Couples Counselling Therapists in M5B
As a clinician of color, I use a culturally sensitive and anti-oppressive framework to create a safe and comfortable space for you to process, reflect and connect with yourself as well as your partner.
Hello and Welcome! My name is Salwa and I am a Registered Social Worker at Relationship Counselling Toronto. I am passionate about helping couples manage conflict, enhance their communication skills and deepen their friendship and intimacy with each other in order to feel more emotionally close and connected. I believe that humans are wired to connect with others, and it can be incredibly painful to a couple when they find themselves feeling ‘stuck’ in constant fights, or feeling emotionally distant.
As a clinician of color, I use a culturally sensitive and anti-oppressive framework to create a safe and comfortable space for you to process, reflect and connect with yourself as well as your partner.
Hello and Welcome! My name is Salwa and I am a Registered Social Worker at Relationship Counselling Toronto. I am passionate about helping couples manage conflict, enhance their communication skills and deepen their friendship and intimacy with each other in order to feel more emotionally close and connected. I believe that humans are wired to connect with others, and it can be incredibly painful to a couple when they find themselves feeling ‘stuck’ in constant fights, or feeling emotionally distant.
Sabrine Soliman
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with both individuals and couples to help them navigate the complexities of their emotions, relationships, and personal histories.
Are you struggling with self-esteem or confidence issues? Do you find yourself stuck in patterns of conflict or dissatisfaction in your relationships? Are you looking to break free from these cycles and finally find the inner peace you’ve been seeking? Many people face these challenges, and therapy can be the first step toward understanding yourself better, healing from past trauma, and creating the fulfilling life you desire.
I work with both individuals and couples to help them navigate the complexities of their emotions, relationships, and personal histories.
Are you struggling with self-esteem or confidence issues? Do you find yourself stuck in patterns of conflict or dissatisfaction in your relationships? Are you looking to break free from these cycles and finally find the inner peace you’ve been seeking? Many people face these challenges, and therapy can be the first step toward understanding yourself better, healing from past trauma, and creating the fulfilling life you desire.
Life gets hard and sometimes unexpected challenges get thrown your way. Are you feeling stuck? In a daze you cannot get out of? Feeling trapped in situations? Trying to figure out what to do with dilemmas? Getting pulled in all directions and not sure which way to go? Has dynamics with your partner, family, friends, peers, colleagues change? Do you want someone to check in with or to connect with, someone to hear and sit through this challenging time with you? Reaching out in the midst of opacity can help you clear your line of vision and get you back to pursuing your goals and dreams. Life can get better.
Life gets hard and sometimes unexpected challenges get thrown your way. Are you feeling stuck? In a daze you cannot get out of? Feeling trapped in situations? Trying to figure out what to do with dilemmas? Getting pulled in all directions and not sure which way to go? Has dynamics with your partner, family, friends, peers, colleagues change? Do you want someone to check in with or to connect with, someone to hear and sit through this challenging time with you? Reaching out in the midst of opacity can help you clear your line of vision and get you back to pursuing your goals and dreams. Life can get better.
I have three areas of specialization as a psychologist: 1) Coping with chronic medical illness, such as cancer (especially hereditary cancers, such as Lynch syndrome), multiple sclerosis, IBD (e.g., Chron's disease, colitis) or other gastrointestinal problems, 2) Anxiety and depression, and 3) Couples therapy. I'm offering all appointments virtually, not in person. See my website for more information: drtaehart.com
I have three areas of specialization as a psychologist: 1) Coping with chronic medical illness, such as cancer (especially hereditary cancers, such as Lynch syndrome), multiple sclerosis, IBD (e.g., Chron's disease, colitis) or other gastrointestinal problems, 2) Anxiety and depression, and 3) Couples therapy. I'm offering all appointments virtually, not in person. See my website for more information: drtaehart.com
Seeking therapy is a radical act of self love. It takes courage to reach out when in pain or transition. Wanting support is a sign of the impulse to thrive. I hold space for you to heal your attachment and other wounds. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and have a Masters of Psychology, with a private practice in downtown Toronto. My special interests include transitions across the life span, attachment and trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, Post Traumatic Stress, newcomer and multi cultural issues, intersecting with LGBTQ issues, women's mental health, transitioning genders, and newcomer issues.
