Evidence-Based Counselling in Alliston & Across Ontario
Personalized support for individuals, couples, families, teens, and children in Simcoe County, Newmarket, and throughout Ontario. Begin with a free 15-minute consult.
What We Offer at Oak & Sands
Therapy Services Rooted in Compassion and Expertise
Oak & Sands Counselling Services provides a full spectrum of evidence-based mental health support from our Alliston hub, serving Simcoe County, Newmarket, York Region, and the wider Ontario community. Our approach blends clinical excellence with a warm, client-first philosophy. Whether you’re seeking help for trauma, navigating relationship challenges, or supporting a child through big feelings, our registered professionals tailor every session to fit your unique needs. We specialize in modalities such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, and EFT, ensuring you receive the right support at the right time. With in-person and secure virtual options, accessible scheduling, and a human-centred atmosphere, we’re here to help you grow from where you are today to a stronger, more resilient tomorrow.
Trauma & PTSD Therapy
Specialized trauma care for PTSD and complex trauma using EMDR and other evidence-based approaches. Ideal for clients feeling stuck or seeking relief from difficult memories.
Therapy for Women
Support for women navigating the mental load, motherhood transitions, low self-worth, and the pursuit of authenticity. Space to reclaim identity and set boundaries.
Couples Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples and spouses, focused on rebuilding trust, improving communication, and breaking unhelpful patterns.
Family Therapy
Strengthen family dynamics, address communication breakdowns, and resolve conflict. Includes support for blended families and household transitions.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) helps clients process trauma, anxiety, distressing memories, and emotional triggers in a structured, evidence-based way.
Individual Counselling
One-on-one counselling designed to support anxiety, depression, stress, grief, burnout, self-esteem challenges, and major life transitions with personalized care
Virtual Counselling
Secure online therapy sessions available across Ontario, allowing you to access compassionate mental health support from the comfort and privacy of home.
Child & Youth Counselling
Age-appropriate therapy for children and teens struggling with anxiety, emotional regulation, school stress, social challenges, family changes, or behavioral concerns.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT helps identify and reshape unhelpful thought patterns, providing practical coping tools for anxiety, depression, stress, and emotional overwhelm.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
DBT-focused strategies help improve emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal relationships in everyday life.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
EFT helps individuals and couples better understand emotional responses, attachment patterns, and relationship dynamics to create stronger connections.
