*New Clients Welcome* No one knows you better than you. Client-centered psychotherapy values clients as the experts of their own lives and highlights the merits of a collaborative therapeutic partnership. Together, client and therapist will determine therapy goals and a flexible treatment plan that fits your specific lifestyle needs. I invite you to reach out and see if online psychotherapy is right for you at this time.
As a gestalt psychotherapist, who pairs gestalt training with somatic experiencing I can help support you in healing from your trauma.
No one in the Niagara Region utilizes the combination of these therapies and applies them to working with couples in crisis. Gottman (couples) and Post Induction Therapy training (relational/developmental trauma)
I am sorry to say but popular approaches to healing trauma like CBT will provide only temporary relief at best.
If you want to get to the root of your trauma and heal somatic experiencing (SE) is what you need and when supported with the power of relational gestalt therapy you will shift your shit!
SE focuses on regulating your nervous system.
With SE work trauma responses are completed and energy is released back into the system and with this the resolution and disappearance of physical complaints, including headaches, digestive problems, and pain syndromes can be resolved, and emotional regulation can be restored.
I will teach you how to work with your stress response - the body's innate alarm system in response to a perceived danger, also called the "Fight or Flight" response.
It is highly adaptive to danger and human survival when threats are physical, but less so when threats are psychological, or imaginary, among other somatic and relational skills.
I have been trained under Dr Abi Blakeslee part of Dr Peter A Levine's legacy group out of California for Somatic Experiencing and the late great Dr Bud Feder the author of Beyond the Hot Seat was on my dissertation committee overseeing a phenomenological study of the effectiveness of a gestalt therapy group I created to reduce stress in working informal caregivers of the elderly. I named the group process Stressed WOW (We Overloaded with Work).
Gestalt therapy is an extremely complex psychotherapy, too complex to describe in this short space.
The power of its effectiveness can only be experienced.
Most present day therapies have stolen bits and pieces of its praxis.
Get the whole again with a holistic, here and now, experiential therapy.
I am here for you... I've got your six!
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Q), M.Ed. (Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy)
Welcome to Restoration Mental Health Agency.
As navigating through the ebbs and flows of life can be challenging, Katja believes that it is absolutely okay to feel overwhelmed at times by sadness, anxiety, or relationship struggles. Many individuals, just like you, encounter these obstacles at different points in their lives. Katja believes that recognizing you might need support is not only brave but a pivotal step towards healing and personal growth. Katja offers individual and couples therapy sessions to adults (18+).
Marriage and Family Therapist, Masters.Div., Masters.Th., Registered Psychotherapist. CRPO, Clinical Fellow, American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy.
Result-driven: Based on significant clinical experience specializing in Families and Couples (AAMFT American Association Marriage and Family Therapy.org). Grief/loss, and Healthcare professionals.
Clinical experience: Clinical Supervisor for Psychotherapists and Psychospiritual Care trainees.
Work experience in Healthcare, Corrections, Psychospiritual care and Mental Health Services.
Therapist Training: Master’s Leveling training in Therapy, Systems theory, Family Systems and Mindfulness. Specialty training in Couples Therapy, Gottman Method Level II, Critical Incident Stress debriefing (CISM), Psychodynamic Theory such as Object Relations, EMDR, Conflict Resolution, and Communication strategies such as Clear Leadership.
Therapists are members of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and trained within professional Associations such as the American Association for Couples and Family Therapy and the Canadian Association of Spiritual Care.
I am a registered psychotherapist with experience over 15 years in psychotherapy and counselling. I work with individuals and couples. I specialize in working with anxiety, anger, depression, lack of motivation, and hopelessness. I am also very experienced in teaching communication skills and negotiations.
Everything is possible if you work on it, so I am focused on solutions and actions in practice. I try to be creative and use evidence-based psychotherapeutic approaches.
My sessions are focused on results, but I use a deep understanding and analysis of the roots of the issues. I have a background in CBT, psychoanalysis and psychodynamic techniques.
Registered Psychotherapist, Hon. BA., RP (Qualifying)
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, battling anxiety, ADHD, Autism, or struggling with intense emotions and impulses? Do you find navigating social cues and communication challenging, making it difficult to build fulfilling relationships? With compassion and curiosity, I invite you to explore the influences behind your recurring patterns, so that you can achieve deep transformation and satisfaction. As a BIPOC, trauma-informed therapist experienced in navigating neurodivergent challenges, complex relationship dynamics, family/intergenerational issues, and narcissistic abuse, I tailor my approach to personal and relational growth, trauma recovery, and identity exploration.
My priority is to empower you to develop confidence, resilience, balance and a positive self-image. My therapy practice is also rooted in a lifelong interest in the interplay of our common humanity and individual uniqueness. I use a bicultural and mindfulness lens to draw from my own process of self-discovery and emotional experience to meet you in yours.
Meaningful change is possible and I am here to walk that path with you at your pace. Together, we can reshape entrenched habits that no longer serve you and overcome barriers. Reach out to me for a complimentary 50-minute consultation to begin your journey towards a more authentic and fulfilling life.
As a therapist with over nine years of experience, my practice is deeply rooted in connection, compassion, and evidence-based care. I’ve supported individuals, families, and communities through life transitions, anxiety, addiction, and life’s toughest moments. Whether in schools, hospitals, or my therapy practice, I provide a warm, client-centred space where healing, growth, and resilience can thrive.
I’m passionate about creating a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your inner strengths and foster self-awareness to help make meaningful, lasting change. My approach is collaborative and empathetic, using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
I’m a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping individuals overcome anxiety, heal from trauma, and navigate life transitions. If you feel overwhelmed—whether it's from mounting stress, recovering from a personal setback, or seeking a deeper sense of purpose—you're not alone. My goal is to offer you a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore your emotions and develop practical strategies to regain control and clarity in your life.
I help clients build resilience and achieve sustainable growth by focusing on their strengths and values. Together, we’ll identify the challenges holding you back and create a personalized path forward. Using evidence-based approaches, we’ll work to reduce anxiety, process trauma, and navigate life’s changes with greater ease and self-awareness.
Life can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. If you're ready to take the first step toward healing and personal transformation, I'm here to guide and support you at every turn. Let's work together to create lasting peace, clarity, and emotional resilience.
Do you feel overwhelmed by your emotions, trapped in cycles of unhealthy behaviours, or the impacts of past trauma? Do your emotions lead you to engage in patterns you wish you could break? I can understand these feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, and what seems to be uncontrollable, and I'm here to make them easier. If you are looking for clarity on why you feel this way and want to regain a sense of control or stability, now might be the time to reach out to a therapist who can help. Understanding your emotional and behavioural patterns is the first step toward change, and I am here to guide you through this process.
With over 7 years specializing in anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma, I have developed an understanding of how these issues can intertwine and complicate one's life. Together, we will explore the roots of your struggles, providing you with the knowledge and strategies to not only cope but thrive. Whether it's managing emotions, overcoming addictive behaviours, or healing from emotional pain, my goal is to empower you with the awareness and resources to move forward confidently. Reach out to discuss how I can support you.
The pressures of the day-to-day leave many of us feeling anxious, overwhelmed and stressed. The trauma we've experienced lives in our bodies whether we recognize it or not. Culture plays a huge role in how we perceive the world around us, which is why at Tea Time Therapy, we have created a culturally inclusive safe space where you can come and discuss how you are feeling without the stigma around mental health. At Tea Time Therapy, we are here to walk with you on your journey to overcome your daily life struggles and the traumas you have experienced. We aim to provide a safe space for you to feel heard, understood and seen.