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Nilusha Dore
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterdown, ON L8B
I believe that we're at our strongest when we have meaningful, supportive connections in our lives. My focus is on developing these types of connections with my clients - ones where they feel genuinely cared for, safe, and supported in their journey towards feeling more fulfilled in their lives. My aim is always to help my clients feel heard, empowered, and more confident in their ability to navigate struggles. I'm always in their corner, and it's important to me that they feel this way. At the end of the day, feeling like I've provided someone with meaningful and support is why I love this work.
I believe that we're at our strongest when we have meaningful, supportive connections in our lives. My focus is on developing these types of connections with my clients - ones where they feel genuinely cared for, safe, and supported in their journey towards feeling more fulfilled in their lives. My aim is always to help my clients feel heard, empowered, and more confident in their ability to navigate struggles. I'm always in their corner, and it's important to me that they feel this way. At the end of the day, feeling like I've provided someone with meaningful and support is why I love this work.
(289) 799-3499 View (289) 799-3499
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Valley Connections Child Life Therapists
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSc, MSc, CCLS
Verified Verified
Waterdown, ON L0R
Hi! We are Elena, Meghan, and Heather, and we are Certified Child Life Specialists. We are trained to provide therapeutic support for children from birth to 18 years old. We each have Master's Degrees in Pediatric Psychosocial Care and we have several years of experience supporting children and their families through some of the most difficult times in their lives. Whether your child is experiencing a loss, divorce, a traumatic event, grief, or psychosocial issues such as anxiety or depression, we are trained to meet your child where they are, and build their resilience as they heal.
Hi! We are Elena, Meghan, and Heather, and we are Certified Child Life Specialists. We are trained to provide therapeutic support for children from birth to 18 years old. We each have Master's Degrees in Pediatric Psychosocial Care and we have several years of experience supporting children and their families through some of the most difficult times in their lives. Whether your child is experiencing a loss, divorce, a traumatic event, grief, or psychosocial issues such as anxiety or depression, we are trained to meet your child where they are, and build their resilience as they heal.
(289) 278-6346 View (289) 278-6346

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The Couch Counselling and Support Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L0R
Registered Psychotherapist who specialises in Sanitary Therapy for both young and old, CBT, and SFT. Lori has been working with the First Nations community for the past seven years and has been supervising clinical workers for the last four years. The Couch Counselling also offers many psychotherapist to help suit the needs and availability of all clients. Please call to find the perfect fit or look online at thecouchcounselling.com and see the many professionals. Here to help you make the changes in your life so you can live a healthier and productive life.
Registered Psychotherapist who specialises in Sanitary Therapy for both young and old, CBT, and SFT. Lori has been working with the First Nations community for the past seven years and has been supervising clinical workers for the last four years. The Couch Counselling also offers many psychotherapist to help suit the needs and availability of all clients. Please call to find the perfect fit or look online at thecouchcounselling.com and see the many professionals. Here to help you make the changes in your life so you can live a healthier and productive life.
(226) 778-4615 View (226) 778-4615
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Courtney Fuciarelli
Registered Social Worker, MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
Binbrook, ON L0R
Hi there! I'm Courtney, and I work with children and their parents, youth, and adults. Sometimes when you feel overwhelmed, it’s hard to know where to start. You may feel stressed out about your situation, but uncertain about what to do. Maybe you've tried therapy before, or you are intimidated to start. Or perhaps it's your child or teen who you are concerned about. Trying to do it all alone and without support is hard, but reaching out for help isn't easy.
Hi there! I'm Courtney, and I work with children and their parents, youth, and adults. Sometimes when you feel overwhelmed, it’s hard to know where to start. You may feel stressed out about your situation, but uncertain about what to do. Maybe you've tried therapy before, or you are intimidated to start. Or perhaps it's your child or teen who you are concerned about. Trying to do it all alone and without support is hard, but reaching out for help isn't easy.
(365) 400-8374 View (365) 400-8374
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Mareas Therapeutic Services Inc
CYC, RP, BSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Binbrook, ON L0R
Mareas was established as a specialized service provider to meet the needs of individuals, children and families experiencing challenges in the areas of emotional regulation, anxiety, attachment, interfering behaviours. Mareas recognizes that from time to time, everyone including all families need support. Programs and treatment plans are designed with a holistic approach with the client as the focus. Mareas is committed to providing nurturing and dedicated support to individuals, children, youth and families during difficult periods of time to help them get back on course.
Mareas was established as a specialized service provider to meet the needs of individuals, children and families experiencing challenges in the areas of emotional regulation, anxiety, attachment, interfering behaviours. Mareas recognizes that from time to time, everyone including all families need support. Programs and treatment plans are designed with a holistic approach with the client as the focus. Mareas is committed to providing nurturing and dedicated support to individuals, children, youth and families during difficult periods of time to help them get back on course.
