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18 Years
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Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health and Life Coaching Solutions
Schurmann Counselling & Life has been dedicated to empowering individuals, couples, and families through transformative mental health services since 2008. Our practice combines evidence-based therapeutic techniques with personalized life coaching to address emotional, relational, and personal growth challenges. With over 25 years of clinical expertise, we specialize in ADHD assessments, emotional healing, and career development, offering flexible in-person and virtual sessions to accommodate diverse client needs. Our team of licensed professionals prioritizes holistic well-being, helping clients build resilience, improve self-esteem, and achieve sustainable life improvements. We maintain rigorous professional standards through continuous education and adherence to ethical therapeutic practices.By integrating cognitive-behavioral therapy with compassionate support, we guide clients toward meaningful self-discovery and lasting positive change. Our services are designed to accommodate busy schedules, with no waiting periods and insurance-friendly billing options. We serve clients in Markham, Ontario, and beyond through secure online counselling platforms. Our proven approach has helped over 90% of clients report significant improvements in emotional wellness and life satisfaction. We remain committed to advancing mental health awareness and accessibility through community education and innovative service delivery.
Services
Individual Counselling
Couple Therapy
ADHD Assessment
Online Counselling
Life Coaching
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of clinical experience in mental health therapy
- Specialized ADHD assessment and coaching services
- Flexible virtual sessions with no waiting periods
- Insurance-friendly billing and reimbursement options
- Holistic approach combining therapy and life coaching
What people say
Highly satisfied
Compassionate approach
Expertise
Flexible online sessions
Effective therapy
Services
Individual Counselling
Our individual counselling services address anxiety, depression, and personal growth challenges through evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Clients receive personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and goals. With over 25 years of clinical experience, we help individuals develop coping strategies and achieve emotional wellness.
Couple Therapy
Couple therapy focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and strengthening emotional connections between partners. Our approach addresses relationship patterns and fosters mutual understanding. With proven success in helping couples achieve lasting improvements in their relationships.
ADHD Assessment
Comprehensive ADHD assessments combine clinical interviews, standardized testing, and behavioral evaluations to provide accurate diagnoses. Our specialized services include tailored treatment plans and coaching strategies for individuals with ADHD. Backed by extensive experience in neurodiversity support.
Online Counselling
Secure online counselling sessions offer flexible mental health support accessible from any location. This service accommodates busy schedules and provides continuity of care during travel or inclement weather. Maintains the same therapeutic effectiveness as in-person sessions with 92% client satisfaction.
Life Coaching
Life coaching services focus on goal setting, career development, and personal transformation. We help clients overcome self-limiting beliefs and create actionable plans for achieving their aspirations. Integrates therapeutic insights with practical skill-building for sustainable progress.
People
John Schurmann
Therapist and Life Coach
John Schurmann is a registered social worker with B.A. in Psychology, B.S.W. (Honors), and M.S.W. degrees. He has over 25 years of clinical experience in mental health therapy and life coaching. Specializes in ADHD assessments and emotional healing, combining therapeutic expertise with practical coaching strategies to help clients achieve lasting personal growth.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual counselling, couple therapy, ADHD assessments, life coaching, and online counselling services tailored to clients' specific needs.
Are online therapy sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure virtual counselling sessions for clients who prefer remote access due to scheduling constraints or location limitations.
Do you specialize in ADHD treatment?
Yes, we provide comprehensive ADHD assessments and specialized coaching for individuals seeking support with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Is counselling covered by insurance?
Our services qualify for third-party insurance reimbursement through most extended health benefit plans covering registered social workers.
What are your session fees?
Fees vary based on session type and duration. We provide detailed cost information during initial consultations and offer flexible payment options.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
We maintain no waiting periods and typically schedule initial appointments within 48 hours of request during regular business days.
Reviews (5)
Kristina Virro
Mar 21, 2021
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John truly knows his stuff, especially when it comes to ADHD. He has been an incredibly helpful colleague and is skilled at breaking things down into simple terms that are easy to understand. He also has a real knack for creating a friendly, approachable, and welcoming space that is incredibly important for individuals who are taking the brave step of receiving therapy. Anyone who sees John is in very capable, kind hands!
Ck Wraps
Jan 14, 2020
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I've been seeing John for over a year. He's helped me take my life and myy business to an entirely new level. He's very easy to talk to and extremely helpful in helping you take the next step forward.
Kim Hagan
Sep 15, 2019
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Words cannot express how thankful I am that I have John to talk to when I need advice or guidance. As a Life Coach and Psychotherapist, John has helped me throughout the years. When we moved from Ontario to Alberta, I was able to continue with his services over the phone and/or Skype. I highly recommend John's services!
Angela M.
Jul 31, 2019
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Words can't express the gratitude I have for the counselling that John Schurmann has provided me. I have had a lot of challenges in my life and John would always give me perspective and strategies on tackling these challenges. Many times, I have walked into his office feeling hopeless about my situation, but with his wealth of knowledge and his down to earth demeanor, I have been able to leave his office feeling so much better about my situation which I never thought could have been possible. I call him a magician for being able to do that! I have done a lot of personal growth and John has been
Allen Froese
Jun 05, 2019
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John is a gifted Christian counselor, life coach, psychotherapist, and social worker. He uses his unique skill set to help others reach their best potential. I highly recommend his services.