Seeking therapy is a radical act of self love. It takes courage to reach out when in pain or transition. Wanting support is a sign of the impulse to thrive. I hold space for you to heal your attachment and other wounds. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and have a Masters of Psychology, with a private practice in downtown Toronto. My special interests include transitions across the life span, attachment and trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, Post Traumatic Stress, newcomer and multi cultural issues, intersecting with LGBTQ issues, women's mental health, transitioning genders, and newcomer issues.
Anel Hared
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, RSW, BScN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
Hello, I’m Anel (she/her)! I am a Master of Social Work graduate student at Relationship Counselling Toronto. I’m also a Registered Nurse with nearly a decade of experience working with people living with mental health disorders, addictions, burnout, perinatal and postnatal health conditions. I have supported clients going through loss, bereavement, life transitions and stressors, faith, spiritual and cross-cultural conflict. I am dedicated to helping clients in overcoming emotional challenges, establishing healthier behaviours and ways of thinking so that you can feel more fulfilled with the quality of your life and relationships.
Hello, I’m Anel (she/her)! I am a Master of Social Work graduate student at Relationship Counselling Toronto. I’m also a Registered Nurse with nearly a decade of experience working with people living with mental health disorders, addictions, burnout, perinatal and postnatal health conditions. I have supported clients going through loss, bereavement, life transitions and stressors, faith, spiritual and cross-cultural conflict. I am dedicated to helping clients in overcoming emotional challenges, establishing healthier behaviours and ways of thinking so that you can feel more fulfilled with the quality of your life and relationships.
Raymond Lawrence Antao
Registered Psychotherapist, BTH, MSc, THM, PGD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5B
“We are born in relationship, we are wounded in relationship, and we can be healed in relationship.” — Harville Hendrix. Psychotherapy is a professional relationship between a care seeker (client) and caregiver (therapist). The primary focus of this relationship is to serve the client’s interests and well-being. I endeavour to create this healing relationship by providing C.A.R.E. The model involves C- Conversations/Compassion, A- Attunement /Attention, R- Respect, and E – Empathy. My non-anxious presence in therapy helps my care-seekers to entrust themselves to the therapeutic/healing process.
“We are born in relationship, we are wounded in relationship, and we can be healed in relationship.” — Harville Hendrix. Psychotherapy is a professional relationship between a care seeker (client) and caregiver (therapist). The primary focus of this relationship is to serve the client’s interests and well-being. I endeavour to create this healing relationship by providing C.A.R.E. The model involves C- Conversations/Compassion, A- Attunement /Attention, R- Respect, and E – Empathy. My non-anxious presence in therapy helps my care-seekers to entrust themselves to the therapeutic/healing process.
Brad Garrison
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in sex therapy, couples / marriage counselling, and work with LGBTQ+ and transgender communities and have experience offering service to diverse clients from marginalized, BIPOC, poly, and kink communities.
Sex and relationships are often at the core of our lives. The ways in which we connect with others - and with ourselves - can have significant impacts on our health and well-being. Communication barriers, sexual dysfunction, disconnection, infidelity, domestic abuse, trauma, and other kinds of psychosocial concerns are common challenges that lead people to seek therapy with me. Many of my clients are wanting to calm anxiety, develop coping skills, increase sexual satisfaction, reconnect with partners, or heal from trauma and abuse.
I specialize in sex therapy, couples / marriage counselling, and work with LGBTQ+ and transgender communities and have experience offering service to diverse clients from marginalized, BIPOC, poly, and kink communities.
Sex and relationships are often at the core of our lives. The ways in which we connect with others - and with ourselves - can have significant impacts on our health and well-being. Communication barriers, sexual dysfunction, disconnection, infidelity, domestic abuse, trauma, and other kinds of psychosocial concerns are common challenges that lead people to seek therapy with me. Many of my clients are wanting to calm anxiety, develop coping skills, increase sexual satisfaction, reconnect with partners, or heal from trauma and abuse.
