C.S. Counselling & Consulting Services
Counselor/Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Social Workers
In-Person in Brampton, ON L6R 0W3
Online in
Ontario
C.S. Counselling & Consulting Services is a Brampton-based counselling and psychotherapy practice built around one simple belief: therapy should fit the person, not force the person into a standard approach. Since 2011, our team has supported more than 2,000 clients through individual, couples, family, youth and mental health counselling. What sets us apart is the combination of full 60-minute client-focused sessions, a free 30-minute initial consultation for new clients, Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Social Workers, culturally responsive care, and more than 40 years of combined team experience. Through our C.S. Connected Care Approach, Listen. Understand. Connect. Support., we take time to understand each client and connect them with care that reflects their goals, experiences and circumstances.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Black / African American, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Hispanic / Latino, Jewish, LDS/Mormon, LGBTQ+, Men, Middle Eastern, Military / Veterans, Muslim, Native American, Pacific Islander, Persons with Disabilities, Sikh, Women clients.
Languages: English, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi & Gujarati
Treatment Approach
- Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) Trauma-informed therapy that helps individuals explore deeply held, painful emotional experiences within a safe, attuned therapeutic relationship.
- Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) A trauma-focused therapy that uses eye movements and imagery to help the brain reframe distressing memories. It often leads to quicker relief from symptoms compared to traditional talk therapy.
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Art Therapy Uses creative activities like drawing, painting, or sculpture as a way to express emotions. It is especially helpful when words are hard to find.
- Behavioral Therapy Uses learning techniques like reinforcement and practice to change unwanted behaviors. It is often applied to phobias, anxiety, and habits.
- Christian Counseling Blends psychological practices with Christian values and scripture. It provides faith-based support for life challenges and spiritual growth.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) An evidence-based treatment for PTSD that teaches clients to reframe unhelpful thoughts about trauma. It helps reduce guilt, shame, and fear.
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) Builds skills in self-kindness and compassion toward others. It is especially helpful for people who struggle with shame or self-criticism.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Family Constellation Therapy Explores hidden family dynamics and patterns across generations. It helps people understand how past family issues may be influencing current struggles.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Feminist Therapy Addresses how gender roles, power, and social inequality affect mental health. It empowers clients to challenge limiting beliefs and systems.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) A short-term approach focused on improving relationships and social support. It is often used for depression and grief.
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) A collaborative, client-centered approach that strengthens motivation for change. It is especially effective for addictions and health behaviors.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Helps parents strengthen their bond with their child while learning effective strategies to manage challenging behaviors. Through live coaching, parents practice positive communication, set clear boundaries, and build a more supportive, nurturing home environment.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Play Therapy Uses toys, games, and creative play to help children express emotions. It is especially useful when children can’t fully verbalize their feelings.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Psychosocial Therapy Looks at how social and environmental factors affect psychological health. It emphasizes relationships, community, and resilience.
- Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) Helps clients challenge and replace irrational beliefs. It is an action-oriented approach for lasting change.
- Sandplay Therapy Uses sand trays and miniature figures to allow symbolic expression. It is especially helpful for children and trauma survivors.
- Self Psychology Explores the development of self-esteem and identity. It emphasizes the importance of empathy in healing.
- Social Constructionist Therapy Looks at how social and cultural context shapes identity and problems. It helps clients create new narratives of meaning.
- Social Learning Therapy Based on the idea that people learn behaviors by observing others. It applies modeling and reinforcement to encourage healthy change.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
Approach Description: C.S. Counselling uses an integrative and client-centred approach to therapy, recognizing that no single method is appropriate for every client. Depending on the practitioner, client’s goals and presenting concerns, therapy may incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, behavioural strategies, mindfulness-informed techniques and person-centred approaches. Our therapists aim to understand each client’s experiences, relationships, culture and circumstances before determining which therapeutic strategies may be most appropriate. This reflects our C.S. Connected Care Approach: Listen. Understand. Connect. Support.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $160
- Accepts Insurance
- Green Shield
Education & Credentials
C.S. Counselling & Consulting Services Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Social Workers
- Female, Male
- License # 802938
- Licensed in Ontario
- Practicing Since 2011
Education: Coslyn Selby completed a degree in Social Work at Ryerson University, now Toronto Metropolitan University. Her academic background in social work provides a foundation for understanding mental health, relationships, family dynamics, community support and the social factors that can influence emotion
C.S. Counselling & Consulting Services Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Brampton, ON L6R 0W3
- Available Online for residents of Ontario
- Online Therapy Details: Virtual counselling and therapy are available across Ontario. Clients receive appointment and connection instructions after booking with the appropriate practitioner.
