Therapists near Leslieville helping All Clientele with Familial Substance Use

Are you wanting more heartfulness in your life? Would you like to invite more playfulness or creativity forward? I offer Expressive Arts Therapy, Compassionate Inquiry (the Gabor Maté approach), Neuro-Affective Relational Model (Laurence Heller) and Somatic Attachment Therapy (Maureen Gallagher and Karine Bell). I have been working as a therapist for 15 years and also offer supervision to RP's, RPQ's and therapy students all-sorts.

Gabrielle Iwaskow is a Registered Psychotherapist (qualifying), and a certified Design Your Life Health & Wellness Coach with a Masters in Counselling Psychology. As a former athlete, with a love for psychology, Gabrielle is excited to now be leveraging all of her passions to do what she loves most: empowering millennial individuals during times of transition, with healing conversations and evidence-based mental skills that work. Why? Because she knows what it’s like to be a young individual with tons of inspiration struggling with a lack of clear direction. She also knows the power a single conversation can have to get you moving on the right path. As a dedicated, results driven professional who is highly skilled at quickly developing authentic connections, she feels incredibly fortunate for the training and support she has received that helped her find her purpose and she is excited to have the opportunity to help you find yours.

I am an embodied, creative & empathic human being who strives to bring curiosity, compassion, playfulness, humour and an attuned presence to my work as a therapist. In my psychotherapy practice, I combine a diverse range of integrative therapeutic modalities including mindfulness and compassion-based approaches, art therapy/expressive arts therapy, somatic body-based approaches, parts oriented approaches (Trauma Informed Stabilization Treatment) (TIST)/ Internal Family Systems (IFS), and narrative therapy techniques to support children, teens & adults who are experiencing a variety of concerns. These concerns may include anxiety, depression, trauma symptoms, relationship changes, uncertainty, life transitions, work related stress, identity shifts and loss. It may also include struggles with infertility, pregnancy loss, developmental/attachment trauma, early postpartum mood shifts, disordered eating, substance use, and parenting challenges. Alongside these concerns, I wholeheartedly believe in the importance of end of life care, grief and bereavement therapy, and always feel honoured to support any person who is living with a terminal illness, considering medical assistance in dying (MAID), caregiving for a loved one, facing the death of someone close to them, or grieving the death of someone they cared about. I work from a trauma, attachment & nervous-system informed perspective with a therapeutic approach that is strength-based, anti-oppressive, and relational. My work is grounded in the latest developments in the fields of neuroscience, attachment and trauma that understands the body’s, brain’s, and nervous system’s capacity to heal and shift. My hope is that over time every child, teen & adult that I work with builds a compassionate understanding of their early attachment relationships, life experiences, body, brain and nervous system, that supports them to gradually expand their capacity to regulate their response to future stressors, to express their thoughts & feelings, to strengthen their resiliency, to become more resourced with coping skills, and to ultimately feel more empowered in their life. I strive to provide a safe, grounded space where all of the people I work with feel welcomed, seen, heard, understood and valued. It’s normal to feel stuck or overwhelmed in difficult times. If you are currently facing life challenges and feel like you could use some extra support, then please reach out. I look forward to connecting with you.

We all know that life is full of ups and downs, but we don’t always know how to navigate them. Many people struggle to figure out who they are or what comes next. From times of transition, such as a career or relationship shift, to dealing with loss or grief, the big emotions that come with change can be overwhelming. These experiences can make us feel stuck, anxious, lost and disconnected from ourselves. You’re capable of facing life's challenges, you may just need support in strengthening your inner resources to handle them in new ways. Whatever peak or valley you’re facing, you don’t need to cope on your own. I offer talk-based Psychotherapy as well as Art Therapy. If words fall short, we can use creativity to get out of your head. Our work may include talking, mindfulness practices, and or art making to restore emotional stability and confidence. Together, we’ll nurture a level of trust and self-compassion for you to grow in ways you want. I’ll work with you to rediscover where you land in your new season of life and create a plan on how to move forward. With renewed understanding of what matters most, you can begin to shift from self-doubt and confusion, to self-awareness and clarity. No art experience is necessary! Visit my website, book a free consult and begin creating the life you want!

We all have the inherent capacity for growth, change, and connection. Together we can bring light and acceptance to the hidden, forgotten, and wondrous aspects of ourselves that make us uniquely human. Having worked in education, I understand the value and challenges that come with growth and would be honoured to walk alongside you through this process. I am passionate about empowering people to live fulfilling and purpose-filled lives. I provide a safe and accepting space in which to explore the thoughts, feelings, and behaviours impacting your life, while sharing skills and tools to help maneuver these times. Together we will build a space that caters to your individual and collective needs. Practicing from a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach, I am integrative in my practice, combining solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), compassion-focused therapy, and mindfulness practices.

