Modalities We Use at Mindfulness for Health
At Mindfulness for Health, our integrative approach blends modern neuroscience with compassionate, evidence-based therapies. We use a variety of modalities to help you understand yourself more deeply, regulate your emotions, and experience real, lasting change. You do not need to know which approach is right for you before reaching out, we will help you explore what feels most natural and effective.
How Our Modalities Work Together to Support You
Each person’s path to healing is unique, which is why we create personalized plans that often combine different modalities. For example, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can help you build practical coping tools, while Brainspotting allows you to process deeper emotional patterns, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps you reconnect with the parts of yourself that need care and understanding.
Together, these approaches support healing on every level — mind, body, and emotion. Whether you are interested in Individual Therapy , Online Therapy , Therapy Intensives , or our Mindfulness Groups , each service integrates these modalities to help you move toward calm, clarity, and lasting change.
Understanding Therapeutic Modalities
A modality is simply a type of therapeutic approach that guides how we work together. Each one offers a different path toward healing, whether through thoughts, emotions, or the body. Different approaches work best for different people and situations, and you do not need to know which one is right for you before starting.
Below, we outline the modalities we use most often. If you are looking for a specific approach not shown here, let us know and we will help you explore your options.
Brainspotting
Brainspotting helps you understand and release emotions or experiences that your mind and body have been holding onto. Sometimes we know what is bothering us, but other times the tension or discomfort feels harder to explain. Brainspotting uses eye positions connected to the brain’s emotional and memory centres to help you access and process what feels stuck, without needing to force it or find the perfect words.
As you focus on a specific point in your visual field, your brain naturally begins to work through what it has been holding. This can bring a sense of relief, clarity, and calm as your body lets go of old patterns of stress or pain. Many people find that Brainspotting helps them feel more grounded, clear-minded, and connected to themselves in a lasting way.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Internal Family Systems, or IFS, is a gentle way to understand why you feel and react the way you do. It is based on the idea that we all have different parts within us. For example, one part might try to keep you safe, another might feel hurt, and another might push you to keep going. Sometimes these parts can feel in conflict, leaving you overwhelmed or stuck.
In IFS, you learn to get to know these parts instead of fighting them. With curiosity and compassion, you begin to understand what each part is trying to do for you. Over time, you develop a calmer, more confident sense of self, allowing you to move through life with greater clarity and balance.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, helps you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and actions. It is especially helpful when you feel stuck in patterns of worry, self-doubt, or stress that seem hard to break. Together, we look at the thoughts that influence how you feel and explore more balanced, realistic ways of thinking and responding.
CBT gives you practical tools you can use in daily life to manage challenges with greater confidence. Over time, you learn to recognize unhelpful patterns more quickly and replace them with habits that support calm, focus, and emotional resilience.
Meet the Team
Healing is a collaborative process, and the people you work with make all the difference. Our team brings decades of experience in psychotherapy, occupational therapy, and mindfulness-based care. Together, we provide integrative, evidence-based support that meets you where you are and helps you move toward lasting change.
Angie Kingma, Registered Psychotherapist
Angie is a Registered Psychotherapist and founder of Mindfulness for Health. With over 25 years of experience in mental health, she blends modalities like Internal Family Systems (IFS), Brainspotting, and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) to help clients reconnect with themselves and live with greater awareness and authenticity. Her approach is warm, grounded, and deeply attuned to each person’s unique process of healing and transformation.
Danusia Gronkowski, Occupational Therapist and Psychotherapist
Danusia is an Occupational Therapist and Psychotherapist registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario and the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapy. With more than 30 years of experience in outpatient mental health, she specializes in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). Known for her compassionate, nonjudgmental style, Danusia helps clients recognize unhelpful patterns, rebuild self-esteem, and strengthen emotional regulation for a more balanced and fulfilling life.
What to Expect When Getting Started
Book Your Complimentary Meet and Greet
Your first step is to schedule a complimentary Meet and Greet with the therapist of your choice. This short, no-pressure conversation gives you a chance to ask questions, share a little about what brings you here, and see if it feels like a good fit.
Connect and Explore
During your Meet and Greet, we will take time to understand your needs, goals, and what kind of care may be most supportive. It is an open, friendly space to explore your options and talk about how we can best help.
Create a Plan
If you decide to move forward, we will work together to develop a personalized plan that reflects your pace, preferences, and goals. Everything we do is designed around what feels right for you.
Begin the Journey
When you are ready, we will move forward at a pace that feels right for you. This stage focuses on helping you feel more confident, connected, clear minded, and emotionally steady as you begin to break old cycles and live in closer alignment with your values. Together, we create space for steady growth and meaningful change.
Want To Connect With The Team?
If you are wondering which approach or combination of modalities may be right for you, we are here to help. You do not need to have everything figured out to get started. Reach out today to book your complimentary Meet and Greet, and together we will take the first step toward greater clarity, calm, and connection.
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