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Evidence Based Therapy In York Region

At Ascent Counselling we can help you find balance, recover and learn to discover the strength within for a long lasting change.

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If you’re feeling stuck in a negative cycle with anxiety or struggle with symptoms of anxiety, OCD or depression, I’m here to help you experience the change and relief you’re looking for. I am passionate about empowering individuals with tools to succeeding in meeting their identified goals and help them discover the strength within and build up their skills for a lasting change. I am committed to helping each of our service recipients identify what a purposeful life means to them and to help them work through whatever obstacles may interfere with ascending towards that goal. I offer in person and virtual counselling to children, youth, adults and families through partner agency York Region CBT located in Vaughan, Ontario. We are happy to discuss our services further. Schedule a free consultation now:

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The First Step To A Better You

Our approach is highly personalized, integrating innovative, evidence-based techniques to help individuals achieve powerful change. Contact us now to schedule a free consultation to discuss your situation.

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testimonials

Cristian's kind and empathetic nature always made me find our sessions a safe and happy place. I gained a new perspective on so many things that had been causing me anxiety by learning about the CBT framework of anxiety” 

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Mika

I have referred many people to York Region CBT - Cristian over the last year and would support anyone any parent who's child is dealing with OCD to make that initial appointment and start working with Cristian.

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Mary

Cristian is methodical and will take you through the CBT steps without any judgment and drama so soon you will find new ways of looking at things in a different light without changing your personality or things you believe in. 

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Cindy