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Paula Scarangella
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbridge, ON L4L
I strive to create a compassionate environment for individuals & couples to reach their full potential & live out a fulfilling life.
No concern or thought is too small or large to be explored in therapy. I understand that life can bring us suffering, pain, loss, and other experiences that we oftentimes struggle to manage. My goal is to provide a safe space to explore & process your thoughts, emotions, & life situations, no matter how big or small. I understand that each individual's story is unique, & I allow for discovery to occur in a fully confidential, non-judgemental space.
I strive to create a compassionate environment for individuals & couples to reach their full potential & live out a fulfilling life.
No concern or thought is too small or large to be explored in therapy. I understand that life can bring us suffering, pain, loss, and other experiences that we oftentimes struggle to manage. My goal is to provide a safe space to explore & process your thoughts, emotions, & life situations, no matter how big or small. I understand that each individual's story is unique, & I allow for discovery to occur in a fully confidential, non-judgemental space.
(289) 210-4842 View (289) 210-4842
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Hyunbin Hwang
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4L
Hyunbin works with Individuals, couples, children, families, and is fluent in both English and Korean.
Hyunbin has a passion for listening to others and loves to build a relationship with them. He cares about walking with the clients through their journey with a caring heart. Hyunbin was born in South Korea and moved to Canada when he was 13, which gives him the strength in understanding different cultures. His mission work experience in Haiti for 1.5 years also adds to his understanding and knowledge to work with clients from different cultures as well. He is also able to put some of the religious care into the session upon a request as he has been served as the pastor for past 10 years and still is a pastor.
Hyunbin works with Individuals, couples, children, families, and is fluent in both English and Korean.
Hyunbin has a passion for listening to others and loves to build a relationship with them. He cares about walking with the clients through their journey with a caring heart. Hyunbin was born in South Korea and moved to Canada when he was 13, which gives him the strength in understanding different cultures. His mission work experience in Haiti for 1.5 years also adds to his understanding and knowledge to work with clients from different cultures as well. He is also able to put some of the religious care into the session upon a request as he has been served as the pastor for past 10 years and still is a pastor.
(289) 402-5032 View (289) 402-5032
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STAR Holistic Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4L
At STAR, we recognize that the client-therapist relationship is the foundation to support positive change and growth.
Accepting new clients!
At STAR, we recognize that the client-therapist relationship is the foundation to support positive change and growth.
Accepting new clients!
(289) 272-8786 View (289) 272-8786
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Martin Luciani
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4L
Martin also work with couples through the Gottman method.
Martin is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and a graduate of the M.Ed. Counselling Psychology program at the University of Toronto. With more than six years of experience supporting teens, adults and families in clinical and community environments, Martin is known for his approachability, kindness, and gentle humour. Martin takes the time to listen to you and help you feel understood. His most important goal during therapy is to help you feel connected, safe, and validated throughout the process.
Martin also work with couples through the Gottman method.
Martin is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and a graduate of the M.Ed. Counselling Psychology program at the University of Toronto. With more than six years of experience supporting teens, adults and families in clinical and community environments, Martin is known for his approachability, kindness, and gentle humour. Martin takes the time to listen to you and help you feel understood. His most important goal during therapy is to help you feel connected, safe, and validated throughout the process.
(289) 804-8176 View (289) 804-8176
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Neera Madhok
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, ON L4L
Are you experiencing changes in your life? Are you feeling stuck? Has there been a divorce, change in stages of life or health or someone has passed on. This is where my strong skill set from 11yrs of experience of being a helping professional can help people sort through the emotional upheaval associated with major life challenges or disappointments such as relationship break down, chronic illness, retirement, relocation and bereavement. I also help people with family of origin issues impacting their current life.
Are you experiencing changes in your life? Are you feeling stuck? Has there been a divorce, change in stages of life or health or someone has passed on. This is where my strong skill set from 11yrs of experience of being a helping professional can help people sort through the emotional upheaval associated with major life challenges or disappointments such as relationship break down, chronic illness, retirement, relocation and bereavement. I also help people with family of origin issues impacting their current life.
(289) 845-3300 x3 View (289) 845-3300 x3
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Narcissistic Abuse - Trauma - Anxiety with Lyna
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4L  (Online Only)
Whether it’s a partner or parent, my job is to help you build back your life.
