Healing Begins with a Conversation.
About me
Hello! I'm Charlene Sainz, a Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO #13312) providing virtual psychotherapy to adults across Ontario.
I believe therapy works best when you feel heard, understood, and respected for the person you are. My role isn't to tell you how you should feel or what you should do, but to create a supportive space where we can explore what's happening, understand your experiences, and work toward meaningful change together.
My Background
I hold a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and am registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO #13312).
My work is informed by ongoing education and professional development, allowing me to continue expanding the approaches and tools I can draw from when supporting clients.
Registered Psychotherapist (RP)
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
CRPO #13312
My Approach to Therapy
I don't believe therapy should be one-size-fits-all. Every person brings their own experiences, strengths, challenges, and ways of making sense of the world.
My approach is collaborative, person-centered, and tailored to your individual needs and goals. Depending on what you're experiencing, I may draw from approaches such as EMDR, Somatic Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
We may focus on understanding patterns, processing difficult experiences, developing practical coping strategies, exploring the mind-body connection, or simply creating space to better understand what you're going through.
You don't need to know which approach is right for you before reaching out. We'll explore that together.
What You Can Expect from Me
I know that reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable, especially when you're sharing parts of yourself that you may not have talked about before. Having navigated my own experiences with anxiety and self-doubt, I understand how meaningful it can be to have a space where you feel heard, supported, and free from judgment.
My goal is to create that kind of space for you. I won't tell you how you should feel or expect you to have everything figured out. Instead, we'll work together to understand what you're experiencing, explore what may be contributing to it, and identify ways forward that feel meaningful and manageable for you.
I'll meet you where you are and work at a pace that feels appropriate for you. Whether we're developing practical tools, exploring patterns, processing difficult experiences, or simply making space for what you're going through, our work will be collaborative and tailored to your needs.
I became a therapist because I believe that having someone alongside you can make difficult experiences feel more manageable. Therapy can offer an opportunity to better understand yourself, build confidence in your ability to navigate challenges, and create meaningful change; and it's a privilege to be part of that process.
Outside of therapy, I enjoy spending time with my dog, who is a constant source of joy and grounding. I also enjoy painting miniatures, which gives me a creative outlet and a chance to slow down and focus on something completely different.
I value the importance of making space for the things that bring us joy, creativity, connection, and a sense of balance; and I try to bring that same perspective into my work with clients.
I'm committed to continued learning and regularly participate in professional development so that I can continue growing as a therapist and expanding the ways I can support my clients.
Beyond Therapy
