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Waves Psychotherapy

🌊 Life doesn’t come with calm seas, especially with trauma, anxiety, or perimenopause in the mix. In-person (Ajax) & online

ASL & Tactile accessible

At Waves, I blend creativity, compassion, and holistic care to help you find steadier ground.

01/29/2026

Hello 👋

We are looking for culturally Deaf ASL users to support work focused on life skills, language access, and accessibility.

We are seeking support in two roles:

✨ASL Language Instructor
• Teach American Sign Language (ASL)
• ASL as a first language preferred
• Strong connection to Deaf culture

✨Life Skills Support
• Support focusing on everyday life skills
• Focus on independence and community involvement
• Fluent ASL required
• Culturally Deaf

Formal credentials are welcome, but not required.
Lived experience and community knowledge are valued.

This work supports language access, Deaf culture, and inclusion.

If you are interested or have any questions, please message for more details.

Thank you 💙

01/21/2026

Feeling Lost in the Ontario Mental Health System?

If trying to find mental health support in Ontario has ever left you feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start, you’re not alone. Many people feel stuck, not because they’re doing something wrong, but because the Ontario mental health system is hard to navigate and rarely explained clearly.

A free online educational session, The Ontario Mental Health Maze, is being offered to help people better understand psychotherapy in Ontario, mental health professional roles, and support options in a way that feels calmer and more manageable.

This is not therapy. There’s no pressure or expectations. The goal is simply to help people feel more informed and confident about their next steps.

📅 Wednesday, February 11th
⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM (ET)
💻 Online (Zoom)
💰 Free

👉 Save your spot here:
https://wavestherapy.janeapp.com/locations/waves-online/book #/staff_member/1/treatment/30

No commitments. Just hope this helps others navigate and access any support needed 💛

10/28/2025

That loss hit harder than many may have expected.

It’s strange how something that doesn’t directly involve us
can still leave us sitting there with that familiar heaviness.

Many of us felt it... the breath we didn’t realize we were holding,
the tension in our shoulders, or that quiet (or loud) ugh when this one slipped away.

That’s disappointment showing up in real time.

If you slow down and turn your attention inward, you will notice that our bodies react long before our minds make sense of it.

And that’s where awareness comes in.

That pause when we notice the impact

We’re tense, we’re holding our breath, we’re feeling it.

That’s where regulation begins.

Not by shutting it down,
but by noticing what’s happening underneath it.

Awareness softens the edges.

It can help us come back to balance,
back to calm,
back to ourselves.

This game is over, and more are on the way...so...

How will you find balance when feeling emotionally overwhelmed?

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10/18/2025

🌸 World Menopause Day 🌸

Day 1 of the National Menopause Conference did not disappoint, and yes, I came prepared with my purse fan and layered outfit (thankfully, because it was getting hot in there 🔥).

From learning about KNDy neurons (those fiery little brain cells behind the heat waves) and phantom smells, to exploring pelvic health, juiciness, trampoline confidence, and pain-free $ex, the science and conversations were incredible!

Hearing from inspiring voices like Sophie Grégoire Trudeau reminded me how vital it is to keep breaking the silence and empowering women through this transition.

These insights will directly enhance my work with clients, helping me provide deeper, more holistic support for the emotional, physical, and relational shifts that come with perimenopause and menopause. 💜

Menopause isn’t the end of vitality. It’s a chance to reclaim your rhythm, your confidence, and your sparkle. ✨

10/11/2025

This Season Carries More Than We See

This time of year can be especially challenging - beneath crowded calendars and bright lights, many carry stress, overwhelm, family tension, and hidden burdens.

We just passed World Mental Health Day (October 10), a reminder that emotional well-being matters every single day.

Sometimes people hide their pain behind a smile, presenting “fine” to the world while suffering quietly inside. If someone in your life seems distant, unreachable, or in distress, don’t assume silence is safer.

In situations where you notice warning signs - or especially if there’s a known history of mental health struggle, threats, or attempts - you can request a wellness check from police. This is a way to ensure their safety when you can’t get to them yourself.

Yes, calling for help may lead to hurt, anger, or broken trust. That risk is real. But your concern, your courage to act - that often matters more than the fear of consequences. Because doing nothing may cost more than any fallout: it may allow someone’s suffering to escalate.

Many suffer in silence. You may not be able to “fix” their pain. But you can be here - waiting, ready, present - when they are prepared for your support.

Your choice to care may be the very thing that saves them.

10/07/2025

When life feels overwhelming, finding calm shouldn’t feel impossible. 🌿

Waves Psychotherapy brings over 25 years of experience helping individuals find calm, motivation, and clarity in a chaotic world.

We integrate psychodynamic and evidence-based therapy with somatic awareness, art therapy, and practical tools that you can use beyond each session — creating real, lasting change.
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✨ In-person sessions in Ajax, including Shoreline Sessions, and virtual therapy across Ontario
✨ Inclusive | Trauma-informed | Neurodiverse-affirming
🤟 Accessible in American Sign Language (ASL)
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You deserve calm, clarity, and confidence.

Book your free consultation today at www.wavestherapy.ca

💌 wellness@wavestherapy.ca
📲416-999-6071

09/24/2025

🍂 When Cozy Isn’t Enough: The Emotional Side of Fall

Fall is a season we picture in soft tones: sweaters, spice, golden leaves, and cozy nights. But for many, autumn also brings heaviness. Shorter days can lower energy, routines feel overwhelming, and quiet grief often surfaces in unexpected ways.

