Karen is a graduate of the Laurentian University Social Work Program (Honours) and is trained in providing individual and group psychotherapy specific to trauma, addictions (substances and behavioural), mental health, suicide prevention, and concurrent disorders to an adult client group. With over 30 years experience, she employs several therapy modalities to help you reach your personal wellness goals. From her own lived experience and countless interactions with clients, Karen believes that healing is a “whole person” process that includes identifying and addressing root causes, incorporating spiritual connections and mindfulness, and embracing each individual’s strengths and abilities. Karen is honoured to join her clients as they navigate their path to wellness, celebrating their growth along the way. Within her practice, she focuses on mood regulation, emotional intelligence, trigger identification and navigation, and developing transitional pathways. Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, self-doubt, imposter syndrome, shame, grief and loss, anger, or a sense of disconnection and isolation, she approaches your journey as a partner in your growth, providing a space where you can feel seen, heard, accepted and validated. Outside her professional world, she enjoy spending time with family and friends, gardening, working with her dog (a gregarious golden doodle pup with sassiness), and exploring thrift shops and yard sales for treasures for her home. Karen practices mindfulness, meditation, breathwork and grounding every day and enjoy sharing these experiences and practices with others. Karen look forward to exploring and creating a connection with new clients.

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Alida is completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. She also obtained her Social Service Worker Diploma from Canadore College and a Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Psychology from Nipissing University. She was with Hands thefamilyhelpnetwork.ca for 10 years working in Live-in Treatment Services, the Lotus Youth Centre and for the Child and Youth Crisis Line. Alida has extensive experience working with children and youth with ADHD, ASD, anxiety and depression. She has training in Play Therapy, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, CBT and DBT. She lives in South River with her husband, has 6 children and 2 rescue dogs, Piper and Skye.

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Amy Freeman is a Therapist and is Registered as Social Service Worker. Amy has graduated from Laurentian University with a Hon. Bachelor of Psychology Degree. She has over 8 years of experience in the field providing support and therapy to Children, Youth, Adults, Couple’s, and Families.

Amy provides a safe, empathetic, and non-judgemental space when seeing clients of all ages who need Individual Therapy, Couple’s Therapy, or Family Therapy. Amy provides Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Play Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.

Amy provides guidance to help you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, and develops strategies with you to help you make positive changes in your life. Amy helps clients to overcome the challenges they are facing and helps you to make obtainable goals while providing coping mechanisms to help clients better manage their feelings of anxiety, anger, sadness, or depression.

In her free time, she enjoys writing books, doing yoga and meditation, and spending time with her family and friends.

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I believe healing happens when we honour the full spectrum of our being—emotional, spiritual, and physical. My understanding of this holistic relationship was profoundly shaped by a personal health crisis, which led me to seek psychotherapy to address the emotional causes of my illness. That transformative experience inspired my path toward becoming a psychotherapist—so I could support others navigating similar challenges. I pursued studies in Existential-Integrative Psychotherapy and obtained a graduate certificate in psychotherapy from the Toronto Centre for Psychotherapy and Counselling Education (TCPCE). I also hold a Bachelor of Arts in Art and Art History from the University of Toronto.

I am currently a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their concerns and be their authentic selves. I draw from a range of modalities—including CBT, parts work, art therapy, client-centered, psychodynamic, attachment-based, somatic, and transpersonal approaches—tailored to meet each individual’s needs. My work is also informed by years of experience in meditation, mindfulness, and energy medicine. I am dedicated to helping my clients heal trauma, release shame, and uncover the emotional causes of illness, so they can reclaim their self-worth, speak with confidence, strengthen their relationships, and foster spiritual development. I’m currently accepting new clients for virtual sessions. Book your free 15-minute consultation today and begin your healing journey.

Specialties: Individuals 16+ Anxiety & Stress Depression Chronic Illness Low self-esteem & Shame Emotional/Physical/Sexual Abuse Trauma & PTSD Assertiveness Boundaries Relationship Issues Family Conflict Codependency Life Transitions ADHD Spirituality

Therapeutic Approaches: CBT Psychodynamic Client-Centered Somatic Transpersonal/Spiritual Attachment-Based Parts Work Mindfulness Art Therapy

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Grant McPherson Therapist in Training I Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (In Progress, Yorkville University) Providing In-Person and Virtual Sessions for Individuals Ages 12+

Grant McPherson brings warmth, compassion, and insight to his role as a Therapist in Training at Healing Connections Psychotherapy. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Nipissing University, with minors in Social Welfare and Business Administration, and is currently completing his Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology through Yorkville University.

Grant supports individuals aged 12 and up, offering a grounded, client-centered approach to concerns such as anxiety, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions. His personal and professional journey has given him a deep respect for the courage it takes to seek support—and he’s committed to creating a space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to rewrite their stories.

Grant draws on evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Choice Theory, tailoring his approach to meet the unique needs of each client. He believes that every person is the expert of their own experience, and his role is to walk alongside them, offering perspective and tools that foster self-awareness, clarity, and healing.

Whether you’re a teen navigating the pressures of growing up or an adult working through relationship dynamics, Grant is here to help you reconnect with your strengths and move toward what matters most.

*Now accepting new clients for both in-person and virtual sessions.

Book your free 15-minute consultation with Grant today and take the first step toward meaningful change.

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Karen Schiavone brings a compassionate and holistic presence to Healing Connection Psychotherapy. As a Reiki Master, Sound Practitioner, and Medium, Karen offers clients the opportunity to explore complementary wellness experiences that support relaxation, self-awareness, and balance.

Rooted in the belief that healing involves the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—Karen provides non-clinical, trauma-informed wellness services designed to enhance overall well-being. Through the gentle practice of Reiki, she supports clients in accessing deep states of calm and restoring energetic balance. Her sound healing sessions, incorporating bowls, drums, and tuning forks, create immersive vibrational experiences that promote grounding and inner harmony. As a Medium, she offers intuitive insights that can encourage reflection and personal growth.

Karen’s approach is always respectful of professional boundaries and intended to complement, not replace, psychotherapy or medical care. Clients often describe her sessions as restorative and calming, helping them feel more centered and at ease.

At Healing Connection Psychotherapy, Karen’s role is to provide safe, non-invasive, and holistic wellness services that can support nervous system regulation and deepen the client’s overall sense of well-being—while maintaining a clear distinction from the practice of psychotherapy.

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