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with stephen douglas MA OACCPP(C)
counselling offices in Toronto and Burlington, Ontario
With comfortable offices in Etobicoke and
Burlington, both conveniently located minutes
from the QEW to serve clients in west
Toronto, Mississauga, Oakville, and
Burlington,  Stephen provides support to:

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men and women:
Individual psychotherapy can address
issues of addiction, anger management,
anxiety disorders, depression, domestic
abuse,  grief and loss,  life transitions, and
stress management counseling.

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couples:
Relationship or marriage counseling
offers couples the opportunity to move
beyond blame and negative patterns to
explore open, co-empowering dialogue,
addressing intimacy and conflict issues.

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families:
Family counseling can improve
communication, help parents explore
effective parenting strategies and
resolve parent-teen conflict. Also,
individual counselling for adolescent men
to help with anger, anxiety, depression.
...mixed psychotherapy group:
This group will benefit individuals wishing
to deepen their self-awareness, explore the
freedom to grow and fully engage their lives.

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.men's therapy group:
Group psychotherapy for men provides insight
into positive alternatives for coping with stress,
anger, depression, or addiction.

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men's personal development:
Stephen has developed a unique approach to
men's work integrating shamanic practices
including visualization, ceremony and the use
of healing wheels to help men learn to balance
the mind with the heart, self- responsibility as
well as spiritual connection and responsibility
to others. Regain your inspiration and passion
and let spirit be part of your healing.

...employer/employees:
Stephen offers dynamic workshops to help
employees learn to communicate effectively,
resolve conflict and manage stress.
stephen douglas MA, OACCPP(C)
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Community Announcements:
From time to time, notices of workshops or other events related to the practice of counselling and beneficial to your mental well-being will be listed here.
Please check back regularly. If you are a counsellor or health care provider and have an event you wish to inform the community of in or near Toronto, Oakville,
Mississauga, or Burlington, send me a notice
by email (100 words max. incl. address to link to if desired) and if suitable I will post it when current (one month).
Group Drumming as a Therapeutic Activity: Facilitator Training Program
Learn how to facilitate a Group Drumming experience that celebrates diversity, fosters self-expression, and builds community!  No previous
drumming or musical experience is necessary, just a willingness to share and receive the joy of drumming. Rhythmic by Nature’s 4-week
Group Drumming Facilitator Training Program © offers a hands-on, empowering, leadership-building, educational program and is designed for
educators, therapists, healthcare practitioners, childcare providers, group facilitators & trainers, and anyone looking for a unique, memorable,
and fun way to connect with others.
Series
runs Wednesdays: November 18, 25, December 2 and 8 , from 7pm to 9pm.   Fee for all 4 sessions: $210 ($200 + GST).
Location: 918 Bathurst Street (just North of Bloor). To register or for more information, contact Terri Segal at 416 662-6488 or
email Terri.

Sons and Mothers: A Gestalt Workshop for Men
This two-day weekend workshop in Toronto will provide experiences to assist you in accessing both the memories and emotional impact of
your mother. Whether your mother is alive or not, this workshop can help you examine your perspective on this most important relationship.
Fri., Dec. 4th 7:30 pm to 10 pm and Sat., Dec. 5th, 9:30 am to 5 pm. Leaders: JoAnne Greenham, Head of Faculty, and
Tony Greco, Graduate.
For more information, contact Tony at 416.912.3374 or tony@hereandnowtherapy.ca. Fee: $200.00.

Rainbow of Desire - Introductory Workshop to Augusto Boal's Rainbow of Desire Techniques:
Join us for a theatrical workshop in creative self-discovery and personal growth as we journey collectively toward our deeper truths,
with NYC trained facilitator Naomi Tessler MA, Educational Theatre NYU.   NO theatre experience necessary!
Tuesday November 24th, 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. 918 Bathurst St., north of Bloor. For more info, call 416 910-4972
or email Naomi.

Career Action Primer workshop series:
Career workshops for people in all kinds of creative fields who are in flux, in a rut, or looking for a boost as they find a way to do their art and
live well.  Next in series: Staying Resilient in Career Transition, November 17th, 2009, 6:30 - 8:00 pm.
Admission is only $20 and everyone is welcome. Facilitated by
Anne Carbert, Career Counsellor and Transition Coach.
Location: Carrot Common Meeting Room, 348 Danforth Ave.
Click here for dates and details, or call 647-378-1325.

Restorative Yoga Workshop
Relax your body, restore your energy, rejuvenate your spirit and clear space within. This will be an intimate class wherein you will move your
body through a series of restorative poses with Tracy Currie (
Metta Movement Arts). Every student will receive hands-on Thai Yoga Massage
style assists to help deepen the experience and release into each restorative.
Sunday, October 25th, 2009, 2:30 to 5:30pm. Location: Mindful Movement Centre, 68 Scollard Avenue, 3rd fl (at Bay St.), Toronto.
$65 in advance, $75 at the door. Class size is limited to only 10 people so sign up early to secure your spot!  

Bi-weekly (mixed) Gestalt Psychotherapy Group:
Stephen Douglas and Tony Greco are offering a bi-weekly psychotherapy group in Toronto. This may benefit individuals wishing to deepen
their self-awareness, recognize discrepancies between their inner experience and outer presentation, experiment with both self-acceptance
and change toward the goal of fully engaging life in the moment. For more information, contact Stephen at 416 766-7321.

Bi-weekly Men's Psychotherapy Group:
Registration is open for this bi-weekly psychotherapy group for men, facilitated by Stephen Douglas and Bradley Foster. This is a safe and
respectful setting for men who wish to explore and change patterns of addictions, anger, anxiety, and male depression, develop stress
management strategies, and improve relationship skills. For more information, contact Stephen at 416 766-7321.

Yoga Birthing Workshops for Couples with Tracy Currie (Metta Movement Arts).
Upcoming in November (stay posted for dates): This great yoga-based birthing workshop will benefit both you and your birthing partner.  
Although it would be helpful if you had prior experience with the practise of yoga, it is not required.  It is recommended you are within six to
eight weeks of your due date. Amongst a small group, in an inviting and intimate setting, this 4 1/2 hour workshop will help prepare both you
and your birthing partner for the birthing event.  The birthing partner will learn ways to be more involved and supportive throughout the event.  
Among other things, we will cover techniques in: breathing techniques, vocal toning/sounding, partner-assisted postures/stretches,
techniques in soothing, supportive massage. Location: Breathe Yoga Studio, 2253 Bloor St W, Toronto.

BellyLaugh: The Yoga of Laughter
Come play for two and a half hours with Valerie Moysey at Verity. Unwind.  Relax. Take a break. This is a fun, experiential workshop of play.
Everyone is welcome, introverts and extroverts alike!  Please wear loose and comfortable clothing and bring a blanket or yoga mat if you have
one. Valerie Moysey, B.A., CST, LMT has been facilitating classes, workshops, and ongoing practice groups in personal growth for six years.  
Location: Verity (located at 111d Queen St. E).  To register email the concierge at Verity at concierge@verity.ca or call (416) 368-6006 x 221.   

2349 Fairview Street, Suite 305
42 Thirteenth Street
42 Thirteenth St., Toronto, Ontario M8V 3H4
416 766-7321 (Toronto - Mississauga)  or  905 467-6295 (Hamilton - Oakville - Burlington)
stephendouglasintoronto (available to clients across Canada)
video (Skype) counselling:
In addition to in-person counselling,
Stephen offers individual sessions to clients
across Canada through Skype (voice and video).
Questions about Skype?