Compassion COunselling Services
Helping individuals and couples understand and accept their specific emotional needs through compassion.
Hi! My name Is Mandy
Registered Psychotherapist | Practice Owner
Welcome to Compassion Counselling Services. I’m glad you’re here!
I believe therapy should be a space where you feel safe to slow down, explore what you’re experiencing, and better understand yourself. My approach is grounded in compassion and empathy, while drawing from evidence-based practices to support you in working toward your goals.
Together, we can explore things like grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, and the patterns that may be affecting how you feel and connect with others.
Take some time to explore the site, and if you have any questions, I’d love to hear from you. Click “Let’s Chat” to get in touch.
You don't have to have it all figured out.
Sometimes you know exactly why you're looking for therapy. Other times, you just know that something doesn't feel right.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure of where to begin. You don't need to have the right words or a clear idea of what you need before starting therapy. We can figure that out together.
You may be looking for support with:
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Racing thoughts, worry, stress, or feeling overwhelmed.
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Understanding, expressing, and making space for difficult emotions.
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Exploring how you see yourself and the beliefs you may carry about who you are.
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Communication, conflict, connection, trust, and recurring relationship patterns.
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Navigating change, uncertainty, identity, or feeling stuck.
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Making sense of loss and the emotions that come with it.
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Understanding what your anger may be communicating and what may be underneath it.
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Understanding how past experiences may continue to affect you today. -
Recognizing your needs and learning to communicate them with others. -
When you know something needs to change but aren't sure how to move forward.
A little about me
I believe therapy isn't one-size-fits-all.
My approach is eclectic, meaning I draw from different therapeutic approaches and adapt our work based on what you need. I want to understand how you see the world, what has shaped you, and what you're experiencing now.
Therapy may involve asking questions you don't often get the opportunity to ask yourself, slowing down to notice what you're feeling, or exploring patterns that have developed throughout your life.
Above all, I want therapy to be a space where you can show up as you are — without judgment, and with compassion.
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Sessions are a space to slow down, talk openly, and explore what you're experiencing. I'll offer questions, guidance, and support while giving you room to process things at your own pace.
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Not at all. You don't need to have everything figured out before coming to therapy. We can start wherever you are and work together to understand what's going on and what you need.
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That's okay. You don't need to know exactly what you need before reaching out. A 15-minute consultation gives us a chance to talk about what's bringing you here, answer any questions, and see whether working together feels like a good fit.
What does a session with me look like?
Sessions are a space to slow down, talk through what's happening, and begin making sense of what you're experiencing. Sometimes that means asking questions you haven't had the opportunity to ask yourself. Sometimes it means understanding where a feeling or pattern comes from. And sometimes it simply means having someone sit with you while you work through something difficult.
I provide guidance and questions when they're helpful, while giving you space to explore what feels important to you.
We'll work together to understand what you need and what might help.
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Individual Counselling
Individual therapy offers a space that is yours.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, struggling with anxiety, navigating a life transition, working through past experiences, or simply wanting to better understand yourself, therapy can provide space to slow down and explore what is happening beneath the surface.
We'll work together at a pace that feels manageable, with the understanding that your needs may change over time.
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Couples Counselling
Relationships can become stuck in patterns that are difficult to understand or change on your own.
My couples work is informed by the Gottman Method and focuses on understanding the patterns within your relationship, improving communication, and building greater connection and understanding.
Our process typically begins with a couples session, followed by individual sessions with each partner, before returning to couples work.
The individual sessions aren't about deciding who is right or wrong. They give us an opportunity to understand each person's history, experiences, needs, and the patterns they bring into the relationship.
WHERE I WORK
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In Person
FERGUS NATUROPATHIC CLINIC
In-person appointments are available in Fergus on select days.
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Online
COMPASSION COUNSELLING SERVICES
Virtual individual therapy is available across Ontario.