Life can be hard to cope with. Do you feel overwhelming anxiety, sadness, grief, or shame, or you can't stop the flood of negative thoughts? These feelings affect your sleep, physical & mental health, ability to connect with others, & your ability to focus & learn. You might blame yourself or feel helpless. This can be isolating and feel so heavy & get in the way of living a full, happy, and authentic life, aligned with your values & needs. If you want support to uncover your inner compassion and wisdom, build resiliency, and live with greater happiness, ease, and connection, please reach out. I can help you. My psychotherapy approach to healing & transformation is integrative, and tailored to each client; it's based on cultivating self-compassion & grounded in research, building awareness & mindfulness; it's culturally sensitive. Mindfulness & self-compassion skills are not easy yet they are effective in supporting you, especially the wounded or hidden parts. I discovered mindfulness, compassion, and yoga in my journey of healing from stressful work & family situations. These approaches have sustained me & with them, I empower clients to learn how to be compassionate to themselves, build mindfulness, emotional balance, & autonomy. To learn more, email me for a 15-minute phone consultation or to book a session.

Are you fine one minute and not the next? You're sad and irritable or suddenly a wave of anxiety hits you from left field. Constantly struggling to get through each day hurts so much and you don't want to burden your loved ones anymore with your problems. Feeling down, angry, stressed, drained of physical and emotional energy or just plain stuck seems to be your new normal and you're tired of it. Something isn’t right and hasn’t been right for a while, not to mention those around you are expressing concern. If only you could better understand what's behind it all, deal with traumas, find relief and get your life back on track. Imagine feeling yourself again – happy, confident and in control. What a joy! Wake up feeling excited to get on with your day after a good night's sleep with no nightmares. You feel in sync with your loved ones, lingering issues are resolved, and you finally feel like you can breathe. You're taking the all-important first step – let me help you get there. My private practice is located in Toronto’s east end and am presently accepting new clients. I have openings in the evenings and on Saturdays because I know how difficult it can be to fit therapy into your busy life. A 30-minute free phone consultation starts the process and will give you an idea of how we can work together. Online appt. booking is available for existing clients. Visit my website to book your free consultation and 1st appointment.

Hello , my name is Stephen Biggs. I go by Steve or Stephen and my pronouns are he/him. I am a mature, seasoned psychotherapist with nearly three decades of experience. If you are feeling overwhelmed and finding it hard to deal with life circumstances I can help you. I have a calm, steady approach which people find comforting in times of upheaval or crisis. I am a deep listener and I provide practical realistic guidance that taps into your strengths to help you get through difficult times and achieve your goals.​ Integrating cognitive, systemic and growth-oriented strategies I have a very relational approach.​ I have advanced training and specializations in sex therapy and marital counselling, and also have a lot of experience working with non-monogamy, multi-partnered relationships and kink. Many of my clients are professionals - educators, health care providers, and other therapists. ​I'm available for weekday and evening appointments.

Do you feel confused, powerless to make change, anxious, stressed out? Feeling alone, a hot mess, stuck in a pattern of thoughts and behaviours that aren't working for you? With the right support, you can break free of the past and change your future. By learning how to expand your awareness of your body and emotions, you can build your own toolbox of supports that help you step forwards into a happier, richer, life Gestalt psychotherapy is a relational psychotherapy that is grounded in our bodies and accesses emotions and your felt sense. You learn to access more of your physical cues, you are able to support yourself better, and are guided to bring your own unique voice into the space. I work from a spiritual perspective grounded in the buddhist philosophy of "beginners mind' where I am able to experience you free from judgement. I believe everything happens for a reason, our challenges can be interpreted as being challenges for our greater growth and understanding. Your wisdom is already with you, I can help you to reconnect. A safe space for LGBTQ+ clients. Sex positive & alternative lifestyles supportive.

Dr. Madalyn Marcus is a registered clinical psychologist who has extensive experience in psychological assessment and treatment of people with diverse clinical concerns including eating disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, self-harm behaviour, and interpersonal and adjustment related difficulties. While she has experience in a number of evidence-based treatments, her primary approach includes Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical-Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Regardless of the treatment model, Dr. Marcus has a warm and empathetic approach that fosters and builds off of peoples' strengths. She works in a collaborative fashion and is dedicated to assisting her clients achieve their therapeutic goals. Dr. Marcus's professional experience includes psychology positions in outpatient, inpatient, day hospital, community, and private practice settings. She received her PhD in Clinical Psychology from York University. When not working, Dr. Marcus enjoys spending time with her two children and her partner, being creative and active, and travelling when possible. To any potential clients, Dr. Marcus is very much looking forward to meeting you and beginning this journey along side you. She knows that the path towards reaching out for help can be a challenging one. Her hope is to work collaboratively with you to address any concerns you have. Please reach out.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by present challenges or haunted by past pain, experiencing a sense of disconnection, or yearning for improved relationships with both yourself and others? Are you seeking effective ways to manage your emotions, break free from unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors? I am committed to aiding individuals in acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary to lead more fulfilling lives. Many of my clients face challenges with: anxiety, trauma, depression, body image concerns, intense emotions such as guilt, shame, and anger, issues with self-esteem, coping with grief, and fostering healthier relationships. I specialize in Acceptance and Commitment Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Emotion Focused therapy. My extensive training also extends to: Compassionate Inquiry method, attachment-based, trauma-informed therapies, and mindfulness-based. For the last decade, I have treated clients in both outpatient and private clinical settings. My goal as your therapist is to facilitate your sense of agency. By creating a warm, non-judgmental & collaborative environment, together we work towards your goals for a meaningful and satisfying life. I offer a free phone consultation to see how I can help. If any of these resonate with you, I'm here to help you on your journey towards your goals.

