Therapists in Toronto, ON
More recently, I have been working with individuals and couples as I expand my skillset using the evidence based model Emotionally Focused Therapy.
I specialize in helping you establish meaningful and healthy relationships whether working with you as an individual, a couple or a family. I believe it is important for you to feel connected to the important people in your life: this brings joy, and it also resources you to weather life’s challenges. Using Emotionally Focused Therapy, my focus will be on improving (each of) your ability to connect with your emotional experience so that your emotions can become the guide that they were intended to be- to provide a way forward. This is what I will help you do.
More recently, I have been working with individuals and couples as I expand my skillset using the evidence based model Emotionally Focused Therapy.
I specialize in helping you establish meaningful and healthy relationships whether working with you as an individual, a couple or a family. I believe it is important for you to feel connected to the important people in your life: this brings joy, and it also resources you to weather life’s challenges. Using Emotionally Focused Therapy, my focus will be on improving (each of) your ability to connect with your emotional experience so that your emotions can become the guide that they were intended to be- to provide a way forward. This is what I will help you do.
Hello and thank you for stopping by. Everyone gets tangled up with some issues. It could be because of a painful past, balancing your present emotions, stressed out by relationship issues, or by family and work expectations. If you suffer from anxiety, depression, balancing your mood, stress and anger management, I am here to support you to find your equilibrium, life priorities and inner peace. I work with adults, couples, families, young adults and teens assisting them in improving their mood, stress, relationship and communication with self and others, loss/grief of a love one, parenting skills, and other issues.
Hello and thank you for stopping by. Everyone gets tangled up with some issues. It could be because of a painful past, balancing your present emotions, stressed out by relationship issues, or by family and work expectations. If you suffer from anxiety, depression, balancing your mood, stress and anger management, I am here to support you to find your equilibrium, life priorities and inner peace. I work with adults, couples, families, young adults and teens assisting them in improving their mood, stress, relationship and communication with self and others, loss/grief of a love one, parenting skills, and other issues.
Aneta Dzienniak
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6P (Online Only)
I have a deep passion for understanding the human condition and am dedicated to helping my patients resolve overwhelming thoughts and feelings, enhance their self-esteem, improve relationship skills, and develop effective coping techniques.
Welcome! I provide individual and couples talk therapy for adults, bringing warmth, empathy, and patience to every interaction. My goal is to create a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental space where healing can occur. I use a strengths-based approach, tailoring my methods to fit each individual's unique background. I incorporate various evidence-based treatments, such as cognitive behavioural therapy, emotionally focused therapy, attachment theory, and mindfulness techniques, to help my patients develop better self-awareness, overcome feelings of being "stuck," connect more deeply with others and live life more congruently.
I have a deep passion for understanding the human condition and am dedicated to helping my patients resolve overwhelming thoughts and feelings, enhance their self-esteem, improve relationship skills, and develop effective coping techniques.
Welcome! I provide individual and couples talk therapy for adults, bringing warmth, empathy, and patience to every interaction. My goal is to create a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental space where healing can occur. I use a strengths-based approach, tailoring my methods to fit each individual's unique background. I incorporate various evidence-based treatments, such as cognitive behavioural therapy, emotionally focused therapy, attachment theory, and mindfulness techniques, to help my patients develop better self-awareness, overcome feelings of being "stuck," connect more deeply with others and live life more congruently.
Elizabeth (Michelle) Padron - Bri Counselling
Registered Social Worker, SSW, BSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N
I understand that a great therapeutic relationship is built on transparency and genuineness, as this creates trust and mutual respect.
I am a social worker with close ties to the Latino community, I connect with each client in a gentle manner that allows them to feel truly heard, understood, acknowledged, and validated. Counselling and Social Work are my passion and life's calling. I strive to create a warm space where clients feel safe and comfortable in discussing difficult experiences that they are currently facing, in sharing past traumas and difficulties, and in planning to meet future challenges. I enjoy helping clients to experience renewed feelings of hope for the future and discover new possibilities for moving forward in a way that works for them.
I understand that a great therapeutic relationship is built on transparency and genuineness, as this creates trust and mutual respect.
