Ashley Toogood, Registered Psychotherapist Qualifying
Meet your Psychotherapist
My passion as a qualifying registered psychotherapist is working with you and hearing your story. I love holding space for my clients to discuss their emotions and watching them grow from thriving to surviving. I take pride in walking with you down whatever path you are on.
Drawing from both person-centred and humanistic perspectives. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and to lead the most fulfilling life you can, you must be a true self or yourself. Everyone has a unique way of seeing the world, which can impact your choices and actions.
Being vulnerable and sharing your innermost thoughts and feelings can be challenging, but I want you to know I am here to listen and understand. I will strive to demonstrate an empathetic understanding of your experiences and recognize your emotional experiences without judgment.
“I’m not perfect… But I’m enough.”
– Carl R. Rogers
Psychotherapy Services
Consultations
Consultations are an excellent way to get to know your therapist and determine if you feel comfortable working together. If you don’t feel comfortable, therapy won’t be as effective. So, bring your questions and concerns to see if we are a good fit.
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy is a positive and professional way to address personal issues and improve mental, emotional, and behavioural health. It offers a safe and personalized space for individuals to explore their concerns and develop coping strategies, leading to greater self-awareness and self-acceptance.
Youth Therapy
Therapy can be a positive way to help teens develop self-awareness, self-esteem, and social and emotional skills. It can help them navigate and shift their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours healthily, make decisions, and reach goals that lead to a more fulfilling life. Therapy can help teens develop skills to thrive in school and beyond.
- Free/ 15-20 mins
- Virtual / Phone
- $140/ 1hr session
- Sliding scale offered based on circumstance
- Virtual / Phone
- $140/ 1hr session
- Sliding scale offered based on circumstance
- Virtual / Phone
- Ages 13 – 18
Areas of Knowledge
Top Specialties
- Youth
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Emotion Processing
- Sleep
Other Areas of Knowledge
- Career Guidance
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Men’s Issues
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- School Issues
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women’s Issues
“We think we listen, but very rarely do we listen with real understanding, true empathy. Yet listening, of this very special kind, is one of the most potent forces for change that I know.”
-Carl Rogers
Check Out My Most Recent Blog Posts
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Battling the May Blues: A Guide to Mental Health Support
As the days grow longer and the weather starts to warm, many of us eagerly await spring’s arrival. However, for some, the transition into May can bring about a unique set of challenges—the “May blues.” This phenomenon, often overlooked, can manifest as subtle changes in mood, energy levels, and overall well-being. The May blues can…
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Emotionally Empowered: Understanding and Regulating Your Emotions
Emotions are the fabric of our inner lives, shaping our experiences, decisions, and relationships. They are a powerful force that can uplift us to great heights or plunge us into the depths of despair. We should not feel as though we have to hide away or repress emotions. We are blessed with a rich emotional…
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Breaking the Burnout Cycle
March is Mental Health Month, making it an opportune time to raise awareness about the significance of mental well-being and the detrimental effects of burnout on mental health. Burnout is something we all face in today’s fast-paced world. It is a state of emotional, physical and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. Ignoring…
Education and Credentials
- College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario Registration # 11695
- Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association #10011172
- Education
- Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology From Yorkville University
- Bachelor of Arts From Saint Mary’s University