Areas of Specialization

The  Reality Therapy (Choice Theory) approach to counselling posits that  every problem is fundamentally a relationship problem (Glasser, 1995).  

We strive to empower you to bring the best of yourself to every  relationship, whether it be a partnership, common-law, marriage, family,  workplace, or business relationship.  With a focus on open  communication, building or re-establishing trust, increasing  understanding, and navigating conflicts, relationship is at the heart of  everything we do. 

Services available in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.  

We provide Anger Solutions counselling for adults (age 18+), teens (aged 13-17), and children (aged  9-12). We accept referrals from individuals, physicians, rehabilitation  professionals, educational institutions, employers, and from community corrections services. 

Self-referrals  are welcome. Group sessions are also available. Learn more about Anger  Solutions by visiting www.angersolution.com. 

Julie Christiansen, who developed the Anger Solutions Program is our resident specialist; Norelis Alvarez is also certified in the program, and offers the  Anger Solutions in Spanish. This program is fee for service. Call for more information. 

´ What makes us to face and recover from adversity?

´ Why some of us are more resilient than others?

´ How can we build a stronger ability to recover from difficulties?

Are you ready to transform your challenges into stepping stones for unprecedented growth? Join Norelis Alvarez on a journey beyond mere recovery to achieve true resilience. 

Her groundbreaking theories on resiliency are designed not only to help you bounce back but to propel you forward, stronger than ever.

As featured on The Mastery Code Virtual Summit, these strategies are crafted to unlock your potential and equip you with the tools to thrive in any situation. 

Resiliency skills will help you build a future where every setback is a setup for success.

Together, let’s not just bounce back – let’s bounce forward!

Sometimes disagreements and disputes cannot be resolved without the help of an impartial third party intervenor. Sometimes, hurts and old emotional  wounds resurface and threaten to destroy the stability of a  relationship. 

Family dynamics may be difficult to navigate sometimes. If your goal is to improve communication, deepen connections within the family, and to heal old wounds by breaking generational chains of trauma, give us a call!

We are happy to provide Marriage/Couples and Family Counselling.

Trauma can occur as a result of catastrophic events such as the September 11th attacks, a violent robbery/home invasion, sexual assault, motor vehicle accident  or other event. It can also be the result of chronic intense stress such  as working in a high stress job, being a hostage or P.O.W., bullying,  military service, or other situations that  are long lasting and require  the brain to remain in a state of hyper-arousal for an extended period  of time. Symtoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder may include  flashbacks, nightmares, auditory and/or visual hallucinations,  heightened anxiety, hypervigilance, depression, and survivor guilt.   

We work with First Responders to recover from the occupational stressors that may contribute to acute stress or post-traumatic stress disorder, and will assist you with transitioning back into the workplace after a traumatic event.  

We are on the preferred list of providers for the OPPA, NRPS, Badge of Life, and Boots on the Ground.

Have you been the target of strange, aggressive, or belittling behaviours at school or at work? Are you feeling stressed, depressed, or anxious because of these attacks? Workplace bullying can be defined as "repeated events and actions intended to offend,  humiliate, harass, cause the victim stress and demonstrate hostile or  aggressive behaviours" Einarsen (1999), and is identified  as "repetitive, abusive behaviour that devalues and harms people in the  work environment" (Barrow, 2009). In addition to providing counselling,  moral support, and effective coping strategies for toxic workplaces, our therapists will educate and empower  clients who are experiencing bullying. We also treat children who engage in bullying behaviour (Anger Solutions for Kids), and children who have been the target  of bullying. Services available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.  

Spa for the Soul is proud to be a part of the movement to making psychotherapy and mental health services accessible to all. Our building is fully accessible, and we provide secure, PHIPA approved virtual services for those who live outside of our regional municipality or do not have access to transportation. We have partnered with Open Path to provide affordable therapy to their clients. 

We offer a sliding fee scale to those who may be struggling financially - these are difficult times we live in! To ensure that you are able to secure timely, affordable therapy, speak with your therapist at the point of intake about your financial situation and we will negotiate a rate that is mutually satisfactory based on your need.

Thank you for choosing Spa for the Soul!

Our Team is skilled in working with teens and young adults aged 15+. Whether the challenge is depression, anxiety, sleep issues, anger, grief and loss, or resolving adverse childhood experiences, we are available to provide diverse and client-centered interventions to assist each client with resolving their unique challenges.