![Kristie Brassard, MSW, RSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kristie-brassard.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Kristie Brassard, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker | Psychotherapist
In N5V 0A2 - Nearby to Southgate.
When we're feeling disconnected, unhappy or lonely in our relationships, it can take a toll on our wellbeing & mental health. Couples therapy gives folks hope that there relationship can be more connected, calm & loving. In sessions, we'll focus on the root issues in the relationship, and co-create a plan to heal. We prioritize working on effective communication and conflict management, healing past relationship hurts and building intimacy. Monogamous & polyamorous couples of all genders, sexual orientations and cultural backgrounds are welcome in our virtual office! If you want to start improving your relationship, book a consultation or session now! www.kaleidoscopecounsellingco.com
![Amelia Holden, M.S.W., R.S.W.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/amelia-holden.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Amelia Holden, M.S.W., R.S.W.
Registerd Social Worker
In N6C 3H1 - Nearby to Southgate.
Couple counseling in both hetero and homo sexual realtionships has the same starting point of communication, trust, and respect. As a professional using Interpersonal Communication techniques I would help the couple come to understand not only each other as a couple but also themselves as an individual in the couple's relationship. By role modeling an unbias position I will help lend a new perspective to the couple's relationship issues that may not have been seen through the day-to-day routine of their busy lives.
![Mia Pintus, MSW RSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/mia-pintus.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Mia Pintus, MSW RSW
Registered Social Worker
In N6K 3N5 - Nearby to Southgate.
Over time we fall into communication patterns with our partners. Those patterns become most evident when we are stressed, as we can default to ways of relating to each other that doesn't serve us or our relationship. Learning to build new patterns of communication, more supportive and more connected communication patterns, can promote a healthier relationship, a deeper sense of connection and joy, and a more hopeful future.
![Michelle Iacobucci, RP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/michelle-iacobucci.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Michelle Iacobucci, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
In N6B 1Z2 - Nearby to Southgate.
My background in relational therapy allows me to understand individuals through the relationships they cohabit. Couple therapy may be a vehicle for growth to occur both relationally and individually. This in turn may assist in bringing you closer to your desired goals through understanding and breaking down language used in romantic relationships. Throughout couple sessions, I lean towards emotionally focused therapy, as I have witnessed its transformative effects particularly in romantic relationships. Please contact me for a free consultation to learn more about my approach and to determine if we would be a good fit.
![Kristen Wilson, M.A., R.P., C.C.C.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kristen-wilson.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Kristen Wilson, M.A., R.P., C.C.C.
Registered Psychotherapist
In N6B 1X9 - Nearby to Southgate.
In my work with couples, I encourage each individual to understand their role in conflict so that they can take ownership and make new decisions that prioritize the relationship. Through these conversations, each person can begin to develop compassion for their partner, so new ways of being can help the relationship grow while strengthening the connection.
![Nicole Lobo, Hons. BA, MA, RP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/nicole-lobo.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Nicole Lobo, Hons. BA, MA, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
In N6A 1A7 - Nearby to Southgate.
Couples counselling can be a little daunting to some, with the prospects of bringing out the skeletons in the closet can be scary and unforgiving. However, it doesn't have to be. My approach involves couples bettering their understanding of one another as individuals, strengthening their bond as a unit, and rekindling the spark that brought them together at the start. Through couples counselling, my goal is to help you improve communication, manage stressful times, and find appreciation for one another, regardless of the hurdles in your past.
![Ojasvi Bhardwaj, RP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/ojasvi-bhardwaj.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Ojasvi Bhardwaj, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
They say home is where the heart is, and in your relationship, it's no different. I specialize in couple therapy, where I honor both perspectives and needs within your partnership. Together, we pave a path to reconnection through mutual understanding and a common purpose, putting the heart back in your relationship. Reach out for a free consultation, and let's work towards rekindling the spark and strengthening your bond.
![Nancy VanderSchaaf, MEd., Ph.D., CCC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/nancy-vanderschaaf.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Nancy VanderSchaaf, MEd., Ph.D., CCC
Clinical Counsellor
In N6J 3Y6 - Nearby to Southgate.
Nothing is as rewarding or satisfying as a healthy, loving, intimate relationship and nothing is as damaging and destructive as an intimate relationship gone wrong. I offer premarriage counselling and I help heterosexual couples of all ages strengthen their relationship and increase trust. I also help couples repair and renew trust when it has been broken. While communication is important, trust is the most vital component to a healthy relationship. My approach is eclectic.
![Kevin Alderson, Ph.D.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kevin-alderson.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Kevin Alderson, Ph.D.
Registered Psychologist (Alberta and Ontario)
Available for Online Therapy
[I OFFER VIDEO SESSIONS THROUGHOUT ALBERTA AND ONTARIO]. Your struggles might seem overwhelming now, but most situations can be rectified. I have worked with many couples, regardless of their lifestyle. I have been a psychologist since 1986. I am also a professor emeritus of counselling psychology. Set up an appointment now before things get worse by going to https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=14249112
![Talking Works Counselling and Psychotherapy, RP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/talking-works-counselling-and-psychotherapy.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Talking Works Counselling and Psychotherapy, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
In N6C 5B2 - Nearby to Southgate.
