Addiction Therapists in M8X
Therapy can be helpful to you whether you experience challenges with severe mental illness or addiction, or difficulties coping with the challenges of life. You may notice that it is getting more and more difficult to manage the day-to-day responsibilities and meet your goals in life. You may not be meeting the expectations that you have for yourself and feel discouraged to even try anymore. You may experience difficulty accepting certain transitions and events in your life. You may be frustrated and exhausted feeling stuck in a cycle of behavioural, mental and emotional challenges that seem to get worse.
Therapy can be helpful to you whether you experience challenges with severe mental illness or addiction, or difficulties coping with the challenges of life. You may notice that it is getting more and more difficult to manage the day-to-day responsibilities and meet your goals in life. You may not be meeting the expectations that you have for yourself and feel discouraged to even try anymore. You may experience difficulty accepting certain transitions and events in your life. You may be frustrated and exhausted feeling stuck in a cycle of behavioural, mental and emotional challenges that seem to get worse.
Dominic Wozniak
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Etobicoke, ON M8X (Online Only)
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress management, burnout, or addiction, I can help. My holistic approach takes into account your life as a whole. I believe in long-term recovery and aim to treat and heal root causes rather than symptoms alone. I also help to create sustainable and supportive structures in your life that you can lean on during hard times.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress management, burnout, or addiction, I can help. My holistic approach takes into account your life as a whole. I believe in long-term recovery and aim to treat and heal root causes rather than symptoms alone. I also help to create sustainable and supportive structures in your life that you can lean on during hard times.
Are you interested in exploring your mood related issues? Are you tired of feeling anxious? Have you experienced a traumatic event, which keeps haunting you? I offer psychological assessments and therapy to adolescents and adults to assist with various issues, including mood disorders, anxiety, phobias, anger, trauma, substance abuse, chronic health issues, and other concerns.
Are you interested in exploring your mood related issues? Are you tired of feeling anxious? Have you experienced a traumatic event, which keeps haunting you? I offer psychological assessments and therapy to adolescents and adults to assist with various issues, including mood disorders, anxiety, phobias, anger, trauma, substance abuse, chronic health issues, and other concerns.
Shirin Pilehroudi
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Etobicoke, ON M8X
I am a compassionate RP (Qualifying) in good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I have over eight years of experience providing mental health services to teens and adults from diverse backgrounds in private clinics, hospitals, and educational settings. I am committed to supporting you in your journey to heal from past trauma, manage mood and anxiety disorders, overcome addiction, and address emotional disturbances and relationship challenges.
I am a compassionate RP (Qualifying) in good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I have over eight years of experience providing mental health services to teens and adults from diverse backgrounds in private clinics, hospitals, and educational settings. I am committed to supporting you in your journey to heal from past trauma, manage mood and anxiety disorders, overcome addiction, and address emotional disturbances and relationship challenges.
Kimberly Murdoch
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, diplHSC, NTS
Verified Verified
Etobicoke, ON M8X (Online Only)
Substance abuse & coping skills.
Are you feeling anxious, low and tired, having trouble managing each day? Do you see yourself negatively and others as coping better than you? If you are feeling stuck, alone and unsure of what to do, getting help can start with a phone call. Getting help can start with confidential appointments where the focus is about you and the problems you want to understand and change. A caring, professional relationship is a place where you feel understood, safe and supported in building your confidence, coping skills, and strengths; together we plan and build paths towards your goals.
Substance abuse & coping skills.
Are you feeling anxious, low and tired, having trouble managing each day? Do you see yourself negatively and others as coping better than you? If you are feeling stuck, alone and unsure of what to do, getting help can start with a phone call. Getting help can start with confidential appointments where the focus is about you and the problems you want to understand and change. A caring, professional relationship is a place where you feel understood, safe and supported in building your confidence, coping skills, and strengths; together we plan and build paths towards your goals.
Haylee Lough
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RSSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Etobicoke, ON M8X
Waitlist for new clients
These are experiences of anxiety, depression, grief, feeling stuck, low self-esteem, ADHD, chronic pain and illness, substance use concerns, and more.
