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Gabriela Vilar
Registered Psychotherapist, MAC, CRPO, OAMHP, CWC, Bsc
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, ON L4C  (Online Only)
Attachment and Family Systems theories are excellent frameworks for working with relationship issues and childhood trauma.
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.
Attachment and Family Systems theories are excellent frameworks for working with relationship issues and childhood trauma.
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.
(647) 899-2692 View (647) 899-2692
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Dr. Limor Zomer
Psychologist, MA, MEd, PhD
Verified Verified
Dr. Zomer is a clinical psychologist who provides mental health services regarding a variety of issues. Concerns may involve stress management, anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management, family discord, abuse, career issues, grief, and addiction, as well as other mental health issues. She provides services to diverse populations, including LGBTQ+, Indigenous community, and other minority groups.
Dr. Zomer is a clinical psychologist who provides mental health services regarding a variety of issues. Concerns may involve stress management, anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management, family discord, abuse, career issues, grief, and addiction, as well as other mental health issues. She provides services to diverse populations, including LGBTQ+, Indigenous community, and other minority groups.
(289) 809-6212 View (289) 809-6212
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Lisa Freud-Goldman
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
I am a clinical therapist with over 30 years of experience working in the field of mental health and the treatment of anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorders, relationship issues,post-traumatic stress syndrome, grief, anger management, and addictions. I also provide specialized counseling for individuals who have been in trouble with the law. Following an extensive training program I am now providing Family Mediation services. I work in partnership with my clients to establish the approach that works best for them. Each treatment plan is individualized and flexible. All sessions are provided online.
I am a clinical therapist with over 30 years of experience working in the field of mental health and the treatment of anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorders, relationship issues,post-traumatic stress syndrome, grief, anger management, and addictions. I also provide specialized counseling for individuals who have been in trouble with the law. Following an extensive training program I am now providing Family Mediation services. I work in partnership with my clients to establish the approach that works best for them. Each treatment plan is individualized and flexible. All sessions are provided online.
(647) 955-3877 View (647) 955-3877
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Patricia A Weinberg
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
We offer adult, child, teenager, family and couple's counselling. Focusing on the strengths, abilities and feelings of our patients, we can help them move forward and make positive changes in their lives. We help to improve relationships, behaviours and academic performance, as well as to deal positively with difficult situations and work on emotional issues. As we’re a group of professionals from different cultural backgrounds, we can offer services in different languages, and with an understanding of different cultures. Our services are covered by most insurance companies and we offer reduced fees through our internship program.
We offer adult, child, teenager, family and couple's counselling. Focusing on the strengths, abilities and feelings of our patients, we can help them move forward and make positive changes in their lives. We help to improve relationships, behaviours and academic performance, as well as to deal positively with difficult situations and work on emotional issues. As we’re a group of professionals from different cultural backgrounds, we can offer services in different languages, and with an understanding of different cultures. Our services are covered by most insurance companies and we offer reduced fees through our internship program.
(289) 236-3253 View (289) 236-3253
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Heba Ragheb
Registered Psychotherapist, HBSc, MSW, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, disconnected or struggling with difficult emotions (i.e. depression, anxiety, burnout or anger), I can certainly support you. We all get hit with hardships. It takes courage to seek help. I am happy to work with you to relieve your stress, achieve wellness and improve you quality of life. My area of specialty includes working with individuals, couples and families to manage and heal from the impact of depression, anxiety and trauma. I have an eclectic approach that combines several modalities i.e. CBT, Psychodynamic & Narrative therapy). I also offer group counselling & supervision services.
If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, disconnected or struggling with difficult emotions (i.e. depression, anxiety, burnout or anger), I can certainly support you. We all get hit with hardships. It takes courage to seek help. I am happy to work with you to relieve your stress, achieve wellness and improve you quality of life. My area of specialty includes working with individuals, couples and families to manage and heal from the impact of depression, anxiety and trauma. I have an eclectic approach that combines several modalities i.e. CBT, Psychodynamic & Narrative therapy). I also offer group counselling & supervision services.
(647) 370-3784 View (647) 370-3784
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Hadi Bahiraei
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
With over 20 years of experience in clinical and academic settings, Dr. Hadi Bahiraei is a registered psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. He has provided psychological treatment to adults and families since 1996. He applies individual Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, MBCT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy), Emotion-Focused Therapy ,Short-Term Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Schema Therapy for a range of psychological difficulties such as personality disorders, depression and stress, anxiety (phobias, trauma, PTSD, and compulsions), and health anxiety. He also conducts psychological assessments/evaluations for a range of emotional and cognitive problems with adults.
With over 20 years of experience in clinical and academic settings, Dr. Hadi Bahiraei is a registered psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. He has provided psychological treatment to adults and families since 1996. He applies individual Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, MBCT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy), Emotion-Focused Therapy ,Short-Term Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Schema Therapy for a range of psychological difficulties such as personality disorders, depression and stress, anxiety (phobias, trauma, PTSD, and compulsions), and health anxiety. He also conducts psychological assessments/evaluations for a range of emotional and cognitive problems with adults.
