Counselling for motherhood, parenthood and family transitions
Support for new moms, parents and families adjusting to life with a baby or a growing family. In a calm, private room at Dolphin Dive, or online.
$150 per session · In person, virtual or by phone
So much is changing. Let’s slow down, together.
The transition to parenthood can bring joy and connection, as well as overwhelm, uncertainty and unexpected challenges. It can be hard to know where to start when so much is changing.
Psychotherapy offers a calm, supportive space to talk about your experiences, both joyful and challenging, and to find practical ways forward toward your goals.
I love my baby, so why do I feel so overwhelmed?
I don’t feel like myself any more.
We keep arguing, and we never used to.
How do I hold all of these roles at once?
Bring whatever is on your mind
What to expect
Sessions
Typically around 45 minutes, weekly or every two weeks. Often around 3 to 6 months, on a timeframe you agree on together.
Where
A private room at Dolphin Dive, inside ActivityPlex. Or virtually or by phone, anywhere in Ontario.
When
Usually weekday evenings and Saturday afternoons. Elizabeth arranges your time with you directly.
Fees
$150 per session. Ask about using your benefits. Receipts are provided by The Counselling House.
Getting started is simple
Counselling is booked directly with Elizabeth, not through our online booking.
Email Elizabeth
Send Elizabeth an email with your name, phone number and the times that suit you. That is all she needs to start.
Choose a time
Elizabeth will reply to arrange your first session, in person or online.
Come to Dolphin Dive
Check in at our front desk. We will welcome you and show you to Elizabeth’s quiet room.
Elizabeth Pungitore
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Elizabeth offers a space of tranquility and genuine connection where you can slow down, reflect and explore what might be going on beneath the surface. She has an extensive background in healthcare leadership and has researched burnout.
She is also a working mom of three, so she understands the weight of caring for others while trying to hold everything, including yourself, together. Many of our families already know her from Shine Bright, her summer program for young children at Dolphin Dive.
Elizabeth works in partnership with The Counselling House, under the clinical supervision of Dr. Laurie Ponsford-Hill.
Good to know
Who provides counselling at Dolphin Dive?
Elizabeth Pungitore, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She works in partnership with The Counselling House, under the clinical supervision of Dr. Laurie Ponsford-Hill, and sees clients in a private room at Dolphin Dive.
How do I book?
Email Elizabeth at elizabeth@thecounsellinghouse.ca. She will reply to find a time that works for you. Counselling is not booked through the Dolphin Dive online booking.
How much does it cost, and is it covered by insurance?
Sessions are $150 each. Many extended health plans cover psychotherapy, but coverage for a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) varies by plan, so please check with your insurer before your first session. Depending on your insurer, The Counselling House can provide a detailed receipt or direct bill your plan.
How long are sessions, and how many will I need?
Sessions are typically around 45 minutes, weekly or every two weeks. Counselling focuses on your specific concerns over a timeframe you agree on together, often around 3 to 6 months.
When is Elizabeth at Dolphin Dive?
Usually on weekday evenings and Saturday afternoons. Times vary, so Elizabeth will arrange your session time with you directly.
Can we meet online instead?
Yes. Elizabeth also offers virtual and phone sessions for clients anywhere in Ontario.
Is it confidential?
Yes. Your counselling records are kept by Elizabeth and The Counselling House, not by Dolphin Dive. Our front desk will simply welcome you and let Elizabeth know you have arrived.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed to start. Some benefit plans have their own rules, so check yours if you plan to claim.
Let’s move forward, together.
Send Elizabeth a short email to get started. She will reply to find a time that works for you.
Unit 112, 1305 Commissioners Rd E, London, inside ActivityPlex · Free parking