You’re not crazy for wanting to make sense of it. You’ve watched the videos, “how do I know if I’m in a relationship with a narcissist?” and you’re feeling isolated, embarrassed, confused. They’re talking about your actual life, but you don’t think you’re strong enough to leave. You’ve rationalized, communicated, begged. Maybe they’ll change, but they’re not the problem. You’re the one that needs to change. They say this, so it must be true, right? I need you to know that you’re not stupid or weak for staying. I was once in an abusive relationship with a narcissist, entangled in the chaos, and I doubted my strength to leave.
Whether it’s a partner or parent, my job is to help you build back your life.
You’re not crazy for wanting to make sense of it. You’ve watched the videos, “how do I know if I’m in a relationship with a narcissist?” and you’re feeling isolated, embarrassed, confused. They’re talking about your actual life, but you don’t think you’re strong enough to leave. You’ve rationalized, communicated, begged. Maybe they’ll change, but they’re not the problem. You’re the one that needs to change. They say this, so it must be true, right? I need you to know that you’re not stupid or weak for staying. I was once in an abusive relationship with a narcissist, entangled in the chaos, and I doubted my strength to leave.
(289) 236-1209 View (289) 236-1209
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Nilou Nikou
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP2
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, ON L4L
Our team of experienced therapists utilizes evidence-based practices to help clients navigate a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
At our psychotherapy practice, our mission is to provide compassionate and effective therapy to individuals, couples, and families in a safe and supportive environment. Our goal is to help our clients overcome challenges, heal emotional wounds, and achieve their full potential.
Our team of experienced therapists utilizes evidence-based practices to help clients navigate a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
At our psychotherapy practice, our mission is to provide compassionate and effective therapy to individuals, couples, and families in a safe and supportive environment. Our goal is to help our clients overcome challenges, heal emotional wounds, and achieve their full potential.
(647) 249-7847 View (647) 249-7847
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Amanda Bacchus
Registered Social Worker, RSW, RP, RMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbridge, ON L4L
Every relationship is unique, so I tailor each session to meet your specific therapeutic goals and needs.
You may have heard that relationships are hard work, but you really don’t know how hard it can be until you are in one. Many couples feel stuck in a cycle of repeating the same arguments and believe they have tried everything within their power to get their partner to understand them. This struggle is very real and normal among couples-you are not alone! You may be struggling with connection with your partner due to things like feelings of hurt, betrayal, or resentment from past issues. With the right support, many couples can move past these feelings and create a stronger bond with each other.
Every relationship is unique, so I tailor each session to meet your specific therapeutic goals and needs.
You may have heard that relationships are hard work, but you really don’t know how hard it can be until you are in one. Many couples feel stuck in a cycle of repeating the same arguments and believe they have tried everything within their power to get their partner to understand them. This struggle is very real and normal among couples-you are not alone! You may be struggling with connection with your partner due to things like feelings of hurt, betrayal, or resentment from past issues. With the right support, many couples can move past these feelings and create a stronger bond with each other.
(289) 273-7996 View (289) 273-7996
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Nalini Elisa Ramlal
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbridge, ON L4L  (Online Only)
, sizeism, ageism), personal and professional relationship issues, and major life transitions.
Life’s journey offers many things to be grateful for. However, we all face challenges throughout our lifetime that has the ability to affect our mental health. Having the right supports can help us navigate these challenges. I hold an open, non-judgmental space to help you heal. Therapy goals differ from person to person. My treatment approach is therefore tailored to you, working collaboratively with you to help you reach your therapeutic goals. As your therapist, I hope to help you gain insight and self-awareness, leading you to live your most beautiful, authentic life.
, sizeism, ageism), personal and professional relationship issues, and major life transitions.
Life’s journey offers many things to be grateful for. However, we all face challenges throughout our lifetime that has the ability to affect our mental health. Having the right supports can help us navigate these challenges. I hold an open, non-judgmental space to help you heal. Therapy goals differ from person to person. My treatment approach is therefore tailored to you, working collaboratively with you to help you reach your therapeutic goals. As your therapist, I hope to help you gain insight and self-awareness, leading you to live your most beautiful, authentic life.
(289) 312-2086 View (289) 312-2086
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Jace Armstrong
Registered Social Worker, SSW, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4L
I empathize deeply with those facing relationship breakdown and concerns with anxiety, acknowledging their complexities without judgment.
