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Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Partner in London & Woodstock
The Counselling House is a dedicated mental health practice offering comprehensive counseling and therapy services to individuals, couples, families, and professionals. With a team led by Dr. Laurie Ponsford-Hill, a registered social worker and therapist with multiple certifications, we provide personalized care for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. Our evidence-based approaches include EMDR, CBT, art therapy, and mindfulness, alongside specialized programs for anger management, grief counseling, and chronic pain coaching.We serve clients in London, Woodstock, and surrounding areas of Ontario, with flexible session options including in-person, phone, and online counseling. Our mission is to empower clients through compassionate support, fostering resilience and meaningful personal growth.
Services
Individual Counselling
Couples Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Anger Management
Grief Counselling
Art Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Hypnotherapy
Stress Management
Online Counselling
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized therapy with a registered clinician having 20+ years of experience.
- Our evidence-based methods include EMDR, CBT, and trauma-informed care.
- We provide flexible session options: in-person, phone, and secure online counseling.
- Our team holds multiple specialized certifications in mental health disciplines.
- We serve London, Woodstock, and surrounding communities with local expertise.
Associations and certifications
- AAMFT
- CAMFT
- CCC
- RSW
- CRPO
- EMDR International Association
Services
Individual Counselling
One-on-one sessions addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and personal growth. Our therapists use evidence-based techniques to build resilience and emotional balance. Clients develop coping strategies for lasting mental health improvements.
EMDR Therapy
Specialized therapy for trauma recovery using eye movement desensitization and reprocessing. This evidence-based method helps process distressing memories and reduce emotional distress for long-term healing.
Couples Therapy
Sessions designed to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relationships. We help couples develop understanding and create healthier relationship patterns through structured therapeutic approaches.
Anger Management
Structured program teaching healthy coping mechanisms for anger. Clients learn to understand triggers, develop self-control techniques, and improve interpersonal relationships through cognitive-behavioral strategies.
Art Therapy
Therapeutic use of creative expression to explore emotions and reduce stress. This approach helps clients process experiences through art-making combined with traditional counseling techniques.
People
Dr. Laurie Ponsford-Hill
Lead Therapist
Registered Social Worker with 20+ years of experience in trauma therapy, EMDR, and relationship counseling. Specializes in integrating faith-based perspectives with evidence-based mental health treatment.
G. David Jaramillo
Theocentric Counsellor
Spiritually-focused therapist combining biblical principles with modern counseling techniques. Helps clients find meaning through faith-based approaches to mental health challenges.
Sarah Otten
Counselling Associate
Supports clients with anxiety, life transitions, and relationship issues using person-centered approaches. Provides compassionate care grounded in evidence-based therapeutic practices.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual counseling, couples therapy, EMDR trauma treatment, anger management, grief counseling, art therapy, and specialized programs for anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, we offer secure video and chat-based counseling sessions for clients who prefer remote access to mental health services.
Are your therapists licensed professionals?
Our lead therapist Dr. Laurie Ponsford-Hill holds multiple credentials including RSW, RMFT, RCAT, and RP certifications.
What areas do you serve in Ontario?
We serve London, Woodstock, Port Stanley, and surrounding communities with in-person and virtual counseling options.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at 519-421-2845 to book evening, weekend, or daytime sessions by appointment.
Reviews (5)
K. E.
Jul 19, 2021
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Lacks trauma informed approaches. Not warm or welcoming. Felt worse after the session than I did before. After seeing a real trauma informed therapist, i now know how terrible this was. I left feeling better with a new therapist, the way it should be! You can't heal deep trauma wounds with someone who has no awareness or compassion. Absolutely terrible.
J. Ficarella
May 20, 2021
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In having been a part of the ACT program and helping to make therapy more affordable and accessible, Dr. Laurie has been absolutely wonderful to work with as clinical director; she provides for a highly professional and rewarding experience for all therapists under her wing.
Jenn Neeb
Apr 28, 2021
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The Counselling House provided a warm, helpful and supportive environment to learn and grow as an accrediting therapist. The range of services offered allows a diverse clientele to obtain support.
Janet Sheldon
Apr 27, 2021
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The Counselling House's Accrediting Counsellors and Therapists program provided me with the opportunity to grow and develop as a counselling intern in many ways. It was a very positive experience.
Nicole Brucculeri
Sep 07, 2020
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The Counselling House provided me a great place to grow and provided me with a lot of new skills I can take forward with me. I am very thankful for all the individuals there, their kindness, and their warmth.
