Ashlyn James

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd

Ashlyn James

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

5 Endorsed

Toronto, ON M5V

(437) 747-8028

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Hi there, I’m Ashlyn, founder of Mindful Pleasures Therapy. With a Master’s from the University of Toronto, I specialize in supporting adults and couples navigating anxiety, perfectionism, attachment, patterns, relationships, intimacy and general mood. My work weaves together anti‑oppressive values, somatic awareness, holistic care, and evidence‑based practices. Together, we'll build a warm, judgment‑free space where you’ll feel safe, seen, and empowered.

I offer individual, couples, and sex therapy integrating evidence-based approaches like EMDR, somatic parts work, CBT, mindfulness, and Gottman Method. If you're feeling overwhelmed seeing recurring patterns or are curious about the why, we'll work together to calm your nervous system, shift patterns, build more clarity, ease, in your life and relationships.

As a biracial woman, I offer a safe, supportive space to explore anxiety, intimacy, relationships, Identity and intergenerational trauma. I value warmth, curiosity, and care in the therapy room. I offer free consult calls and invite you to connect and learn more about how I may be able to help you on your journey.

Call or Email Ashlyn James now for a free 15 minute consultation - (437) 747-8028

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Mindful Pleasures Therapy

Toronto, ON M5V

(437) 747-8028

Toronto, ON M6K

My website

I offer support and guidance to you in a virtual setting (pets welcome). I am available 9am-5pm Monday through Friday.

I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Women's Issues

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Helping you navigate relationships, attachment, and trauma with warmth, empathy, and evidence-based care.

Let's Connect (437) 747-8028

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Mindful Pleasures Therapy

Toronto, ON M5V

(437) 747-8028

Toronto, ON M6K

My website

I offer support and guidance to you in a virtual setting (pets welcome). I am available 9am-5pm Monday through Friday.

I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Women's Issues

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Helping you navigate relationships, attachment, and trauma with warmth, empathy, and evidence-based care.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200
Couple Sessions $240
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Any/Out-of-network Insurance
Blue Cross
Canada Life | Great-West Life
Desjardins
Great-West Life
Green Shield Canada
Manulife
SunLife

We do not direct bill. We issue a receipt for services rendered, which you then submit to your plan provider. We are happy to answer any questions you may have about this! We use the Jane App which as a secure place to put card information, we then charge the card on file.

Ashlyn James

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 747-8028

Ashlyn James

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 747-8028

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 11242 Ashlyn James

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 5 years

Attended University of Toronto , MEd in Counselling and Psychotherapy

Additional Credentials

Membership with ACTA 3102 / 2026

Membership with Ontario Society Of Registered Psychotherapists 63840051 / 2022

I hold a Master's from the University of Toronto and completed the intensive Sex Therapy program at the University of Guelph. With training in Somatic IFS, EMDR, and trauma-focused therapy, I am equipped with powerful tools to help clients navigate complex emotional and relational challenges.

Ashlyn James

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 747-8028

Ashlyn James

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 747-8028

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Relationship Issues
Women's Issues

Expertise

Body Image
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Career Guidance
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Dissociative Disorders (DID)
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Peer Relationships
Racial Identity
School Issues
Self Esteem
Sex Therapy
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Sexual Abuse
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma and PTSD

I am dedicated to providing holistic support for women facing a range of issues. Addressing issues will involve fostering open communication, emotional attunement, and self-discovery, enabling women to build healthier and more fulfilling connections. My approach empowers women to harness the power of mindfulness as a tool for transformation and healing across various aspects of their lives.

Ashlyn James

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 747-8028

Ashlyn James

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 747-8028

5 Endorsements

Kat Kova Therapy Toronto | Sex and Couples Therapy

Ashlyn is one of the most creative and caring therapists I have had the pleasure of working with. She is warm, deeply understanding and skilled. She naturally creates the right environment for clients to explore their concerns and facilitate change.

Sierra Gaudreault

Registered Psychotherapist

Rochelle Carribine

Registered Psychotherapist, MA

Ashlyn and I met as colleagues. Her dedication and care towards clients was immediately evident. Add to that, her particular niche and skill set around a sensitive topic for individuals. She creates a safe space to address vulnerable topics with ease.

Ivana Psychotherapy

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, SEP

Ashlyn is one of the most talented therapist I know. She is naturally tender, perceptive, and has an incredibly precise capacity for attunement that, combined with her vast clinical knowledge, facilitates long-lasting and meaningful change in her clients.

Tina Bohin

Registered Psychotherapist, HBSc, MA

When I met Ashlyn I was immediately draw to her calm and non-judgemental presence. She is an incredibly kind and warm psychotherapist that fosters a safe and welcoming space in her practice through compassion, empathy and a deep send of understanding.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
EMDR
Emotionally Focused
Feminist
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Narrative
Person-Centered
Relational
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Somatic
Trauma Focused

I take an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, somatic work, and EMDR. In our first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and identify the most effective ways to support your growth. Whether you're seeking individual, couples, or sex therapy, we'll work together to deepen self-awareness, process emotions, & create meaningful change.

Ashlyn James

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 747-8028

Ashlyn James

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 747-8028

Location

Primary Location

Mindful Pleasures Therapy

Toronto, ON M5V

(437) 747-8028

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Toronto, ON M6K

(437) 747-8028

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

I offer support and guidance to you in a virtual setting (pets welcome). I am available 9am-5pm Monday through Friday.

Ashlyn James

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd

Call for a free consultation now - (437) 747-8028

I offer support and guidance to you in a virtual setting (pets welcome). I am available 9am-5pm Monday through Friday.

Ashlyn James

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd

Call for a free consultation now - (437) 747-8028

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