Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) Therapists in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

Lyonne is a somatic psychotherapist specializing in attachment-based therapy. She works extensively with individuals navigating identity shifts, self-esteem, and life transitions. She supports clients to create meaningful change aligned with their values. Her work centres on regulation, embodiment, and empowerment.

I help adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, distracted, anxious, or hard on themselves build more clarity, self-understanding, and practical tools for daily life. My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. I draw from ACT, CBT, and mindfulness-based approaches to help clients better understand their patterns, relate differently to difficult thoughts and emotions, and move toward what matters most.

As a Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Director of Switzer Counselling & Psychotherapy Associates, I am passionate about providing compassionate, client-centered care that supports meaningful healing and personal growth. With over 20 years of experience in private practice, I have had the privilege of working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families facing a wide range of emotional and relational challenges. My therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. I integrate modalities such as EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and personality disorder treatment to help clients build resilience, strengthen relationships, and process difficult life experiences in a safe and supportive environment. I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey built on trust, empathy, and authenticity. My goal is to create a space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward lasting change and emotional well-being. In addition to my clinical work, I am committed to supporting the growth of the psychotherapy profession through clinical supervision and mentorship of registered professionals and Master’s-level interns. I value ongoing learning, professional development, and fostering strong therapeutic relationships that promote healing and hope.

As an expert in the trauma, attachment, body and relationship therapy field, Patricia can support you in just the right way. Making changes, even small ones are easier with the help of a trained therapist. You are already courageous by taking the first step!

My passion for psychotherapy comes from my own experiences with relationships. I’ve learned that our greatest joys—and our toughest struggles—often come from the connections we share with parents, partners, children, friends, and colleagues. These relationships shape not only how we see the world but also how we experience ourselves.

Vaughan is one of Canada's fastest-growing cities and part of the Greater Toronto Area's northern expansion, with a large Italian-Canadian community alongside growing South Asian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern populations creating a diverse and evolving therapy demand. The city's relative newness as a major population center means its private therapy infrastructure is still developing, and many residents access care in Toronto or through telehealth. Mackenzie Health's Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital — one of Canada's newest major hospitals — provides institutional resources, and the broader GTA ecosystem of therapists is accessible for those willing to travel or use online platforms. Vaughan's affluent suburban character means therapy is financially accessible for many, though stigma barriers in some cultural communities remain a consideration.

Gender ID

	83%	Female
	17%	Male

Session Type

	83%	In Person and Online
	17%	Online Only

Top Specialties

83%	Anxiety or Fears
83%	Self Esteem
83%	Stress
67%	Depression
67%	Perfectionism
67%	Trauma and PTSD
50%	ADHD

Ages Served

100%	Adult
83%	Young Adult
67%	Teen
50%	Senior
33%	Children

Client Focus

83%	Women
50%	Christian
50%	Hindu
50%	Men
50%	Persons with Disabilities

Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) therapists in Vaughan, Ontario ON, Canada CA

Lyonne Cheng

Jeremy Finkelstein

Shauna Switzer, MCP, MA RP

Patricia Berendsen & Associates Trauma Healing Centre of London Counselling, Psychotherapy, & Holistic Wellness

Lydia Bennett