Couples Counselling Therapists in M5M
Elyse Blicker
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, BEd, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5M
A strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for inspiring positive change in others. For the past 22 years I have been working with adolescents and their families as an Educator and Guidance Counsellor in the secondary school system. This experience, along with my kind, empathetic, and reflective nature helps me build connections and foster trusting relationships with my clients. I believe that having good relationships with oneself and others is essential for our well-being and self-esteem. I approach therapy through this lens, while also using various therapeutic approaches to meet the needs of my clients.
A strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for inspiring positive change in others. For the past 22 years I have been working with adolescents and their families as an Educator and Guidance Counsellor in the secondary school system. This experience, along with my kind, empathetic, and reflective nature helps me build connections and foster trusting relationships with my clients. I believe that having good relationships with oneself and others is essential for our well-being and self-esteem. I approach therapy through this lens, while also using various therapeutic approaches to meet the needs of my clients.
Dr. Leah Zalan, Ph.D., C. Psych.
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5M (Online Only)
With more than a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Zalan is a registered clinical psychologist dedicated to assisting adults, adolescents, and couples. Dr. Zalan customizes treatments to meet the unique needs of each client, utilizing evidence-based approaches from an integrated lens. With a solid grounding in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Dr. Zalan integrates Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques into her clinical work.
With more than a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Zalan is a registered clinical psychologist dedicated to assisting adults, adolescents, and couples. Dr. Zalan customizes treatments to meet the unique needs of each client, utilizing evidence-based approaches from an integrated lens. With a solid grounding in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Dr. Zalan integrates Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques into her clinical work.
Struggling to communicate with your partner? Overwhelmed cause of your people-pleasing behaviours? Need to establish healthier boundaries with family? Seeking a better work-life balance? Postpartum challenges raising questions about your identity and your parenting skills? These are common hurdles that interfere with your everyday life - and I am here to help. At LM Therapy, there is no challenge too small to address in our sessions together. Gone are the days where therapy is solely reserved for those with clinical diagnoses; therapy can enhance everyone's quality of life, including yours.
Struggling to communicate with your partner? Overwhelmed cause of your people-pleasing behaviours? Need to establish healthier boundaries with family? Seeking a better work-life balance? Postpartum challenges raising questions about your identity and your parenting skills? These are common hurdles that interfere with your everyday life - and I am here to help. At LM Therapy, there is no challenge too small to address in our sessions together. Gone are the days where therapy is solely reserved for those with clinical diagnoses; therapy can enhance everyone's quality of life, including yours.
Loren Harssar
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, EMDR-T, DTATI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5M (Online Only)
I understand what it's like to feel depressed or anxious, to have low self-esteem, and relationship issues, and to experience childhood and adulthood trauma and abuse.
I believe that we are ALL survivors of trauma. When we go through a traumatic experience, whether it's small or big, a part of us remains stuck in the experience. We hold onto unintegrated emotions and negative beliefs about ourselves. As a result, we tend to attract and get triggered by situations that remind us of these difficult experiences - until we are able to heal. Through various techniques, most notably EMDR, we can work with these unintegrated parts of the self to desensitize and reprocess these experiences and memories. The client can be freed of these patterns and stories and achieve their therapeutic goals.
I understand what it's like to feel depressed or anxious, to have low self-esteem, and relationship issues, and to experience childhood and adulthood trauma and abuse.
I believe that we are ALL survivors of trauma. When we go through a traumatic experience, whether it's small or big, a part of us remains stuck in the experience. We hold onto unintegrated emotions and negative beliefs about ourselves. As a result, we tend to attract and get triggered by situations that remind us of these difficult experiences - until we are able to heal. Through various techniques, most notably EMDR, we can work with these unintegrated parts of the self to desensitize and reprocess these experiences and memories. The client can be freed of these patterns and stories and achieve their therapeutic goals.
Teaching, supervising and working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, post-trauma, family & relationship issues,with post-graduate specialized training in Self Psychology, Bioenergetics, Cog Behav.
