Amanda Geleynse
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Hi! I’m Amanda Geleynse, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) at Rebound Total Health. I strive to create a warm, relaxed and nonjudgmental space where you can come as you are and process whatever you are carrying. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply looking for support, you do not have to navigate it alone. I support individuals who have experienced trauma and marginalization, as well as individuals of all genders and sexual identities navigating the perinatal, postpartum and parenting journey. I also provide a space for those wanting to explore their mental health through a spiritual or faith lens, including those navigating the often complex and lonely process of faith deconstruction.
My hope is that therapy feels like a place where you are truly seen, heard and accepted. Together, we can explore your story with curiosity and compassion, helping you gain new perspectives while moving toward greater healing, self-understanding and well-being.
My goal is to create a safe space where you can be exactly as you are.
We can connect virtually or in person
Whether you’re near or far, I can help you bounce back. We can meet in-person in a calming, quiet environment in our newly renovated office space in Dundas, Ontario. We can also meet conveniently online or via telephone, giving you more flexibility to choose a time and place that works for you and your busy schedule.
If you’re ready to start, book a free consultation with me below.
What Can I Help you with?
I have experience working with adults and seniors. Do you need help with any of the struggles listed below? I can help!
- Trauma & PTSD
- Depression
- Self-Esteem
- Body Positivity & Body Image
- 2SLGBTQIA+ identities
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Racial Identity
- Coping Skills
- Women’s Issues
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Faith Deconstructing
- Religious trauma
Don’t see your struggle on the list above?
Let’s chat in a free consultation to see if I can help you or if someone on the Rebound team would be a better fit.
Working with Amanda Geleynse
My goal is to create a safe space where you can be exactly as you are. There is no judgment here. Instead, you can feel comfortable exploring what brings you here, deepening your self-understanding, and experiencing the support needed for healing to take place. For many people, there may be few spaces that feel safe to do this. My goal is to welcome you and work together to create an experience that is tailored to your needs.
Worth mentioning
As clients decide who they want to work with for counselling, there’s lots to take into consideration! Here are some additional perks you should know of!
Maybe you haven’t had a space where you feel totally safe and accepted for who you are. You are accepted here. When you walk in the door, you will know that you “belong” in this space. Starting from a welcoming place of belonging is the first step towards healing.
I will listen to you, genuinely get to know you, and work to understand your story from your perspective.
I am approachable and down-to-earth, and I strive to make our conversations feel comfortable. I won’t use over-your-head ‘therapy language,’ and I believe that laughter and lightness can ease the natural nerves that often come with starting therapy, or at any point in the process. Sometimes we just need to take a breath together and have a lighter conversation, and that’s okay, too.
What does a session with me look like?
Sessions with me are relaxed. I create a welcoming and non-judgmental environment, so you can feel comfortable sharing what you want and need to. From the moment we meet, I want to get to know you, and we will take the time to do so. We will also explore your goals and desires for counselling and discuss ways to help you achieve them, practising techniques as needed. I work collaboratively, which means we work together. It is essential for you to know that you are the expert on your life, not me. However, I am here to help guide deeper awareness of all aspects of you – the physical, emotional, social, spiritual and cultural. As we progress through counselling, the process will be uniquely tailored to who you are and your goals, both within the sessions and in the overall outcome.
Q&A just for fun
Q: Dogs or Cats?
A: Dogs
Q: Guilty Pleasure?
A: Love a good cult documentary
Q: Favourite Season?
A: Summer. Give me all that warm weather
Q: Biggest Pet Peeve
A: Wearing shoes in the house
Q: Ideal Vacation?
A: Somewhere warm, far away, with great food, markets to explore and culture to learn about
Q: Hobbies?
A: Exercising, cooking (I love trying new recipes), snowboarding
Q: Big Dreams?
A: To take my kids out of school for a year and travel the world together as a family
My Approach
I take a person-centred, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive approach, creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can safely explore your identity and healing goals. I understand that trauma can reshape the brain, influencing thoughts, emotions, and behaviours in lasting ways, which is an important foundation for understanding mental health. Because healing takes time and trust, I place great importance on building a therapeutic relationship where you feel seen, heard, and respected. I also recognize that your cultural background and intersecting identities shape how you experience both the world and therapy. My goal is to honour those experiences and work collaboratively with you in a way that reflects your values and needs.
Person-Centered Therapy (PCT)
I respect the autonomy of the client in the counselling process and understand they are the experts of their own lives. I demonstrate unconditional acceptance and respect for the person in front of me, showing up as my genuine self in the therapeutic relationship and caring deeply about what brings you here.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT):
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) recognizes that difficult thoughts and emotions are a natural part of being human. Rather than trying to get rid of them, ACT helps us change our relationship with them so they have less influence over our lives. Together, we’ll explore what matters most to you and help you move toward a life that feels more meaningful and aligned with your values, even when life feels hard.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
DBT is based on the idea that two things can be true at once: we can accept ourselves as we are while also working toward change. Together, we’ll build practical skills to help you manage difficult emotions, cope with life’s challenges, and create healthier relationships with yourself and others.
Narrative Therapy
Our stories matter—the ones we tell ourselves, the ones others tell about us, and the ones that shape how we see the world. Through narrative therapy, we’ll explore the narratives that have influenced your life and gently reimagine those that no longer serve you. Together, we can discover new perspectives and create stories that better reflect who you are and who you’re becoming.
Credentials
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology
CRPO Registration# 21339
Fees & Session Costs
Individual 50-Minute Session $140
Individual 75-Minute Session $210
Couples’ 50-Minute Session $160
Training Highlights
LGBTQ+ Clients: Treatment Strategies for Sexual & Gender Identity Issues (2026)
DBT Crash Course for Clinicians: 15 Core Techniques to Improve Emotional Regulation, Manage Distress and more (2026)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Made Easy: ACT for PTSD, Anxiety, Depression & Personality Disorders (2026)
From Harm to Healing: The Journey of Indigenous Culturally Responsive Psychotherapy (Webinar) – CCPA (2025)
The Embodied Therapist: Polyvagal Informed Somatic Techniques in Action – CCPA (2025)
Introduction to Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing – CCPA (2025)
Understanding Intergenerational Trauma – CCPA (2025)
An Introduction to Trauma Informed Practice – CAMH (2025)
Suicide Risk Assessment: Overview of Best Practices and Considerations – CAMH (2025)
Indigenous Canada – University of Alberta (2020)
“Telling the story is important; without stories, memory becomes frozen; and without memory, you cannot imagine how things can be different.” - Bessel van der Kolk
Interested in working with me?
As your counsellor I provide a comfortable, judgement-free space for help and healing.
When you’re ready, I invite individuals from all walks of life to reach out for a free consultation to see if we’re the right fit.