First, I want to acknowledge that you are here! The journey to finding the right therapist for you can be time consuming and emotional; I know, I’ve been through it myself. I want to recognize the hard work you are doing right now taking this important step to finding peace and clarity in life. Whatever you may be struggling with, I am here to help you gain a deeper understanding and develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself. My approach is person-centered, collaborative and rooted in empathy. This means we will work together to identify ways to live alongside or move past, the challenges you face.
These are experiences of anxiety, depression, grief, feeling stuck, low self-esteem, ADHD, chronic pain and illness, substance use concerns, and more.
First, I want to acknowledge that you are here! The journey to finding the right therapist for you can be time consuming and emotional; I know, I’ve been through it myself. I want to recognize the hard work you are doing right now taking this important step to finding peace and clarity in life. Whatever you may be struggling with, I am here to help you gain a deeper understanding and develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself. My approach is person-centered, collaborative and rooted in empathy. This means we will work together to identify ways to live alongside or move past, the challenges you face.
Elizabeth Scarlett
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Etobicoke, ON M8X
Waitlist for new clients
Viktor Frankl said: "When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." Therapy isn't about getting the right answer, it's about making choices that move you forward. Many aspects of life are out of our control. If we focus on our decisions, we'll find greater contentment. Little shifts make a big difference. In my office, laughter, cursing, crying or yelling are welcome. I have curious questions, off-the-wall metaphors, and shift gears as required.
Viktor Frankl said: "When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." Therapy isn't about getting the right answer, it's about making choices that move you forward. Many aspects of life are out of our control. If we focus on our decisions, we'll find greater contentment. Little shifts make a big difference. In my office, laughter, cursing, crying or yelling are welcome. I have curious questions, off-the-wall metaphors, and shift gears as required.
Balanced Mind and Wellness Inc
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
Etobicoke, ON M8X
Do you often find yourself living in the past, dwelling on things that have happened, or living in the future, worrying about what might happen? Having trouble dealing with or identifying depressed or anxious feelings? I can provide clarity, motivation, and help you put into words what you are experiencing. Life's issues define your world - I can bring passion and purpose back into your life, with effective solutions to specific problems. Our practice is practical and interactive. We work together as a team with you to find the best solution for you. Let us help you reach your true potential!
Do you often find yourself living in the past, dwelling on things that have happened, or living in the future, worrying about what might happen? Having trouble dealing with or identifying depressed or anxious feelings? I can provide clarity, motivation, and help you put into words what you are experiencing. Life's issues define your world - I can bring passion and purpose back into your life, with effective solutions to specific problems. Our practice is practical and interactive. We work together as a team with you to find the best solution for you. Let us help you reach your true potential!
We seem to face new obstacles each and every day. Is it a challenge managing the changes in your life? Do you wish you felt more confident about yourself and your relationships? I imagine that there is a part of you that wants things to get better and for life to feel fuller. I’d like to be there to support you through these experiences and help you to build a more fulfilling life.
We seem to face new obstacles each and every day. Is it a challenge managing the changes in your life? Do you wish you felt more confident about yourself and your relationships? I imagine that there is a part of you that wants things to get better and for life to feel fuller. I’d like to be there to support you through these experiences and help you to build a more fulfilling life.
Elena Darmos
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, PhD, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Etobicoke, ON M8X
Do you feel that you are living for others? Are you emotionally and physically burnt out from being a caregiver? Caregiver stress can result in depression, anger, anxiety, grief, isolation and can even manifest in physical illness. Caring for your own emotional and physical well-being is just as important as supporting your loved ones. I can help to relieve your mental burden so that you can continue supporting others.
Do you feel that you are living for others? Are you emotionally and physically burnt out from being a caregiver? Caregiver stress can result in depression, anger, anxiety, grief, isolation and can even manifest in physical illness. Caring for your own emotional and physical well-being is just as important as supporting your loved ones. I can help to relieve your mental burden so that you can continue supporting others.
Irina Petrova
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, DipGIT, MSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Etobicoke, ON M8X
Welcome and thank you for your interest in my work! Congratulations on taking your first step to a more fulfilling life. I provide warm, safe and collaborative environment for my clients' healing journey. I am here to help you to become more authentic, grounded, and happy with yourself and your relationships. In my work I use client-centered, anti-oppression and culturally-competent framework. I work with individuals, couples and families.
