Therapists in Toronto, ON

You deserve to be happy...and you don't need to struggle alone. Stress, worry, sadness, restlessness, frustration, anger, loss, or loneliness can all feel overwhelming at times...but care, connection, treatment, healing, and empowerment are all within reach. Within psychotherapy... insight, understanding, self-awareness, tools for coping, better functioning, and new ways of relating or behaving are all part of the process of change that you may be hoping for. Whether it be unresolved issues from the past or present circumstances and challenges, a safe, respectful, accepting, patient, and encouraging therapeutic space can be surprisingly rewarding, and make more of a difference than expected.

My approach to healing is largely informed by my own experience in individual and group therapy. As a therapist, I show up as my authentic self and believe that creating a safe therapeutic environment is the foundation to building trust and connection. I believe that feeling seen and heard by a person we feel safe with allows us the vulnerability to move towards and process difficult feelings and experiences. My hope is to support you to connect more fully with your thoughts and feelings and explore how your life experiences may be impacting your well-being and preventing you from feeling fully connected to yourself and others.

I am a culturally sensitive Master's level social worker who is passionate about working with diverse populations and creating a non-judgmental space where each client feels heard, respected, and understood. I provide counselling to youth, adults, individuals, couples, and families and I have over 14 years of experience as a clinician on the frontline and in leadership teams. I understand that at times, life’s impacts bring stress, worry, frustration, and anxiety. I work to provide clients with the right support, help, and guidance so that they can cope with challenges and re-discover their path to a more fulfilling life.

I have experience working with youth and adults with an emphasis on and gender diverse folks and the LGBTQ2S community. I have supported clients with a range of presenting issues, including anxiety and depression, body image, eating disorders, gender/sexuality-related issues, personality disorders, intergenerational trauma, complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and substance use. My approach is grounded in a trauma-informed, intersectional anti-oppressive framework and I aim to foster resilience and empowerment using a warm, collaborative approach to support folks in meeting their goals.

With caring, compassion, and good humor, I can help you increase clarity into your personal values and goals, identify and change patterns that are holding you back, and make meaning from your experiences. I collaborate with you to ensure that we are effectively making strides to restoring a sense of balance. I provide Individual Therapy for Adolescents and Adults to treat Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Relationship Issues, Life and Career Transitions, Addiction, and Emotion Dysregulation. I have advanced training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and have practiced in residential, intensive outpatient, and outpatient clinic settings.

Experienced Social Worker registered in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. I am a professional counselor and life coach with over 16 years of experience working with individuals and families in the social service sector. I support clients from diverse cultures and with diverse needs. I use a person-centered, strengths-based, anti-oppressive approach in my work. I provide a 15 min free phone consultation. Feeling, isolated, stressed, depressed, worried, confused and afraid? Your experience is personal, it is real, and it needs to be respected and understood.

I work with couples and individuals providing in-person therapy as well as virtual therapy which have been exceedingly popular as it provides more flexibility in today's culture. In couples therapy I incorporate gottman theory, emotionally focused therapy (EFT) and attachment therapy. I work with individuals suffering from various anxiety disorders, as well as depression, suicidality and grief related to infertility. I have an eclectic approach, incorporating cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques as well as pulling from different theoretical orientations such as attachment theory and motivational interviewing techniques.

Unfolding, experiencing and living our authentic selves is what I am passionate about. I am highly skilled in guiding clients in accessing and exploring obstacles that are results of our deeply rooted beliefs. Unquestioned beliefs or limiting thoughts that can manifest as anxiety, depression or other psycho-emotional difficulties can actually be guiding lights on our journey to our true Selves. The essence of our being remains untouched as we grow and is waiting to be found and reconnected with. When you connect on a deeper level with your Self, your purpose, gifts, and talents show in their fullness and potentials show up.

I believe you have the innate capacity to heal from a range of issues such as eating disorders, domestic violence, marital difficulties, and more. I utilize my years of experience in addition to a holistic approach with evidence based practices that will guide you toward possibilities you couldn’t see before. Our therapeutic relationship is the foundation of safety and trust that will pave the way for your self exploration as you gain the tools to navigate life's changes.