Phoenix Counselling Services Canada
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5B
I specialize in supporting adults, seniors, families, and couples living with PTSD, anxiety and depression, substance/alcohol mis-use, first episode psychosis, and in need of ongoing one-on-one counselling, caregiver support and/or group counselling.
If trauma, abuse, and mental illness have left you feeling like you’re lost in the darkness, you’re not alone. It’s perfectly natural that the difficult emotions and loneliness you feel have cast a shadow over your life. But though the darkness may feel crushing, there is hope and light. The truth is your painful past does not mean that you are stuck with an unhappy future, and though your mental health might feel like it has taken charge of your life, it does not define you. As we work together, I’ll help you discover that you are much more than your circumstances, that your life matters, and that you have a powerful purpose.
I specialize in supporting adults, seniors, families, and couples living with PTSD, anxiety and depression, substance/alcohol mis-use, first episode psychosis, and in need of ongoing one-on-one counselling, caregiver support and/or group counselling.
If trauma, abuse, and mental illness have left you feeling like you’re lost in the darkness, you’re not alone. It’s perfectly natural that the difficult emotions and loneliness you feel have cast a shadow over your life. But though the darkness may feel crushing, there is hope and light. The truth is your painful past does not mean that you are stuck with an unhappy future, and though your mental health might feel like it has taken charge of your life, it does not define you. As we work together, I’ll help you discover that you are much more than your circumstances, that your life matters, and that you have a powerful purpose.
Dharshana Jayapathy
Registered Social Worker/Psychotherapist , MSW, BSW, BA, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
I offer individual, family and couples therapy.
As a compassionate therapist using a client-centered approach, I create a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic space for youth, adults, seniors, caregivers, and students to develop the insights, skills, and experiences needed to overcome challenges and make positive changes that last. Using a trauma-informed lens, I work from an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, and strengths-based framework; my treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness approaches.
I offer individual, family and couples therapy.
As a compassionate therapist using a client-centered approach, I create a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic space for youth, adults, seniors, caregivers, and students to develop the insights, skills, and experiences needed to overcome challenges and make positive changes that last. Using a trauma-informed lens, I work from an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, and strengths-based framework; my treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness approaches.
Naveen Tariq
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, ADHD, or have low self-esteem/self-confidence.
Starting your mental health journey requires courage and can feel overwhelming. My therapeutic approach is grounded in compassion, warmth, and non-judgment. I'm here for you, providing support every step of the way. I am dedicated to empowering you with strategies and skills essential for a more fulfilling life. Together, we will explore mind-body techniques to help you rediscover purpose, conquer your fears, and foster authentic connections with yourself and others.
I specialize in working with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, ADHD, or have low self-esteem/self-confidence.
Starting your mental health journey requires courage and can feel overwhelming. My therapeutic approach is grounded in compassion, warmth, and non-judgment. I'm here for you, providing support every step of the way. I am dedicated to empowering you with strategies and skills essential for a more fulfilling life. Together, we will explore mind-body techniques to help you rediscover purpose, conquer your fears, and foster authentic connections with yourself and others.
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Registered Psychotherapist, RP , CCC, ATR
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
I provide tools & strategies to help you manage daily challenges, anxiety and relationship issues.
You work hard to make relationships work, work hard at your job, you try your best to ensure everyone else around you is happy but end up losing yourself amid this. Even though you feel isolated, unheard, unseen you keep going. You want to stand up for yourself but don’t know how to. At times you feel overwhelmed with emotions thus feeling lost, helpless and anxious. You wonder why you connect to people a certain way and wish you could have healthier/sustainable relationships, wish you could cope better in difficult situations/be in charge of the way you express your feelings.
I provide tools & strategies to help you manage daily challenges, anxiety and relationship issues.
