Areas of Specialty

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a neurodevelopmental disorder that usually presents before adolescence. ADHD is characterized by inattentive and/or hyperactive presentation that interferes with daily functioning in multiple areas including work, school, and socially.

HEALthy MiND Centres provide services designed to help individuals with ADHD. This includes psycho-education on ADHD symptoms, as well as working with your therapist to develop techniques and strategies to be successful in managing your symptoms

Adoption issues can be particularly challenging for both children and adults. Adoption issues may lead to trauma, attachment issues, anxiety, depression, among others.

HEALthy MiND psychologists are trained to help you navigate the complex emotions associated with adoption, as well as assisting in relationship building and exploring your identity. We provide guidance and strategies to navigate the complexities of relationships, encouraging healthier and more fulfilling interactions. Beyond external connections, we also emphasize self-discovery and personal growth.

Agoraphobia is a specific anxiety disorder focusing on a fear or anxiety of public spaces, or areas perceived to be difficult to escape.

HEALthy MiND Centres provide counselling and therapy services for individuals with agoraphobia. Clients will work with their therapist to develop strategies to overcome their fears and improve their quality of life.

Anger management can refer to the treatment of a multitude of disorders such as Intermittent Explosive Disorder or Opposition Defiant Disorder. These disorders are characterized by recurring outbursts of aggression that are out or proportion to what cause them.

Psychologists at HEALthy MiND Centres are trained in the treatment and management of anger, outbursts, and aggression. Our clinicians offer both group and private counselling opportunities focused on anger management, identifying triggers, and controlling reactions.

Anxiety disorders is a category covering many individual disorders. These anxiety disorders usually refer to feelings of excessive fear and worry that cause significant discomfort and make it difficult to perform daily tasks.

Our team of psychologists at HEALthy MiND Centres are equipped for the treatment of anxiety disorders, in whatever form that takes. Our psychologists can formulate a treatment plan designed for you to effectively manage your symptoms and anxious thoughts.

Autism Spectrum Disorder, or ASD, refers to a spectrum of behaviour regarding social interactions and restricted or repetitive behaviours. Autism is a developmental condition and encompasses a wide range of abilities and behaviours that require different and unique supports for each individual.

HEALthy MiND psychologists are trained to assist individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, whether it be providing diagnoses through autism assessments, providing personalized recommendations, or providing ongoing emotional/behavioural support.

Behavioural development refers to the changes and adaptations in children and adolescents behaviors as they age. Deficits in behavioural development can present themselves in different ways and may warrant intervention by a psychologist depending on the severity.

HEALthy MiND Centres offer unique psychological support to aid in the healthy behavioural development of children and adolescents. We provide a range of assessment and therapeutic services to address challenges and provide personally tailored recommendations.

Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterized by alternating periods of intense depressive symptoms and mood, as well as periods of manic, high-energy mood and behaviour.

HEALthy MiND Centres provide a variety of therapeutic techniques and approaches for bipolar disorder. These techniques aim to improve quality of life by developing healthy coping skills, identifying maladaptive behaviours, and strategies for managing symptoms.

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health disorder that typically presents as significant difficulties in interpersonal relationships, powerful emotion outburst, and an intense anxiety of abandonment over the lifespan.

HEALthy MiND Centres offers therapeutic services focused on borderline personality disorder. These services aim to provide individuals with BPD an opportunity to work with a therapist to understand their condition, develop skills to cope with their diagnosis, and manage their symptoms.

Workplace stress can present itself in many ways but typically is expressed as a desire to avoid/not return to work, anxiety surrounding work tasks or deadlines, or somatic pains and muscle tension.

Our psychology team at HEALthy MiND Centres is trained to help you navigate complex workplace environments. Our psychologists can help with career guidance, identifying and coping with workplace stressors, and improving communication in the workplace.

Career transitions are periods of great change and can create feelings of fear and anxiety of the unknown.

Navigating career transitions can be challenging. HEALthy MiND Centers provide professional support to assist you in your career journey. Whether it be learning new techniques for self-discovery, or learning to advocate for yourself, we can help you achieve your professional goals.

Chronic pain refers to persistent or recurring pain over a long-term period. Chronic pain can be caused by stress, underlying health conditions, or previous injuries.

