Find a Therapist in Dorchester, Ontario.

I embrace uniqueness and everyone's experiences ARE unique, they're ours. I approach each client with uniqueness and authenticity. I like to apply psychodynamic counselling and empowerment strategies to aid in better understanding our experiences and feelings while striving to build our voices and assert ourselves in the present and the future.

As your therapist, I begin with getting to know you and what life challenges have brought you to my office. From there I guide you through your life story to uncover what brought you to this stage in your life. We will explore your personality, needs, wants and future aspirations to uncover your strengths. Happiness is revealed when you let go of your pain and embrace your self worth. You deserve to accept yourself. I will help you develop a self care plan that gives you the resilience to conquer anything life throws in your path.

Some people avoid counseling because of stigmatization and fear of the unknown. By using the Bio-Social model it allows a full assessment which will guide the therapy in a structured manner and give the individual a goal to work towards. As well it allows me to start therapy where the individual is by building trust and understanding while giving them alternatives to acceptance and change. There is no more guessing or wondering what to expect because you are the driver of the vehicle and I am a passenger who will ask questions that may help guide you onto better things. Therapy sessions provides the individual an opportunity to become aware of their own well-being.

I have been providing psychotherapy since 1996. Through psychotherapy, I have been able to help individual, couples and families to address their challenges/problems and achieve their therapy goals. My approach is client-centred, solution-focused, and using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques. Through psychotherapy, I can help you to improve your thinking, feelings and/or behavior.

Are you wondering how come you seem to be repeating the same patterns that get you into trouble over and over again? In your head you would like to move on in life; however, in reality you feel stuck, uncomfortable within your own skin. It is easy for our words to fool others and worst yet, ourselves. Through the use of Bioenergetic Analysis, Adela can guide you into exploring what your BODY is really telling you. Learn to identify genuine needs, emotions and how to express them. No more saying "yes'" when you mean "NO". Freeing energy blocks can open the gate for you to experience life more fully: joyfilled moments, pleasure and be really there for yourself and others when you CHOOSE

Psychotherapy or talk therapy, is a therapy that is provided by a registered social worker. It helps you manage emotional distress, change unhelpful behaviors and gain skill. My goals in therapy in to provide a collaborative and trusted relationship to address your concerns and improve your overall well being. My of my clients have sought therapy for anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem or depression.

Through a compassionate lens, I help individuals and couples foster a sense of perspective and understanding so they can meet their needs. I strive to make each person feel at ease to openly discuss what is on their mind while integrating various approaches based on the individual needs to get immediate and long-term positive changes. My ultimate hope is to support my clients in developing the confidence and belief in themselves to move through life’s challenges by leaning towards truly self-compassionate actions.

Psychotherapy offers a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, drawing on evidence-based methods like CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness. Together, we’ll work toward greater clarity, emotional balance, and practical coping strategies. The goal is to help you build resilience, improve relationships, and rediscover meaning—empowering you to move forward with confidence and hope.

Many people have ideas about how therapy should look or feel based on what they have seen in movies or tv, and some of those ideas can be scary or intimidating. Therapy should be a safe space where you feel comfortable sharing and exploring your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with someone who offers you empathy, authenticity, and acceptance. I believe that clients are the experts in their lives and will work collaboratively with you to explore the stories you hold about yourself and the world around you to find meaning, facilitate change, and highlight your strengths and successes. Book a free consultation to learn more about my approach and explore if we are a good fit.

Therapy can provide a safe emotional space in which your experiences can be explored with the support of a therapist. Throughout my work with clients, I bring an authentic, compassionate, and curious presence and strive to help clients access their own inherent wisdom, strength, and resilience. I work with individuals, couples and families. Book a free consultation to explore if we are a good fit for therapy.

Psychotherapy is the use of psychological methods to help a person change behavior and overcome problems in a positive manner. Its aim is to help people understand the thoughts behind feeling anxious or depressed and addressing these thinking patterns. Psychotherapy will help you change behaviors and habits that are limiting you, to experiencing your fullest potential.

The foundation of therapy is a trusting and supportive relationship where people can feel safe to explore themselves and the world around them. Each person comes to therapy with a unique story and as a therapist, I believe in providing a treatment experience that is as unique as the individual themselves. I provide therapy using a strengths-based and collaborative lens and foster healing through connection and empowerment. Book a free consultation to see if we are a good fit.

My approach involves drawing on various modalities (e.g., dialogic, narrative, solution-focused, emotion-focused) that fit the unique needs of clients. I hope to create an environment for clients where they feel a sense of safety to express their reflections, thoughts, and concerns. I take on a non-judgmental, non-expert stance and firmly believe that clients have everything that they need already within them- my role is to simply remind you of who you are or to help you discover who you would like to be through supportive, therapeutic conversations. If you are interested in learning more about my approach and to see if we would be a good fit, please contact me for a free consultation.