AMES Therapy

02/04/2026

Part of my practice while I was in BC was incorporating in morning walks.

🥾Morning walks combine movement, breath, light and environment to support regulation. Even brief walks can help the body orient toward safety before daily stress builds.

☀️Natural light supports circadian rhythms, which influence mood regulation, energy levels and sleep quality. Brief exposure can have a stabilizing effect.

☯️Bilateral movement from walking activates both sides of your body, supporting intervention and grounding. This is one of the reasons why movement is paired with EMDR approaches.

All in all, morning movement helps reduce mental rumination and increases cognitive flexibility. This creates space between thoughts and reactions.

In Ontario, you can find me practicing this indoors until the weather warms!

02/02/2026

Healthy boundaries aren’t walls.

They’re bridges between what you need and how you stay connected.

Healthy boundaries can look like:
• Saying no without over-explaining
• Not taking responsibility for others’ emotions
• Asking for space without guilt
• Letting yourself change your mind
• Choosing rest without earning it

If boundaries feel uncomfortable, it doesn’t mean you’re doing them wrong.

It often means you were taught to prioritize safety through people-pleasing or over-giving.

Boundaries are a practice — not a personality trait.

NatureBasedTherapy

01/29/2026

Many people (me included) notice they feel calmer around their pets.

There’s a reason for this!

From a polyvagal perspective, pets support co-regulation. Their steady presence, rhythmic breathing, warmth and predicted behaviour send cues of safety to the nervous system.

This can help lower stress, slow heart rate and reduce emotional activation.

In daily life, this looks like:

🐶 Sitting with your pet after a stressful day
🐱 Petting or brushing them mindfully
🐰 Noticing your breathing matching theirs

These moments are biologically regulating.

If you have a puppy, forget everything here and book a session today 😂

Hug your pet today!

01/25/2026

Snow often brings nostalgia—sometimes warm, sometimes painful.

It can activate childhood memories, unresolved grief, or emotional needs that were never met. These experiences don’t mean you’re “going backward”; they mean your nervous system is remembering.

EMDR therapy is particularly effective in helping process past experiences that still show up in the present.

❄️You don’t have to relive the past to heal it.❄️

01/25/2026

Being snowed in offers a unique, forced pause from the frantic pace of daily life, making it an ideal time to reflect on mental health and consider therapy. The quietude, isolation, and slowing of time provide a natural container for introspection, allowing people to look inward, process emotions, and address long-standing issues that are often buried by daily routines.

I’m Amy, a trauma therapist, currently taking new online clients from anywhere in Ontario. My approach is to first help clients build strategies and new understandings of self for the present day. After a few of these sessions, once the therapeutic rapport is built, we get down to the trauma, grief, or childhood roots of the challenges that brought you to reach out. I use EMDR to help you move through intense emotions, visuals, or body sensations that are attached to these memories, clearing the way for more adaptive information to attach to these memories. This doesn’t minimize your life experiences but removes the intensity from your reaction to them.

If you have experienced significant loss or medical trauma, been involved in a traumatic situation or have childhood memories that still make things hard for you today, AND you are ready to move past traditional talk therapy, reach out to me and let’s walk down this healing path together.

519-496-7443
amyh@amestherapy.ca
www.amestherapy.ca

12/19/2025

09/10/2025

🌟 Are you looking for a unique, holistic way to boost your self-awareness, find emotional healing, and connect more deeply with yourself? We’re thrilled to invite you to a Transformative Equine-Assisted Theraoy Intensive happening on October 18, 2025!

This special day combines the gentle guidance of horses with expert-led therapy and awareness components. You’ll work with a licensed RSW/MSW psychotherapist (me!!) to explore how understanding your nervous system can help you better understand yourself. A portion of the day will focus on self-regulation, healing, and somatic experiencing, giving you practical tools to manage stress, release emotional blockages, and cultivate inner calm.

What to Expect:
Engaging activities with horses to foster trust, confidence, and self-awareness
Insights from a licensed therapist on how your nervous system impacts your emotions and behaviors
Techniques to practice self-regulation, healing, and somatic awareness in a supportive environment.

And the good news: Some or all of this could be eligible for insurance coverage! We recommend checking with your provider about possible reimbursement options.