This grief is not always tied to loss. It can be the ache of children growing older, the end of summer freedom, or the strain of family transitions. For some, it is sharper, a reminder of loved ones no longer here, or the weight of illness and change.

The truth is, fall mental health matters. Just as the season shifts, so do we. Naming and sharing these feelings, creating rituals of support, and finding small ways to connect can soften the load.

If this fall feels heavier than expected, know you are not alone. There is strength in letting go, and growth on the other side of grief.

👉 Read the full blog here: https://www.wavestherapy.ca/post/fall-mental-health-grief-growth

08/20/2025

Not quite feeling like yourself lately?

Maybe you're overwhelmed, burnt out, or just tired of holding everything together.

Waves Psychotherapy offers a supportive space to help you reconnect with yourself and feel more like you again.

✨ New evening and weekend sessions now available

✨ Virtual therapy across Ontario

✨ In-person sessions in Ajax

✨ Covered by most insurance plans

✨️ Sessions available in English and Sign Language (CASLI member)

You don’t have to keep pushing through.

Visit wavestherapy.ca for more information or to book a consultation.

06/25/2025

Feeling stuck? Tired of holding it all together?
Therapy isn’t about fixing you... It’s about healing with honesty, not pressure.

Whether you're navigating anxiety, burnout, parenting stress, or just trying to feel like yourself again, support is here... gently, naturally, and in your own rhythm.

🌿 In-person (Ajax & GTA)
🌿 Virtual across Ontario
🌿 English & ASL
🌿 Covered by most insurance plans

Let’s start where you are.
www.wavestherapy.ca | | 416-999-6071

05/26/2025

Imperfectly Worthy

🌿Breaking the Cycle of Perfectionism and Burnout🌿

If you’ve ever felt like you had to be perfect to be enough ~ you’re not alone.

Perfectionism can be more than a mindset. For many of us, it’s a survival response rooted in trauma, shaped by early relationships, and reinforced by a society that profits from our exhaustion.

In this post, we explore:

✨ How perfectionism affects the nervous system
✨ The psychology of unrelenting standards and approval-seeking
✨ A polyvagal-based mindfulness practice you can try today
✨ Gentle healing rituals, healing of creativity, and sensory support

Read the full article: https://www.wavestherapy.ca/post/imperfectly-worthy-breaking-the-cycle-of-perfectionism-and-burnout

At Waves Psychotherapy, I offer inclusive, trauma-informed support in both ASL and English, with specialties in:

✨Self-esteem & identity
✨Perfectionism & burnout
✨Parental & perinatal mental health

Connect with me at wellness@wavestherapy.ca
Learn more: wavestherapy.ca

You don’t have to carry this alone. Let’s start where you are.

05/05/2025

Friday at Mayfest did not disappoint. 🤟

Mayfest is an annual celebration of Deaf culture and community in Toronto, filled with performances, vendors, and connections that bring people together through language and shared experience.

Reconnected with familiar faces, surrounded by the rhythm of shared language and culture.

From my first ASL class at 14 to working as an interpreter and now offering therapy in both ASL and English, it’s always been about access, connection, and community.

I love this community... its energy, connection, and deep sense of pride.

03/24/2025

🌊Shoreline Sessions – Therapy That Moves With You 🌊

Therapy doesn’t have to mean sitting in a chair under fluorescent lights.

🌊 Shoreline Sessions offer a refreshing, flexible approach. They blend mindfulness, movement (if desired), and meaningful conversation in a calming outdoor space. Whether you prefer to walk, stroll, sit, or roll, your session adapts to you.

📍 Held in various locations in the Durham Region, along the shores of Lake Ontario and other accessible natural spaces, offering a peaceful setting for relaxation, reflection, and healing.

💬 Sessions available in English & ASL because therapy should be accessible in the language that feels most comfortable to you.

Who is this for?

🌿 Parents juggling it all, needing a moment to breathe. (Yes, you can bring your child—strollers welcome!)

🌿 Burnt-out professionals craving clarity and calm.

🌿 Trauma survivors looking for a space that feels safe and grounding.

🌿 Neurodivergent individuals who need therapy that respects their unique needs.

🌿 Anyone who struggles to process emotions, communicate, or feel comfortable in traditional therapy settings.

🌿 People with diverse abilities who benefit from a flexible, adaptable, and inclusive therapy space.

What makes Shoreline Sessions different?

✔ Therapy beyond four walls—whether you walk, stroll, or roll, sessions are designed for your comfort.

✔ A space that respects you—no need to conform to rigid expectations.

✔ Accessible & inclusive—sessions available in English and ASL, with flexibility for mobility, sensory, and communication needs.

✔ Calming outdoor settings—with multiple Durham Region locations, we’ll find a spot that works for you.

✔ Flexible options—if the weather doesn’t cooperate, we’ll move indoors or meet virtually.

✔ Covered by many benefits plans.

Curious if this is right for you? Let’s connect.

📩 More info & booking: wavestherapy.ca

📧 Email: wellness@wavestherapy.ca

Healing should feel right, not rigid. Let’s find what works for you.

Send a 🌊 if this sounds like the therapy approach you’ve been looking for!

Address

15 Bayly Street West, Suite 250
Ajax, ON
L1S7E7

Website

http://www.wavestherapy.ca/

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