Adults, Teens, Children 6+​
Mon, Tues, Fri 9am-3pm
Wed, Thurs 3pm-9pm
​
Joanna Machado
M.A. Counselling Psychology, B.A.(Hons) Psychology
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Level 2 Attachment Focused EMDR (Parnell Institute)
Perinatal Mental Health Certificate
Welcome! I have experience supporting a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, fertility, compulsions, stress, coping skills, suicidal thoughts, separation/divorce trauma for kids, disordered eating, body image and ADHD. I also have a special interest in working with complex trauma with adults and youth.
​I bring a light, gentle and compassionate energy into my work. ​You may be overwhelmed by your feelings or struggling with your thoughts. I believe in you, and in our ability to work together (safely) to find solutions that bring you peace. I'm interested to know who you are and where you are coming from. The more you feel comfortable within yourself and with me the more you can feel comfortable to explore and overcome whatever brought you here.
​
I have experience working in crisis situations where I have joined my clients in the settings of their most difficult and vulnerable moments to provide care and support. ​​
​​​
I have worked with Hamilton Police Victim Services supporting victims of violence and crimes. I have also worked in a mental health treatment facility for youth between the ages of 15-18 years old supporting them to develop autonomy in managing their mental health symptoms. And while completing my graduate degree at Yorkville University I did my clinical practicum in a private setting that focusses on maternal mental health and a range of other issues connected with trauma and stress.
​
I integrate a variety of therapy styles, and am starting to offer Attachment Focused EMDR (AF-EMDR) while under consultation with the world-renowned Parnell Institute in California. I will begin offering this to clients with whom I have established a solid therapeutic relationship.
If you are open to doing this work, and finding safety and comfort within yourself, I can offer a warmth space to get you there. Let's talk about where you are now and where you hope to be in your journey!
Subjects:
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Fertility, Compulsive Behaviours, Stress, Coping Skills, Suicidal Thinking, Body Image, Eating Disorders, ADHD, Children during Separation/Divorce
Types of Therapy:
Attachment Focused EMDR (AF-EMDR), Resource Tapping, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Child & Youth Mental Health Assessor
​
My Pronouns:
she/her
Beyond my Work:
Outside of work, you can find me at a coffee shop, in nature hiking, or moving my body either at a gym or yoga studio. I am a huge lover of true crime books and podcasts. I find joy in filling up my cup with movement or chocolate!