HEALthy MiND psychologists offer support for the psychological and emotional aspects of chronic pain. We provide psychoeducation and therapy to help you manage your pain and lessen emotional distress.

Communication is an important aspect of the parent-child relationship. Difficulties or misunderstandings in communication within the family unit can lead to tension and arguing between family members.

HEALthy MiND psychologists are equipped to address communication issues in parent-child relationships through behavioural therapy, learning new ways to communicate, or facilitating conflict resolutions.

Compassion fatigue covers the mental, emotional, and physical effects resulting from continued exposure to second-hand trauma from clients or patients. Compassion fatigue is particularly common in first-responders and healthcare practitioners.

As therapists, we are uniquely aware of how compassion fatigue can impact your life. HEALthy MiND therapists can help you advocate for yourself in your line of work, express healthy boundaries, and learn self-care strategies that are effective for you.

Depression, anxiety, and stress and some of the most common mental health conditions seen by therapists. These disorders can have an immense impact on mood, motivation, and sleep, as well as relationships, and work/school performance.

HEALthy MiND Centres provide therapy services for individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, and depression. We provide a safe space for you to express the emotions and beliefs you are experiencing and aid you in addressing them in a healthy manner.

Digital wellness refers to the practice of being more mindful around technology usage. The primary focus is on educating yourself on technology, and making an informed decision and setting healthy boundaries around your usage.

HEALthy MiND Centres offer counselling in digital wellness, in particular learning how to manage your screen time and social media usage to create a healthier and more adaptive relationship with your time online.

Disordered eating encompasses a variety of eating and food disorders, such as bulimia nervosa, anorexia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and muscle dysmorphia. These disorders commonly share an unhealthy and maladaptive view surrounding food, eating, and body image.

HEALthy MiND Centres dedicated team of psychologists possess extensive knowledge in diagnosis and treatment of a diverse spectrum of eating and food disorders. We understand that these conditions are often deeply rooted in complex psychological factors, particularly distorted thought patterns. Our therapeutic approach is specifically designed to help you identify, challenge, and ultimately restructure these unhelpful cognitive distortions that contribute to and perpetuate disordered eating behaviors.

Divorce and parental separation can be volatile times of change and may have long-lasting changes on a child's development if they are not able to process the various emotions they may feel in a healthy manner.

We understand that divorce and separation are not merely legal processes, but profound emotional shifts that can bring forth a wide range of feelings, including grief, anger, confusion, anxiety, and loss. Our experienced HEALthy MiND therapists are here to guide you through these intricate and often conflicting emotions, helping you to understand and acknowledge their presence without judgment.

Domestic violence counselling is used to provide specialized services to help survivors process their experiences, and reclaim their sense of self and safety.

Recognizing the profound impact of domestic violence, HEALthy MiND Centres offer a safe and confidential space for individuals seeking support and healing. Our therapists provide specialized counselling services to help survivors process their experiences, and reclaim their sense of self and safety.

Imminent risk refers to an immediate, impending threat that is highly likely to cause harm or loss in the very near future. These situations require prompt, direct action to protect the safety and well-being of individuals, property, or communities.

These services are for individuals at immediate, high risk of harm to themselves or others, which may include concerns like suicidal thoughts, self-harm, or violent acts/threats. HEALthy MiND Centres can offer same and next-day support.

Employee and family assistance plans are services used by the employees of a company, as well as their immediate family in order to access assistance for a wide array of work-related or personal issues.

HEALthy MiND Centres employee and family assistance plan services are intended for employees and their family members. Individuals can access this confidential service through their workplace for assistance with a variety of work-related or personal issues.

Family counselling services focus on improving family dynamics and communication between family members. This service can also be effective in resolving conflict within the family unit and learning strategies to ameliorate potential future conflicts.

HEALthy MiND counselling services focus on improving family dynamics and communication between family members. This service can also be effective in resolving conflict within the family unit and learning strategies to ameliorate potential future conflicts.

Family of origin issues refers to challenges and psychological injuries caused from childhood trauma or negative experiences with your family.

Our family of origin services can help educate individuals in better understanding potential childhood trauma they may have experienced, the dynamics of their family growing up and how it impacts their current relationships. HEALthy MiND services can also aid in understanding your own parent’s parenting style and how it affects your relationships or development.

