Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy in Burlington
At Safe Harbour Psychotherapy, we believe in the transformative power of compassionate, client-centered care. Founded by Julianne Maslabey, a Registered Psychotherapist with 30 years of experience, our practice is built on the understanding that every individual, couple, and family possesses innate strengths to overcome life's challenges. Our team of certified professionals employs evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Transformative Couples Therapy, Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship conflicts. With three accessible locations in Burlington, St.Catharines, and Port Elgin, we offer flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, to accommodate diverse client needs. Our commitment to ongoing professional development ensures that our therapists integrate the latest advancements in mental health research into their practice. We prioritize creating a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their emotions, rebuild connections, and achieve lasting healing. Our direct billing services with major insurance providers enhance accessibility to quality mental health care. Through personalized therapeutic relationships, we empower clients to rediscover their resilience and cultivate fulfilling lives.
Services
Individual Counselling
Couples Counselling
Family Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Pre-Marital Counselling
LGBTQ Support
Art Psychotherapy
Workplace Stress Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined experience in trauma-informed therapy
- Our therapists use evidence-based modalities like AEDP and Transformative Couples Therapy
- We provide flexible scheduling including evening and weekend appointments
- Direct billing available with major Canadian insurance providers
- Three accessible locations serving Burlington, Niagara, and Bruce County regions
Services
Individual Counselling
Our individual counseling sessions provide a safe space for clients to explore emotional challenges and life difficulties. Using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy, our registered therapists help clients process past traumas, build emotional resilience, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. This service caters to adults seeking personal growth and those struggling with anxiety, depression, or life transitions.
Couples Counselling
Specialized relationship therapy using attachment-based models like Transformative Couples Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Our certified practitioners help couples improve communication, resolve conflicts, and rebuild emotional connections. This service addresses issues including pre-marital preparation, infidelity recovery, and long-term relationship maintenance through experiential exercises and emotional processing techniques.
Family Therapy
Comprehensive family therapy services addressing intergenerational patterns and relationship dynamics. Our two-stage assessment process identifies family system challenges, followed by targeted interventions to improve communication and resolve conflicts. This service supports families navigating transitions, blended family dynamics, and multi-generational healing through structured therapeutic sessions.
Art Psychotherapy
Registered art psychotherapy combining visual arts with clinical practice to treat mental health conditions. This evidence-based approach uses creative expression to regulate emotions, process trauma, and improve self-awareness. Certified art therapists employ techniques like mandala assessment and mindfulness-based interventions to address anxiety, chronic pain, and workplace stress through both individual and group sessions.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized trauma treatment using advanced therapeutic modalities including EMDR and somatic approaches. Our trauma-informed care addresses PTSD, abuse recovery, and complex trauma through personalized treatment plans. Therapists integrate neuroscience findings to help clients reprocess traumatic memories and develop emotional regulation skills in a safe therapeutic environment.
People
Julianne Maslabey
Founder & Lead Therapist
Registered Psychotherapist with 30 years of experience specializing in trauma recovery and couples therapy. Certified in Transformative Couples Therapy and AEDP, Julianne combines clinical expertise with personal insight from her own healing journey to help clients rebuild emotional connections.
Carmen Esau
Registered Psychotherapist
Specializes in anxiety, depression, and relationship counseling using integrative approaches including ACT and Gottman Method. Offers flexible scheduling with in-person and online sessions, focusing on building client resilience through evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
David Moyes
Registered Social Worker
CBT and DBT specialist with expertise in treating trauma, anxiety, and behavioral concerns across the lifespan. Combines clinical training from Hunter School of Social Work with mindfulness techniques to create supportive therapeutic environments for children and adults.
Myra Rados
Registered Art Therapist
Certified art psychotherapist pioneering workplace mental health interventions. Specializes in PTSD treatment and assessment using creative modalities, with expertise in MARI assessment and transpersonal art therapy techniques for existential crisis resolution.
Madeleine Pryce
Clinical Counsellor
Trauma specialist with advanced training in domestic violence and childhood sexual abuse recovery. Uses a compassionate approach to help clients overcome low self-esteem and depression, offering flexible scheduling including Saturday appointments.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual, couple, and family therapy using evidence-based approaches like CBT, AEDP, and Transformative Couples Therapy. Specialized services include art psychotherapy and trauma recovery programs.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we direct bill major Canadian providers including Green Shield, Sunlife, and Great West Life. Medavie Blue Cross coverage is available for veterans and military personnel.
How can I book an appointment?
Book through our website or contact any location directly. Most appointments available within a week, with evening, weekend, and virtual options for flexibility.
What mental health issues do you treat?
Our therapists address anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflicts, workplace stress, and life transitions. Specialized programs exist for PTSD, family dynamics, and LGBTQ+ support.
Are your therapists certified?
All practitioners are registered professionals with credentials including RP, RMFT, RSW, and specialized certifications in trauma therapy, couples counseling, and art psychotherapy.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes, secure online therapy available daily via Zoom. Virtual options complement in-person sessions at our Burlington, St. Catharines, and Port Elgin locations.
