Introduction
Mental Health Therapy
Many things in life can cause you to feel off-balance or not like yourself. This can include a current event that is challenging, difficult life transitions, lack of motivation, feeling 'stuck’, grief and loss, or simply “not rightâ€. When you experience any of these situations, you can feel alone, scared to say how you really feel, or perhaps just confused. Seeking mental therapy with a licensed counselor is difficult for many; perhaps it is the not knowing what to expect, the fear that no one could bear to listen, that is not as important as other’s experiences, that is not safe, or that it’s impossible that someone would understand your experiences, your confusion, or just afraid that you won‘t be good at it. Yet, you are here making the first step. Being a psych company, we will provide the presence and emotional space where you can make sense of the challenge you are facing.
Ana Lazar: I had a passion for people’s stories (including my own) and being a support for them through difficult times since my undergraduate studies in Psychology. In Canada, I studied and achieved diplomas in the fields of child development, special needs and crisis intervention. I was immensely grateful to work with children, then to support children with special needs, their families and their academic environments., but my passion for psychotherapy motivated me to pursue a master’s degree in social work at the University of Windsor.Since completion I have worked in programs aimed to stop domestic violence, I provided psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and children. My passion is psychoanalysis and psychodynamic psychotherapy and I also have training in working with first responders, narrative therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and working with children/adults that have been sex trafficked.I am currently a Candidate in the Advanced Training in Psychoanalytical Psychotherapy at the Toronto Psychoanalytic Society and Institute. The following are a few examples of types of issues that people seeking my support have experienced: identity, depression, anxiety, trauma, challenges in parenting, a feeling of not living life fully, self-criticism and feeling like one’s worst enemy. My services are covered by most benefit plans/ insurance.I always aim to offer emotional safety and a trusting therapeutic environment. I work with you to help you understand what is preventing change from happening and integrate your life’s experiences, getting to an authentic sense of self and joy of living. Services: individual Therapy-
Individual psychotherapy is the one-on-one relationship between myself and you. We will explore your goals, your thoughts, your behaviors and relationships with their underlying consequences (what’s bothering you and/or others). In our work together, you can come to realize that you may have been following older patterns of thoughts, relationships and behaviors that are no longer working for you. We will explore and find new satisfactory ways of being. I will come into this relationship with a set of ethical considerations, rigorous academic training, curiosity, and an awareness of the complexity of our internal worlds. I will make interpretations and hold theories in mind. I will listen for the information that gives away the “stuck†and I will be with you. Therapy is about the relationship because most times it’s a relationship (with others or ourselves) that make us seek therapy. Parenting, Post-Partum, and Medically Complex Situations-
Many children and teens express their emotional challenges through difficult behaviors (tantrums, difficulty sleeping, anger, problems at school, etc.).
Your family may experience transitions (moving, death in the family, divorce, being stuck at home) and it is typical for children and teens to respond. Sometimes when you are faced with your child’s emotional challenges it feels like nothing works, nothing is changing and everything seems to be more difficult. It may feel like you’re not a good parent, even like you failed.
My approach is to help you understand and gain insight into your child’s experience, and see the situation through their eyes and I may suggest that you try something different. I may also explore with you your own response to your child’s struggles, in a way that will allow you to be closer to how you envisioned yourself as a parent.
I have experience working with post-partum challenges. For instance, having a new baby is not as anticipated; perhaps it is difficult to connect or be able to soothe, or you are worrying that you’re not doing it right. Perhaps you worry that something will happen to the baby, or that you will harm the baby. This can feel very isolating and unusual, and I can assure you that many have this experience. I am here to support you! We will find ways to explore these emotions and strengthen your resilience.
I also have experience working with parents of medically complex/ fragile children. There are multiple community services to access for your child and less for you. I can help you navigate the complexity of your own emotions.
Couples Therapy
Feeling a bit down lately and nothing seems to lift your spirits? It might be time to seek help from a licensed professional. My Couples Therapy sessions help patients develop positive attitudes toward life’s most complex and challenging circumstances. Contact me today and let me help you find the best in yourself.
Many things in life can cause you to feel off-balance or not like yourself. This can include a current event that is challenging, difficult life transitions, lack of motivation, feeling 'stuck’, grief and loss, or simply “not rightâ€. When you experience any of these situations, you can feel alone, scared to say how you really feel, or perhaps just confused. Seeking mental therapy with a licensed counselor is difficult for many; perhaps it is the not knowing what to expect, the fear that no one could bear to listen, that is not as important as other’s experiences, that is not safe, or that it’s impossible that someone would understand your experiences, your confusion, or just afraid that you won‘t be good at it. Yet, you are here making the first step. Being a psych company, we will provide the presence and emotional space where you can make sense of the challenge you are facing.
