Lina Somma, B.A, MACP, RP-Q

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Currently accepting new clients!- Offering In person and Virtual sessions
 
THE APPROACH 
 
Through an integrative approach, I offer a variety of treatment options that aim to help identify, support and change troubling emotions, thoughts and behaviour. My approach is deep rooted in respect for the individual, compassion and empathy. I work collaboratively with you to understand adverse life experiences and use a self compassionate lens to make positive changes. If you feel I am a good fit, please reach out. 
 
I CAN HELP WITH:
 
  • Substance Use
  • Addictions
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • ADHD
  • Borderline Personality Disorder
  • Mood Disorders
  • Distress Tolerance
  • Emotional Dysregulation
  • Pain Management
  • Grief and Loss
  • Stress Management
  • Boundary Setting 
  • Binge Eating

 BENEFITS OF THERAPY
  • Learn to cope
  • Overcome anxiety and depression
  • Learn new strategies
  • Improve communication
  • Manage your emotions
  • Express your needs and wants
  • Improve self confidence and gain control 

DIFFERENT THERAPUETIC MODALITIES USED:
 
 Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)- aims to reduce symptoms of mental health by addressing the cycle of thought, emotion and behaviour patterns

Solution Focused Therapy (SFT)- short term, goal focused and collaborative to find constructive and realistic solutions towards everyday struggles

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)- uses mindful and acceptance based strategies to help drive change and become more flexible in your thinking patterns

Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)- focuses on helping to address intense emotions and behaviours to regain control and work towards positive change

Trauma Informed Therapy- aims to help focus on and address the physical, emotional and psychological effects of traumatic events. 

Harm Reduction and Stages of Change - helps to reduce the harmful health and social consequences of substance use and work towards positive change. 

Narrative Therapy- focuses on identifying values and lives within these values to confront problems in daily struggles. 

Grief Therapy-aims to help people cope with the physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and cognitive responses to loss
 
Attachment-Based Therapy- aims to focus on early attachment styles in childhood that impact daily functioning. The goal is to rebuild trust and help you express emotions appropriately. 
 
COST:
 
$125.00 per 50 minute session
 
I do not directly bill to insurance companies. An invoice will be sent to be paid by e-transfer. A receipt will be provided to submit to your insurance company
 
 I do offer sliding scale. Please inquire first. 
 
Please note:  I offer a compassionate approach to fees through a sliding scale option. Your financial situation should not be a barrier to your well-being.
 
SERVICE:
 
I offer Virtual, In person or By Phone sessions 
 
LOCATION:
 
217 King Street, St. Catharines, Ontario
 
CONTACT:
 
By email: linasomma@twodoves.ca  
 
EDUCATION:
 
Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University
Post-Graduate Diploma, Addiction Counselling, Durham College
Undergraduate Degree, Bachelors of Arts in Psychology, Brock University
 
 Member of the College of Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario (CRPO)
Member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)

Lina Somma Reaches

St Catharines ON

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