Vanessa Lewis Counselling
126 Kimberly Ave P1L1Z9 Bracebridge, ON, Canada

Meet Meghan Meghan is a former school-aged educator. She is currently completing her Masters degree in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. Meghan has completed the academic portion of her program and is now working as an intern at Vanessa Lewis Counselling, under the supervision at Vanessa Lewis. Her plans are to become a Registered Psychotherapist with the CRPO. Under the supervision of Vanessa, Meghan will be offering individual, and couples counselling. Meghan has been trained in various therapeutic techniques and brings an eclectic approach to her clients. Thank you @stephaniememoryphotography for the amazing headshots

Meet Natasha Natasha Rykaszewski, RSW, MSW Registered Social Worker Natasha has been on a continued journey through the field of social work helping others to reach their maximum potential by providing client centered care and assisting others to find solutions therapeutic solutions. Natasha brings an eclectic approach, adapting to individual experiences. Natasha is a member in good standing with the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She has a Masters if Social Work degree from Windsor University. When Natasha isn’t in the office she enjoys spending time with her family, making homemade dishes and exploring all the Muskoka area has to offer! Thank you @stephaniememoryphotography for the amazing headshots

We’ve expanded!! We’ve revamped our look, and added an online booking system Meet our team: Vanessa Lewis, MA, RP Registered Psychotherapist Vanessa owns and operates Vanessa Lewis Counselling. She opened her practice in January 2011, and has been working as an RP since. Vanessa has a Masters degree in counselling psychology from Liberty University. In 2019, Vanessa completed her clinical supervision with the CRPO (College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario). Sh...e is now a clinical supervisor and has dedicated a part of her practice and time to training upcoming therapists in the private practice field. Vanessa is trained in many different therapeutic techniques. She works with people of all ages. Vanessa offers individual, couple and family therapy, and has experience in many different areas. In her spare time, Vanessa loves spending time with her family, and her two boys, as well as being outdoors, and also enjoys volunteering for her community at different organizations. Thank you @stephaniememoryphotography for doing these amazing headshots See more

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Hi Everyone, We will be opening back up slowly. We will be offering in-person sessions again in the next week or so. Right now, we are working away to make sure we have the proper protection for us, as well as our clients. We would still prefer to do video/phone sessions, but understand some need to come into the office. Stay tuned for dates of return,with the new rules on how we will be conducting the practice. We will be available a couple of days per week for in-person sessions. Stay tuned....

So thrilled to be a part of this service for front line workers https://www.cbc.ca//free-therapy-covid-19-health-workers-1

We’re on to Day 2 of out mental wellness challenge Day 2: Schedule a social media break today. Take a break from watching, reading or listening to news stories, including social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting. Less time on social media can help you connect with people face-to-face and be present in life happening around you. Engaging with others in person fulfils our needs to physically hear, see, touch and smell, primal components to living... life fully. Additionally, this much-needed break can free up your time for other activities that are good for both your body and your brain such as; movement, the opportunity to experience nature, mindfulness, and rest. Remember, feel free to share us pictures or updates on your progress or challenges We would love to hear how you’re making out

Today, we being our 14 day mental-wellness challenge. Join us, for a tip each day on how you and your family can stay mentally well during the challenging times of Covid-19 Day 1: Go for a walk or hike outside Research has shown that walking for 30 minutes has been linked to reducing stress hormones and improving the nervous system which leads to decreased levels of anger and hostility. Additionally, being outside has significant health benefits and can help promote positive sleeping patterns

Join Us! Tomorrow we will begin a 14 day Mental-wellness challenge. Make sure you tune in to Vanessa Lewis Counselling’s Facebook Page as well as follow @vlcounselling on Instagram for daily updates and activities. We’re excited to see what’s in store, and we’d love to hear comments on how the challenge is going for you Feel free to direct message us with suggestions #selfisolation #quarantine #mentalwellness #joinus ... #mentalhealthisimportant #mindandbody #thistooshallpass See more

**ALERT** These are very stressful and anxious times....Although our hearts are telling us to lean forward and help at this time, we have families that need to be cared for too. It is with a very heavy heart, that we have decided to shut down all in-person counselling sessions at Vanessa Lewis Counselling for the time being. We are here, but the office will be closed until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. You are welcome to contact us to book a session via phone ...or FaceTime. In the meantime, we have chosen to waive all cancellation fees, and are willing to work with you in terms of financial concerns while the pandemic is of concern. We all need to lean on each other during these messy, hard, difficult, and complicated times. In the meantime, reach out to friends, elderly, and family via phone or FaceTime to check in, get outside for walks with your family, read books, play with your kids, meditate, do yoga, watch a movie that you’ve been meaning to watch for the last couple of months, but never got around to, enjoy this time. Go inward, and grow from this experience, help your neighbours, start journaling, relax, have a nap, be in nature, take up a virtual workout class, start focus on a new nutrition routine, do crafts, call a therapist, be mindful, and soak in every second of just ‘being’. Open yourselves and your hearts to this opportunity to be at home with your kids. And remember...sometimes what seems like a setback, is really an opportunity to do better See more

Y O U. A R E. E N O U G H. Wise words written by my 5 year old this morning #youareenough #love #psychotherapy #lifesjourney #selfcare #thoughts #therapy #loveyourself #selflove #photooftheday

Hi everyone! It's been a while, I've updated my website, with a ton of new information. Check it out :) A special thanks for Memory Designs for completing this beautiful website for me. :) www.vlcounselling.com

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Need counselling? Does your work have an EAP (Employment Assistance Program) that could let you see a registered psychotherapist free of charge? Vanessa works with EAP companies. PM for more details.

Vanessa is a member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. Please inquire to see if you extended health care benefits would apply.