Matatoa Counselling

Matatoa Counselling I offer Individual, Couples, Family, and Group Therapy in person (Sunderland, Ontario) and virtually.

When you can see the negative dance that you are your partner keep getting stuck in, you have options to change the musi...
03/18/2026

When you can see the negative dance that you are your partner keep getting stuck in, you have options to change the music.
If you want one practical move this week: pick one repair line and keep it ready.

“Can we start over?”

“I got defensive. I’m listening now.”

“I think we got caught up in our dance again. I really want to hear you.”

Not a magic spell—just a way to soften the edge so the real conversation can happen.

May 2–3 Couples Weekend Retreat: You will be able to identify your dance and slow things down; move from conflict to closeness (link in bio / Book Now).

Small group (3–6 couples), limited spots.

Can’t do May 2–3? Join the waitlist (www.matatoa.org).

Prefer 1:1? Book a consult (www.matatoa.org).

Please don’t share personal details in comments/DMs. For support, book a consult via the link in bio.

🐴 Experience Connection Like Never Before at Hold Me Tight with Horses 🐴Looking to deepen your relationship and build la...
03/17/2026

🐴 Experience Connection Like Never Before at Hold Me Tight with Horses 🐴

Looking to deepen your relationship and build lasting emotional bonds? Hold Me Tight with Horses is a unique, hands-on workshop that blends Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) with the healing power of horses. EFT, backed by decades of research, focuses on strengthening emotional connection and improving communication in relationships. Horses, with their sensitivity to human emotions, act as powerful mirrors to help you recognize and shift emotional patterns.

Whether you're looking to reconnect or strengthen your bond, this workshop provides a safe, supportive space to explore and grow, with the help of our equine partners.

Spaces are limited—join us today for a transformative experience!

For more info and to register, visit www.matatoa.org/hmt💕🐎

03/16/2026

Hold Me Tight® with Horses is running May 2–3.
Hold Me Tight® is a well-researched couples program developed by Dr. Sue Johnson (EFT).
We’ve paired it with horse exercises to help you slow down, stay present, and reconnect.
Details + registration at Matatoa.org.



Hold Me Tight® is a registered trademark of Sue Johnson Inc.

Most couples don’t fight because they’re “bad at communication.”They fight because something deeper feels shaky—usually ...
03/13/2026

Most couples don’t fight because they’re “bad at communication.”
They fight because something deeper feels shaky—usually one of these questions:

Do I matter to you?

Are you there for me?

Can I count on you?

EFT (Couples Therapy) and Hold Me Tight® with Horses (Group) helps you name what’s underneath the conflict—so it becomes both of you vs the pattern, not you vs each other.

May 2–3 Couples Weekend Retreat: find out more + apply (link in bio / Book Now).
Small group (3–6 couples), limited spots.

Can’t do May 2–3? Join the waitlist for future retreat weekends (link in bio).
Prefer to start 1:1? Book a consult (www.matatoa.org).

Please don’t share personal details in comments/DMs. For support, book a consult (www.matatoa.org)

Hold Me Tight® is a registered trademark of Sue Johnson Inc.

03/09/2026

One of the most helpful ideas in EFT is this: the problem usually isn’t your partner… and it isn’t even you.
It’s the cycle you get stuck in together.
When you can see the pattern (instead of blaming each other), you can start moving from conflict to closeness.

Nature isn’t magic. It’s just a calmer setting that helps people slow down enough to reconnect and repair.May 2–3 retrea...
03/06/2026

Nature isn’t magic. It’s just a calmer setting that helps people slow down enough to reconnect and repair.

May 2–3 retreat: Find out more + apply (link in bio / Book Now). Small group, limited spots.

Waitlist for future retreats if May doesn’t work.

Same fight on repeat usually isn’t “bad communication.” It’s the same pattern.May 2–3 retreat: Find out more + apply (li...
03/04/2026

Same fight on repeat usually isn’t “bad communication.” It’s the same pattern.

May 2–3 retreat: Find out more + apply (link in bio / Book Now). Small group, limited spots.

Can’t do May 2–3? Waitlist for future retreats (link in bio).

Most couples aren’t fighting about the “𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰.” They’re stuck in a cycle that shows up when stress hits.EFT / Hold Me Ti...
03/02/2026

Most couples aren’t fighting about the “𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰.” They’re stuck in a cycle that shows up when stress hits.

EFT / Hold Me Tight® work helps shift from you vs me to both vs the pattern.

May 2–3 retreat: Find out more + apply (link in bio / Book Now). Small group (3–5 couples), limited spots.

Can’t do May 2–3? Join the waitlist for future retreat weekends (link in bio).

Prefer 1:1? Book a consult (link in bio).

Hold Me Tight® is a registered trademark of Sue Johnson Inc.

Reconnect. Rebuild. Rediscover each other.Join us May 2 & 3 for Hold Me Tight with Horses — a powerful couples workshop ...
02/25/2026

Reconnect. Rebuild. Rediscover each other.

Join us May 2 & 3 for Hold Me Tight with Horses — a powerful couples workshop blending Emotionally Focused Therapy with guided equine experiences.

Deepen connection, strengthen trust, and step out of negative cycles in a supportive, experiential setting.

Spots are limited. Email matatoa12345@gmail.com or go to www.matatoa.org/hmt for details or to register. 🐴💕

Reconnect. Rebuild. Rediscover each other.Join us May 2 & 3 for Hold Me Tight with Horses — a powerful couples workshop ...
02/23/2026

Reconnect. Rebuild. Rediscover each other.

Join us May 2 & 3 for Hold Me Tight with Horses — a powerful couples workshop blending Emotionally Focused Therapy with guided equine experiences.

Deepen connection, strengthen trust, and step out of negative cycles in a supportive, experiential setting.

Spots are limited. Email matatoa12345@gmail.com or go toReconnect. Rebuild. Rediscover each other.

Join us May 2 & 3 for Hold Me Tight with Horses — a powerful couples workshop blending Emotionally Focused Therapy with guided equine experiences.

Deepen connection, strengthen trust, and step out of negative cycles in a supportive, experiential setting.

Spots are limited. Email matatoa12345@gmail.com or go to www.matatoa.org/hmt for details or to register. 🐴💕

Waiting for Spring!!!
02/22/2026

Waiting for Spring!!!

Couples: take the next step together toward brighter mental health and deeper connection. At Matatoa, our experienced th...
11/25/2025

Couples: take the next step together toward brighter mental health and deeper connection. At Matatoa, our experienced therapist uses modern, science informed tools to support you both with compassion and confidence. Visit https://www.matatoa.org to learn more and start your journey. 💚🤝

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