As a therapist, Tiffany values growth, resiliency and creativity and strives to support her clients with their inner growth, feeling grounded and reconnecting with themselves through the use of creative art-making. She believes everyone should be encouraged to have creative tools for self-reflection, self-regulating and self-expression. Her approach to understanding clients comes from an individual perspective informed by their social and cultural contexts. Tiffany works from a psychodynamic and reflexive point of view and incorporates a strength-based approach into her practice. Tiffany’s approach to therapy comes from combining two disciplines: art and psychology by using lines, colours, shapes, and symbolic imagery to create a helpful way to make sense of feelings that are difficult to talk about. People of all ages can benefit from art psychotherapy, and previous art-making experience is not required. Art therapy is a distinct discipline that combines the creative process and psychotherapy. Art making in a therapeutic setting is used as a way to understand who we are, express ourselves when words cannot, release stress and tension, and enhance life by creating something that did not exist before.

Dr. Stacey Schell is a registered Clinical Psychologist, who received her Ph.D. from the University of Guelph in 2014. She works with children, adolescents, and their parents, as well as with adults. Her approach is collaborative, client-centred, empathetic, and warm, and she emphasizes individual strengths and autonomy, while also providing the necessary structure to allow for change. Having a background in motivational interviewing, she is particularly skilled in engaging clients in the treatment process and helping them build and maintain motivation for change. Dr. Schell has extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of a variety of mental health difficulties, including: emotional dysregulation, trauma, mood, anxiety, suicidality and self-harm behaviours, substance use, behavioural difficulties, and eating issues. She has training and experience in several evidence-based treatment modalities, but works primarily from Dialectical-Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approaches, most often combining mindfulness, cognitive, and behavioural strategies to help clients reach their goals. Outside of work, she spends most her time reading, writing, staying active, and being outdoors with friends and her dog.

Therapy for teen girls and young women. Are you a parent who is worried about your daughter? Does she seem more worried, sad, or withdrawn lately? Would you like a safe space for her to talk about how she's feeling? As a parent, it can be really difficult to know what to do. You do not have to face the storm alone. I am dedicated to helping girls and young women between the ages of 11-24 overcome a variety of challenges that often arise during these stages of life. Some of these challenges include anxiety, depression, grief, eating disorders, low self-esteem, and interpersonal difficulties. I have been helping young women build resiliency, confidence, and a healthy relationship with their emotions for well over a decade. My experience includes 8 years of work with teenage girls in an eating disorder's day hospital program as well as with youth on a paediatric crisis unit, in community mental health, and in schools. My warmth and empathy, coupled with my extensive clinical experience make me well suited in supporting adolescents and their parents with a variety of needs. If you're a parent or young person that has questions, please call or email to book a free 15 minute consultation.

Hello! I'm Jamie Smith and I've been an Addictions Counsellor for just over 5 years. I have many years of lived experience with Addiction. I have been sober for 9 years, and I have chosen to dedicate my career to helping others with their own struggle. If you are looking to quit drinking alcohol or other substances, please book a free introductory session to discuss goals to understanding your addiction and living a healthier life.

You're feeling stuck. Perhaps you've had a loss or a change in your life, and you're unsure as to how you can move forward. Maybe you don't even know what is wrong, but you're not living the life you wanted for yourself and cannot even identify how you're feeling. Together, we can work towards uncovering your challenges and finding a way forward. I've been a Registered Psychotherapist since 2016. There is no one particular approach that I adhere to, as each person who comes to see me is different and has different needs. I may draw from CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), Mindfulness, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), Narrative Therapy, or elements of Creative Arts therapies. I will be your partner. Specialties include loss (grief, divorce, relationships ending), caregiving and parenting, and aging.

Lisa Romano-Dwyer is a creative, engaging, and effective therapist. In tune with issues that create stress, Lisa uses a unique blend of person-centred collaborative counselling approaches that work. Lisa supports the needs of professionals in demanding work environments. She graduated with her Master of Social Work Degree in 1993 specializing in child and family therapy and policy. Lisa has extensive clinical experiences in health, children and adult mental health, and educational settings. Lisa has an excellent team of Wellness Affiliates available as well. Graduating with her doctorate in 2013, Dr. Romano-Dwyer is also an accomplished scholar, presenter, and researcher. She is a trustworthy, loyal, and reliable professional who works diligently to solve your current dilemma or problem. Fees start at $150 dollars per hour. Fees are negotiable for persons without access to employee health insurance benefits. Research your health insurance and call today!

I have been a psychotherapist in private practice for 35 years. I believe that change happens when people go beneath symptoms to root causes. Over the years I have helped many people change their lives.

