Hello, and welcome to the Mind-Body Healing Centre, a co-creative space that offers wholistic, psychotherapeutic, and Philosophical Counselling modalities to bring about deep self-understanding.

I have been a client of Patricia Arnold for the past three years. This was during a time in my life when I was dealing with the threat of being downsized and found myself struggling with self-doubt and feelings of insecurity about my future. Friends who knew Patricia’s skills recommended her to help with stress reduction and because of my comfort with her, I decided to continue in Philosophical Counselling. As a therapist, I have an interest and faith in the power of self-reflection. The impact of childhood loss long ago awakened in me an awareness of the vulnerability of the psyche to traumatic events. In my adult life, I see how old belief systems created as a result of trauma can impact the ability to make wise and healthy choices – to meet one’s personal potential. I am particularly impressed with Patricia’s comfort and skill working at a variety of levels, how attuned she is to the energy of others, her understanding of the impact of trauma, her ability to draw upon a variety of modalities and her intelligent pacing of the work, which I have found challenging, respectful and hopeful. In those moments when values, meaning and purpose underlie our exploration, Patricia has drawn upon her skills in Philosophical Counselling to deepen the level of questioning: to revisit and re-think assumptions with a sense of curiosity. Her skills allow her to engage creatively and thoughtfully in this exploration. The opportunity to question with someone who is competent in this kind of exploration is challenging and inspiring. My self-awareness and acceptance have increased remarkably as a result and I also see a positive impact on my responses to the stresses of daily life. I am happy to provide this information on our work together and I trust that Patricia will make a valuable contribution to your treatment community.

PDW, Psychiatric Nurse | Ontario

I began going to Patricia after receiving a referral from a friend who had experienced amazing results through working with her. I had realized my life was at a stand-still. I had experienced some traumatic events and thought that I had it under control – that they wouldn’t affect me – until a couple of years later my life seemed dark. Everything seemed too difficult. All of my dreams and goals were too much to even think about and I didn’t want to be around anyone. After a few weeks of working with Patricia I began seeing a difference in my overall demeanor. True, I had a lot of work ahead of me, but I felt like I finally found what I needed to get through all the layers that were bogging me down. The environment was comfortable and encouraging, but real. Patricia impressed me with recognizing instantly how to work with me, for me. No judgement. Her ability to explain what and why I was going through the feelings and emotions I was experiencing was awe-inspiring and invigorating. I was finally beginning to understand myself, someone I had known all my life, but never really knew. Every session she tunes into me and my energy field, reads me, supports me and helps me to discover and actually become conscious of what I am feeling and how to make it work for me – no one else. My life, in every aspect has improved incredibly – and the transformation started quickly, but has been a journey that will continue. I would not be where I am today if it wasn’t for her. Since, I have recommended her to friends and they are all experiencing very similar, miraculous, results.

L.H.Q. | Toronto

I approached the idea of counselling with a heavy air of skepticism, given my belief that the field was one step removed from the pseudo-scientific practice of therapeutic psychoanalysis and its reliance on chemical substances as a curative medium. Having seen so many glaring misdiagnoses with children with whom I had worked in the past, I felt my skepticism was, at least in good part, justified. In a welcome departure from this stereotype, Patricia’s practice has been infinitely more affirming and gently investigatory – she acts more as a guide than as a medical practitioner, although she possesses all the best qualities of investigator, professional and sage and, in my view, is fully qualified to offer a psychological assessment of a patient or client. The best and most accurate way to categorize my work with Patricia is as a traveler, exploring the metaphysical world through a variety of techniques ranging from a comparative view of various philosophical tenets to emotional introspection, verbal expurgation and spiritual analysis. There have been occasions where even my skeptical self was taken aback by the almost prescient manner in which Patricia elucidated concepts, feelings, and energies. I have been pleasantly frustrated from time to time when I feel as though she is thinking several steps ahead of me, because she has already seen the underlying reason behind a series of emotions, but, instead of proffering the key to the puzzle, led me through the stages to draw the conclusions of my own power. These are all moments when one steps back, pauses, and recognizes that a fundamental change has been made in oneself. These are the epiphanic moments. Ultimately, Patricia’s road is one for the willing, although she will make a quick convert out of even the thickest-skinned cynic. Those who decide to embark on this wonderful journey should truly recognize a need for change as well as possess a passion for discovery, and they shall not leave unrewarded.

K.K. | Toronto

I have been a client of Patricia Arnold for the past three years. This was during a time in my life when I was dealing with the threat of being downsized and found myself struggling with self-doubt and feelings of insecurity about my future. Friends who knew Patricia’s skills recommended her to help with stress reduction and because of my comfort with her, I decided to continue in Philosophical Counselling. As a therapist, I have an interest and faith in the power of self-reflection. The impact of childhood loss long ago awakened in me an awareness of the vulnerability of the psyche to traumatic events. In my adult life, I see how old belief systems created as a result of trauma can impact the ability to make wise and healthy choices – to meet one’s personal potential. I am particularly impressed with Patricia’s comfort and skill working at a variety of levels, how attuned she is to the energy of others, her understanding of the impact of trauma, her ability to draw upon a variety of modalities and her intelligent pacing of the work, which I have found challenging, respectful and hopeful. In those moments when values, meaning and purpose underlie our exploration, Patricia has drawn upon her skills in Philosophical Counselling to deepen the level of questioning: to revisit and re-think assumptions with a sense of curiosity. Her skills allow her to engage creatively and thoughtfully in this exploration. The opportunity to question with someone who is competent in this kind of exploration is challenging and inspiring. My self-awareness and acceptance have increased remarkably as a result and I also see a positive impact on my responses to the stresses of daily life. I am happy to provide this information on our work together and I trust that Patricia will make a valuable contribution to your treatment community.

PDW, Psychiatric Nurse | Ontario