In-Person in Timmins and Virtual Across Ontario
Mindfulness Based Therapy
When life feels overwhelming, mindfulness based therapy offers a way to slow down and reconnect with yourself. You might be feeling scattered, stuck in your head, or constantly reacting to stress. Mindfulness helps you become more present, more grounded, and more able to respond to life with intention rather than urgency.
At Creating Connection, we offer therapy that supports individuals who want to manage anxiety, regulate emotions, and cultivate a stronger connection between mind and body. Whether you’re new to mindfulness or looking to deepen your practice, we’re here to help you build awareness and create space for meaningful change.
What is Mindfulness Therapy?
Mindfulness based therapy uses present-moment awareness to help you observe your thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations without judgment. This approach supports emotional regulation, reduces reactivity, and helps you respond to life more calmly and clearly.
Mindfulness therapy may include:
- Guided therapy or grounding practices
- Breath and body awareness techniques
- Reflection on thoughts and feelings with curiosity rather than criticism
- Tools to manage anxiety, stress, or emotional overwhelm
- Exploration of how past experiences shape present reactions
We often integrate mindfulness with other evidence-based therapies like ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy), or CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), depending on your needs.
How Mindfulness Can Help
Reduce Stress and Anxiety
By focusing your attention on the present moment, mindfulness can help quiet racing thoughts and ease worry about the future.
Improve Emotional Regulation
Mindfulness therapy helps you become more aware of your emotional states, which makes it easier to pause, reflect, and respond rather than react.
Strengthen Self-Compassion
Instead of judging yourself for struggling, mindfulness encourages you to meet yourself with kindness and acceptance.
Enhance Focus and Clarity
Regular mindfulness practice supports better concentration, decision-making, and the ability to stay present in daily life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is mindfulness therapy?
Mindfulness therapy is a form of counselling that helps you tune into your present-moment experience. It teaches you to notice thoughts and emotions without getting caught up in them, allowing you to feel more balanced and in control.
Is mindfulness therapy only for anxiety or stress?
Not at all. Mindfulness therapy can support a wide range of issues including depression, trauma recovery, emotional reactivity, and personal growth. It’s also helpful if you’re looking for more calm or clarity in daily life.
Can mindfulness therapy be done online?
Yes. Mindfulness practices work well in a virtual format. We offer secure, PHIPA-compliant online therapy that lets you access support from anywhere in Ontario.
Do I need to have experience with meditation or mindfulness?
No experience is necessary. We’ll meet you where you are and guide you through practices at a pace that feels right for you.
Is therapy covered by insurance?
Many insurance plans cover sessions with a registered social worker or psychotherapist. We offer direct billing when available and provide detailed receipts for reimbursement.
Where do you offer mindfulness therapy?
We offer in-person mindfulness therapy in Timmins, Ontario, and virtual sessions across the province. Our secure, PHIPA-compliant platform makes it easy to attend therapy from wherever you are. Whether you live in a city or a smaller community, you can access supportive, professional care from home.
We work with clients throughout Ontario, including:
- Toronto
- Ottawa
- Mississauga
- Brampton
- Hamilton
- London
- Sudbury
- Thunder Bay
- North Bay
- Barrie
- Kingston
- Windsor
- Kitchener-Waterloo
- St. Catharines
- Markham
- Vaughan
- Richmond Hill
- Oakville
- Burlington
- Oshawa
- Whitby
- Cambridge
- Milton
- Ajax
- And many other communities
If you live in Ontario, mindfulness therapy is available to you—no travel required.
How can I get started?
Booking your first appointment is simple. You can schedule a free consultation to see if therapy feels like a good fit. We offer in-person sessions in Timmins, and virtual sessions across Ontario, including in places like Mississauga, Kitchener, and Windsor. If you have questions or prefer to speak with someone directly, please visit our Contact page. We’re here to help whenever you’re ready.
Get Started with Therapy
Book a free consultation via our online booking tool or send us a message. Offering evening and weekend appointments, online across Ontario and in-person in Timmins.