I’m so glad you’re here! Starting therapy is a big deal, and finding the right therapist is key. My name is Michelle, and I am passionate about working with young adults (ages 20-35) who are navigating difficult life transitions, academic pressures, workplace stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. My clients are curious about exploring their own strengths and feel motivated to build new strategies to improve their situations and overall mindsets. I also have significant experience supporting caregivers with aging parents who have complex physical and mental health issues. From my professional work and personal experiences, I know that self-compassion and self-understanding are foundational to meaningful change. My client work is informed by collaborative principles, as I use elements from compassion focused, emotional focused, feminist, trauma-informed and person-centered therapies. I am committed to making sure you have a comfortable and authentic space to explore your needs and goals. I look forward to connecting with you soon to see if we are a good fit.

I work from a model of health, balance and empathy by bringing into awareness the places where we get stuck and our unique ways of getting there. You know best when your patterns of coping are no longer working. A therapist's job is to support you in creating positive shifts in your life. This support may sometimes feel frustrating, especially when our familiar patterns of functioning are being challenged. I incorporate art, humour and paradox in sessions allowing for a creative, spontaneous exploration of your needs, contradictions and feelings and by providing a safe space where new possibilities and hope are possible. I work primarily with the Gestalt approach, which focuses on self-awareness, contact and the here and now. My style is attentive and responsive. You will get direct feedback from me in each meeting. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including Psychodrama, Drawing and Mindfulness based interventions. I work with adults, couples, and adolescents on issues such as loss, conflict, chronic health problems, body and identity concerns, as well as blocks in creativity. I enjoy working with individuals in private practice, as well as facilitating workshops and support groups. I run regular, experiential workshops at the University of Toronto.

I believe all people have innate strengths, gifts and creativity, and can benefit from an empathic, curious, and safe therapeutic relationship through which to explore the material of their life. I offer counselling and psychotherapy that incorporates EMDR, expressive arts therapy, mindfulness and somatic approaches into a trauma-informed, attachment-informed, relational, intersectional and eclectic approach to therapy. I am passionate about supporting people of all ages to deepen their relationship to the wisdom within, and to grow and give voice to their experiences. I am an Expressive Arts Therapist and Master’s-trained Social Worker with more than a decade of experience working in both private practice and paediatric and adult health and mental health care settings. Many of us face challenges to our wellness, resilience and sense of balance. During difficult times, we may choose to seek professional support to assist in finding our way through. Feel free to reach out to explore working together.

People come to therapy for many reasons, usually because they are not happy with something in their lives. My role as a therapist is to help facilitate a process that results ultimately in positive change. It is you, the client, who does the actual work, but I help to create an environment where that work is possible. I believe that people will naturally move towards wholeness given the right conditions and that they have the resources available to deal with the challenges life brings them. Part of what I do is listen deeply to what you are telling me. That can be healing in itself. From that listening I reflect back to you what I hear in perhaps new ways – you might recognize something in what I say that you didn’t fully realize before. Or you might clarify what I’ve fed back to you and that will deepen both our understandings of your experience. I also encourage you to stay with and experience your feelings as you touch on them in our sessions. Sometimes that will feel hard, but you will also experience relief as you allow your truth to emerge. As they say, “The truth will set you free.” It is not only insight and self-awareness that is liberating – the actual experience of being connected to your authentic self expands your capacity to relate to your life and those around you with increased fulfillment and satisfaction. The work we do together is about exploring and uncovering your feelings, thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes. Through that process, you will learn more about who you are and what your needs, fears, desires, and strengths are. With that knowledge you will be better able to act in your life in a way that brings about positive change. I believe that the relationship we have as therapist and client is the most important ingredient in creating an environment where you feel safe enough to do the work. To that end, as well as bringing my empathy, caring, respect, and sensitivity, to our relationship, I work as a team with you, collaborating on how you want to proceed every step of the way. I am a Registered Psychotherapist with a masters degree in counselling psychology and a bachelor degree in engineering. In addition to my private practice I’ve worked with clients in a rape crisis centre, an abortion clinic, a walk-in counselling clinic, a yoga community, and two post-secondary schools. With a background in yoga and meditation, I am interested in the intersection of eastern spirituality and western theories of psychological healing. Authors whose teachings reflect my working style include: Tara Brach, Jack Kornfield, Pema Chodron, Brene Brown, Jon Kabat-Zinn, Geneen Roth, Esther Perel, and Sue Johnson, to name a few. Some of the issues I’ve helped people work with include: relationship difficulties, stress, anxiety, depression, food issues, life transitions, addictions, self-esteem, sexual and physical abuse, grief and bereavement, illness, and spiritual growth. I see both individuals and couples. If you feel that any of what I’ve said resonates with you or intrigues you and you would like to explore further whether we would be a good fit, please contact me to set up a free half-hour consultation. My office is in the east end of Toronto near Pape and Danforth.

