Chasing Resilience Psychotherapy and Wellness Centre

01/08/2026

New year, complicated feelings?

We just shared a new blog on processing unmet expectations as the year begins - with compassion, not pressure.

👉 Read here: https://www.chasingresilience.ca/post/processing-unmet-expectations-as-the-new-year-begins

01/05/2026

🌿 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙩 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙩𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩: 𝙈𝙚𝙚𝙩 𝘼𝙨𝙝𝙡𝙚𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙖, 𝙍𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙋𝙨𝙮𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙩

We’re excited to introduce Ashley, a warm, grounded, and deeply compassionate psychotherapist. Ashley has over 𝙛𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙨 of experience and brings a blend of professional expertise and lived experience to her work, creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel genuinely 𝙨𝙚𝙚𝙣, 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙙, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙖𝙛𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙧 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙.

Ashley’s focus areas include inner child healing, narcissistic abuse recovery, relationship dynamics, anxiety, and helping clients reconnect with parts of themselves that have long felt unheard or neglected. Ashley has experience in working with first responders, entrepreneurs and athletes. Her approach is 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙘𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙩-𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙 - meeting each person exactly where they are and tailoring the therapy process to their needs.

Outside the therapy room, Ashley enjoys cooking new recipes, being at the hockey rink, pilates classes, enjoying her iced coffee and travelling the world.

Ashley offers therapy with 𝙚𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙮, 𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖 𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙢, 𝙬𝙚𝙡𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙮 helping clients feel supported as they move toward clarity, healing, and meaningful inner growth.

Ashley looks forward to connecting with you!

12/15/2025

🌿 𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒑𝒊𝒔𝒕 𝑺𝒑𝒐𝒕𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕: 𝑴𝒆𝒆𝒕 𝑱𝒐𝒓𝒅𝒚𝒏 𝑺𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒔𝒍𝒆𝒓, 𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝑷𝒔𝒚𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒑𝒊𝒔𝒕 (𝑸𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒇𝒚𝒊𝒏𝒈)

We are thrilled to welcome Jordyn to our team of dedicated therapists. Jordyn completed her internship with us, and we were so impressed by her compassionate, trauma-centred approach that we are excited to have her join our team permanently.

She blends Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) foundations while always meeting clients exactly where they are. Her 𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒎 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒄𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝒔𝒕𝒚𝒍𝒆 creates a safe space where clients feel 𝒔𝒆𝒆𝒏, 𝒔𝒖𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒆𝒅, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒆𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒅 throughout their healing journey.

Jordyn specializes in 𝒔𝒆𝒙𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓 𝒆𝒙𝒑𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏, 𝒅𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒄 𝒗𝒊𝒐𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆, 𝒍𝒊𝒇𝒆 𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒓𝒆𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒆𝒔. She is committed to providing a welcoming environment that honors each client’s unique story, fostering meaningful growth and lasting change. No matter the challenges a client brings to therapy, Jordyn is dedicated to guiding them with 𝒆𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒕𝒉𝒚, 𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒕.

12/10/2025

🔎Be curious, support local! This week’s Curious Communities Business Spotlight is Chasing Resilience Psychotherapy and Wellness Centre

🌿Chasing Resilience specializes in helping individuals, couples, youth, and families navigate stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma through personalized, evidence-based therapy. Show your library card at Chasing Resilience to receive a free 20 minute consultation and exclusive client perks!

👀Would you like to become a Curious Communities Business? Sign up for the free program at cplma.ca/programs-services/curious-communities-discount-program/

12/08/2025

🌿 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙩 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙩𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩: 𝙈𝙚𝙚𝙩 𝘽𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙖 𝘽𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙨, 𝙍𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙋𝙨𝙮𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙩 (𝙌𝙪𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙮𝙞𝙣𝙜)

Brenda brings a calm, grounding presence to her work - one rooted in 𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜, 𝙖𝙪𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙪𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙝𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙣 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣. She is someone who listens deeply and holds space without judgment, creating an environment where clients can show up exactly as they are.

Brenda offers a space to breathe, explore, and feel supported as she brings warmth and a sense of steadiness into sessions. She creates a sense of safety that allows clients to open up at their own pace, whether they’re navigating difficult emotions, life transitions, or simply seeking a space to reconnect with themselves.

𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 are at the heart of Brenda’s work. She honours each client’s pace, story, and strengths, ensuring they feel heard, understood, and supported throughout the process. With her, therapy is a shared journey - she looks forward to walking the therapeutic path together.

Brenda is now accepting new clients.

11/28/2025

🌿 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙩 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙩𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩: 𝙈𝙚𝙚𝙩 𝙆𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙮𝙣 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙢𝙞𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙚𝙡, 𝙍𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙋𝙨𝙮𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙩 𝙌𝙪𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙮𝙞𝙣𝙜

We’re excited to introduce Kathryn, a warm and compassionate therapist who brings both professional training and rich life experience to her work with clients. Kathryn offers 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞, 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭-𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐩𝐬𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲, creating a cozy, non-judgmental space where people feel seen, heard, and supported.

