Christine Griffiths

DTATI, BA, SSW

Registered Psychotherapist

English

Ever feel stuck in the same patterns, even when you’re trying to change? Maybe you people-please, turn to substances, or struggle with perfectionism. Relationship challenges—like feeling disconnected or repeating painful dynamics—often go hand in hand with these patterns. My name is Christine and I will help you uncover the roots of these cycles and build healthier ways of relating—to yourself and others.

Background

I am an eclectic therapist working with individuals facing emotional pain, mental health challenges, and the everyday struggles that can leave us feeling stuck. With over 14 years of experience, I offer both talk therapy and art therapy, thoughtfully integrating evidence-based approaches that will support you on your journey.

Your therapeutic experience with me

We all carry stories — shaped by past wounds, challenging moments, or beliefs like “I’m not enough.” Sometimes, these stories lead to patterns like self-isolation, people-pleasing, or self-sabotage that once helped us cope, but now hold us back. In our work together, we’ll gently explore these experiences through conversation or creative expression, helping you understand what’s behind them and what you truly need now. We may process trauma, explore mental health challenges, and build tools that support your emotional well-being. With compassion and curiosity, we’ll create space for healing, growth, and kinder ways of relating to yourself and the world around you.

Areas of expertise

These are the areas I commonly work with, and they form a big part of the support I offer in my practice:

Self-esteem & Self-worth?

Trauma?

Emotional Regulation?

Personal Growth?

Addiction?

Depression?

I also support you in these additional areas and welcome you to reach out if any of them speak to what you are going through:

Anxiety & Worry?

Interpersonal Relationships

Therapeutic approaches

These are the approaches at the heart of my work, and I use them often because they help create meaningful change:

ART Therapy

Art therapy helps clients access feelings and experiences that can be hard to express in words. Creating art often bypasses defenses, allowing core issues to surface safely. This fosters self-awareness and emotional release, opening paths to healing beyond talk therapy. Art becomes a bridge to explore inner conflicts and trauma, helping clients express what feels hidden or overwhelming. Ultimately, it supports transformation by making the invisible visible, empowering meaningful change.

Cognitive Processing Therapy

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) helps you challenge beliefs shaped by trauma that may still be causing pain. Through structured reflection and skill-building, CPT supports you in reshaping these patterns, reducing distress, and reclaiming a sense of safety and empowerment.

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a gentle therapy that helps you understand the different “parts” inside you—like feelings, thoughts, or voices—that affect how you feel and act. Each part has a positive intention, even if it causes you stress. In IFS, we get to know these parts, listen to them, and help them work together in a kind and balanced way. This helps you feel more whole and peaceful inside.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps you understand how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are connected. It offers practical tools to challenge unhelpful thinking and build healthier habits—supporting you in managing anxiety, depression, and everyday stress more effectively.

I also draw on other evidence based approaches that can gently support you when they align with what you need:

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy

Somatic Therapy

Focused populations and cultural backgrounds

These are the communities and cultural backgrounds I focus on, and I bring a sincere commitment to supporting you in a way that feels respectful and genuine:

Populations

Adults

Young Adults

Individuals With Mental Health Challenges

Professional credentials

Registered Psychotherapist
- No.12553

College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario

Educational background

Graduate Diploma in Art Therapy

Toronto Art Therapy Institute, Canada

Bachelor of Arts

University of Western Ontario, Canada

Social Service Worker

George Brown College, Canada

Specialized training

Advanced CBT Training

PESI

DBT Training for Certification

PESI

Cognitive Processing Therapy

PESI

Practice locations & services

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FAQ

What is your approach to therapy?

I offer talk therapy and art therapy, whichever feels right for you. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in warmth and curiosity. I draw from DBT, CBT, mindfulness, somatic work, and parts work (including inner child work) to support emotional regulation, self-understanding, and healing. Together, we’ll explore your experience through words or creative expression to help you feel more connected and ready to move forward.

Do I need to be good at art to try art therapy?

Not at all. Art therapy is about expression, not artistic skill. You don’t need any experience—just a willingness to explore. We use the creative process to connect with your emotions, experiences, and inner world. Many people find that art helps express what words can’t—especially when working through trauma, emotional overwhelm, or long-standing patterns. Through imagery, colour, and symbolism, art can offer insight, relief, and a deeper path to healing.

What kinds of issues do you help with?

I support individuals navigating a range of concerns, including trauma, PTSD, anxiety, mood disorders, addiction, self-esteem, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I also work with people who may not have a specific diagnosis but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves.

What are the benefits of using art in therapy

Art therapy can reach places that words sometimes can’t. It can help bypass overthinking, tap into the unconscious, and reveal deeper insights. This can be especially helpful when working with trauma, body-based emotions, or early life experiences that may not be fully verbal. Art therapy also supports nervous system regulation, grounding, and self-expression in a more embodied, creative way.

Can I switch between talk therapy and art therapy?

Yes. Some sessions may feel best suited for talking things through, while others may call for creative exploration. We’ll stay flexible and responsive to what feels right in the moment.

Blog

Here are some articles I’ve created for you. Take a moment to read and share them. I hope you find them meaningful.

The Canvas Doesn’t Lie: Art Therapy as a Mirror to the Self

Immediate crisis support available

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