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≅≅༄ Welcome to Making Space Psychotherapy!
New Clients: Please choose your location, and then choose based on your interest for in-person or online psychotherapy sessions. The free 20-min consultation is for you to speak directly to the therapist so you can both see if it feels like the right fit.
Adults, Couples, Teens, Children 3+, Parents & Families are welcome!
Parent(s) Therapy: Offered exclusively in Hamilton with our parent specialists.
Update: Our Senior Therapists- Louis is accepting new clients again! Anna is full. Jenni is full but accepting waitlist again! (contact office)
Returning Clients: Hello again! You can book a session below for 50 or 80 minutes (150 min Intensives must be booked by request).
Need to contact us quickly? Text 289-904-0400
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Important to know
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We offer Direct Billing options with Insurance providers, NIHB, Blue Cross and more.
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Our psychotherapists in Hamilton and Burlington are Currently Accepting New Clients!
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THERAPY INTENSIVES (3 sessions in 1) are now available for Couples (mixed modalities), and for Individuals using IFS or EMDR! Contact us directly to inquire.
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Louis works exclusively online (everyone else can work in-person or online).
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Community Program - DO NOT book here. Please email us a bit of information about your situation and if one of our therapists feels they may be a match we will connect you.
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We require 48 hrs notice to cancel/reschedule or the full fee is due, but you can switch to online/phone right up to your session time.
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Our Youth/Teen Therapists - Tina 3-12, Justine 4+, Cierra 9+, Taylor 9+, Lorna 12+, Jordyn 12+, Briar 12+, Sheena 13+, Marra 13+, Andrew 13+, Andrea 14+, Karine 14+, Nada 15+
Marra Sheldon MSW, RSW - Registered Social Worker Psychotherapist
Mon, Tues & Wed 3pm-9pm
Thurs & Fri 9am-3pm
~ Teens, Young Adults, Adults, Couples
Areas of Focus: Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Identity, Couples Counselling (conflict, life transitions, infidelity, trauma), Attachment Challenges, Family Dynamics, Student Counselling
Credentials:
MSW, Registered Social Worker
B.A Psychology and Sexuality, Marriage and Family Studies
Mon, Tues & Wed 3pm-9pm Thurs & Fri 9am-3pm ~ Teens, Young Adults, Adults, Couples Are... Read More
Louis Periatambee Registered Psychotherapist, MA Counselling Psychology, BA
Monday - Saturday 8:00am-3:00pm (ONLINE)
Adults 20+, Couples
Treatment areas include: anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, emotional regulation, rumination, procrastination, relationship issues, life transitions, lack of confidence, low self-esteem, grief and bereavement, self-discovery, meaning and purpose, sexuality and LGBTQ+, PTSD, communication issues, social anxiety.
I use an integrative approach featuring Acceptance and Commitment therapy along with elements of SFT, EFT, IFS, Narrative therapy and other modalities. This enables me to create a tailor made, flexible treatment plan for my clients. I have also completed Gottman Couples Therapy I & II as well as Dr Sue Johnson’s Intensive Course in Emotion Focused Couples Therapy.
Whatever your reasons are for seeking help, I aim to create a supportive, ‘non-judgy’ space where we can talk through whatever is on your mind, understand what is happening, and enable you to reach your goals and move forward.
