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Switzer Counselling & Psychotherapy Associates
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    • HOME
    • OUR TEAM
    • OUR SERVICES
      • OUR AREAS OF EXPERTISE
      • OUR PSYCHOTHERAPY TOOLBOX
      • OUR VIRTUAL THERAPY
      • OUR SERVICES SUMMARY
    • CONTACT US
      • EMAIL OUR INTAKE TEAM
      • GEORGETOWN LOCATION
      • OAKVILLE LOCATION
    • OUR MISSION
    • CLINICAL SUPERVISION
    • CAREER & INTERNSHIP
    • CLIENT PORTAL
    • FAQ
      • INSURANCE, OHIP & EAP
      • WHAT IS A PSYCHOTHERAPIST
      • PRIVACY & CONFIDENTIALITY
      • INFORMATION FOR TEENS
    • OUR BLOG
  • HOME
  • OUR TEAM
  • OUR SERVICES
    • OUR AREAS OF EXPERTISE
    • OUR PSYCHOTHERAPY TOOLBOX
    • OUR VIRTUAL THERAPY
    • OUR SERVICES SUMMARY
  • CONTACT US
    • EMAIL OUR INTAKE TEAM
    • GEORGETOWN LOCATION
    • OAKVILLE LOCATION
  • OUR MISSION
  • CLINICAL SUPERVISION
  • CAREER & INTERNSHIP
  • CLIENT PORTAL
  • FAQ
    • INSURANCE, OHIP & EAP
    • WHAT IS A PSYCHOTHERAPIST
    • PRIVACY & CONFIDENTIALITY
    • INFORMATION FOR TEENS
  • OUR BLOG

COMPASSIONATE SUPPORT FOR MENTAL WELLNESS

COMPASSIONATE SUPPORT FOR MENTAL WELLNESSCOMPASSIONATE SUPPORT FOR MENTAL WELLNESSCOMPASSIONATE SUPPORT FOR MENTAL WELLNESS

DO YOU EXPERIENCE ANXIETY, LOSS OF ENERGY & MOTIVATION, LOW SELF-CONFIDENCE, RELATIONSHIP ISSUES, STRESS & NEGATIVE THOUGHTS?

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SHAUNA SWITZER, CLINICAL DIRECTOR & REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST

At Switzer Counselling & Psychotherapy Associates, we are passionate about delivering exceptional and experienced psychotherapy services to the Oakville and Georgetown communities, as well, as those reaching out remotely. Our journey began with a vision to create a welcoming space where quality psychotherapy is assured. At Switzer Counselling, our clients always come first.

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OUR PROMISE

💙 The Heart of Switzer Counselling & Psychotherapy Associates


At Switzer Counselling & Psychotherapy Associates, our strength lies in our people. Each member of our dedicated team of Registered Psychotherapists brings unique expertise, compassion, and professionalism to their work. Together, we collaborate to ensure your experience exceeds expectations—every time. We’re not just therapists—we’re human beings committed to walking with you through life’s most difficult and transformative moments.


🌿 Book a Free 15-Minute Consultation

We understand how important it is to find the right fit when it comes to your mental health. That’s why we offer a no-obligation, 15-minute free consultation—a safe space to ask questions, share concerns, and explore whether we're the right match for you.

💬 “The first step is simply a conversation.”

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OUR AREAS OF EXPERTISE - TRAUMA, DEPRESSION, ANXIETY & MORE

depression, mood disorder, anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety, OCD, panic disorder, phobias

DEPRESSION & MOOD DISORDERS, BIPOLAR DISORDER & ANXIETY DISORDERS

🌧️ Depression, fear, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, phobias, and OCD are among the most common—and most distressing—emotional and psychological experiences people face. These conditions can affect every aspect of life, from your energy and focus to your relationships and sense of self.Depression can range from short-term episodes lasting days or weeks to long-term struggles that persist for months or even years. It often shows up as:

  • Persistent low mood
  • Loss of motivation or interest 
  • Fatigue or low energy 
  • Negative or self-critical thoughts 
  • A sense of emotional numbness or hopelessness

⚡ Healing Is Possible

You don’t have to navigate this alone. With the right support, recovery is absolutely possible.

At Switzer Counselling & Psychotherapy Associates, we use evidence-based approaches—including mindfulness, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), relational therapy, and emotion-focused therapy—to help you:

  • Rebuild energy and motivation
  • Manage anxious or intrusive thoughts 
  • Cultivate self-compassion and resilience
  • Restore a sense of joy, purpose, and connection

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panic disorder, counselling, therapy, trauma therapy, PTSD, CPTSD

POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD) & COMPLEX POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (CPTSD)

🌱  Shauna Switzer offers a uniquely compassionate and effective approach that blends:

  • Relational Psychotherapy – creating safety through trust and connection
  • EMDR Therapy – facilitating the reprocessing of traumatic memories
  • Sensorimotor Psychotherapy – addressing trauma held in the bod
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS) – working with internal parts of the self
  • Interpersonal and Affective Neuroscience – grounding therapy in how the brain and relationships influence emotional healing 

This integrative method respects the complexity of trauma and supports healing on multiple levels—mental, emotional, physical, and relational.

🕊️ A Path Toward Healing

Whether you are struggling with the effects of past abuse, neglect, chronic stress, or relational trauma, there is a path forward. With the right support, you can reclaim safety, rebuild trust, and move toward a more connected and empowered life.

COUPLE & RELATIONSHIP THERAPY

💞 Building Stronger Connections Through Couples Counselling

Couples and relationship counselling can be a powerful way to deepen emotional bonds, improve communication, and navigate challenges—no matter the stage or structure of your relationship.

At Switzer Counselling & Psychotherapy Associates, we support a wide range of relationship types, including:

  • Married or cohabitating partners
  • Same-sex and LGBTQIA+ couples
  • Engaged or dating partners
  • Polyamorous and non-traditional relationships
  • Sibling relationships 

💬 Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFT)

We use Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFT)—a proven, evidence-based approach that helps partners:

  • Understand and heal patterns of disconnection
  • Strengthen emotional closeness and trust
  • Express needs and feelings with clarity and care
  • Rebuild intimacy and mutual support

EFT is effective for addressing common relational issues such as conflict, communication 

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