Art Psychotherapy

Art Therapy is a specialized form of psychotherapy which uses the visual arts (drawing, painting, sculpture etc.) to help a person process thoughts and feelings, and emotions with or without using words. It is a Psychotherapy like talk; instead of using only language the art therapist will work with your creations, stories and meanings to learn what is most important to you.


Counselling & Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy (psychological counselling & therapy, Art Therapy, CBT & EMDR) is the use of psychological methods, particularly when based on regular personal interaction, to help a person change behavior and overcome problems in desired ways.


EMDR Therapy

EMDR = EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing and is a safe and effective therapy for trauma and other types of emotional distress. When traumatic events are not processed (or not processed properly), they become “preserved memories” and can be easily triggered by everyday sensations – sights, smells, tastes, touch, sounds and emotions. Highly trained practitioners use EMDR... Read More

EMDR = EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing and is a safe and effective therapy for trauma and other types of emotional distress. When traumatic events are not processed (or not processed properly), they become “preserved memories” and can be easily triggered by everyday sensations – sights, smells, tastes, touch, sounds and emotions. Highly trained practitioners use EMDR to retrain the brain and process these memories in a safe way using eye movements, tapping or sounds. Typically, EMDR requires fewer sessions than conventional type therapies, resulting in dramatic, positive change.

EMDR therapy is a great option for:
• PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder)
• Emotional distress
• Panic disorders
• Stuck grief
• Addictions
• Obsessive compulsive disorder
• Depression and anxiety


Play Therapy - Social Work

Play Therapy is a form of therapeutic Psychotherapy that uses play to help individuals express their emotions, process experiences, and develop coping mechanisms. It provides a safe and supportive environment where families, adults and children can explore their thoughts and feelings through toys, games, and creative activities. This method is particularly effective for young children who may h... Read More

Play Therapy is a form of therapeutic Psychotherapy that uses play to help individuals express their emotions, process experiences, and develop coping mechanisms. It provides a safe and supportive environment where families, adults and children can explore their thoughts and feelings through toys, games, and creative activities. This method is particularly effective for young children who may have difficulty articulating their emotions verbally.


Registered Massage Therapy

A branch of medical practice that emphasizes the treatment of medical disorders through the manipulation and massage of the bones, joints, and muscles.


Naturotherapy

Naturotherapy uses distinct methods of non-invasive assessments and health care to address a persons symptoms and diagnosis’ aiming to locate and address the root cause. Naturotherapy may include the use of foods, extracts, vitamins, minerals, botanical substances, homeopathic preparations, or physical non-manipulative bodywork (such as Reiki, or Subtle Influence Medicine) and exercise to ... Read More

Naturotherapy uses distinct methods of non-invasive assessments and health care to address a persons symptoms and diagnosis’ aiming to locate and address the root cause.

Naturotherapy may include the use of foods, extracts, vitamins, minerals, botanical substances, homeopathic preparations, or physical non-manipulative bodywork (such as Reiki, or Subtle Influence Medicine) and exercise to help stimulate and maintain the individual's self-healing processes. Naturotherapy is an effective, non invasive, approach to health and aims to bring the entire person into balance creating the right condition for the body to heal and maintain itself.


Kinesiology

Currently accepting clients working on sexual issues through Art Therapy. Please contact me for more information All other enquires please see Becca and Shirley for support.

If you’re here, you’ve already done one of the hardest things — you’ve decided that you wanna do the work! Wicked. Now, you might be thinking that all that talking seems pretty intimidating, and to that I say — I bet you’ve got a juicy story to tell, and I wanna hear it.

Think about a movie or a play — what character are you? Figuring out who you are and how you behave is a big part of being in relationships — because those things affect other people. What role do you play, and how do your feelings and actions work to move the story forward? Look around and see the people who are your helpers, your cheerleaders, and your villains.

I ask you to consider what it would be like to be uncomfortable in a moment — to do or say the hard thing — and this is why we call therapy work! This is why your therapist isn’t your friend. They have to be able to name the hard thing. They have to be able to show you your growth edges — those moments where you do the hard thing, and you lean into the resistance to it, instead of running away from it. That’s where growth comes from!

Yes, these things are hard — but they don’t have to suck. It’s all about relationships — to yourself, to your friends and family, to your partner(s). What brings you joy? Where are your pleasures in life? What makes you feel intimate in your relationships? Those questions add some complex dynamics. Sex. Intimacy. Pleasure. Those are part of your lived experience too! So why can’t you use art to explore them?

