At Vaughan Relationship Centre, our counselling space is one of acceptance, respect, and safety.
Most of our therapists have 15-25 years of experience.
Our relationship with our partner is one of the most important relationships we will have and takes time to nurture and grow. At Vaughan Relationship Centre, we are passionate about helping couples and individuals heal their relationships. We listen and provide guidance through friendly and thoughtful consultation, in a safe and comfortable space.
Our clients are normal everyday individuals who want to learn how to better communicate and connect with their partner. While we work with couples, we also work with individuals struggling with relationships with their partner, parent, child, sibling or other relative, in-laws, coworkers or colleagues. We see each of our clients as unique, so we don’t stereotype or generalize about your story. We take the time to truly listen to what brought you to our office and to understand what is most important to you.
Our Services
Couples Counselling
Do you feel like you can’t talk openly to your partner? Do you argue over and over in hurtful and unconstructive ways? Can you not see a way out of your troubled, estranged situation? Has there been some type of betrayal or something you cannot seem to move past? Let us help you.
Relationship Counselling For One
Struggling with your relationship and want to explore first steps on your own? Is your partner hesitant to attend counselling? Let’s find out what you can do to improve your relationship.
Family Counselling
Do you feel disconnected from your children or your parents? Maybe you are a parent wanting to help your children through changes in life? We are here to support you.
Individual Counselling
Perhaps you’re struggling with the relationship you have with yourself, overcoming past resentment, experiencing a disconnect to your surroundings or just long to create better experiences in your life? Regardless, sometimes the journey towards a bright future begins with you.
Courses For Clients
This course will give you some tools to fast-forward therapy, saving you time and money. This course requires a one-time payment of $199 CAD, which is the average price of one couples therapy session in Ontario. However, you get about five sessions of content packed into one hour. After completing this course, you can walk into a therapist’s office and tell them you already know about different communication styles and have some communication tools.
In this self-directed course, which will take under an hour, Amanda Bacchus, MSW, RSW, RP, RMFT-SQ, will:
- Discuss the common myths around communication in your relationship.
- Help you identify and understand your communication style and your partner’s.
- Explore the reasons behind withdrawal or persistence in arguments with your partner.
- Learn strategies to communicate with your partner better, so that you can manage when you get upset or have overwhelming feelings.
- Develop effective communication techniques to enhance your communication style.
Guidance & Learning
Our Latest Video
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Couples Counselling for One
Couples Counselling for One: How Focusing on Yourself Can Improve Your Relationship. When people think about couples therapy, they often picture two partners sitting together in a room, working through their issues with a therapist. While this traditional approach can be incredibly effective, there is another powerful method that can make a significant impact on […]
Healing or Parting Ways: Discernment Counseling for Couples at a Crossroads
Discernment counseling is specifically designed for couples who are uncertain about the future of their relationship. It provides a structured environment to explore their feelings and options, whether to continue working on the relationship or to separate. The main benefit of a therapist in discernment counseling is their ability to provide expert guidance, emotional support, […]
Your First Appointment
Many couples who come to us have struggled for years, having the same argument over and over again, feeling the same dissatisfaction, and experiencing the same loneliness in their partnership. It can be difficult to change well-established patterns after such a long time of shaping them. Research shows that it takes five positive interactions to […]
Moving Past Misconceptions and Making a True Difference
Many are uncomfortable with the prospects of relationship or individual guidance and consulting with a therapist.
Many are uncomfortable with the idea of relationship or individual guidance, but everyone struggles either alone or in a relationship at one point or another. Many individuals come to us to heal emotional wounds and strengthen the bonds with those they truly love and appreciate — even their own selves. When we are ill, we see a doctor. We get our cars fixed by a mechanic or contact Geek Squad for our computers. For problems with relationships, seeking out support from a therapist is far healthier than continuing the same patterns as before. Our professional and deeply knowledgeable therapists will work closely with you to determine the precise nature of your situation. We will consult with you to determine how to best improve and maintain your life circumstances in a healthy, constructive way. We will work with you to not only protect the stability of your relationships, but to protect it against future friction and frustrations.
As modern society begins to accept that relationship and individual therapy is nothing to be afraid of, more and more individuals find the courage to reach out and improve life circumstances. There’s no reason not to make a positive change for yourself and re-establish healthy patterns. We provide attentive, and approachable therapy services without sacrificing client integrity and self-respect. Our goal is to normalize therapy and remove the misconception of it being a “taboo” subject, so we can heal many more relationships through professional, friendly, and thoughtful direction.
Areas we service
Vaughan Relationship Centre is a therapy and counselling centre conveniently located in Woodbridge, ON. The therapists and counsellors of VRC provide counselling services to individuals, families, and couples in Vaughan, Woodbridge, Brampton, Mississauga, Richmond Hill, Etobicoke, Kleinburg, King City, Concord, Maple and the northern GTA (all appointments are held at our Woodbridge location).
Feedback From Our Clients
Many people ask why we don’t have testimonials on our website. The choice reflects our strict adherence to ethical principles set forth by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, as well as the Ontario College of Psychotherapists. These professional bodies explicitly prohibit clients from offering testimonials due to the risk of disclosing their identities.
The therapists at the Vaughan Relationship Centre have specialized training in relationship therapy. Also, they excel in addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, family dynamics, stress alleviation, abuse, and overcoming the lingering effects of past family problems.
Many of our clients seek our assistance in improving their relationships, especially in overcoming communication barriers and past grievances. We have achieved remarkable success assisting our clients in creating stronger bonds while acquiring valuable skills like attentive listening and mutual understanding.
While most clients come to us to improve their relationships, not all come in with the same hope or agenda. Occasionally, clients approach us for support to end their relationships, which can be a challenging and emotional process for both parties.
Our primary objective is to assist our clients in achieving their relationship goals without imposing our personal beliefs on how they should navigate their lives. We aim to empower our clients to reach their goals for therapy.
Amanda Bacchus, M.S.W., R.S.W., R.P., R.M.F.T – SQ
Amanda is a directive therapist who calls it as she sees it. She actively participates in therapy sessions, going beyond the usual “How do you feel?” question. She remains impartial and unbiased while working with couples and families. Amanda is easy to talk to and connects well with her clients. She has built trust among healthcare providers, who often recommend her services for effective client support.
Leslie Yaffa, M.S.W.,R.S.W., EdD
Leslie has been supportive to numerous couples and families. She offers valuable insights and gently encourages clients to share their thoughts and feelings. Leslie is practical and addresses issues in a straightforward manner. Many clients seek her help during times of distress, and she skillfully helps them navigate their pain and emerge stronger on the other side. She is dedicated to understanding her clients’ needs and working towards achieving their therapy goals.
Melissa Devlin, M.S.W., R.S.W.
Melissa is recognized for her ability to guide clients in uncovering their own solutions by asking thought-provoking questions. She facilitates open communication between couples, fostering a deeper connection and mutual understanding. Melissa prioritizes creating a welcoming and secure environment for her clients to feel at ease and make therapy sessions less intimidating.
Neera Madhok, M.S.W., R.S.W.
Neera possesses a remarkable ability to grasp the core of her clients’ issues. She is exceptionally empathetic, offering a fresh perspective and assisting them in overcoming obstacles. Neera is praised for her skill in validating and genuinely listening to her clients. She excels in building strong connections with clients, while encouraging accountability without passing judgment.