My passion is for you to know your value as a human and to help you discover your rightful place in this world. For that to happen, you need a safe space where you can be your authentic self, share your story and uncover areas of healing and growth. This is why I provide supportive counselling in a warm, non-judgmental environment. Pull up a chair, grab a cup of tea or coffee and together we will find what strategies work best for you. Whether you are coping with anxiety, depression, difficult changes, or relationship dynamics within your family or workplace - I want to help you build confidence in your decisions so you can live your best life possible.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist who is looking to provide counselling to adults and adolescents age 13+ for a range of emotional and psychological issues including: Depression, Anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Chronic pain, grief and bereavement, stress management, anger management, return to work, Adjustment Disorders, general health and wellness, relationship issues, people who have been involved in a workplace accident or motor vehicle accidents.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist specializing in relational and emotional wellness and treatment in Canadian Asian communities. I am professionally trained to offer psychotherapy in Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, and English with experiential approaches.

Navigating the complexities of relationships can be challenging and feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. Recognizing the need for support is a courageous step toward deeper connection and a more meaningful life. I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey, celebrating the uniqueness of your background(s), identities, and values. Together, we’ll create an empowering, brave, and judgment-free space where your experiences, emotions, and aspirations can unfold. We’ll employ relational and somatic approaches and skill building to foster healing, nurture growth, and unlock possibility. Through our work together, you’ll develop a deeper understanding of yourself and others, honing your capacity for communicating how you feel, what you think, want, and desire, with clarity and confidence. By respecting where you’ve been and focusing on where you want to go, we’ll build a path towards deeper connection, intimacy, and greater fulfillment with your way of being in relationship with self and the world. Whether you’re seeking support individually, as a couple, or with another significant person, it would be an honor to journey forward with you. Please feel free to reach out by email or phone to set up a 20 minute no obligation discovery call to see how we might work together.

Now accepting new clients! You may feel the weight of anxiety and self-doubt, overwhelming both your mind and body. It's not just the constant worrying, but the physical toll it takes—the tightness in your chest, your heart racing, sleepless nights, and a lingering exhaustion that doesn’t seem to go away. You might find yourself caught in a cycle of questioning whether you're good enough or capable, and it becomes harder to manage the pressure to perform. On the outside, you try to keep up, but internally, something doesn’t feel right. It’s as if you’re simply going through the motions without fully engaging in life. Instead, you want to feel confident in your decisions and trust yourself again. You want to build stronger relationships and approach life’s challenges with clarity. I’m here to help you break free from that burden every step of the way. Therapy with me is collaborative and client-centered, providing clear strategies to help you create the life you deserve. Using evidence-based practices like ACT, EFT, CBT, and others tailored to your unique needs, we'll work together to rewrite the narratives that are holding you back, addressing both your mind and body. You deserve this change, and I would be honoured to support you through it! If this resonates with you, I invite you to reach out for a free 30-minute consultation. There’s no pressure—just a chance for us to connect and see if working together feels like the right fit for you!

You don't have to be alone in your struggle. It takes strength to seek support, and personal therapy can be an important part of self care. Whether you're feeling anxious, depressed, lonely, confused, angry, or overwhelmed, your feelings have value, and connecting to them can help. Our earliest attachments can have a profound impact on the emotions we allow or deny, and how we behave in future relationships. We all long for connection, yet we can both reach for, and push away, opportunities to get it. Together we can understand how this might be happening for you. As an attachment focused therapist, I will help you to understand your early childhood experiences and how these may have impacted your personality, your relationships, and your self worth. We will also explore how you feel about your emotions, with the goal of greater emotional freedom or control. As a therapist I am engaged, present and curious, and I strive to create a safe and non-judgemental space for my clients. Please visit my website to find out more and book a no charge consultation. LGBTQ+ friendly.

I am passionate about assisting clients to transform their emotional experience. When our emotion systems go awry, it can be difficult or impossible to meet our needs. This often leads to pervasive discomfort including symptoms of anxiety, depression, and/or efforts to manage feelings through avoidance or distractions such as drinking, drug use, exercise, eating, and sex. I believe that emotions are most effectively changed by changing emotion with emotion. Emotion Focused Therapy combines empathy with evidence-based practices to assist clients in overcoming longstanding patterns of self-criticism underlying depression and anxiety, in letting go of challenging stuck feelings towards significant others in your life, and in seeking to heal from the impacts of trauma. Working in this way requires an openness to experiencing your inner world, and a motivation to approach and transform your emotion patterns.

I operate from a feminist, anti-racist and class conscious perspective with the goal of fostering agency, accountability and well being in individuals who want to be agents of change in their lives and in the world around them. I also strive to provide an outlet for the fear, sadness and rage that comes from bearing witness to and being the victim of systemic injustice and violence. I recognize that systemic issues will not be remedied through individual solutions, and make space for the contradictions that exist in this work. I offer a non-pathologizing approach to mental health that considers the individual, relational, material and systemic conditions of my clients lives. My goal, as a therapist, is to provide a space where healing, growth and connection can occur. I love working with clients who are seeking meaning in their lives, who want to act but don't know where to start.

