Our Programs
Reconnect Distance Counselling is a specialized therapy service based in Kawartha Lakes, Ontario that provides cognitive-behavioral and insight-oriented therapy for individuals, including those dealing with the Ontario criminal justice system.
Programs are delivered remotely via phone from anywhere in Ontario, Canada.
What we Offer
We believe that behind every behaviour is a story that helps it make sense.
We work with defendants to uncover the WHY behind their behaviour.
Key Service DetailsSpecialty: Recognized by the Ontario Court of Justice, the practice provides sentencing mitigation, assessments, and completion reports for defence attorneys. It is highly beneficial for clients with mobility, medical, or court-ordered restrictions.
Program Customization: The number and length of sessions are tailored to the specific needs of each client. Additional reports and assessments are available upon request.
Our Process
“Behind every behaviour is a story that helps it to make sense.’”
The Fundamental Principle of Our Counselling Approach:
The primary goal is to help our clients understand the true motivation for their choices. We make this a journey of curiosity rather than one of judgment. Once identified, we assist them in finding other choices that 'do no harm' in achieving their goals.The number and time of sessions can be customized depending on the needs and circumstances of each individual client.
Upon completion of the program, a summary report or completion letter will be provided. Additional documents, reports or assessments can be provided upon request.
Every program is tailored to suit individual circumstances and needs.
Language interpreters are available upon request.
Distance counselling is ideal for those with medical, mobility or court-ordered restrictions.
Programs are available via telephone from virtually anywhere with internet or phone service.
We attend Institutions to provide Counselling, assessments, and attend Parole Board Hearings.
CLIENT-CENTRED INDIVIDUAL COUNSELLING PROGRAMS
We maintain a focus on Harm Reduction. Programs are designed to be client-centred. Not every topic in each program may be addressed.
Topics are based on the issues each individual brings, and the Counsellor and the client choose and modify the topics as sessions progress. Court-ordered topics will be addressed.
Domestic Violence
Anger Management
Substance Abuse
Harassment
Theft
Sexual Indecency
Sexual Assault
Road Rage
Assault
Healthy Parenting in a Distressed Family System
Criminogenic Anti-Social Behaviours
ALL PROGRAMS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
• Assessments when Appropriate
• Principles of Accountable & Responsible
• Relationship between Character & Reputation
• Implications of Anti-Social Behaviour on Individual, Family & Community
• Impulse Control – Responding versus Reacting
• Goal Setting & Problem-Solving Techniques
• Grief & Shame – Dealing with stress and fear of being arrested, the uncertainty of the future
• Emotion Exploration
• Irrational/Self Defeating Beliefs
• Coping Strategies
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• Definitions of Abuse – emotional/physical violence/sexual/intimidation/coercion
• Aggression Styles
• Power & Control Dynamic
• Societal Belief Systems
• Family Dynamics – Roles & Consequences
• Relationship Issues, including Co-Dependency
• The Truth About Explosive Anger – taking ownership of one's behaviour
• Rage/Anger/Shame Cycle – Defending Scripts
• Anger/Rage Decompression Strategies
• Intimacy & Relationship Development
• The Difference between Fear & Respect
• Healthy Communication Skills
• Benefits of Compromise versus Win/Lose
• Behaviours consistent with being trustworthy
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• Effective Communication Skills, including Active Listening
• Emotional Validation
• Setting Healthy Boundaries & Expectations
• Age-Appropriate Discipline Strategies
• Compassion, Confidence & Consistency in Parenting
• Managing Defiance & Oppositional Behaviour
• Emotional Regulation & Self-Control
• Trauma & Its Impact on Behaviour
• Building Trust & Respect
• Positive Reinforcement & Encouragement
• Parenting Adolescents & Teen Challenges
• Social Media, Technology & Screen Time Management
• Understanding Bullying and Cyberbullying
• Peer Pressure & Risky Behaviour
• Substance Use Awareness & Prevention
• Parenting Children with Behavioural Challenges
• Developing Problem-Solving Skills
• Teaching Accountability & Responsibility
• Family Routines & Structure
• Coping with Separation, Divorce & Blended Families
• Co-Parenting Strategies
• Conflict Resolution Within the Family System
• Supporting Healthy Self-Esteem
• Stress Management & Self-Care for Parents
• Building Resilience in Children & Youth
• De-escalation Techniques
• Safety Planning & Managing Aggressive Behaviour
• Encouraging Positive Decision-Making
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• Definitions of Abuse versus Dependency
• The Role of Denial in Substance Dependency
• Implications of Apathy
• Coping with Grief and Shame relating to substance use/abuse
• Physical/Emotional/Mental Tools for Healing
• Stress Management Techniques
• Relapse Prevention Strategies
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• Addresses the notion of 'status' associated with individuals involved in anti-social behaviours
• Challenging Myths - Reality of long-term consequences
• Identifying Goals that are consistent with Integrity
• Strategies for Achieving a Lifestyle that leaves the criminal justice system behind
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• The specific allegations and circumstances of the client determine topics discussed.
• SONAR (Sex Offender Needs Assessment)
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Detailed Completion Reports or a basic Completion Letter are available for All Programs. Additional documents provided as needed
Why Work With Us
At ReConnect Distance Counselling, we believe that meaningful change begins with understanding, accountability, and support. Our specialized distance counselling services are designed to help individuals navigate difficult life circumstances while promoting personal growth, emotional awareness, and positive behavioural change.
ReConnect Distance Counselling offers more than counselling sessions — it provides individuals with the opportunity to reflect, rebuild, and move forward with accountability and purpose. Through compassionate, professional support, clients are guided to explore personal responsibility, emotional regulation, impulse control, and the impact of behaviour on themselves, their families, and the wider community.
Sessions focus on practical growth through goal setting, coping strategies, emotional exploration, and addressing irrational or self-defeating beliefs, helping clients develop healthier patterns of thinking and behaviour.
For legal counsel and the courts, participation in counselling can serve as a valuable sentence mitigation tool. Comprehensive reports provide insight into the individual behind the charges, presenting a more complete human picture to the court and encouraging empathy, understanding, and informed decision-making.
The wider benefits extend to society as a whole. By addressing the underlying causes of offending behaviour, counselling can help reduce recidivism and support meaningful rehabilitation. Diversion from the correctional system also helps reduce pressure on already strained judicial and correctional resources, creating better outcomes for individuals, families, and communities alike.
“Delivered professionally and confidentially through phone sessions across Ontario, our approach supports clients in taking constructive steps toward rehabilitation, healthier decision-making, and a more stable future.”
