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Vaughan Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4L
Vaughan Psychotherapist provides psychotherapy services to Individuals, Couples and Families in York Region including Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Kleinburg, Woodbridge, Concord, Maple, Thornhill, and Toronto.
Accepting New Clients! Welcome to our page! Whether you stumbled this page because of a recent break-up, divorce, an addiction you want to break, marriage problems or just looking to find ways to cope with your stress, you found the right place. We specialize in CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Inner Child Work and other modalities to assist you. We can provide you with tools to help you cope but can also assist you in finding and healing the core issue.
Vaughan Psychotherapist provides psychotherapy services to Individuals, Couples and Families in York Region including Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Kleinburg, Woodbridge, Concord, Maple, Thornhill, and Toronto.
Accepting New Clients! Welcome to our page! Whether you stumbled this page because of a recent break-up, divorce, an addiction you want to break, marriage problems or just looking to find ways to cope with your stress, you found the right place. We specialize in CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Inner Child Work and other modalities to assist you. We can provide you with tools to help you cope but can also assist you in finding and healing the core issue.
(365) 800-5972 View (365) 800-5972
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Karen Trainoff
Registered Social Service Worker, MSc, MAPP, RSSW, RD
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4J  (Online Only)
I have a Master’s of Science in Applied Positive Psychology and I specialize in life-related difficulties, including illness diagnosis, living with chronic illness/pain, caregiver fatigue, bereavement, job loss, divorce, life transition and relationship conflict.
Are you looking to embrace a brighter future filled with meaning and purpose? Have you experienced grief, loss or challenging life tranitions that are holding you back? Life’s challenges can leave us feeling overwhelmed and stuck both mentally and physically, shaking our confidence and leaving us feeling numb making it hard to make decisions and move forward. My practice is trauma-informed and hope-centered. Together, we’ll address negative patterns, difficult experiences and create a practical plan that will help you achieve realistic, sustainable and positive change. A brighter path is possible.
I have a Master’s of Science in Applied Positive Psychology and I specialize in life-related difficulties, including illness diagnosis, living with chronic illness/pain, caregiver fatigue, bereavement, job loss, divorce, life transition and relationship conflict.
Are you looking to embrace a brighter future filled with meaning and purpose? Have you experienced grief, loss or challenging life tranitions that are holding you back? Life’s challenges can leave us feeling overwhelmed and stuck both mentally and physically, shaking our confidence and leaving us feeling numb making it hard to make decisions and move forward. My practice is trauma-informed and hope-centered. Together, we’ll address negative patterns, difficult experiences and create a practical plan that will help you achieve realistic, sustainable and positive change. A brighter path is possible.
(365) 655-5687 View (365) 655-5687
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Linda Thai
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP, CCC, RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4K  (Online Only)
I would like to support you with your life challenges, stressors, depression and anxiety. I want to help you reach your goals effectively through warm and empathic interaction. I can provide a warm space if you are looking for a caring and empathic therapist. As an affirmative therapist, I also work with BIPOC and LGBTQ populations, with extensive training in couples work. I facilitate non-judgementally and can walk us through collaborative and effective approaches. I have extensive experience working with ADHD, Autism and Neurodiversity and specialize in Brainspotting Trauma therapy. I want to understand your lived experiences.
I would like to support you with your life challenges, stressors, depression and anxiety. I want to help you reach your goals effectively through warm and empathic interaction. I can provide a warm space if you are looking for a caring and empathic therapist. As an affirmative therapist, I also work with BIPOC and LGBTQ populations, with extensive training in couples work. I facilitate non-judgementally and can walk us through collaborative and effective approaches. I have extensive experience working with ADHD, Autism and Neurodiversity and specialize in Brainspotting Trauma therapy. I want to understand your lived experiences.
(289) 210-6037 View (289) 210-6037
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Tarane Shafiepour
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4L
I view therapy as a safe space for you to express yourself completely, without fear of judgement, in the pursuit of fostering a compassionate relationship with yourself and those around you.
