ABOUT EVANGELYNN

Psychotherapy, therapy, and counselling in Mississauga

Why is there pain? Why is there suffering? Do I have a purpose? Does life have meaning? How do I move forward from all of this?

If you feel alone, overwhelmed, exhausted, hurt, or stuck, know that you are not alone. There is hope.

Whatever your story is and wherever you are in that story, I can meet you right there.

Through therapy, I will work with you to help you navigate life's challenges, find meaning for the broken pieces in your story, and walk forward with renewed purpose.

You can absolutely learn how to develop more positive coping skills for distressing emotions, build resilience through difficult experiences, repair fractured relationships in your life, and gain greater confidence in yourself.

Certifications:

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Certificate from Wilfrid Laurier University
Basic Training Completion in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) Level 1 and Level 2 Certificate
Continuing education and specialized workshops in Addiction Treatment, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Parts Work, Trauma-Informed Care, and Attachment-based Therapy.

Modalities and Approaches:

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Solution Focused Therapy (SFT)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Trauma-informed therapy
Attachment-oriented
Faith-based
Biblically-based, Christian counselling

Areas of Specializations:

Addiction and Substance Use
Childhood trauma and adverse childhood experiences
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Depression & Anxiety
Self-esteem and Body Image Issues
Stress and Burnout
Relationship Issues & Interpersonal Issues
Family Conflict
Parenting and attachment
Life Transitions
Loneliness & Isolation
Faith-related struggles
Existential crises

About Evangelynn's approach

I have been in the field for 9+ years, focusing on helping individuals work through trauma, feelings of hopelessness, loss, and loneliness. A large part of my career thus far has been spent working with individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, addiction, acute/chronic trauma, and mental health issues. I am honoured to have been a part of the stories of so many people. And I would be honoured to be a part of yours.

My theoretical approach is an integrative strengths-based, trauma-informed, and attachment-oriented approach. I have received professional training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and EMDR.

My therapeutic approach is also shaped by my own life experiences, my own past wounds, and my own faith in God. I provide counselling from a Biblically-based, Christian perspective upon request for those seeking to process concerns regarding their faith or to integrate their concerns with their faith.

I am also a second-generation Malaysian Chinese, born and raised in Mississauga, Ontario; and I have a deep understanding of the complexities of identity and cultural heritage within the Asian community.

While I walk with people through varying different concerns, I specialize in supporting people through addiction, childhood trauma, other trauma (acute/chronic/complex), relationship issues, attachment wounds, loneliness, self-esteem issues, faith struggles, and existential crises.

I recognize that life is hard, the world is in chaos, and that people are losing hope.

My goal is to work with you and alongside you on your journey - wherever you are in that journey. My focus is helping you find healing, freedom, and hope, regardless of what you have been through and what you are going through right now. My desire is that you will experience transformation beyond therapy.

Book a free phone consultation with me and let's connect!