At Talking Works, we use the proven framework of emotion focused therapy (EFT) to create lasting change by emphasising emotional awareness and processing to help you better understand, regulate, and share your emotions. EFT focuses on creating a secure and loving attachment between you and your partner to help you communicate your needs and desires in a way that fosters deeper intimacy and connection.
![Emily Beeckmans, B.A., B.S.W., M.S.W., RSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/emily-beeckmans.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Emily Beeckmans, B.A., B.S.W., M.S.W., RSW
Emily Beeckmans
In N6C 3P4 - Nearby to Southgate.
A committed relationship has its ups and downs. People change and life challenges can cause stress. I help couples explore their individual needs and what they want in a relationship. Sometimes a quiet hour to reconnect with your partner is all it takes to rekindle the love that brought you together. By exploring how a couple manages communication,conflict and division of tasks can also eliminate stress that interferes with intimacy. However, I also offer a safe place to process the end of relationships.
![Sara Sherstobitoff, RP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/sara-sherstobitoff.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Sara Sherstobitoff, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
In N6B 1Z2 - Nearby to Southgate.
A loving relationship can be a source of profound connecting and security, and as with many aspects of life worth pursuing, it requires nurturing. While I do not offer couple therapy sessions, we have many couple and family therapists at Psychotherapy Collective, my online clinic who are availability to schedule a free 15-minute consultation to ensure they are the proper fit for your journey. Visit our website to book a free couple consultation https://www.psychotherapycollective.ca/services/couple-therapy
![Laura Kemp-Romas, MA, RP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/laura-kemp-romas.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Laura Kemp-Romas, MA, RP
Registered Psychotherapist & Clinical Director of EnerTherapy
Available for Online Therapy
Healthy relationships are extremely important to our happiness, health and well-being. In couples therapy, it is my ultimate goal to help both of you to come to a full and deep understanding of one another. Often times, couples get into disputes because of a lack of understanding of one another which can be due to time constraints, family difficulties, lack of knowledge of one another's beliefs, etc. In therapy, we will explore each person's background, beliefs and perspectives, and we will negotiate both so that they can work together in harmony. We will also look at the particular issue(s) that you have sought therapy and will work on remedying it by reestablishing an emotional connection.
![Patricia Berendsen, RMFT, RSW, RP, SEP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/patricia-berendsen.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Patricia Berendsen, RMFT, RSW, RP, SEP
Psychotherapist, Registered Marriage and Family Therapist
In N6B 1T1 - Nearby to Southgate.
Couple counselling is available for heterosexual and homosexual couples who may or may not be married. Many people are choosing to live together and are finding themselves having relationship issues. Couple counselling will assist you in sorting through issues and making sense of the issues. Areas that often come up in counselling are communication, intimacy, trust, extended family, finances, problem solving, and parenting styles (if children are involved).
![Michael Porter, CCPA](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/michael-porter.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Michael Porter, CCPA
Registered Professional Member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
Available for Online Therapy
A healthy couple's relationship is often constructed by two self-reliant individuals who choose to build a shared space between them, increasingly filled with tender emotions, hopes and goals, and a dedication to the other person's growth. Central to this construct is the ability to listen. Relationships often arrive in therapy troubled by the ability to communicate and the absence of a mutual understanding of where they're going. Individuals don't mature at the same pace, just like their ability to identify and share feelings develops differently. The comfort of being listened to and understood by your therapist often helps to begin the work of reconstructing your relationship.
![David Grand, MSW, RSW, PhD(c)](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/david-grand.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
David Grand, MSW, RSW, PhD(c)
Registered Social Worker
In N5Y 5K7 - Nearby to Southgate.
Any long-term relationship is bound to experience periods of challenge along with times joy. Particularly in today's world, couples are facing a number of increasing complexities as they attempt to navigate family, career, and individual challenges. I provide inclusive counselling for couples of all backgrounds. I facilitate counselling from an attachment-based perspective, focusing on the reparation of intimacy by helping couples to navigate and identify deeper, core issues that contribute to breakdowns in communication and connection. As part of my work with couples, I value fairness, openness, compassion, and equality.
![Maribel Ayala, M.A. Counselling Psychology, RP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/maribel-ayala.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Maribel Ayala, M.A. Counselling Psychology, RP
Registered Psychotherapist, Canadian Certified Counsellor, Certified EMDR Therapist/EMDR Consultant, and Clinical Counselling Hypnotherapist
In N6B 2P2 - Nearby to Southgate.
It is known by many that relationships are not always easy to manage as they require dedication and commitment from each partner. I assist couples during counselling to learn skills to communicate more effectively, resolve their issues in a safe environment, strengthen their emotional connection, and learn strategies to preserve healthier relationships.