Currently Accepting New Clients! My purpose is to support people in releasing old traumas, fears, energetic blocks and limiting thought patterns that keep them from living a liberated and fulfilled life. Generally, we have been conditioned to think and behave a certain way throughout our lifetimes. As some of these patterns may be unhelpful, it is my priority to help you recognize them and restructure them.
I view therapy as a safe space for you to express yourself completely, without fear of judgement, in the pursuit of fostering a compassionate relationship with yourself and those around you.
Currently Accepting New Clients! My purpose is to support people in releasing old traumas, fears, energetic blocks and limiting thought patterns that keep them from living a liberated and fulfilled life. Generally, we have been conditioned to think and behave a certain way throughout our lifetimes. As some of these patterns may be unhelpful, it is my priority to help you recognize them and restructure them.
(289) 807-2826 View (289) 807-2826
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Debra Barran
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4K
My strengths are: working with the mind-body connection to address anxiety, depression and self-image in individual therapy; as well as, working with negative communication cycles to promote change in couples therapy.
****NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS IN VAUGHAN/MISSISSAUGA AND PHONE/VIDEO**** "I am not what has happened to me; I am what I choose to become" -Carl Jung. If you are stuck in the “I wish things had been different” mode,” and feel like there is little hope for change in your life; therapy provides an avenue to be heard, to grieve, to discover acceptance, and create a new future right now, as we work together to formulate small but consistent steps in the present. I believe that each person is unique and brings individualized strengths and skills to forge new paths in their lives and in their relationships. Together, we can reach your goals.
My strengths are: working with the mind-body connection to address anxiety, depression and self-image in individual therapy; as well as, working with negative communication cycles to promote change in couples therapy.
****NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS IN VAUGHAN/MISSISSAUGA AND PHONE/VIDEO**** "I am not what has happened to me; I am what I choose to become" -Carl Jung. If you are stuck in the “I wish things had been different” mode,” and feel like there is little hope for change in your life; therapy provides an avenue to be heard, to grieve, to discover acceptance, and create a new future right now, as we work together to formulate small but consistent steps in the present. I believe that each person is unique and brings individualized strengths and skills to forge new paths in their lives and in their relationships. Together, we can reach your goals.
(289) 512-2469 View (289) 512-2469
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Fatemeh Bahrami
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, CCCP, RP
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4J
I have spent over 25 years studying the mind, looking for real solutions to mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental, confidential environment to discuss your issues. As a registered psychotherapist and counsellor, I am mindful of early life experiences, family dynamics and parental relationships and recognize that these may be integral to your narrative. As an integrative psychotherapist, I use a variety of approaches and modalities. These can be discussed with you during the early stages of the counselling process or become a more organic experience as we begin working together.
I have spent over 25 years studying the mind, looking for real solutions to mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental, confidential environment to discuss your issues. As a registered psychotherapist and counsellor, I am mindful of early life experiences, family dynamics and parental relationships and recognize that these may be integral to your narrative. As an integrative psychotherapist, I use a variety of approaches and modalities. These can be discussed with you during the early stages of the counselling process or become a more organic experience as we begin working together.
(365) 658-1842 View (365) 658-1842
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Building Bridges Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4K
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
(289) 207-6240 View (289) 207-6240
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Nada Elfeki
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, MSc
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L6A
My clients face a wide range of issues including: Depression, anxiety, chronic pain, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), life transitions, career transitions, relationship challenges and parenting issues. When I first start working with clients, we develop a list of goals that they would like to work towards so that our work is focused and directed. Some examples of goals my clients have worked towards and achieved include: acquiring tools to feel more in control of their depression and/or anxiety, becoming more assertive with others, improving their relationships and feeling more fulfilled with their career.
My clients face a wide range of issues including: Depression, anxiety, chronic pain, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), life transitions, career transitions, relationship challenges and parenting issues. When I first start working with clients, we develop a list of goals that they would like to work towards so that our work is focused and directed. Some examples of goals my clients have worked towards and achieved include: acquiring tools to feel more in control of their depression and/or anxiety, becoming more assertive with others, improving their relationships and feeling more fulfilled with their career.