I am a social worker with close ties to the Latino community, I connect with each client in a gentle manner that allows them to feel truly heard, understood, acknowledged, and validated. Counselling and Social Work are my passion and life's calling. I strive to create a warm space where clients feel safe and comfortable in discussing difficult experiences that they are currently facing, in sharing past traumas and difficulties, and in planning to meet future challenges. I enjoy helping clients to experience renewed feelings of hope for the future and discover new possibilities for moving forward in a way that works for them.
LGBTQ+ therapy online, Rainbow Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5A (Online Only)
We support Individuals, Couples & Families 14 years &up.
Are you looking for a therapist with expansive knowledge of 2SLGBTQ+ community? Looking for a therapist who you don't have to explain queer nuance to? We are a completely virtual 2SLGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy clinic & welcome you! We value anti-oppressive and trauma informed approaches to therapy. We support the community & those in close relationships to the community & provide a space where you don't have to educate your therapist, and can just focus on getting mental health support! Our therapists specialize in topics including: ADHD, BPD, Autism, Polyamory, Relationships, Trauma, Infidelity, Betrayal, Exploring Sexuality & Gender.
We support Individuals, Couples & Families 14 years &up.
Are you looking for a therapist with expansive knowledge of 2SLGBTQ+ community? Looking for a therapist who you don't have to explain queer nuance to? We are a completely virtual 2SLGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy clinic & welcome you! We value anti-oppressive and trauma informed approaches to therapy. We support the community & those in close relationships to the community & provide a space where you don't have to educate your therapist, and can just focus on getting mental health support! Our therapists specialize in topics including: ADHD, BPD, Autism, Polyamory, Relationships, Trauma, Infidelity, Betrayal, Exploring Sexuality & Gender.
Netannis (Tannis) Alexandra Arnett
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6R
My specialty is relational issues - with individuals and couples.
I see clients with a range of issues including attachment, family conflict, disconnect, trauma, anxiety, addiction and depression. I believe that everyone has a distinct way of expressing their past experiences and challenges in their daily lives, and that it is my job to help people to examine and understand themselves, and to find new ways of being. My approach is open and supportive, and I bring creativity, compassion and a sense of wonder to our work together.
My specialty is relational issues - with individuals and couples.
I see clients with a range of issues including attachment, family conflict, disconnect, trauma, anxiety, addiction and depression. I believe that everyone has a distinct way of expressing their past experiences and challenges in their daily lives, and that it is my job to help people to examine and understand themselves, and to find new ways of being. My approach is open and supportive, and I bring creativity, compassion and a sense of wonder to our work together.
Yasaman Sadrikoupaei
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6K (Online Only)
I am deeply passionate about working with and supporting racialized individuals, couples, immigrants/children of immigrants and bicultural families.
In order to feel safe and in control, you may have learned certain survival and coping strategies to keep you grounded. Perhaps you are a child of immigrants, struggling to exist between two cultures. Or maybe you were afraid to disappoint others and taught yourself to never have any needs or boundaries. These behaviours, while understandable, may no longer serve you in the ways that you need. Together, we can explore and unpack your life experiences, offer understanding and validation to the shutdown parts of you, and learn to take up space and exist in our world. Psychotherapy can promote healing, resiliency and self-empowerment.
I am deeply passionate about working with and supporting racialized individuals, couples, immigrants/children of immigrants and bicultural families.
In order to feel safe and in control, you may have learned certain survival and coping strategies to keep you grounded. Perhaps you are a child of immigrants, struggling to exist between two cultures. Or maybe you were afraid to disappoint others and taught yourself to never have any needs or boundaries. These behaviours, while understandable, may no longer serve you in the ways that you need. Together, we can explore and unpack your life experiences, offer understanding and validation to the shutdown parts of you, and learn to take up space and exist in our world. Psychotherapy can promote healing, resiliency and self-empowerment.
Jackie Chung
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5V (Online Only)
Jackie specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families dealing with challenges related to major life transitions, depression and anxiety, faith and spirituality, and cross-cultural/inter-generational tensions.
Jackie specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families dealing with challenges related to major life transitions, depression and anxiety, faith and spirituality, and cross-cultural/inter-generational tensions.
