What happens in the complimentary consultation?

15 minutes via phone or video. You share, I listen. No forms, no commitment to book a session afterward.

About Horizon Within

A Space Where Your Voice Matters

I'm here to listen to you, acknowledging your strengths, experiences, influences, and future goals. I listen carefully and ask thoughtful questions to better understand. My aim is to support you as we explore your journey in a safe, compassionate space where your voice matters

My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, all tailored to your needs and goals

Sessions That Fit Your Life

I offer in-person sessions in Mississauga or by phone or video across Ontario

Credentials

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario #13696

Certified Canadian Counsellor

Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association #11247364

My Approach to Therapy

Recognizing Patterns

When facing ongoing stress, we often default to worst-case scenarios, causing us to second-guess and overthink. Applying practical CBT techniques helps you analyze your thoughts, beliefs, and actions, helping you find ways to move forward

Leveraging Abilities

We use our strengths to create meaningful change by establishing a solid foundation that enables us to face challenges with resilience and hope. DBT helps us focus on what is most important and cultivate practical habits to stay grounded

Building Resilience

When the nervous system faces repeated overwhelm, it stays in a fight-or-flight mode, preventing rest and recovery. Rather than concentrating on what is missing, SFBT uses practical techniques to harness strengths and foster resilience

Conditions Addressed

At Horizon Within Psychotherapy, we help you find solutions that support you wherever you are

Anxiety

Overcoming the "What-If" Cycle

Improving Self-Confidence

Building Better Relationships

Depression

Reducing Negative Self-Talk

Building Momentum

Bringing back interest in activities

ADHD

Managing Distractions

Creating routines that actually work

Turning plans into doing

Our Focus Areas

Everyone has personal and professional responsibilities, and the pressure to maintain consistency and perform can lead to unnoticed stress, anxiety, or fatigue. At Horizon Within Psychotherapy, we help you address these feelings in these four areas

Self-Confidence

When others rely on us, decision fatigue gradually depletes our mental energy. It's not that we stop making choices; instead, each decision creates self-doubt and makes us feel drained

The goal is to develop practical techniques so you can make confident decisions and move forward, breaking free from the "what-if" scenarios

Performance

Relying on adrenaline or willpower is common; however, staying in survival mode consistently results in feelings of extreme fatigue

The goal is to build stamina and endurance so that they become a reliable, steady benchmark instead of a source of underperformance

Resilience

Handling stress quietly until it becomes overwhelming, or attempting to push through it to cope, are unhealthy strategies

The goal is to redefine stress management by developing practical strategies that build stamina and endurance, helping you manage expectations and strengthen resilience

Recovery

If your mind remains distracted, a break labeled as "personal screen time" doesn't truly help you rest or recharge, and genuine recovery won't happen

The goal is to develop practical methods that assist with recharging and recovery, helping you move forward in life

Modalities

Our approach and sessions are based on these evidence-based therapeutic frameworks to help address your concerns

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Examines how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are linked. Continuous stress often leads to overthinking and imagining the worst. CBT helps recognize these thought patterns, reduce distractions, and shows they are connected, allowing for better decision-making

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

Explores how you handle intense emotions and stress, allowing you to stay effective. Instead of waiting for feelings to diminish, it focuses on forming small, consistent habits that keep you grounded. DBT supports you in making choices aligned with your goals, helping you make progress even when overwhelmed

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Recognizes your past as part of your story but gives it less focus. Instead, it prompts you to envision what a resolution might look like. SFBT's method is straightforward, impactful, and future-focused, emphasizing your strengths and using them to move forward

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Skerrett Psychology

Horizon Within Psychotherapy, supervised by Skerrett Psychology, combines clinical expertise with personalized support to help you reach your goals

All appointments are managed through Skerrett Psychology's JaneApp

Good to know before you reach out

What should I expect at my first session?

There’s no pressure to have everything figured out before you arrive. We’ll discuss what’s going on, identify key areas to focus on, and start building practical strategies tailored to your needs

I'm not sure my experience is serious enough

You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from talking to someone and addressing what is on your mind

Do I need a referral?

No doctor's note or referral is needed to book an appointment

Are sessions covered by insurance?

Sessions are typically covered under most extended health plans that include Registered Psychotherapy or Psychotherapy services. Check with your service provider for specific coverage. We provide a receipt after every session

What does a session actually look like?

We discuss what’s occurring in your daily life, pinpoint areas to focus on, and create practical strategies you can implement right away

What about fees?

Standard rates apply to individual psychotherapy sessions. Contact our administrative team to receive the latest fee information and assistance with coverage inquiries

Where are you located?

1553 Hurontario Street, Unit 7, Mississauga (please use the side entrance). Virtual sessions are available across Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and the Territories

What does RP (Qualifying) mean?

I am fully licensed to practice psychotherapy in Ontario via the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO #13696)

"Qualifying" indicates I am finishing my final supervised hours under the clinical supervision of Skerrett Psychology, which is a standard procedure for newer registrants