Welcome and thank you for your interest in my work! Congratulations on taking your first step to a more fulfilling life. I provide warm, safe and collaborative environment for my clients' healing journey. I am here to help you to become more authentic, grounded, and happy with yourself and your relationships. In my work I use client-centered, anti-oppression and culturally-competent framework. I work with individuals, couples and families.
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Hello! My name is Jordan, and I am a psychotherapy intern practicing under supervision (RP Qualifying) to complete my Masters in Counselling Psychology. We all face times in our lives where we feel lost, helpless, or insufficient, and in these times a little assistance goes a long way. I believe that when the complexity of our lives becomes disruptive and overwhelming, therapy can be an excellent tool for making positive and lasting changes. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, finding motivation, or just want to talk about a personal experience, I am eager to support you along your journey of self-development.
Hello! My name is Jordan, and I am a psychotherapy intern practicing under supervision (RP Qualifying) to complete my Masters in Counselling Psychology. We all face times in our lives where we feel lost, helpless, or insufficient, and in these times a little assistance goes a long way. I believe that when the complexity of our lives becomes disruptive and overwhelming, therapy can be an excellent tool for making positive and lasting changes. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, finding motivation, or just want to talk about a personal experience, I am eager to support you along your journey of self-development.
Good Life Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
Etobicoke, ON M8X
Struggling with personal growth and healing? Do you feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? Are you searching for effective strategies to navigate life's challenges and create lasting change? Many are seeking support to explore their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in a safe and empowering environment. Rhea specializes in an integrated framework, drawing upon client-centered, trauma-informed approaches like Narrative Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing. Her empathetic and holistic approach creates a safe space for clients to explore themselves while developing effective strategies for lasting change.
Struggling with personal growth and healing? Do you feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? Are you searching for effective strategies to navigate life's challenges and create lasting change? Many are seeking support to explore their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in a safe and empowering environment. Rhea specializes in an integrated framework, drawing upon client-centered, trauma-informed approaches like Narrative Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing. Her empathetic and holistic approach creates a safe space for clients to explore themselves while developing effective strategies for lasting change.
NIHB funding approved. Now accepting remote and in-person clients in Toronto at Islington and Bloor! Also offering in-home sessions and canine assisted counselling. I believe in building on the strengths my clients bring to me by improving their lives and removing barriers such as anxiety, depression and emotional conflict. I have family members who have experienced Schizophrenia, Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression and Anxiety. My clients have areas to improve upon and they are seeking better connections with friends, loved ones and family. I believe in personal growth and lifelong learning. Clinical supervision available as well.
NIHB funding approved. Now accepting remote and in-person clients in Toronto at Islington and Bloor! Also offering in-home sessions and canine assisted counselling. I believe in building on the strengths my clients bring to me by improving their lives and removing barriers such as anxiety, depression and emotional conflict. I have family members who have experienced Schizophrenia, Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression and Anxiety. My clients have areas to improve upon and they are seeking better connections with friends, loved ones and family. I believe in personal growth and lifelong learning. Clinical supervision available as well.
Providing a balance of support and challenge, my approach to healing is holistic and comprehensive. I believe that each individual has all of the inner resources they need to achieve a sense of balance and equanimity. My role is merely to provide a safe, non-judgmental container in which they can reach their own integration - cognitively, emotionally and somatically. I aim to assist the individual's journey-making process through offering new ways at looking through the lens which often gets obscured by many mitigating factors. Clarity is the goal.
Providing a balance of support and challenge, my approach to healing is holistic and comprehensive. I believe that each individual has all of the inner resources they need to achieve a sense of balance and equanimity. My role is merely to provide a safe, non-judgmental container in which they can reach their own integration - cognitively, emotionally and somatically. I aim to assist the individual's journey-making process through offering new ways at looking through the lens which often gets obscured by many mitigating factors. Clarity is the goal.
Iva Keighley
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist, LLB, MSW, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Etobicoke, ON M8X (Online Only)
I am EMDR Certified Therapist (EMDRIA), Reg. Psychotherapist (ON) and Reg. Social Worker (ON) with an academic background in law, clinical social work, mental health and trauma specialized training. I provide counseling and therapy services in different categories of concern, which may include traumatic life experiences, complex post-traumatic stress, developmental trauma, workplace trauma and managing life-work changes and transitions.
