Individual Counselling at Authentic Minds
Counselling offered in-person in Guelph, and virtually across Ontario.
Individual counselling is a powerful step toward reclaiming your life and sense of self. It provides a safe space to sort through painful experiences, break free from old patterns, and build skills that truly support your well-being. Many people discover inner resilience, learn how to set boundaries, strengthen relationships, and create healthier ways of coping. Over time, counselling can bring relief, clarity, and the reassurance that you are not defined by your experiences.
What individual psychotherapy
can help with
The options are endless. Below are some of the many struggles individual counselling may help improve:
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Low self-esteem and self-worth
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Stress
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Somatic Symptoms
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Relationship difficulties
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Anger
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Shame
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​Communication difficulties
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Negative and/or intrusive thoughts
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Emotion Dysregulation
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Unhealthy Family Dynamics
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Dissociation
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Mood Disorders
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Trauma
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Self-harm and Suicidal Ideations
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Substance Abuse​
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Coping with a chronic illness or chronic pain
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​Obsessions and Compulsions
How Individual Therapy can help
Here are some of the key advantages of individual counselling
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Exploration and Self-Discovery: Individual counselling helps individuals explore their thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and life experiences. This process of self-discovery can lead to greater self-awareness and a deeper understanding of one's motivations and patterns
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Emotional Regulation: Through counselling, individuals can learn techniques to manage and regulate their emotions more effectively. This can lead to improved coping skills and a better ability to handle stress, anxiety, and other emotional obstacles.
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Skill Development: Therapists teach evidence-based skills and strategies to help individuals navigate life's challenges. These skills might include boundaries, communication, conflict resolution, grounding, distress tolerance, time management, and more.
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Increased Self-Esteem and Confidence: As individuals work through their challenges and gain insights into their strengths and abilities, they often experience an increase in self-esteem and self-confidence. This manifests through reduced self-criticism and increased self-compassion.​
