Supporting Women Through All Stages of Life
Inclusive counselling for women in Port Perry and Peterborough - To guide you toward greater self-compassion and a renewed sense of self.
“Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think
we’re supposed to be and embracing who we are.”
– Brené Brown
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Struggling with mental health or being overwhelmed does not mean you are broken, it means you are human.
Women often carry multiple responsibilities and the pressure to "hold it all together" while suppressing their own needs. Over time, this can lead to chronic stress, emotional exhaustion, and feelings of hopelessness.
Healing begins with recognition, compassion, and support. Women deserve safe spaces to be seen, heard, and supported on their mental health journey.
Via our counselling for women, we provide a safe space to better understand how to treat yourself with compassion and grace and navigate changes with confidence to reclaim a strong, empowered sense of self.
Flexible booking times
Trauma-informed care & person-centered therapy that gets results
Most insurances accepted
Things we often hear women say….
➤ “Sometimes I feel like I have to be everything for everyone, and there's never time left for me.”
➤ “People expect me to hold it all together, but no one really asks how I’m doing.”
➤ “I’ve spent so much energy taking care of others that I don’t know who I am anymore.”
➤ “Setting boundaries feels really hard and I don’t want to hurt someone else's feelings.”
➤ “I love my kids more than anything, but I miss who I was before them.”
➤ “I feel guilty and that I am being selfish if I take time for myself.”
➤ “I’m tired of being told who I should be, how I should look, and what I should want.”
➤ “There’s pressure to always smile, keep it together, and never make anyone uncomfortable, even if I’m falling apart inside.”
➤ “Menopause has made me feel “crazy” because no one seems to get what I am going through.”
➤ “I don’t feel like myself anymore and all I want to do is cry.”
Our Approach
At Island Waters Counselling, our desire is to support women to feel:
Heard & Validated
Safe & Worthy
Capable & Empowered
We offer counselling for women in trauma-informed, safe spaces in Port Perry and Peterborough, to address challenges, build self-awareness, and develop strategies using evidence-based therapies. You are the expert in your life. We’re here to guide and support your journey. View our resources.
Challenges women face that can impact emotional health
Relationships
Self-Compassion
Menopause
Anxiety, Depression
& Overwhelm
Parenting
Setting & Maintaining Boundaries
Not being okay is part of being human.
Learn more about women’s mental health from the Canadian Mental Health Association.