“The way you tell your story influences how the rest of your story unfolds.”

- Joe G

Counselling assists individuals, couples and families in reframing stories of pain, suffering, and conflict into stories of coping, resiliency and strength.

 It can help one develop insight into his/her thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and reactions by cultivating moment to moment awareness.

This process is beneficial for those wanting to resolve various conflicts/issues and for those seeking greater focus, clarity and calm. Through this reflective process, clients begin to transition through the stages of change.

Acknowledging a need for counselling and reaching out for support are generally the first steps in the therapeutic process.

An initial phone screening will help to identify whether counselling is recommended. Referrals to community resources and other health care practitioners are provided, when appropriate. If suitable, an initial assessment is scheduled. This allows for a comprehensive assessment of your needs. At the end of the assessment (consisting of 1-2 scheduled sessions), mutually agreed goals are discussed and a treatment plan developed. 

Please be aware that the clinic number is not a distress line. If you are in distress or crisis, please contact Distress Centre Peel at 905-584-7770 for Caledon, 310-COPE(2673) for York Region, Toronto Distress Centre at 416-408-HELP(4357) for Toronto, or contact 9-1-1 or attend the nearest hospital emergency room.

For more information or to setup a time for an initial phone screening, contact Joe directly at 647-313-2706 or joegentilecounselling@gmail.com. I ask that you anticipate 24-48 hours for a response. Please note that e-mail is for general correspondence and administrative purposes and not intended to provide e-counselling services. E-counselling service is not provided at this time. Please consult with your counsellor for more information regarding communication technology and e-mail response, confidentiality and fees.