![Tamara Hanoski, Ph.D, R.Psych](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/tamara-hanoski.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Tamara Hanoski, Ph.D, R.Psych
Registered Psychologist
In T6B 3J4 - Nearby to Wellington.
I often work with couples who are struggling in an effort to develop effective communcation, express feelings appropriately, overcome infidelity, deal with parenting conflicts, address unresolved issues, establish more of a connection with one another, adjust to various life transitions (such as having a baby), and deal with day-to-day struggles (such as housework). I use a variety of techniques to address these difficulties, with the ultimate goal of establishing a sense of goodwill and connection, so that each partner has empathy and support for the other, and they can create a sense of being a true team as they navigate life together.
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Couples Counsellor
WJW Counselling and Mediation, RPscyh, CSW, RSW, MED/ARB, DMFT
Registered Psychologist Registered Clinical Social Work RSW Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy
In T8N 1B4 - Nearby to Wellington.
I have been told that I have well accepted and a results oriented approach with my clients. This approach moves beyond the conventional session structure providing you, the client, a greater opportunity to utilize the tools and insight gained in session. My goal for clients is to move through counselling in the most efficient way without a requirement for long-term, ongoing therapy. My methods will give you the opportunity to become free of the chronic stress and emotional drain of the issues that you are facing. This solution focused approach helps you to resolve issues and move forward to fully enjoy your life and purpose. I am also a trained Gottman Method Couples Therapist; well known Psychol....
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Couples Counsellor
Michelle Vandegriend, Ph.D., Registered Psychologist
Registered Psychologist, Certified Gottman Therapist
In T8N 6K4 - Nearby to Wellington.
Dr. Vandegriend is a Registered Psychologist and Certified Gottman Therapist specializing in working with couples/marriage/relationships and implements a practical, easy-to-talk to, and results oriented approach. Areas of focus are: better communication; working through conflicts and areas where they just feel "stuck"; managing transitions better together (ie. new parents, retirement); healing after infidelity and establishing greater trust, respect and connection between each other; and deepening levels of intimacy. www.stalbertcounselling.com
![ShiftGrit Psychology & Counselling, R. Psych, MACP, MSW, RSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/shiftgrit-psychology-0-counselling.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
ShiftGrit Psychology & Counselling, R. Psych, MACP, MSW, RSW
Psychologists, Counselor, Child Psychologist, Marriage Counsellor, Mental Health Clinic, Mental Health Service, Social Workers
In T5N 1R7 - Nearby to Wellington.
In a relationship, each member is responsible for an equal share of the dynamic. In a family, that means it splits between the amount of people, and in a couple it’s 50% created by each partner. This 50% is the result of the individual’s needs- both functional and dysfunctional. Functional needs relate to biological drives, culture, relationship goals, values, etc. Dysfunctional needs come from limiting beliefs, which are internalized in our childhood. They create needs like: the need to be in control, or the need to protect oneself. The needs, whether functional or dysfunctional, can balance each other out, creating a “stabilizer” or they can become unmet needs.
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Couples Counsellor
Landon Hildebrand, MA
Registered Psychologist
In T6E 1Z9 - Nearby to Wellington.
Being in a relationship is not always easy. Sometimes our experiences from relationships in the past, including our own families, can make this even more difficult. It can be hard to love someone when resentment, fear, anger, and confusion stand in the way. As a couples/relationship therapist its my role to help your sort out these concerns and find more effective ways of communicating so that you might be able to love and care more freely with greater trust and openness. LGBTQ2+ Friendly.
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Couples Counsellor
Paul Sussman, Ph.D.,R.Psych.(AB),L.Psych.(GA)
Licensed Psychologist, Alberta and Georgia
In T5R 3K2 - Nearby to Wellington.