(365) 398-0745 View (365) 398-0745

Online Therapists

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Leslie Kirsh
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6E
I am a registered psychotherapist who has a particular interest in attachment and family therapy. I work with young people and their parents, adults and their parents, siblings of all ages, and individuals. The goal of family work is to help family members work through barriers in their relationships and ideally to reconnect and find safety together. In individual therapy I think systemically and help folks make connections between their mental health struggles and the world around them. I work with clients with depression, anxiety, experiences of trauma and the many other challenges that can cause distress.
I am a registered psychotherapist who has a particular interest in attachment and family therapy. I work with young people and their parents, adults and their parents, siblings of all ages, and individuals. The goal of family work is to help family members work through barriers in their relationships and ideally to reconnect and find safety together. In individual therapy I think systemically and help folks make connections between their mental health struggles and the world around them. I work with clients with depression, anxiety, experiences of trauma and the many other challenges that can cause distress.
(437) 800-1910 View (437) 800-1910
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Zhivka Stefanova
Registered Social Worker, BA Psyc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M6S
Are you struggling in your relationships with others? Relationships are complex and could be complicated. Yet, as human beings, we need others, and when there are challenges in our relationships we suffer and struggle. We all need to be loved and cared for, yet we often push away the very people we want to be close to. Rejection or the fear of it, could be so painful and makes us withdraw, isolate or hurt back. As a result, we may feel inadequate, unlovable, unworthy, and hopeless. Deep down, we want to feel connected, and we want to feel good about ourselves, and at peace.
Are you struggling in your relationships with others? Relationships are complex and could be complicated. Yet, as human beings, we need others, and when there are challenges in our relationships we suffer and struggle. We all need to be loved and cared for, yet we often push away the very people we want to be close to. Rejection or the fear of it, could be so painful and makes us withdraw, isolate or hurt back. As a result, we may feel inadequate, unlovable, unworthy, and hopeless. Deep down, we want to feel connected, and we want to feel good about ourselves, and at peace.
(647) 496-0382 View (647) 496-0382
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Claire Watson Registered Psychotherapist
MSc, RP, DipTIRP, OSRP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4J  (Online Only)
I offer a secure, therapeutic relationship in which you can explore and make sense of your experience. For adults struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties or other conflict in your life, I will help you understand the origins of your difficulties and let go of issues from your past so that you can feel good about yourself now and improve your relationships with others. I also specialize in attachment-based therapy for children birth to six who are adopted, have behaviour problems, social anxiety or other special needs. I support both parent and child to achieve a strong healthy relationship.
I offer a secure, therapeutic relationship in which you can explore and make sense of your experience. For adults struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties or other conflict in your life, I will help you understand the origins of your difficulties and let go of issues from your past so that you can feel good about yourself now and improve your relationships with others. I also specialize in attachment-based therapy for children birth to six who are adopted, have behaviour problems, social anxiety or other special needs. I support both parent and child to achieve a strong healthy relationship.
(844) 402-2305 View (844) 402-2305
Photo of Dr. Elaheh Raoufi | Odyssey To Me Psychotherapy Services, Registered Psychotherapist in Waterdown, ON
Dr. Elaheh Raoufi | Odyssey To Me Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MD, MA, CRPO, CCPA
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, ON L4C
When our bodies harbour past traumas, regrets, future worries, and 'what ifs,' navigating present problems and making decisions for a meaningful life becomes challenging. With a decade of medical and mental health experience, I bring more than traditional therapy to our sessions. I would love to help reconnect your body and mind, awakening your inner therapist. Offering both in-person and online therapy, I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), attachment-based therapy, psychoanalysis, brainspotting, SFBT, Narrative Therapy, and Behavioural Analysis.
When our bodies harbour past traumas, regrets, future worries, and 'what ifs,' navigating present problems and making decisions for a meaningful life becomes challenging. With a decade of medical and mental health experience, I bring more than traditional therapy to our sessions. I would love to help reconnect your body and mind, awakening your inner therapist. Offering both in-person and online therapy, I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), attachment-based therapy, psychoanalysis, brainspotting, SFBT, Narrative Therapy, and Behavioural Analysis.
(289) 276-7988 View (289) 276-7988
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Victoria Spataro
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, BED, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M  (Online Only)
Victoria is a Registered Psychotherapist who has completed her Masters of Counselling Psychology. With years of experience as an educator, Victoria has an authentic way of connecting with families, couples and children. She is highly empathetic and dedicates her time to understand each clients’ perspectives, needs and experiences. Her purpose is to guide clients to evolve, to heal and become empowered to be the best version of themselves that they can be.
