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Meet the Team 

Maya Oakes 

Owner & Registered Psychotherapist 

About 

Hello and welcome! My name is Maya.

I created Branching Out Psychotherapy & Wellness with the understanding that it can be challenging to "branch out".... whether that means stepping outside your comfort zone, navigating a life transition, changing familiar patterns, learning new things about yourself, or exploring your inner world more deeply. Change can feel overwhelming, and my role is to provide a supportive space where you can slow down, gain insight, and reconnect with yourself as you move through it.

Approach 

I offer both in-person therapy in Whitby and virtual therapy across Ontario for Gen Z teens (16+) and adults navigating anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, grief, life transitions, self-esteem concerns, and questions surrounding identity and purpose.
 

My approach to therapy is rooted in a psychodynamic and relational framework, grounded in the belief that many of us develop patterns over time that shape how we think, feel, relate to others, and move through the world. Together, we will explore the experiences that have influenced who you are today — not to dwell in the past, but to better understand the patterns that may be keeping you stuck. Through curiosity, compassion, and self-reflection, we'll work to strengthen what is serving you while creating space to shift what is no longer aligned.
 

I view therapy as a collaborative process. Our work together will move at a pace that feels safe and supportive, allowing you to build a deeper understanding of yourself, develop greater emotional regulation, and strengthen trust in your own thoughts, feelings, and needs. I take a holistic approach that considers both mind and body, helping you tune into your internal experiences with awareness rather than judgment.
 

Alongside this foundation, I integrate evidence-based approaches including Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Somatic Therapies, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) to support insight, resilience, self-compassion, and meaningful change.
 

Above all, I strive to create a space where you feel seen, supported, and understood. It would be an honour to walk alongside you as you reconnect with yourself, navigate life's challenges, and move toward a life that feels more grounded, fulfilling, and authentically your own.

Availability 

Monday: 3:00pm-7:00pm (In-Person + Virtual) 

Tuesday: 10:00am-2:00pm (In-Person + Virtual) 

Wednesday: 10:00am-1:00pm (Virtual) 

Thursday: Virtual Only, Flexible Availability 

Friday: 10:00am-2:00pm (In-Person + Virtual)

Contact 

Email: branchingoutpsychotherapy@gmail.com

Phone: (343) 305-5896

Sarah Bressel 

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) 

About 

Hello!
 
I'm Sarah, and I aim to create a space where you can genuinely feel seen, heard, and understood, recognizing that you are the one who knows your lived experiences the best. Within this space, we can explore the patterns, emotions, beliefs, and stories that may be shaping your life, while supporting deeper self-awareness and lasting change.

Approach 

​I offer both in-person therapy in Whitby and virtual therapy across Ontario for adults navigating anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, grief, life transitions, self-esteem concerns, and questions surrounding identity and purpose.
 

My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and insight-oriented, with the understanding that healing often happens within a safe therapeutic relationship. With warmth, curiosity, and compassion, I meet you where you are, and together we move at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I draw from Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), EMDR, family systems perspectives, and other evidence-based approaches.

Each session is tailored to your unique needs and goals, while maintaining awareness of the nervous system. It would be a privilege to come alongside you as you gain a clear understanding of yourself, strengthen your connection to your values, and navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence.

Availability 

Monday: 10:00am-2:00pm (In-Person + Virtual) 

Tuesday: 4:00pm-7:00pm (Virtual) 

Thursday: 2:00pm-7:00pm (In-Person + Virtual) 

Contact 

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