Social Anxiety Disorder - Counselling
Many individuals who experience difficulties with anxiety can often relate to feeling nervousness, self-consciousness, uncertainty, and dread when in a social situation. People may begin to feel nervous attending interviews, going on a date, speaking with their superiors, or even when engaging in casual conversation. These feelings of anxiety are actually quite common. Almost everyone experiences some form of social anxiety at some point in his or her life (i.e. experiencing ‘butterflies’ before a speech). However, for some of us, the anxiety overpowers us and we are unable to function as we'd like. Our counselling program for social anxiety is geared to help our clients understand how their environment, behaviours, thoughts, and feelings influence their anxiety. We help our clients create strategies to challenge, improve, and ultimately see success in meeting their goals for therapy. Many of our clients who participate in our social anxiety counselling program are better able to:
- Speak to others without feeling anxious
- Improve the relationships in their life
- Cope with other stressors in their life more effectively
- Expand their social network
- Reacquaint themselves with some type of ‘normalcy’ when speaking to others
Part of the program is introducing new skills for individuals who experience difficulties with social anxiety disorder. These new skills may be conversational awareness, tips to start a conversation, and learning body language. We will work on challenging your negative cognitive thoughts by educating you on specific cognitive distortions that are influencing your negative thinking. Once we do this, than we introduce you to carefully constructed challenges to help build your self confidence and build your skills. Most people in the program describe it as compassionate, motivating, and relatable. The goal is to work with you so you are doing the exposures at a pace you enjoy (there is no pressure on you to do anything you don't want to do).
Please feel free to call us or ask for any additional information regarding our program. We are here to help.
Located conveniently in Vaughan, Ontario, we are here to help! To book an appointment please call 416-999-3437 or fill out our appointment request form.
Psychology Today - Counselling Services for York Region
We are proud to announce membership with the psychologist regional network of Psychology Today. Our Maple/ Vaughan counselling centre (Counselling Services for York Region) has been recognized as a published member of the Psychology Today organization. The organization has provided us with advanced status and has recognized us for our efforts of providing quality health care in the Vaughan and Maple area. Our counsellors are pleased to have received this distinction.
This distinction allows us to:
- Help more people in our community
- Create awareness of our programs and services
- Raise awareness of a valuable resource in Vaughan and Maple
- Link clients with a professional
Our Maple / Vaughan counselling centre wants to provide the best support for our community. We are here to help and we want to help you!
Counselling Youth
Youth Counselling (Ages 16-24)
Research shows that both youth and adults can benefit from therapy as they navigate challenging life stages, with additional support helping them through tough times.
Counselling Services for York Region provides evidence-based, youth-friendly therapy in a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental environment. While therapy for young people used to be less common, it has grown significantly in recent years and is now a key part of support for youth in the region. Our institution plays a role in this shift by offering a range of programs and services tailored to young people.
I use various therapeutic approaches to understand and address the issues young people face. I am goal-oriented, supportive, and compassionate, and I always strive to provide the highest quality care for our youth clients.
If needed, you can request that your therapist collaborate with your other healthcare providers (like your family doctor, naturopath, or physical therapist). Once progress is made, your therapist will share a report with your healthcare team to ensure coordinated care.
Counselling includes:
- Establish a rapport with each youth attending counselling.
- Assess through the use of psychologist led intervention.
- Asess for psychological mental health conditions
- Offer a treatment plan
- Deliver an ongoing treatment plan
- Monitor improvement
- Terminate treatment once goals have been obtained.
Meet the Team at Counselling Services for York Region
Robert Roopa., C. Psych. – Clinical Psychologist
Robert Roopa is a highly skilled and compassionate clinical psychologist based in Ontario, Canada. With a deep understanding of human behavior and a genuine commitment to helping others, Robert has become a trusted and respected figure in the field of mental health. Throughout his career, he has worked in various clinical settings, including treatment centers, private practices, and community mental health centers. This broad range of experience has enabled him to effectively address diverse mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges.Known for his empathetic and non-judgmental approach, Robert establishes a strong therapeutic alliance with his clients, creating a safe space for open and honest discussions. He utilizes evidence-based techniques and interventions tailored to each individual's unique needs, empowering them to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
In addition to his clinical work, Robert is actively involved in research and academic pursuits. He has published articles contributing to the advancement of psychological knowledge and regularly attends conferences and workshops to stay updated on the latest developments in therapy and treatment modalities.
Passionate about destigmatizing mental health and promoting well-being, Robert actively engages in community outreach initiatives. He conducts workshops and educational sessions, providing valuable insights and guidance to individuals, families, and organizations seeking to enhance mental health awareness and resilience.
With his unwavering dedication and expertise, Robert Roopa is making a lasting impact on the lives of his clients and the broader community. His compassionate approach, combined with clinical acumen, allows him to effectively guide individuals toward healing and personal growth, fostering positive change in their lives.
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