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Lotus is a private mental health clinic offering evidenced based psychotherapy to our clients

01/18/2026

1 in 2 people aren’t getting the help they need.

Let’s change that by:
- talking
- listening
- supporting one another

01/16/2026

Meet Pheona, our student therapist.

She offers a calm, supportive space and is available

Mondays and Tuesdays for in-person and virtual sessions!

01/08/2026

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT!!

Spots are almost filled up for the first cohort of OCD & ERP beyond the manual, secure your spot today!

Note: if you are still seeing this that means spots are still open

💙Click the link in our bio to register💙

01/05/2026

Marvel takes Sundays very seriously 🐾

A reset isn’t just about preparing for the week ahead, it’s about caring for your overall wellbeing. Slowing down, resting your body, and giving your nervous system a chance to regulate can make a real difference in how you show up, not just on Monday, but every day.

Whether it’s a weighted blanket or simply a quiet moment, Sunday can be a gentle reminder that rest is part of being strong.

Marvel-approved: reset, recharge, and take care of yourself 💚

12/31/2025

As the year comes to a close, many of us feel a mix of relief, reflection, and quiet questions that don’t always have clear answers.

These six prompts are an invitation to pause.

Not to judge yourself.

Not to “fix” anything.

Just to notice.💙

You might reflect on when you felt most energized, what drained you more than you realized, or the small habits that quietly shaped your days. You might notice pride where you didn’t expect it, or fear that played a bigger role than you’d like to admit.

There’s no right way to move through these questions. Sit with the ones that resonate. Skip the ones that don’t. Come back to them later if you need to.

Reflection doesn’t have to be dramatic to be meaningful. Sometimes it’s simply about making a little more space for clarity and self-compassion as you step into a new year.

Inspired by an article by Deepak Chopra, originally published in The New York Times.

If you’d like support as you reflect, reset, or set intentions for the year ahead, our team is here to help. Link in bio to learn more or reach out to book a session.

12/20/2025

Important update for clinicians planning to join our next OCD & ERP: Beyond the Manual training.

Our March 2026 cohort has officially shifted to Tuesday mornings from 9:30am–11:00am ET, with sessions now scheduled for:
March 24, March 31, April 7, April 14, April 21, and April 28.

12/12/2025

We’re excited to open registration for OCD & ERP: Beyond the Manual, our six-week live clinical training designed to deepen competency and confidence in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.

This program is built for clinicians who want to move beyond protocol checklists and learn how to work with OCD in a way that is nuanced, flexible, and grounded in real clinical decision-making.

Together, we’ll explore inhibitory-learning principles, rumination-focused interventions, subtle mental compulsions, and how to speak about symptoms and treatment in a way that strengthens therapeutic clarity.

Two 2026 cohorts are now open (January and March), each limited to 10 clinicians to ensure a highly interactive learning environment.

Participants will receive 9 CE credits upon completion.

If you’d like to join us:

Register through the link in our bio
or
Call our office at 289-895-8906 to reserve your spot.

We look forward to learning with you and supporting your growth in OCD treatment.

12/10/2025

New research from the International OCD Foundation highlights a significant gap in care for people living with OCD.

Only 1 in 6 individuals receive an accurate diagnosis.

🔵Up to 10 million people in the United States live with OCD, and nearly 95% are not receiving the most effective, evidence-based treatment.

OCD is a highly treatable condition — yet for many, delayed diagnosis and limited access to specialized care remain major barriers. Increasing awareness, training, and early intervention is essential to closing this gap.

(Source: International OCD Foundation)

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12/09/2025

Now enrolling for OCD & ERP: Beyond the Manual — a six-week, live virtual clinical training designed for regulated mental-health professionals who want to deepen confidence and fluency in OCD treatment.

This advanced program moves beyond protocol-driven ERP to focus on real-time clinical decision-making, rumination-focused interventions, and nuanced case formulation. Training is led by Elisha Schafer, MSW, RSW, Clinical Director of Lotus Counselling Services and Adjunct Professor with McMaster University’s Department of Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences.

Two 2026 cohorts now open.
Limited to 10 clinicians per cohort.
9 CE credits upon completion.

Register online or contact our office to reserve your spot.

🔗 Link in bio

12/05/2025

✨ Now Introducing: OCD & ERP — Beyond the Manual✨

A comprehensive 6-week clinical training for mental health professionals

We’re proud to announce a new advanced program designed for clinicians who want to strengthen their skills in treating OCD using Exposure & Response Prevention through a deeper, more nuanced approach.

➡️ What’s inside the training?

• A refined and evidence-based understanding of OCD

• Practical ERP tools grounded in inhibitory learning theory

• Strategies for identifying and interrupting rumination

• Training to recognize subtle compulsions often missed in treatment

• Case formulation strategies to uncover the core fear

• Live case demonstrations, scripts, and consultation-style guidance

• 9 CE credits upon completion

This program is ideal for licensed practitioners, associates, and graduate clinicians looking to build confidence and effectiveness in OCD treatment.

11/20/2025

Bullying can happen anywhere—at school, online, in workplaces, and within social circles. Its impact on mental health is real and long-lasting, often leading to anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and isolation.

This week is a reminder that every one of us plays a role in creating safer, kinder environments.

💛 Check in with the young people in your life
💙 Model compassion and boundaries
🤍 Speak up when something feels wrong
🧡 Remind someone they’re not alone

11/17/2025

Spotlighting Kailey Tufford, Registered Social Worker (BSW, MSW).

Kailey is known for her calm, thoughtful approach and her ability to help clients feel seen and understood.

Her availability: Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Address

299 Dundas Street East
Hamilton, ON
L0R2H6

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 8pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 6pm
Saturday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12898858906

Website

http://www.lotuscounsellingservices.ca/

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