Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in Ancaster
Lesley Hannell Counselling & Psychotherapy has been dedicated to empowering individuals, couples, and families to achieve emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being since 1995. As a registered psychologist with over 40 years of experience in clinical and counselling psychology, Lesley Hannell combines traditional psychotherapeutic techniques with innovative modalities such as equine-assisted psychotherapy and energy psychology. Our practice prioritizes creating a safe, confidential space where clients can explore their challenges and develop personalized strategies for growth. With a focus on trauma-informed care, we address issues ranging from anxiety and depression to complex relationship dynamics and post-traumatic stress. Our team integrates evidence-based practices like cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and gestalt therapy to foster self-awareness and resilience.We also offer specialized psychological assessments and diagnostic reports tailored to clients' unique needs. Through decades of service, including roles as a supervising psychologist and crisis intervention leader, we have cultivated a practice rooted in empathy, expertise, and ethical integrity. Our commitment to holistic healing extends to retreats and workshops that connect clients with nature and equine therapy. We maintain affiliations with professional organizations such as the College of Psychologists of Ontario and the Ontario Psychological Association. By emphasizing client-centered care and continuous professional development, we strive to be a trusted partner in our clients' journeys toward lasting transformation.
Services
Counselling & Psychotherapy
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy
Energy Psychology
Psychological Assessment & Diagnosis
Healing Time With Horses Event
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in clinical psychology and crisis intervention.
- Our team includes a registered psychologist with specialized training in energy psychology.
- We provide personalized therapy combining traditional and innovative modalities.
- Our practice emphasizes trauma-informed, client-centered care and ethical integrity.
- We offer flexible booking options including a cancellation waitlist for urgent appointments.
Services
Counselling & Psychotherapy
Personalized one-on-one therapy sessions address anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma using evidence-based methods like cognitive-behavioral therapy and gestalt therapy. Our approach emphasizes self-awareness, emotional resilience, and practical skill-building for lasting change. Clients engage in confidential, non-judgmental sessions tailored to their unique life circumstances and goals.
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy
Experiential therapy involving guided interactions with horses to promote emotional growth and self-discovery. This non-riding program helps clients develop self-esteem, communication skills, and trauma recovery through structured activities and reflective processing with trained professionals.
Energy Psychology
A mind-body approach combining manual muscle testing, acupoint stimulation, and affirmations to reduce psychological distress. This modality effectively addresses anxiety, phobias, and self-limiting beliefs while promoting personal development and emotional balance through the body's energy systems.
Psychological Assessment & Diagnosis
Comprehensive assessments involving clinical interviews and standardized tests to identify emotional, psychological, or behavioral concerns. Clients receive detailed reports and diagnostic clarification for insurance, legal, or personal purposes, followed by tailored treatment recommendations from our registered psychologist.
Healing Time With Horses Event
A structured day-long retreat combining equine therapy, mindfulness practices, and guided reflection. Participants engage in nature-based activities and conclude with a fire ceremony to process emotional healing and foster spiritual renewal in a supportive group setting.
People
Lesley Hannell
Registered Psychologist
A licensed psychologist with 40+ years of experience, Lesley specializes in trauma-informed care, energy psychology, and equine-assisted therapy. She founded Women in Crisis shelter and maintains advanced training in multiple therapeutic modalities.
Chelsea Avram
Registered Psychotherapist
A registered psychotherapist with experience since 2017, Chelsea provides counseling under Lesley Hannell's supervision, focusing on client-centered approaches to emotional and mental health challenges.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide traditional psychotherapy, equine-assisted therapy, energy psychology, and mindfulness-based approaches tailored to individual needs.
Are your services covered by insurance?
Our psychological assessments and therapy sessions may be covered by extended health plans; clients should verify with their provider.
How do I book an appointment?
Appointments can be scheduled online through our booking system or by contacting us directly via phone.
Do you offer crisis support?
While we are not an emergency service, we offer a waitlist for cancellations to accommodate urgent needs.
What is equine-assisted psychotherapy?
This experiential therapy uses horse interactions to foster emotional growth and self-awareness without requiring riding skills.
Are sessions confidential?
All therapy sessions maintain strict confidentiality within legal and ethical professional standards.