You are a very successful professional, business person, musician, artist or performer. Your clients, fans, adoring public, family or friends heap praise on you for your skills and talent. But inside you feel like a phoney. Can you imagine your insides more easily accepting praise, knowing you have worked hard for it, and it has paid off. You feel so good! Let me grow your self-esteem from the roots up. That's what it's all about. Begin to notice a difference after just a few sessions. Let me help you!
Teaching, supervising and working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, post-trauma, family & relationship issues,with post-graduate specialized training in Self Psychology, Bioenergetics, Cog Behav.
You are a very successful professional, business person, musician, artist or performer. Your clients, fans, adoring public, family or friends heap praise on you for your skills and talent. But inside you feel like a phoney. Can you imagine your insides more easily accepting praise, knowing you have worked hard for it, and it has paid off. You feel so good! Let me grow your self-esteem from the roots up. That's what it's all about. Begin to notice a difference after just a few sessions. Let me help you!
Lauren Greisman, M.S.W., R.S.W. is a registered therapist with a Master of Social Work degree from Yeshiva University, Wurzweiler School of Social Work. She also earned an Honours Bachelor of Psychology degree from The University of Western Ontario. She has worked in the field of mental health and also has experience with rehabilitation and dementia care since 2005, specifically working with individuals, families, couples and groups living with depression, anxiety and other mental health issues. Lauren has had extensive experience working with clients to achieve stabilization by maximizing their own internal coping strategies.
Lauren Greisman, M.S.W., R.S.W. is a registered therapist with a Master of Social Work degree from Yeshiva University, Wurzweiler School of Social Work. She also earned an Honours Bachelor of Psychology degree from The University of Western Ontario. She has worked in the field of mental health and also has experience with rehabilitation and dementia care since 2005, specifically working with individuals, families, couples and groups living with depression, anxiety and other mental health issues. Lauren has had extensive experience working with clients to achieve stabilization by maximizing their own internal coping strategies.
Julia Cocomile
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5M (Online Only)
My individual and couples therapy is provided virtually through telephone or video calls.
Life doesn't always go as planned, but luckily there are qualified, compassionate, kind-hearted therapists like myself who are here to support you. I collaborate with clients facing various concerns, including; stress, low-self esteem, anxiety, and relationship problems. As your psychotherapist, I focus on understanding you holistically, ensuring all dimensions are considered to create individualized plans that meet your needs. I firmly believe that progress is never linear and that unique approaches are needed for all clients. Book a FREE 15-MINUTE consultation, and begin your healing journey with me!
My individual and couples therapy is provided virtually through telephone or video calls.
Life doesn't always go as planned, but luckily there are qualified, compassionate, kind-hearted therapists like myself who are here to support you. I collaborate with clients facing various concerns, including; stress, low-self esteem, anxiety, and relationship problems. As your psychotherapist, I focus on understanding you holistically, ensuring all dimensions are considered to create individualized plans that meet your needs. I firmly believe that progress is never linear and that unique approaches are needed for all clients. Book a FREE 15-MINUTE consultation, and begin your healing journey with me!
Talk therapy is designed to heal your emotional wounds. With the power of talk therapy, I can help you address and resolve: low self esteem; depression; anxiety; trauma; loss; loneliness; anger; forgiveness; relationship difficulties; parenting challenges; family struggles and more. The secret to emotional healing is to increase awareness of your thoughts, feelings and patterns of behavior and to find the courage to face and move past your pain. Only then can you discover a state of being that is richer, fuller and more deeply satisfying.
Talk therapy is designed to heal your emotional wounds. With the power of talk therapy, I can help you address and resolve: low self esteem; depression; anxiety; trauma; loss; loneliness; anger; forgiveness; relationship difficulties; parenting challenges; family struggles and more. The secret to emotional healing is to increase awareness of your thoughts, feelings and patterns of behavior and to find the courage to face and move past your pain. Only then can you discover a state of being that is richer, fuller and more deeply satisfying.
Alyson Pancer
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BAPsych, CYT
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5M
I ONLY work with evidence-based therapies, because I know they work! My specialties include psychotherapy with kids, teens, adults & couples, who live with anxiety and/or depression disorders, insomnia, OCD, child/teen school challenges, bullying, parenting, workplace issues, trauma & abuse, eating disorders, and/or acute/chronic medical health diagnosis.
