Rise up. Rebuild. Grow. Shine!
Your wellness journey is a testament to your inner resilience and the beauty of transformation.
Purpose
We often feel anxious, depressed, and lonely when going through challenges in life––and may be unsure about where to start, or who to turn to because of: stigma, feelings of shame, reproach, and rejection. If this resonates with you, and you need someone to talk to, you’ve come to the right place! Thank you for taking that first step towards your wellness journey.
Who Am I?
My name is Proscovia (Kristie) Oroma, I possess a natural deep passion to connect with people who are hurting and going through life challenges, and to be present with them in their utmost time of need. This has translated into the life changing work I have accomplished with clients (from diverse backgrounds) on their wellness journeys.
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I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families overcome grief and loss of many kinds, including loss of loved ones, fur babies, job etc. I also work with various mental illnesses, emotional challenges, and mood disorders, to help people rise up from a place of adversity, use their inner strengths, and strive for a better tomorrow by starting to rebuild today. Just like the Phoenix, we need to constantly renew and reinvent ourselves because wellness is not a destination––it's a continuous journey of self-discovery and self-improvement. Lastly, sometimes we just need someone to hold our hands on that journey to a better, more confident and happier you!
Meet The Therapist
Connect over an initial 15-minute consult to see if we are a match!
Who Are My Clients?
I work with teens from 17 years +, adults, and seniors. I offer individual, couple, and family therapy. This service is currently provided virtually via zoom and other online platforms, with the hope of in-person services in the near future. Phoenix Wellness and Psychotherapy practices works in accordance with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) standards.
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I specialize in Anxiety, Anger Management, Grief and Loss therapy, Life Transitions, PTSD, Trauma, and Family of Origin work.
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My Other areas of expertise include (but are not limited to): Addictions and Substance Misuse, Anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Stress Management, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Intimate Partner Violence, Varying Mood Disorders, Positive Life Choices, Dual Diagnoses, Career Counselling, and Christian Centred Counselling.
What Is The Mission?
At Phoenix Wellness & Psychotherapy, I believe that our past and/or present struggles do not define who we are. What defines us is how we strive to face today’s challenges head-on with hope and resilience, that sets us up for a better today, and a future that we can look forward to.
What Is My Vision?
Access to therapy and finding the right “client-therapist fit” can sometimes be a very daunting experience. At Phoenix Wellness & Psychotherapy, I offer a 15-minute free consultation to make this process easier. The goal is to ensure that people are comfortable and have access to the best therapeutic fit, because this impacts the healing work that is to happen. If during the consult we collectively decide that this is not the right fit for you, I am able to refer you to another specialized therapist.
About Me
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with over 8 years of work in the social work field, supporting clients from diverse backgrounds through individual, family, and couples therapy. I am currently registered and in good standing with CRPO and Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals (OAMHP).
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I recently graduated from Tyndale University with a Master of Divinity (MDIV), with a concentration in Clinical Counselling. My educational background includes a post graduate diploma in Addictions and Community Services work, a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology and Gender studies, and a postgraduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management.
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My personal philosophy about therapy is that all parts of a person’s life have to be functioning well to achieve overall wellness. When we are afraid of facing some challenges in our lives, it is only a matter of time before we are triggered and it spills over to other areas. This is why I adopt a holistic approach in helping clients understand their circumstances, as I walk with them on their wellness journey.
Speaking Engagements
I have had training in various fields for the past 12 years, and I have also had the privilege to train a vast number of people from different organizations and communities. I believe that you or your organization would greatly benefit from my expertise in unpacking different areas/topics in mental health and life transitions including losses, immigration, career development, Intimate Partner Violence and confronting oppression.
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I have had the privilege of working with the following organizations:
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Advisory Member and Advocate – CABR – Confronting Anti-Black Racism with the City of Toronto
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Caseworker and Counsellor – Various City of Toronto divisions
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L’Arche Toronto
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University College of London UK – Community Based Rehabilitation for Persons with Disabilities.
For speaking engagement inquiries
Therapeutic Approach
My approach to therapy is holistic, person-centered, and integrative–with a culturally sensitive, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed lens.
