Tina Wilston Therapy

Tina Wilston Therapy Welcome to our companionate therapy practice, where transformation begins. It is about taking care of those in your charge.” – Simon Sinek

As the Clinic Director and Clinical Supervisor at MindSpa, Tina brings a depth of experience in psychotherapy, neurofeedback, and business management to the mental health field. Her leadership focuses on fostering a supportive and innovative environment for therapists while ensuring our clients’ highest standard of care. Tina:

I have dedicated my career to shaping the future of psychotherapy and neurofeedback by mentoring therapists, supervising clinical practice, and leading a thriving group practice. My role extends beyond direct client work—I cultivate a space where mental health professionals can grow, refine their skills, and provide evidence-based interventions that change lives. As a clinical supervisor, I provide guidance and oversight to therapists, helping them navigate complex cases, enhance their clinical competencies, and integrate neurofeedback into their practice. My leadership in training and development ensures that our team stays at the forefront of emerging therapeutic techniques and best practices. As a business leader, I have successfully built and managed a group practice that prioritizes both clinician well-being and client outcomes. My strategic vision has positioned MindSpa as a trusted resource for psychotherapy and neurofeedback, serving a broad community in need of mental health support. Beyond clinic operations, I am a speaker and advocate for mental health awareness, regularly engaging in professional development initiatives, training workshops, and community education. I am committed to reducing stigma, advancing therapeutic innovation, and empowering both clients and clinicians through ongoing learning and collaboration. At MindSpa, my mission is to lead with integrity, inspire growth, and support mental health professionals in delivering transformative care.

“Leadership is not about being in charge.

Yesterday was my last day in the office before the winter holidays.This time of year can hold a lot. Relief. Fatigue. Re...
12/23/2025

Yesterday was my last day in the office before the winter holidays.

This time of year can hold a lot. Relief. Fatigue. Reflection. Quiet heaviness. Sometimes all at once.

In therapy, we often talk about pauses not as stopping points, but as transitions. The nervous system needs moments of settling just as much as it needs moments of effort.

As I step into a brief pause myself, I’m reminded how important it is to model what we encourage others to practice, rest that is intentional, regulated, and without guilt.

If you’re moving into the holidays carrying more than you expected, you’re not doing it wrong. This season can surface a lot, and support doesn’t disappear just because the calendar changes.

Wishing you moments of steadiness, however that looks for you.




As the week winds down, many nervous systems are still holding on.Unwinding often looks like gentle focus.Creative movem...
12/19/2025

As the week winds down, many nervous systems are still holding on.

Unwinding often looks like gentle focus.
Creative movement.
Simple, repetitive actions that give the brain a place to land.

Activities such as drawing, crafting, cooking, or listening to music can help the nervous system shift out of high alert and into a more regulated state. These experiences support rhythm, predictability, and sensory grounding.

If this week felt full, choosing something steady this evening can support regulation.
The nervous system responds to safety and consistency.

A quiet Friday can still be meaningful.


Some books stay with us because they speak to moments when life feels stripped down to essentials.Man’s Search for Meani...
12/18/2025

Some books stay with us because they speak to moments when life feels stripped down to essentials.

Man’s Search for Meaning explores how meaning is shaped through responsibility, values, and how we orient ourselves to life’s demands.

From a therapeutic perspective, this connects closely to how people make sense of their inner world. Meaning offers structure. It gives context. It helps the nervous system organize experience and maintain coherence during periods of uncertainty or transition.

12/16/2025

Can I tell you that you hurt me, without you feeling blamed?

This is something Michelle and I talk about on the MindSpa Podcast.
So often, conflict escalates because one person is sharing impact, while the other is busy defending intention.

Emotional safety changes how conflict works.
It creates space for honesty, repair, and real connection, without turning it into a battle over who’s right.

We sat down with Benslyne Avril, Registered Psychotherapist and counselling professor, to talk about what happens when c...
12/13/2025

We sat down with Benslyne Avril, Registered Psychotherapist and counselling professor, to talk about what happens when couples enter the empty-nest chapter, and suddenly realize they’ve stopped growing together.

