Meet Our Therapists

Each therapist brings unique training and a shared commitment to care

A Trusted Team of Professionals

Our team includes professionals trained in Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, IFS, NeuroAffective Touch, and traditional psychotherapy. With diverse backgrounds and specializations, we work together to offer tailored care for PTSD, anxiety, grief, chronic pain, and more.

We also welcome multi-faith perspectives and take a holistic view of healing that includes the physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual.

Patricia Berendsen and Associates, London, Ontario

Patricia Berendsen

RMFT, RSW, RP, SEP

With over 25 years of experience in the counselling field, Patricia is a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist (RMFT), Registered Social Worker (RSW), Registered Psychotherapist (RP), and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). She specializes in trauma and the body, attachment issues, relationship challenges, and wellness in the workplace.

Services Offered by Patricia

• Psychotherapy
• Couples Counselling
• Clinical Supervision & Consultation
• Somatic Experiencing
• Neuro Affective Touch
• NARM

Patricia Berendsen and Associates, London, Ontario

Ann Bayly-Bruneel

RP, RCAT, SEP. Registered Psychotherapist, Art Therapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.

I have worked in the field of mental health, addiction and trauma for 20 years and have supported many individuals through their healing journey. I am trained in various integrative and relational therapies that support mind, body and spirit. I hold space and co-create safety so that you may listen and trust the wisdom within that empowers you towards more choice, freedom and boundless joy.

Services Offered by Ann

• Psychotherapy
• Art Therapy
• Couples Counselling
• Somatic Experiencing
• Clinical Supervision & Consultation

Patricia Berendsen and Associates, London, Ontario

Dr. Anne Toth

MSW, Ed.D., RSW (SARNIA), English, French, ASL

With over 40 years of experience in the field, she provides consultation,
assessment, counselling, and therapy for those affected by trauma, abuse,
bereavement, adoption, substance abuse, addiction, interpersonal, and work related issues. Among other degrees and certificates, Anne Toth holds degrees at both the Bachelor and Masters level of Social Work and Doctor of Education.

Services Offered by Anne

• CBT
• EMDR
• Emotional Freedom Technique
• Somatic Experiencing

Patricia Berendsen and Associates, London, Ontario

Andre Stam

MACP, RP, CCC, OCT

Andre has spent over 15 years working with children, youth as well as their parents in various roles as camp counsellor, teacher and therapist. He has counselled families, couples and individuals through many difficulties including grief, suicide, burnout, family breakdowns, anxiety, academic difficulties, depression, and financial problems. 

Services Offered by Andre

• Psychotherapy
• Individual Therapy
• Couples Counselling
• CBT-I
• Video Game Assisted Therapy
• Play Based Therapy
• Workshops

Patricia Berendsen and Associates, London, Ontario

Ashleigh Evans Rosehart

RSW, SEP

Ashleigh specializes in the areas of anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, hoarding and chronic disorganization, and life transitions, and has over five years experience working in the area of Violence Against Women (VAW). 

Services Offered by Ashleigh

• Counselling
• Somatic Experiencing

Patricia Berendsen and Associates, London, Ontario

Chantal Watier

ACSW, SEP, OACYC, English & French

I have been in practice professionally since 2011. My scope of practice is in the areas of trauma, addictions, and mental health, including the impact of such on the body as well as on relational and family dynamics, I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and hold an Addiction and Community Service Worker Diploma.

Services Offered by Chantal

• Counselling
• Child & Youth Counselling
• Somatic Experiencing

Patricia Berendsen and Associates, London, Ontario

Cristina Ionitoiu

RN, DBT Therapist, Service available in Romanian

Cristina believes that every person can create and harness their own fuel for mental wellbeing. This often begins with the difficult process of acknowledging our unwanted reality or the unpleasant parts of ourselves. Cristina is committed to helping every one of her clients find and use practical tools to overcome any personal struggle.

Services Offered by Cristina

• DBT
• Mindfulness Based CBT
• Counselling Services

Patricia Berendsen and Associates, London, Ontario

Hannah Vanderheyden

Somatic Therapeutic Coach

I believe each person has the tools and the knowledge within them to feel better. My intention is to help you practice self trust and be guided by your inner wisdom. We welcome “all the feels” to be experienced without judgment. Sessions are about support.

Services Offered by Hannah

• Couples Counselling
• Somatic Experiencing
• Coaching
• Facilitation