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Help you make meaning of your life patterns/cycles.
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Challenge you to dig deep into your issue (if and when you are comfortable to do so).
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Offer a secure space for you; we all need that space to be able to just laugh, cry, feel angry and not feel judged about it.
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Walk along with you on your faith/spiritual journey (if requested).
If you choose to walk this journey with me, I will endeavour to: ​
Modalities Used
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Grief Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Light therapy, Anger Management, Intimate Partner Violence Counselling, Internal Family Systems, Family of Origin, Christian Counselling, and Trauma Therapy.
Treatment for Anxiety
Do you worry and sometimes get the odd case of butterflies in the stomach and feel like you are missing out on opportunities and happiness because of fears and worries? Is anxiety interfering with your life? While moderate anxiety can be limiting, severe anxiety can be crippling. Anxiety is a mental and physical reaction to perceived threats. In small doses, anxiety is helpful. It protects us from danger, and focuses our attention on our problems. But when anxiety is too severe, or occurs too frequently, it can become debilitating.
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Some symptoms of anxiety may include (but are not limited to): avoidance of fear, excessive nervousness, increased heart rate, muscle tension, poor concentration, sleep problems, upset stomach, and uncontrollable worry.
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Take the anxiety test today by clicking this link https://www.psycom.net/anxiety-test to determine if this is something you are facing and do not hesitate to reach out if you want to talk about this further.
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
If you are looking to learn how to identify, question, and change how your attitudes and beliefs related to the emotional and behavioural reactions that cause you difficulty in various situations, then CBT may be for you. It is a structured, time limited, problem focused, and goal oriented form of therapy which has registered a lot of success in helping people change their negative perceptions of life experiences, situations, phobias etc.
Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT for Individuals and Couples)
EFT works on the assumption that lack of emotional awareness or avoiding unpleasant emotions can cause harm, and inhibits us from using the important information emotions provide to us daily. If you have been struggling with how to deal with negative emotions, EFT will help you.
-Focus on your emotions through increased awareness and acceptance.
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-Learn to transform your emotions and better use the information they provide to avoid negative or harmful behaviours or effects of certain emotions.
Grief Therapy
Are you going through any kind of loss such as life transitions, immigration, loss of a loved one, loss of your fur baby (babies), loss of a job, a break up, divorce or separation etc.? I will help you process the emotions that come with grief and loss, walk you through each of the stages of grief and loss, to help you face the new reality with confidence and hope that there is a better tomorrow/future. The overall goal of grief counselling is to help you adapt to the loss of a loved one (name your loss), and be able to adjust to a new reality without them.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Trauma can be considered a pervasive problem resulting from exposure to an incident or series of events that are emotionally disturbing or life –threatening with lasting adverse effects on the individual’s functioning and emotional, mental, physical, social, and spiritual wellness. Some people may experience a range of reactions after trauma, and most people recover from initial symptoms overtime. However, when these symptoms persist then they may be diagnosed with PTSD. If this sounds like something you would be interested in exploring more, to process if it is trauma or PTSD that you are experiencing, I would be happy to walk this journey with you.
Anger Management Therapy
Anger may be a normal response to challenging, uncomfortable situations however anger is usually considered a secondary emotion with an underlying primary emotion. Anger can be helpful if it for example motivates you to advocate for people in unjust situations. But it can become a problem if you always feel triggered by things from the past that affect your current relationships and ability to function. If this resonates with you, reach out for individual or group therapy. Certification will be provided after completion of the anger management course.
Intimate Partner Violence Therapy
Do you feel like you are in a romantic relationship that is characterized by abuse or aggression and you are not sure if you are experiencing love or abuse? Well, love should not hurt! Intimate partner violence can include any of the following types of behaviour; physical violence, psychological aggression, sexual violence and stalking. Remember that safety is paramount in abusive relationships.
If you or someone close to you is experiencing intimate Partner Violence, do not hesitate to report it using resources around your area and contact us for therapy.
Get in Touch
Questions? Send us your inquiry and we'll be in touch shortly!
