Grief Therapists in Ontario

I'm Gloria Akposheri, RN Psychotherapist and Clinical Coordinator at Healing Ways Psychotherapy. I support clients facing grief, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I specialize in trauma-informed care for refugees, newcomers, neurodivergence, and BIPOC communities. Reach out—let’s begin your healing journey together.

I have experience supporting clients who are navigating early family trauma, relationship issues, women’s issues/life changes, separation/divorce.

My aspiration as a therapist is to create a safe environment in which work can be collaborative, address the impacts of trauma, stress, anxiety, depression and/or grief and make the changes necessary to live the healthy and fulfilling life that my clients want.

It takes a lot of courage to face our most distressing thoughts, emotional reactions and behaviours, so from the outset, I’d like to applaud you for taking this first, important step to feeling better—choosing an appropriate therapist for you. For the past 15 years, I have been privileged to accompany numerous individuals and couples on a journey of growth and renewal.

I’m a Registered Psychotherapist with 15 years of diverse experience, specializing in supporting individuals and families throughout the parenting journey—from trying to conceive and birth preparation to navigating grief, loss, evolving identities, and the everyday challenges of parenting. I provide compassionate, evidence-based support tailored to your unique experience.

I understand that the decision to seek support can be daunting, and yet it is also a brave act that is an exercise of self-compassion and self-advocacy. It takes courage to turn towards our difficulties and evaluate our internal experiences in an effort to seek change. Your decision to be here and reading this is a clear indicator of such bravery, and something I encourage you to take pride in.

Taking the first step to confront challenging thoughts, emotions, and behaviors requires immense courage, and I commend you for embarking on this path toward healing and self-improvement. As a mental health professional, my goal is to provide you with a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore your challenges and work toward resolution.

Feeling stuck, stressed, or unsure of what to do next? Maybe you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, or adjusting to big life changes. Or perhaps you're carrying the weight of grief, working through past trauma, or feeling lost about the future. Whatever you're going through, you don’t have to face it alone. You deserve support, and I’m here to help.

I know how important it is to find a therapist that who truly understands you. As a trauma-informed therapist, I understand that a strong therapeutic relationship is essential for healing and personal growth. I strive to create a safe and nurturing space where you can openly share your experiences, allowing us to work collaboratively on your journey toward resilience and self-discovery.

I’m a trauma-informed Registered Social Worker and psychotherapist with nearly a decade of experience supporting individuals through anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is eclectic, blending evidence-based therapies with deep empathy and attunement to help clients feel truly seen and supported.

If you’re feeling weighed down by grief, anxiety, or relational struggles, you don’t have to face it alone. My goal is to make therapy practical, approachable, and even enjoyable when possible. I specialize in helping adults navigate these challenges using evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs. Together, we’ll work toward finding relief and creating the change you’ve been seeking

When life stressors become overwhelming, we typically turn to familiar ways of coping. We can become stuck in a cycle, almost as though we are playing a scene on repeat. It takes self-awareness and courage to interrupt this cycle, and I commend you for taking the initial step toward meaningful change.

We all have our own, beautiful, way of being in the world. My goal is to join you in the depth of your sensation, and be with you in the difficulty and joy of how you experience the world. Together, we can explore the truth of what it means to be you. We can stay with what is owned, pushed aside, shamed and beloved, and how that informs the ways we engage with ourselves, and the world around us.

I offer individual therapy in a warm, supportive environment where you can explore your experiences, build insight, and work toward meaningful change. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from a variety of evidence-based modalities. I’m here to support you with care, respect, and practical tools for growth.

I want to understand the intricate details of your life that make you uniquely you, and I would be honoured to facilitate the process of your self-discovery and healing. I love working with individuals in all walks of life, including but not limited to individuals experiencing anxiety, panic and/or anxiety attacks, phobias, issues controlling anger, improving self-esteem and many more.

The Journey Counselling and Psychotherapy is a virtual clinic of Registered Psychotherapists serving all of Ontario. Offering affordable therapy starting at $75 per session, our team of therapists specializes in working with individuals, relationships and family therapy. Parenting, pet loss, disordered eating, depression and life stress/ burnout are a few of our niche specialities.

I consider it important to find a therapist that fits your needs and that you are comfortable with. I seek to provide a safe and warm place for people to explore and understand their psychological experiences and difficulties. Through our time together I hope to empower you as you undertake personal, emotional, and relational difficulties, so that you can see positive improvement in your life.

Sometimes life can become overwhelming because of our inner worlds or outer worlds. We try to manage our life’s challenges as best as we know, but occasionally we might need extra support to feel better. Seeking psychotherapy is an admirable decision since it is a type of self-care, and taking care of ourselves is essential for our wellness.

We provide professional online counselling services to adults across Alberta and Ontario, helping you achieve your goals and live a more fulfilling life. Our online therapy services (via phone or video) offer you the flexibility to receive professional support and guidance from the comfort and privacy of your own home. Our purpose is bringing ease to accessing mental health services.

First, I commend you for your bravery in embarking on this important journey of self-discovery. I am committed to walking alongside you in a therapeutic environment built on empathy, compassion, and unconditional positive regard. I aim to help you discover your inner compass that will allow you to navigate the challenges of your life and begin to move forward.