Meet your Counsellor
Samantha Ambrosio
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor #4143 with the Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada
Education:
Diploma in Counselling, Orca Institute
Certified in Health Mindset, HMCC
Certified Fitness and Nutrition Coach, Canfitpro
Diploma in Business Administration with a focus in Human Resources
Upon completing my education in Counselling, I began additional training in Complex Trauma Counselling and The Developmental Model.
When I am not in the counselling chair, I enjoy spending time with my loved ones, listening to podcasts, hiking, baking (mostly bread - it’s my favourite food), reading, watching reality TV, grabbing coffee, being by the water, dancing, and slowing down in nature.
Why I do this work
My journey into counselling began as a client. Through my fields of study prior to my decision to make the jump into counselling, there was a common thread connecting them all: being a supportive force for others. That said, both through my professional and personal experiences, it was something I always came back to.
When I first started therapy, I was seeking help navigating the grief of ongoing familial challenges, the long-term effects of chronic stress and anxiety on my nervous system, and my own relationship patterns that I was trying to re-write. Years of personal therapy have shown me just how transformative the process can be. I believe that when you are truly seen, safely met, and given a space where you don't have to perform or hold it all together, new worlds can open and lasting change can take root.
My own counsellor played a pivotal role in my life, and my hope is that I can provide that same empowering, non-judgmental, and therapeutic space for you. Having spent years in the client's chair myself and experiencing how life-changing therapy can be, it instilled in me a passion for providing an unwavering, compassionate partnership where clients can tap into their inner resilience and flourish. This continues to ground my practice, ensuring that clients are met with empathy, intentionality, and authenticity.
Being human is both beautiful and messy, and you deserve support while navigating the challenges that come with it.
Another layer to knowing this work personally
I've experienced anxious attachment myself and know how exhausting it can be to overthink, seek reassurance, or feel deeply unsettled and deflated when someone pulls away. Healing taught me that becoming more secure isn't about needing less love; it's about learning to become your own safe haven while staying connected to others, rewiring what true safety feels like in your relationships, and surrounding yourself with people who also see your worth. I know firsthand that although this kind of change takes time, self-compassion, and plenty of practice, it is possible.
Relationship issues
Navigating boundaries
Attachment wounds
Emotional regulation and understanding emotions
Self-worth
Anxiety and overwhelm
Trauma
Mindset
Stress and burn-out
Life transitions
Healing from family of origin patterns
Counselling Specialties
Values & Beliefs
Healing happens in connection when we feel truly seen, safe, and supported. Here are the core values and beliefs that guide my practice and shape how we will work together:
You Are the Expert: I respect your personal autonomy and your right to choose and direct your care is vitally important. My aim is to follow your lead as you show up for yourself and this journey. I see you as a whole person with lived experience that informs who you are and how you operate through the world.
Flattening the Hierarchy: Therapy should be a collaborative partnership. I actively work to reduce traditional power dynamics to create a space where your innate wisdom is central and you leave sessions feeling empowered.
Systemic Approach: I look at the bigger picture, exploring how your environment, relationships, community, and the systems you live in impact your well-being.
Radical Inclusion & Humility: I approach our work with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and non-judgment. Everyone is welcome exactly as they are.
Walking the Walk: I believe in the power of the therapeutic process and believe that therapists should go to therapy!
Modalities
I use a range of therapeutic modalities, but I am best described as a person-centred, emotion-focused, and parts work counsellor, operating from an attachment-based and trauma-informed lens.
Ultimately, we work together to see what approach may be the best for you individually and tailor it to your needs! Flexibility and curiosity are always prioritized, and if something isn’t working, we can set it aside and try something new.