Transforming lives through clinical psychology
At MindSetting, we help people transform their lives through the science of psychology and the power of psychedelic medicine.
The pursuit of health is intrinsic to all individuals in all societies. There can be no health without mental health. MindSetting offers an integrated approach to mental health care by utilizing Clinical Psychology, Behavioural Medicine and, when appropriate, psychedelic medicine, to help individuals and couples create and maintain the lives they want to live.
MindSetting Team
Katty Larocque - North Bay
Katty Larocque
Registered Psychotherapist
gwc.katty@gmail.com
With a master's degree in Counselling Psychology and certification as a Registered Psychotherapist with the CRPO, Katty brings a comprehensive and compassionate approach to mental health care. Over the past six years, Katty honed in on her skills in various therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, insight-oriented, solution-focused, and trauma-informed practices.
Katty’s journey into the mental health field was profoundly influenced by her father's struggle with severe PTSD following his military service. This personal connection drives her commitment to supporting others through their mental health challenges. Katty specializes in working with individuals aged 17 and up and takes a direct approach when addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and attachment to name a few.
In addition to traditional therapeutic approaches, Katty has developed a niche in psychedelic psychotherapy, utilizing ketamine to facilitate healing and transformation. Katty’s practice is dedicated to providing personalized, effective care to help clients achieve their mental health goals. On her days off, Katty’s self-care routine evolves around being in nature, exercising, spending quality time with family and friends, and ultimately a good educational book and a coffee.
Experienced at Treating:
PTSD
Anxiety
BPD
Depression
Addiction
Grief and loss
Burnout
Anger
Cristina Ionitoiu - London
Cristina Ionitoiu, RN
cristinactherapy@gmail.com
As a therapist, I believe that every person can create and harness their own fuel for mental wellbeing by working on inner strength. I hold the perspective that mental wellbeing doesn't come from our environment, but from within the body. I use a holistic approach, looking at every way to improve life- such as nutrition, spiritual, emotional and trauma work.
I have worked with clients on issues such as depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, borderline personality disorder, anger, self esteem, self harm, PTSD and trauma, immigration and refugee issues, all within a mindfulness focus.
I use Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness based CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Somatic Experiencing. I am able to provide cultural and religiously sensitive support. I offer services in Romanian.
Experienced at Treating:
Depression
Anxiety
Emotional regulation
Distress tolerance
Interpersonal effectiveness
Borderline personality disorder
Anger
Self esteem
Self harm
PTSD & trauma
Immigration & refugee issues
Matt Barnes - Point Edward
Matt Barnes, MSW, RSW
matt@swcounselling.ca
I approach my clinical work through a client centered, trauma focused and humanistic view. I am very passionate about helping individuals to grow and heal from whatever challenges they are facing in their life.
I utilize an eclectic approach in my work by combining Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and Ego State Therapy as well as mental skills training. I am a certified EMDR therapist, and have advanced training in EFT for individuals and couples.
I am a registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) as well as a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW). I obtained my Bachelor of Honors Psychology degree (2008) from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Master of Social Work degree (2011) from the University of Windsor. I am a certified EMDR therapist through EMDRIA International Association and am currently seeking certification in EFT through the International Society of Emotion Focused Therapy (ISEFT).
Outside of my clinical practice at Southwest Counselling Services and the Mindsetting Institute, I am the Mental Performance Coach for the Sarnia Sting OHL hockey club.
Experienced at Treating
Athletes, high performers and sports teams
Individuals interested in accessing Psychedelic Enhanced Psychotherapy for PTSD, Treatment Resistant Depression and Anxiety
Individuals struggling with trauma, grief/loss, relationship issues and mental health difficulties
Taryn Barnes - Point Edward
Taryn Barnes, MSW, RSW
taryn@swcounselling.ca
I am passionate about providing services that are customized to each client’s needs and background. I have extensive experience working with children, teens and adults who have experienced trauma and attachment related injuries. I have worked in remote communities in the Yukon Territory providing services to indigenous youth and adults and I am extremely passionate about child and adolescent mental health. I use an eclectic approach combining EMDR, Play Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Family Therapy.
I am a registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) as well as a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW). I obtained my Bachelor of Honors Psychology degree (2009) and a Master of Social Work degree (2011) from the University of Windsor. I am a certified Play Therapist through the Canadian Association of Play Therapy as well as certified in Bruce Perry’s Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics. I am currently seeking certification in EMDR therapy.
Outside of my clinical practice at Southwest Counselling Services and the Mindsetting Institute, I also provide consultation for social workers and psychotherapists to assist with managing the variety of responsibilities and tasks that come with running a private practice.
Experienced at Treating
Individuals and families struggling with trauma, attachment injuries, grief/loss, mental health difficulties, relationship issues
Therapists and Social Workers who want to grow and manage their private practice
Individuals interested in accessing Psychedelic Enhanced Psychotherapy for PTSD, Treatment Resistant Depression and Anxiety
Zane Eastabrook - London
Zane Eastabrook
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
zane@zdyb.ca
I was born and raised in London, Ontario but have called Kitchener, Ontario and Montreal, Quebec home for years of my adult life. I enjoy running, mountain biking, rock climbing and back country camping. I am a policy wonk, improvisational carpenter, self-proclaimed foodie and explorer of forests and natural spaces.
I have my MA in Counselling Psychology and I am a qualifying member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I am also certified to deliver psychedelic enhanced psychotherapy using the Mindsetting Institute’s TRIP protocol. I have been working in the human services sector for over a decade and have spent that time helping to facilitate change at both individual and system levels.
I practice Existential-Humanistic psychotherapy which often draws on Solution-Focused, Narrative, Polyvagal and Cognitive-Behavioural Therapies. While the course of treatment is driven by clients, it generally involves resolving mental distress by tending to their nervous system – retuning body and mind, engaging in self-discovery, and working on interpersonal effectiveness.
We all oscillate between different states of mental wellbeing throughout our lives, and I find meaning in helping people forge a path towards a consistent baseline of wellness. Regardless of what brought you to seek therapy, I look forward to connecting with you and helping you draw on your own resiliency to name and build toward your goals.
Experienced at Treating:
PTSD
Depression
Anxiety
Burnout
Substance Use
Mya Barak- London
Mya Barak, M.S.W., B.S.W., R.S.W
mya.barakorton@gmail.com
I am a registered clinical social worker and psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience, most of which has taken place through my private counselling practice.
I believe psychedelics assist us in transferring thoughts into intrinsic beliefs. The process is foundational in helping us move from the theoretical and perceptual to creating internal beliefs and experiential knowledge. Psychedelics create opportunities for us to unlock the root causes of suffering, allowing people to recognize and fundamentally change the patterned feelings, thoughts and behaviours that keep them stuck.
I understand the principle and integral need to hold space and provide empathetic presence so as to encourage an opportunity for my clients to explore, contemplate and consider their inherent sense of ‘knowing’ and intuitive wisdom. I have been commended for my unwavering genuine, compassionate and positive regard for people. My approach prioritizes, first and foremost, building a strong foundational trusting relationship with my clients where they feel valued, seen, and wholeheartedly accepted. I have come to know my position as a therapist in the support of psychedelics to be mainly client-driven, emphasizing listening, unobstructive presence, and non-directive communication.
It is my absolute privilege and honour to work with you on your healing journey!