Credentials: Registered Psychotherapist Gottman Couples I & II EFT: Attachment for Couples in Crisis
Monday - Saturday 8:00am-3:00pm (ONLINE) Adults 20+, Couples Treatment areas include: anxiety,... Read More
Justine Bourak Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), M.A.Counselling Psychology, B.Sc Biology
Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs / 3pm-9pm
Teens, Children 4+
Areas of Focus: Attachment, School-Related Stress, Emotion Regulation, Social Skills, Building Self-Esteem and Confidence, Developmental and Life Transitions, Anxiety, Depression, Dysregulation, Big Behaviours and Big Emotions (including anger/frustration management), Grief, Low Self-Esteem, Exposure to Trauma, Family Changes, Separation and Transitions, Family Conflict
Credentials:
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
M.A.Counselling Psychology B.Sc Biology
Post Grad Certificate in Mental Health & Disabilities Studies (Mohawk College)
Post Grad Certificate in Autism & Behavioural Sciences (Mohawk College)
Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs / 3pm-9pm Teens, Children 4+ Areas of Focus: Attachment, School-Related S... Read More
Paige Kilian Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), M.A.Counselling Psychology, B.A.Clinical Psychology & Recreation Therapy
Monday 9am-2pm / Tuesday 3pm-8pm / Thursday 3pm-8pm / Friday 9am-2pm
Adults, Couples
Specialist: Helping Professionals, Caregivers, OCD
Areas of Focus: Emotional Regulation, OCD, Life Transitions, Role Changes, Grief & Loss, Emotional Regulation, Neurodivergent/ADHD, Eating Disorders, Grief/Loss, Fertility, Stress, Burnout, Anxiety, Relationship Challenges
Credentials:
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) Registered Recreation Therapist (R/TRO)
M.A.Counselling Psychology
B.A.Clinical Psychology & Recreation Therapy
Women’s Mental Health Specialist Certificate
Certified Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Professional Integrative Sex and Couples Therapy Certification
Monday 9am-2pm / Tuesday 3pm-8pm / Thursday 3pm-8pm / Friday 9am-2pm Adults, Couples Specialist... Read More
Shannon D'souza Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), M.A.Counselling Psychology, B.Sc. Psychology
Mon 3pm-9pm - Hamilton
Tues 3pm-9pm, Wed & Thurs 9am-3pm - Burlington
Adults, Teens 17+
Areas of Focus: trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, boundaries, work issues, personal growth, career, cultural identity, life transitions and dramatic life shifts due to accidents, injuries and death.
Shannon brings flexibility, cultural sensitivity and humour to your work together. She integrates a variety of styles that consider who you are as a whole person.
She works with Adults and Teens 17+
Credentials:
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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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M.A. Counselling Psychology, B.Sc. Psychology
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Complex Trauma Professional
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy
Mon 3pm-9pm - Hamilton Tues 3pm-9pm, Wed & Thurs 9am-3pm - Burlington Adults, Teens 17+ Ar... Read More
Amanda Heywood MDiv, Masters in Clinical Counselling; Hon BSc, Psychology
Amanda is a seasoned Registered Psychotherapist specializing in complex and relational trauma, developmental trauma, relationship issues, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, and self-esteem.
She uses an integrative approach including Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Brainspotting, Somatic, Polyvagal, Internal Family Systems (informed)/Parts Work, Brainspotting, Emotion-Focused Therapy and Attachment Focused Therapy.
She works with individuals 18+
Amanda is a seasoned Registered Psychotherapist specializing in complex and relational trauma, de... Read More
Cierra DoCouto Registered Psychotherapist, M.A. Counselling Psychology, B.A. Social Psychology/Sociology
Hamilton: Wed 9am-3pm – Tues & Thurs 3pm-9pm
Cierra is a passionate trauma therapist who works with Adult Women, and also specializes in working with youth including Young Adults, Teens and Children 9+
Areas of Focus: Trauma, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Relationships, ADHD, Learning Disabilities
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Credentials:
Registered Psychotherapist
M.A. Counselling Psychology B.A. Social Psychology, (minor) Sociology
Hamilton: Wed 9am-3pm – Tues & Thurs 3pm-9pm Cierra is a passionate trauma therapist who wor... Read More
Karine Rochon Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), M.A. Counselling Psychology, B.A.&Sc Psychology
HAMILTON: Individual & Couples - Wed 9am-3pm / Thurs 3pm-9pm / Saturdays
BURLINGTON: Couples, by appointment / Saturdays