Victoria is a Registered Psychotherapist who has completed her Masters of Counselling Psychology. With years of experience as an educator, Victoria has an authentic way of connecting with families, couples and children. She is highly empathetic and dedicates her time to understand each clients’ perspectives, needs and experiences. Her purpose is to guide clients to evolve, to heal and become empowered to be the best version of themselves that they can be.
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Tania Marie Da Silva (Behaviour Matters)
HonsBA, CYC, CYW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M6A
Tania DaSilva holds an Honours Bachelors of Arts and Science Degree majoring in Psychology and Sociology, certifications in Cognitive Behavioural, Solution-Focused and Narrative Therapy, from OISE, University of Toronto, an Honours Advanced Child and Youth Care Diploma from Humber College, specializing in counselling, interventions, treatment and therapeutic activities. She is the Clinical Director of Behaviour Matters, author of Push for Happy, creator of Mindful Masters SEL Program and an on-air mental health media expert, seen in CTV, Global, Forbes, Toronto Star etc.
Tania DaSilva holds an Honours Bachelors of Arts and Science Degree majoring in Psychology and Sociology, certifications in Cognitive Behavioural, Solution-Focused and Narrative Therapy, from OISE, University of Toronto, an Honours Advanced Child and Youth Care Diploma from Humber College, specializing in counselling, interventions, treatment and therapeutic activities. She is the Clinical Director of Behaviour Matters, author of Push for Happy, creator of Mindful Masters SEL Program and an on-air mental health media expert, seen in CTV, Global, Forbes, Toronto Star etc.
(855) 249-5362 View (855) 249-5362
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Shahnaz Ahmed
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M6H  (Online Only)
Anger, anxiety, depression, family conflict, domestic violence, acute and chronic/complex trauma comprise some of the challenges individuals experience in their lives. If you are a person struggling with any of these issues and/or experience other mental health concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out for a brief chat to discuss whether I am the right therapist for you. I am a Registered Master of Social Worker (MSW, RSW) with over 25 years of extensive experience serving complex mental health needs for individuals, couples, and families. I offer services in English, Bengali, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu.
Anger, anxiety, depression, family conflict, domestic violence, acute and chronic/complex trauma comprise some of the challenges individuals experience in their lives. If you are a person struggling with any of these issues and/or experience other mental health concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out for a brief chat to discuss whether I am the right therapist for you. I am a Registered Master of Social Worker (MSW, RSW) with over 25 years of extensive experience serving complex mental health needs for individuals, couples, and families. I offer services in English, Bengali, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu.
(844) 402-2059 View (844) 402-2059
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Kim Saliba
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Fergus, ON N1M
I'm a Registered Doctoral level Clinical and School Psychologist. I provide a full range of comprehensive services for: Adults, Adolescents, Children, and Families. I provide an empathetic approach with a wide range of experience.
I'm a Registered Doctoral level Clinical and School Psychologist. I provide a full range of comprehensive services for: Adults, Adolescents, Children, and Families. I provide an empathetic approach with a wide range of experience.
(226) 840-9663 View (226) 840-9663
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Get Therapy Toronto
Registered Social Worker, MA, LCSW-C, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4P  (Online Only)
When you pick up the phone to start therapy, you are halfway there. The initial call can be the hardest one. Low self-esteem, relationship issues, depression, anger, grief, loss, trauma, family dynamics -- these are all issues we can work through together. I integrate empathy, theory, skills, and knowledge obtained through years of experience into an intuitive therapy process. While I provide a solid, well-structured treatment plan, I am open to a variety of techniques that will help ensure that your experience is a success.
When you pick up the phone to start therapy, you are halfway there. The initial call can be the hardest one. Low self-esteem, relationship issues, depression, anger, grief, loss, trauma, family dynamics -- these are all issues we can work through together. I integrate empathy, theory, skills, and knowledge obtained through years of experience into an intuitive therapy process. While I provide a solid, well-structured treatment plan, I am open to a variety of techniques that will help ensure that your experience is a success.
(647) 797-9362 View (647) 797-9362
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Emily Parolin - Wavelength Therapies
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M8V
If you are seeking peace of mind, a sense of safety within your body and a calm nervous system, then you are in the right place! I am here to guide you through every layer and level of the healing journey so that you feel like your best self in mind, body and spirit. I happily offer free consult calls to anyone interested to discuss the process first hand so you can get a sense of how I can support you specifically. From the first call, you can expect it to feel natural, easy and simple. I prioritize my client's comfort and progress above all else so if my profile resonates with you, I look forward to discussing how I can help you!
