Shane Smyth

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, OACCPP
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therapist: Shane Smyth,
In-Person in Guelph, ON N1H 4G2
Online in Ontario
(Please note for speed of reply, emails are sent to our admin team) I try to make therapy as accessible and easy going as possible. I believe that everyone has the right to have a rich and meaningful life and through therapy I hope to provide clients with the space and skills to access their own inner resources as well as build meaningful relationships. I have over ten years experience and engage in continuous learning to ensure I am able to provide people with the best possible therapy.

Client Focus

Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adolescent, Adult, Elder
Demographic Expertise: Black / African American, Buddhist, LGBTQ+, Men, Women clients.
Languages: English

Treatment Approach

  • Behavioral
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused (EFT)
  • Existential/Humanistic
  • Experiential
  • Gestalt
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational Psychotherapy
  • Social Constructionist
  • Transactional Analysis
Approach Description: I try to make therapy easy to access by being warm and engaging during sessions. I know it is a commitment to self care to go to therapy so I work hard to ensure people feel like they are getting value for money and are getting their goals met. I use a humanistic and integrative approach.

Education & Credentials

Shane Smyth MA, RP, OACCPP
  • Male
  • License # 003380
  • Licensed in Ontario
  • Practicing Since 2007
Education: I have an Honours Bachelors in Counselling and Psychotherapy as well as a Masters in Youth and Community Work. From my previous career I have a Bachelors in Engineering.

Finances

Fees
  • Average Session Fee 165
  • Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
  • Please feel free to discuss options around sliding scale therapy.
Insurance
  • Accepts Insurance
  • I issue receipts as a Registered Psychotherapist which may be reimbursed by insurance providers. I also work under psychological supervision and am able to issue psychological receipts should you require this service for your benefits.

Shane Smyth Practice Details

Therapy Sessions
  • Available In-Person in Guelph, ON N1H 4G2
  • Available Online for residents of Ontario
  • Online Therapy Details: VSee, Skype, Zoom, Simple Practice
Shane Smyth Practice Description
I am a registered psychotherapist specializing in individual, couples and family therapy both online and in-person in Guelph, Ontario. I am trained and experienced in many types of therapy as I believe it is necessary to always be learning as a therapist. I take a compassionate and caring approach when working with people and aim to ensure people are supported to live according to their goals and values. Some of the types of therapy that I integrate into my work include; Emotion Focused Therapy for individuals and couples, Internal Family Systems, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Sex Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness integrated Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

Practice Overview

21 Yarmouth Street
Available both in-person and online
17 Years Experience
Couple, Family, Individual

Specialties

Office Hours

Monday
8:30 am - 9:00 pm
Tuesday
8:30 am - 9:00 pm
Wednesday
8:30 am - 9:00 pm
Thursday
8:30 am - 9:00 pm
Friday
8:30 am - 9:00 pm

Driving Directions

We are located in down town Guelph at 55 Cork Street East.

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