New Year, New Beginnings | Therapy in Milton, Ontario | Virtual across Ontario

The beginning of a new year often brings reflection. We pause, look back at what we’ve carried, and quietly wonder: Can things feel different this year?

For many people, January sparks thoughts of change — new habits, healthier boundaries, emotional healing, or finally prioritizing mental health. But here’s something we want you to know:

You don’t need a new year to begin again. Any day is a good day to start therapy.

At Co & Associates, we believe growth doesn’t depend on a perfect moment — it begins when you decide you’re ready.

If You’ve Been Thinking About Therapy, This Might Be Your Sign

People often delay starting therapy because they’re waiting for:

• “The right time”

• A clearer reason

• A crisis

• More certainty

• Less fear

  
  

But therapy doesn’t require you to be at your breaking point. It’s just as powerful when you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, uncertain, or simply ready to understand yourself better.

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationships, parenting, trauma, burnout, grief, identity shifts, or major life transitions — support can change the way you carry it.

And right now, you don’t have to wait.

Immediate Therapy Openings at Co & Associates

We’re excited to share that several of our therapists currently have immediate availability, making now a great time to begin.

Therapists Accepting New Clients

Minerva Acevedo - Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) (In-Office & Virtual) - Couples & marriage counselling, relationship dynamics, anxiety, stress, self-worth, family of origin issues, and generational trauma.

Amy Vorstadt - (Associate Therapist - OAMHP) (In-Office & Virtual) - Child and youth therapy, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, neurodiversity, and neurofeedback.

Taylor Morgan - Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) (In-Office & Virtual) - Teen and adult therapy, anxiety, trauma recovery, life transitions, emotional regulation, 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming care, ADHD, and neurodiversity.

Elena Kariam - Registered Social Worker (In-Office & Virtual) - Child and youth counselling, anxiety, depression, trauma, postpartum and maternal mental health support.

Laura Breau - Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) (In-Office & Virtual) - Child, youth, and adult therapy, anxiety, trauma, coping skills, parenting support, and neurodiversity-affirming care.

Monika Garncarek - Registered Social Worker (In-Office & Virtual) - Youth and women’s mental health, anxiety, stress management, self-confidence, relationship challenges, and conflict support.

Nadia Jameel - Registered Psychotherapist (Virtual across Ontario) - Anxiety and depression therapy, stress management, resilience building, self-esteem, and confidence support.

Haadiya Saleem - MSW Student (Virtual across Ontario) - Youth and adult counselling, anxiety, stress, trauma, emotional coping, and regulation skills.

Stephanie Maza - Registered Psychotherapist - children, youth, adults; anxiety/depression, neurodiversity, fertility, pregnancy loss, parenting, public-facing clients.

Garion Sparks-Austin - Registered Social Worker - individuals, couples & families, high-conflict, trauma, generational trauma, relationship dynamics, communication, self-identity, personal/professional development, narcissism, personality disorders, emotional intelligence, family dynamics, PTSD, front-line/first-responders, public-facing clients.

Therapy Isn’t About Becoming Someone Else — It’s About Coming Home to Yourself

At Co & Associates, therapy is not about “fixing” you. It’s about understanding your patterns, softening your inner critic, strengthening your emotional resilience, and learning how to live more authentically.

We support:

• Individuals

• Couples

• Children & youth

• Families

And we approach therapy with compassion, inclusivity, and the belief that mental health support should feel human, not intimidating.

Co & Associates provides therapy for individuals from diverse walks of life, including those in public-facing, leadership, or high-pressure roles. We understand the unique challenges that can come with visibility, performance expectations, and privacy concerns, and we prioritize discretion, flexibility, and clinically grounded care.

There Is No Perfect Moment — Only the One You Choose

If the new year has stirred something in you — even quietly — we encourage you to listen.

You don’t need to have everything figured out. You don’t need to feel “ready enough". You don’t need to wait for things to get worse.

Starting therapy can be the beginning of something meaningful — no matter the date on the calendar.

Ready to Begin?

🌿 Book your appointment online today:https://aws-portal.owlpractice.ca/coassociatesmilton

🔗 Learn more about our therapists and services:https://www.coassociatesmilton.com

At Co & Associates, we’re here to walk alongside you — whenever you’re ready to start.

Written by: Garion Sparks-Austin Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist Founder & Director Co & Associates

This article is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for therapy, counselling, or individualized mental health care. Everyone’s experiences are unique, and support that works for one person may not be right for another. If you’re struggling, we encourage you to seek professional support that fits your needs.