Rachel Marriott
Intern Therapist
She/Her
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Delivery
Virtual | Phone
Type
Individuals
Age Range
18+
Fees
$90/hour
Sliding scale available
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change”- Carl Rogers
ANXIETY
DEPRESSION
ADDICTION
ADHD
Alcohol Use
Stress
Mood Disorders
Eating Disorders
Alzheimer’s
Life Transitions
Self-Esteem
2SLGBTQ+
Gender & Sexuality
“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we’ll ever do”- Brene Brown
Are you struggling with anxiety, disordered eating, or body image concerns? You may find yourself caught in cycles of overthinking, self-criticism, or comparison, feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts or disconnected from your body and needs. Patterns around food, control, or perfectionism may have once helped you cope, but over time can become exhausting, rigid, and difficult to shift.
In therapy, I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. My approach is collaborative and grounded in curiosity—I work with you to explore the underlying factors driving your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, while helping you build awareness in a way that feels manageable and supportive.
Together, we focus on developing more flexible coping strategies, reducing anxiety, and improving your relationship with food and your body. I also support you in building self-trust, challenging unhelpful patterns, and reconnecting with your values so you can move toward a more balanced, sustainable, and compassionate way of living. Therapy is not about perfection, but about helping you feel more grounded, confident, and aligned in your day-to-day life.
My Approach:
In my practice, I also support individuals experiencing anxiety and depression, with a focus on helping them build sustainable routines, strengthen coping strategies, and gradually move away from patterns of avoidance and “protectionism” that can keep them stuck in cycles of distress. My approach is grounded in compassion and collaboration, with an emphasis on helping clients develop greater flexibility, self-trust, and day-to-day stability.
I have also worked with members of the LGBTQ+ community and strive to provide care that is affirming, inclusive, and sensitive to the unique stressors and strengths that can shape lived experience. Across all of my work, I take a holistic, person-centred approach that recognizes the interplay between emotional, psychological, relational, and environmental factors in recovery and wellbeing.
I work as a therapist on an inpatient eating disorders unit, where I support individuals navigating complex relationships with food, body image, anxiety, and emotional distress. My clinical background includes work in addiction and concurrent disorders, which has helped me develop a nuanced understanding of how overlapping mental health and substance use challenges impact functioning, identity, and recovery.
Across these diverse clinical settings, I have developed a strong foundation in using a cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) lens to explore how thoughts, emotions, and behaviours aredeeply interconnected. My passion for supporting others in their emotional and psychological healing has naturally led me toward the path of becoming a psychotherapist.
I am excited to deepen my work by integrating more formal talk therapy approaches, while continuing to draw on the experiential and strengths-based perspective that recreation therapy has given me. My goal is to bring a holistic, compassionate, and client-centered approach to psychotherapy that honours both inner experience and lived action.
I am someone who values a balanced lifestyle and social connection. Outside of work, I live an active and social lifestyle, often spending quality time with my family and friends. I have a deep love for travel and enjoy exploring new cultures, experiences, and perspectives, which I believe enrich both my personal life and professional work. Staying active is a big part of who I am. Whether I’m playing hockey or golf, watching or attending sporting events, doing yoga, or finding ways to blend mindfulness into physical activity, I’m always seeking ways to stay grounded and present. I also have a huge love for animals especially dogs. These passions not only bring me joy but also inspire how I connect with clients: with energy, openness, and a genuine appreciation for the diverse paths people walk in life.
Ready to get started? Reach out today
rachelm@rootsinwellness.ca
(226) 503-9412
Address 911 Golf Links Rd., Unit 200
Ancaster ON
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Therapy at Roots in Wellness ranges from $90-$170 depending on the experience of the therapist that you choose.
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