Anxiety & Stress Depression & Mood Disorders PTSD & Trauma Personality Disorders (e.g., BPD)
905-320-5835
Psychotherapy for Burlington, Oakville &
Across Ontario
Compassionate therapy and counselling for adults struggling with anxiety, low mood, panic, emotional overwhelm, grief, relationship struggles or the lasting effects of trauma. Online and in-person sessions available.
Are You Feeling:
• Constantly on edge or overwhelmed?
• Stuck in cycles of overthinking or panic?
• Impacted by past experiences that still feel present?
• Irritable, exhausted, or disconnected in relationships?
• Like you 'should' be coping better than you are?
If so, you’re not alone.
I provide therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles and trauma in the Burlington and Oakville areas, as
well as online therapy across Ontario, supporting adults who want to feel
calmer, clearer, and more in control of their lives.
Specialized Support For:
• Anxiety & panic attacks
• Trauma & PTSD
• Childhood trauma & attachment wounds
• Nervous system dysregulation
• Chronic stress & burnout
• Relationship challenges
• Low mood & self-criticism
• Grief and Loss
My Approach
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based care. I draw on EMDR therapy to address trauma and PTSD, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to support anxiety and low mood, Internal Family Systems (IFS) to work compassionately with protective patterns, and nervous system regulation strategies within a trauma-informed psychotherapy framework to foster lasting healing and resilience.
Therapy is not about 'fixing' you. It’s about helping you understand your patterns, regulate overwhelming emotions, and create meaningful change at a pace that feels safe.
You don’t have to manage anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, grief or trauma
alone.
Book a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.
Whether you are looking to cope with a specific mental health issue, better manage unpleasant emotions or simply want to feel better about yourself, help is available.
Marital & Relationship Challenges Self-Esteem & Confidence Issues Work-Related Stress & Burnout Grief & Loss
Chronic Stress Management Insomnia & Sleep Difficulties Weight Management & Emotional Eating
About Susan Newton-Poulter
Registered Psychotherapist | Burlington, Ontario
Beginning therapy can feel vulnerable. Many
people arrive feeling overwhelmed, self-critical, or unsure where to start. If
that’s you, please know that you don’t need to have it all figured out before
reaching out.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist providing anxiety, trauma, and depression
therapy in Burlington and Oakville, as well as secure online therapy across
Ontario. I work with adults who often appear capable and responsible in their
lives, yet internally feel anxious, exhausted, disconnected, or weighed down by
past experiences.
My approach is warm, steady, and collaborative. I believe meaningful change
happens in a space where you feel genuinely heard and understood. Therapy is
not about judgment or quick fixes. It is about slowing down enough to
understand what is happening beneath the surface and gently working toward
change.
Areas Commonly Supported
• Persistent anxiety or panic
• Emotional overwhelm or burnout
• Unresolved trauma or attachment wounds
• Self-criticism and shame
• Low mood or loss of motivation
• Grief due to the loss of a loved one or loss of employment
I integrate evidence-based approaches, including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems
(IFS), and nervous system regulation strategies. While these tools guide our
work, the foundation of therapy is the relationship we build together — one
grounded in trust, respect, and emotional safety.
I have always been drawn to understanding how people make sense of their
experiences and how early patterns shape the way we relate to ourselves and
others. That curiosity, combined with ongoing professional learning, informs
the thoughtful and grounded presence I bring into each session.
I believe that symptoms often make sense when we understand the story behind
them. Together, we explore your patterns with curiosity and compassion, helping
you move toward greater clarity, resilience, and self-trust.
Therapy with me is steady and reflective. We move at a pace that feels
manageable, creating space for both insight and practical change.
If you are looking for a therapist in Burlington, Oakville, or online across Ontario, I invite you to book a free 15-minute consultation. We can talk about what’s bringing you here and whether working together feels like the right fit.
MA in Counselling Psychology – Yorkville University Clinical Training - St. Joseph’s Health Care Centre BA in Psychology – Lakehead University Certificate in Palliative Care – Lakehead University Diploma in Food and Nutrition – Humber College
Cognitive Behavioural Therapist – Academy of Cognitive Therapy Solution-Focused Therapist – University of Toronto Internal Family Systems Therapist Trained in EMDR Therapy – Niagara Stress & Trauma
Therapy should be as individual as you are. Drawing from a variety of evidence-based approaches, together we can create a personalized path toward healing and growth.