Quiet Streams Counselling
Our Counsellors
Sally Anderson, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Sally Anderson is a registered psychotherapist in Parry Sound, Ontario. She offers counselling and psychotherapy services to individuals and couples/relationships in-person in Parry Sound, and throughout Ontario by virtual health service. Sally also provides Children and Family therapy and supports, including behavioural coaching, caregiver coaching, and school navigation and advocacy counselling. Sally has a master’s degree in counselling psychology from Yorkville University and a master’s degree in education. She is licenced with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and the Ontario College of Teachers.
“Are you looking for meaning? Want to live with less anxiety, anger or pain? Questioning aspects of your identity? You are ready to make a change in your life and I am ready to support you in that process! Calling a therapist might feel intimidating but I’m here, waiting to connect with you. Call me and let’s start a conversation.
“I understand the stress and pressures that come from not fitting neatly into a standard or expected identity. With over twenty years in mainstream and special education, I understand learning differences and challenges, and their impacts on relationships, families, and individuals. I practice from a place of cultural empathy, safety, and strength.
“My trauma-informed approach to counselling is practical, authentic, and client-centered. I believe in approaches suited to the strengths and needs of each unique individual. I use kindness, gentle curiosity and humour to create a safer space for you to explore and develop in ways that align with your own values, hopes, and goals.”
Sally provides assessment, treatment planning, psychotherapy and counselling, alcohol and substance treatment, psychoeducation, behavioural coaching, caregiver coaching, school navigation, and educational advocacy.
Stuart McVittie, Registered Social Worker (MSW)
Stuart McVittie is a clinical social worker in Parry Sound, Ontario. He offers counselling and psychotherapy services to individuals and couples/relationships in-person in Seguin and Parry Sound, and throughout Ontario by virtual health service. Stuart has a master’s degree in social work from Wilfrid Laurier University and is licenced with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
“Each of us occasionally needs help identifying solutions to life’s struggles. Other times despite knowing solutions, we cannot take action. Regardless of current situations, emotional struggles, or past experiences, therapy helps us to identify challenges and co-create solutions.
“I approach therapy with lightness and humour, and focus on helping clients with substance use, anger management, anxiety, depression, ADHD, men’s issues, and life dissatisfaction. To help you achieve your goals, I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), supportive counselling, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based therapy, as well as incorporating the latest evidence-based psychotherapy research. We work together so you can enjoy increased happiness, emotional stability, and fulfilling relationships.
“I believe everyone has the necessary inner resources to do this work. Working together, we can reveal forgotten strength and resilience to promote lasting and meaningful change in your life. I also believe that together we can build the kind of environments in which we all want to live, through co-determination and social responsibility. When you are ready, please contact me. “
Stuart provides assessment, treatment planning, psychotherapy and counselling, alcohol and substance treatment, psychoeducation, and psychiatric referral. His certifications include: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR.
Michelle Ainsworth, Registered Social Services Worker
Michelle Ainsworth is a registered social services worker in Parry Sound, Ontario with over 25 years of experience in the social services field. She offers counselling and psychotherapy to individuals across the lifespan, and couples/relationships, in-person in Parry Sound, and throughout Ontario by virtual health service. Michelle holds a diploma in Social Service Work from Sheridan College and is licenced with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
My approach is strength-based and person-centered and incorporates a variety of therapeutic modalities tailored to meet the needs of every client. I strive to create a warm, laid-back atmosphere where people feel safe, accepted, and at ease. It matters deeply to me that clients feel comfortable showing up as their full selves in our work together.
My therapeutic style is rooted in openness, compassion, and non-judgment. I bring lived experience and a commitment to social justice to my work, having personally navigated complex systems and overcome significant challenges. These experiences inform my practice and help me connect with clients in a real, authentic, and empathetic way.
I have extensive experience working with Indigenous communities and cultures, as well as individuals who have been involved with the child welfare system. As a proudly neurodivergent therapist, I offer a deep understanding and specialized support for neurodivergent clients, helping them navigate the world with increased self-empowerment, personalized strategies, and a sense of peace.
I look forward to walking alongside you as you create transformational change and move toward a more peaceful, fulfilling life.
Michelle provides assessment, treatment planning, psychotherapy and counselling, crisis intervention, case management, direct support, facilitation, mental health skills training, alcohol and substance counselling, and psychoeducation.
Our Specialties
Our counsellors draw on a rich background of clinical, academic, and lived experience. They have worked with diverse groups, including people who are Indigenous, 2SLGBTQ+, newcomers, children, and youth. Areas of expertise include (but are not limited) to:
- Addiction (substance, gambling, internet)
- Abuse
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Anxiety (OCD, social anxiety, stress)
- Behavioural issues
- Career guidance
- Coping skills
- Depression
- Disability (intellectual, autism, developmental, learning)
- Educational consulting
- Family conflict
- Grief
- Teacher/educator therapy
- 2SLGBTQ+
- Life coaching/transitioning
- Men’s issues
- Parenting
- Relationship issues (counselling, divorce, infidelity)
- School issues (learning disabilities, behavioural issues)
- Self esteem
- Self-harm
- Sleep or insomnia
- Stress
- Suicidal ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women’s Issues
Why I LOVE My Job!
The thing I like most about my job is the opportunity to make and sustain real, human connections every day. I am a curious person and genuinely interested to learn about your story, your journey and your dreams for your future. Supporting people through a change process and watching them develop, feel more empowered and confident, is deeply gratifying.
– Sally
I love meeting a wide variety of people and helping them find their own paths as they overcome their current obstacles and develop new ways of viewing the world. Whether they are tackling specific problems or need guidance to explore new aspects of their evolving selves, I love being part of the process as their lives transform.
– Stuart
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