I am EMDR Certified Therapist (EMDRIA), Reg. Psychotherapist (ON) and Reg. Social Worker (ON) with an academic background in law, clinical social work, mental health and trauma specialized training. I provide counseling and therapy services in different categories of concern, which may include traumatic life experiences, complex post-traumatic stress, developmental trauma, workplace trauma and managing life-work changes and transitions.
Psychotherapy & Relationships, Anne Marie Shewfelt
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RMFT
Verified Verified
Etobicoke, ON M8X
As a Registered Psychotherapist, and Marriage & Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples and families. I offer an emotionally safe, non-judgmental and relational approach for my clients to share the content of their stories, circumstances, and life experiences. I have worked with a wide range of clients within the realms of cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and relational issues, however at the root of nearly all presenting problems is the emotional impact of a relationship. My specialty in relationships enables me to work confidently, and effectively with my clients regardless of their identified issue.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, and Marriage & Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples and families. I offer an emotionally safe, non-judgmental and relational approach for my clients to share the content of their stories, circumstances, and life experiences. I have worked with a wide range of clients within the realms of cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and relational issues, however at the root of nearly all presenting problems is the emotional impact of a relationship. My specialty in relationships enables me to work confidently, and effectively with my clients regardless of their identified issue.
Daniel Rutley (Doctorate In Psychology)
Registered Psychotherapist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Etobicoke, ON M8X
My sessions are 90 MINUTES LONG. Other therapists usually have 50 or 60-minute sessions & are often too short to get into the "meat" of a problem. Longer sessions equal getting more accomplished thus FASTER progress, FEWER sessions & LESS cost... So, let's begin today... You can feel better...regardless of your life situation. Whether you're feeling down, irritable, anxious or worried, I'm no stranger to the problems that you face. Maybe you feel dissatisfied with your relationship...or your life. Ongoing problems can be distressing, and painful and affect your sleep and your health. It's time to take charge....NOW...today, together
My sessions are 90 MINUTES LONG. Other therapists usually have 50 or 60-minute sessions & are often too short to get into the "meat" of a problem. Longer sessions equal getting more accomplished thus FASTER progress, FEWER sessions & LESS cost... So, let's begin today... You can feel better...regardless of your life situation. Whether you're feeling down, irritable, anxious or worried, I'm no stranger to the problems that you face. Maybe you feel dissatisfied with your relationship...or your life. Ongoing problems can be distressing, and painful and affect your sleep and your health. It's time to take charge....NOW...today, together
Denisa Zitnansky Caceres
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Etobicoke, ON M8X (Online Only)
Do you spend a lot of time worrying, overthinking or dealing with overwhelming thoughts? Feeling powerless over your worry or anxiety is exhausting and can also impact your life in a negative way. You might be avoiding situations, have a hard time sleeping, feel not good enough or do things in a certain way to keep the anxiety manageable in the moment. Worry does not have to run your life.
Do you spend a lot of time worrying, overthinking or dealing with overwhelming thoughts? Feeling powerless over your worry or anxiety is exhausting and can also impact your life in a negative way. You might be avoiding situations, have a hard time sleeping, feel not good enough or do things in a certain way to keep the anxiety manageable in the moment. Worry does not have to run your life.
Marya Morozova
Registered Social Worker, Bsc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Etobicoke, ON M8X (Online Only)
I am most passionate about working with adults who feel like they are not living up to their full potential because they are held back by anxiety, panic, low mood, intense emotions, overthinking, self-criticism, procrastination, fear of failure or self-defeating habits. Do you feel like you are doing okay on the surface, but underneath you know there is a problem that’s holding you back? We can work together to help you address the issues preventing from feeling happy, productive and ready to take on life’s challenges.
I am most passionate about working with adults who feel like they are not living up to their full potential because they are held back by anxiety, panic, low mood, intense emotions, overthinking, self-criticism, procrastination, fear of failure or self-defeating habits. Do you feel like you are doing okay on the surface, but underneath you know there is a problem that’s holding you back? We can work together to help you address the issues preventing from feeling happy, productive and ready to take on life’s challenges.
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Addiction Counsellors
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.