The mashing together of art therapy and sex therapy gives us another language to explore your role in the story. It helps you find the juicy bits! The fun stuff.

So — what story are we gonna start with? Looking forward to it. Heidi

Cheers, Heidi

Certifications

Heidi is a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) and a Registered Canadian Art Therapist (RCAT), Certified member Association of Sex Therapists Ontario ASTO

Areas of Special Interest

ADHD, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), DID, teens and youth (14+), sexual and relationship minorities (Kink, BDSM, poly, ENM, and others), LGBTQ2S+.

*NIHB approved provider for Indigenous peoples. *Green Shield Approved Provider - Psychotherapy *Blue Cross Approved Provider - Psychotherapy

Education And Special Training

• Martin Luther University College, Masters in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy (MA) • Toronto Art Therapy Institute, Graduate Diploma in Art Therapy (DTATI) • The University of Western Ontario, Bachelor of Art History (BA) • DBT Skills • Sex Therapy, University of Guelph • Kink Knowledgeable Therapist • Sex, Gender, and Relationships, University of Guelph • ADHD Certified Professional, PesiUK

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NC, nd, PhD, BMsc, MMsc, Shihan

Naturotherapist

Jacqueline has been assisting others since 2003 to effect whole healing by utilizing nature and incorporating the wisdom of spirit, mind, and body. She is a Naturotherapist (nd), certified Naturopath (NC) and Transpersonal Counselor (PhD) taking a holistic approach to the wellness of the entire self - utilizing Reiki, Naturopathy, Subtle Influence Medicine, and Live Cell Microscopy for analysis to assess information from the body and levels of higher consciousness. With a goal to educate and facilitate whole healing, these new choices and changes can lead to a deeper balance in health and the potential to eliminate mysterious physical symptoms and emotional challenges.

Qualifications

Naturotherapy APNN 1145.21

As a member of the Alliance of Professional Naturopaths and Naturotherapists, along with her PhD as Transpersonal Counsel and Ministerial ordination, Jacqueline is held accountable ethically and morally on many levels. Jacqueline’s full list of qualifications and memberships can be seen in its expanded version on her website

www.519Naturotherapy.com.

Phone (519) 489.0637

Choose your Naturotherapy Session

Naturotherapy is not a single modality. You are a unique individual and therefore deserve that customized session of Naturotherapy and its many offerings for care.

Suddenly, mysteriously, or accumulating over time, physical and emotional events create a dis-ease due to imbalance, or lack of harmony within our Self & cells, encompassing our physical self and our emotional self. All parts of us must be addressed to facilitate the change(s) needed and to learn how best to care for ourselves. This is whole healing.

Naturotherapy

An excellent place to begin.

Combined with naturopathic care, Biofield (energy) practices use hands on healing to restore the full energetic function of the bodies systems, via the autonomic nervous system and etheric bodies, allowing for optimal physical and emotional wellness.

A naturotherapy session seeks to find the cause of the cause of the cause of your symptoms or diagnosis’. Yup, it’s backwards thinking and working to unpeel all that has gathered since day one. This includes naturopathy style care, Subtle Influence medicine, intuition and Reiki. Jacqueline will address energetically, emotionally and physically to discern, harmonize and calm, creating the space and conditions for your body and/or spirit to guide as to where some energetic shifts or lifestyle changes might need to be considered. Harmonization can happen energetically, or physically; either or both may be needed.

This type of session will not interfere with your current care choices. It may empower you to begin asking more questions.

Live Cell Microscopy & Analysis

A Live Cell Analysis is an exploration of your blood (using just a drop!) which will reflect the conditions of your body’s emotional and physical health. This will offer a clear visual of what different stressors and imbalances might be present and where they are causing concern.

Be sure to note that there is necessary preparation to be done prior to this session (ex: fasting).

NC, nd, PhD, BMsc, MMsc, Shihan Naturotherapist Jacqueline has been assisting others since 2003... Read More

Naomi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and has completed numerous courses in neuro-myofascial and soft tissue techniques. As a Registered Kinesiologist, she is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Osteopathy.

Naomi began her professional journey as an intern with Nate Enns, PhD, D.O.(M.P.), and later transitioning to a full-time role in 2024 as a Kinesiologist while completing her final year as an Osteopathic student (June 2025 anticipated graduation and full DOMP).

