I’m glad you are here. I offer personalized services to youth and adults navigating various challenges, with a special interest in those experiencing trauma/PTSD, grief, stress, divorce, domestic violence, depression/anxiety, borderline personality disorder, dissociative identity disorder and addictions. I am particularly experienced in supporting caregivers and first responders.

Fun Fact: I have been in the field of social work for 5 years and have a background as a first responder. My experience allows me to use a relational approach to practice that allows for a deep understanding of each individual’s unique identity.

My goal is to help you grow by creating a judgement free, collaborative and safe environment to explore and navigate trauma, feelings and other difficult experiences. I combine evidence based practices with an eclectic, person centered approach to provide therapy that is trauma-informed and culturally sensitive.

I understand that reaching out for help can be challenging, but I’m here to create a safe space for you to explore your emotions and work toward healing. Let’s take the first step toward positive change—reach out today to book a free 15 minute consult. I look forward to supporting you on your journey!

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In my practice, I create a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment for all clients. I ensure to create safe spaces where each client is respected, valued, and free to express themselves without the feeling of fearfulness or judgement. I work with clients in having growth be their mission, and healing be their reward. There is nothing more fulfilling than making internal changes and seeing the external impact on yourself.

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Desiree is drawn to supporting children, youth, and adults who have experienced trauma, including first responders and others in high-risk groups. She also supports people who may be struggling with substance use, anxiety, or mood-related challenges, as well as those living with neurodivergence and other disabilities. Her approach is gentle, holistic, and tailored to each person’s unique journey. If you’re curious about working together, feel free to reach out for a consultation!

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Hi! My name is Chloe, I am a Registered Social Worker, dedicated to assisting individuals navigate conflict in their lives. Professionally, I have a master’s degree in social work, with a focus in adult mental health. I have worked in the field of social work for seven years, primarily with children, adults, seniors, and healthcare workers. Personally, I am a compassionate and strengths-focused individual, who believes in empowering others and finding solutions. As someone who attended therapy myself during a formative age, I understand how important rapport and connection are to the therapeutic experience.

In our sessions, I strive to create a comforting environment where you feel comfortable sharing, exploring, processing, and growing. My goal is to assist you in gaining a deeper understanding of yourself by exploring your past and present, while we develop a plan and path to move forward.

Together, we will explore the root causes of conflict and behaviour in a strengths-based manner and work towards healing, building healthier habits and stronger relationships. Utilizing a psychodynamic approach, I offer a safe and non-judgmental environment where we can focus on your growth and goals.

Fun Fact: I love to travel and try new things (at least once)! I have been cage diving with sharks in Gansbaai, stood atop the highest mountain in Indochina and ate san-nakji (live squid) in Korea.

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I am a compassionate, dedicated and ambitious professional looking to help others overcome their personal challenges.

My approach is to understand where you are and apply flexible yet meaningful experiences to help aid you through your difficult times, offer a safe nurturing judgement free space and to learn new skills to help you apply. Each person I see deserves a meaningful, unique and specific tailored session to their needs. Let me meet you where you’re at.

I have experience helping children and youth navigate the school system. I’ve been honoured to work with many children and youth with their anxiety, depression, body image issues, and self-esteem which help them become successful in the education system and in their daily lives.

Let’s face it, school is stressful and difficult to navigate without mental health, self-esteem or confidence challenges as it is. I am passionate about helping others make the most out of their youth (or educational) experience.

I have experience helping adults explore their past and current traumas. Sometimes life can throw us situations of grief, abandonment, anxiety, depression, body image challenges that can alter their feelings, daily life and coping mechanisms. I have helped adults steer through their anxiety and develop coping mechanisms that are specific to them utilizing a solution-based approach.

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Therapist / Counsellor,

Registered Social Service Worker, Bachelor of Religious Education

Special Interests: Individuals, Families, Couples, Parents, Women, Grief/Loss, Stress, Burnout, Body Image, Trauma.

