Larisa Fry MA, RP(Counselling, Psychology),
Registered Psychotherapist
Therapist/Trainer
Focus: Individual & Couples Counselling; Trauma, Anxiety/Depression, Abuse, ADHD, Individual career & Educational Planning & Coaching
Specialty: Trauma, including EMDR therapy
Certifications
EMDR Therapist
CBT
DBT
Trauma Therapist
Solution Focused Therapist
As a Therapist, I have 15 years of experience working with children, adolescences, and adults, in not-for-profit environments .
I know that placing your trust and hope in the hands of another is among the most difficult decision one can make. I understand the importance of this choice, as well the feelings of vulnerability you may feel in taking this first step. Finding someone with whom you can trust to help support change while you improve the balance in your life and success in your future endeavours can be a challenge.
I believe that by focusing on individual strengths and abilities can help to empower change, learning and acceptance. I believe every person is entitled and deserving of respect, privacy and safe, confidential services. As a resident of the Niagara Region I bring 15 years experience working with children, adolescents and adults. Holding an MA in Counselling, Psychology, I bring my hands on work experience and education to provide you quality, confidential counselling, with you in the drivers’ seat.
"Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending." ~ Maria Robinson
Registered Psychotherapist
Therapist/Trainer
Focus: Individual & Couples Counselling; Trauma, Anxiety/Depression, Abuse, ADHD, Individual career & Educational Planning & Coaching
Specialty: Trauma, including EMDR therapy
Certifications
EMDR Therapist
CBT
DBT
Trauma Therapist
Solution Focused Therapist
As a Therapist, I have 15 years of experience working with children, adolescences, and adults, in not-for-profit environments .
I know that placing your trust and hope in the hands of another is among the most difficult decision one can make. I understand the importance of this choice, as well the feelings of vulnerability you may feel in taking this first step. Finding someone with whom you can trust to help support change while you improve the balance in your life and success in your future endeavours can be a challenge.
I believe that by focusing on individual strengths and abilities can help to empower change, learning and acceptance. I believe every person is entitled and deserving of respect, privacy and safe, confidential services. As a resident of the Niagara Region I bring 15 years experience working with children, adolescents and adults. Holding an MA in Counselling, Psychology, I bring my hands on work experience and education to provide you quality, confidential counselling, with you in the drivers’ seat.
"Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending." ~ Maria Robinson
Amanda Venzon, M.S.W., RSW
Registered Social Worker
Therapist
Focus: Individual & Family counselling, Mental Health, Trauma
I approach all relationships as person-focused in an effort to understand strengths and experiences to meet individuals where they are. I believe that developing a genuine and mutually respectful working relationship is the cornerstone of holistically supporting people to be their best selves and reach their full potential. Working with evidence based practices and tailoring approaches to be most beneficial to each individual, allows growth and goal setting which promotes acceptance, change and empowerment.
My experience has afforded me work with a variety of people who are looking to move forward in their lives and strengthen their relationships with themselves and others. Specific areas of work include supporting life changes, mental health concerns, areas of stress and setbacks and trauma and healing. Using techniques such as narrative therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy and brief solution focused therapy I can help to support individuals through processing their experiences in a productive and person-centred way.
I believe all people are entitled to wholistic support that is provided with respect in a safe, private, and confidential environment. With a Bachelor degree in Social Work from Lakehead University, and a Masters of Social Work degree from the University of Waterloo, I have enhanced my experiences by working with a variety of people who are looking for a supportive, safe and confidential professional service. I offer individualized, evidenced based and client focused counselling which respects your autonomy and strengthens your skills and strategies to live the life you want.
“You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You are able to say to yourself, 'I have lived through this horror. I can take the next thing that comes along.' You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt
Registered Social Worker
Therapist
Focus: Individual & Family counselling, Mental Health, Trauma
I approach all relationships as person-focused in an effort to understand strengths and experiences to meet individuals where they are. I believe that developing a genuine and mutually respectful working relationship is the cornerstone of holistically supporting people to be their best selves and reach their full potential. Working with evidence based practices and tailoring approaches to be most beneficial to each individual, allows growth and goal setting which promotes acceptance, change and empowerment.