Ana Lazar: I had a passion for people’s stories (including my own) and being a support for them through difficult times since my undergraduate studies in Psychology. In Canada, I studied and achieved diplomas in the fields of child development, special needs and crisis intervention. I was immensely grateful to work with children, then to support children with special needs, their families and their academic environments., but my passion for psychotherapy motivated me to pursue a master’s degree in social work at the University of Windsor.Since completion I have worked in programs aimed to stop domestic violence, I provided psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and children. My passion is psychoanalysis and psychodynamic psychotherapy and I also have training in working with first responders, narrative therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and working with children/adults that have been sex trafficked.I am currently a Candidate in the Advanced Training in Psychoanalytical Psychotherapy at the Toronto Psychoanalytic Society and Institute. The following are a few examples of types of issues that people seeking my support have experienced: identity, depression, anxiety, trauma, challenges in parenting, a feeling of not living life fully, self-criticism and feeling like one’s worst enemy. My services are covered by most benefit plans/ insurance.I always aim to offer emotional safety and a trusting therapeutic environment. I work with you to help you understand what is preventing change from happening and integrate your life’s experiences, getting to an authentic sense of self and joy of living. Services: individual Therapy-
Individual psychotherapy is the one-on-one relationship between myself and you. We will explore your goals, your thoughts, your behaviors and relationships with their underlying consequences (what’s bothering you and/or others). In our work together, you can come to realize that you may have been following older patterns of thoughts, relationships and behaviors that are no longer working for you. We will explore and find new satisfactory ways of being. I will come into this relationship with a set of ethical considerations, rigorous academic training, curiosity, and an awareness of the complexity of our internal worlds. I will make interpretations and hold theories in mind. I will listen for the information that gives away the “stuck†and I will be with you. Therapy is about the relationship because most times it’s a relationship (with others or ourselves) that make us seek therapy. Parenting, Post-Partum, and Medically Complex Situations-
Many children and teens express their emotional challenges through difficult behaviors (tantrums, difficulty sleeping, anger, problems at school, etc.).
Your family may experience transitions (moving, death in the family, divorce, being stuck at home) and it is typical for children and teens to respond. Sometimes when you are faced with your child’s emotional challenges it feels like nothing works, nothing is changing and everything seems to be more difficult. It may feel like you’re not a good parent, even like you failed.
My approach is to help you understand and gain insight into your child’s experience, and see the situation through their eyes and I may suggest that you try something different. I may also explore with you your own response to your child’s struggles, in a way that will allow you to be closer to how you envisioned yourself as a parent.
I have experience working with post-partum challenges. For instance, having a new baby is not as anticipated; perhaps it is difficult to connect or be able to soothe, or you are worrying that you’re not doing it right. Perhaps you worry that something will happen to the baby, or that you will harm the baby. This can feel very isolating and unusual, and I can assure you that many have this experience. I am here to support you! We will find ways to explore these emotions and strengthen your resilience.
I also have experience working with parents of medically complex/ fragile children. There are multiple community services to access for your child and less for you. I can help you navigate the complexity of your own emotions.
Couples Therapy
Feeling a bit down lately and nothing seems to lift your spirits? It might be time to seek help from a licensed professional. My Couples Therapy sessions help patients develop positive attitudes toward life’s most complex and challenging circumstances. Contact me today and let me help you find the best in yourself.
Contact Info
Address:
3139 Caulfield Crescent,
Mississauga,
ON L5M 6J8
Canada
Mississauga,
ON L5M 6J8
Canada
Tel:
+1 416-300-6715
Website:
https://www.analazarcounselling.com/
Offering
- Individual therapy
- Angry and Trauma therapy
- Parenting & Post Pantrum therapy
- psychological assessment
- Couple Therapy
- Depression Counseling
Hours of operation
| From | To | From | To | From | To | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Open | 9am | 9pm | ||||
| Tuesday | Open | 9am | 9pm | ||||
| Wednesday | Open | 9am | 9pm | ||||
| Thursday | Open | 9am | 9pm | ||||
| Friday | Open | 9am | 9pm | ||||
| Saturday | Closed | ||||||
| Sunday | Closed | ||||||