(647) 930-6787 View (647) 930-6787
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Laura Cowal
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MTA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond Hill, ON L4C  (Online Only)
Are you feeling chained to the past and locked into “autopilot” mode? Are relationships leaving you wonder about belonging or being good enough? Trauma leaves an undeniable trail of distrust and fear in our mind and our bodies. Trauma is what went wrong and what was never given. Its imprints shape our stress response, emotional thresholds and how we relate to others. So, what if you could quiet your survival brain and take back control of your life? Therapy is about becoming the architect of your life and the master of your mind and body. It’s time to take charge and shape the new you.
Are you feeling chained to the past and locked into “autopilot” mode? Are relationships leaving you wonder about belonging or being good enough? Trauma leaves an undeniable trail of distrust and fear in our mind and our bodies. Trauma is what went wrong and what was never given. Its imprints shape our stress response, emotional thresholds and how we relate to others. So, what if you could quiet your survival brain and take back control of your life? Therapy is about becoming the architect of your life and the master of your mind and body. It’s time to take charge and shape the new you.
(289) 216-7062 View (289) 216-7062
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The Dot Canada
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, ON L4C  (Online Only)
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
(289) 204-2212 View (289) 204-2212
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Karla Groen
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, ON L4C  (Online Only)
Sometimes life is just overwhelming and hard. Whether you're experiencing a major life change or feel stuck where you are, therapy is an opportunity to increase your capacity to grow, change, and experience healing. I will work alongside you to find ways to cope with difficulty and experience greater life fulfillment. I work with teens, adults, and couples on a range of issues. I have over 10 years experience working extensively with depression, anxiety, relational conflict, trauma, women's' issues, life transitions, and grief and loss.
Sometimes life is just overwhelming and hard. Whether you're experiencing a major life change or feel stuck where you are, therapy is an opportunity to increase your capacity to grow, change, and experience healing. I will work alongside you to find ways to cope with difficulty and experience greater life fulfillment. I work with teens, adults, and couples on a range of issues. I have over 10 years experience working extensively with depression, anxiety, relational conflict, trauma, women's' issues, life transitions, and grief and loss.
(289) 276-8097 View (289) 276-8097
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Bhatia Psychology Group
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bhatia Psychology Group provides individual and couples therapy to help you build a mentally healthier and happier life. Our team features clinical psychologists, social workers, and registered psychotherapists. We more than therapists — we are caring, compassionate and committed individuals guiding you on a path to happiness, self-love and inner peace. We are here to help if you are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges or more.
Bhatia Psychology Group provides individual and couples therapy to help you build a mentally healthier and happier life. Our team features clinical psychologists, social workers, and registered psychotherapists. We more than therapists — we are caring, compassionate and committed individuals guiding you on a path to happiness, self-love and inner peace. We are here to help if you are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges or more.
(289) 805-3520 View (289) 805-3520
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Maneet Bhatia - Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, C, Psych
Verified Verified
Life is full of challenges, obstacles, and stressors that we all face within our lives. Even with our best efforts to try to "fix" our problems, or "get over" negative feelings, these challenges continue to persist. When they persist, it is important for us to seek out the assistance of a qualified professional. Reaching out for professional help is not a sign of weakness or personal failure - it is a sign of wanting to live a healthier and authentic life.
Life is full of challenges, obstacles, and stressors that we all face within our lives. Even with our best efforts to try to "fix" our problems, or "get over" negative feelings, these challenges continue to persist. When they persist, it is important for us to seek out the assistance of a qualified professional. Reaching out for professional help is not a sign of weakness or personal failure - it is a sign of wanting to live a healthier and authentic life.
(289) 902-2058 View (289) 902-2058
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Ida Zarrabi
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, ADMH, MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hey, I am Ida- welcome! My approach is completely client-centred and grounded in empathy, authenticity and collaboration. Inclusivity and integrity are primary pillars in my practice with rapport-building being a fundamental component of a competent counselling culture. I aim to support individuals in finding balance within their lives and in their minds.
Hey, I am Ida- welcome! My approach is completely client-centred and grounded in empathy, authenticity and collaboration. Inclusivity and integrity are primary pillars in my practice with rapport-building being a fundamental component of a competent counselling culture. I aim to support individuals in finding balance within their lives and in their minds.
(437) 372-5668 View (437) 372-5668
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Shaahin (Ghaffar) Malek Khosravi
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), PhD, RP(Q), OAMHP
Verified Verified
Sometimes we are mentally injured by events or accidents in our lives; they can cause shallow or deep wounds and trauma to our emotions. In some cases, we scratch our wounds unconsciously and worsen them instead of accepting and healing them compassionately. Uncompassionate focus on our injuries or pain can negatively impact our quality of life. They may bring stress, anxiety, depression, and other uncomfortable feelings. Counselling can soothe wounds and ease pain. I try to help you heal those wounds and improve your health. I will be there with you throughout this journey by listening to you and gaining insight together.
