Clinic News
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We've moved.
But not far! The Authentic Life Centrepointe has relocated to Suite 301 at 1 Centrepointe Drive. Our new, custom-fit clinic is beautiful and houses our growing team of clinicians and interns. Come and see us in our new space!
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We've expanded.
We are pleased to have an east end location to help serve the mental health needs of individuals, couples and families in and around Orleans. With a prime location and a newly renovated office, our associates are pleased to welcome new clients to The Authentic Life Orleans.
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We're for everyone.
At The Authentic Life, we believe that psychotherapy is a service that should be available to everyone. For this reason, we are pleased to offer reduced and sliding scale rates. Keep reading to learn about our accessible therapy initiatives.
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We're Yorkville-Approved.
As a teaching and learning clinic, The Authentic Life is pleased to supervise and mentor graduate students in recognized Masters-level psychotherapy programs. We recently received recognition from Yorkville University as an approved supervision site for students enrolled in the Master of Arts, Counselling Psychology program.
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We're tax-free.
With the passing of Bill C-59, psychotherapy services are no longer subject to HST or GST. Effective immediately, you will notice updates in your invoices and receipts that reflect this important change.
Conditions We Treat
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Anxiety Therapy
Anxiety can be paralyzing. If you’ve experienced anxiety or panic, no one needs to tell you how it can disrupt your life and cause suffering. Anxiety, panic, social anxiety, and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) all have the same root; a feeling of helplessness.
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Therapy for Depression
Depression is a form of emotional distress which can be debilitating, both in terms of short-term suffering and long-term life outcomes. Difficulties with depression can vary significantly but often include feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness.
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Trauma Therapy
Trauma is a frightening, difficult experience that can cause great disruption in one’s life. It can bring on symptoms like anxiety, nightmares, flashbacks and intrusive memories which may leave you feeling overwhelmed with emotions and life changes.
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Stress & Burnout*
Do you find yourself feeling stressed and burned out in the workplace or as a caregiver? You're not alone. Stress and burnout can affect anyone, from employees in high-demand positions to those caring for children or aging parents.
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Couple Therapy
If you’re a couple looking for support in improving how you communicate, manage conflict, and resolve important decisions together, relationship therapy might be right for you. Whether your relationship is monogamous or polyamorous, we offer a safe space to create a healthier connection.
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Family Therapy
The stressors placed on today's families are unprecedented. With many young adults living at home, financial pressures from job insecurity or loss of income due to the pandemic, and caring for aging parents, families are having to take on a range of responsibilities that may never have been considered before.