If you or someone you know is grappling with various challenges related to stress, mental health, or issues within your relationship, I hope this page offers you guidance and is the 'right' fit to meet your needs. Regardless of your background or struggle, I am here to provide you with a safe and empathetic space where there is understanding, respect and support in navigating your concerns.
I empathize deeply with those facing relationship breakdown and concerns with anxiety, acknowledging their complexities without judgment.
If you or someone you know is grappling with various challenges related to stress, mental health, or issues within your relationship, I hope this page offers you guidance and is the 'right' fit to meet your needs. Regardless of your background or struggle, I am here to provide you with a safe and empathetic space where there is understanding, respect and support in navigating your concerns.
(289) 903-0991 View (289) 903-0991
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Frances D'Amato
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BA
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, 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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Melissa Tolman
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4L  (Online Only)
Whether you are seeking Individual, Couples, or Family support, my efforts.
Its time to feel Empowered to Overcome Life's Challenges... If you are experiencing the hardships of life, exhaustive efforts to manage day to day stressors, difficulties in your relationships, or wanting to become more self-aware, now is your time to overcome these challenges, and create positive lasting change. My focus is to provide compassionate, effective psychotherapy that will empower individuals to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. With a commitment to holistic approaches to mental health, I offer a range of clinical approaches and draw upon extensive experience to help you achieve lasting positive change.
Whether you are seeking Individual, Couples, or Family support, my efforts.
Its time to feel Empowered to Overcome Life's Challenges... If you are experiencing the hardships of life, exhaustive efforts to manage day to day stressors, difficulties in your relationships, or wanting to become more self-aware, now is your time to overcome these challenges, and create positive lasting change. My focus is to provide compassionate, effective psychotherapy that will empower individuals to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. With a commitment to holistic approaches to mental health, I offer a range of clinical approaches and draw upon extensive experience to help you achieve lasting positive change.
(289) 216-4504 View (289) 216-4504
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Randy Campbell
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, ON L4L  (Online Only)
Life is difficult enough, but relationships that aren't "working" can cause even greater difficulties, such as feeling helpless, hopeless and trapped. Relationships can be difficult if you don't know the rules! As a psychotherapist with over 25 yrs experience walking with individuals, couples, and families through the turbulent times in life. I have been able to help many relationships to heal and be healthier. Sometimes all a person needs is a different way of seeing what is before them, which allows them to deal with an issue that once blocked them from the relationships they desired.
Life is difficult enough, but relationships that aren't "working" can cause even greater difficulties, such as feeling helpless, hopeless and trapped. Relationships can be difficult if you don't know the rules! As a psychotherapist with over 25 yrs experience walking with individuals, couples, and families through the turbulent times in life. I have been able to help many relationships to heal and be healthier. Sometimes all a person needs is a different way of seeing what is before them, which allows them to deal with an issue that once blocked them from the relationships they desired.
(705) 790-1552 View (705) 790-1552
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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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Tina Emadi
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, PR (Q), MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4L
With a deep commitment to fostering mental well-being, I am a skilled registered (Q) psychotherapist specializing in evidence-based therapies designed to empower and transform individuals. I believe in a collaborative and compassionate therapeutic process, tailored to meet each client’s unique needs and goals. I integrate several diverse therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, EFT, and narrative therapy to respond to my clients' needs. By drawing from these evidence-based modalities, I offer a holistic comprehensive approach that is both adaptive and client-centered. My main approach in couples therapy is the Gottman method.
With a deep commitment to fostering mental well-being, I am a skilled registered (Q) psychotherapist specializing in evidence-based therapies designed to empower and transform individuals. I believe in a collaborative and compassionate therapeutic process, tailored to meet each client’s unique needs and goals. I integrate several diverse therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, EFT, and narrative therapy to respond to my clients' needs. By drawing from these evidence-based modalities, I offer a holistic comprehensive approach that is both adaptive and client-centered. My main approach in couples therapy is the Gottman method.
(289) 271-0915 View (289) 271-0915
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Shahnaz Jafarzadeh
Registered Social Worker, MEd, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4L
I am a Registered Social Worker with extensive training and experience working with sexual abuse survivors, intimate partner violence survivors, and first responders. I work with teens (16+), adults and couples and am trained in a variety of therapeutic treatment modalities. I am skilled in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), anxiety, panic attack, depression, anger management, parenting, relationship Issue and family issue. I have extensive work experience working with clients struggling with codependency, self-esteem, self-confidence, emotional dis-regulation , behavioural issues and family conflict issues.