My experience has afforded me work with a variety of people who are looking to move forward in their lives and strengthen their relationships with themselves and others. Specific areas of work include supporting life changes, mental health concerns, areas of stress and setbacks and trauma and healing. Using techniques such as narrative therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy and brief solution focused therapy I can help to support individuals through processing their experiences in a productive and person-centred way.
I believe all people are entitled to wholistic support that is provided with respect in a safe, private, and confidential environment. With a Bachelor degree in Social Work from Lakehead University, and a Masters of Social Work degree from the University of Waterloo, I have enhanced my experiences by working with a variety of people who are looking for a supportive, safe and confidential professional service. I offer individualized, evidenced based and client focused counselling which respects your autonomy and strengthens your skills and strategies to live the life you want.
“You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You are able to say to yourself, 'I have lived through this horror. I can take the next thing that comes along.' You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt
Kofi Ansu-Gyeabour, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker
Therapist
Focus: Individual & Couples Counselling; Family and Group Counselling; Substance abuse, domestic violence, parental alienation and parenting.
Treatment Approaches
CBT
Trauma Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Solution Focused Brief Therapy
For 15 years I have worked with caregivers, children, extended family members and collaborated with various agencies and service provider regarding children’s welfare, impact of neglect and abuse, behavioral management, social-emotional issues, addiction issues, and anger management to promote the well-being of individuals, children, and caregivers in the Niagara community. I also have extensive experience working directly with individuals struggling with substance abuse, domestic violence and other inter personal issues. I have been recognized for my strong interpersonal skills and high level of integrity. As an experienced Registered Social Worker with Masters of Social Work, I have great clinical skills to assess and engage clients to resolve social and emotional issues.
I engage in therapeutic interactions with people experiencing different needs such as burnout, anxiety, fear, stress, separation, co-parenting, parent alienation and general personal and interpersonal issues. My work with parents involve helping them to improve their skills to foster the safety and well-being of their children in the context of their unique situation. When working with individuals who suffer from addiction issues, I focus on addressing the addiction and the underlying personal issues fueling the addiction. I have engaged men and women who have experienced unhealthy relationships either as perpetrators or victims to work towards healthy relationship beliefs, relational skills and personal safety.
My greatest interest is to support the healing and change of individuals and groups that I engage because if it is important to you, it is important to me and it is worth talking about it. I engage individuals and groups in client-centered and solution-focused interactions, meaning we focus our discussions on solutions not generalities. I provide confidential, compassionate, non-judgemental and professional counselling services to individuals to promote a healthy, fulfilling, and meaningful life.
"Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world." – Harriet Tubman
Registered Social Worker
Therapist
Focus: Individual & Couples Counselling; Family and Group Counselling; Substance abuse, domestic violence, parental alienation and parenting.
Treatment Approaches
CBT
Trauma Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Solution Focused Brief Therapy
For 15 years I have worked with caregivers, children, extended family members and collaborated with various agencies and service provider regarding children’s welfare, impact of neglect and abuse, behavioral management, social-emotional issues, addiction issues, and anger management to promote the well-being of individuals, children, and caregivers in the Niagara community. I also have extensive experience working directly with individuals struggling with substance abuse, domestic violence and other inter personal issues. I have been recognized for my strong interpersonal skills and high level of integrity. As an experienced Registered Social Worker with Masters of Social Work, I have great clinical skills to assess and engage clients to resolve social and emotional issues.
