured to be part of your journey directly or indirectly through supervision. I take the time to understand what's going on today within the larger context of your life and your goals. I feel this is an important first step in building a therapeutic relationship in which you feel safe, understood, and supported while doing the hard work of growing and changing.

Are you living in survival mode? Do you struggle with emotions and saying what you feel? Do you want to start "doing the work" on yourself but you're not sure where to start? You are not alone, and the first step can be the hardest. Through the years, I have been privileged with providing therapy to children, youth and adults as they have overcome depression, anxiety, symptoms of trauma, addictions and family violence.

Hello! Thank you for taking the time and exploring the possible next steps of your counselling journey. It is important to know you're not doing this on your own. My primary work has been supporting individuals who have experienced trauma of a variety of ages. I work at ATTCH Niagara and Lori Gill Psychotherapy which specializes in trauma treatment using our clinical director Lori Gill's (RP) modality, the Integrative Trauma and Attachment Treatment Model (ITATM). I also enjoy working through the lens of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), among others.

My approach to therapy is collaborative, person-centred, and authentic. I believe in the importance of unconditional positive regard. I offer support with navigating depressive mood, anxiousness, stress, self-harm, grief and trauma. I have experience working with adolescents and adults as they navigate difficult transitions and develop skills for emotional regulation. I've worked in the corrections environment with male offenders. I believe that human connection makes change possible.

I’m Sam, an Expressive Arts Therapist and owner of The Healing Hearts Club private practice in the Niagara Region of Southern Ontario. At The Healing Hearts Club, I offer a sanctuary for the exploration of life at large, as well as a safe haven for those grappling with feelings of anxiety, grief, burnout, overwhelm, or a lack of direction. Within the sacred space of expressive arts, we embark on a transformative journey, unraveling the threads of these emotions and weaving them into the fabric of your self-discovery.

I am currently accepting new clients. I may be the right fit for you if the following reminds you of yourself. You’ve struggled with not feeling good enough for as long as you can remember. This has impacted your relationships and often leaves you feeling anxious and insecure. You tell yourself you should feel happy, but you don't. You’re confused, feeling lost and like you don't even know what you want or who you are. You’ve been trying to get better for some time. You've picked up books, followed how-to's, listened to podcasts and so on. And so far… nothing has worked.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or feeling overwhelmed? Sometimes it can all feel like too much, and it's difficult to see the way forward. Perhaps you are experiencing issues in your relationships, having difficulties managing your emotions or daily stressors. Maybe there are deeper issues - grief, trauma, questioning your purpose or identity- that keep you up at night and prevent you from fully enjoying life. Perhaps you're unsure what's bothering you, but you know that something isn't quite right, and you would like to feel more like yourself again.

Now accepting clients in person and on-line. Evening and weekend appointments available. It takes courage to reach out and ask for help, and more importantly to find someone who you can connect with. Feelings of stress, anger, resentment, sadness and fear can feel overwhelming. You don't have to struggle alone. I will meet you where you are and together we will figure out where you want to be and how to get there. As a experienced therapist with over twenty years working in the mental health field, I'm confident working collaboratively we can overcome various challenges you are experiencing.

The Family Enhancement Centre is a full service counselling centre. We work with children, youth, adults, couples and families dealing with a variety of issues including: anxiety, depression, marital issues, school issues, grief / loss, panic attacks, post traumatic stress disorder, suicidality, self harm, relationship issues, anger management, separation / divorce, blended families, victims of crime, etc.. With multiple registered therapists we personally match your needs with our therapist's skill set, approach and style and we guarantee a good therapeutic match or we will transfer you to another one of our therapists until it is.

