Play therapists in Saint John's, Newfoundland And Labrador NL, Canada CA
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Play Therapy
Our Landing Place
Therapist, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP, RCT
We are a collective of 2SLGBTQIA+ identified counsellors offering sex-positive, affirming and competent online and phone counselling across Canada (Turtle Island). We work through an anti-oppressive intersectional feminist lens.
We have a variety of levels of experience and professional qualifications on our team to suit your needs.
16 Years Experience
Online in Saint John's, NL Newfoundland And Labrador (Online Only)
Play Therapy
Halyna Polityka
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd
If you are new to therapy or never really found the right match, you may benefit from a more structured & directive clinician. Tell me what you need from our time and I will be responsible for guiding us there and keeping us on track. Therapy is not meant to stay in session - let's bring the work to life!
10 Years Experience
Online in Saint John's, NL Newfoundland And Labrador (Online Only)
Play Therapy
Vanessa Gear
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Is your child or teen feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, ADHD, school challenges, or difficulty managing big emotions? Perhaps learning differences, neurodivergence, family conflict, or life transitions are creating stress at home or school. I work with children, teens, adults, and families who want a supportive space to better understand these challenges. Together, we focus on building emotional regulation, confidence, coping skills, and stronger relationships so clients feel more capable, understood, and supported in their daily lives.
I specialize in supporting children, teens, and families navigating ADHD, autism (ASD), anxiety, school issues, learning challenges, and life transitions. Using CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and experiential approaches, including play-based techniques, I help clients strengthen emotional regulation, build coping skills, and develop greater confidence and resilience
Behind every behaviour is a story waiting to be heard. If you or your child feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck, therapy can provide a supportive space to slow down and make sense of what’s happening. Together we’ll explore strengths, build practical tools, and create meaningful change so you can move forward with greater confidence and connection.
0 Years Experience
Online in Saint John's, NL Newfoundland And Labrador
Play Therapy
Lia Khalili
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (RP)
Embark on a transformative journey towards a fulfilling life with over fifteen years of expertise guiding you. As a seasoned registered psychotherapist, I specialize in empowering individuals to overcome life's obstacles and unlock their full potential. Whether you're navigating relationships, academics, self-esteem, trauma, or psychological distress, I offer personalized counseling tailored to your unique needs.
I delve beyond surface symptoms, exploring the roots of problems from diverse perspectives to craft comprehensive and effective treatment plans. Drawing on profound insights into child psychology, I've developed innovative therapeutic methods for both adults and children.
With a range of therapeutic approaches at my disposal, I'm dedicated to helping you thrive. Through evidence-based strategies, you'll gain deeper self-understanding and cultivate effective techniques for a happier, more fulfilling life. Together, we can enhance focus, memory, and overall brain function, improving your daily performance and quality of life.
Having authored academic books and published over 16 articles in scientific journals, I offer unique ADHD therapy, brain training, personal development, and art therapy services, addressing challenges that are often difficult to treat. Let's embark on this transformative journey towards lasting well-being and resilience together.
20 Years Experience
Online in Saint John's, NL Newfoundland And Labrador
Play Therapy
Bonny Kaman Li
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
I believe therapy should be a place where people feel safe enough to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with themselves—often for the first time in a long while. Many individuals come to therapy carrying invisible burdens: unprocessed trauma, chronic stress, cultural or family expectations, or the exhaustion of always having to hold it together.
My work is grounded in a trauma-informed, emotion-focused approach that honours each person’s lived experience, cultural context, and nervous system. I integrate evidence-based modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and somatic-based interventions to help clients understand their emotional patterns, heal from past experiences, and develop practical strategies for daily life.
I value collaboration, transparency, and respect in the therapeutic relationship. Therapy is not about fixing or forcing change, but about creating the conditions for clarity, resilience, and self-trust to emerge. My goal is to support clients in building a more grounded, compassionate relationship with themselves and moving forward with greater confidence and emotional balance.
12 Years Experience
Online in Saint John's, NL Newfoundland And Labrador
St. John's is the capital of Newfoundland and Labrador and one of North America's oldest cities, perched on the Atlantic coast with a distinct cultural identity—Newfoundland's unique vernacular, music, and social traditions are a strong source of community pride and solidarity that provides genuine protective factors against isolation. The mental health landscape is shaped by the boom-and-bust character of the offshore oil industry that employs many residents, the generational grief from the cod fishery's collapse in 1992, and the seasonal affective challenges of a city known for fog, overcast skies, and long Atlantic winters. Memorial University's medical school contributes to the health workforce, and mental health services are provided through NL Health Services. Common therapy concerns include FIFO oil industry stress and relationship strain, economic anxiety tied to energy sector volatility, seasonal depression, and the grief of a community carrying significant intergenerational loss from the collapse of the fishery.
Play Therapy therapists in Saint John's, Newfoundland And Labrador, Canada Statistics
Play Therapy therapists in Saint John's, Newfoundland And Labrador, Canada average 11 years of experience and charge around $158 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (100%), Depression (100%), and Self Esteem (100%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$158
Accept insurance
88%
Offer sliding scale
75%
Gender ID
| 73% |
Female |
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| 9% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 9% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 62% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 100% | Depression |
| 100% | Self Esteem |
| 100% | Stress |
| 75% | ADHD |
| 75% | Anger Management |
| 75% | Autism and Asperger's |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 100% | Young Adult |
| 75% | Children |
| 75% | Teen |
| 63% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 38% | Black / African American |
| 38% | Jewish |
| 38% | Military / Veterans |
| 38% | Native American |
| 38% | Persons with Disabilities |