(289) 277-6833 View (289) 277-6833
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Desiree Brown
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4K
To learn more about my offerings to individuals, couples and families, please visit my webpage.
I share a common human experience with my clients and appreciate our journeys. Maybe you're considering therapy to connect with someone non-judgmental and outside your personal support system; you're feeling uneasy or worrying about life; you're withdrawing from others and no longer find joy and pleasure; substance use or a habitual behaviour is getting in the way of meaningful relationships and meeting life’s challenges; or you experienced a major event in your life and you're feeling overwhelmed. We will endeavour to understand these challenges and I will support you in taking steps that would benefit you.
To learn more about my offerings to individuals, couples and families, please visit my webpage.
I share a common human experience with my clients and appreciate our journeys. Maybe you're considering therapy to connect with someone non-judgmental and outside your personal support system; you're feeling uneasy or worrying about life; you're withdrawing from others and no longer find joy and pleasure; substance use or a habitual behaviour is getting in the way of meaningful relationships and meeting life’s challenges; or you experienced a major event in your life and you're feeling overwhelmed. We will endeavour to understand these challenges and I will support you in taking steps that would benefit you.
(289) 276-8871 View (289) 276-8871
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Life Solutions Counselling & Coaching Services
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4L
For many years I have supported adults, adolescents, children deal with stress and anxiety, interpersonal difficulty, depression, relationship issues and self confidence. I provide a confidential, compassionate, and mature therapeutic environment to help you explore your thoughts and emotions and help you to develop new tools for empowerment. A free 10 minute telephone consultation is welcomed. Please visit www.letstalkwithcamilla.com for more information.
For many years I have supported adults, adolescents, children deal with stress and anxiety, interpersonal difficulty, depression, relationship issues and self confidence. I provide a confidential, compassionate, and mature therapeutic environment to help you explore your thoughts and emotions and help you to develop new tools for empowerment. A free 10 minute telephone consultation is welcomed. Please visit www.letstalkwithcamilla.com for more information.
(289) 301-0875 View (289) 301-0875
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Anastasiia Puzyrina
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4K
I have a Master's Degree in Psychology and am a professional counselor with more than 15 years of experience starting in Ukraine. I provide counseling services to couples and adolescents with relationship issues, such as conflicts, difficulties building and maintaining relationships, parenting, and marital and premarital fields.
I have a Master's Degree in Psychology and am a professional counselor with more than 15 years of experience starting in Ukraine. I provide counseling services to couples and adolescents with relationship issues, such as conflicts, difficulties building and maintaining relationships, parenting, and marital and premarital fields.
(647) 724-2082 View (647) 724-2082
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Mary Ventrella
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, MA, CYCP, RP
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4L
Building safe relationship, healing attachments and trauma we can develop self awareness, create adaptive thinking, embrace our emotions and walk in the direction of your goals and passions.
Doctoral degree in Counselling Studies and Certified Child and Youth Counsellor. Support working with children, marriages & families from all stages. I have been in practice for over 33 years. The focus includes: building safety, healthy attachment and attunement, healing from trauma by using NUROFEEDBACK, EMDR and BRAINSPOTTING, decreasing anxiety, depression and OCD, family and marital issues and building self-confidence, emotional regulation, living mindfully with purpose, spirituality, supporting goals and aspirations, living in relational harmony and investing in fulfilling relationships and life goals.
Building safe relationship, healing attachments and trauma we can develop self awareness, create adaptive thinking, embrace our emotions and walk in the direction of your goals and passions.
Doctoral degree in Counselling Studies and Certified Child and Youth Counsellor. Support working with children, marriages & families from all stages. I have been in practice for over 33 years. The focus includes: building safety, healthy attachment and attunement, healing from trauma by using NUROFEEDBACK, EMDR and BRAINSPOTTING, decreasing anxiety, depression and OCD, family and marital issues and building self-confidence, emotional regulation, living mindfully with purpose, spirituality, supporting goals and aspirations, living in relational harmony and investing in fulfilling relationships and life goals.
