You may be needing change and ready for transformation, but unsure how to move forward alone. Whether you are seeking a reprieve from anxiety and depression, the chance to heal from painful experiences, or a way to connect more deeply with others, I am here to support and guide you every step of the way.
Our sessions are designed to help you engage in life with more hope, greater self-acceptance, and stronger relational bonds.
All potential clients are offered a free initial consultation.
I look forward to connecting with you and working together towards positive change.
Polly Sykes, R.P.
Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Psychotherapists of Ontario
Professional member of The International Centre for Excellence in EFT
Certified member of the International Association of Trauma Professionals
About Polly
I have been a mental health professional in a variety of settings for almost two decades. Since 2013 I have dedicated myself to supporting individuals and couples in my private practice.
It remains my privilege to witness the power of psychotherapy to heal and transform. Hearing clients tell me that they feel more at ease with themselves, more present in day-to-day life and more connected in their relationships is why I am passionate about my work.
After living and working in downtown Toronto for 15 years, I relocated my practice to the tranquil setting of the Blue Mountains in 2018.
Please see the FAQ page if you want to read more about my credentials, why I chose to be a psychotherapist and what I love about this work.
Individual therapy sessions are a non-judgemental, supportive and confidential space in which to resolve past issues, develop a deeper understanding of yourself, and foster self-acceptance.
This valuable process promotes a release from damaging reactive patters such as exploding in anger, collapsing in shame, or constantly worrying about the future. This shift then creates the opportunity for new responses which promote a fuller and more engaged experience of life.
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I practice Emotion-Focused Couple Therapy which is an evidence-based, structured approach to couples therapy formulated in the 1980s and developed alongside the science on adult attachment and bonding.
A substantial body of research outlining the effectiveness of EFT now exists (Reference)
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