Not sleeping? Is Work/Life balance unmanageable? Ready to replace medications with your best toolbox for Mental Health? Now that we are connected, please allow me to introduce myself. Having been personally trained by many of the world’s most influential Researchers and Psychotherapists, I provide evidence based Mindfulness. CBT, Yoga Psychotherapy & Clinical Hypnotherapy for anxiety, depression, relationships etc. It is my goal to help you identify & change your thought patterns and behaviours, and to provide you with effective coping strategies to assist you with difficult feelings and challenging situations present in your life.
I ONLY work with evidence-based therapies, because I know they work! My specialties include psychotherapy with kids, teens, adults & couples, who live with anxiety and/or depression disorders, insomnia, OCD, child/teen school challenges, bullying, parenting, workplace issues, trauma & abuse, eating disorders, and/or acute/chronic medical health diagnosis.
Not sleeping? Is Work/Life balance unmanageable? Ready to replace medications with your best toolbox for Mental Health? Now that we are connected, please allow me to introduce myself. Having been personally trained by many of the world’s most influential Researchers and Psychotherapists, I provide evidence based Mindfulness. CBT, Yoga Psychotherapy & Clinical Hypnotherapy for anxiety, depression, relationships etc. It is my goal to help you identify & change your thought patterns and behaviours, and to provide you with effective coping strategies to assist you with difficult feelings and challenging situations present in your life.
John Puchiele Couple and Individual Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, BFA, MA, MFA, (RP)
Verified Verified
North York, ON M5M (Online Only)
I recognize and honour the powerful role that the mind plays in health and healing. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and have been working in the field for 15 years. I specialize in couple-based therapy and also work with individuals. My approach with clients is by listening attentively, developing a therapeutic alliance, empathy, and support without judgment. In my years as a therapist, I have been considered a very effective therapeutic partner with clients in sessions. I genuinely like helping people and seeing clients evolve and heal!
I recognize and honour the powerful role that the mind plays in health and healing. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and have been working in the field for 15 years. I specialize in couple-based therapy and also work with individuals. My approach with clients is by listening attentively, developing a therapeutic alliance, empathy, and support without judgment. In my years as a therapist, I have been considered a very effective therapeutic partner with clients in sessions. I genuinely like helping people and seeing clients evolve and heal!
Toronto Family Therapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, AccFM
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5M
Joanna Seidel has been counselling individuals, families and children and has helped couples re-connect for over a decade. She is a Child and Family Therapist and specializes in separation and divorce. She has worked with families and children, helping them manage the often difficult, stressful and emotional process of separation and divorce. With Joanna's guidance, families learn strategies to cope with this challenge. Joanna provides counselling to address a wide range of needs: Separation and Divorce, Marriage Counselling, Parenting Conflict Resolution, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Anger Management, Grief and Loss, Work-related Stressors, Domestic Violence, Alcohol, and Substance Abuse.
Joanna Seidel has been counselling individuals, families and children and has helped couples re-connect for over a decade. She is a Child and Family Therapist and specializes in separation and divorce. She has worked with families and children, helping them manage the often difficult, stressful and emotional process of separation and divorce. With Joanna's guidance, families learn strategies to cope with this challenge. Joanna provides counselling to address a wide range of needs: Separation and Divorce, Marriage Counselling, Parenting Conflict Resolution, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Anger Management, Grief and Loss, Work-related Stressors, Domestic Violence, Alcohol, and Substance Abuse.
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There are times when we just need someone to connect with who can help us find relief from the weight of life's struggles. If you're dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflicts in the past or present, sexuality, self-esteem, or stress, I may be a good fit for you.
There are times when we just need someone to connect with who can help us find relief from the weight of life's struggles. If you're dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflicts in the past or present, sexuality, self-esteem, or stress, I may be a good fit for you.
If you are a couple, I help you both develop a way out of destructive relationship patterns to foster greater communication, intimacy, trust and understanding.
