THERAPY IN PETERBOROUGH, ONTARIO & VIRTUALLY ACROSS ONTARIO
Feel more like yourself again.
A space to work through life's challenges, understand yourself beyond the patterns you're stuck in, and find a way forward that feels right for you.
Anxiety
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People-Pleasing
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Burnout
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Relationship Challenges
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Trauma
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Depression
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Self-esteem
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Anger
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Perfectionism
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Emotional Overwhelm
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Anxiety | People-Pleasing | Burnout | Relationship Challenges | Trauma | Depression | Self-esteem | Anger | Perfectionism | Emotional Overwhelm |
You can be doing everything you're supposed to do and still feel stuck.
You show up, get things done, and keep things moving. But behind the scenes, you might be overthinking, feeling overwhelmed, or wondering why things feel harder than they used to.
Whether you're tired of putting everyone else first, struggling with your reactions, or figuring out what comes next, therapy can help you make sense of what's going on and find a way forward.
Who I work with
You don't have to fit a particular mould to benefit from therapy. I work with people at different stages of life, navigating different challenges, with one thing in common: they want things to feel different.
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You might be juggling work, relationships, family, and a seemingly endless list of responsibilities. Maybe you're burned out, stuck in patterns of people-pleasing, or realizing you've spent so much time meeting expectations that you're not sure what you want anymore.
Therapy can help you understand those patterns and start making changes that feel right for you.
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Between school, relationships, family expectations, and figuring out who you're becoming, there's a lot to navigate. You might feel overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious about the future, or unsure how to explain what you're experiencing.
Therapy can be a space to understand yourself, work through what's difficult, and feel more confident in how you handle things.
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You might be used to handling things yourself, keeping your head down, and getting on with it. But work stress, anxiety, anger, or tension in your relationships can become harder to ignore when pushing through isn't helping anymore.
Therapy gives you somewhere to work through what's going on without needing to have all the answers first.
Therapy that meets you where you are.
What I help with
Anxiety that won't switch off. Frustration that comes out sideways. Saying yes when you mean no. Past experiences that still affect how you feel today.
These are some of the things we can work through together.
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Past experiences can continue to affect how safe you feel, how you relate to others, and how you respond to situations in the present. Therapy offers space to explore these experiences at a pace that feels manageable, with attention to your needs and sense of safety.
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For the constant mental chatter, worst-case scenarios, panic, avoidance, and feeling like you can never fully switch off. Understand what's keeping you stuck and learn ways to respond differently.
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When life feels heavier than it used to, it can be hard to explain why. You might feel exhausted, disconnected, unmotivated, or like you're just going through the motions.
Therapy can help you make sense of what you're experiencing, work through self-criticism, and find your way back to the things that make life feel meaningful.
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For when you're running on empty, struggling to say no, or feeling guilty whenever you put yourself first. Explore why you're carrying so much and how to make room for your own needs.
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For when frustration builds quickly, emotions feel difficult to manage, or you find yourself snapping, shutting down, or struggling to say what you really mean. Understand what's happening beneath the reaction and find new ways to respond.
MY APPROACH
A space where you can let your guard down.
Therapy with me is collaborative, honest, and grounded in the belief that you don't have to navigate everything on your own. My goal is for you to feel comfortable enough to talk about the things you've never quite known how to say out loud, without worrying about being judged or misunderstood.
We'll work through things together, at your pace. I'll be in your corner as we make sense of what's going on, explore the patterns that keep showing up, and figure out what moving forward looks like for you. You don't have to have the answers before you get here. That's what we're here to work on.
YOUR PATH FORWARD
On your team, every step of the way. To begin therapy:
01/ Complete the inquiry form online.
02/ I’ll be in touch within 24 hours to chat about your goals.
03/ Complete your intake forms, show up as you are, and we’ll take it from there, together.
ABOUT
A real person in your corner.
I'm Claire Dennis, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). I work with teens, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, and patterns that no longer feel helpful.
I want therapy to feel like a space where you can be honest about what's going on, even when it's complicated, uncomfortable, or hard to put into words.
We'll work collaboratively, at a pace that feels right for you, with room to explore what's happening without judgment or pressure to have it all figured out.
Between Sessions - The Blog
From the big “moments” to the "what now?" questions, we’re unpacking it all. Real talk, self-discovery, and insights that go beyond the therapy couch. Because growth happens here, there, and everywhere in between.
In-person in Peterborough, Ontario. Virtual across Ontario.
I offer individual therapy in downtown Peterborough and virtually for clients across Ontario.
Whether you'd prefer to meet in person or connect from home, we'll find an option that works for you.