Sometimes we are mentally injured by events or accidents in our lives; they can cause shallow or deep wounds and trauma to our emotions. In some cases, we scratch our wounds unconsciously and worsen them instead of accepting and healing them compassionately. Uncompassionate focus on our injuries or pain can negatively impact our quality of life. They may bring stress, anxiety, depression, and other uncomfortable feelings. Counselling can soothe wounds and ease pain. I try to help you heal those wounds and improve your health. I will be there with you throughout this journey by listening to you and gaining insight together.
(289) 597-9080 View (289) 597-9080
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Mindfulness Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Psyc, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Mindfulness based psychotherapy is a powerful approach to healing that is based on the ancient wisdom of how to work with our own minds. Mindfulness is defined by paying attention, with intention, in the present moment, without judgment. Clients who practice mindfulness skills share that their lives are more positive, they have an enhanced sense of well-being and better relationships all around. In Mindfulness Psychotherapy, I work with clients to support their development of moment-by-moment awareness by teaching a variety of skills and techniques, which will aid in their development.
Mindfulness based psychotherapy is a powerful approach to healing that is based on the ancient wisdom of how to work with our own minds. Mindfulness is defined by paying attention, with intention, in the present moment, without judgment. Clients who practice mindfulness skills share that their lives are more positive, they have an enhanced sense of well-being and better relationships all around. In Mindfulness Psychotherapy, I work with clients to support their development of moment-by-moment awareness by teaching a variety of skills and techniques, which will aid in their development.
(647) 370-7528 View (647) 370-7528
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Lynn Qi
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Life is a journey full of ups and downs, twists and turns. So, of course, we all stumble, fall, or get off track along the way. The reasons are numerous, and the stumbles and falls can sometimes feel extremely painful. We can feel confused, stressed, discouraged, and sad. We are all human, and we all need someone to help us along the journey. Let me walk with you and begin the journey to health and healing.
Life is a journey full of ups and downs, twists and turns. So, of course, we all stumble, fall, or get off track along the way. The reasons are numerous, and the stumbles and falls can sometimes feel extremely painful. We can feel confused, stressed, discouraged, and sad. We are all human, and we all need someone to help us along the journey. Let me walk with you and begin the journey to health and healing.
(289) 217-4367 View (289) 217-4367
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Alessia Ciampa
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, BA
Verified Verified
Life comes with its ups and downs, and at times it can be difficult to process and cope with our thoughts and emotions during these hardships. Together, we can work through these challenges and find strategies to help you address the root causes of these difficulties while finding ways to cope and move forward. I feel that while embarking on this journey it is important to build a positive and healthy relationship with oneself. Through increasing self-awareness and self-compassion, you can truly love yourself fully and improve your mood and mindset. "When things change inside you, things change around you."
Life comes with its ups and downs, and at times it can be difficult to process and cope with our thoughts and emotions during these hardships. Together, we can work through these challenges and find strategies to help you address the root causes of these difficulties while finding ways to cope and move forward. I feel that while embarking on this journey it is important to build a positive and healthy relationship with oneself. Through increasing self-awareness and self-compassion, you can truly love yourself fully and improve your mood and mindset. "When things change inside you, things change around you."
(289) 216-6954 View (289) 216-6954

Online Therapists

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Gabriella Carafa
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond Hill, ON L4C  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am especially passionate about and certified to work with individuals in the perinatal period who may be dealing with infertility, pregnancy (both planned and unplanned), perinatal loss/bereavement, coping with an antenatal diagnosis, perinatal mood disorders, transitioning to parenthood and/or are parents with disabilities. I also offer disability affirming therapy and have experience working with parents who have children with disabilities, adolescents and adults with both congenital and acquired disabilities. I also work with individuals who experience anxiety, and/or depression.
I am especially passionate about and certified to work with individuals in the perinatal period who may be dealing with infertility, pregnancy (both planned and unplanned), perinatal loss/bereavement, coping with an antenatal diagnosis, perinatal mood disorders, transitioning to parenthood and/or are parents with disabilities. I also offer disability affirming therapy and have experience working with parents who have children with disabilities, adolescents and adults with both congenital and acquired disabilities. I also work with individuals who experience anxiety, and/or depression.
(647) 496-5759 View (647) 496-5759
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Sara Saniee
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Are you tired of living in "survival mode"? Either feeling chronically unsettled or inexpressibly low and numb! Perhaps, something feels missing; an emptiness you can’t quite put your finger on! There comes a time when just getting by is not enough and we can no longer hide behind a smile. Change begins when we decide that "waiting for the pain to dissipate" is no longer an option. So what if you could take back control of your life and live unchained by your history? How far would you thrive if you could tailor a life of your own design, uninterrupted by stress, anxiety or pain stories?
Are you tired of living in "survival mode"? Either feeling chronically unsettled or inexpressibly low and numb! Perhaps, something feels missing; an emptiness you can’t quite put your finger on! There comes a time when just getting by is not enough and we can no longer hide behind a smile. Change begins when we decide that "waiting for the pain to dissipate" is no longer an option. So what if you could take back control of your life and live unchained by your history? How far would you thrive if you could tailor a life of your own design, uninterrupted by stress, anxiety or pain stories?
(289) 217-0906 View (289) 217-0906

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Family Therapy Counsellors

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.