Tony Moghaddam
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5E (Online Only)
Are you experiencing stress, emotional turmoil, or relationship issues? My goal is to assist you in navigating these challenging situations, empowering you to move past them, and reclaim the driver’s seat of your life’s journey. We all make mistakes, have setbacks, and sometimes experience great suffering. I know that life isn’t always easy. I can provide a safe space for you to unpack your emotional lows and uncover more of your true self, beginning a journey to healing, wholeness, and emotional well-being. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a Master's in Counselling Psychology.
Are you experiencing stress, emotional turmoil, or relationship issues? My goal is to assist you in navigating these challenging situations, empowering you to move past them, and reclaim the driver’s seat of your life’s journey. We all make mistakes, have setbacks, and sometimes experience great suffering. I know that life isn’t always easy. I can provide a safe space for you to unpack your emotional lows and uncover more of your true self, beginning a journey to healing, wholeness, and emotional well-being. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a Master's in Counselling Psychology.
Specializing in children, youth, adults, anxiety, depression and relationship issues, I primarily work from a CBT, Narrative, Solution Focused, and Mindfulness Approach.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
Specializing in children, youth, adults, anxiety, depression and relationship issues, I primarily work from a CBT, Narrative, Solution Focused, and Mindfulness Approach.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
Kristie Oroma
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, PPM, BASS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6N (Online Only)
I specialize in grief therapy, life transitions, mood disorders, intimate partner violence, Anger management, trauma therapy, and Christian Counseling as required.
Are you feeling anxious, frustrated, stressed, or even overwhelmed by life's challenges but hesitant to open up due to past experiences? I hear you and understand the apprehension that comes with seeking therapy, especially when the fit isn't right. My goal is to provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely express yourself and explore your emotions. In our sessions, you'll have the opportunity to share your life story and how it has impacted your well-being and relationships. Together, we'll navigate through your past and present experiences, working towards healing and personal growth.
I specialize in grief therapy, life transitions, mood disorders, intimate partner violence, Anger management, trauma therapy, and Christian Counseling as required.
Are you feeling anxious, frustrated, stressed, or even overwhelmed by life's challenges but hesitant to open up due to past experiences? I hear you and understand the apprehension that comes with seeking therapy, especially when the fit isn't right. My goal is to provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely express yourself and explore your emotions. In our sessions, you'll have the opportunity to share your life story and how it has impacted your well-being and relationships. Together, we'll navigate through your past and present experiences, working towards healing and personal growth.
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Wayne Gray
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R (Online Only)
Wayne supports youth and adults seeking help rediscovering their self-worth, fortifying challenging relationships, removing hurdles that intensify substance dependence, or living with a mental health diagnosis. With over a decade of experience in community mental health and substance use, Wayne is able to address addiction, chronic stress, insecurity, depression and anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Couples therapy work has also been a particular passion for Wayne. He can support you in exploring and refining communication, context, compromise, and chemistry.
Wayne supports youth and adults seeking help rediscovering their self-worth, fortifying challenging relationships, removing hurdles that intensify substance dependence, or living with a mental health diagnosis. With over a decade of experience in community mental health and substance use, Wayne is able to address addiction, chronic stress, insecurity, depression and anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Couples therapy work has also been a particular passion for Wayne. He can support you in exploring and refining communication, context, compromise, and chemistry.
A strong therapeutic relationship can help enhance quality of life, transform your relationships and boost your resilience, especially during life's more challenging seasons.
Currently offering $30 off your first session (reach out to us with promo code: SUMMER30)! Remote, in-person and telephone sessions available to help you address a wide variety of mental health, emotional, relational and intimate challenges, align with your goals and values, and create more comfort, ease and peace within. Together, we will explore your concerns, discuss your goals, explore how you can influence change and provide the tools and resources to do so. We will work collaboratively to create a treatment plan that is individually tailored to your needs and preferences.
A strong therapeutic relationship can help enhance quality of life, transform your relationships and boost your resilience, especially during life's more challenging seasons.