![Tanya Beach, RP (Qualifying)](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/tanya-beach.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Tanya Beach, RP (Qualifying)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Available for Online Therapy
Couples therapy and counselling aim to create a compassionate and dedicated space where partners can explore negative dynamics that are hindering their relationship. From a humanistic perspective, the goal is to focus on understanding each partner’s unique experiences and feelings and how these show up in our relationships with others. When we acknowledge and begin to address key issues in the relationship, such as conflict, loss of intimacy or a diminished connection the goal is to help guide couples through a rediscovery of each other, one that works to foster empathy, encourage open dialogue, and create moments of reconnection and reconciliation. I use a mix of the Gottman Method and EFT
![Russell Stagg, MA, MC, LCT,RP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/russell-stagg.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Russell Stagg, MA, MC, LCT,RP
Licensed Counselling Therapist, RP
In N6B 3J4 - Nearby to Southgate.
If you are coming to couples therapy, you and your partner have developed unhealthy patterns of relating. I will help you overcome your toxic communication patterns. If there has been an affair, I will help you recognize and acknowledge the deep emotional trauma it has caused. I will help you move from self-focus to partner-focus, and finally I will help move you from blame to understanding and empathy.
![Chris Chmielewski, MSW, RSW,MA](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/chris-chmielewski.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Chris Chmielewski, MSW, RSW,MA
Psychotherapist; Registered Clinical Social Worker
In N6A 1M1 - Nearby to Southgate.
In our ‘significant other’ partnerships we want what we've always wanted: friend for life, passionate fulfillment, unconditional acceptance and love, loyalty, refuge from aloneness… So why do we stop ‘dating’ her/him? Getting this close to someone often has unexpected but predictable consequences: we eventually discover significant differences that ‘disturb’ us. How we interpret these then act toward one another accordingly, is key. However, this can be complicated. Good ‘Couple/Marital Therapy’ respects our complexity. And seeks to transform it from conflict into ‘richness and abundance’, (or end it gracefully). I bring many reliable methods/ resources to support couples desiring growth.
![Lynda Martens, MSc. RP, RMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/lynda-martens.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Lynda Martens, MSc. RP, RMFT
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Marriage and family Therapist
In N6C 2H9 - Nearby to Southgate.
You might not be married but you are a couple. :) I believe relationships require empathy, openness and effort. I embrace diversity of all kinds and encourage a couple to seek therapy at any stage if they wish to increase their understanding of each other's needs. Even one visit to a therapist's office can help you see that change is possible and achievable with even a small amount of effort.
![Peter Dikih, H.B.Sc., M.Ed., R.P.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/peter-dikih.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Peter Dikih, H.B.Sc., M.Ed., R.P.
Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor
In N6A 1A8 - Nearby to Southgate.
I believe that a healthy couple's relationship is one of the most challenging types of relationships to develop and sustain. This is because a couple’s relationship requires that the couple juggle and balance well at least three types of relationship with each other. When all 3 types of relationships are functioning well between a couple, each individual will feel loved, valued, and respected; and the couple will be able to resolve conflict well and set and achieve common goals collaboratively. Through counseling, I can help you improve how you relate to each other as friends, partners and lovers. Instead of being and operating as individuals, you can be and operate as a true couple.
![Kathy Nyman Counselling & Psychotherapy, M.Ed., RP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kathy-nyman-counselling-0-psychotherapy.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Kathy Nyman Counselling & Psychotherapy, M.Ed., RP
Registered Psychotherapist
In N6P 1B6 - Nearby to Southgate.
Our relationship with our partner is one of the most important connections that we have, but sometimes things can get in the way of maintaining a healthy relationship despite our best efforts. Stressors, life changes, kids, work obligations, any of these things can derail even the strongest relationship. I work with couples using a model called Emotion Focused Couples Therapy (EFT-C) to help strengthen and heal relationships. EFT-C is an evidenced based approach that has powerful success rates in both the short and long-term. It's time to make that investment in your relationship.
![Adela Gorodzinsky, R.P M.Ed., CBT, CCC, TIRF, COSF](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/adela-gorodzinsky.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Adela Gorodzinsky, R.P M.Ed., CBT, CCC, TIRF, COSF
Certified Canadian Counsellor, Registered Psychotherapist
In N5X 4L3 - Nearby to Southgate.
Just as J.F.K. said: "Ask not what you can get form your country, but what you can GIVE to your country", so is a couple's relationship. It is not what we can get from our partner, but how do we learn to love them and care for them in a way that makes us feel good, dignified and respectable. Love may not have much to do with this: do we LIKE each other? How do we co-create a safe heaven, a secure base in which we feel nurtured, liked, respected and protected, yet free to be who we really are? What kind of communication is most effective? Adela has been working with couples for over 10 years. Her creativity and passion for good, healthy satisfying relationships can be contagious,
![Michelle Gibson, MSW,RSW | Gibson & Associates](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/michelle-gibson.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Michelle Gibson, MSW,RSW | Gibson & Associates
Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist
In N6C 1A3 - Nearby to Southgate.
Couples therapy is not just for times of trouble, it is also important for building a strong foundation to an already strong relationship. Our couples therapists focus on learning about your unique relationship and what each of you bring to the table. We tailor this process to what your relationships needs, which could be healing from a trauma, infidelity, loss, and/or life stress. We are here to help and to support your relationship.