Andrea Sadler O.T. Reg. (ONT) is an Occupational Therapist, who has been working in the field of mental health for more than 21 years. Andrea Sadler offers Psychotherapy Services to individuals who may be experiencing depression, anxiety and/or other psychological concerns. Andrea Sadler uses a holistic client-centered approach, while providing support and strategies to assist clients through life’s challenging transitions. Andrea Sadler graduated from Queen’s University in 1994 and is in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. Andrea’s experience in mental health, in both delivering treatment to individuals and in group settings, is strengthened by her additional training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and the Progressive Goal Attainment Program. In addition to her private practice, Andrea also works at Women’s College Hospital as the Coordinator of the Mental Health Day Treatment Program, as well as providing individual psychotherapy to clients of the General Psychiatry Program.

Living is not easy. Living well is even more difficult. Finding safety, purpose and fulfilment may seem elusive. Many of us find ourselves entangled in the habitual patterns of the mind and heart. Repetitive mental and emotional habits can gain addictive power. This is because we may be compelled to keep doing them despite experiencing negative consequences. Once entrenched, these tendencies can make us feel stuck and in a chronic state of discontent. In my version of mindfulness-based therapy, which combines experiential and existentialist strategies, the aim is to disentangle from life-diminishing and self-limiting forces. I am trained in mindfulness and experiential therapeutic approaches. My passion is to assist in the process of the co-creation of who you feel you can and would like to become.

The one thing life forgot to give us is a guidebook. Ever find yourself scrolling on Facebook or Instagram watching high school acquaintances post their job promotions or new engagements as you sit there comparing yourself? Ever think yourself into a frenzy as you try to figure out adult-ING hacks? Or maybe none of this sounds right and you’re here because sex isn’t what it’s been cracked up to be. Maybe you’re here because you want to reclaim your sexuality and discover new meanings of sex. That mythical “Life Guide Handbook” got lost in the mail a long time ago, but maybe you don't have to figure things out on your own anymore. I am a life transitions, new habits, anxiety, and sex therapy specialist. Together, we will look at your needs and the ways in which they are or aren't being fulfilled. You will leave each session with new skills or perspectives to apply in your life outside of session so that relationships with yourself, loved ones, and in the workplace can be improved. If you’re feeling ready to tackle these items or just want to get to my approach a little more, submit a request here on Therapy Owl. Let me join you on this journey to figure out life. I offer free 15-minute free consultations and am currently accepting new clients. As a Registered Social Worker, I am a reimbursable claim expense for most insurers.

I have my masters degree in professional psychology and a graduate with her Honors degree in psychology from Queen's University. I have experience in providing psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for individuals and couples, dealing with a variety of emotional and psychosocial issues. I employ a holistic approach to therapy which is tailored to meet the needs of the individual drawing mainly from two models: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Adlerian Therapy. During your therapy sessions you will be treated with dignity and respect and with the belief that you have the capacity to make positive changes in your life. I will work with you to identify your specific goals of therapy based on any problems or issues that you may be dealing with, we will then collaborate on developing strategies to meet these goals. I believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance. In my spare time I enjoy running, reading, skiing and love to spend time with my three children, family and friends.

I offer support around depression, addiction, stuckness and life transitions. It's a drag, but the past matters to the present. I'll support you in the crisis right now, and help you get past old patterns that are holding you back. Online or in person at Broadview and Danforth in Toronto. Free 15-30 minute consultation. jamiesmithpsychotherapy@gmail.com

Therapy can be confusing, scary, painful, and frustrating, but it’s also magical and so necessary. I am deeply passionate about this work – about you and your process of sitting with and naming and feeling all that is painful and scary within you and around you. Moreover, I am passionate about seeing you stepping into your own power and resilience and beauty. In our sessions, I will support you to become curious about yourself. We will explore parts of your journey/psyche that have felt shamed, scared, abused, confused, and silenced and we will offer these parts lots of love and understanding, so you can feel clarity, relief, and congruence. I work in a gentle, honest, intuitive, and creative way, and I am comfortable with a range of emotions and experiences including grief, self-harm, suicidal ideation, anger, childhood abuse and psychosocial trauma (including war), post-immigration experiences, relationship difficulties, self-actualization, and self-esteem issues. My practice is trans, queer, fat and sex worker affirming, and I welcome those who want to explore their sexuality, gender identity, and alternative relationship styles. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a supervisor at the Distress Centre of Greater Toronto. I have a lot of experience in front line crisis work, dealing with often very complex situations of intimate partner, sexual and child abuse, self-harm, as well as in-progress/imminent-risk suicide situations. I completed Advanced Somatic Experiencing® training for trauma resolution, and am dedicated to supporting folks who experienced marginalization, poverty and violence through trauma and social justice informed lens. Feel free to email me. I offer a free 20 minute consultation over the phone. I currently offer online sessions.

