Therapists near Runnymede helping Adolescents with Anxiety Disorders

Something's wrong; things may look fine on the surface, but a part of you is screaming for help. Maybe you know exactly what you want to address - issues at work, friction in relationships, or thoughts you want to stop, but can’t. Or maybe you've always felt this way, and don't know why. Maybe you've done all the "right" things: you've read the self-help books, tried CBT therapy, did meditation retreats, drank Ayahuasca in South America, and went to meetings or support groups. Maybe it all helped, but you can't shake the feeling that something's deeply wrong, something you can't explain, something that's hard to put into words. You just want to feel better. You want that feeling of hope back, that sense in your heart that everything's going to be OK. You want to stop looking for it externally - through a drink or a pill, a person, or a social media post. You want to stop feeling like you're defective. You want to feel whole again. I can help you. I know from experience that finding a therapist who makes you feel safe and knows how to address your specific issues can be challenging. I'd like to make that process easier with a free 15-minute conversation/consultation by video or phone. Please reach out and we'll explore the possibility of working together.

I am a Clinical Psychologist who specializes in helping individuals feel more secure. Whether that is within your relationships, or within yourself, you deserve to feel confident, valued, and worthwhile. I assist clients who struggle with self-doubt, feel insecure, self-critical, or inadequate. Together, we will transform how you connect to yourself and others. We will work towards greater self-understanding, develop emotional awareness and self-compassion, and develop coping skills so that you can feel more at ease in your life and relationships. I hold a PhD in Clinical Psychology, and have advanced training in a number of evidence-based approaches (Emotion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy). My therapeutic style is warm and empathic, and we will work in a safe and respectful way to explore your inner experience as well as take steady steps towards meaningful change. My practice also focuses on supporting racialized individuals. I welcome working with those who would like to explore how race, culture, and family dynamics have influenced their identities and the way they relate to themselves and others. If you're curious about whether we might be a good fit, please reach out or visit my website for more information.

Life's difficulties are opportunities for personal development, creativity, and finding meaning. I offer a heart-felt, calming, embodied presence using Jungian Analysis and Psychotherapy. I am passionate about my role of creating a time, and a relationship, in which you can share your true feelings and gather your essential self. I am a Jungian Analyst, Registered Psychotherapist, trained Art Therapist and Psychotherapy Supervisor. I also bring many years of experience in community mental health. I value diversity and it would delight me for you to become more fully yourself through our work together. I assist in the Ontario Jungian Analyst Training Program and am on the Executive of the Inter-Regional Society of Jungian Analysts for the next three years as Treasurer.

Feeling stressed, stuck, frustrated or overthinking too much can be exhausting. When anxiety, self-doubt, procrastination or relationship difficulties overwhelm you, it can sometimes feel like things will never get better. If you've been working hard to move past your struggles yet still aren't seeing results, collaborating with a skilled and compassionate therapist can help. Whether your problems are recent or have persisted for some time, therapy can bring a fresh new perspective to life's challenges, finally helping you create the changes you want to see. Most of us benefit from added support during times of difficulty or major life transitions. Trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, I'll help you develop easy and proven strategies that work quickly to boost your mood and change unhelpful overthinking and self-defeating behaviours. Evidence favours CBT as one of the most effective approaches for managing anxiety, depression, procrastination, sleep issues, self-doubt and communication problems. I have over 20 years of experience helping people reach their goals. Change comes quickly when we problem solve together. Let's begin today. Check out my website or contact me directly for a phone consultation and to book your first appointment. To accommodate busy schedules, I offer evening, weekend and online appointments. I look forward to meeting you.

Are you tired of feeling sad, anxious, and scared? Do you feel inadequate, unworthy and stuck in a situation or a life you don't want? Are you ready to feel better, work through your challenges and leave the past behind? If so psychotherapy may be right for you. Imagine you could feel calm and at peace, that you could feel connected to your true authentic self. Imagine you could feel more present in your life, confident, and connected to others. Imagine that you could leave behind the fear, guilt, and shame that has held you back and that you could look to the future with goals, hopes and dreams. In therapy I offer you a safe, confidential space to talk about anything that may be difficult and painful. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. My training is in psychodynamic psychotherapy, a type of therapy that focuses on our conscious and unconscious patterns of feelings, thoughts and behaviours. I approach psychotherapy sessions as a conversation with the aim of helping you to feel safe and heard. I believe you have the capacity to heal and change. I invite you to take the courageous step to embark on your psychotherapy journey to healing.