From relationship audits to 90-day strategies, this episode explores how high-performing couples can reconnect with clarity, compassion, and purpose.

A thoughtful conversation about connection, change, and designing the next chapter with intention.

🎧 Full episode now live on the MindSpa Podcast.

What happens when you combine psychotherapy with immersive technology?At MindSpa, we’ve been exploring a new way to supp...
12/11/2025

What happens when you combine psychotherapy with immersive technology?

At MindSpa, we’ve been exploring a new way to support nervous system regulation: VR-assisted neurofeedback. It’s a calm, sensory-rich environment that helps the brain shift into more regulated patterns with greater ease.

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been quietly testing this tool behind the scenes. Early experiences have been encouraging, clients describe feeling more grounded, more connected to themselves, and more able to access the therapeutic work.

This isn’t a replacement for therapy. It’s another way to support the brain’s capacity for change.
For people navigating anxiety, burnout, chronic stress, or emotional overwhelm, learning to regulate the nervous system from the inside out can make everything else feel more possible.

We’ll share more soon as we continue refining the experience with our clinical team.
If you’re curious about how this may integrate into therapy and neurofeedback at MindSpa, you’re welcome to reach out for early details.

Snow falling, a warm mug in my hands, two pups pressed right against me, and a candle glowing on my desk. It’s a small s...
12/11/2025

Snow falling, a warm mug in my hands, two pups pressed right against me, and a candle glowing on my desk. It’s a small scene, yet it’s exactly what my nervous system has been asking for lately.

It has been a hard month. The kind that stretches your patience and pulls you in directions you didn’t plan for. I’ve been coming back to a few things that help me stay steady:

I come back to what I can influence.
I make adjustments when something isn’t working.
I map out a plan and follow it with the energy I have that day.

Some days feel organized and spacious.
Some days feel like I’m piecing myself together between responsibilities.

Both kinds of days matter. Both are valid. Both move life forward.

If you’re in a similar season, I hope you find one small thing today that brings your nervous system a little more ease.

A quiet pause can shift the pace of the whole day.When we slow the breath, the body often follows.This small practice he...
12/09/2025

A quiet pause can shift the pace of the whole day.
When we slow the breath, the body often follows.
This small practice helps steady the nervous system and gives the mind a clearer place to land.

Try noticing what changes when you take a few slow breaths and settle into the moment. Calm often shows up when we make room for it

Taking a quiet moment with a puzzle or a simple game can help your mind reset. These activities offer a gentle challenge...
12/06/2025

Taking a quiet moment with a puzzle or a simple game can help your mind reset. These activities offer a gentle challenge that pulls you out of daily stress and into focused, calming problem-solving. It’s a way to rest while staying engaged, a small practice that can support your concentration and emotional balance through the week.

Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.It’s an important reminder that many disabilities aren’t vis...
12/04/2025

Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
It’s an important reminder that many disabilities aren’t visible to the eye, chronic pain, neurodivergence, autoimmune conditions, sensory needs, mental health challenges, and more.

In therapy, this matters.
Invisible experiences change how a person moves through the world, how much energy they have, what they can tolerate, and what feels safe.

My work is to notice these realities, adjust the pace, and create a space where people don’t have to “prove” their challenges to be supported.

Invisible doesn’t mean small.
And it doesn’t make your needs less real.

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At the end of the day, giving yourself a moment to pause can make all the difference.Notice what brought you joy, what c...
12/01/2025

At the end of the day, giving yourself a moment to pause can make all the difference.
Notice what brought you joy, what challenged you, and what you learned about yourself.
Let the reflection be gentle and honest, an anchor that helps you settle your mind before the day ends.

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There’s no “right moment” to seek support for your mental health.Some people reach out when they feel overwhelmed.Some c...
11/28/2025

There’s no “right moment” to seek support for your mental health.

Some people reach out when they feel overwhelmed.
Some come after trying to manage things on their own.
And others reach out simply because something doesn’t feel quite right, even if they can’t explain why.

Therapy isn’t only for moments of crisis.
It can be a space for clarity, grounding, and understanding yourself with support.

If you’re unsure when to seek help, this is your reminder:
You’re allowed to reach out at any stage.

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