Life can be tricky to navigate. You may be struggling with pain and trauma from the past that has negatively impacted your view of self, others and the world. Or maybe you are feeling overwhelmed with worry, exhausted by the chaos of life or immobilized by fear. Perhaps you are feeling alone or disconnected in your relationships or are caught in a negative loop of guilt, shame and blame.None of us are immune to pain. We all have different ways of coping, some helpful and some not.
Are you hoping to learn new strategies to deal with stress and experience more joy and peace? Would you like to live more authentically and to develop deeper and more enriching relationships?
I will support you to build resilience, transform your trauma into growth and use adversity to your advantage.
About Me:
For more than 20 years, as a Social Worker and Psychotherapist, I have been providing trauma informed therapy specialized for individuals, couples and families. I offer a wide range of therapeutic services tailored to meet your unique needs. I have experience working in various settings including, health care, education, in the community and in private practice.
I am registered, in good standing, with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW), and I am a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW).
I completed my studies at accredited post secondary institutions in Ontario, including: McMaster University (B.A), McMaster University (B.S.W) and the University of Toronto (M.S.W).
I am licensed to provide service to residents of Ontario.
I have faced stressors in my own life that have allowed me to develop a deeper empathy and compassion for others. My own personal struggles have helped me to see that real growth comes when we face adversity. I’ve learned from my journey as well as witnessing my client’s stories that humans are resilient. I know that your story is precious and being able to sit with you as you share your heart is something that I will never take for granted. I am passionate and committed to helping clients find freedom to show up as their true selves.
Reaching out can be scary and asking for help can feel uncomfortable. My intention is to offer a calm, respectful and safe space for you to process your lived experiences, explore your pain and make shifts towards healing and transformation. I believe in your capacity to heal and I am here cheering you on.
Specialities:
Externship in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFT) through the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy in Ottawa (2013)
Certificate in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy Facilitation through the Centre of Mindfulness Studies at the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto (2014)
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) through the Niagara Stress & Trauma Clinic EMDR Training Program (2019)
Evidence-Based Treatment Modalities offered:
Trauma-Informed Practices
Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR):
Marilyn Winters Reaches
Barrie ON