I am a Registered Social Worker with extensive training and experience working with sexual abuse survivors, intimate partner violence survivors, and first responders. I work with teens (16+), adults and couples and am trained in a variety of therapeutic treatment modalities. I am skilled in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), anxiety, panic attack, depression, anger management, parenting, relationship Issue and family issue. I have extensive work experience working with clients struggling with codependency, self-esteem, self-confidence, emotional dis-regulation , behavioural issues and family conflict issues.
(289) 301-8306 View (289) 301-8306
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Therapy Heals Psychotherapy and Counselling
RN, Psychotherapist, RSW, RP, MA, MSW, MC
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4L
We provide services to children, adults, and couples.
Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, sad or frustrated ? Is this impacting your day to day life and/or affecting your relationships? If you struggle with any of these emotions and don't know know where to turn, we can help! At Therapy Heals we offer a custom approach for each of our clients! We want to understand where you are now and the challenges impacting your ability to feel your best and be happy. We offer a safe space with in-person or virtual appointments to suit your schedule so that you can begin your journey to healing.
We provide services to children, adults, and couples.
Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, sad or frustrated ? Is this impacting your day to day life and/or affecting your relationships? If you struggle with any of these emotions and don't know know where to turn, we can help! At Therapy Heals we offer a custom approach for each of our clients! We want to understand where you are now and the challenges impacting your ability to feel your best and be happy. We offer a safe space with in-person or virtual appointments to suit your schedule so that you can begin your journey to healing.
(888) 340-4325 View (888) 340-4325
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Christine Henein
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, ON L4L
I work with individuals, couples and families.
My Passion is to deliver a message of HOPE to people that I come across. I personally believe that Hope can light a candle in the darkest point of life. Hope is what we all need in order to have a more positive look at life in general and be empowered to make constructive changes and live with a positive attitude. With the increasing challenges in our world and the fact that we are not immune to life's surprises and shocks, our days are becoming more stressful which make us sometimes pay heavy price....
I work with individuals, couples and families.
My Passion is to deliver a message of HOPE to people that I come across. I personally believe that Hope can light a candle in the darkest point of life. Hope is what we all need in order to have a more positive look at life in general and be empowered to make constructive changes and live with a positive attitude. With the increasing challenges in our world and the fact that we are not immune to life's surprises and shocks, our days are becoming more stressful which make us sometimes pay heavy price....
(877) 469-5782 View (877) 469-5782
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Iris Benrubi
Counsellor, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodbridge, ON L4L
Do you feel overwhelmed? Stressed? Are you in a relationship that doesn’t give you joy & don't know what to do? I can help. I specialize in working with individuals & couples who are feeling overwhelmed, frustrated & stressed to create a life and relationships that fulfill you, give you a greater sense of inner peace, joy and feeling of mastery over life circumstances. You deserve to be happy! Take action today, just click on my 2 minute video on www.therapysolutions.ca or call 905-709-8185.
Do you feel overwhelmed? Stressed? Are you in a relationship that doesn’t give you joy & don't know what to do? I can help. I specialize in working with individuals & couples who are feeling overwhelmed, frustrated & stressed to create a life and relationships that fulfill you, give you a greater sense of inner peace, joy and feeling of mastery over life circumstances. You deserve to be happy! Take action today, just click on my 2 minute video on www.therapysolutions.ca or call 905-709-8185.
(289) 677-1575 View (289) 677-1575
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Agnes Kaufman
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbridge, ON L4L
Welcome! I have substantial experience working with clients experiencing anger management concerns, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, cultural and boundary disputes and domestic violence as well as couple counselling and those with relationship challenges I have worked with clients of all ages, starting as young as 10 years of age. I also provide clinical consultation/supervision for other therapists.
Welcome! I have substantial experience working with clients experiencing anger management concerns, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, cultural and boundary disputes and domestic violence as well as couple counselling and those with relationship challenges I have worked with clients of all ages, starting as young as 10 years of age. I also provide clinical consultation/supervision for other therapists.
(888) 340-4325 View (888) 340-4325
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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.