I engage in therapeutic interactions with people experiencing different needs such as burnout, anxiety, fear, stress, separation, co-parenting, parent alienation and general personal and interpersonal issues. My work with parents involve helping them to improve their skills to foster the safety and well-being of their children in the context of their unique situation. When working with individuals who suffer from addiction issues, I focus on addressing the addiction and the underlying personal issues fueling the addiction. I have engaged men and women who have experienced unhealthy relationships either as perpetrators or victims to work towards healthy relationship beliefs, relational skills and personal safety.
My greatest interest is to support the healing and change of individuals and groups that I engage because if it is important to you, it is important to me and it is worth talking about it. I engage individuals and groups in client-centered and solution-focused interactions, meaning we focus our discussions on solutions not generalities. I provide confidential, compassionate, non-judgemental and professional counselling services to individuals to promote a healthy, fulfilling, and meaningful life.
"Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world." – Harriet Tubman
Lauren Kussen M.S.W., RSW
Registered Social Worker
Therapist
Focus: Individual counselling, Mental Health, Trauma
Utilizing an evidence-informed and strength-based approach, I believe that developing strong, therapeutic relationships through trust and understanding promotes an opportunity for individuals to challenge their current circumstances and empowers them to create meaningful change in their lives.
Areas of experience include supporting individuals with a variety of mental health concerns, stress, trauma, addiction, situational difficulties, and life transitions. Through providing a range of therapeutic interventions including cognitive behavioural therapy, narrative therapy, motivational interviewing, and brief solution focused therapy, I aim to individualize the support I provide to ensure that each individual’s strengths and abilities are empowered, acceptance is developed, and change and growth are achieved.
I believe all people are entitled to support provided through respect in a safe, private, and confidential environment. With a bachelor degree in psychology from Brock University, a Masters of Social Work degree from the University of Toronto, and experience working with children, adults, and families in a variety of capacities, I will bring educational and practical hands on experience to the confidential and quality counselling you deserve in order to support you in becoming the change agent in your own life.
“You’re imperfect and you’re wired for struggle, but you are worthy of love and belonging.” ~ Brene Brown.
Registered Social Worker
Therapist
Focus: Individual counselling, Mental Health, Trauma
Utilizing an evidence-informed and strength-based approach, I believe that developing strong, therapeutic relationships through trust and understanding promotes an opportunity for individuals to challenge their current circumstances and empowers them to create meaningful change in their lives.
Areas of experience include supporting individuals with a variety of mental health concerns, stress, trauma, addiction, situational difficulties, and life transitions. Through providing a range of therapeutic interventions including cognitive behavioural therapy, narrative therapy, motivational interviewing, and brief solution focused therapy, I aim to individualize the support I provide to ensure that each individual’s strengths and abilities are empowered, acceptance is developed, and change and growth are achieved.
I believe all people are entitled to support provided through respect in a safe, private, and confidential environment. With a bachelor degree in psychology from Brock University, a Masters of Social Work degree from the University of Toronto, and experience working with children, adults, and families in a variety of capacities, I will bring educational and practical hands on experience to the confidential and quality counselling you deserve in order to support you in becoming the change agent in your own life.
“You’re imperfect and you’re wired for struggle, but you are worthy of love and belonging.” ~ Brene Brown.
Ryan Wills, R.S.S.W.
Trainer
I bring over 15 years of experience in the Social Services field, with a large emphasis on Addiction specific work. Since completing my Education I have expanded my knowledge base in counseling individuals, couples and families. I use a client centered systems approach to counselling clients. In my practice, I implement brief-solution cognitive and behavior therapies, as well as many others, to help clients reach their goals and potential.
I offer extensive experience in group facilitation along with material development and seminar based education.
Trainer
I bring over 15 years of experience in the Social Services field, with a large emphasis on Addiction specific work. Since completing my Education I have expanded my knowledge base in counseling individuals, couples and families. I use a client centered systems approach to counselling clients. In my practice, I implement brief-solution cognitive and behavior therapies, as well as many others, to help clients reach their goals and potential.
I offer extensive experience in group facilitation along with material development and seminar based education.