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Adults, Couples, Teens
Areas of Focus: Trauma, Relational Trauma, Emotional Abuse, Depression, Fertility, Self-Worth, Self-Esteem, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Stress, Women’s Issues, Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), Addiction, Eating Disorders, Domestic Abuse, Grief/Loss
Credentials:
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
M.A. Counselling Psychology B.A.&Sc Psychology Child & Youth Worker
HAMILTON: Individual & Couples - Wed 9am-3pm / Thurs 3pm-9pm / Saturdays BURLINGTON: Couples... Read More
Kate Harding Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), M.A. Counselling Psychology, B.A.(Hons) Psychology/Sociology
Mon-Thurs 3pm-9pm
Adults, Couples
Areas of Focus: Trauma, PTSD/C-PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Relationship Issues
Credentials:
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
M.A. Counselling Psychology B.A. Psychology & Sociology, (minor) Anthropology
Mon-Thurs 3pm-9pm Adults, Couples Areas of Focus: Trauma, PTSD/C-PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Tra... Read More
Becca Londner
(She/Her/Hers)
MSW, RSW
Mon 9am-3pm / Tues 9am-3pm / Wed 3pm-9pm
Adults, Young Adults
Specialist: Gender Based Violence Survivors, First Responders
Areas of Focus: Anxiety, Depression, C-PTSD/PTSD, Self-Esteem, Abuse Recovery, Borderline Personality Disorder, Emotion Regulation, Grief, Coping Skills, OCD, Burnout, Eating Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Abuse, Sexual Violence, Identity, and Relationship Issues
Credentials:
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist
Master of Social Work
B.A. (Hons) Global Development & Philosophy
EMDR
Integrative Trauma and Attachment Treatment Model (ATTCH)
Mon 9am-3pm / Tues 9am-3pm / Wed 3pm-9pm Adults, Young Adults Specialist: Gender Based Violence... Read More
Sheena McGillivray
(She/Her/They/Them)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), M.A.Counselling Psychology, B.A. Psychology, TIST - Level One
Tues, Wed, Sat 9am-3pm / Thurs 3pm-9pm
Adults, Teens
Areas of Focus: Anxiety, Depression, Mood, Trauma, Attachment Issues, ADHD, ASD, Executive Functioning Difficulties, Impacted Self-Worth, Existential Feelings, Identity-Related Experiences, Internalized Beliefs, Shame, Grief and Loss, Sleep Issues, Addiction, Self-Harm, and Suicidal Ideation
My Style: I work with trauma and relational experiences. I also have a special interest in the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals.
Credentials M.A.Counselling Psychology, B.A.Psychology, Trauma Informed Stablization Treatment - Level 1 (Janina Fisher)
Tues, Wed, Sat 9am-3pm / Thurs 3pm-9pm Adults, Teens Areas of Focus: Anxiety, Depression, Mood,... Read More
Tina Lefebvre
(She/Her/Hers)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), M.A. Counselling Psychology, B.A. Child & Youth Development
Adults 18+, Parents, Children 3-12, Families, Poly/ENM
Areas of Focus: Complex Trauma, Personality Disorders, C-PTSD, Parenting Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Postpartum Depression, LGBTQ Acceptance, Cultural Acceptance, Addictions
Styles: EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Play Therapy
Credentials:
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M.A. Counselling Psychology
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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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EMDR (EMDRIA)
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Internal Family Systems (IFS)
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Emotionally Focused Therapy I
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Integrative Trauma and Attachment Treatment Model
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Indigenizing Harm Reduction
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Play Therapy
Adults 18+, Parents, Children 3-12, Families, Poly/ENM Areas of Focus: Complex Trauma, Personal... Read More
Lorna Stahl Registered Psychotherapist, M.A. Counselling Psychology, Hons B.CY
Mon 3pm-9pm / Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 9am-3pm
Adults, Youth 12+
Areas of Focus: Trauma, Anxiety, Stress, Self-Esteem, Depression, Boundaries, Borderline Personality Disorder
My Style: With a holistic approach to therapy, I recognize that trauma affects the mind, body and spirit. Through various Trauma-Informed approaches, I tailor each session specifically to each clients’ needs. I emphasize a Polyvagal approach to trauma with an emphasis on Nervous System Regulation. I truly believe that creating a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment helps my clients to feel heard, validated and empowered to take charge of their healing journey.
