I am a queer, non-binary social worker who is trauma-informed. I have lived experience as a neurodiverse person, spoonie, and a trauma survivor. I am trained in emotion-focused therapy, narrative therapy, motivational interviewing, DBT, CBT, EMDR, and Unyte-iLs’s SSP and Focus (that is based upon Polyvagal theory), and uses various tools from many other modalities as well. I prioritize working with the following communities: Indigenous, Two-Spirit, LGBTQIAP+/Queer community, trans community, and non-monogamous/polyamorous community. It is important for me that before working with someone, they feel it is a perfect fit or as close to a perfect fit as possible. Previous to ever recommending a treatment to someone, I will often experience this modality myself first to get an idea of what the experience can look or feel like.

You can reach out to me through email at aden@healingjourneycounselling.ca if you want a consultation or session outside of what is available in the online booking system.

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I primarily work with adults ages 18-29 or older from the 2SLGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities who are seeking to learn more about their relationship patterns or strengthen their relationships.

I’m a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, and I hold a Master’s in Counselling Psychology from the University of Toronto – OISE.

You can reach out to me by email at leslie@healingjourneycounselling.ca.

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Hello, I’m Katrina, a cisgender woman of mixed First Nations and white heritage and Registered Social Worker in Ontario. I have lived experience with mental health, trauma, and intergenerational issues

I aim to work with and guide you through your healing journey to find the best path forward, centering YOU as the expert in your own experiences. I treat our time together as a collaborative process and recognize that every individual has different needs and goals. Working with me will be an unveiling of what we can accomplish together.

Are you: - Working through the culturally-sensitive and challenging circumstances of Indigenous identity living on Turtle Island? - Struggling with panic attacks, depressive symptoms, persistent anxiety, or other mood dysregulation? - Working through or dealing with the aftermath of a relationship that negatively impacted you/you feel is unhealthy?

Specific foci include: - Indigenous-centric care addressing cultural challenges and finding available supports - Anxiety and/or depression - History of domestic violence experience and recovery steps thereafter

Counselling modalities include: - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) - Narrative Therapy - Motivational Interviewing (MI) - EMDR therapy

You can reach out to me through email at katrina@healingjourneycounselling.ca

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Hi there, I’m Lara (they/them)!

I’m a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (#20945), Professional Art Therapist, and Expressive Arts Therapist. I offer a practice woven from the intersections of my identity as a white settler, Non-Binary, Queer, Mad, and Autistic artist-activist, with lived experience as a Spoonie and trauma survivor. Practicing under clinical supervision, I hold a Master’s level dual diploma in Art Therapy and Expressive Arts Therapy from WHEAT Institute, a BFA in Film from NSCAD University, and have completed Psychology studies at Athabasca and Dalhousie Universities. My professional history spanning victim services, public education, and supportive counselling supports my dedication to a systems approach and social justice lens.

Navigating this lived experience, I recognize that the survival pressures to conform and camouflage can often lead to feelings of exhaustion, isolation, or disconnection from self, relationships, community, and land. I offer a warm, supportive presence where curiosity and a sense of humour are always welcome. My approach is Trauma-Informed and Strength-Based, integrating a systems view to understand how broader social conditions impact your well-being. I work eclectically, drawing from Experiential, Somatic, and Compassion-Focused modalities to tailor our sessions. This might involve processing emotions in the here-and-now, building grounding skills, or integrating creative tools when words feel limited. However we choose to work, my goal is to help you cultivate inner resources and move toward authentic embodiment.

I welcome children (8+), youth, adults, and seniors to collaborate in this work. Support is provided in English through online sessions, requiring no artistic skill or expensive supplies. You are worthy of care, connection, and a judgment-free space to unmask, create, and be your authentic self.

Are you: Seeking support that is truly neurodiversity-affirming and grounded in shared lived experience? Looking to process your identity in a safer, queer-affirming therapy space? Struggling with burnout or the exhaustion of surviving ableist systems? Feeling the heavy pressure to mask, conform, or perform perfectionism? Needing a space that honours your chronic illness and body’s capacity? Curious to explore how creativity can support your wellness, without expectation of previous artistic skill?

Specific foci include: Neurodivergence & Unmasking (Autism, ADHD, AuDHD, Burnout) 2SLGBTQIAP+ Identity & Gender Exploration, Trauma, Violence, & Systemic Wounds , Chronic Illness, Pain, & “Spoonie” Experiences, Anxiety, Stress, & Perfectionism (Nervous System Regulation), Self-Esteem, Confidence, & Self-Compassion, Relationships, Communication, & Boundaries, Grief & Life Transitions

Modalities: Art Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Person-Centered, Compassion Focused, Narrative, Relational, Somatic, Transpersonal, Eco-psychotherapy

You can reach out to me by email at lara@healingjourneycounselling.ca.

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I am a queer, neurodivergent, polyamorous, feminist, and cisgender white woman. I am committed to anti-oppression, social justice, and the self-reflection and lifelong unlearning this requires.

I have been practicing social work since 2012 with a focus on issues related to queer and trans folks, body neutrality, harm reduction, and body-based trauma recovery modalities. While I use an eclectic range of intervention, I am formally trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

I aim to position myself as a co-collaborator in your journey and will follow your lead. Using a feminist power-sharing framework, I believe that the therapeutic alliance and a genuine, authentic caring and attuned relationship is the foundational element of successful therapy, and so I will work hard to earn your trust and build that alliance with you.

I am most excited about working with queer and trans folks, neurodiverse folks, non-monogamous folks, and those looking to utilize EMDR for trauma recovery.

You can reach out to me by email at alisa@healingjourneycounselling.ca

I am a queer, neurodivergent, polyamorous, feminist, and cisgender white woman. I am committed to... Read More