Have you found yourself grappling with intrusive thoughts, persistent rumination, or overwhelming compulsions? Have anxiety, OCD, or trauma symptoms left you feeling stuck or even worse off during talk therapy? Have you ever felt paralyzed by indecision, to the point where even choosing something as simple as an apple felt like an insurmountable task?

I understand. I’ve walked that path too. I’m here, ready, willing, and fully equipped to stand by your side as you journey towards complete recovery. With a wealth of experience in a diverse range of therapeutic tools and techniques, I’m well-prepared to support you in your healing.

I’m a passionate advocate for mental health and holistic well-being. I work from an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed and intersectional framework. In a nutshell, I believe you are your own expert and your body/mind has an innate ability to heal itself. However, sometimes we all need support, compassion, tools and/or information to aid us in our healing journey

Overview:

Clients:

Individuals - Young Adults (16+), Adults

Types of Therapy:

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), SE (Somatic Experiencing), ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention), Internal Family Systems (IFS), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), CBT-TF (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), Mindfulness, DBT (Dialectical Behavioural Therapy)

Focus: OCD, Trauma, Anxiety, Attachment, Pregnancy/Postpartum, Stress, Burnout, Gender-based Violence (Sexual Violence, Domestic Violence, Narcissistic Abuse), Clinical Supervision

About Janelle

My journey into the world of mental health and social service began with a unique blend of experiences. I served as a statistician – collaborating with an Indigenous hunting and gathering tribe in India to advocate for their land rights, and a gender specialist – coordinating community development initiatives, gender-based violence prevention, and anti-human trafficking efforts. This invaluable experience ignited my passion for social justice and community empowerment.

I also had the privilege of managing a women’s shelter, where I witnessed the resilience and strength of individuals facing challenging circumstances. Further, as a professor of social service work, I had the opportunity to share my knowledge and insights with future generations of social service workers, further deepening my commitment to the field.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology, a Master’s degree in Social Work, and I am a Registered Social Worker in Ontario. With over ten years of experience in providing supportive counselling and psychotherapy, I am still as passionate as ever to offer you safe, compassionate, and inclusive spaces where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences openly. Together, we can embark on a transformative path towards greater well-being and self-discovery.

Favourite Book: Born to Run

Interests: Rock climbing is without a doubt my first love and still dabble in it from time to time. I am also an avid painter – oil, acrylic, texture, I love it all. I have also been known to whip up a mural or two.

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Meet Tina

Tina is a certified Youth Resilience Coach (Youth Coaching Institute) and a graduate of the ClearBeing Soul Coach training. Starting her career as an elementary school teacher, she later transitioned to become a high school teacher, bringing her expertise to an older age group. However, it was during her past five years as a guidance counsellor that Tina truly found her calling. Throughout her career, Tina has cultivated meaningful relationships with her students, recognizing the importance of their personal growth and well-being. With a genuine desire to see them thrive, she has chosen to expand her impact by becoming a Youth Resilience Life Coach, equipped with the skills and knowledge to guide, support and empower teens and young adults on their journey to becoming their best selves.

Client Focus

Teens and Young Adults (between the ages of 13 and 30)

Types of life coaching

Evidence based coaching (organic coaching sessions and coaching programs).

Credentials:

Certified Youth Resilience Coach (Youth Coaching Institute)

Certified Academic Resilience Coach (Youth Coaching Institute)

Certified Career Discovery Coach (Youth Coaching Institute)

Graduate from the ClearBeing Soul Coach training

Guidance and Career Education Specialist

Qualified teacher/guidance counselor in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers

What problem do you strive to overcome?

Problem:

As a youth or young adult, you might find yourself dissatisfied with your current life situation, yearning for more but unsure of the path to take. Struggling with self-limiting beliefs that hinder your progress and hold you back from reaching your full potential. You might find yourself feeling stuck, indecisive, lacking clarity and direction. Managing stress and achieving work/school-life balance can seem like a constant battle, impacting your overall well-being. You may feel stagnant, unmotivated and wanting to improve your relationship with others and yourself. Perhaps setting and achieving meaningful goals are difficult. You lack time management and organization skills.

Solution :

As a life coach, I aim to empower youth and young adults by assisting them in setting and achieving their goals, enhancing their personal development, and building skills that will benefit them in the present and future. My services are growth-oriented, client centered and non-directive. I promote and value empathy, autonomy, choice and responsibility. My goal is to help youth and young adults build competencies and develop their own solutions in order to achieve success and satisfaction in different areas of their lives.