Fertility issues, or infertility, refer to the inability to conceive a child. These issues can stem from a variety of factors affecting either partner, or both.

Our fertility issue services are intended for couples or families experiencing difficulty with fertility. HEALthy MiND Centres provide a safe space to explore the complex emotions surrounding infertility.

Foster care provides a temporary, safe home for children and youth who cannot live with their biological families due to abuse, neglect, or other family crises. It offers stability and support while working toward reunification with their family or another permanent living arrangement.

HEALthy MiND Centres provide services specifically designed for children in foster care and families involved with child and family services. We offer a range of supports, including individual therapy for children navigating trauma and attachment, and family counseling to strengthen relationships and promote healing. Our goal is to empower children and families with the tools and understanding to thrive.

Grief is a natural response to loss—a deeply personal journey of emotions and physical sensations. It's not a single feeling but a complex process of adapting to a new reality after losing someone or something significant.

HEALthy MiND Centres provide therapeutic services specially for individuals dealing with feelings of grief and loss, providing them with an environment where they can process their emotions and move forward.

Intimacy services are intended for people who are experiencing struggles or looking to improve the intimate aspects of their personal relationships.

HEALthy MiND intimacy services are intended for people who are experiencing struggles or looking to improve the intimate aspects of their personal relationships.

Big life changes can be daunting and are often accompanied with some equally big emotions. These feelings can sometimes be overwhelming or intimidating to confront and may benefit from the guidance of a therapist.

HEALthy MiND Centres offer therapeutic services for individuals currently going through a meaningful change in their lives and are looking for guidance in navigating the emotional, behavioural, or psychological challenges that may accompany it.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by a cycle of unwanted, intrusive thoughts and fears that lead to repetitive behaviors aimed at reducing anxiety. These thoughts and actions are often time-consuming and significantly interfere with daily life.

HEALthy MiND Centres understand the impact that Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can have on an individual's life. Our dedicated team comprises highly skilled psychologists, each equipped with experience in treating OCD. Our therapists are committed to providing comprehensive and individualized care, utilizing a diverse range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches to address the unique needs of each client.

A panic attack is a sudden, intense surge of fear that triggers a "fight-or-flight" response, causing severe physical reactions like a racing heart, shortness of breath, and dizziness, even when there's no real danger.

HEALthy MiND Centres psychologists are adept at assisting individuals experiencing panic attacks, utilizing their expertise to identify triggers and provide psycho-education aimed at emotional and breathing regulation to avert the complete onset of an attack.

We provide parenting coaching and psycho-education at HMC, counselling for parents during separation or divorce, and educating parents on navigating the many forms of parent-teen dynamics.

HEALthy MiND Centres provide parenting coaching and psycho-education counselling for parents during separation or divorce, and educating parents on navigating the many forms of parent-teen dynamics.

Phobia treatment usually utilizes psychological therapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), relaxation strategies, and mindfulness practices to provide a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to unique clients and phobias.

Our team of experienced psychologists are trained in the effective treatment of phobias. We utilize evidence-based therapeutic approaches. HEALthy MiND psychologists are skilled in integrating techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), relaxation strategies, and mindfulness practices, to provide a comprehensive and individualized treatment plan tailored to each client's unique needs and type of phobia.

Traditional talk therapy may not always be the most effective approach for younger clients, and play therapy provides a unique and powerful medium for children to express themselves, process their emotions, and work through challenges in a natural and comfortable way.

HEALthy MiND Centres have a number of psychologists that specialize in and offer play therapy services for children. We understand that traditional talk therapy may not always be the most effective approach for younger clients, and play therapy provides a unique and powerful medium for children to express themselves, process their emotions, and work through challenges in a natural and comfortable way.

Postnatal depression, or PND, is a mental health condition that affects new parents, causing feelings of sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion.

HEALthy MiND Centres offer counselling and therapy focused on postnatal depression and navigating the complex emotions and life changes that come with it.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after a person experiences or witnesses a traumatic event, causing recurring, intrusive memories and nightmares, along with heightened anxiety and emotional numbness. It is the brain's way of being stuck in a "fight, flight, or freeze" response long after the danger has passed.

