Cathlin Martin, MSW
Individual & Couples Therapy Across Ontario
Helping You Rebuild Stability, Heal from Trauma, and Find Clarity in Relationships and Life Transitions
You may be feeling disconnected, lost, or emotionally untethered—like you’re moving through life without a steady sense of ground.
Many of my clients are navigating relationship challenges, dating uncertainty, separation, or divorce, while also carrying the weight of trauma, grief, or emotions that feel overwhelming or difficult to understand.
You may appear to be functioning on the outside, while internally feeling emotionally exhausted, uncertain, or unsure of how to move forward.
If you’re longing for clarity, stability, and a deeper sense of wholeness, you don’t have to go through this alone.
I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for individuals and couples across Ontario to explore emotions, heal from past experiences, and rebuild a stronger connection with themselves and others.
You May Be Experiencing…
Feeling emotionally disconnected, overwhelmed, or “untethered”
Relationship distress, separation, or divorce
Repeating relationship patterns that feel painful or confusing
Anxiety, emotional dysregulation, or shutdown in relationships
Trauma or past experiences that continue to affect your present
Grief and loss that feel unresolved or difficult to process
Depression, low mood, or emotional exhaustion
Difficulty understanding your emotions or internal experiences
Feeling uncertain about identity, direction, or relationships
If this resonates, therapy can help you slow down, make sense of your internal world, and begin reconnecting with yourself in a more grounded and meaningful way.
How I Work With Clients
My approach is warm, collaborative, and depth-oriented.
In our work together, we focus on both your emotional experiences and the patterns that shape your relationships, identity, and sense of self.
I often support clients who feel overwhelmed by their emotions or disconnected from themselves. Together, we work to understand what is happening beneath the surface—rather than just managing symptoms.
Therapy becomes a space where you can begin to feel more grounded, more self-aware, and more connected to what matters most to you.
Client Groups I Work With:
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Many clients come to therapy during periods of relationship distress, separation, or divorce.
They may feel grief, confusion, emotional pain, or uncertainty about what comes next. Often, these experiences also bring up deeper attachment wounds or questions about relational patterns.
In therapy, we work to:
Understand relationship dynamics and attachment patterns
Process emotional pain and grief
Make sense of what happened in the relationship
Rebuild emotional stability and self-trust
Move forward with greater clarity and grounding
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Some clients seek therapy to process past trauma or experiences that continue to impact their emotional well-being and relationships.
This may include relational trauma, childhood experiences, or difficult life events that feel unresolved or “stuck” in the present.
Using trauma-informed and somatic-based approaches, we work at a pace that feels safe to:
Process and integrate past experiences
Understand emotional and nervous system responses
Reduce emotional overwhelm and reactivity
Build internal safety and stability
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Clients often come in after experiencing grief, loss, or major life transitions.
This may include the loss of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or significant life changes that disrupt identity and emotional stability.
Therapy provides space to:
Process grief and emotional pain
Explore meaning and emotional impact
Rebuild identity and sense of self
Find grounding during transition
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Many clients are interested in understanding their internal emotional world more deeply.
They may feel pulled between different parts of themselves, struggle with self-criticism, or feel disconnected from their needs and values.
Using Internal Family Systems (IFS), we work to:
Understand different emotional “parts” of self
Build self-compassion and internal awareness
Reduce inner conflict and emotional overwhelm
Strengthen emotional integration and clarity
What It’s Like to Work With Me
In therapy with me, you can expect a space that is supportive, steady, and emotionally attuned.
We slow things down so you can begin to understand what your emotions are communicating and how past experiences may still be shaping your present.
I integrate Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, and trauma-informed approaches to support both emotional insight and practical change.
For clients who wish to integrate their faith, Christian-informed therapy can also be included in a way that feels grounding and personally meaningful.
My goal is to help you feel more anchored within yourself—more clear, more connected, and more aligned with your life and relationships.
Areas of Focus
Couples therapy and relationship distress
Separation, divorce, and breakup recovery
Trauma and relational trauma
Grief and loss
Anxiety and emotional overwhelm
Depression and emotional exhaustion
Life transitions and identity changes
Attachment patterns and relational dynamics
Emotional regulation and self-understanding
Therapeutic Approaches
My work is tailored to your needs and may draw from:
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT & EFIT)-informed practice
Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Trauma-informed / trauma-focused approaches
Attachment-based therapy
Grief-informed therapy
Client-centred and collaborative care
Anti-oppressive and culturally responsive practice
You Might Be a Good Fit for Working With Me If…
✓ You feel emotionally disconnected, overwhelmed, or uncertain about yourself
✓ You are navigating a breakup, separation, or relationship distress
✓ You want to understand how past experiences shape your present emotions
✓ You experience anxiety, shutdown, or emotional intensity in relationships
✓ You are processing grief, trauma, or major life transitions
✓ You want both emotional depth and practical tools for change
✓ You are seeking a safe space to slow down and reconnect with yourself
What Therapy Can Help You Achieve
Together, we can work toward:
Greater emotional clarity and stability
Healing from trauma and relational wounds
Healthier relationship patterns and connection
Reduced emotional overwhelm and reactivity
Stronger self-awareness and self-trust
Integration of past experiences into present life
A deeper sense of grounding, identity, and direction
More secure and meaningful relationships
Finding the right therapist matters.
Book a free consultation with our Intake Coordinator to explore whether working with Cathlin feels like the right fit for your needs. We’ll help match you with the therapist who best aligns with your goals, preferences, and availability.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and book a consultation call.
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I offer individual and couples therapy, providing a supportive space to work through a wide range of concerns. Sessions are available virtually throughout Ontario, offering flexibility to meet your needs.
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Getting started is simple—reach out to book a free phone consultation so we can discuss your needs and goals. From there, we’ll find a time and therapist that feels like the best fit for you.
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What sets my work apart is a warm, non-judgmental, and structured approach that helps you understand your emotional and relationship patterns in a meaningful way. I draw from EFT, CBT, and trauma-informed care, with a focus on relationships, attachment, and life transitions like dating, breakups, separation, and grief. My practice is grounded in authenticity, collaboration, and respect for your unique story.
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My rate is $160 per 50 minute session for individual therapy and $170 per 50 minute session for couples therapy. If you have questions about session length, coverage, or billing, I’m happy to help.