Result :

I will support you in unlocking your full potential, help you overcome obstacles, identify your passions, get clarity and achieve your goals. You will feel empowered to move forward and take necessary steps towards success. I offer support in a safe, warm, respectful, collaborative and non judgmental space.

What I offer :

1. Organic/ Knowledge-based coaching:

These sessions are 1:1 and done virtually. During the intake process and at the beginning of each session, the client sets the agenda and the goals. As a coach, during our meetings, I will be offering support to the client by actively listening and asking powerful questions in order to empower the client to discover their own solutions and way forward. I may share evidence-based knowlege, activities, or models that could be helpful to the client’s progress.

2. Coaching program:

These sessions are available individually or in a group format. The topics and materials address challenges commonly faced by youth and young adults. The program is designed in advance and focuses on specific themes. During each session, the coach leads the client through the content, prioritizing self reflection and growth.

1. Youth resilience
2. Academic resilience
3. Career discovery

Not currently available, more information to come. Stay tuned!

Pricing

1. Online life coaching package (400$+ tax)

Includes Intake session (45 minutes) and 5 sessions (45 minutes each)

Highly recommended for new clients.

All sessions will be pre booked and 1 to 2 weeks apart.

2. Top up sessions for current or returning clients

Organic life coaching- 45 minutes (online)- 80$

New clients will need to book an intake session before proceeding with a single individual session.

Client should complete a minimum of 5 sessions for sufficient progress.

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Have you been shouldering the burden of trauma or finding yourself ensnared in the throes of addiction, with its relentless cycles of withdrawal and craving? Do these challenges leave you feeling lost, or do they seem to magnify during mainstream therapeutic sessions? Have you ever been so consumed by the echoes of distress that making even the smallest choices becomes an overwhelming ordeal?

I stand ready, eager, and equipped to accompany you on your road to recovery. My toolkit for therapy is extensive, offering a range of modalities tailored to navigate the complexities of trauma and the difficult journey of withdrawal management.

In my practice, while honouring the holistic insights offered by traditional Indigenous healing practices, my focus is on client-centered therapeutic techniques designed to address the nuanced challenges of trauma and addiction. I believe in an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed care that acknowledges the intricate dance of recovery where the rhythm is often set by the individual’s unique experiences and needs.

With a fundamental belief in your inner knowledge and the resilience of the human spirit, I recognize that sometimes what’s needed most is a supportive guide, someone to offer not just empathy but also evidence-based strategies and a steady presence through the turbulent phases of detoxification and beyond. Together, we can work towards healing, balance, and a reclamation of your inner strength.

Overview

Types of Clients: Individuals (12+)

Types of therapy: EMDR, traditional Indigenous ways of healing, CBT, Mindfulness, Solution-Based, Memory Resourcing, WRAP, OCAN, MI, FLASH, and more

Focus: Trauma, Addictions, Substance Use, Withdrawal Management, Gender-Based Violence, Indigenous Wellness, Depression, Bipolar, Dissociative Disorders, Eating Disorders, Personality Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Parenting, LGBTQIA2s+, Workplace Challenges, Return to Work and more

About Lynne

Lynne Castonguay, M.S.W., R.S.W., C.C.A.C., is a dedicated Registered Social Worker with deep roots in Iroquois Falls and an unwavering commitment to the community of Timmins, Ontario. An alumna of Wilfrid Laurier University, Lynne earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work through the esteemed Indigenous Field of Study Program. As a Certified Addiction Counsellor and a proficient EMDR practitioner, she brings a nuanced understanding of crisis and trauma interventions to her practice, offering a sensitive approach to those grappling with the enduring effects of colonization and the legacy of residential schools.

With a career steeped in aiding adults and families to confront and overcome addiction and mental health challenges, Lynne stands as a beacon of hope and guidance. Her expertise is not limited to the long-term healing journey; she is also a critical first responder in the wake of traumatic events, from assaults and accidents to robberies, providing immediate and compassionate care.

Lynne embodies the role of a helper and facilitator, empowering personal healing journeys from trauma with both professionalism, compassion and empathy.

