Art therapists in Saint Catharines, Ontario ON, Canada CA
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Art Therapy
Ryta Marie Peschka
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
*Accepting New Clients* My approach to therapy is built on authenticity and transparency. As a therapist, I strive to provide a safe space for clients to recognize and develop their inherent strengths empowering them to heal and grow. I work from a strength-based perspective while motivating and exploring change through a solution focused lens. I work with individuals and youth and offer a free 15-minute consultation to ensure you feel I'm the right fit for you.
24 Years Experience
In-Person in Saint Catharines, ON
Online in Saint Catharines, ON Ontario
Art Therapy
Critical Trauma Therapy
Occupational Therapist, Registered Social Workers, Registered Psychotherapists
At Critical Trauma Therapy, we understand that each person's journey is unique, and our therapeutic approach is tailored to meet the specific needs of our clients.
19 Years Experience
In-Person in Saint Catharines, ON L2S 0A9
Online in Saint Catharines, ON Ontario
Art Therapy
Julie Christiansen (Spa for the Soul)
Counsellor/Therapist, RP
1 in 5 Canadians will experience a mental health crisis in their lifetime. The last two years has shown us just how easy it can be for mental health to decline and quickly. Spa for the Soul seeks to support you on your journey to emotional wholeness. We are a client-centered practice, culturally diverse, and with a variety of treatment modalities to meet our clients' needs.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in Saint Catharines, ON L2T 3Y4
Online in Saint Catharines, ON Ontario
Art Therapy
Adrienne Sharma-Richardson PhD MEd RP OCT
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Gestalt Psychotherapist Somatic Experiencing Practitioner Gottman Trained Couples Therapist
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!
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Saint Catharines, ON
Online in Saint Catharines, ON Ontario
Art Therapy
Michelle Directo
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP, ExA
Hello, my name is Michelle.
I am a registered psychotherapist who draws from a variety of different approaches. I am a mother of 4 children. I love to read, go hiking, meet new people, and traveling. I appreciate the steps that you are taking towards change and growth. I personally understand what it is like to come from a place of needing and asking for help. This awareness helps me to empathize and create a place for you to share your unique experiences. I would love the opportunity to provide a safe space for you to do so. It would to be an honor for me to help you re-write new chapters in your story. I provide a 15 minute free consultation in which you can determine if I am the right fit for you.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Saint Catharines, ON
Online in Saint Catharines, ON Ontario
Art Therapy
Hayllie Durette
Registered Psychotherapist, DATI, Registered Psychotherapist
I specialize in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, men’s mental health, and neurodivergence. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, or struggling to make sense of your experiences, therapy can be a place to slow down, gain clarity, and find a way forward that actually works for you. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can show up as you are without pressure to “have it all figured out.” I understand that for many, opening up or finding the right words can feel challenging. We’ll move at your pace, in a way that feels comfortable, practical, and respectful to your needs.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Saint Catharines, ON
Online in Saint Catharines, ON Ontario
Art Therapy
Makayla Ciuffreda
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Does your child or teen, or young adult seem constantly worried, easily overwhelmed, or often down? Are focus, attention, or big emotions making daily life a struggle at home or school? Many young people face challenges like anxiety, OCD, ADHD, or depression that can leave them feeling “different” or not good enough. Whether you or your child is dealing with constant worries, low mood, difficulty regulating emotions, or challenges with attention and social connections, therapy can be a place for growth and healing. My goal is to help your child feel more confident, resilient, and equipped to thrive.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Saint Catharines, ON
Online in Saint Catharines, ON Ontario
Art Therapy
Destiny Melo
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Do you find yourself struggling to navigate your current life challenges no matter what you do? You may be stuck in cycles of self-doubt or have difficultly managing your emotions, leaving you feeling disconnection from your goals and relationships. I can help you strengthen your relationships, build healthier coping mechanisms, and develop effective skills and tools to regain your sense of control. Regulating your emotions and your nervous system can feel overwhelming when you are constantly in fight-or-flight or survival mode. You don't have to feel constantly dysregulated!
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Saint Catharines, ON
Online in Saint Catharines, ON Ontario
Art Therapy
Mind By Design®
Registered Psychotherapist, Psychology and Coaching Clinics
Mind By Design® is all things mental health: We're dedicated to providing accessible, comprehensive, and personalized care for our clients' mental health needs. Our cutting-edge approach to mental wellness combines the latest research and technology to provide individual, couple, family, and group therapy for all ages. We specialize in helping individuals with motor vehicle accidents, workplace injuries, slip and fall cases, long-term disabilities, and more. Our team of experts conducts over 15 types of psychological assessments to provide the best possible care for our clients. With over 25 locations across Ontario and services available in multiple languages, we're committed to welcoming individuals of all backgrounds and identities.
Contact our head office located in Oakville or visit our website to learn more. Whatever your goal might be, we're eager to help you achieve the results you want.
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Saint Catharines, ON
Online in Saint Catharines, ON Ontario
Art Therapy
Jennifer Morley
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, BSc, BA, CCPA
It’s not easy being human right now. Especially when you’re carrying anxiety, relationship strain, trauma, or the quiet exhaustion that comes from holding everything together for everyone else. I work with individuals and couples who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves or the people they care about, and who are ready for meaningful change.
My approach to therapy is warm, grounded, and collaborative. I draw from evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches, helping clients build insight, emotional regulation, and healthier patterns in relationships. I place strong emphasis on safety, trust, and understanding the whole person, not just the symptoms that brought them to therapy.
I have extensive experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, high stress, relationship challenges, grief, and life transitions. I believe therapy should feel like a space where you don’t have to perform, explain away your feelings, or have it all figured out. Together, we slow things down, make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, and work toward greater clarity, connection, and emotional ease.
3 Years Experience
Online in Saint Catharines, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Art Therapy therapists in Saint Catharines, Ontario, Canada Statistics
Art Therapy therapists in Saint Catharines, Ontario, Canada average 13 years of experience and charge around $178 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (88%), Depression (84%), and Trauma and PTSD (74%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$178
Accept insurance
81%
Offer sliding scale
79%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
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| 19% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 76% |
In Person and Online |
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| 24% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 84% | Depression |
| 74% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 71% | Stress |
| 69% | Self Esteem |
| 67% | Loss or Grief |
| 60% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 81% | Teen |
| 74% | Senior |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 47% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Women |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Men |
| 47% | Christian |
| 36% | Black / African American |