In her personal life, Naomi is an avid reader, currently aiming to delve into more “serious” literature. She also enjoys engaging in outdoor activities with her husband, including longboarding, skiing, and motorcycle riding.

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My passion in counselling is to create a relationship built on safety, trust, and hope, where people feel accepted and challenged to grow in new and meaningful ways. I consider it a privilege to be able to walk with someone through their fears, challenges, and hurts, and help them experiencing healing and restoration. I am skilled in cognitive-behavioural therapy, emotion-focused therapy, various trauma and body-based therapies, EMDR, and mindfulness. I tailor my approach based on the specific goals and strengths of the client, so that each person experiences therapy that is a good fit for them. Imagine being able to talk about what’s bothering you to someone who won’t judge you or try to “fix” things or make you feel you could be a burden. I am a Registered Social Worker/Psychotherapist with over 28 years of experience supporting youth and adults from diverse cultures, faiths, sexual orientations and family structures. We each have unique experiences and needs. I am sensitive, flexible, and responsive to those needs and build trust by listening compassionately to your concerns. I use proven techniques and approaches to help you discover your true potential. Much of my clinical exposure has been trauma focused with further experience in depression, anxiety, gender identity, grief and emotional relationships and family concerns.

The combination of my education, my training and my personal life journey, has allowed me to successfully help my clients struggling with infertility to maintain their personal relationships, and learn to manage their own stressors without being debilitated by them. I offer short-term counselling to address immediate concerns, and long-term counselling to address complex difficulties to reach the root cause.

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Hello! My name is André. If you have ever struggled with being seen, feeling heard, or validated as your authentic self, you have come to the right place.

As your therapist, I will provide an empathetic and compassionate place for you to share your experiences, explore your emotions, and respect your truths. I use a client-centred, strength-based approach to assist individuals, couples, and families. I mainly draw on Person Centred Therapy (PCT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). I have a passion for working with youth (12-18) and have experience providing court-mandated anger management and domestic violence programs.

With over a decade of experience as a law enforcement officer, I understand the immense value of embarking on a mental health journey that focuses on self-care and resilience while balancing professional and personal demands.

How are you feeling?

Let’s explore in a safe, non-judgmental space to work through your challenges and discover your authentic self.

You are enough.

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Hi, I’m Becca.

If you’re here, you might feel like you’re stuck in the mud of life— caught between feeling like you’re “too much” or “not enough,”. Whether you’re struggling in in your relationships, navigating life transitions, facing loss, or working through big feelings like fear, anger, and shame, I’m here to meet you where you are.

That’s where I come in. For me, being a therapist means sitting in the mud with you, wading into the messiness together, and working with you towards a place where you can begin to listen to and trust yourself.

I love working with people from all walks of life and have a special passion for supporting folks in the queer/2SLGBTQIA+ community and neurodivergent individuals. I bring curiosity, non-judgement, compassion, and at times a dash of humor as we lean in and gently untangle some of those uncomfortable places that can feel too heavy to work through on your own.

So, if you find yourself at least knee-deep in the mud of life, let’s talk. Together, we’ll find a way to move forward

Contact to book at becca@alignedhealth.ca ###Areas of interest

Relationship challenges Sexuality, 2SLGBTQIA+, and gender identity Polyamory, ENM,& kink Depression and Anxiety Trauma and CPTSD Neurodivergence Disability Life transitions Grief and loss

My approach & Modalities I Draw From

Client-centred, and trauma-informed Integrative and Holistic DBT Somatics Mindfulness Parts work Existentialism

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Main Clinical Focus:

•Medical Massage Therapy & Chronic Pain Management

•Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) & Scar Tissue Release

•Support for Women’s Health Concerns

•Stress Reduction Techniques

Corinne Robinson is an intuitive & passionate alternative health care practitioner. She has been a “helper” from an early age with an interest in health & wellness long before any formal education. She has a unique ability to connect with her clients and their individual experiences, helping them to learn, understand and reach deeper into the root cause of the body’s anatomical dysfunction while kick starting the healing process.

She is mindful, caring and empowering while creating a safe treatment approach that is result oriented by integrating traditional Swedish and modern Massage Therapy techniques and exercise that will influence each body’s own innate systems to heal so that people may reach ease, optimal health and well-being in the tasks of daily living.