Dr. Andrea Peterman is a skilled and compassionate Psychologist who has worked with adults and teens for over 15 years. As a certified Cognitive Behaviour Therapist (CBT), she has significant experience helping people manage a wide variety of concerns including worry, stress, grief, coping with transitions, anxiety disorders, depression, eating disorders, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorders, anger, and relationship concerns. In addition to CBT, Dr. Peterman incorporates strategies and skills from other therapeutic approaches including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). Through trust, respect and collaboration, Dr. Peterman helps her clients work toward their goals by teaching evidence-based strategies and tailoring sessions to the unique needs of each individual. She provides individual consults, comprehensive psychological assessments, and individual treatment. At this time all services are provided during the weekday and are offered virtually through a secure video-conferencing platform or by telephone. Dr. Peterman received a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Western Ontario. During residency she held positions at the Anxiety Treatment & Research Centre, The Mood Disorders Service and the Eating Disorders Clinic at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton. Dr. Peterman is registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario, is a member of the Ontario Psychological Association and is a founding member and certified CBT therapist with the Canadian Association of Cognitive Behaviour Therapies (CACBT). Dr. Peterman has been working in private practice since 2007.

I have over 20 years in the mental health field providing skills based therapy to reduce symptoms, improve quality of life and help you live a life that is aligned with your values. I specialize in the treatment of all anxiety disorders, depression, and bipolar disorder. I offer a multisystem approach, catered to your needs, drawing from my years of experience to help you reduce suffering and improve life satisfaction.

Welcome to Ohana Wellness Clinic! A multi-disciplinary clinic in the heart of Bloor West Village. Our expert team of mental health clinicians supports adults and children / youth. Choose from experienced male and female therapists trained as a Registered Psychotherapist or a Registered Social Worker. We offer in-person, virtual, or phone appointments. Counselling services for: -individuals -couples -children and teens -families -parent counselling Our clinic sees a variety of clients for relationship challenges, anxiety, stress, depression, anger management, addictions, grief, ADHD, OCD, life transitions, sleep issues, PTSD, and more. Child and youth therapy covers a range of topics from learning challenges to support during divorce and shared custody, and behavioural struggles. We offer support for those looking for immediate relief from stressful situations to those seeking long-term support for more complex challenges. Many of our therapists have additional training in narrative therapy, internal family systems, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), internal family systems, couples therapy, and EMDR. We look forward to working with you.

Hi there, I am a Child, Youth and Family Therapist (RSW)/Paediatric specialist offering therapy to children and their families regarding child social, emotional and behavioural challenges and complex family dynamics. Use of creative methods (movement, art, music, play, sandtray) to supplement evidence based Cognitive Behavioural and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy approaches. Not a general therapist- services are very specialized to children's needs and attunement to their attachment and relationships is incorporated into the therapy sessions. Child health care system navigation consultation and education system navigation consultation services offered. **IN PERSON SESSIONS OFFERED (virtual offered on a case by case basis) Looking forward to connecting and supporting your family. Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/kid.mind.body.soul/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kid_mind.body.soul/

In the busy, hectic and somewhat nonsensical world of today, you can feel lost, confused, or stuck. I want to be there with you as you navigate these frustrating times. My clients are determined to work on the unanswered questions that life has thrown their way. Maybe you feel stuck in relationships – at work or in your personal life. Maybe society has made it incredibly unbearable for you to be you. Or perhaps you are going through a specific challenge that is making you feel helpless. It is in our nature to want to improve, to heal and move forward and upward. We are wired to survive. As Rumi says, what you are seeking, you already are. And you already have all the survival tools that you require to reshape your life the way you want it to be. In our work together, we will identify your goals in your life and in your relationships and work towards achieving them. We will tap into your strengths and together we will look for options that fit best for you. Change is hard. You don’t have to do it alone. Working with a caring, supportive, and compassionate therapist can help you to examine problems from a new light, identify solutions, and make the changes that are right for you. In our work together, I will get to know who you are, how you got here, and where you would like to go. My job is to be with you and to share the knowledge, experiences, tools and resources that can help you get there. I offer approaches such as narrative therapy, schema therapy, psychodynamic, CBT, and other modalities. As we work together, we will create a treatment plan tailor made for you. As a new Canadian and a Middle-Eastern woman of colour with experience living under an oppressive radical theocracy, my therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in having empathy towards those who find themselves stuck. We don’t all get to enjoy the privileges of race, wealth, health, or peace. Despite that, therapy can help us look at the narrative of our lives with compassion and empathy for ourselves. I am excited and passionate about helping you to reshape your story and find more peace.