You work hard to make relationships work, work hard at your job, you try your best to ensure everyone else around you is happy but end up losing yourself amid this. Even though you feel isolated, unheard, unseen you keep going. You want to stand up for yourself but don’t know how to. At times you feel overwhelmed with emotions thus feeling lost, helpless and anxious. You wonder why you connect to people a certain way and wish you could have healthier/sustainable relationships, wish you could cope better in difficult situations/be in charge of the way you express your feelings.
I’m a dedicated Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with an MA in Counselling Psychology, focused on guiding individuals through life’s challenges with empathy and expertise. My experience in family services, addictions, and domestic violence agencies shapes my compassionate approach. I’ve worked with diverse populations, deepening my understanding of trauma and resilience. My clinical skills and commitment to client well-being make me a supportive partner on the journey toward healing and growth, offering effective interventions across various settings.
I’m a dedicated Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with an MA in Counselling Psychology, focused on guiding individuals through life’s challenges with empathy and expertise. My experience in family services, addictions, and domestic violence agencies shapes my compassionate approach. I’ve worked with diverse populations, deepening my understanding of trauma and resilience. My clinical skills and commitment to client well-being make me a supportive partner on the journey toward healing and growth, offering effective interventions across various settings.
Alex St John
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CSAT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5B
Waitlist for new clients
By integrating techniques like Narrative Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, EMDR, CBT, DBT, EFT, Trauma-Focused CBT, Gottman Couples Counseling, and my expertise as a CSAT-S, I offer a tailored therapy experience to support your healing and growth journey.
Taking the first step or resuming therapy is a significant and sometimes challenging decision. I truly admire your courage in seeking support. Every individual brings a unique tapestry of experiences and perspectives to therapy. Together, we can unravel the patterns and thoughts that keep you feeling stuck or distressed, and work towards transforming them into opportunities for growth and hope. My approach is centered around you, focusing on building a deep connection. By creating a space where you feel validated and safe, we can explore your difficulties and develop crucial skills that pave the way for meaningful change.
By integrating techniques like Narrative Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, EMDR, CBT, DBT, EFT, Trauma-Focused CBT, Gottman Couples Counseling, and my expertise as a CSAT-S, I offer a tailored therapy experience to support your healing and growth journey.
Taking the first step or resuming therapy is a significant and sometimes challenging decision. I truly admire your courage in seeking support. Every individual brings a unique tapestry of experiences and perspectives to therapy. Together, we can unravel the patterns and thoughts that keep you feeling stuck or distressed, and work towards transforming them into opportunities for growth and hope. My approach is centered around you, focusing on building a deep connection. By creating a space where you feel validated and safe, we can explore your difficulties and develop crucial skills that pave the way for meaningful change.
Joshua Cross
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Josh, and I am a resident therapist with Alli Therapy. I am here to support you through many different issues such as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Anxiety, LGBTQ issues, Phobias, Health Anxiety, Attention Deficit Disorders (ADD / ADHD), Depression, Grief, and issues related to Gender, Identity, and Sexuality among others. I am also now offering couples therapy using the Gottman Method.
Welcome! My name is Josh, and I am a resident therapist with Alli Therapy. I am here to support you through many different issues such as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Anxiety, LGBTQ issues, Phobias, Health Anxiety, Attention Deficit Disorders (ADD / ADHD), Depression, Grief, and issues related to Gender, Identity, and Sexuality among others. I am also now offering couples therapy using the Gottman Method.
Sabrina Gaik
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
I support clients in the areas of individual therapy, relationship counselling, interpersonal issues, break-up, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, burnout, and workplace stress.
My name is Sabrina Gaik and I am currently a student intern at Relationship Counselling Toronto, completing my MA in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. I help individuals and couples build deeper emotional connections, trust and communication. I understand how isolating it can feel to lack meaningful connection and how hopeless it can feel to be stuck in negative relationships. My goal is to help you feel more connected to the significant people in your life and the aspects of yourself that you push away. Together we can strengthen your resiliency to face life's challenges.
I support clients in the areas of individual therapy, relationship counselling, interpersonal issues, break-up, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, burnout, and workplace stress.