Our psychologists offer expertise in treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and trauma counselling. HEALthy MiND Centres are committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to support your healing journey. Our approach integrates a range of therapeutic modalities tailored to help you process traumatic memories, develop coping strategies, and regain a sense of safety and control in your life.

Relationship counselling can help partners develop stronger communication skills, deepen understanding of each other's needs, and ultimately, learn to approach and resolve conflict in a constructive and loving way. 

HEALthy MiND Centres offer relationship counselling, primarily using the Gottman Method, and are capable of helping you approach and resolve conflict in your relationship.

This evidence-based approach provides couples with practical tools and strategies to navigate the complexities of their relationships. Our experienced counselors are dedicated to helping you and your partner develop stronger communication skills, deepen your understanding of each other's needs, and ultimately, learn to approach and resolve conflict in a constructive and loving way.

We offer a variety of Educational and school related services, ranging from roles as mental health school clinicians and school psychologists, to offering psycho-educational assessments.

We offer a variety of Educational and school related services, ranging from roles as mental health school clinicians and school psychologists, to offering psycho-educational assessments. Read more about HEALthy MiND Assessment Services here.

Perfectionism and procrastination are often linked in a cycle where the pressure to perform flawlessly can feel so overwhelming that a person avoids starting or completing the work altogether.

HEALthy MiND psychologists have experience working with individuals to overcome self-defeating behaviours like perfectionism and procrastination. We are able to help you overcome these behaviours and replace them with positive habits.

Self-esteem refers to our own personal beliefs and feelings about ourselves, including our worth, and capabilities. Negative beliefs about our self-esteem can result in feelings of shame or guilt. 

HEALthy MiND Centres provide specialized knowledge and treatment in cultivating self-esteem and transforming harmful negative self-talk.

Sexual health refers to a person’s unique feelings and well-being regarding their sexuality.

Our HEALthy MiND clinicians are trained to work on sexual health in session, covering topics like consent, expressing and accepting boundaries during sex, and improving overall sexual health and satisfaction.

Two Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex, Asexual

Sexual and Gender Identity refers to the unique emotional and psychological experiences regarding who we are and how we identify. 

HEALthy MiND psychologists are proud to work with 2SLGBTQIA+ populations and are able to help individuals navigate the challenges that come with living in this space, including identity exploration, acceptance, and fostering positive mental health.

Insomnia is a disorder resulting in difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. This difficulty surrounding sleep can lead to both physical and psychological impacts, such as fatigue, depression, and irritability. 

HEALthy MiND psychologists are trained to help treat sleep challenges or insomnia with psychological and behavioural techniques like sleep hygiene, and relaxation techniques.

Social health focuses on creating and improving socio-emotional connections, and developing deep and enriching relationships in your community. These feelings of connection can help mitigate feelings of anxiety, and depression.

HEALthy MiND Centres provide services centered on social health as well. These services focus on creating and improving socio-emotional connections, and developing deep and enriching relationships in your community. These services are particularly effective in treating anxiety, depression, and addiction.

Speech anxiety is a feeling of anxiety or stress surrounding public speaking, the feelings of anxiety are often out of proportion and make it difficult to focus and perform in speech anxiety.

The HEALthy MiND team of psychologists is prepared to assist you in overcoming speech anxiety and developing into a more confident public speaker.

Sport psychology, sometimes referred to as performance psychology, is a branch of psychology centered on improving the performance of athletes and artists through psychological techniques.

HEALthy MiND psychologists are trained in sports and performance psychology and are equipped to treat performance anxiety, or assist in better understanding the mental training required to be successful in sports.

Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that can have a lasting impact on a person's mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Abuse, in its various forms (physical, emotional, sexual), is a significant cause of trauma. The effects of abuse can be profound, shaping a person's worldview, relationships, and even their biological stress response.

HEALthy MiND Centres provide compassionate support for individuals healing from trauma and abuse. We offer a safe space to process your experiences, develop coping strategies, and reclaim your sense of well-being.

Work-life balance is the state of equilibrium between your personal and professional life, where you feel a sense of control and satisfaction in both areas. It can be achieved by setting healthy boundaries, prioritizing well-being, and managing your time to prevent burnout.

HEALthy MiND psychologists are trained to help you advocate for a healthier work-life balance for yourself, as well as how to find your limits and create the work-life balance you desire.