Credentials: Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CCTP-I, M.A. Counselling Psychology, Hons Bachelor C&Y
Mon 3pm-9pm / Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 9am-3pm Adults, Youth 12+ Areas of Focus: Trauma, Anxiety, ... Read More
Taylor Lewis
(She/Her/Hers)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MTA, MT-BC, BFA, BA
Mon, Wed 3pm-9pm / Tues 9am-3pm
Saturday 10am-4pm
Adults, Parents, Teens, Children 9+
Areas of Focus: Complex Trauma, C-PTSD, Neurodivergent (ADHD & Autism), LGBTQ2+, Parent Coaching, Parent & Child Relationship, Behavioural Difficulties, Anxiety, Depression, Identity, Self-Esteem, Emotion Regulation, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety, Postpartum, Suicidal Ideation, Grief, Loss
My Style: I work with trauma and relational experiences. I also have a special interest in the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals.
Credentials Master of Social Work (MSW)
Graduate Diploma Music Therapy
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Music
B.A. Philosophy and Women’s Studies
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mon, Wed 3pm-9pm / Tues 9am-3pm Saturday 10am-4pm Adults, Parents, Teens, Children 9+ Areas of... Read More
Andrew Haselbah MSW, BSW, B.A. Psychology Registered Social Worker Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor
Mon, Thurs 9am-3pm / Wed 3pm-9pm / Sundays - daytime
Adults, Couples, Families, Teens
Focus Areas: Anxiety, OCD, Trauma, Dissociation (including DID), Axis II issues, Mood Issues (Depression), Interpersonal Issues, Relationship Issues, Addictions, Porn/Sexual Addiction, Gun Violence, Domestic Abuse, Grief, Parenting Issues, Family Conflict, Infidelity
Credentials
Registered Social Worker Psychotherapist
Clinical Supervisor
Master of Social Work
Bachelor of Social Work
B.A. Psychology
EMDR I&II
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Gottman Couples Therapy I&II
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Mon, Thurs 9am-3pm / Wed 3pm-9pm / Sundays - daytime Adults, Couples, Families, Teens Focus Ar... Read More
Anna Olech Registered Psychotherapist, M.A.Counselling Psychology, B.A.(Hons) Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour
Anna is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She has experience working with first responders, trauma, personality disorders, mood disorders, relational disorders, OCD, ASD and ADHD.
Anna brings a safe, welcoming, trauma-informed approach, and is interested in a holistic approach to working with the mind, body and emotions.
She works with Adults, Teens 16+ and Couples
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Credentials: Registered Psychotherapist
M.A. Counselling Psychology, B.A. (Hons) Psychology, Neuroscience, & Behaviour
-Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
-Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy Professional (C-DBT)
-Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP)
Anna is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She has experien... Read More
Andrea Didtrek
(She/Her/Hers)
RP, M.A., B.A.
Mon, Thurs 3pm-8pm / Tues, Wed, Fri 9am-3pm
~Adults, Teens 14+, Poly/ENM
Areas of Focus: Trauma, Grief, Loss, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Loneliness, Academic Stress, Perfectionism, Self-Acceptance, People Pleasing, Sexual Violence, Emotional Abuse, Self-Harm, Suicidality, Body Image Self-esteem, Resilience Building.
Credentials
• Registered Psychotherapist - CRPO
• Yorkville University - Master of Arts, Counselling Psychology
• University of Waterloo - Bachelor of Arts, Honours Psychology & Classical Studies
• LivingWorks - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (certificate)
• San’yas Anti-Racism Indigenous Cultural Safety Training Program - Ontario Core Training in Mental Health (certificate)
Mon, Thurs 3pm-8pm / Tues, Wed, Fri 9am-3pm ~Adults, Teens 14+, Poly/ENM Areas of Focus: Trauma... Read More
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