Are you navigating through life’s challenges and feeling unsure of where to turn? Do anxiety, depression, grief, or burnout leave you feeling stuck and searching for a way forward?
Are you seeking a compassionate, professional therapist who will honor your story and empower you to make meaningful changes? If so, Tanya is here to help.
With over 15 years of clinical experience as a Registered Social Worker, Tanya offers a gentle, client-centered approach to psychotherapy. Tanya believes in meeting each client where they are, understanding their unique story, and fostering an environment of balance and support. Her goal is to empower you to make positive changes toward living your most optimal life.
Approach to Therapy
Tanya’s therapeutic style is rooted in a holistic, person-centered framework, which means she tailors her approach to fit your specific needs and goals.
Tanya integrates a range of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns to create healthier behaviors and emotional responses.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Focuses on building skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Emphasizes your strengths and resources to create practical, future-focused solutions.
- Mindfulness-Based Methods: Encourages present-moment awareness to reduce stress and improve emotional well-being.
- Motivational Interviewing: Helps you identify and strengthen your motivation for positive change.
Through these modalities, Tanya collaborates with her clients to create an individualized path toward healing, ensuring that therapy aligns with your values, preferences, and desired outcomes. Tanya’s approach is compassionate and non-judgmental, providing you with a safe space to explore your emotions, challenges, and goals.
Areas of Specialty
Tanya specializes in working with adults (18+) who are experiencing:
- Anxiety: Helping clients manage symptoms, understand triggers, and develop coping strategies to reduce stress.
- Depression and Mood Disorders: Providing tools to improve mood, manage negative thought patterns, and foster emotional balance.
- Grief and Loss: Supporting individuals through the pain of losing a loved one, relationship, or life role.
- Significant Life Changes: Assisting clients with navigating transitions such as career changes, retirement, or relationship challenges.
- Interpersonal Issues: Helping clients improve communication, set boundaries, and build stronger relationships.
- Caregiver Burnout: Supporting caregivers in finding balance, self-care, and strategies to prevent emotional exhaustion.
While each client’s life circumstances and experiences are unique, Tanya firmly believes that every individual has the capacity to achieve their most optimal life when they are provided with the necessary tools, support, and opportunity to feel heard.
Therapy in French
Tanya is proud to offer therapy in French, allowing Francophone clients to express themselves in their preferred language. She recognizes the importance of cultural and linguistic sensitivity in creating a comfortable therapeutic environment.
Professional Background
Tanya’s career spans over 15 years, during which she has gained diverse experience in a variety of mental health settings. Her journey as a social worker has included:
- Individual Therapy in Family Health Teams: Supporting clients with diverse mental health needs in a primary care setting.
- Work with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness: Providing care for individuals in hospital and community settings.
- Specialty Mental Health Services: Currently, Tanya works in a specialty mental health hospital, where she provides community-based treatment for clients navigating a range of mental health challenges.
Tanya’s professional background equips her with a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health and the skills needed to support individuals in a compassionate, practical, and effective way.
Education and Advanced Training
Tanya’s commitment to professional growth and lifelong learning is reflected in her academic achievements and specialized training. She holds the following degrees:
- Bachelor of Arts in Gerontology
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Work
In addition, Tanya has received advanced training in several therapeutic modalities, including:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Brief Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
Her dedication to professional development ensures that Tanya’s practice is informed by the latest evidence-based approaches in mental health care.
What to Expect in Therapy with Tanya
Tanya is committed to creating a supportive, collaborative environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions. In your sessions, Tanya will take the time to truly understand your unique story and the challenges you are facing. She will guide you with compassion and respect, focusing on your strengths and helping you identify practical tools to move forward.
Therapy with Tanya is a partnership. She works alongside her clients, empowering them to take an active role in their healing journey. Whether you’re seeking support for anxiety, depression, grief, or a life transition, Tanya’s gentle and holistic approach will help you build the skills and confidence needed to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and resilience.
Why Choose Tanya?
With a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to client care, Tanya offers a unique blend of expertise, empathy, and practical support. Here’s why clients choose to work with Tanya:
- Extensive Experience: Over 15 years of clinical practice specializing in mental health.
- Holistic Approach: A focus on the whole person—mind, body, and emotions—tailored to your unique needs.
- Multilingual Services: Therapy available in both English and French.
- Evidence-Based Modalities: Expertise in CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and other proven therapeutic approaches.
- Warm and Compassionate Care: A gentle, non-judgmental approach that fosters trust and collaboration.
- Culturally Sensitive Practice: Acknowledgment of the diverse experiences and values of every individual.
Outside of Work
When Tanya is not providing therapy, she enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and children. Tanya finds joy and relaxation in activities like yoga, cycling, cooking, and spending time on the beautiful waters of Georgian Bay. These personal pursuits help Tanya maintain her own sense of balance, which she brings into her therapeutic work with clients.
If you’re ready to begin your journey toward greater well-being, Tanya is here to support you every step of the way. Reaching out for help is a courageous act, and Tanya will provide the tools and guidance you need to create meaningful change in your life.
Fees
$135.00 per 60 minute session
All session fees are prorated based on the length of the session