Wendy van Es
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Wendy van Es is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who takes a compassion-focused approach to help clients navigate life’s challenges with self-kindness and understanding. She believes true healing comes from learning to be your own therapist—gaining the tools to process emotions, challenge self-criticism, and foster self-acceptance. Wendy understands that opening up can feel vulnerable, so she builds trust through authenticity, patience, and genuine connection. Clients can expect a supportive space where they feel empowered to explore their thoughts and emotions at their own pace. With a special interest in mindfulness and self-compassion, she helps clients develop inner strength and emotional resilience. If you're ready to take the next step toward self-growth, Wendy welcomes you to connect.
- Life's daily struggles; being a single mother gave me significant insight into the struggles of work-life balance, fears accompanied by uncertainty, struggles at the workplace, and self-care barriers.
- Descendant of Dutch immigrants who came to Canada to flee WII.
- The tragedy of war and the hardships of immigration for both first-generation and second-generation.
- Real.
- Compassionate & empathetic.
- Easygoing & easy to confide in.
- Thorough and truly interested in both their struggles and strengths.
Expertise
Areas of Focus
- Adult women with anxiety, depression, and historical trauma.
- You want a therapist who will hold a safe space for you while you gain self-insight.
- You want long-term therapy or short-term therapy, the pace will always be guided by your needs.
- You want to learn to become your own therapist by learning tools and techniques that will carry with you throughout your life's journey.
Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach
- Heard, understood, supported, and safe during the sessions.
- Compassionate towards yourself.
- Confident and develop a deeper and more satisfying relationship with yourself.
Served Populations
Practice Details
Service Offerings & Rates
- A bit about myself and If you will feel comfortable working with me.
- Your presenting issues and my approach to therapy.
- Any questions you have regarding the process of therapy and what you can expect.
- Assist in processing difficult emotions and release them from the body supporting emotional and physical wellness.
- Explore your thoughts and how they shape your emotions, physiology, and behaviours.
- Engage with yourself compassionately and become less self-critical which will bolster self confidence and higher self esteem.
Insurance & Benefits Coverage
Schedule
In Person Sessions
Virtual Sessions
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Education
Yorkville University
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
2024
York University
Bachelor of Arts (Hons.), Psychology