We provide multicultural, multilingual therapeutic wellness services for people in the Greater Toronto Area needing mental health and wellness support. Our practitioners make up a culturally diverse team of internationally educated professionals with Canadian qualifications who bring a wealth of talent and experience to the Wellness Place. A newly established social enterprise, the Wellness Place encourages patrons and practitioners alike to focus on their wellness, allowing them to grow and thrive. You can enjoy a suite of wellness services from our psychologist, psychotherapists, and other wellness practitioners, within a welcoming, multicultural, and multilingual environment, all while supporting immigrant talent. We, in turn, support our practitioners in developing their independent practices and filling the wellness needs of communities across Toronto. We cover a wide range of issues through a variety of therapeutic techniques, and our practitioners work within a holistic, client-centred, anti-oppression framework. Call us to see how we can help you restore your wellness and peace of mind and inspire you to grow and flourish. We're open Wednesdays & Saturdays by appointment.

I value honesty and compassion within the therapeutic relationship and practice my approach with acceptance, genuineness and empathy. I recognize and appreciate the uniqueness of everyone that I meet, and customize my approach to suit your distinctive needs. I offer an open, safe and non-judgmental environment for you to share your story. I received my Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Toronto. My experience as a practicing clinician includes working in both inpatient and outpatient capacities at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, with focused training and experience Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and CBT for psychosis, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Group Therapy and Family Therapy. I also currently work at Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare providing crisis intervention services. I support adolescent and adult clients experiencing anxiety, depression, psychosis, substance use, low self-esteem, interpersonal conflict and difficulty managing strong emotions. It’s my role to facilitate conversation and support you in finding the pathway towards your preferred way of living. Together, we can explore your concerns and work towards lasting change. When I am not working, you’ll find me exploring new restaurants with family and friends. I find joy in a healthy balance of sports, good food and watching Netflix with my dog.

My role as a therapist is to facilitate your journey into self-discovery and guide you towards your personal goals. My aim is to empower you to remove emotional and psychological roadblocks. I am dedicated to providing a warm, supportive, and safe space for you to explore and grow, and empathy, compassion, and deep listening are the hallmarks of my practice. I provide a non-judgmental, anti-racist, and culturally sensitive counselling service in which I help you identify your difficulties and teach you the necessary skills to live a more meaningful life. I received a Master's degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy from the University of Toronto. I help clients struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, career and existential issues, and have experience working with youth, adults, and seniors from diverse backgrounds and communities. I have provided counselling and psychotherapy through online platforms, by phone, in community agencies, and hospital settings. Most recently, I have provided psychotherapy in the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy program at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences. With over 15 years of experience in the mental health and counselling field, I have extensive training in evidence-based therapies including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Emotion-Focused Therapy. In my practice, I keep you in mind and customize my approach based on your needs.

You deserve a space that prioritizes your well-being and honours your unique journey. Work with a therapist who has felt the discomfort of exploring their layers and continues to walk along the healing path. There are moments that are hard and heavy. Yet among the way, you discover agency, liberation and the freedom to walk a new path. As a relational therapist, my work embodies an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed lens that is integrated into my collaborative, relational, client-centred approach. In our work together, we may explore your past and present relationships, life experiences, behaviours or coping strategies, surfacing the ones that may no longer serve you...and the ones you want to keep. No matter what you may be holding, we can help you find clarity, meaning, and healing so you can thrive.

Reaching out for support can be hard. I strive to provide my clients with a warm, nonjudgmental, and honest environment where new insights and growth can take place. Using an integrative, client-centered approach, I collaborate with clients to match evidence-based therapy models that best fit with their personality, preferences and needs. I help individuals and couples navigate and grow through experiences of depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, and life transitions and empower clients with concrete practices that can lead to greater meaning, vitality and connection to what really matters. Please note that I am offering appointments exclusively by secure video conferencing or by telephone at this time. Reach out to schedule a free 15 minute telephone call to introduce ourselves to one another and determine if we would be a good fit.

Making the choice to begin therapy can be a turning point for change in our lives. I believe we have an innate healing agency in which every part of ourselves has value and aspects which together supports and guides us. Whether you are dealing with, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, stress, OCD, PTSD, or unresolve painful struggles, you are NOT alone.

I welcome clients with big "T" trauma with complex PTSD, ADHD and Autism. Clients wanting to explore and validate the presence of ADHD and Autism can be quickly assessed. Work includes assessing executive functioning skills. Therapy focuses on self-discovery, alleviating emotional pain or confusion by fostering a more accurate understanding of your past, present and future. I primarily work with EMDR to resolve trauma, anxiety and depression supported by CBT-based therapies. In addition, Narrative Therapy is offered to individuals who choose to work with reauthoring their lives. Group classes are offered for those seeking executive skills development. I am passionately committed to working with clients who want to work in a safe and compassionate therapeutic environment with a therapist who provides unconditional positive regard and respect regardless of where you are.