Cheryl brings curiosity and compassion to your process of healing and learning more about your inner world. Trauma informed, queer positive, with extensive experience supporting individual clients in life's complex issues, choices and relationships, including the one with yourself.

Many teens struggle daily with anxiety. I teach motivated teens ready to learn how to transform their relationship with anxiety so that they become adults who can live with more hope, courage & confidence. We work together focusing on ONE upcoming event at a time. All sessions are ONLINE only. I am available Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. o Je parle français. Hablo español I am a registered social worker in ONTARIO and in QUEBEC.

Clear. Direct. Focused. I offer deep listening and presence, through this we discover together what you need and the best way to proceed.

I am a duly qualified Registered Psychologist in Ontario in the areas of clinical neuropsychology and clinical psychology providing both assessment and treatment services to an adult (18+) and senior population. I completed my Ph.D. at the University of Windsor and post-doctoral training at Toronto Rehabilitation Institute. I have extensive clinical experience working with individuals struggling with psychoemotional distress within community, medical consortiums, and rehabilitation facilities across North America. My approach to treatment is rooted in cognitive-behavioural, cognitive processing, acceptance and commitment, mindfulness, and emotion-focused therapy. I support individuals and their loved ones cope with life stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, burnout, injuries, as well as changes associated with healthy aging, dementia, or brain injury. I ensure a safe and supportive environment for each individual as we collaboratively work toward client's goals. The aim is to promote and further one's personal growth, symptom relief, maintenance and enhancement of daily functioning, and support overall improvement of quality of life.

I provide individual, couple/relationship, & family therapy supporting clients around navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, conflict reduction, communication, and more.

**TAKING NEW CLIENTS** Are you feeling a sense of disconnection, to yourself, your purpose, or simply the world around you? Do you find yourself struggling to understand why you can’t “catch a break”? Through a progressive and integrative approach, we will give ourselves permission to open up and truly begin to understand what gives you meaning in life. The goal with this approach is to slow down together, and to walk along the path with, rather than having a therapist simply guiding you. By the end of our sessions, you will recognize your own strengths as building blocks, and your obstacles as learning opportunities. We will do this by practicing compassion and empathy towards all versions of the self. After all, your perception of the world is a reflection of how you see yourself, so let’s work from the inside out.

As a therapist, I am a firm believer in authenticity in the therapeutic relationship. While I love to listen and validate my clients' feelings, I also might occasionally question a thought when necessary. The honest and frank conversations I get to have with my clients are what allow them to challenge their thoughts and assumptions - this is where the real work happens!​ I understand that seeking therapy can be an overwhelming experience, and I want to emphasize that at its core, therapy is a conversation. When meeting with me, you’ll find that sessions will be a friendly and relaxed discussion during which you can feel safe to explore whatever concerns are on your mind while also learning new skills.​

Have you encountered life transitions, self-esteem issues, symptoms of anxiety and depression, or are questions coming up about your past experiences and their impact on your daily life? If so, I would be happy to work together in a safe space, to find some answers. While therapy can be part of a holistic approach to wellness, it is also individualistic, and I believe that each client deserves support that will best suit their needs. Everyone has a unique story. Through empowering clients, I listen to their story, and help them develop healthier coping strategies and points of view. My years of teaching experience has reinforced my belief that everyone deserves to be heard and understood. Having made a career change myself, I am familiar with the feelings of uncertainty that come when we face life transitions and am passionate about supporting others through these changes. Seeking a therapist requires bravery and self awareness, I recognize that it's not always an easy thing to do, and I'm happy you're here.

Welcome, I am happy to see that you are choosing you today :) Self care brought you here. You ever wish that when someone mentions “how are you?”, that you could take a deep breath and just take off your mask that you wear in public, and tell the person everything you are experiencing? Yearning that sense of confidentiality and security in a safe space, to gain insight, and relatedness that can help you regain your sense of self. Let's connect to begin that journey together. I am here to listen to you, help you identify patterns, underlying factors that are impacting your life. I want to work with you to teach you skills that will help strengthen your ability to cope in stressful and life altering situations, process your emotions, also ground you in your ability to tap into your core self for optimum and lasting changes.

Bella believes that no matter what you’ve been through, there’s always a way to move forward and start to heal. She is committed to providing a secure environment free of judgement where you can feel safe to be yourself and explore your emotions. Together, she will create a space with you where you feel heard and understood so you can gain confidence and be encouraged in making necessary changes and actualizing your potential. She works with individuals, couples and families, and uses an integrative framework utilizing various evidence-based modalities including cognitive- behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), solution- focused, trauma informed care and person- centered approach.

