Tracy Riley, MA, CPsych

Tracy Riley, MA, CPsych I offer psychotherapy to adults as a registered psychologist with 20+ years of clinical experience. You might be longing to feel a greater sense of inner peace.

In-person near Sydenham, Ontario (north of Kingston), and by secure video across Ontario+. My approach is evidence-based and blends depth and pragmatism. Individual Therapy for Adults

You might feel stuck between the desire for engagement or growth and the difficulty of navigating life’s complexities, stress, demanding roles, anxiety, low mood, or impacts of past trauma. You may have tended to be someone who is thoughtful, curious, and dedicated to your relationships, your work, or to engaging with life with commitment; yet, that well of care and commitment may not extend as easily to yourself. With over 20 years of clinical experience, I provide therapy to adults facing these kinds of challenges, including extensive work with veterans and military members. How I Help

Through our work, I help you explore your experiences, gain greater self-understanding, develop skills, and work toward your goals. My approach is evidence-based and grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I strive to offer a compassionate presence and an approach that blends depth and pragmatism. How We Work

Our work begins with learning about your needs and goals, understanding your experiences, and using that information to inform therapy. We work within the frame of cognitive behavioural therapy at whatever pace feels right for you. Sessions are available:

-By video for those located across Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia.

-In-person in a private, quiet setting north of Kingston, Ontario, near Sydenham (South Frontenac Township). Practical Details and Educational Background

Registration: I am a registered psychologist in Ontario and have been a registered member of the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO) since 2010. My authorized areas of practice are Counselling Psychology and Clinical Psychology, working with adults. Insurance & Billing: Direct billing is available for several insurance providers. All clients are responsible for the fee (or the portion not covered by insurance) at the time of service. A receipt is always provided. Educational Background: I completed an undergraduate honours degree in psychology at Queen’s University (2002) and a Masters of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto (2004). Over the past 20 years, I have completed extensive training and practice in areas of compassion-focused therapy, and compassion-based and mindfulness-based therapy interventions and approaches. Connect

If you feel drawn to reach out, do. I welcome the opportunity to learn about you and what you’re hoping to change.

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09/29/2025

Feet on ground
Heart in hand
Facing forward
Be yourself
--Jann Arden

I had the pleasure and good fortune to experience Jann Arden and accompanying musicians in concert this week. It was wonderful. For this post, I offer four lines of lyrics from her song, Good Mother—lyrics that stayed with me after the show (among others). Reflecting, I thought of life; of the jou...

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K.D. Lang (from the interview): "I was very happy to win that Juno — it meant a lot to me. I remember saying that I promise to sing for all the right reasons, which was, you know, authenticity and truth and try not to sell out and try to retain a deep connection to pure inspiration, which is very difficult sometimes."

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"We move from constriction to expansion not by demanding that a painful emotion just simply disappear, or by straining to change its nature, but by surrounding it with spaciousness—a spaciousness infused with kindness." - Sharon Salzberg

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To seek what is special in everything.... What a beautiful orientation of the heart.
01/03/2023

To seek what is special in everything.... What a beautiful orientation of the heart.

"When we shift from trying to be special to seeking what is special in everything, we discover “the way under the way” — the timeless terrain of that mysterious force which animates and unites us." 💫

I hope in 2023 you spend more time seeking to find what is special in everything around you, even in the most simple and mundane of moments.

12/24/2022

For some, the holiday season is a time of immense joy and celebration. For others, it can be an incredibly painful reminder of what has been lost, or never was. I encourage you to move through this period of time with gentleness towards yourself and others—and don’t forget you can always practice lovingkindness to support yourself. We cannot avoid pain, but we can transform our response to it: gentleness, curiosity and kindness.

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Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 2pm

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