Toronto Counselling Centre for Teens/Toronto Psychotherapy & WellnessToronto, ON M4K 1N8View clinic

Amy Appelle

About Amy

Amy is a Registered Psychotherapist and has worked in community mental health and the non-profit sector for the last 20 years. Amy started her career counselling youth and families in Scarborough and Toronto and then worked in program management in mental health and education. Amy has always been drawn to the energy and determination that young people bring to navigating their life choices and relationships. Amy’s approach to working with youth and families is rooted in exploration and collaboration. She works with warmth and humour to support youth in developing their understanding of their strengths, emotions and goals. Amy works in partnership with youth and families to enhance communication and connection. She is a parent to three children and appreciates the daily joys and challenges that come with parenting. Amy uses an integrative approach to therapy drawing on various evidence-based therapies, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, as well as applications of attachment theory and mindfulness strategies.

Often treats: AbuseADHDAngerAnxietyBullyingCommunicationDepressionEmotion RegulationFears / Phobias
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Grief, loss, bereavementInfertility or AdoptionInsomniaLonelinessMood disordersParentingPregnancy, Prenatal, PostpartumRelationship IssuesSelf EsteemSleep DisorderSocial IsolationStressSuicidal ThoughtsTraumaWomen's IssuesWorkplace stress
Sees: Adults (18+) · Families · LGBTQ2+ · Seniors (65+) · Teens (13-17)
Credentials: Masters of Arts in Education (M.A.)
Member of: College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)