I have a significant caseload of relationship therapy clients. I am comfortable with essentially any type of relationship taking place between consenting adults. I accept the orientation(s) of the parties to a relationship, and am as a rule able to come from there. If I have a bias, it is to preserve the being of the relationship, the "we" that emerges when one and another form a bond. My bias notwithstanding, I am able to assist parties to a relationship to achieve a more peaceful separation/termination when that is their choice.
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Couples Counsellor
Al Riediger, Ph.D., R.Psych.
Registered Psychologist
In T8N 1H6 - Nearby to Wellington.
I define a couple as any two people involved in ongoing interaction. When things go wrong the relationship is unfulfilling and may be hurtful to the participants. All too often things go wrong when the individuals focus on what they want from each other and they become enmeshed in a power struggle. In couples therapy there are no “rules of engagement” but there are skills which can be developed to make the relationship mutually rewarding and personally empowering.
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Couples Counsellor
Vanessa Iceton, MC
Registered Psychologist
In T5P 3M8 - Nearby to Wellington.
The Gottman Method approach is an empirically based treatment used when couples have become gridlocked. This method starts with thorough assessments that help inform the therapy process through research-based interventions. The goals of this therapy are to learn and practice softened start up communication skills, increase fondness and admiration, manage conflict, create shared meaning, and increase trust and commitment. I have completed Level 1 and 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and I use Gottman Method Couples Therapy in my work. Note: this method is not appropriate for couples where violence is occurring.
![Kim Silverthorn, B.A., R.P.C., M.P.C.C., C.T](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kim-silverthorn.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Kim Silverthorn, B.A., R.P.C., M.P.C.C., C.T
Psychotherapist
In T4X 0A6 - Nearby to Wellington.
Couples often need a little support as they navigate the challenges that exist in every relationship. There are many complicating factors that impact the success of a relationship - children, finances, and different childhood experiences can all create a rollercoaster ride of emotions that can add confusion to the love that two people feel for one another. Learning how to communicate clearly, how to argue appropriately, and how to demonstrate appreciation and value for one another are the essential building blocks to a loving and intimate relationship that will last.
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Couples Counselor
Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
Loving, successful relationships need to be carefully and skillfully nurtured in the following five areas: Emotional, Intellectual, Spiritual, Sexual, Financial. Couples who are ready to do ongoing work on their relationships are richly rewarded with a loving, meaningful and joyful life together. Committed relationships that have the possibility of morphing into long term relationships benefit greatly by being guided by the Gottman research on relationships as well as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Premarital Counselling prepares a couple for a new stage in their relationship by identifying potential areas of conflict and strength and developing tools to create a strong foundation.
![Cherisse Kovacs, Provisional Psychologist](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/cherisse-kovacs.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Cherisse Kovacs, Provisional Psychologist
Registered Provisional Psychologist
In T8A 4E3 - Nearby to Wellington.
Couple's counselling can provide an opportunity to identify issues impacting the relationship, while working toward discovering solutions to resolve presenting concerns. I have experience working with couples struggling with intimacy and communication issues, assisting them to work toward increasing interpersonal connectedness and developing ways to reduce conflict by communicating more effectively.
![Tori Hornbacher, MC, R. Psych.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/tori-hornbacher.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Tori Hornbacher, MC, R. Psych.
Registered Psychologist
In T8H 0H9 - Nearby to Wellington.
Working together with couples for pre-marriage counselling, couples issues, or marriage counselling allows clients to work through the issues (the "ripples" in the carpet) that they continue to trip over. Client's begin to connect with each other, reconcile the relationship, improve communication and intimacy, rebuild trust, as well as many other enhancements.
![Sherri A. Lees, B.A., M.C.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/sherri-a.-lees.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Sherri A. Lees, B.A., M.C.
Registered Psychologist & Certified Grief Recovery Specialist
In T8N 2T7 - Nearby to Wellington.
Many relationships hit a point where help and support are needed. Opening up the pathways of communication and learning how to successfully move through breeches within the relationship and move towards repair, can have couples finding themselves liking one another again and feeling much closer. If this kind of support feel needs, reach out today through email or by phone.