I have always been fascinated by different personalities and how we interact. Healthy relationships, whether it be with self, friendships, romantic, work, family, or parenting, were a mystery that I wanted to unlock. Of course, I was therefore drawn to the Adlerian Perspective when I entered into the world of psychology. This perspective focuses on the uniqueness and internal motivations of the individual while understanding that we exist in a world of relationships from the moment we are born. For this reason, all of our behaviours and thought patterns were adaptive at one point in our life and allowed us to thrive in the ways we needed. Through the therapeutic process we work together to understand this, unfold where it might hinder you currently, but most importantly to bring to light where your strengths lie and how to find more meaning from your own life and your current relationships. I have built a strong practice for over 5 years in this setting, approaching therapy holistically and fitting the therapy process to the client(s) to match their needs and goals through trust and alliance. With couples I work with patterns of communication, expectations, love cycles, intimacy, communication, expectations, trust, alliance, attachment patterns, changes in the relationship, our ideas or romance, past relationship traumas, and infidelity. With families, I work to establish healthy communication patterns, harmonious homes, and positive parenting. I also focus on working with understanding challenging behaviours of children, developmental stages, motivating our children, using encouragement in the home, and parenting styles Message me today to book a 15 minute phone consultation or check out my website for further information megtherapy.com I look forward to working with you!

GRIEF, BURNOUT, LIFE TRANSITIONS & FAMILY ADDICTION SUPPORT: Grief and loss - whether tied to a person, a relationship, or a major life change - can stir up anxiety, burnout, and a sense of losing yourself. You might be adjusting to parenthood, facing a breakup or job loss, coping with the impact of addiction in your family, or grieving someone important. I support individuals and couples as they navigate these shifts, offering therapy that's compassionate and focused on helping you move forward with clarity and care. Many of my clients I work with are mothers or caregivers who feel depleted and disconnected from themselves. I also offer couples therapy, supporting partners working through disconnection or major life changes. I have over 15 years of experience in mental health and addictions, including specialized work with family members impacted by a loved one's substance use. If you're supporting someone through addiction, therapy can help you set boundaries, process complex emotions and reconnect with your own needs. My approach is warm, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive. I draw from CBT, Family Systems Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Motivational interviewing. Whatever the transition, you don't have to go through it alone. Together, we'll make space for your voice, your story, and your healing - at a pace that feels right for you.

I specialize in providing Cognitive and Dialectical Behaviour Therapies to children and teens, and providing parent support to parents. I love meeting and getting to know new clients so I can help them achieve their therapy goals. I completed my PhD in Child Clinical Psychology from the University of Windsor in Oct. 2019 and have experience working in a variety of settings (e.g., inpatient unit, Section 23 school, outpatient mental health program, community mental health, and private practice) and for a variety of presenting problems including anxiety, selective mutism, depression, low self-esteem, aggression, and emotion dysregulation. My research at the University of Windsor focused on Intimate Partner Violence in young adult dating relationships and I currently conduct program evaluation at Broadview Psychology. In my free time, I enjoy painting, doing yoga, eating at new restaurants, and cuddling my cats.

Gibran Rodriguez has a Ph.D. in Clinical and Counselling Psychology (2023) from the University of Toronto – Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE). He completed his Master's education at Universidad de las Americas in Mexico City. In Mexico, he was trained in family and couple’s therapy, brief therapy, and CBT. Gibran worked as a therapist in private practice and as a sexual health educator for several years before moving to Canada to start his doctoral program. He has completed three clinical placements as a Ph.D. student, including two private practices and a rotation at the CAMH Sexual Behaviours Clinic. Gibran completed a year-long internship with the Toronto Area Consortium, having delivered services at the Centre for Student Development at Counselling - Toronto Metropolitan University. Gibran is experienced in working with a wide variety of mental health problems in adults, ranging from mild to moderate/severe challenges. He has experience working with issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship conflict, chronic illness, personality disorders, suicidality and self-harm, ADHD, psychotic symptoms, and bipolar disorder. While in Canada, Gibran has received training in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and clinical, psychoeducational, and forensic assessment. His therapeutic style is collaborative and client-centred, as he strives to develop a positive relationship with his clients to reach mutually defined goals and employs a variety of evidence-based strategies. Gibran believes that while he might be knowledgeable about tools to foster change, clients bring their own expertise to therapy in the form of lived experiences, self-awareness, and personal strengths.

Hi! My name is Agustina and I am a Registered Psychotherapist. I have experience working with disorders of emotion regulation and PTSD. I can deliver services in English and Spanish.

Christine Klinkhoff received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, and completed her internship at Northwell Health in New York. She has experience working with adolescents and adults in both outpatient and hospital settings, and has received extensive training in Cognitive Behaviour therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, Dialectical Behavioul therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy. Christine utilizes a collaborative approach to treatment that is goal-directed and skills-focused. Her specialties include treating Mood and Anxiety disorders, Perfectionism, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Borderline Personality Disorder. She incorporates evidence-based interventions with the aim of helping clients achieve greater self-awareness as they work toward their treatment goals. Christine also has a strong interest in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. She is highly skilled in Exposure and Response Prevention, and treats diverse presentations of OCD. While in New York, Christine facilitated OCD groups in addition to providing individual therapy. She is keen to continue working with this population and to develop the OCD program at Broadview Psychology.