If you are seeking peace of mind, a sense of safety within your body and a calm nervous system, then you are in the right place! I am here to guide you through every layer and level of the healing journey so that you feel like your best self in mind, body and spirit. I happily offer free consult calls to anyone interested to discuss the process first hand so you can get a sense of how I can support you specifically. From the first call, you can expect it to feel natural, easy and simple. I prioritize my client's comfort and progress above all else so if my profile resonates with you, I look forward to discussing how I can help you!
(548) 483-5453 View (548) 483-5453
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Peel Psychology & Therapy Centre
Psychologist, PsyD, CPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
We believe that all persons are inherently good. When provided with the right support and encouragement, all persons seek to develop relationships and lead lives that are supportive and caring of others. Change is a continual process that is part of living. If we take the time to examine our lives, we can learn from our experiences and make changes that result in improved quality of life and relationships.
We believe that all persons are inherently good. When provided with the right support and encouragement, all persons seek to develop relationships and lead lives that are supportive and caring of others. Change is a continual process that is part of living. If we take the time to examine our lives, we can learn from our experiences and make changes that result in improved quality of life and relationships.
(289) 207-6373 View (289) 207-6373
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Joshua Wong
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP, RMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N
I would like to acknowledge and honour your consideration to reach out for support. It is not always easy and can feel vulnerable. As Maya Angelou said, “Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.” You are the expert of your life, however most of us need extra support to cope with the challenges that can arise in our daily lives. In today’s climate you may be feeling exhausted and access to the usual resources may be limited. This can be a lonely feeling and may be described as trauma – anything that you lack the resources to get through.
I would like to acknowledge and honour your consideration to reach out for support. It is not always easy and can feel vulnerable. As Maya Angelou said, “Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.” You are the expert of your life, however most of us need extra support to cope with the challenges that can arise in our daily lives. In today’s climate you may be feeling exhausted and access to the usual resources may be limited. This can be a lonely feeling and may be described as trauma – anything that you lack the resources to get through.
(289) 210-7241 View (289) 210-7241
Photo of Suzan Chu, Registered Social Worker in Waterdown, ON
Suzan Chu
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, ON L4B
I have worked with children, teens, adults, and families for over 14 years in various settings, which include schools, day treatment programs, community mental health agencies, and within the child welfare and foster care system. I have also facilitated groups for parents who want to prevent and treat social, emotional, and behavioural problems that their children are facing. My mission is to help others navigate life's challenges by helping them develop tools to cope with challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, fertility, parenting, self-esteem, relationships, and life transitions.
I have worked with children, teens, adults, and families for over 14 years in various settings, which include schools, day treatment programs, community mental health agencies, and within the child welfare and foster care system. I have also facilitated groups for parents who want to prevent and treat social, emotional, and behavioural problems that their children are facing. My mission is to help others navigate life's challenges by helping them develop tools to cope with challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, fertility, parenting, self-esteem, relationships, and life transitions.
(289) 236-0976 View (289) 236-0976
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Vicky Loranger
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, LLB
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5P
I became passionate about social work after practicing family law for many years and watching the court system fail parents and children experiencing separation and divorce. I have since completed my MSW to focus on therapeutic and collaborative co-parenting work, mediation, and help individuals navigate high-conflict separation and divorce, and healthy parenting post-divorce. I also enjoy helping individuals with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, academic and career issues. Moreover, I have experience in supporting parents with their children’s learning disabilities, school, and issues with peers.
I became passionate about social work after practicing family law for many years and watching the court system fail parents and children experiencing separation and divorce. I have since completed my MSW to focus on therapeutic and collaborative co-parenting work, mediation, and help individuals navigate high-conflict separation and divorce, and healthy parenting post-divorce. I also enjoy helping individuals with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, academic and career issues. Moreover, I have experience in supporting parents with their children’s learning disabilities, school, and issues with peers.
(226) 457-1799 View (226) 457-1799
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Lisa Schwartz
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4Y
I have several years of experience working with adolescents, young adults and families on challenges related to stress, anxiety, emotion regulation, relationship issues, grief, parenting, family conflict and life transitions. I offer a gentle, caring and compassionate approach. I believe in the relationship between therapist and client to help individuals to reflect, explore and grow in order to develop successful relationships outside of therapy. Together, we can make sense of thoughts and feelings and connect them to previous and current experiences to change unhelpful patterns so that you can be your best self.
I have several years of experience working with adolescents, young adults and families on challenges related to stress, anxiety, emotion regulation, relationship issues, grief, parenting, family conflict and life transitions. I offer a gentle, caring and compassionate approach. I believe in the relationship between therapist and client to help individuals to reflect, explore and grow in order to develop successful relationships outside of therapy. Together, we can make sense of thoughts and feelings and connect them to previous and current experiences to change unhelpful patterns so that you can be your best self.
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Attachment-based Counsellors

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.