Counselling Services in Vaughan · York Region Therapy

Group therapy is widely used and has been empirically accepted as a viable treatment option for many mental health issues and disorders.  Group psychotherapy provides clients with an opportunity to receive support from others, experiment with expressing feelings, and create recognition of unhealthy patterns of behaviours. Counselling in groups can help clients successfully receive criticism and feedback, form new nurturing healthy relationships, and facilitate personal growth/development. 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Group – Vaughan, Ontario
Led by a Licensed Psychologist

Join our Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Group in Vaughan, Ontario, designed to provide a safe, supportive space where you can learn practical cognitive and behavioral skills to manage your emotions, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being. Led by a licensed psychologist, this group offers evidence-based techniques that empower you to break free from negative thinking patterns and develop healthier ways of coping with life’s challenges.

In this group, you will learn:

• Identifying and Challenging Negative Thoughts – Learn how to recognize distorted thinking and replace it with more balanced, realistic perspectives.
• Cognitive Restructuring – Gain tools to transform harmful beliefs and assumptions into healthier, adaptive thoughts.
• Mindfulness and Grounding Techniques – Discover strategies to stay present and focused, reducing anxiety and overwhelm.
• Behavioral Activation – Develop effective ways to engage in activities that bring joy and fulfillment, even when motivation is low.
• Problem-Solving Skills – Build your ability to approach challenges in a structured, goal-oriented way, reducing stress and enhancing decision-making.
• Coping Strategies for Managing Anxiety and Depression – Learn skills to manage difficult emotions and prevent rumination, helping you stay grounded in tough situations.
• Relaxation Techniques – Practice methods like progressive muscle relaxation and deep breathing to reduce physical tension and calm your mind.

Why join our CBT group?

• A safe, confidential space where all participants are respected and supported
• Evidence-based, proven techniques to help you make meaningful changes in your life
• The opportunity to connect with others who are going through similar struggles, fostering a sense of community
• Led by a licensed psychologist with experience in CBT and mental health care

Group Details:

• Location: Vaughan, Ontario
• Group Size: Limited spots available to ensure personal attention
• Duration: [10 weeks]
• Meeting Frequency: [Once a week]

Take the first step toward improving your mental health and emotional well-being. Sign up today to reserve your spot in our CBT group!

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Anger Management Therapy Group – Vaughan, Ontario
Led by a Licensed Psychologist

If you’re looking to better manage your anger and improve emotional regulation, our Anger Management Therapy Group in Vaughan, Ontario, can help. Led by a licensed psychologist, this group offers a safe and supportive space where you can explore the underlying causes of anger, learn effective coping strategies, and develop healthier ways to express yourself. Our goal is to help you gain control over your emotions, reduce impulsivity, and strengthen your relationships.

In this group, you will learn cognitive and behavioral skills to manage anger more effectively:

• Identifying Triggers – Understand what sparks your anger and how to recognize early signs of frustration before they escalate.
• Cognitive Restructuring – Learn how to challenge and change irrational or unhelpful thoughts that fuel anger, replacing them with more balanced, constructive beliefs.
• Mindful Awareness – Use mindfulness techniques to stay present and calm in tense situations, helping you pause before reacting impulsively.
• Relaxation and Breathing Techniques – Master strategies like deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation to quickly de-escalate intense emotions.
• Effective Communication Skills – Develop tools for assertive communication that express your needs without aggression, improving how you interact with others.
• Problem-Solving and Conflict Resolution – Learn how to approach conflicts in a calm, solution-focused manner, reducing the likelihood of anger-driven outbursts.
• Emotional Regulation – Strengthen your ability to manage difficult emotions, reducing the frequency and intensity of angry reactions.
• Self-Compassion and Forgiveness – Understand how self-compassion can reduce the cycle of guilt and resentment that often follows anger.

Why join our Anger Management Therapy Group?

• A safe, non-judgmental environment where you can express yourself and work through personal challenges at your own pace
• Confidential setting that ensures privacy and trust
• The opportunity to connect with others who are facing similar struggles, providing support and shared learning
• Led by a licensed psychologist with expertise in anger management and emotional regulation

Group Details:

• Location: Vaughan, Ontario
• Group Size: Limited spots to ensure individual attention
• Duration: 10 weeks
• Meeting Frequency: Once a week

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Partners of Infidelity Therapy Group – Vaughan, Ontario
Led by a Licensed Psychologist

If you're struggling with the pain and betrayal of infidelity, our Partners of Infidelity Therapy Group in Vaughan, Ontario, is here to help. Led by a licensed psychologist, this group offers a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can process your feelings, gain clarity, and rebuild trust in yourself and your relationships. This group is specifically designed for individuals navigating the emotional complexities of infidelity, providing tools to heal and move forward in a healthy way.

In this group, you will learn cognitive and emotional skills to help you manage the impact of infidelity:

• Cognitive Restructuring – Challenge negative or self-blaming thoughts, helping you to reframe your experience and reduce feelings of shame, guilt, or anger.
• Emotional Regulation – Learn techniques to manage intense emotions such as sadness, anger, and betrayal, and develop healthier responses in moments of distress.
• Trust Building – Explore how trust is rebuilt in relationships, both with your partner (if reconciliation is an option) and with yourself, focusing on self-compassion and healing.
• Mindfulness and Grounding Techniques – Practice mindfulness skills to stay present and avoid being overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts or ruminating about the past.
• Setting Healthy Boundaries – Gain skills to establish and communicate healthy emotional boundaries, whether you're working through reconciliation or focusing on personal growth.
• Coping Strategies for Managing Anxiety and Uncertainty – Learn to manage feelings of insecurity, anxiety, and fear that can arise during the healing process, helping you feel more grounded and in control.
• Self-Esteem and Self-Worth – Develop tools to rebuild your sense of self-worth, helping you focus on your own personal growth and well-being during this challenging time.
• Communication Skills – Explore healthy ways to communicate your feelings, needs, and concerns, both within your relationship and with others, to facilitate emotional healing.