(647) 492-4016 View (647) 492-4016
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The Dot Canada
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L6A  (Online Only)
The mental health professionals at The Dot are trained in many different approaches to therapy that can help with issues related to trauma, grief, relationship issues (yes we do couples counselling) depression, anxiety and more.
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
The mental health professionals at The Dot are trained in many different approaches to therapy that can help with issues related to trauma, grief, relationship issues (yes we do couples counselling) depression, anxiety and more.
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
(289) 204-2212 View (289) 204-2212
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Luminare Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4H  (Online Only)
Do you lie awake at night because you are feeling overwhelmed and anxious about the obstacles life has thrown at you? Feel detached and confused about a relationship that you feel “stuck” in? Depressed and having difficulty adjusting to a new illness involving you or your loved one? Unresolved anger creating trouble in your relationships and workplace? Or are you at the end of your rope because you are deeply concerned about your child’s behavior? To best suit your individual needs, I offer a variety of evidenced based approaches in a safe space where you can feel free to be 100% of yourself without worrying about being judged.
Do you lie awake at night because you are feeling overwhelmed and anxious about the obstacles life has thrown at you? Feel detached and confused about a relationship that you feel “stuck” in? Depressed and having difficulty adjusting to a new illness involving you or your loved one? Unresolved anger creating trouble in your relationships and workplace? Or are you at the end of your rope because you are deeply concerned about your child’s behavior? To best suit your individual needs, I offer a variety of evidenced based approaches in a safe space where you can feel free to be 100% of yourself without worrying about being judged.
(647) 371-1300 View (647) 371-1300
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Mandy Levitt
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4J
I work with both individuals and couples who are struggling with emotional difficulties and relationships.
My approach to therapy is empowering, compassionate, and focuses on assisting clients to gain insight in order to enhance their understanding of themselves and their situations. Together we explore possible ways to manage and relieve distress and suffering, and achieve lasting and meaningful change. Within the context of unconditional acceptance and non-judgement, this means clients can develop more adaptive ways of coping, relating to others, develop deeper connections, and be responsible and in control of themselves and their emotions.
I work with both individuals and couples who are struggling with emotional difficulties and relationships.
My approach to therapy is empowering, compassionate, and focuses on assisting clients to gain insight in order to enhance their understanding of themselves and their situations. Together we explore possible ways to manage and relieve distress and suffering, and achieve lasting and meaningful change. Within the context of unconditional acceptance and non-judgement, this means clients can develop more adaptive ways of coping, relating to others, develop deeper connections, and be responsible and in control of themselves and their emotions.
(289) 206-9113 View (289) 206-9113
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Maria Yaglovski
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC, MA
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L6A  (Online Only)
This could include developing an insightful understanding of external & past influences, improved communication & relationship skills, or becoming attuned to mind-body relationship.
Life has a way of presenting challenges and difficulties that can stop even the strongest in their paths. Increased stress, sudden changes, anxiety, unresolved trauma...each can trigger unpleasant and negative emotions that hold us back at the least and damage our health and relationships at their worst. If your emotional or mental well-being, your relationships with others or with yourself, or your ability to problem solve is out of balance – whatever the issue or stumbling block, a safe therapeutic relationship can help you return to, or develop a greater sense of ease and well-being.
This could include developing an insightful understanding of external & past influences, improved communication & relationship skills, or becoming attuned to mind-body relationship.
Life has a way of presenting challenges and difficulties that can stop even the strongest in their paths. Increased stress, sudden changes, anxiety, unresolved trauma...each can trigger unpleasant and negative emotions that hold us back at the least and damage our health and relationships at their worst. If your emotional or mental well-being, your relationships with others or with yourself, or your ability to problem solve is out of balance – whatever the issue or stumbling block, a safe therapeutic relationship can help you return to, or develop a greater sense of ease and well-being.
