Meet Your Therapist | Counselling & Psychotherapy in Ontario

Because therapy should actually feel human.

Welcome to The Labyrinth Alcove.

I’m Amanda (she/her)— Registered Social Worker and Founder of The Labyrinth Alcove Counselling & Psychotherapy.

I created this space with a little caffeine, a lot of heart, and a big mission: to support you through the messy tangled labyrinth of being human.

It’s an intentional space— an alcove— for real people, real conversation, and real connection. Where therapy can actually feel human.

For now, this is a solo practice— but, as we grow, this page will become a home for all of the people behind the alcove who share the same commitment to you: to meet you where you are, listen deeply, and offer guidance with authenticity, compassion, and thoughtful, human-first, care.

Scroll down to learn more about me, my background, and the approach that shapes the care you’ll experience at The Labyrinth Alcove Counselling & Psychotherapy— or reach out when you’re ready to begin.

Amanda Zoltek, MSW, RSW, CC-PMH

Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist

Canadian Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional
Founder | The Labyrinth Alcove

Amanda Zoltek, MSW, RSW, registered social worker offering virtual and in-person counselling and psychotherapy across Ontario.

I approach therapy with my heart on my sleeve— from a space of genuine curiosity, authenticity, and compassion.

I believe that therapy should actually feel human— a space for real people, real conversation, and real connection. Real. Messy. Unfiltered. 

I am a human-first and a therapist second. While my work is grounded in evidence-based, integrative practice, my mission is for you to feel heard, understood, and held for exactly who you are. Therapy with me is about more than technique; it’s about the person sitting across from me.

Together, we work toward change that feels sustainable, meaningful, and manageable within real, everyday life.

You are welcome here, exactly as you are.

Book With Amanda

Below, you can learn more about my approach to therapy and the training and experience that shape my practice— or book your first session today.

  • I use an evidence-based, integrative approach to counselling and psychotherapy— drawing from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other modalities— while thoughtfully adapting my approach to fit your unique needs, goals, and lived experience.

    In our work together, I offer space to better understand what you’re navigating, explore patterns that may be keeping you feeling stuck, and gently build skills that support meaningful change— in ways that feel realistic and sustainable for everyday life.

    I am especially passionate about working with:

    • The Perinatal Path— supporting you through pregnancy, postpartum, and the beautifully chaotic (and often messy) transition to parenthood. 

    • Early Adulthood— walking alongside you through moments of change as you learn about yourself and begin shaping who you want to become. 

    • The Overwhelmed— offering a soft place to land when stress, burnout, and emotional exhaustion start to weigh on you. 

     My hope is that our work together can feel like a steady, safe, and supportive process— not about fixing you, but about meeting you as a person who is navigating a very real human experience.

  • Education

    • Master of Social Work (MSW), Wilfrid Laurier University

    • Master of Education (MEd), Lakehead University

    Licenses & Registration

    Amanda Zoltek, MSW, RSW

    • Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist

    • Registration Number: 840749

    • Regulatory Body: Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)

    Specialized Training

    • Canadian Certificate in Perinatal Mental Health (CC-PMH) (Spring, 2026)**

    • Yoga Teacher Training (200-hour)

    Professional Development

    • Implicit Bias Workshop— TNT Diversity Consultants, 2026

    • Culturally Adapted Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CA-CBT) for Black Populations— CAMH, 2026

    • Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy for Depressive Disorders— University of Toronto, 2025

    • Fundamentals of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy— University of Toronto, 2025

    • Introduction to Motivational Interviewing (MI)— Wilfrid Laurier University, 2023

    • 2SLGBTQ Foundations Course— Rainbow Health Ontario, 2023

    • Level One Violence Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA)— Centre for Trauma Informed Practices (CTIP), 2023

    • Revolutionizing Trauma and Addiction Treatment with The Felt Sense Polyvagal Model— OASW, 2022

    • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Skill: Radical Acceptance— OASW, 2022

    • Narrative Therapy: An Introduction to Ideas and Practices (Part 1 & 2)— OASW, 2022

    • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST)— LivingWorks, 2021

    • Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Resilience Training— ACEs Coalition of Guelph and Wellington, 2020

    Professional Memberships

    • Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW)

    • Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW)

My work is guided by the OCSWSSW Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice, which support ethical, professional, and client-centred care. You’re welcome to explore them at your own pace.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you feel aligned with my approach, you can schedule your first session online. When you’re ready, I’ll be here to meet you with care, curiosity, and compassion.

Book Your First Session

If you’re still feeling unsure, please feel free to reach out with any questions.