My name is Sabrina Gaik and I am currently a student intern at Relationship Counselling Toronto, completing my MA in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. I help individuals and couples build deeper emotional connections, trust and communication. I understand how isolating it can feel to lack meaningful connection and how hopeless it can feel to be stuck in negative relationships. My goal is to help you feel more connected to the significant people in your life and the aspects of yourself that you push away. Together we can strengthen your resiliency to face life's challenges.
Alli Therapy - Lauren Rooyakkers
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
Stepping into my sessions with years of experience, I use many different frameworks of therapy like Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Acceptance Commitment therapy, Developmental Model for Couples Counselling as well as other therapies.
Starting the journey into therapy isn't always the easiest and I understand how hard it can be to reach out for help. I've also seen firsthand how rewarding therapy can be for an individual! My passion is to praise you for connecting with those around you and be the accepting voice when you are facing challenges or feeling like you are not at your best. I want to help support you so you can move forward when situations are not comfortable.
Stepping into my sessions with years of experience, I use many different frameworks of therapy like Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Acceptance Commitment therapy, Developmental Model for Couples Counselling as well as other therapies.
Starting the journey into therapy isn't always the easiest and I understand how hard it can be to reach out for help. I've also seen firsthand how rewarding therapy can be for an individual! My passion is to praise you for connecting with those around you and be the accepting voice when you are facing challenges or feeling like you are not at your best. I want to help support you so you can move forward when situations are not comfortable.
Guiding your journey to better mental health, Layla Care offers personalized therapy for individuals, couples, families, psychological assessments, DBT group therapy, and specialized programs for disability. Intake is usually within 1-2 days and therapy sessions can start in less than two weeks, on average. Sessions are insurance-covered. We want you and your therapist to develop a bond. In addition to matching your therapeutic needs to the specialization of the therapist, we also take into account your specific needs around language, culture, life experiences and therapy style.
Guiding your journey to better mental health, Layla Care offers personalized therapy for individuals, couples, families, psychological assessments, DBT group therapy, and specialized programs for disability. Intake is usually within 1-2 days and therapy sessions can start in less than two weeks, on average. Sessions are insurance-covered. We want you and your therapist to develop a bond. In addition to matching your therapeutic needs to the specialization of the therapist, we also take into account your specific needs around language, culture, life experiences and therapy style.
Jessie MacAlpine Shearer
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
Having a hard time because of big life changes? Feeling unsure if you can handle everything and feeling burnt out? Feeling like your relationships with others could be better? Not happy in your career path or parenting skills? Do you feel unsupported by your romantic partner? Like they're not giving enough? I can help you understand and change the way you attach to others, shift your automatic responses, and discover what's stopping you from moving forward.
Having a hard time because of big life changes? Feeling unsure if you can handle everything and feeling burnt out? Feeling like your relationships with others could be better? Not happy in your career path or parenting skills? Do you feel unsupported by your romantic partner? Like they're not giving enough? I can help you understand and change the way you attach to others, shift your automatic responses, and discover what's stopping you from moving forward.
Anxiety | Attachment | Distress - Emily Techner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
Welcome to a space where growth begins! I appreciate that seeking therapy can be an overwhelming task, and I commend you for taking the first one by being here right now! My name is Emily, and if you are struggling with a heightened sensitivity, anxiety, low self-esteem, or relationship and attachment issues, my aim is to help you understand the complexities of your emotional well-being. As someone who has walked the path of anxiety and emotional intensity myself, I bring a unique personal insight to my practice that allows for authenticity in our sessions and a genuine connection where vulnerability is met with understanding.
Welcome to a space where growth begins! I appreciate that seeking therapy can be an overwhelming task, and I commend you for taking the first one by being here right now! My name is Emily, and if you are struggling with a heightened sensitivity, anxiety, low self-esteem, or relationship and attachment issues, my aim is to help you understand the complexities of your emotional well-being. As someone who has walked the path of anxiety and emotional intensity myself, I bring a unique personal insight to my practice that allows for authenticity in our sessions and a genuine connection where vulnerability is met with understanding.
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Couples Counselling
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.