(450) 485-6919 View (450) 485-6919
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Frances D'Amato
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BA
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4L  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I offer services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families for a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, sexual abuse, poor body image, eating disorders, addictions, low self-esteem, loss and grief and other mental health concerns. I believe that each person is a unique individual with their own personality, thoughts, feelings, and experiences. In therapy, I view you as the expert of your life.
Hello and welcome! I offer services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families for a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, sexual abuse, poor body image, eating disorders, addictions, low self-esteem, loss and grief and other mental health concerns. I believe that each person is a unique individual with their own personality, thoughts, feelings, and experiences. In therapy, I view you as the expert of your life.
(905) 936-4747 View (905) 936-4747
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Ramona Saeedi
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L6A
**Now Accepting New Clients** Throughout life there are many factors that influence and shape the unique person we become. As a therapist, I believe in the power of self-awareness and self acceptance and I seek to assist you in the process of self-exploration and self-growth. I work from a multicultural, nonjudgmental, compassionate, and anti-oppressive lens in order to understand your needs from the context of your environment, personal relationships and upbringing. I value the importance of trust and empathy in a therapeutic relationship as I strive to create a safe space to share and discuss concerns.
**Now Accepting New Clients** Throughout life there are many factors that influence and shape the unique person we become. As a therapist, I believe in the power of self-awareness and self acceptance and I seek to assist you in the process of self-exploration and self-growth. I work from a multicultural, nonjudgmental, compassionate, and anti-oppressive lens in order to understand your needs from the context of your environment, personal relationships and upbringing. I value the importance of trust and empathy in a therapeutic relationship as I strive to create a safe space to share and discuss concerns.
(647) 797-9766 View (647) 797-9766
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David I Ross
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSEd, RSW, OCT, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4K
Ross has extensive experience working with couples, individuals, adult adjustments, cancer issues, bereavement, post-trauma and accident victims.
David I. Ross, BSW, MSEd., RSW, OCT, RP, is a clinical Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist and regulated healthcare professional licensed to practice by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) (Registration # 817027) as well as a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW). Since the inception of his career in Social Work in 1997, he has obtained experience in a variety of community and clinical settings working with a wide range of cultures and ethnicities. Fees are largely reimbursed by most Extended Health Insurance plans. Please check with your specific plan.
Ross has extensive experience working with couples, individuals, adult adjustments, cancer issues, bereavement, post-trauma and accident victims.
David I. Ross, BSW, MSEd., RSW, OCT, RP, is a clinical Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist and regulated healthcare professional licensed to practice by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) (Registration # 817027) as well as a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW). Since the inception of his career in Social Work in 1997, he has obtained experience in a variety of community and clinical settings working with a wide range of cultures and ethnicities. Fees are largely reimbursed by most Extended Health Insurance plans. Please check with your specific plan.
(289) 302-7472 View (289) 302-7472
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Talk to Heal Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L6A
At Talk to Heal Counselling Services, we offer our services to individuals, couples, and families.
Is anxiety getting in the way of living? Do you often wonder if your personal life should be better? Are you living in your past - unable to move forward? Do you find yourself disconnected from yourself or your partner? Do you feel safe in your family? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and unsure about how they are supposed to manage different and all demanding aspects of their day-to-day life including, their time, careers, and their families. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself might look like an easy solution at first, but long term it can create mental and physical challenges.
At Talk to Heal Counselling Services, we offer our services to individuals, couples, and families.
Is anxiety getting in the way of living? Do you often wonder if your personal life should be better? Are you living in your past - unable to move forward? Do you find yourself disconnected from yourself or your partner? Do you feel safe in your family? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and unsure about how they are supposed to manage different and all demanding aspects of their day-to-day life including, their time, careers, and their families. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself might look like an easy solution at first, but long term it can create mental and physical challenges.
(416) 831-2363 View (416) 831-2363

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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.