Whether you're new to this work or curious about how horses and therapy can help you grow, this is a powerful opportunity to embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing.

Check out my website site and booking page for registration info or call me at 519-496-7443.

https://www.amestherapy.ca/equine-therapy

Details:

📅 Date: Oct 18, 2025
📍 Location: 686116 Oxford 2, Woodstock, ON N4S7V9
⏰ Time: 10 am - 4:30 pm
💫 Open to all seeking personal growth, emotional clarity, and a deeper understanding of themselves

Limited spots available! Reserve your place today and take a meaningful step toward a healthier, more resilient you.

Feel free to email me at amyh@amestherapy.ca with questions or for more details. Or call/text 519-496-7443

We can’t wait to see you there! 🐴

09/07/2025

🍂✨ Welcoming Fall & New Clients! ✨🍂

As the leaves change and we transition into a slower, more reflective season, it’s the perfect moment to prioritize your mental wellness. I am now accepting new clients for my psychotherapy practice, specializing in trauma, grief, and loss.

I'm fully trained in EMDR, CBT, and Somatic work as well as other trauma focused approaches, which enhance my ability to support clients on thier healing journey.

I offer online sessions, outdoor therapy in nature (with the talk trailer!) in Oxford County and KW/Cambridge. In certain circumstances, I can come to your home. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore, heal, and grow.

Feel free to share this post with your friends and family. Your referrals and shares truly mean the world to me and help more people find the help they deserve.

Wishing everyone a happy, healthy, and peaceful fall season 🍁— a time to slow down, embrace routine, and find beauty in every moment, no matter the season of life.

Thank you for your support! 💙

www.amestherapy.ca

08/28/2025

We’re excited to invite you to the Guardian Network Training — a FREE, community-focused workshop on su***de prevention tailored for the agriculture community. Let’s come together to support our families, friends, neighbors, clients, and coworkers.

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
🕘 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Knox United Church, 116 Kincardine St., Embro, ON

🍽️ Lunch sponsored by ADM

What you’ll gain:
Free su***de prevention training tailored for agriculture
Practical tools to support others in your network
A chance to connect with local partners and resources

Registration is limited — secure your spot today:

https://io9lude6dc6.typeform.com/to/Xb6376x2?typeform-source=qrcode-button

Share with friends, colleagues, and anyone who might benefit. If you have questions, comment below or DM us.

06/09/2025

🌿✨ Today’s walk-in talk therapy morning sessions were brought to clients by the colour green!!!

Check out the vibrant green trees and lush ferns and thriving bushes along the trail. 🌳💚

There’s something truly healing about immersing ourselves in nature — it reduces stress, enhances mood, and reconnects us with our inner peace. Nature-based interventions like walk and talk therapy can be a powerful addition to traditional psychotherapy, offering a serene space for reflection and growth.

If you’re looking to experience the healing power of nature firsthand, I invite you to book a session with me. Let’s walk, talk, and reconnect in the peaceful beauty of the outdoors. 🌿💫

Take the step toward greater well-being — your healing journey starts here.

Photo credit to an AMES Therapy client!

06/03/2025

🌿 Healing is a Journey, Not a Destination 🌿

If you don’t prioritize your healing, it will show up in every part of your life — often when you least expect it. 💫

✨ Your reactions to certain events
✨ Your physical health
✨ Your thoughts and feelings
✨ What you can tolerate from others
✨ Your relationships with loved ones
✨ The way you talk to yourself
✨ The quality of your decisions

Healing isn’t just about fixing what’s broken; it’s about nurturing your inner peace, understanding yourself, and creating a life rooted in authenticity. 💖

Take time for YOU. Your future self will thank you. 🌟

05/26/2025

💕Healthy boundaries are easier when you’re supported. Surround yourself with people who respect your limits and encourage your healing. Seek out communities or friends who listen without judgment.
Strategy: Share your boundaries with trusted people first. If someone pushes back or responds negatively, stay calm and restate your boundary without guilt or apology. Over time, supportive people will honor your needs.
Expect pushback: Some may be resistant or surprised. That’s normal. Your job is to stay consistent—don’t over-explain, just calmly reinforce your boundary.
Need help? Call or text 519-496-7443 or email amyh@amestherapy.ca.