Depression Counselling in Dorchester, ON.

Leading therapy for major depression, bipolar, postpartum depression, SAD and mood disorders in Dorchester, Ontario.


Emily Beeckmans, B.A., B.S.W., M.S.W., RSW
Depression Counsellor

Emily Beeckmans, B.A., B.S.W., M.S.W., RSW

Emily Beeckmans

In N6C 3P4 - Nearby to Dorchester.

Depression is very common and leads to people being off work and loosing family and friends. It can often be a struggle for people to reach out for help and make that first call or come in to my office. Depression is a huge weight on your shoulders that interferes with all aspects of your life. It often feels like 2 steps forward ten steps back. We explore together what led up to your depression and your symptoms. I coach you to practice simple self care that helps you free yourself from depression. I am well connected in the mental health community and can offer referrals as required.

David Grand, MSW, RSW, PhD(c)
Depression Counsellor

David Grand, MSW, RSW, PhD(c)

Registered Social Worker

In N5Y 5K7 - Nearby to Dorchester.

When experiencing depression, it is important to connect with a therapist who is capable of navigating the complex layers of what may be troubling us. I view depression holistically, acknowledging that it is often a convergence of psychological, emotional, and physical symptoms that can often look unique to each person who experiences it. As a psychotherapist, I am specialized in helping clients to understand the root factors that are likely contributing to periods of low mood, an absence of motivation, or hopelessness. Through processes of self-inquiry I help clients to develop strategies and reconnect with a greater sense of meaning that can feel lost during periods of depression.

Michelle Gibson, MSW,RSW | Gibson & Associates
Depression Counsellor

Michelle Gibson, MSW,RSW | Gibson & Associates

Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist

In N6C 1A3 - Nearby to Dorchester.

Sometimes we just don’t feel quite right. We can feel stress and change mounting out of our control. Maybe this is a feeling you have had before, or maybe it is a new feeling. Either way, we can help you to navigate this by working on understanding why it is happening, learning skills to cope, and resolving its root causes. Contact us and we can help you on a path to feeling more connect to life and to yourself again.

Nancy VanderSchaaf, MEd., Ph.D., CCC
Depression Counsellor

Nancy VanderSchaaf, MEd., Ph.D., CCC

Clinical Counsellor

In N6J 3Y6 - Nearby to Dorchester.

Depression leads to disconnection: disconnection from the closest people who love you, from your environment, from your own feelings and emotions and ultimately from being engaged in life. Feelings of hopelessness and helplessness are the earmarks for depression. I have a very high rate of success working with people with depression. My approach is eclectic.

Shanna Budzinsky, RP
Depression Counselor

Shanna Budzinsky, RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Available for Online Therapy

Depression can leave us feeling hopeless and sometimes even the way our loved ones respond can actually increase our sense of isolation. In my work with clients experiencing depression, I focus first on understanding and appreciating each person’s unique story. Fostering a trusting and collaborative relationship creates an environment that feels safe to explore our emotions and paths to healing. Contact me today to book a free consultation to start your healing journey.

Phil Naylor, MA, CH, RP
Depression Counselor

Phil Naylor, MA, CH, RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Available for Online Therapy

Depression is common and pervasive in our society. I will help you explore the reasons for your depression and what keeps it going as well as provide support practical, powerful and effective tools to help you manage and move through this challenging issue. Some depressions may be based in trauma and I use a trauma-informed approach to therapy in general. You don't have to continue to suffer with depression and you don't necessarily need to rely on medication either. Effective help is here!

Adela Gorodzinsky, R.P M.Ed., CBT, CCC, TIRF, COSF
Depression Counsellor

Adela Gorodzinsky, R.P M.Ed., CBT, CCC, TIRF, COSF

Certified Canadian Counsellor, Registered Psychotherapist

In N5X 4L3 - Nearby to Dorchester.

Warmer weather is here; days are getting lighter and sunnier, yet you feel heavy and dark inside. Are you feeling weak, not motivated and with a sense of worthlessness? Do you ever think of yourself as "not being good enough"? You may be suffering from depressive-like symptoms. Adela may help you explore ways of managing your symptoms, while getting at the root of your problem. Adela's therapeutic skills, combined with appropriate exercises, both mental and physical, may be useful in facilitating your springing into life.

Nicole Lobo, Hons. BA, MA, RP
Depression Counsellor

Nicole Lobo, Hons. BA, MA, RP

Registered Psychotherapist

In N6A 1A7 - Nearby to Dorchester.

Depression can be isolating and lonely, but it doesn't have to be. I work with clients to understand their depression from a biopsychosocial perspective, understand potential depressive triggers and stressors, and develop coping tools that are unique to your life and situation. Together, we can manage your depression and improve your life satisfaction!

Kelly Appleby, MSW, RSW
Depression Counsellor

Kelly Appleby, MSW, RSW

Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist

In N6B 2M4 - Nearby to Dorchester.