More Than Just Work

Outside of her clinical practice, Lynne is a true Northerner at heart. She finds solace and joy in the simple pleasures of life—whether it’s fishing, exploring the wilderness with her loyal dog Grace, or caring for her farm animals at Firefly Acres. Her love for nature and the outdoors is as integral to her being as her passion for supporting others. Lynne’s multifaceted life, rooted in community, healing, and nature, exemplifies her holistic approach to well-being and recovery.

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Have you ever felt like your nervous system is stuck in overdrive—constantly scanning for danger, overwhelmed by noise, sensations, or even your own thoughts? Do you swing between shutdown and overload, trying to “function” while managing trauma responses, executive dysfunction, or masking just to get through the day?

I get it. Life isn’t always gentle, especially for those carrying trauma or living in a world that wasn’t built for neurodivergent minds. You deserve a space where you don’t have to explain away your reactions, apologize for your needs, or pretend to be okay. I’m here to hold space for all of it—with gentleness, honesty, and deep respect for your lived experience.

I’m a psychotherapist with a heart for trauma recovery, neurodivergent thriving, and relational healing. My work weaves together EMDR, somatic tools, and attachment-based practices through a neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed lens. Whether you’re processing complex trauma, navigating AuDHD, or seeking safer, more connected relationships—my goal is to support you in reclaiming your voice, your energy, and your sense of self.

Overview:

Clients:

Individuals - Children (6+), Adults; Couples - Integrative and Sex Therapy

Types of Therapy:

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), Internal Family Systems (IFS), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), Mindfulness, DBT (Dialectical Behavioural Therapy), Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Attachment-Based, Trauma-Informed, Somatic, Couples & Sex Integrative Therapy

Focus: Trauma, PTSD, C-PTSD, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, OCD, personality disorders, addictions, neurodivergence (ADHD, AuDHD, Autism), Psychedelic Integration, Couples and Relationship Therapy

About Melissa

My path into psychotherapy has been anything but linear—and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Before becoming a therapist, I spent years immersed in the research world, developing innovative programs to support neurodivergent individuals and working behind the scenes to design accessible, evidence-based interventions. But over time, I realized my heart was pulling me toward more direct, human connection. I wanted to sit with people, not just study their experiences.

I hold a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, an Honours Bachelor’s in Psychology, and a Bachelor of Business Administration—and I’m currently diving deep into the fascinating world of psychedelic-assisted therapy through a Master of Science in Psychedelics. My work is informed by both science and soul, blending clinical insight with genuine curiosity and care.

Along the way, I’ve supported community organizations focused on depression, worked as a research assistant across multiple settings, and stayed curious about what truly helps people heal. Today, I bring that same curiosity, compassion, and nerdy love of the brain into every session. My goal? To make therapy feel like a co-created space where your needs, identities, and inner wisdom are always centered—and where growth feels empowering, not overwhelming.

Favourite Quote: “Two roads diverged in a wood, and I - I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.”

Fun Fact: I have lived in 9 countries, travelling the world in search of culture and good food.

My Peace: My world travelling puppy, Kokomo.

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Sometimes clients feel overwhelmed by emotion and uncertain of where to start in caring for their mental-emotional well-being.

I help clients to process emotion, order and distill complex life experiences, and construct narratives that support a sense of meaning and clarity in life.

I believe in developing a strong therapeutic relationship as the foundation for supporting healing and growth.

Overview:

Clients:

Couples, Individuals, Children (starting at 12+)

Types of therapy:

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Mindfulness, Art Therapy, Yoga, Trauma-Informed, Anti-Oppressive, Queer Counselling, Safe and Sound Protocol

Focus:

Anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, grief and loss, parenting, blended families, sexuality, school and academic success

About Anna:

Anna (she/her) is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from York University. She works from an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed and strengths-based perspective. She brings a diversity of experience to her practice from the field of Counselling, Education and the Arts, with experience as an Ontario Certified Teacher. She is a certified yoga teacher and enjoys using mindfulness techniques in therapeutic practice.

Favourite Quote:

“Rather than searching for ways around death and disappointment, the queer art of failure involves the acceptance of the finite, the embrace of the absurd, the silly, and the hopelessly goofy. Rather than resisting endings and limits, let us instead revel in and cleave to all of our own inevitable fantastic failures.” ― J. Jack Halberstam, The Queer Art of Failure (2011)

Interests:

Anna loves being near water, swimming, canoeing, or even just jumping in puddles :)

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