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Most people consider psychotherapy because they are in crisis and seek an intervention that will improve their lives. The issue may involve work or the recognition of recurring, destructive themes that prevent them from living out their dreams. I use a framework called Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy, originating from Diana Fosha. It uses a model of attachment to establish a clear, supportive relationship that helps people feel safe enough to explore deeper issues and to know that they are not alone. I aim to help them reach inside themselves to deal with painful feelings, make way for the resilience and wisdom that reside in each of us and find the transformation we seek.

Psychotherapy is counselling process that delves into deeper and often hidden (subconscious) issues that influence our perceptions and beliefs. In turn this influences our behaviours. Often our patterns originate in our family of origin where we internalize beliefs about self and others. The collaborative process will help you understand your current reality and how to deal with it effectively. Negative beliefs translate into maladapted behaviours that cause distress and anxiety. I will guide you through this process to gain new insights and understanding and learn more effective coping with your current distress.

Talk therapy can be helpful, but sometimes isn't enough. Awareness, growth, healing and empowerment can happen on many levels: emotionally, physically, psychologically, energetically, spiritually and relationally. The Refuge's approach is holistic and integrative, a combination of mind-body, somatic, mindfulness, emotion-focused, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioural, expressive arts, and nature-based traditions, etc. Our team of psychotherapists is unique in the region, and emphasizes trauma healing and resolution, emotion regulation, relationship repair, and touch/table work, grounded in neuroscience, somatics and attachment theory: www.healingrefuge.com

Many people feel nervous about going to a psychotherapist. Not knowing what to expect or worrying you'll be told what to do by some know-it-all therapist is enough to keep many people from even making the first phone call. My approach puts you in charge of our sessions. With concrete goals in mind, I ask for specific feedback from you about how you think our sessions are going and the improvements you're seeing, to guide where we go next. We're partners in our work. Whether you want to make changes in a particular aspect of your life or just get more out of life in general, we'll plot a course to get you there, then make it happen together.

Looking for a longer term approach to working through difficulties? As with counselling, psychotherapy involves a therapist and client working together to develop effective coping mechanisms and improve functionality; unlike counselling, psychotherapists dig deeper, exploring patterns of behaviour that have lead to where a person finds oneself in life.

There are several approaches to psychotherapy — including cognitive-behavioural, interpersonal and other kinds of talk therapy — that help individuals work through their problems. At Meristem, we utilize an eclectic approach to psychotherapy that incorporates a variety of therapeutic principles and theories in order to create the ideal treatment program to meet the specific needs of our clients. We encourage a collaborative approach that enhances the client/therapist relationship. We strive to model positive behaviours and an empathic atmosphere that builds trust and safety within the counselling relationship.

It has always been my belief that no particular therapy is equally applicable to every client, and so use a variety of methods based on the client's needs. It's my belief that one of the fundamental pieces missing from most approaches to human psychology is that the spiritual aspect is ignored, and so work with clients also combines a spiritual perspective where appropriate and desired. I work with clients on various issues, but have found that mindfulness exercises have a tremendous and positive impact and have used this approach with clients for close to 20 years. I look forward to working with you...

I am a Registered Psychotherapist. I work primarily with individuals and couples. For individuals, psychotherapy can take many forms from many schools. I've found what works best is holistic solution focused empathetic counselling, integrating Mindfulness Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (MCBT) with client focused goals and action plans. Our primary relationships with our 'father/mother' and family of origin can influence us positively or negatively. Psychotherapy can help identify the person growth areas for more effective functioning.

Psychotherapy addresses some of the same challenges as counselling does, but aims its focus more deeply on the psychological roots of problems and unhealthy behavior patterns. Some of our belief- and behavior patterns develop in childhood, others evolve through subsequent life experiences. In our sessions, I will gently help you understand your emotions, thoughts and action and where they might originate. We will explore possible sources of your stress, and I will guide and support you to become aware, that you can heal your past and explore ways to effectively cope in the present. 905-842-3626

James Hillman once said, "We've had a hundred years of psychotherapy and the world is getting worse." While there are many occasions where the validation and listening endemic to psychotherapy makes sense, there are times where we over assume that "feeling better" and "changing behavior" are the same. Grey Matters International, Inc. goes after the forgotten brain laws to behavior change that therapists miss when processing hours and hours of dialogues with people. Utilizing a cutting edge technology to facilitate the emotional process of change, we can make the therapy process way more effective, faster, and with less money spent. Contact kevin@kevinflemingphd.com or 877-606-6161.

Psychotherapy is an effective treatment for a variety of mental health concerns. This treatment allows clients to explore their behaviours, thoughts and emotions in a safe and non-judgemental environment. Clients are encouraged to take an expert role in developing clear goals and strategies to overcome the challenges that they are presently experiencing.

I am very pleased to say that I am a registered psychotherapist with the College of Psychotherapists of Ontario in good standings since May 2016. I have gone through vigorous education and preparation to obtain my designation with CRPO. I believe that having this designation helps clients to make the best decision in regard to their choice of the therapist needed.

Psychotherapy is a precious space between therapist and client. It is a moment of self-exploration and self-discovery with the gentle guidance and direction of a psychotherapist who has your well-being at heart. I strongly believe in the art of psychotherapy and have personally seen results in hundreds of clients. I can help you achieve your goals in a proactive, warm and productive manner. If you are ready to start to explore and make positive changes in your life, I can help get you there.

I provide psychotherapy for a number of clinical problems, including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, relationship problems, grief/loss, anger and stress management, chronic pain and trauma. I use evidence based techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) to help clients meet their goals in a timely manner.

My psychotherapy / counselling style is intended to help you better respond to your current life situation and challenges by assisting you as you explore your own thoughts, feelings and behaviours with regards to those issues and challenges. It is also intended to help you develop skills you can use in the future when you run into new difficulties.

Consciously or not, every one of us wonders, "Who am I and what is the world about?" Our response to this question shapes the quality of our lives. An individual seeks Psychotherapy when life isn't working and emotional, spiritual or physical pain becomes too much to bear. The relationship with me as your therapist can help you live a more fulfilling and joyful life, as you discover your own power and autonomy.

The associates at New Leaf Psychology Centre represent a broad range of experiences and expertise. Psychotherapy is offered for clients across the lifespan. Treatment approaches taken are evidence based yet personalized to you. Psychotherapy can be helpful for self-exploration (e.g. identity, anger, procrastination, career options), coping with life stressors (e.g. work, family, children, school, separation, grief), reducing worries, and improving mood.