Hamilton, Ontario & Virtual Across Ontario

Counselling & Therapy in the Heart of Hamilton

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Servizi in Italiano

“Essendo di origine italiana, capisco l’importanza della cultura e della famiglia nel nostro percorso di guarigione. Offro sessioni di terapia in lingua italiana per coloro che si sentono più a loro agio nell’esprimere le proprie emozioni nella loro lingua madre.”

35+

Years of Experience

RSW

Registered Social Worker

Hamilton

In-Person & Ontario-Wide Virtual

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Sessioni in Italiano

My Approach

Counselling That’s Conversational, Relational and Real

Counselling doesn’t have to be prescriptive or overly formal. While I have the training and professional qualifications (RSW) as well as decades of experience, I prefer a more informal and relaxed approach that often feels like a conversation or a retelling of your story. I always show up to our sessions as my authentic self. One who is compassionate, honest and no nonsense.

I believe in:

Helping you to reframe your story

Release the "old chapters" that keep you feeling small and abandoned and rewrite the story that aligns with the new version of you.

Honest conversation

No jargon, just real talk about what's holding you back.

Healing through transition

Finding your spark and reclaiming the joy you think is gone for good.

Whether we meet in person here in Hamilton or have therapy virtually from the comfort of your own home, I’m here to walk with you. It’s time to stop just “getting through the day” and start living the life you were meant for.

Salvina Castiglione
Registered Social Worker
Author & Grief Educator
The Cardinal Connection

Therapy For Reconnection

I’m Salvina Castiglione, a Registered Social Worker with over thirty-five years of experience. I provide therapy to couples and individuals who are feeling stuck in the exhausting cycle of a relationship breakdown or are depleted by the heavy fog of grief.

Perhaps you are experiencing the quiet, persistent feeling that you have lost your true self along the way.

I want you to know you’ve come to the right place.

I’m here to provide a safe space where your voice is heard, your pain is witnessed, and your hope is restored.

Areas of support

How I Can Help You

01

Grief, Loss & Life Transitions

Helping you understand the impact of your grief and walk with you through the depletion and abandonment that follows the death of a loved one.

02

Anxiety & Stress Management

Helping you navigate the "overwhelming" feelings and repetitive negative thoughts that impact your health and vitality.

03

Self-Esteem & Inner Child Work

Healing the parts of yourself that have been abandoned or silenced to build a stronger, more confident "you."

04

Depression & Emotional Disturbance

Reconnecting with joy when life feels stagnant or heavy.

05

Narcissistic Abuse Recovery

Specialized support for those living in or recovering from toxic and manipulative relationships. I help you untangle the confusion and find your way forward.

06

Relationship & Marriage Support

Providing a compassionate space to help you and your partner reconnect, or part ways with compassion and respect.

07

Mid-Life Reinvention

Guidance for those transitioning from a state of self abandonment to profound self connection and craft a new story of purpose and peace.

Your Path Forward Starts Here

Choosing to start therapy is a profound act of self-care. Whether you are looking to save your marriage or relationship, heal from your past, or simply feel like yourself again, I am here to listen.

"It's time to stop just 'getting through the day' and start living the life you were meant for."

Ready to Begin?

Let's talk about what you need and how I can help.
Get In Touch

I'm here for you

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Contact Form

+1 555 666 222

salvina@thecardinalconnection.ca

Hamilton, ON