Matatoa Counselling

05/04/2026

Horses don’t care about your words.
They respond to presence, tension, and connection.
Working alongside them can help couples become more aware of emotional signals — and how those signals impact each other.
Experiential, meaningful, and often deeply moving.

05/01/2026

At Matatoa, support is not one size fits all.
Couples therapy, family therapy, and individual therapy are all available, with EFT work that can happen in person, virtually, and in ways that fit what people are actually looking for.

Some people love the farm setting. Others prefer a more traditional therapy experience. Both are welcome. For couples who do want that option, the next Hold Me Tight® with Horses weekend is July 11–12.

04/28/2026

https://www.matatoa.org/post/discover-connection-and-growth-in-our-hold-me-tight-with-horses-couples-group

Couples often face challenges that feel isolating and difficult to navigate alone. When communication breaks down or emotional distance grows, it can be hard to find a way back to connection. Our Hold Me Tight® with Horses psychoeducational group offers a unique space for couples to come together, ...

04/27/2026

Hi, I’m Natasha Wakefield — a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario.
I work from an attachment-focused, trauma-informed, non-pathologizing lens, and I’ve supported individuals, couples, and families for over 20 years.
I offer virtual + in-person sessions and would love to help you find more connection and happiness.
Learn more at Matatoa.org.

04/24/2026

This work is not about saying the perfect thing.
It is about noticing what happens inside each person, what happens between them, and what helps create more safety and connection.
The Hold Me Tight® with Horses weekend on May 2–3 gives couples space to do that work in a calm setting.
Traditional couples therapy is also available for couples who want ongoing support in person or virtually.

04/22/2026

Every couple gets stuck in a cycle sometimes… but it doesn’t have to stay that way 💛

If you see yourselves in this pattern, you’re not alone—and there is a way to change the music of your dance.

I would be truly honoured to support you and your partner in creating a deeper, more secure connection—whether through weekly couples therapy or a more immersive experience in my Hold Me Tight® with Horses workshops.

✨ Upcoming weekends:
• May 2–3
• July 11–12
• September 26–27

Taking that first step can feel hard—but it’s often the most important one.

If you’re even a little curious, I encourage you to reach out or learn more here:
👉 www.matatoa.org

Connection is possible. You don’t have to figure it out alone.

04/22/2026

People sometimes wonder why horses are part of this work.
The short answer is that horses help people slow down and pay attention. They can make emotional patterns easier to notice without judgment or pressure.
That is one reason the Hold Me Tight® with Horses weekend on May 2–3 can feel different from a typical relationship workshop.
Traditional couples therapy and virtual sessions are also available for people who want support without the horses.

04/20/2026

If you’re struggling in your relationship, it doesn’t mean you’re failing.
It means you’re human.
Hold Me Tight helps you understand why you react the way you do — and how to reach for each other in ways that create safety and closeness.

04/17/2026

This unique workshop offers couples a chance to strengthen their emotional bond through the powerful connection with horses, guided by the principles of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). It's a safe, supportive space to explore communication, vulnerability, and intimacy with your partner in a beautiful outdoor setting.
The forecast is calling for 19°C and sunshine, making it the perfect weather for this transformative experience.
Sign up today and secure your spot before it’s too late!
www.matatoa.org/hmt

04/17/2026

Good couples can still get stuck.
Often, it is not because they do not care. It is because hurt, fear, protection, and stress take over.
This is one of the last calls for the May 2–3 Hold Me Tight® with Horses weekend, which is designed to help couples understand those patterns with more care and less blame.
Traditional couples therapy is also available for couples who want more ongoing or virtual support.

04/15/2026

Last call if you have been thinking about the next Hold Me Tight® with Horses weekend on May 2–3.
This may be a fit for couples who:
love each other, but feel disconnected
keep having the same argument in different ways
want support before things get worse
are open to slowing down and trying something different
This work is not about deciding who is right. It is about understanding the pattern that keeps taking over.
Traditional couples therapy is also available for couples who want a private or virtual option instead of the weekend format.

04/13/2026

Hold Me Tight is based on emotionally focused therapy (EFT) and is designed to help couples reconnect at a deeper level.
It’s not about learning how to argue better.
It’s about understanding the emotional patterns underneath — because when you feel safe and seen, everything changes.