Christine Trosztmer
Registered Psychotherapist · Master's (Adler School of Psychology, 2004)
Member of College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)
Psychotherapy Provider (Registered Psychotherapist)
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Christine Trosztmer is a Registered Psychotherapist, a Registered Nurse, and a Psychometrist. She possesses a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and has an illustrious background in academia, healthcare, and individual counselling.
Christine has facilitated positive mental health for over two decades.
With experience ranging from working with MVA victims, school-age children, adolescents, and offenders in correctional facilities, she has showcased her adaptability and expertise in various challenging environments. Her work has spanned institutions such as Sheridan, Durham, and Georgian College, Toronto Public Health, Sunnybrook and North York General hospital, where she has played both educational and therapeutic roles.
Christine believes in a holistic, empathetic approach.
Recognizing that everyone faces unique challenges and narratives, she seeks to understand her clients in a deeply personal and non-judgmental manner. This trust and honesty have been pillars of her practice, fostering an environment where clients can open up and seek the change they need.
Empowerment and resilience are central to Christine’s philosophy.
Whether it’s guiding victims of accidents to regain function, helping students in their academic journeys, or assisting individuals in overcoming personal traumas, her strength-based approach shines through. She emphasizes the importance of identifying personal goals, understanding one’s story, and tailoring a therapeutic path that best aligns with the individual’s aspirations.
Together, change is possible.
Christine’s extensive background, both in trades and therapeutic services, has endowed her with a unique skill set that allows her to address a vast array of issues. By actively listening and collaborating with her clients, she sets forth realistic, actionable goals that pave the way for healing, growth, and positive change.
Diversity and safety are paramount.
Christine’s engagements, from teaching scuba diving to conducting research on diverse topics, underscore her appreciation for varied backgrounds and experiences. She champions an environment that celebrates equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring that all clients have a secure space to confront, discuss, and heal from their challenges.
Learn more about Christine’s Journey:
Everyone needs help now and then, it is why we live in societies!
Most psychological problems begin when a person cannot cope with a situation or is not coping well. This usually happens because they have never been exposed to that type of situation or there is just too much of it. That is where I come into the picture…
Having earned my master’s degree in counselling psychology in 2004, I began working as a counsellor and psychometrist working with MVA victims, helping to assess and then to treat those clients, returning them to full function. I say full function because it is not possible to turn back the clock.
I started life in a family of tradespeople, and not surprisingly, I joined the trades and worked as a technician and did construction, taking breaks while I attended university. Then I developed repetitive motion disorder and took a hard look at the bodies of my family, as well as their aches and pains, and decided to leave those trades I enjoyed so much and chose to do my master’s in counselling psychology.
I have been an equestrian for most of my life and fell from a horse, breaking my hip. When I got back to riding, I realized I would never be able to ride like I did before because I literally lost a few muscles from the accident as well as a bunch of nerves. I was working on my master’s in applied neuroscience at the time, so made a choice between what was more important and beneficial for me, choosing my degree.
We cannot go backwards and should not try. Instead, we can move on to bigger and better things. If you don’t like lemonade, try a lemon meringue pie. The point is, there are options available if we know what they are, are willing to do the work, and have the help. Today I teach part-time, do a little renovation work, am a scuba instructor and counsellor. I could be resentful at having to change my life over and over again; instead, I used those events to change my direction and keep on enjoying, or maybe even enjoying my life more!
Primary Practice Location
Online Therapy Centre
16639 Yonge St
Newmarket, Ontario L3X 1V6
Phone: (416) 275-3139
Secondary Practice Location
Online Therapy Centre
45 Grist Mill Rd
Newmarket Ontario L9N 1M7
Phone: (416) 275-3139
Extended office hours: evenings, weekends
Website: https://www.onlinetherapycentre.com (opens in new tab)
Success Story
It was following many years of collaborative practice, that sparked the conception of Online Therapy Centre. Our team, made up of caring Psychologists and Psychotherapists, is genuinely driven to make a real difference. We aim to help every person we work with reach their fullest potential. Thanks to the combined experience and diverse skillsets we’ve gathered over the years, we’re able to offer a broad range of services. So, when you come to us, you’re getting the best of what we all bring to the table, tailored to your unique journey.
Years of Experience
20
Certifications
Doctor of Philosophy, Organizational/ Industrial Psychology Expect 2025
Adler University, (Chicago, Illinois)
Master of Science, Applied Neuroscience Completed 2020
King’s College of London (London, UK)
Master of Arts, Counselling Psychology Completed 2004
Adler School of Psychology (Chicago, Illinois)
Certified Agile Project Manager (PMAC-AMPC) Completed 2017
Kawartha Learning Centre (Peterborough, Ontario)
Honours Bachelor of Science, Nursing Completed 2013
Trent University (Peterborough, Ontario)
Honours Bachelor of Arts, English Literature Completed 2011
Trent University (Peterborough, Ontario)
Honours Bachelor of Science, Psychology Completed 2002
Trent University (Peterborough, Ontario)
Honours Bachelor of Arts, Computer and Cultural Studies Completed 1994
Trent University (Peterborough, Ontario)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• ASIST Suicide Prevention Training
• Best Practices CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) for Depression & Suicide
• EAGALA Equine assisted Psychotherapy Level 1 and 2 Certified
• EMDR Training
• First Aid and CPR Instructor Trainer – DAN
• IMS-100 Incident management training
• Inter Professional Collaboration Programme, Sunnybrook
• Mindfulness Training U of T / Sunnybrook
• PADI Master Scuba Trainer
• PMP Prep
• Reiki Level I practitioner
• Sheridan Institute Teaching Fundamentals
• TDI SDI Scuba Instructor
• TESL/TEFL (Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language) Certificate
