VIRTUAL COUNSELLING AT ANCHORIDGE COUNSELLING
Serving all of Ontario, offering convenient and accessible counselling services from the comfort of your own space.
Anchoridge Counselling offers secure and confidential virtual counselling to individuals, children, adolescents, families and couples across Ontario. We understand that life can be demanding, and accessing in-person appointments isn't always easy. Virtual counselling provides a flexible and accessible solution to prioritize your mental health and well-being.
Why choose virtual counselling?

convenience
accessibility
flexibility
comfort
privacy
effectiveness
OUR VIRTUAL COUNSELLING SERVICES
Our virtual counselling services available include:
Individual Counselling
Child & Adolescent Counselling
Couples Counselling
Family Counselling
Please note that group counselling is currently only offered in person.
HOW DOES VIRTUAL COUNSELLING WORK?
We offer virtual counselling sessions via phone and online, providing you with flexible options to connect with your therapist. Our secure platform ensures your privacy and confidentiality.
ONLINE COUNSELLING
Experience face-to-face interaction with your therapist through secure video conferencing using the Jane platform or Google Meet.
Engage in therapy through confidential and convenient phone calls.

Virtual counselling is a great solution for a wide range of people, especially if you are:
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Seeking Convenience: Enjoy therapy from the comfort and privacy of your own home.
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A Busy Professional: Fit counselling into your schedule without the added commute time.
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A Parent: Access support while managing childcare responsibilities.
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In a Remote Area: Connect with qualified therapists regardless of your location in Ontario.
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Dealing with Mobility Issues: Eliminate the challenges of traveling to in-person appointments.
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Someone Who Prefers Online Communication: Some people feel more comfortable expressing their thoughts and feelings online.
OUR VITUAL COUNSELLING TEAM
CATHERINE SCIDA
MSW, RSW
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL COUNSELLING
LOLITA SCHMALENBERG
GD-C, GC-SH, RSW
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL COUNSELLING
REBECCA BRANT
RSW, MSW
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL COUNSELLING
SHANNYN STEVENS
RP, CCC
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL COUNSELLING
AVIELLE CASTILLO
RP (Qualifying)
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL COUNSELLING
ALEXANDRA LEE
STUDENT CLINICIAN
RP (Qualifying)
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL COUNSELLING
MARY-KATHERINE LOWES
MSW, RSW
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL COUNSELLING
BELINDA HANNAN
MSW, RSW
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL COUNSELLING
JENNIFER AUBREY
MSW, RSW
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL COUNSELLING
EMMA GIAO
RP
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL COUNSELLING
KRISTEN TURNER
RP
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL COUNSELLING
*Not currently accepting new clients*
DANIELLE KAST
RP
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL COUNSELLING
CARRIE CONNELLY
RP (Qualifying)
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL
*Not currently accepting new clients*
ANDI SOETEMANS
BSW, RSW
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL
DELANEY DeFRANCISCO
RP (Qualifying)
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL
VALENTINA LAKETA
RSW
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL COUNSELLING
MARINA MACHADO
MSW, RSW
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL COUNSELLING
LIZETH ALVAREZ
RSW, MSW
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL COUNSELLING
JUANITA VALLEJO
RP (Qualifying)
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL
NATASHA LAVJI
RSW, RP, CCC
CLINICAL DIRECTOR
*Not currently accepting new clients*

BENTLEY LAVJI
DIRECTOR OF BARKETING