I have been in the counselling field for seventeen years. Two of those years were in the United Kingdom working with families, youth, and children (and travelling Europe!). After moving back to Canada, I spent fifteen years in Peterborough providing counselling, facilitating groups and offering training to the community. During this season, I became a mom, a stepmom and had the unique experience of being a gestational carrier (surrogate) as well. A move to Simcoe County in 2020 brought more exciting changes for my family, which is how I found Mainstream Therapy.

I offer counselling for adults (individuals, couples or families) with a special interest around women experiencing grief, loss, life changes, body image work, infertility, navigating relationships / parenting, and setting boundaries. My counselling practice offers a safe space to work on personal wellbeing goals with practical tools that can be used both in and out of sessions. Thank you for taking the time to be here. I wish you well.

Fun Fact: I write poetry ‘for fun’ and have a goal to publish a book one day!

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Chris Leger

RSSW, Therapist

I strongly believe that every person has the potential to engage with life in a way that brings them fulfillment and joy. My passion for helping others drives my desire to continue the broader conversation around mental health and advocate for mental healthcare as an important piece to our overall well-being. With the right help, we can find a balance which brings healing and growth in the face of life’s challenges.

As a Registered Social Service Worker and psychotherapist, I prioritize a person-centered approach to therapy by providing you with an empathetic and non-judgmental environment to explore the challenges you’ve been facing. In currently completing my Honours Bachelor of Counselling Psychology, I’ve learned how to bring together evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Solution-Focused Therapy, and many other approaches, with a supportive environment to help you build practical skills and mindsets to improve your life.

I have years of experience supporting adults, youth, and children in therapeutic settings working through difficult emotions, behavioral changes, major life changes, and meaningful self-development.

By incorporating pieces from many therapeutic approaches under a trauma informed umbrella, we can work together to find an approach that works for you. It’s important that people feel heard, supported, and engaged in the changes they want to see for themselves. People are wonderfully unique, and your therapy journey should be tailored to your needs!

Fun fact about me: I love all things music! Playing, listening, and exploring music as an art is something that brings me joy!

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In my practice, I strive to balance the practicality of evidence-based psychology with the humanistic perspective of social service work, guided by a core value of non-judgment. I believe every client deserves to feel accepted in all their complexity, and I am committed to supporting individuals, couples, and families. I also bring specialized experience and passion for working with people with intellectual disabilities and traumatic brain injuries.

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Hi, my name is Angel Powers and welcome to Mainstream Therapy. I offer comfortable and secure online counselling. Blending traditional and non-traditional frameworks for mental health and self awareness, my job is to help you understand and accept the pieces that make you, you. We look at the strengths you already have and build upon those. We also look at areas of improvement and collectively work on strategies to enhance your life. I truly believe that each person inherently knows what’s best for them to live their best life, I am a supportive role to help you discover how to get there. ​

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I have a passion for supporting others on their journey through life and personal well-being. I have faced many of my own adversities from childhood to adulthood which led me to my own healing journey that began over ten years ago. By utilizing my own lived experiences in addition to a higher level of education I am able to offer compassionate person-centered therapy. I value autonomy and self-determination for my clients as they are the experts of their own lives and we are equal partners working together in developing opportunities for growth and change.

I believe that health starts in the mind and is measured by the quality of our thoughts and the peacefulness we experience from within.

Together we will work to better understand and overcome personal struggles and conflict. We will address destructive thinking patterns, self-defeating behaviours, unhealthy coping mechanisms and break cycles of abuse. We will set you free from the barriers that have been holding you back from becoming your true authentic self.

Everyone’s life experience is unique; therefore, I provide individualized care while incorporating a biopsychosocial perspective, a strengths-based approach, and trauma-informed care. I intend to create a safe non-judgemental healing environment for self-exploration and discovery with the goal of empowering others and building resilience.

I have a passion for supporting others on their journey through life and personal well-being. I h... Read More