Kristena Disalvo, couples therapist in Mississauga at Healing Roots Therapy

Kristena Disalvo

(she/her)
Registered Psychotherapist
Couples Therapist in Mississauga

Therapy Formats:

In-Person Therapy Mississauga
Online Therapy
Phone Therapy

Core Therapy Focus:

InfidelityAnxietyAttachmentBreakupsCo-DependencyCommunicationDepressionGrief/LossRelationship DifficultiesSelf-esteem/Self-WorthSex and IntimacySocial AnxietyStress/BurnoutTraumaTrust Issues

Languages:

English

Client Focus:

Adult Therapy, Teen Therapy , Parent Support, Couples/Relationship Therapy, Individuals

Availability:

Tuesday: (Evening, In-Person)

Wednesday: (Evening, In-Person)

Friday: (Daytime, Virtual)

Please note: The availability listed above reflects this practitioner’s general schedule. Appointment availability may vary, and some days or times may be fully booked. If you have questions or are looking for a specific appointment time, please contact our administrative team for the most up-to-date availability.

Bio At A Glance:

Kristena is a Registered Psychotherapist offering in-person and online couples therapy in Mississauga and across Ontario. She is certified in Gottman Method Couples Therapy (Level 1 and Level 2), specializing in helping couples navigate infidelity, trust issues, communication breakdowns, conflict, and intimacy challenges. Kristena also works with individuals and teens dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and trauma.

Life presents us with uncertainties, challenges, and hardships that can often make us feel vulnerable and isolated. For couples, these challenges can strain even the strongest relationships. Whether you’re dealing with infidelity, communication breakdowns, loss of intimacy, or simply feeling disconnected from your partner, these hurdles can be daunting. However, they can also offer you the chance to evolve and emerge stronger together.

I adopt a holistic approach in my client work, acknowledging the complexity of each individual and couple, and tailoring therapy to suit your unique needs. My objective is to empower individuals and couples to rebuild, strengthen, and deepen their understanding of themselves and their relationships as they embark on their therapeutic journey.

Together, we can cultivate a profound sense of purpose, expand self-awareness, and enhance self-regulation. By delving deeper into self-understanding and behaviour patterns, we can integrate effective coping mechanisms within a safe, judgment-free environment to effectively manage intense emotions and feelings. You deserve to be the best version of yourself, and collaboratively, we will reach that goal.   

Types of therapy offered by

Kristena Disalvo

Cognitive Behavioural TherapyAcceptance & Commitment TherapyAttachment Based TherapyBehaviour TherapyDialectic Behaviour TherapyEmotionally Focused TherapyExistential TherapyExposure TherapyFamily SystemsGestalt TherapyGottman Method Couples TherapyHumanisticIntegrative or Holistic TherapyInternal Family SystemsMindfulness ApproachMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Brief TherapyStrength BasedTrauma Informed Therapy

Other areas of focus in therapy

Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Boundaries, Break Ups, Bullying, Childhood Trauma, Communication, Death, Depression, Divorce/Separation, Family Conflict, Gender Identity, Grief/Loss, Infertility, Life Transitions, Loneliness, Men's Issues, Parenting, Perfectionism, Personal Identity/Growth, Relationship Difficulties, School Challenges, Self-Esteem/Self-Worth, Self-Harm Reduction, Sex & Intimacy, Sexuality, Social Anxiety, Stress/Burnout, Trauma, Woman's Issues, Work Life Balance, Relational Truama

Kristena's Experience

Kristena is a Registered Psychotherapist with a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology. With an extensive background spanning five years, she has provided support to individuals with autism, clients facing addiction, and individuals with a wide array of mental health challenges. Her approach involves skillfully integrating therapeutic modalities to empower her clients to effectively conquer their challenges.

Furthermore, Kristena has a deep passion for working with couples and has achieved certification in both Level 1 and Level 2 of the Gottman Method Couples Therapy. This certification equips her with a diverse toolkit of theoretical perspectives and practical skills, enabling her to facilitate positive change within romantic relationships.

Life's Motivational Mottos

“There will always be a reason why you meet people. Either you need them to change your life or you’re the one that will change theirs.” — Angel Flonis Harefa 

Answers to some frequently asked questions:

The Gottman Method is a research-based approach to couples therapy that focuses on building friendship, managing conflict, and creating shared meaning in relationships. It provides practical tools to improve communication, repair trust, and deepen intimacy. I’m certified in both Level 1 and Level 2, which means I have advanced training in helping couples navigate even the most challenging relationship issues.

Yes. I specialize in helping couples heal from infidelity and betrayal. Together, we will work through the pain, process what happened, understand the underlying issues, and rebuild trust at a pace that feels right for both partners. Healing from infidelity is possible, and I’m here to help support you through that journey.

Yes. I work with couples who want to improve their relationship, as well as individuals navigating relationship difficulties, breakups, anxiety, depression, or other challenges. Sometimes individual work is the first step before couples therapy, and I can support you in either or both contexts.

That’s okay. Individual therapy can still be incredibly valuable for improving your relationship. We can work on understanding your relationship patterns, improving communication skills, setting boundaries, and developing clarity about what you need, even if your partner isn’t ready to join you yet.

Yes. I offer both in-person couples therapy in Mississauga and online therapy for couples across Ontario. Virtual sessions can be just as effective as in-person therapy and provide flexibility for busy schedules.

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