Love, Loss, and New Beginnings
Life after 40 isn’t about slowing down—it’s about deepening, discerning, and sometimes, daring to begin again. Whether you’re navigating a second (or third) relationship, processing grief from a past marriage, or seeking clarity about your future, therapy can be a sanctuary for your next chapter.
As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) specializing in midlife and older adults, I blend Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Family Systems, and trauma-informed care to help you:
- Heal from grey divorce or relationship loss
- Navigate blending families, retirement conflicts, or legacy concerns
- Build secure, fulfilling connections in later-life love
- Reclaim your sense of self after life transitions
Services
Compassionate support for midlife and older adults navigating life’s big transitions—from retirement to empty nest and beyond.
Palliative psychotherapy helps you process grief, find meaning, and navigate life’s most profound transitions with dignity and heart.
Thoughtful and nurturing guidance for individuals and couples navigating the unique challenges of later-life separation.
What to Expect
Find Your Path to Healing and
Peace
You’re not lost—you’re on the brink of rediscovery.
Whether you’re healing from loss, reconnecting with a partner, or navigating a life transition, this is where your next chapter begins.
Couples Therapy: Rekindle Your Bond
Feeling disconnected from your partner?
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) helps couples break negative cycles, rebuild trust, and rediscover the love that brought you together. Ideal for those navigating grey divorce, blending families, or empty nest syndrome.
Individual Therapy: Rediscover Yourself
Life transitions leaving you feeling lost?
Heal from relationship losses, chronic illness, or retirement with Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT). Gain clarity, rebuild resilience, and reconnect with your true self.
Family Therapy: Strengthen Your Bonds
Blending families or navigating generational conflicts?
Family therapy provides a safe, collaborative space to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and deepen connections across generations.
Mary Ann Conlin, RP (Qualifying)
I believe that midlife and beyond is a time of profound opportunity—for healing, growth, and rediscovery. My own journey, along with my work with clients, has shown me the resilience and wisdom that comes with this stage of life. Whether you’re healing from a loss, reconnecting with a partner, or seeking clarity, I’m here to listen, support, and guide you with the care you deserve.
You’re not just a client—you’re a person with a lifetime of experiences worth honouring.
FAQs
How does online counselling actually work?
Sessions happen over the Jane app’s private, encrypted video platform, which is PHIPA-compliant to ensure your privacy and confidentiality. You (and your partner/family member) join from a device with a camera, and your therapist meets you in a virtual room.
Do both partners need to be in the same location during the session?
Not necessarily. Many couples/families join from the same device in the same room. Others log in separately, especially when privacy at home or work schedules are a concern. Your therapist can work with either setup. If you have questions about what would work best, bring it up during your free consultation.
What is Emotionally Focused Therapy?
EFT is an evidence-based therapy designed to help couples and individuals break negative emotional cycles and rebuild secure, fulfilling connections. It’s grounded in attachment theory and focuses on healing emotional bonds.
How many sessions does therapy usually take?
It varies. Instilled change with a specific issue can be reached in eight to twelve sessions. Others find ongoing sessions useful for deeper patterns. Your therapist will talk through what feels right for your situation rather than setting a fixed number upfront. There is no standard timeline that fits every couple.
What if my partner refuses to come to therapy?
It is very common for one partner to reach out first. If your partner is not ready, individual sessions can still help you understand your own patterns and responses. Some couples find that one partner starting therapy opens the door for the other to join later. A therapist can talk through your options with you.
What happens in the free 15 minute consultation?
It is a short conversation, not an intake session. You can ask questions, share a bit about what brought you here, and get a feel for whether the therapist seems like a good fit. There is no commitment. If it does not feel right, we will help you find someone who fits better.
Does my insurance cover couples therapy?
Coverage depends on your plan. Many Canadian extended health benefits cover psychotherapy when provided by a Registered Psychotherapist. Couples therapy is not always listed as its own category, so check your plan for “psychotherapy.” Receipts are provided so you can submit directly to your insurer. In Ontario, online psychotherapy is covered by most extended health benefit plans when delivered by a Registered Psychotherapist. Sessions delivered to clients in Ontario are subject to CRPO Professional Practice Standards.
How much does online couples counselling cost?
Sessions at Changes Counselling and Psychotherapy are $150 per 60 minutes. All modalities cost the same. Your extended health benefits may cover a portion depending on your plan. See the insurance question above for more details.
Consultation
Ready to transform your life?
Schedule your free consultation and find out how psychotherapy can help you.
HOURS: Monday-Thursday, 3pm-9pm.
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