I am a registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist offering assessment and psychotherapy to adult individuals and couples. I offer treatment for anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems, childhood and adult traumatic events, anger, loss, grief, low self-esteem/confidence, shyness and life transitions. I am trained in and practice Emotion-Focused Therapy, Somatic Oriented Therapies, Relational Therapy, Relaxation and Meditative practices. I have 25 years of therapy experience, having worked in hospital, university and private practice settings.
If you are a couple, I help you both develop a way out of destructive relationship patterns to foster greater communication, intimacy, trust and understanding.
I am a registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist offering assessment and psychotherapy to adult individuals and couples. I offer treatment for anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems, childhood and adult traumatic events, anger, loss, grief, low self-esteem/confidence, shyness and life transitions. I am trained in and practice Emotion-Focused Therapy, Somatic Oriented Therapies, Relational Therapy, Relaxation and Meditative practices. I have 25 years of therapy experience, having worked in hospital, university and private practice settings.
We are all wired for connection and there is great value in knowing ourselves from the inside out so we can have both a healthy relationship with ourself, and meaningful relationships with others.
At Compassionate Counselling, I provide therapy to individuals, couples and parents. I offer both psychotherapy and relationship coaching. I believe in the importance of building a strong, solid, trusting relationship with all my clients and respect the need to remain open and flexible to the differing and changing needs of all individuals. My professional style is relaxed, gentle and welcoming. I work on the principle that a good therapist is like a cast on a broken leg, there for awhile to support the injury while healing and then gently removed as the leg repairs itself.
We are all wired for connection and there is great value in knowing ourselves from the inside out so we can have both a healthy relationship with ourself, and meaningful relationships with others.
At Compassionate Counselling, I provide therapy to individuals, couples and parents. I offer both psychotherapy and relationship coaching. I believe in the importance of building a strong, solid, trusting relationship with all my clients and respect the need to remain open and flexible to the differing and changing needs of all individuals. My professional style is relaxed, gentle and welcoming. I work on the principle that a good therapist is like a cast on a broken leg, there for awhile to support the injury while healing and then gently removed as the leg repairs itself.
I continue to work in private practice, treating individuals and couples in the following areas: stress, anxiety, depression, weight management, couples counselling, adolescence, alcohol and substance abuse, eating disorders, infertility/IVF, and coaching.
People experience challenges in their lives that are sometimes difficult to work through alone. Together we can make sense of it, and achieve a healthier, happier life. By providing a safe and empathic space, you can explore those challenges currently in your life. My approach to each session is to be with you, through truly listening, providing a judgement-free environment, respectful challenge, and mutual participation throughout the therapeutic process. As a team, you and I will process the emotional, cognitive, physical, familial, and spiritual factors impacting your life, and preventing you from achieving your goals.
I continue to work in private practice, treating individuals and couples in the following areas: stress, anxiety, depression, weight management, couples counselling, adolescence, alcohol and substance abuse, eating disorders, infertility/IVF, and coaching.
People experience challenges in their lives that are sometimes difficult to work through alone. Together we can make sense of it, and achieve a healthier, happier life. By providing a safe and empathic space, you can explore those challenges currently in your life. My approach to each session is to be with you, through truly listening, providing a judgement-free environment, respectful challenge, and mutual participation throughout the therapeutic process. As a team, you and I will process the emotional, cognitive, physical, familial, and spiritual factors impacting your life, and preventing you from achieving your goals.
Many of my clients struggle with relationship conflict, grief & bereavement, eating disorders, family crisis, parent-child conflict, male & female abuse, and adjustment to divorce.
I've been a trauma therapist in Toronto for over 25 years, helping people with PTSD or trauma; those who have struggled with a painful past. I use a trauma-informed approach, that draws on attachment theory, I see individuals, couples or families, who have been affected by trauma. Many of my clients are in high distress from grief and loss, they often have difficult family relationships, or they're trying to cope with anxiety, eating disorders, or emotional pain.
Many of my clients struggle with relationship conflict, grief & bereavement, eating disorders, family crisis, parent-child conflict, male & female abuse, and adjustment to divorce.
