Margot McKinlay

I’m more than a listening ear, I’m here to help YOU.

As a professional Psychotherapist . . .

I’m more than just a listening ear, I’m here to help you:

  • discover a new perspective
  • identify the source of the challenges you’re facing
  • equip you with tools and resources to cope and manage daily responsibilities.

All of us move through life with occasional experiences that leave us feeling overwhelmed and in need of support. Together we’ll work to better understand the situations, triggers and feelings that interfere with your health and happiness. I’m here to listen with compassion and without judgment, and to support you to find the way forward that feels the best for you in your unique situation. While my specific approach will depend on your particular concern, my approach is generally grounded in a combination of interventions from Solution-Focused, Emotion-Focused, Narrative and Cognitive Therapies.

I’m here to listen and provide the guidance and support you need to take positive steps in the right direction.

Some of My Specialties Include

Anxiety and Depression

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Techniques
  • Understanding triggers
  • Learning strategies to cope
  • Learning to manage panic and distress
  • Developing tools to relax
  • Improving sleep

Workplace Stress and Burnout

  • Recognizing your susceptibilities
  • Understanding your own reactions
  • Learning to manage emotions
  • Learning to set boundaries
  • Creating healthy work habits
  • Increasing resources for support

Relationships and Communication

  • Learning what creates a healthy relationship
  • Learning how to ask for what you need
  • Allowing vulnerability
  • Understanding intimacy
  • Breaking patterns that hurt

Grief and Loss

  • Dealing with overwhelm and disbelief
  • Coping with longing and despair
  • Understanding changes that accompany loss
  • Understanding your physical symptoms
  • Managing emotions and loneliness
  • Strengthening relationships for support

Let’s Get Started

In-Person and Virtual appointments available between 9am and 7pm
Interested in learning more or booking an appointment?

Our office is located just 1 kilometre south of Highway 7

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Margot McKinlay Counselling & Therapy

Call for a consultation!
Telephone: (289) 385-8337

2090 Keene Rd, Peterborough, Ontario K9J 6X7
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