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He then received his Master of Divinity in Clinical Counselling while focussing on family systems theory and couples therapy. Adam spent numerous years working on a Trauma Focussed Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (TF-CBT) project as part of a research team at York University. Adam considers the therapeutic alliance (bond) between the client and therapist to be the cornerstone of the therapeutic process. Everyone needs and deserves a safe and trusting place and with this the healing process can begin. Adam strongly believes in a collaborative approach to therapy and that all clients have the strength to achieve their goals. Areas of treatment include Depression, Anxiety, Individual, Couples therapy, Family therapy, Self-harm, Trauma, Anger Management, Parenting, Child and Adolescent. Adam believes that everyone is an individual and each therapy sessions must be specifically designed for that individual. For this reason, Adam is able to utilize a variety of different therapeutic approaches which include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focussed Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Solution focused therapy, and Couples and family systems therapies. Adam believes that education and awareness involving mental health is important for each and everyone one of us and is an integral part of developing a stronger community. Adam’s goal is to collaborate with the client in achieving their goals and overall well-being.Close –

Timothy provides a holistic approach that engages the emotional, mental, relational, spiritual and physical aspects of his clients, with a deep respect for their belief systems and cultures. His therapeutic orientations include: Cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) Person Centred Therapy (PCT)therapy and Motivational Interviewing. He has almost 20 years experience working in the Health Care Field and has served as President of The Pembroke, Ontario Chamber of Commerce in addition to several years on the Board of Directors. Timothy believes that counselling should provide a healing space for his clients to explore the feelings, thoughts, behaviours and relationships that cause difficulties in their lives.Close –

As a second-generation social worker, she developed an early respect and passion for the profession and the values it adhered to – including a commitment to social justice, the inherent worth of all individuals and a desire to walk alongside people as they overcome significant challenges in their lives.  Jody has particular skill in working with mental health, addiction and trauma using CBT. Solution Focussed, Family Systems, Narrative and Mindfulness based therapies.  The privilege of witnessing the strength and resilience of individuals and families in her work has continued to fuel Jody’s belief that change is possible and achievable.Close –

She has completed a Master’s Degree in Spiritual Care & Psychotherapy with extra training in addictions, couple & family therapy, and trauma-informed therapy. The psychotherapeutic techniques she uses in therapy are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, Object Relations Therapy, Family Systems, The Satir Model, Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Mindfulness. Kinga also has extra training in Cognitive Processing Therapy for Trauma. Prior to joining Trafalgar Residence, Kinga was part of a family health team addressing simple to concurrent mental health disorders. Before studying psychotherapy, Kinga completed a four-year yoga therapy training program, and has taught yoga for over 8 years. This has trained her to be calm, non-judgmental and present during her therapy sessions.Close –

Ruth’s specialization in addiction counselling and post traumatic stress disorder informs her approach with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychoanalysis, and S.M.A.R.T Recovery. Ruth’s work with Active Duty and Retired military personnel brings a specialization to clinical work with our individuals from the Armed Forces.Close –