Currently offering $30 off your first session (reach out to us with promo code: SUMMER30)! Remote, in-person and telephone sessions available to help you address a wide variety of mental health, emotional, relational and intimate challenges, align with your goals and values, and create more comfort, ease and peace within. Together, we will explore your concerns, discuss your goals, explore how you can influence change and provide the tools and resources to do so. We will work collaboratively to create a treatment plan that is individually tailored to your needs and preferences.
Peter Stathakos & Associates Inc
Registered Social Worker, BBA, MDiv, MSW, CMAT, CSAT
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M6C
I specialize in creating customized treatment plans for individuals/ couples struggling with sexual dysfunctions and addictions. Sexual Trauma, Porn Addiction, Love Addiction and Sex Crimes are my specialties. My approach not only supports those facing these challenges but also helps partners and families who may feel confused and hurt. According to Parole Services, no one under my care has ever sexually re-offended, and only five couples have ever separated while working with me. I also help with sexual enhancement, intimacy growth, and relationship recovery. Imagine the possibilities that effective therapy can bring to your life.
I specialize in creating customized treatment plans for individuals/ couples struggling with sexual dysfunctions and addictions. Sexual Trauma, Porn Addiction, Love Addiction and Sex Crimes are my specialties. My approach not only supports those facing these challenges but also helps partners and families who may feel confused and hurt. According to Parole Services, no one under my care has ever sexually re-offended, and only five couples have ever separated while working with me. I also help with sexual enhancement, intimacy growth, and relationship recovery. Imagine the possibilities that effective therapy can bring to your life.
Durel Williams, MSW, RSW - Heartspring Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M3C
I am an EMDR Certified Therapist, and I offer in-person, and online video therapy for individuals, couples and families.
I’m accepting new clients. I help to hold people's stories, & uncover hidden insights, strengths, & needs. I'm a Registered Social Worker with over 18 years of experience serving through compassionate, collaborative, trauma-informed and anti-oppressive practice. I have credentials to practice in Ontario (in-person and virtual), & Nova Scotia (virtual only). My experience extends to working with people who face challenges related to trauma, relationships, emotional challenges, & identity. I also provide clinical supervision & consultation. I am prepared and equipped to walk this journey with you. Are you ready to share your story?
I am an EMDR Certified Therapist, and I offer in-person, and online video therapy for individuals, couples and families.
I’m accepting new clients. I help to hold people's stories, & uncover hidden insights, strengths, & needs. I'm a Registered Social Worker with over 18 years of experience serving through compassionate, collaborative, trauma-informed and anti-oppressive practice. I have credentials to practice in Ontario (in-person and virtual), & Nova Scotia (virtual only). My experience extends to working with people who face challenges related to trauma, relationships, emotional challenges, & identity. I also provide clinical supervision & consultation. I am prepared and equipped to walk this journey with you. Are you ready to share your story?
Kaleidoscope Counselling Collective 🌈
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5A (Online Only)
At Kaleidoscope Counselling Collective, we offer counselling, coaching & psychotherapy for teens, adults, couples & families.
Hi, I’m glad you found us! Are you struggling with your relationships, mood, or low self-esteem that affects your ability to be authentic and happy? Do you feel disconnected, stuck, or overwhelmed with emotions? In this impersonal, and tumultuous world, we’re all feeling the weight of our emotions, daily responsibilities & uncertainty about our futures. What if you found something that helped you tap into hope for the future, confidence, calmness and contentment in your life? We believe that therapy can be this “something”, helping you live a life that feels better for you.
At Kaleidoscope Counselling Collective, we offer counselling, coaching & psychotherapy for teens, adults, couples & families.
Hi, I’m glad you found us! Are you struggling with your relationships, mood, or low self-esteem that affects your ability to be authentic and happy? Do you feel disconnected, stuck, or overwhelmed with emotions? In this impersonal, and tumultuous world, we’re all feeling the weight of our emotions, daily responsibilities & uncertainty about our futures. What if you found something that helped you tap into hope for the future, confidence, calmness and contentment in your life? We believe that therapy can be this “something”, helping you live a life that feels better for you.
Stephanie Briskin
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N (Online Only)
We value the therapeutic relationship and provide a customized approach to therapy.