Why join our Partners of Infidelity Therapy Group?

• A safe, confidential space where you can share your experiences without judgment, knowing that you're not alone in this process
• Evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to helping you cope with the emotional fallout of infidelity
• The opportunity to connect with others who understand what you're going through, offering support, empathy, and shared learning
• Led by a licensed psychologist with specialized experience in relationship recovery and trauma

Group Details:

• Location: Vaughan, Ontario
• Group Size: Limited spots to ensure personalized attention and a supportive group dynamic
• Duration: 10 weeks
• Meeting Frequency: Once a week

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Counselling Services for York Region has created a number of workshops and certificate programs that will help prepare clients for success in high school, college, university, post-graduate studies, and career related endeavours. 

Time Management Workshop

Designed for High School/College/University/Career-Professional Development Learning better time management skills will help students improve their academic performance, reduce school related stress, and assist them in their future career related endeavours. The program will refer to research on strategies of time management and conscious decision-making. This program will support each student in their adjustment/change in habit and create awareness of how their time is spent or mismanaged.

Workshop Topics:

• Finding Time
• Motivation
• Getting Started
• Procrastination
• Shifting Time and Assigning Time
• Beginning Projects
• Planning
• Strategies 
• Sub-dividing Goals

Total workshop cost: $250 - 1 hour
Certificate of Participation

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Study Skills and Memorization Certificate Program

Designed for Students Entering High School/College/University

Learn how to successfully prepare for exams and tests. The material learned will help students better retain information in class, during their readings, and when studying. Students will develop valuable empirically validated skills that will help them become successful in their academic studies and enjoy doing so in the process. This certificate program offers students instruction and guidance on the mechanics of studying and memorization. Regardless of their major area of study or planned study, this certificate program will help clients prepare for exams and tests with ease and confidence.

The Workshop Curriculum:

• Discussion of exam and test anxiety
• Relaxation strategies
• How to obtain test information
• Study environment
• Note taking
• Speed reading
• Passive and active reading
• Priming the brain for studying
• Mental mapping and visual learning
• Remembering speeches, stories and text
• Encoding specificity
• Maintaining Attention
• Scientific strategies of memorization (with cited research)

Total certification cost: $250 - 1hour
Certificate of Participation

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"This workshop has helped my child in so many ways. He now enjoys studying and is less frustrated with the material. Since participating in the study skills program, his grades have improved, he has more time to enjoy his hobbies, and he's a lot happier."
Lisa Mangapani - Vaughan, Ontario

"My child went from two different people after your program. I can't begin to explain how much this means to me. I've spent thousands of dollars on tutors, but they haven't been able to bring my child to this level before. Today, she is a much stronger and well-rounded student. Our family thanks you!"
Julie K - Toronto, Ontario

Psychologist Care in Couples Counselling 

Depending on the circumstance, couples therapy often includes both partners. In my work as a psychologist, I often encourage each partner to be open, honest, and sincere. Through my training, couples will be guided through the process of identifying understanding and consciousness of each partner's needs and wants. Couples therapy is a safe space where feelings can be safely shared and heard by each individual involved.

I have been lucky to see many couples throughout my years practicing as a psychologist. I have learned throughout my training and clinical experience that every couple is different and presents with various challenges that they both cope with individually and together. Part of the work done in my office is understanding how thoughts, feelings, behaviours, past traumas, and situations influence the relationship dynamic. I also help my clients understand each other through the use of emotion-focused therapy. This powerful counselling modality helps clients connect with their partner and emotionally bond.


Why an assessment with a psychologist important? 
We often fail to realize how mental health challenges influence relationships both inside and outside of the home. Part of the process of conducting an assessment is to evaluate what mental health challenges exist for each partner. Sometimes, anxiety may influence a person to not want to leave the home, which may impact opportunities to bond. People who struggle with depression at times report concentration difficulties, which could get in the way of accomplishing important tasks for the family.

Clinical Expertise in Couples and Marriage Therapy

Our Therapeutic Orientation:

• Satir Model Therapy - I love Satir counselling. This powerful orientation will help you better understand how your lineage influences how you communicate and work with your partner today. Satir counselling helps build self esteem, communication, and promotes personal growth. 
• Emotion Focused Therapy - One of my most powerful tools as a psychologist. Emotion focused therapy helps couples open up and share how they feel and it does this by sticking to what's most important - your emotions. If you learn how to communicate and you create a safe space to do so with your partner, you will be surprised how well your connection grows. 
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - Focusing on solutions to problems is what CBT offers. It looks at how your behaviours and distorted thinking can influence the relationship negatively. We work on creating healthier behaviours and challenging negative thinking. 

Relationship Development Topics:

• Sexual Intimacy and Expectations
• Infidelity 
• Infertility 
• Forgiveness and Rebuilding Trust 
• Communication Issues

For more information on our fees per service, please click here.