JOY GANDELL • Relational Therapist, Coach, Certified Clinical Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Practitioner, and Speaker

Empowering Your Journey Towards Self-Regulation, Improved Functioning, and Success

About Me

As a warm, curious, and empathetic self-proclaimed nerd, I have a deep passion for reading, learning, and understanding why things happen and what motivates people. I’ve harnessed my love for knowledge, inquisitive nature, and resourcefulness to answer these questions and create a foundation for my healing, growth, and resilience.

At the core of my values are deep compassion for those who are suffering and a strong belief in giving back to society. I’ve been on a mission to understand why some individuals effortlessly succeed while others struggle.

Driven by my innate desire to help others, I dedicated nearly two decades to supporting individuals in their personal and professional development. However, my daughter’s cancer diagnosis, a pivotal moment, made me reassess how to make a more profound impact by dedicating my life to helping others. Witnessing my children’s differences in development, learning, and functioning sparked an insatiable curiosity to understand these complexities and uncover the mysteries of their brains.

I delved into executive function skills, self-regulation, psychology, and neuroscience to acquire the knowledge to support my children and others. I supplemented this with research on pediatric cancer side effects, trauma, ADHD, learning disabilities, and the science behind effective learning strategies.

Now, equipped with a wealth of knowledge and an unwavering commitment to empowering others, I am here to help you find tailored solutions that meet your unique needs. My clients are inherently resourceful, whole, and capable of change. They, too, are curious to uncover the mysteries of their brains to optimize their performance. Guided by empathy, calmness, respect, and kindness, I approach every client relationship with a dedication to growth and success.

You are in the right place if you have a neurodivergent brain (ADHD, NVLD, Learning Disabilities, etc.) and/or are a pediatric cancer survivor looking to unlock your full potential, overcome challenges, and achieve personal and/or professional growth.

I empower my clients to preserve and restore their energy, optimizing their brains for healing and productivity. 

Whether you seek to enhance your self-regulation while alleviating symptoms associated with stress, anxiety, and depression, strengthen your executive function skills, or cultivate personal growth, I am ready to support you at every step.

Let's unlock your potential together!

Whether you seek to enhance your self-regulation, reduce stress and anxiety, develop executive function skills, or cultivate personal growth, I am ready to support you at every step. 

Let’s unlock your potential and create a meaningful life that aligns with your authentic self. 

Are you ready to embark on this transformative journey?

Let’s get started!

Professional Development Journey

2024

Diploma in Applied Psychology and Counselling specializing in Psychotherapy

2023

Certified Clinical Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Practitioner

2022

The Self-Reg Learning Facilitator’s Program

2021

The Self-Reg Foundations Program

2021

Associate Certified Coach (expired Jan 2024) – The International Coaching Federation

2020

JST – Empowering Students Through Coaching

2001

Master of Science in Administration, Management

1998

Bachelor of Psychology

Professional Association Memberships

  • Ritma: Interveners and Therapists Group in Alternative and  Complementary Medicine
  • Academy of Naturopaths and Naturotherapists of Canada Inc.

  • The Canadian Association of Integrative and Energy Therapies

  • International Coaching Federation

My Services

2024-11-15T20:22:01+05:00

Training & Speaking Engagements

If your audience is looking to hear from someone who has parented through a child’s physical and/or mental disabilities, advocated for their child, learned how to teach Shanker Self-Reg and overcome life’s devastating obstacles, Then Joy is the speaker for your next event.

Free Stuff

Please check out the following freebies Joy has available so that you can work with her on your own time and benefit from what she has learned.

Revitalize Your Life with Self-Regulation Practices

Are you seeking ways to boost energy levels, alleviate tension, and embrace a healthier, more balanced lifestyle? Look no further than the power of self-regulation. Unlock the potential for increased well-being with my FREE 5 Foundational Self-Regulation Practices infographic. This comprehensive guide reveals the five fundamental practices our bodies crave for optimal self-regulation.

Discover self-regulation’s transformative benefits and access additional resources by simply clicking the button below. Take charge of your well-being today!

  • YouTube Videos:

  • Curated YouTube Playlists for many of your Self-Regulation, EFT, and Executive Functioning needs

Media

Please check out the following articles where Joy Gandell has been featured or quoted.

Check out my list of Amazon faves!

From books to tools and executive function must-haves. Thank you in advance for your support!

All links lead to the Amazon Canada store. 

BOOKS

Self-Regulation

Emotional Freedom Technique

Trauma

Executive Functioning

ADHD

TOOLS

Happy Light

Fidgets & Sensory

Weighted Blankets

Stress Balls

Ear Plugs

Testimonials

Joy has coached me since September 2019. She has helped me in my time management during my college studies. She is very organized, structured, and reliable. She knows how to help someone become more accountable to oneself and others; is also a warm communicator, very patient, and asks the right questions to prompt autonomous responses. Indeed, she is a great life coach that can answer many needs because of her wide variety of knowledge and expertise in executive functioning. I recommend her!
Joel Jobin, Student
We want to thank you for your work with our daughter earlier this year. She benefited from working with you, and we can see a remarkable difference in how she is managing stress this year. It’s a tough time for all, but in particular for adolescents, so I’m glad she was able to connect with you ahead of starting her university experience.
Anonymous parent of a teen, Professional
Working with Joy was life-changing. She was able to help me identify barriers and create action plans that fit my lifestyle. She listened with a compassionate ear and asked questions that fostered clarity, perspective, accountability, and acceptance in all areas of my life. My relationships at work and at home improved tremendously while working with Joy. Her knowledge and expertise as a Life Coach are world-class.
Brookley Carmichael, Certified ADHD, Executive Function and Life Coach
I have been coached by Joy, and she is an outstanding coach. Joy has a perfect balance of professional experience and coaching practice to keep me on track and directed. Coaching with Joy has brought much order, focus, and improved, efficient performance to my professional and personal life.
Samantha Rosenberg Rudolph, Educational Leader & Coach
I am deeply grateful for Joy’s guidance and support during a challenging period of grief. With her expertise in EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), she provided me with the tools to navigate the overwhelming emotions and guilt I was experiencing. Joy’s compassionate presence and personalized tapping techniques helped me release the heavy weight of sorrow, allowing me to find peace and acceptance. I wholeheartedly recommend Joy to anyone seeking healing and emotional well-being. Her support has made a meaningful difference in my life, and I am truly thankful for her presence on my journey.
Nathalie Chénard, ADHD & Sleep Coach, Professional
The benefits of Joy’s coaching have changed the way I see myself. I really did not know what to expect from a coach but am so happy I made the decision. Her advice is based on her strong knowledge base and I have learned so much from her. She continues to challenge and hold me accountable but does so in such a genuine way, that I look forward to every session. Joy ensures that the goals are my own which is incredibly important.  Her consistent encouragement makes me feel that I am not alone.  Her empathy has taught me to be empathetic towards myself.  I am privileged to have Joy as my coach as she has helped me understand how to take care of myself and get better at that every day.
Anonymous, Professional

Contact Us

LET’S TALK.


    Follow me on: