
Teresa DeReis
MACP, RCC
About
Teresa has a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and has completed specialized training through the Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute (CTRI) on Play Therapy (PT), Dialectic Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Exposure & Response Prevention Therapy (ERPT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT), anxiety, self-injury, and resilience in youth. She has also completed Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).
Teresa uses a child-centered approach and play therapy with younger children. With older children and teens, she uses a person-centered approach and incorporates a blend of CBT, DBT, and/or art therapy techniques to suit each client's needs.
Teresa provides a safe and supportive counselling space where young clients can build confidence, learn to understand and regulate their emotions, develop healthy thought and behaviour patterns, heal from trauma, and navigate life's challenges.
Areas of Focus
Mental Health & Emotions
Anxiety
Panic Attacks
Depression
Self-Esteem
Perfectionism
Emotion Regulation
Grief & Loss
Trauma
PTSD
Self-Harm
Suicidal Ideation
Relationships
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Healthy Boundaries
Peer/Social Issues
People-Pleasing

Identity & Personal Growth
Self-Esteem
Perfectionism
Identity
Body Image
Other
Youth Issues
Behavioural Challenges
Sensory Overwhelm
High Sensitivity
Sleep Issues
School Avoidance
Approach to Counselling
Person-Centered Therapy (PCT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT)
Art Therapy (AT)
Play Therapy (PT)
Trauma-Informed
Strengths-Based
