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Find Your Path Back to Strength and Connection

At Routes to Resilience, we provide compassionate, trauma-informed counselling to help you navigate life’s challenges.

We support individuals, couples, and families, including first responders, neurodivergent clients, First Nations, Inuit and Metis and 2SLGBTQ+ communities.

Our approach combines evidence-based therapies with a warm, collaborative environment where healing and growth are possible.

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    Individual Counselling & Individual Sex Therapy

    $160 +

    We provide a safe, supportive space to explore emotions, manage anxiety, depression, burnout, and navigate life transitions, as well as address intimacy concerns, sexual health, desire, and performance anxiety. Sessions are tailored to your unique needs, integrating evidence-based approaches and creative modalities in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. Extended sessions are available at a prorated rate.

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    Couples Sex Therapy

    $200 +

    Couples sex therapy supports partners in navigating intimacy, desire, sexual health, and communication challenges. Sessions focus on creating a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore sexual concerns, improve connection, and foster authentic intimacy. Extended sessions available at a prorated rate.

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    Multi-Partner Sex Therapy

    $240 +

    Structured group sessions provide a supportive space for individuals or couples exploring ethical non-monogamy, polyamorous dynamics, or sexual growth. These sessions focus on communication skills, consent, healthy boundaries, and resilience within diverse relationship structures. Extended sessions available at a prorated rate.

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    Therapy for First Responders

    $160 +

    Specialized trauma-informed counselling for police, paramedics, firefighters, and healthcare professionals. First Responder Therapy addresses occupational stress, PTSD, burnout, and emotional resilience, using evidence-based approaches like CBT, EMDR, and Polyvagal-informed interventions.

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    Neurodivergent Therapy

    $160 +

    Tailored therapy for adults navigating ADHD, autism, learning differences, or other cognitive and sensory processing variations. Neurodivergent Therapy provides a strengths-based, affirming approach to improve executive functioning, emotional regulation, and daily life skills. Evidence-based interventions include CBT, ACT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and creative modalities like art therapy.

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    Sarah Philbrick-Djerfi BSW, MSW, RSW

    Registered Social Worker

    Sarah is a Registered Social Worker with over 10 years of experience providing trauma-informed, neurodivergent-affirming, and inclusive counselling. She specializes in supporting individuals, couples, and families, including first responders and 2SLGBTQ+ clients. Sarah integrates evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, DBT skills, Narrative Therapy, and Polyvagal-informed interventions, along with creative modalities like art therapy, to help clients build resilience, improve relationships, and navigate life transitions. Sarah is also an ASSECT certified (Q) Sex Therapist.

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    We Are Hiring

    We are currently looking for other therapists that match our beliefs and passion for supporting people in reaching their goals. If you think this is you, please reach out!

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Book your 15 minute consultation appointment today. We offer compassionate counselling and consulting for individuals, couples, and communities — supporting resilience, healing, and personal growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do You offer Consultations?

    - Yes, we offer free 15 minute consultations to support you in finding the right fit.

  • What is your cancellation policy?

    - We ask that you let us or your counsellor know 24 hours before your appointment if you need to cancel to avoid any late cancellation charges.

  • How does billing work?

    We offer direct billing to many private insurance plans, like NIHB, GreenShield, Manulife, Canada Life, and Blue Cross. Please contact us for more information. We also offer a convenient system that accepts major credit cards or e-transfers.

  • Are your counsellors licensed?

    Yes, all of our counsellors are either registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or the College of Registered Psychotherapists.

  • What treatment modalities do you use?

    Some of the treatment modalities we use are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Polyvagal Theory (PVT), Trauma Informed Care (TIC), Attachment, Sensate Focus, Art and Play Therapy techniques, Narrative Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy (BSF), Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), and Motivational Interviewing (MI)

  • What can I expect at my first session?

    The first appointment is called an intake session (can be 1-2 sessions) which involves an assessment to understand your expectations, your history and background, relationship dynamics and the stressors/challenges that have contributed to your current situation and state. Your therapist will also discuss your goals for therapy and work with you to develop a treatment plan to meet those goals. We aim to make this process a comfortable one and to provide you with a safe place to talk about your concerns.

  • Who can benefit from psychotherapy?

    Psychotherapy can benefit any individual, couple, or family that is struggling with handling life stressors, life changes, and emotional, and behavioural difficulties. Therapy isn’t just about navigating through crises; it’s a powerful tool for personal growth and self-discovery.