I've been a trauma therapist in Toronto for over 25 years, helping people with PTSD or trauma; those who have struggled with a painful past. I use a trauma-informed approach, that draws on attachment theory, I see individuals, couples or families, who have been affected by trauma. Many of my clients are in high distress from grief and loss, they often have difficult family relationships, or they're trying to cope with anxiety, eating disorders, or emotional pain.
Creative Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5M (Online Only)
My patients come to me because they struggle or are distressed. They struggle to find meaningful solutions to problems in their life or the life of their child. Included are stress or trauma, learning and school-related concerns, depression, anxiety, coping, and relationship problems. The distress people experience is often related to the time and effort they have already put in to find solutions that, at least initially, seem out of reach. Also related, is the fact that my patients are usually successful in life. It is uncomfortable to be generally competent and face a situation where that competence has seemingly vanished.
My patients come to me because they struggle or are distressed. They struggle to find meaningful solutions to problems in their life or the life of their child. Included are stress or trauma, learning and school-related concerns, depression, anxiety, coping, and relationship problems. The distress people experience is often related to the time and effort they have already put in to find solutions that, at least initially, seem out of reach. Also related, is the fact that my patients are usually successful in life. It is uncomfortable to be generally competent and face a situation where that competence has seemingly vanished.
You are the expert of your own story! I am here to partner with you to create a therapeutic relationship that promotes healing and guidance, so that you can successfully reach your goals and experience positive change in your life.
Currently only offering virtual or phone sessions - I’m a Registered Social Worker with 17 years of experience. I enjoy working with clients who feel stuck in their life or even feel they are in the midst of crisis/chaos. I am well suited to clients who want to live more authentically and enjoy a genuine, open therapist. I am passionate about counselling, and my aim is to be collaborative, genuine, and compassionate.
You are the expert of your own story! I am here to partner with you to create a therapeutic relationship that promotes healing and guidance, so that you can successfully reach your goals and experience positive change in your life.
Currently only offering virtual or phone sessions - I’m a Registered Social Worker with 17 years of experience. I enjoy working with clients who feel stuck in their life or even feel they are in the midst of crisis/chaos. I am well suited to clients who want to live more authentically and enjoy a genuine, open therapist. I am passionate about counselling, and my aim is to be collaborative, genuine, and compassionate.
Katie McKie
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5M (Online Only)
I have experience working with teens, adults, couples and families, and I am currently accepting new clients.
As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), I approach therapy with a holistic and collaborative mindset. Choosing therapy may not always feel easy, but I am here to meet you where you are at and walk alongside you with a compassionate, curious, empathetic and non-judgmental approach. My curiosity allows me to step back and view each client holistically to tailor evidence-based treatments to meet their unique circumstances, needs, and goals. Together, we'll cultivate resilience, explore your strengths, and set achievable goals that align with your values and aspirations.
I have experience working with teens, adults, couples and families, and I am currently accepting new clients.
As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), I approach therapy with a holistic and collaborative mindset. Choosing therapy may not always feel easy, but I am here to meet you where you are at and walk alongside you with a compassionate, curious, empathetic and non-judgmental approach. My curiosity allows me to step back and view each client holistically to tailor evidence-based treatments to meet their unique circumstances, needs, and goals. Together, we'll cultivate resilience, explore your strengths, and set achievable goals that align with your values and aspirations.
Ukasha Malik
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5M (Online Only)
Currently, I am offering online individual, couples and family therapy sessions.
I believe that asking for help and being vulnerable takes great courage. Therefore, by establishing a healthy therapeutic relationship through a non-judgemental, empathetic, collaborative, and psychodynamic approach, I help you unpack what may be at the core of your concerns and improve your ability to cope with the challenges that brought you to therapy.
Currently, I am offering online individual, couples and family therapy sessions.
I believe that asking for help and being vulnerable takes great courage. Therefore, by establishing a healthy therapeutic relationship through a non-judgemental, empathetic, collaborative, and psychodynamic approach, I help you unpack what may be at the core of your concerns and improve your ability to cope with the challenges that brought you to therapy.
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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.