Business Details
15 Years
experience
Expert Psychological Therapy in Burlington, Ontario
Scapinello, Samantha is a dedicated team of registered psychologists specializing in evidence-based therapies for adults and couples. Since 2011, we have provided personalized psychological assessments and therapeutic interventions tailored to individual needs. Our expertise spans Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches, ensuring clients receive the most effective care.We prioritize building a genuine, empathetic therapeutic relationship to foster comfort and safety. Located in Burlington, Ontario, we serve clients from surrounding areas, offering accessible, client-centered mental health support. Our practice emphasizes transparency, ethical standards, and continuous professional development to maintain the highest level of service excellence.
Services
Psychological Assessment
Individual Psychotherapy
Couples Therapy
Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy
Emotion Focused Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Disorder Therapy
Relationship Counseling
Life Transition Support
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer evidence-based therapies tailored to individual needs.
- Our team includes highly qualified registered psychologists with decades of combined experience.
- We prioritize a compassionate, client-centered therapeutic environment.
- Wheelchair accessible office with free parking available.
- No referral required to book an appointment.
Services
Psychological Assessment
Our comprehensive psychological assessments involve in-depth discussions to understand your unique challenges and history. For individuals, sessions last 80 minutes, while couples receive 150 minutes of combined and individual sessions. This process informs personalized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs.
Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy
CBT focuses on identifying and modifying unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. Our therapists use evidence-based techniques to address anxiety, depression, and other disorders, equipping clients with practical skills for lasting mental health improvements through structured, goal-oriented sessions.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy addresses communication breakdowns, infidelity, and other relationship challenges through collaborative sessions. We help partners develop healthier interaction patterns and resolve conflicts constructively, fostering stronger, more resilient relationships over 50-minute weekly sessions.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
MBSR combines mindfulness meditation and yoga to help manage stress, anxiety, and chronic pain. Our structured program teaches present-moment awareness techniques, promoting emotional regulation and overall well-being through both individual practice and guided sessions.
Emotion Focused Therapy
EFT helps clients process and transform difficult emotions to improve mental health. By exploring emotional roots of distress in a supportive environment, we facilitate healing through enhanced self-awareness and emotional regulation strategies during focused 50-minute therapy sessions.
People
Dr. Samantha Scapinello
Registered Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Scapinello holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Windsor and has over 15 years of experience in mental health. Specializing in mood and anxiety disorders, she integrates multiple evidence-based therapies to provide personalized care for adults and couples.
Questions
What services does Dr. Scapinello & Associates offer?
We provide psychological assessments, individual and couples therapy, and specialized treatments for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions using evidence-based approaches.
Do I need a referral to book an appointment?
No referral is required. Clients can contact us directly via phone or email to schedule initial assessments or therapy sessions.
What therapeutic approaches are used?
Our psychologists utilize Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and psychodynamic techniques tailored to individual client needs.
Are services covered by insurance?
Psychological services are typically covered by extended health insurance plans. Clients should verify their specific coverage details with their insurance provider.
What are session durations?
Assessment sessions last 80 minutes for individuals and 150 minutes for couples. Standard therapy sessions are 50 minutes long for both individual and couples counseling.