Namaste! I provide individual, relationship and marriage counselling, in a nonjudgmental, relaxed environment. Over the last 35 years I have worked with individuals and couples guiding, teaching and helping them by using an eclectic approach, and a variety of different types of modalities depending on the particular needs of my clients. I also provide family mediation and relationship counselling for couples who have split. I am a sex therapist, working with all couples and individuals. I specialize in many areas, as I believe all issues are connected, so to treat problems in isolation is unrealistic and can be short lived.

Are you struggling to bring more wellness and balance into your life? Do you want to cultivate relationships that are more manageable, meaningful, compassionate and collaborative? Are you experiencing a life transition? Do you want to gain skills that help you move through periods of unease with purpose and clarity?

When you are feeling out of sorts. When you are feeling like you are no longer in control of your own story. When are looking to make a change and try a different path, I might just be the counsellor for you. I use a client centered approach to help you find your own story again and give you the tools to be content in the identity you are discovering for yourself. We can develop a solution that gives you more control over your own life. For online and out of London, ON, you can book here https://www.shiftcollab.com/therapists/kimberly-gautreau

We are Human Beings not Human Doings! Finding the power to be who we want to be and feel how we want to feel takes effort and support. You are not alone. We first uncover and heal anything blocking you from being your true authentic self. Reducing your stress, worry and mastering your emotions then learning and applying new ways of being so you reach optimal levels of emotional wellness is key. Whatever it is you're struggling with, I'm here to let you know that I care and my holistic approach will leave no stone unturned. Let's work to find the root cause of what's holding you down so you can heal and transform. The time is now!

With compassion and empathy, and through a unique blend of psychology and alternative/holistic therapies, I support people in transforming their lives from places of pain and suffering, to journeys of growth, healing, and valued-living. I feel honoured and humbled to bare witness to their story, acknowledging the amount of strength and courage it takes to share such intimate and private details of their life. I specialize in helping people heal from trauma/past hurts & navigate relationship issues. We explore what matters most to you so you can take action steps toward a life rooted in your values to create the life you love, now!

I am a passionate and dynamic Psychotherapist with over 18+ years experience in providing Psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families experiencing a range of psychological difficulties. My work is inspired by eclectic approach in which I apply different therapeutic modalities based on the needs and best interest of my client. I predominantly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focussed Therapy, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, Solution Focussed approach in my practice.

We all have different backgrounds and journeys that lead us to crossroads in life; some of us are hoping for relief, while others are searching for growth. When I get calls from clients looking for help, they don’t ask me what modality I use, instead they want to know who I am. Therapy is more about the relationship than the method, and this has been proven by research. I will apply my knowledge and expertise to help you navigate your psychological, emotional and relational issues with care. I have been helping people for over a decade in various capacities. We all have untapped resources and strengths waiting to be discovered.

Trauma and some life experiences are often out of our control. My hope is to be able to help you and support you through the challenges that you have encountered, the emotions and feelings that you can't seem to control or manage and to help you gain back control of your own life.

Welcome to my profile! I provide English-Spanish bilingual counselling to individuals, couples and families experiencing a variety of life transitions and challenges. Patients come to me for a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grieving, anger, and relationships. My approach to counselling is eclectic, meaning that I chose the modality of work based on your personality style and what can be most effective to you. My treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Attachment Theory and Systems Theory. I am also a Career Counsellor; I can support you in finding your career path.

Let's be real- life can get tough. You may be faced with challenges such as experiencing trauma or loss, navigating complex relationship or family dynamics, encountering discrimination at school or work, or overcoming financial stressors. These difficulties can be further amplified as a person of colour and being raised in an immigrant household. Naturally, hardships can evoke feelings of hopelessness, numbness, or anxiety. You may find yourself feeling stuck and unable to move forward. Or you may be relying on coping mechanisms that, while once helpful, no longer serve you, and struggling to break free from these habits.