I have always been a big advocate of jumping into action and finding ways to address problems through concrete, focused strategies. I also honour the important need to foster compassion, validation and understanding as a foundation with my clients before this occurs. I am available to help adults presenting with a broad array of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, relationships and life purpose. I also have a specialized focus of helping clients with chronic pain, chronic illness and disability. I am honoured to take part in the change process with anyone who is open to doing deep personal work. I am a former athlete who now experiences limited mobility due to chronic illness. This transformation has given me a better understanding of the experiences of others with a wide range of different abilities. It has also provided me with the tools and perspective to better help others who are encountering significant life changes or barriers to wellbeing. I know that there is sometimes a hesitation to seek help due to shame, uncertainty or sometimes procrastination. For some people they have been waiting their whole lives to take the first step to speak with a therapist and open up about their problems. I'm here to make the experience as natural and comfortable as possible. Don't hesitate to reach out!

As a Founder & Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) at Echo & Insight Psychotherapy, I believe that our past experiences often echo into our present, shaping our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. Sometimes, these echoes can create patterns that hold us back or lead to challenges in relationships, work, and personal growth. However, with the right guidance, transformation is possible. I provide a safe and compassionate space where we can explore these patterns, identify their roots, and work towards meaningful change. If you're ready to gain insight and embrace transformation, I am here to support you on that journey. Let’s work together to turn those echoes into wisdom and growth.

When words are not enough: through the therapeutic process we use your creative process to heal past traumas and for learning positive skills.

Melody practices from a person-centered approach by meeting individuals, adolescents, children and families where they are and helping them reach their goals. She ensures a warm, safe and confidential environment to freely discuss their issues and needs.

Mental Health Professional & Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with more than 6 years of experience adopting a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive approach for client care. I believe a strong therapeutic alliance is the foundation to facilitate change and promote growth in therapy. Extensively trained in clinical assessment, psychodiagnostic assessment, psychotherapy, and remedial measures for individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, learning disabilities, ADHD, and ADD. Experience of more than 9 years working with children, adolescents, and families.

I am a Certified Music Therapist and Reiki practitioner, owner/operator of Harmonia Music Therapy. HMT aims to foster meaning, connection, and well being for clients through creative music experiences, regardless of age or ability. HMT uses a holistic lens to address the needs of the mind, body, and spirit, while being informed by current research on effective music interventions. The HMT goal is to find how music can help through music therapy interventions and to facilitate deeper healing through the use of Reiki.

I am Registered Psychotherapist located in Toronto, Ontario. I work with the subjective needs of individuals to help reach therapeutic goals such as trauma resolution, growth, relationship guidance, and overall betterment of the self. My aim is to help clients re-create themselves, and find deeper meaning in their personal lives. I have a passion for understanding mental health struggles, the unconscious drives that sustain them, and the potential I believe we all carry for growth, healing and wholeness. Reach out to me for a free consultation and I would love to support you on your journey towards reaching the therapeutic goals you bring forward.

Michele Locke graduated with her doctorate from the Clinical Developmental Psychology program at the University of Guelph. Michele works with children, youth, young adults, and parents using a variety of therapeutic approaches based on the needs of her clients. Her training and experience is primarily in dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), and attached/caregiving based interventions. Michele's primary therapeutic work is providing parent/caregiver psychotherapy for those with children aged 2 to 18 years. Michele strives to work collaboratively with her clients in an effort to provide a positive therapeutic experience. Her goal is to ensure clients and families are active participants in developing treatment goals and plans, in order to best facilitate positive change. Michele aims to provide the most appropriate evidence-based care, though ensuring interventions are individualized to meet client needs. She believes strongly in the importance of promoting resilience, building interpersonal strengths, early intervention, and open dialogue/collaboration with her clients. Michele completed her internship in an inpatient secure treatment setting, working with youth with urgent mental health concerns (e.g., suicidal behaviour, non-suicidal self-injury, psychosis) and at McMaster Children’s Hospital working with children exposed to child maltreatment and complex trauma. She worked for 7 years at Broadview Psychology as part of the comprehensive DBT intervention team. She now works in her own practice in the Junction, Toronto, providing services to kids, adolescents, and parents. She provides group and individual services. In her spare time, Michele enjoys being active, spending time with family and friends, and trying out new restaurants around the city.