She specializes in 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬, 𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐟, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐢𝐠 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬. Her collaborative approach honours each client’s unique story, with a focus on growth, healing, and overall wellbeing.

Before entering the mental health field, Kathryn spent over 20 years in the professional finance sector. This background gives her a grounded, mature perspective - especially helpful for clients experiencing career stress, identity shifts, or complex life changes.

Outside the therapy room, Kathryn is an aspiring gardener, nature lover, historical-fiction reader, travel enthusiast and proud member of a lively blended family with two teens who keep her on her toes.

Kathryn brings 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐲, 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧-𝐭𝐨-𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 to her work.

She’s now accepting new clients and looks forward to walking alongside you on your path toward clarity, resilience, and meaningful change.

11/14/2025

🎄The holiday season can be full of joy… and stress. If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or struggling with family gatherings, you’re not alone.

Our latest blog shares 𝟕 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐭-𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 to reduce holiday stress and anxiety, set healthy boundaries, and protect your mental health. Plus, we’ve included a 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐭 to help you plan self-care and stay grounded throughout the season.

Read the full blog and download the worksheet here: https://www.chasingresilience.ca/post/how-the-holiday-season-impacts-mental-health-7-ways-to-protect-your-well-being

Take care of yourself this holiday season - your well-being matters.

10/31/2025

🎃 Feature Friday | Chasing Resilience Psychotherapy 🌿

On a day when things might feel a little spooky, it’s worth remembering that seeking help doesn’t have to be scary.

🌱 Chasing Resilience is a compassionate team of client-centered psychotherapists in Bowmanville. They help individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges and rediscover their inner strength.

Their approach focuses on authenticity, collaboration, and respect. They offer a safe and supportive space for growth and healing through both in-person and virtual therapy.

Whether you are working through anxiety, grief, or major life transitions, Amanda and her team are there to help you find balance, connection, and resilience.

I'll leave their contact details in the comments.

Because healing might feel daunting, but with the right support, it’s not so scary after all. 👻

09/17/2025

𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝑨𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 ✨

At Chasing Resilience Psychotherapy & Wellness, we are pleased to share our new collaboration with Durham Ultimate Fitness Club - located right next door to us!

As part of this partnership, clients who begin therapy with us will receive a complimentary wellness package valued at $545:

- 30 Days at Ultimate Fitness
- 2 Weeks Free at Push
- $200 in Personal Training

We believe that supporting both mental and physical wellness can provide clients with more opportunities for balance and resilience.

To learn more or book a consultation, please reach out to the team!

https://www.chasingresilience.ca

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Services are provided in accordance with the standards of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.

09/05/2025

✨ September is Su***de Prevention Month ✨

Every life matters. Every story matters.

Suicidal thoughts can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. This month, we’re raising awareness, breaking down stigma, and reminding our community that support is available and healing is possible.

In our latest blog, we cover:
✔️ Why Su***de Prevention Month matters
✔️ Warning signs to look out for
✔️ How to support someone you care about
✔️ Local crisis resources in Bowmanville & across Ontario

“You don’t need the perfect words. What matters most is showing up with compassion.”

👉 Read the full blog here: https://www.chasingresilience.ca/post/september-is-suicide-prevention-month-support-and-hope-in-bowmanville

At Chasing Resilience Psychotherapy and Wellness Centre in Bowmanville, our therapists are here to provide safe, nonjudgmental support—both in-person and online across Ontario.

You are not alone.

Every September, communities across the world recognize Su***de Prevention Month—a time to raise awareness, offer education, and most importantly, remind people that you are not alone.At Chasing Resilience Psychotherapy and Wellness Centre in Bowmanville, we know that suicidal thoughts can feel ov...

08/30/2025

𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒖𝒈𝒈𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒂𝒏𝒙𝒊𝒆𝒕𝒚? 𝒀𝒐𝒖’𝒓𝒆 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒂𝒍𝒐𝒏𝒆. 🌿

Support groups can provide connection, understanding, and practical tools to help manage anxiety. In our latest blog, we explore how these groups foster healing, hope, and resilience.

👉 Read more: https://www.chasingresilience.ca/post/why-anxiety-support-groups-work-finding-connection-healing-and-hope

Living with anxiety can feel overwhelming. The constant worry, racing thoughts, or panic can make daily life exhausting—and it’s easy to feel like you’re facing it all alone. But you’re not. Across communities everywhere, more and more people are finding relief through anxiety support groups...

08/29/2025

🌿 𝑻𝒂𝒌𝒆 𝒂 𝑴𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝑻𝒐𝒅𝒂𝒚

Life moves fast, and sometimes anxiety or stress can sneak in without warning. Remember: pausing for just a few minutes can make a big difference.

Try this simple practice:

𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟒 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐬.
𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟒 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐬.
𝐄𝐱𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟔 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐬.
𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝟑 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬.

Even small moments of mindfulness can help you feel grounded, calm, and more in control.

What’s one small thing you’re doing for your mental health today? Share below—we’d love to hear! ✨