Corinne began her career as a Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist Assistant (PTA/OTA), after graduating in 2002 from Conestoga College in Kitchener completing the Pre-Health Sciences & PTA/OTA programs.

Corinne furthered her education and experience and is now a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT), graduating in 2014 with a diploma from the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy in Cambridge.

With an enthusiasm for learning and staying engaged in her continuing education, Corinne has Advanced Massage Therapy skills in: Fascial Movement Taping (FMT), Advanced Assessment, Functional Chains, Thoracolumbar Junction, Sacroiliac Joints and Pelvis, Cranium and Sacrum, Aromatouch Technique, Cupping as a Soft Tissue Tool and Gua Sha. Corinne is currently studying at the Ontario College of Traditional Chinese Medicine to obtain her diploma in Acupuncture in Toronto, ON.

Corinne would be honoured to help you gain insight towards your wellness journey.

“Healing is a matter of time, but it is sometimes also a matter of opportunity.” ~ Hippocrates

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Aimee is a Child, Youth and Family Therapist and master’s level Registered Social Worker (RSW). Aimee has been dedicated to supporting children, teens, and families since 2008. Throughout her career, Aimee has had the privilege to journey alongside families in hospital, community mental health, and school settings. Aimee primarily sees clients under 18 years of age.

Aimee believes that families are the experts of their own experience, and that children and youth have innate wisdom about their own thoughts and feelings. Aimee’s goal is to create a supportive space for this wisdom to come forward, fostering healing and resilience that extends beyond the therapy space.

Aimee’s individual work with children and teens is complimented by evidence-based parent consultation; equipping caregivers with tools to better understand their child’s behaviour, strengthen family bonds, and co-create solutions to problems.

Education

  • Master of Social Work (MSW), Wilfrid Laurier University
  • Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), Trent University
  • Certified Play Therapist (CPT), Canadian Association for Play Therapy
  • Registered Social Worker (RSW), Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)

Specialized Training

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT)
  • Trauma-Focused Integrative Play Therapy
  • Child-Focused Family Therapy
  • Theraplay® (parent-child attachment therapy)
  • Sandtray Therapy, Expressive Arts and Puppetry

Aimee is happy to offer a complimentary 15-minute exploration call to determine that she is the right fit for your needs. Booking this call prior to your first session is required.

Please visit her website www.aimee-msw.com for more information, or email aimee@alignedhealth.ca

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Hey — I’m Shirley!

I’m an art therapist completing my training to be a registered psychotherapist. That means that even if putting words to your struggle is hard, we’ve got other methods of communicating which can be really helpful when working through tough stuff.

I love working with all kinds of people who are looking to manage hard things, but especially people who have immigrated to Canada, are in the queer community, or have lived the caregiver role.

Immigration is tough and finding a community again is important — so is getting the support you need to function at your best.

Being queer, especially if you’re also an immigrant, can make finding that community feel even more complex.

Functioning as a caregiver to someone in your life is a whole new experience for a lot of us. It could be an aging parent, an ailing spouse, developmentally complex kids — or just kids in general.

Connecting people with themselves and their newfound communities, navigating changes to your identity, and steering through caregiver burnout are all things I’m really good at, so if you’re reading any of this and thinking, “Hey, that sounds like me!”, then book a 15-minute consultation to see if I’m the right fit for you. I’m looking forward to it!

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MSW, Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist

Key Clinical Focus o Anti-racist & culturally sensitive treatment o Narrative therapy o Couples counselling

Let’s work together if you want to move pass some of the hurdles that life throws at you. As a registered social worker with over 20 yrs of experience, I am a goal oriented and problem-solving focused therapist. My style is interactive and engaging. Life transitions such as work stress, separation & divorce, illness, relationship problems, challenges with parenting or retirement can result in anxious and depressive symptoms. Transitions happen to all of us – they are not shameful problems.

I work with individuals, couples & families as well as members of the African, Caribbean, Black & people of colour community. I provide anti-oppressive & culturally sensitive informed evidenced based psychotherapy to help address issues commonly faced by individuals from diverse backgrounds. Faith based therapy is also available.

I also provide couples counselling and issues related to - effective communication, separation or divorce, single parenting, blended family or interracial issues.

My treatment approaches include: CBT, narrative therapy, solution focused therapy, trauma therapy, Gottman method, emotionally focused couples therapy and sports performance counselling.

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