Taking the first step towards therapy can be really intimidating! My hope is to make this process as comfortable as possible for you. One of the most important elements of therapy is feeling a good connection to your therapist. I hope that’s with me, but if it is not, I work along with some very caring and talented social workers and we will connect you to right match. At Glimmer Therapy we are similarly skilled and our specialty lies in providing support for anxiety/depression, family stress, relationship challenges, parenting, work stress, as well as childhood and adult trauma. We offer the convenience of virtual therapy.
We value the therapeutic relationship and provide a customized approach to therapy.
Taking the first step towards therapy can be really intimidating! My hope is to make this process as comfortable as possible for you. One of the most important elements of therapy is feeling a good connection to your therapist. I hope that’s with me, but if it is not, I work along with some very caring and talented social workers and we will connect you to right match. At Glimmer Therapy we are similarly skilled and our specialty lies in providing support for anxiety/depression, family stress, relationship challenges, parenting, work stress, as well as childhood and adult trauma. We offer the convenience of virtual therapy.
Vrushalee Nachar
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R (Online Only)
I welcome individuals 18+ and couples, and I provide therapy in English, Hindi, and Marathi.
To all who feel confused or stuck, or who struggle with emotional regulation, relationship issues, or internal wounds: I welcome you. I have helped my clients to learn coping tools for anxiety and depression, to better manage ADHD, and to process childhood trauma and relational wounds, enabling them to be more self-aware and confident in facing and embracing life’s challenges and transitions. To facilitate these improvements, I use a variety of modalities that are evidence-based and trauma-informed, including psychodynamic, mindfulness, solution-focused, and emotionally-focused approaches, adapted to best meet my clients’ needs.
I welcome individuals 18+ and couples, and I provide therapy in English, Hindi, and Marathi.
To all who feel confused or stuck, or who struggle with emotional regulation, relationship issues, or internal wounds: I welcome you. I have helped my clients to learn coping tools for anxiety and depression, to better manage ADHD, and to process childhood trauma and relational wounds, enabling them to be more self-aware and confident in facing and embracing life’s challenges and transitions. To facilitate these improvements, I use a variety of modalities that are evidence-based and trauma-informed, including psychodynamic, mindfulness, solution-focused, and emotionally-focused approaches, adapted to best meet my clients’ needs.
Do you walk on eggshells or do you live to please others for fear of making others upset? The reason you can’t seem to heal your chronic stress & depression, health and finances in your relationship, isn't because you haven't already tried talk therapy and various healing modalities; it’s because of a dysregulated nervous system and codependency from long-term narcissistic abuse with an angry person. You need to break free and heal from this within, untangle the confusion in your mind, gain clarity and be your sovereign and most authentic self, where you validate and approve of your core self. Feel safe and confident to be you.
Do you walk on eggshells or do you live to please others for fear of making others upset? The reason you can’t seem to heal your chronic stress & depression, health and finances in your relationship, isn't because you haven't already tried talk therapy and various healing modalities; it’s because of a dysregulated nervous system and codependency from long-term narcissistic abuse with an angry person. You need to break free and heal from this within, untangle the confusion in your mind, gain clarity and be your sovereign and most authentic self, where you validate and approve of your core self. Feel safe and confident to be you.
Monica Goulet
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6P (Online Only)
If you are struggling with overwhelming emotions, relationship issues, trauma, or marginalization, you may find hope and empowerment through therapy. As a queer, non-binary therapist, I focus on social justice and how oppression can both impact you and be resisted on a personal level. I will support you to work with overwhelming emotions so that they don’t control you or damage your relationships, and instead guide you towards a more fulfilling life. Through a supportive and collaborative relationship, we can deeply understand your experiences, help you heal from their impacts, and work towards your hopes for your life.
If you are struggling with overwhelming emotions, relationship issues, trauma, or marginalization, you may find hope and empowerment through therapy. As a queer, non-binary therapist, I focus on social justice and how oppression can both impact you and be resisted on a personal level. I will support you to work with overwhelming emotions so that they don’t control you or damage your relationships, and instead guide you towards a more fulfilling life. Through a supportive and collaborative relationship, we can deeply understand your experiences, help you heal from their impacts, and work towards your hopes for your life.
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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.