C.S. Counselling & Consulting Services is an established counselling, therapy and psychotherapy practice in Brampton, Ontario, serving individuals, couples, families, children and youth since 2011. Our goal is to provide personalized mental health support that helps clients feel heard, understood and respected. We believe therapy should fit the person rather than expecting every client to fit the same method. In-person counselling is available at our Brampton office, with virtual counselling and therapy available across Ontario through appropriately qualified professionals.
What makes C.S. Counselling different is our focus on personalized, relationship-based care. Our C.S. Connected Care Approach, Listen. Understand. Connect. Support., is designed around understanding the whole person before determining what kind of support may be most appropriate. We consider each client’s concerns, goals, relationships, culture, identity, lived experience and life circumstances.
Clients receive full 60-minute client-focused sessions, allowing meaningful time for conversation, reflection and therapeutic work. Our multidisciplinary team includes Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Social Workers, along with other appropriately qualified professionals. Together, the team brings more than 40 years of combined experience and has supported more than 2,000 clients.
New clients can begin with a free 30-minute initial consultation to discuss their concerns, ask questions and explore whether C.S. Counselling and the available practitioner may be a good fit for their needs.
Services include Mental Health Counselling, Individual Counselling & Therapy, Couples & Relationship Counselling & Therapy, Family Therapy & Counselling, Children & Youth Counselling, Anxiety Counselling & Therapy, Depression Counselling & Therapy, Anger Management Counselling, Alcohol Counselling, Grief & Loss Counselling, Self-Esteem & Confidence Counselling, Life Transitions Counselling, Divorce & Separation Counselling, Immigration & Newcomer Counselling, IVF & Fertility Counselling, Virtual Counselling & Therapy across Ontario, and psychotherapy through appropriately qualified professionals.
C.S. Counselling also places importance on culturally responsive and inclusive care. Some team members provide services in English, Punjabi, Hindi and Urdu. Being able to discuss emotions, relationships, family expectations, cultural experiences, identity or immigration-related concerns in a familiar language can help some clients feel more comfortable and understood.
Our relationship and family services support concerns such as communication difficulties, conflict, trust, separation, divorce, parenting challenges and family stress. Individual counselling and psychotherapy may support anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, stress, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, identity concerns and newcomer adjustment. Children and youth counselling is also available for appropriate concerns.
C.S. Counselling also offers specialized support for alcohol-related concerns. In addition to individual alcohol counselling, the practice offers RESET: Recovery, Empowerment, Sobriety and Education for Transformation. RESET is a structured six-week alcohol recovery and accountability program focused on education, self-awareness, coping strategies, relapse prevention, accountability and long-term recovery planning.
For clients navigating fertility challenges, IVF, reproductive stress or related grief, C.S. Counselling provides fertility-related emotional support through appropriately qualified practitioners. Newcomers and immigrants may also access counselling that considers cultural adjustment, identity, relationships, stress and major life changes.
Rather than simply claiming to be the best counselling or psychotherapy practice in Brampton, we believe clients should be able to see clear reasons why C.S. Counselling may be a strong choice for their needs. These include a free 30-minute initial consultation, full 60-minute client-focused sessions, more than a decade serving Brampton, over 2,000 clients supported, more than 40 years of combined team experience, regulated professionals, culturally responsive care, multilingual support, broad counselling and psychotherapy services, and specialized programs such as RESET.
Our goal is to help clients feel heard, understood, connected and supported while receiving care that reflects their individual needs, goals and circumstances.