I offer an empathic approach that empowers and motivates you in your unique therapeutic process. Every human being has the capacity for personal growth; to create meaning; strive toward balance; to fulfill their own potential. ​ I offer support and structure so that you can build on your creativity, wisdom, self-compassion and personal resilience. ​ Providing you with a respectful, confidential space to speak about your personal/family history, formative experiences, beliefs, feelings, and motivations. You will be encouraged to explore your life experiences, to trust yourself, connect with your innate resourcefulness, develop adaptive ways of approaching your challenges and to engage in satisfying and effective actions that reinforce or facilitate further growth.​ ​I believe that there is strength in our diversity. Each individual brings their distinct experience, talents and culture to their healing journey. I strive to provide a therapeutic experience rooted in respect and equity. I am committed to supporting issues of social justice. I am consistent in updating my therapeutic training so that I am able to provide high quality therapeutic experiences.

For over 25 years, trauma has been a consistent thread woven throughout the experiences of those I have served in the course of my social work practice. I have been privileged to support a variety of people across a diverse range of ages and needs in both community and institutional settings. As a result of my personal and professional experiences, I have come to believe that adversity is a call to growth and that everyone has the requisite resources/skills to achieve their goals.

I have experience working with clients suffering from depression and anxiety. I also have experience in family counselling, especially families with kids with special needs like Down Syndrome and Autism spectrum Disorder.

The very human experience that fascinates me most is grief. I am passionate about digging into its every nook and cranny. Grief is a full-body experience, it can be a reflection of love, it's messy, complicated and simultaneously beautiful (although it might be hard to see in this moment). It is often accompanied by trauma. It is my privilege to walk alongside you as you adjust, feel, adapt and grow after a loss. I'd like to acknowledge that grief is not synonymous with death. We can grieve the loss of relationships, pets and experience anticipatory grief, especially when the health of a loved one is in decline.

Having the same old argument with your partner that never gets resolved? Men are you wrestling with down and persistent sad thoughts which keeps you up at night, and can't focus at work during the day? I am a registered psychotherapist, who has been working with individuals, groups, and couples for over 20 years. I help couples understand their problems, improve their communication, in order to reconnect to the love that first brought them together. For men, I can help to regain your confidence at home and work. For work groups, I can administer and walk you through assessments that will help you develop and work better as a team.

I help distressed couples with ineffective communication styles combined with sexual disconnection achieve renewed intimacy through talking openly about sex at their comfort level, and providing tools and exercises to help develop new and more effective communication patterns. I support couples/singles who identify with alternative sexual lifestyles: roleplaying, BDSM, D/S, kink, consensual non-monogamy, open relationships, swinging, polyamory, pansexuality, asexuality, to navigate life while also enjoying the alternative aspect of their lifestyle.

Life is nothing short of amazing. It's amazing how much we can go through and live to tell about it. It's amazing how fast kids grow up and time flies, how angry a co-worker can make you, how much compassion we can seem to have for others when we struggle to offer any to ourselves. It's amazing how much we put on our plates when all we need is to rest. It's amazing how much we can long for understanding and connection and how much opportunity can be missed right in front of our eyes. It's amazing how short life is. It's also amazing how much we can learn in the time we have, and how little steps can amount to such massive change.

We can all benefit from taking the time to reflect on our lives in the presence of a neutral therapist. When people encounter a crisis or a challenging situation, it can provide an opportunity for the development of the self. Change is possible. Therapy can provide an avenue to identify and interrupt old ways of thinking, feeling and behaving that are keeping one stuck. It provides an opportunity to reflect on one's life vs. automatically responding. In this process, a person is able to see things in a new light and identify different options for dealing with old problems.

Life can throw uncertainties & challenges leaving us to cope with traumatic events, relationship struggles, uncomfortable thoughts & grief. We can choose to be identified by our resilience rather than our distress from these challenges. Therapy is a wonderful tool to access our inner natural resilience. Seeking therapy is courageous & I am pleased to accompany you through your journey.

Hello! I’m so glad you stumbled upon my Psychology Today profile. I understand that finding the correct therapist for yourself can be a challenging and daunting task. The good news is that you have taken the first step! It is important to find a therapist that you can connect and feel comfortable with. Fortunately, I offer 15 minute complimentary phone consultations to chat about your needs and goals for therapy. Phone consults can be extremely helpful as it is an excellent chance for you to get a sense of whether or not the two of us connect. I believe it is very important to find a therapist who is authentic and real with you!