Thoughts, feelings, actions, and core beliefs about oneself, relationships, and the world often have an impact on overall mood and well-being. Depression can be a debilitating struggle and often, with the help of a compassionate and unbiased therapist, you can start to uncover, understand, and challenge longstanding patterns of thinking, acting and behaving that impact on your mood. With this increased awareness, many strategies and tools can be learned to alter these patterns and ultimately find some relief from depression and personal growth.

Amelia Holden, M.S.W., R.S.W.
Depression Counsellor

Amelia Holden, M.S.W., R.S.W.

Registerd Social Worker

In N6C 3H1 - Nearby to Dorchester.

Depression can be debilitating for an individual to live with as it takes over their life and is not something they asked to have and are confused with why they can't get out of the rut. As a therapist, I know it is important to start where the client is at as well as recognize when implementing strategies of change is important. My approach is to offer Cognitive Behaviour Therapy where you will learn coping skills and in a safe environment be exposed to situations that will increase your self awareness to the point you are able to manage the emotions.

Kevin Elliott, RP, MC, B.Sc.
Depression Counsellor

Kevin Elliott, RP, MC, B.Sc.

Registered Psychotherapist

In N6C 3P3 - Nearby to Dorchester.

Depression is often our body/minds’ way of saying “slow down and look at things that may be negatively affecting your life.” An unfortunate side effect of this coping strategy is that it can prevent us from having the motivation or clarity to work on things that might be helpful. The work we do together will examine past and present barriers to living a more fulfilling life. This could include processing past traumas, rethinking unhelpful behaviour patterns or coping strategies. As depression subsides you may notice an increase in motivation, a desire to connect more with others, and positive mood.

Maribel Ayala, M.A. Counselling Psychology, RP
Depression 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 Dorchester.

Depression can be characterized by an overwhelming feeling of sadness accompanied by other symptoms such as loss of interest in daily activities, lack of energy, and feelings of helplessness, among others. I use various therapeutic modalities to assist my clients to address their symptoms of depression to help them regain control of their lives by guiding them to make lifestyle changes and have a new more positive perspective on their issues.

Talking Works Counselling and Psychotherapy, RP
Depression Counsellor

Talking Works Counselling and Psychotherapy, RP

Registered Psychotherapist

In N6C 5B2 - Nearby to Dorchester.

At Talking Works, we strive to help you understand your emotional experiences and make meaning of your circumstance. Through behavioral activation, problem-focused coping, emotion-focused coping, and increased social support, we work together to help client feels more in control. Our therapeutic approach is grounded in compassion as we believe that kindness and self-love is an integral part of the healing process.

Patricia Berendsen, RMFT, RSW, RP, SEP
Depression Counsellor

Patricia Berendsen, RMFT, RSW, RP, SEP

Psychotherapist, Registered Marriage and Family Therapist

In N6B 1T1 - Nearby to Dorchester.

Depression can be something that suddenly surprises us or it may have been a lifelong companion. Either way, counselling helps the symptoms of depression to become more manageable. Together we can work on strategies that will gradually assist you to gently re-shape your life. Patience is a key ingredient to getting better. Making changes is definitely possible.

Rebecca Denby
Depression Counsellor

Rebecca Denby

Registered Psychotherapist

In N6A 3K7 - Nearby to Dorchester.

Hello and welcome. Are you experiencing low mood, low energy, and/or low motivation? Are many of your thoughts self-critical in nature? I will listen to your experiences, thoughts, and emotions. I will guide you through exercises and techniques (often somatic or compassion-based) that build confidence, improve mood, and shift self-criticism to self-compassion.

Chris Chmielewski, MSW, RSW,MA
Depression Counsellor

Chris Chmielewski, MSW, RSW,MA

Psychotherapist; Registered Clinical Social Worker

In N6A 1M1 - Nearby to Dorchester.

This title can fit many conditions that interfere with our normal energy system , including numerous medical/physical ones, hence thorough assessment is required. Much overused, often unhelpful or anti-helpful, in my experience every “depression” is unique to the individual and made of a complex of factors and aspects that need careful sorting out. A pervasively under-felt stress reaction, it has many mental components, conscious and not, and often immediate environmental/behavioral ones. Usually just the process of therapeutic exploration brings some relief over ‘baseline’: empowerment in specific areas of living is the main direction. "Oppression" seems a more fruitful concept to apply.

Fern Banner, Fern Banner, M.A., RP, RMFT-S
Depression Counsellor

Fern Banner, Fern Banner, M.A., RP, RMFT-S

Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Marriage & Family Therapist - Supervisor, Certified Sex Therapist - Supervisor

In N6A 3Z2 - Nearby to Dorchester.

Depression is a mood disorder that can cause a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest that can interfere with daily functioning. Reaching out for help is a step towards wellness. Symptoms of depression can vary from person to person, but it is a very treatable condition. Therapy for depression helps you overcome the feelings of hopelessness and despair and to gain control of your life.

Kaitlyn Hillier, M.C., C.C.C, R.P
Depression Counsellor

Kaitlyn Hillier, M.C., C.C.C, R.P

Canadian Certified Counsellor, Registered Psychotherapist

In N5V 2E2 - Nearby to Dorchester.

Experiencing depressive symptoms, low mood, low affect, low-ness is hard. Using psychodynamics and person-centered, strengths based therapies, I strive to aid clients in understanding the patterns of these symptoms so we can, collaboratively work together to process these feelings and devise ways that work for you to regulate and improve mood over time.

Michael Porter, CCPA
Depression Counselor

Michael Porter, CCPA

Registered Professional Member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

Available for Online Therapy

Sometimes, we think of depression in social terms as the sadness and aloneness we feel that doesn't significantly interfere with our daily abilities to function. At other times, depression may dramatically limit the energy or interest we have to do anything. This may require the help of your physician to rule out the biological causes of medical problems that present as depression. In both examples, therapy is necessary to increase the possibility of a good outcome. When I've met folks suffering from all forms of depression, I've relied on my education, training and experience to provide counselling and therapy. Depression is difficult, but you don't need to be alone to manage it.

Melissa Letourneau, RP
Depression Counselor

Melissa Letourneau, RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Available for Online Therapy

Depression can leave us feeling empty, emotionally low, and unmotivated. When we can understand our experiences of depression, we can cultivate different responses. In therapy, you can learn how to challenge depressive thought patterns, develop self-compassion, and understand the root causes of the depression you are experiencing. Book a free consultation to explore if we are a good fit for therapy.

Kristie Brassard, MSW, RSW
Depression Counsellor

Kristie Brassard, MSW, RSW

Registered Social Worker | Psychotherapist

In N5V 0A2 - Nearby to Dorchester.

Depression is all encompassing. It affects all aspects of our life including our physical health, our emotional state, our thinking patterns, our behaviours and reactions, and our relationships. We often lose interest in participating in life and this can lead to feelings of helplessness, hopelessness and worthlessness. Although we can feel like a lost cause at times, there is always hope! Working together in therapeutic relationship, we can can help you reconnect with your joy in a supportive and compassionate way. If you want to start feeling better, book a free consultation or book a session today! www.kaleidoscopecounsellingco.com

Lynda Martens, MSc. RP, RMFT
Depression Counsellor

Lynda Martens, MSc. RP, RMFT

Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Marriage and family Therapist

In N6C 2H9 - Nearby to Dorchester.

I work with depression often, using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and EEG Neurofeedback (brain training) to address thought distortions and focus on awareness of your triggers and self-care. Neurofeedback is biofeedback that gently and powerfully shifts brain functioning to improve mood and focus. I understand there are many different types of depression and I will work with your unique needs.

Kathy Nyman Counselling & Psychotherapy, M.Ed., RP
Depression Counsellor

Kathy Nyman Counselling & Psychotherapy, M.Ed., RP

Registered Psychotherapist

In N6P 1B6 - Nearby to Dorchester.

So many people suffer from depression in today's society. The recent COVID-19 Pandemic has made an already debilitating situation more challenging. If you find yourself feeling pessimistic about yourself, the future and the world, please know that there are proven strategies that can help. Working together, we can find strategies to manage your thoughts and feelings and build a more positive and optimistic life. Types of approaches that might be used include Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy and Narrative Therapy.

Russell Stagg, MA, MC, LCT,RP
Depression Counsellor

Russell Stagg, MA, MC, LCT,RP

Licensed Counselling Therapist, RP

In N6B 3J4 - Nearby to Dorchester.

If you are depressed, you may believe you are flawed or that your situation is helpless. Whatever faulty beliefs you may have about yourself or the world, I can help you see that those beliefs are a lie! I will challenge the faulty messages you tell yourself, and help you with strategies to prevent you spiraling into depression. I will teach you tools to help you stay out of depression permanently.

Peter Dikih, H.B.Sc., M.Ed., R.P.
Depression Counsellor

Peter Dikih, H.B.Sc., M.Ed., R.P.

Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor

In N6A 1A8 - Nearby to Dorchester.

There are many reasons why people feel depressed. Through counselling, I can help you to identify and address the causes (if not medical) of your depression. Once you understand the reasons for your symptoms and successfully address the causes, you will find freedom and hope. You will not only feel better emotionally, but you will find that your energy and zest for life will increase and enable you to function better, achieve tasks, and accomplish goals that you have given up on. By practicing concepts learned through counselling, you can have your life back.



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Are you ready to experience new freedom? Thank you for visiting our Ontario search of licensed therapists in Dorchester who specialize in helping people overcome sadness, treat major depression and mood disorders such as bipolar, postpartum depression, and seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Feeling down, lonely, and depressed can affect us at any station in life. Sometimes the cause may be physiological (such as hormonal or due to medication), it may be emotional, environmental, psychological or any combination of the above. Counselling for recovery and restoration from depression by a top rated therapist in Dorchester will help you climb back up and start living your dreams again.

Dorchester is located in Ontario, Canada.  The population of Dorchester is 4,355 people. Dorchester therapists serve postal code: N0L.