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Markham, ON L3T
Are you feeling disconnected to yourself, loved ones, or society? Do you question whether you are a good father, son, or partner? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, powerless, guilty, or "not normal". Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support. Often, this struggle may lead to addiction, anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, suicidal ideation, poor relationships, grief, low self-esteem, or low self-worth. First Step Men's Therapy offers a safe, warm, and inviting space for men to heal, learn, and grow. Book a free consultation today. No waitlist - Click the "website" button to start!
In our work together, we will explore how you arrived at this part of your journey and identify unhelpful and destructive thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that have impacted your ability to live authentically and be true to yourself. We will develop goals and clarify values that are meaningful to you while focusing on your strengths, gifts, and assets.
Our specializations include: sex therapy, sexual addiction, alcohol use, substance misuse, ADHD, anger management, anxiety, infidelity, divorce, depression, men's issues, grief, parenting, and couples counselling. We also have therapists that are NIHB and VAC registered. For a free 20-minute consultation, please email, call, or visit the website link today.
Call or First Step Men's Therapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (289) 814-9978

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

First Step Men's Therapy - Markham/Thornhill

Markham, ON L3T

(289) 814-9978

Windsor, ON N8X

Website
Our admin team is available 9am-7pm to answer your questions and book a free consult. Our booking system is open 24/7/365. No Waitlist!
I specialize in ADHD, Sex Therapy and Addiction 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
We offer in-person and online appointments, direct billing, affordable therapy options, and 30 therapists to choose from.
First Step Men's Therapy
Let's Connect (289) 814-9978
Photo of Adam Gelinas - First Step Men's Therapy, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

First Step Men's Therapy - Markham/Thornhill

Markham, ON L3T

(289) 814-9978

Windsor, ON N8X

Website
Our admin team is available 9am-7pm to answer your questions and book a free consult. Our booking system is open 24/7/365. No Waitlist!
I specialize in ADHD, Sex Therapy and Addiction 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
We offer in-person and online appointments, direct billing, affordable therapy options, and 30 therapists to choose from.
First Step Men's Therapy

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Beneva | SSQ
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Canada Life | Great-West Life
  • Chambers Plan
  • Desjardins
  • Equitable Life of Canada
  • First Canadian Health
  • First Nations Health Authority
  • First Nations NIHB
  • Great-West Life
  • Green Shield Canada
  • iA Financial Group
  • Johnston Group
  • Manulife
  • Maximum Benefit
  • Medavie Blue Cross
  • Royal Canadian Mounted Police
  • SunLife
  • TELUS Health
  • Veterans Affairs Canada
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We have rates that vary depending on each therapist, with an Affordable Therapy Program that offers sessions from $25. We also offer direct billing via Telus E-Claims for certain insurance providers covered within this network.
Photo of Adam Gelinas - First Step Men's Therapy, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 814-9978
"
We have rates that vary depending on each therapist, with an Affordable Therapy Program that offers sessions from $25. We also offer direct billing via Telus E-Claims for certain insurance providers covered within this network.
Photo of Adam Gelinas - First Step Men's Therapy, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 814-9978

Qualifications

    Registered Psychotherapist: Adam Gelinas

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 10600 Adam Gelinas
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Our team has extensive training on a wide range of mental health issues. We are approved as providers for NIHB and Veteran Affairs (VAC) coverage.
Photo of Adam Gelinas - First Step Men's Therapy, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 814-9978
"
Our team has extensive training on a wide range of mental health issues. We are approved as providers for NIHB and Veteran Affairs (VAC) coverage.
Photo of Adam Gelinas - First Step Men's Therapy, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 814-9978

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Sex Therapy
  • Addiction

Expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Drug Abuse
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Gambling
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Internet Addiction
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Video Game Addiction
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Our therapists are trained and have experience in treating sexual addiction, sex therapy, ADHD, couples counselling, addiction, and other mental health challenges.
Photo of Adam Gelinas - First Step Men's Therapy, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 814-9978
"
Our therapists are trained and have experience in treating sexual addiction, sex therapy, ADHD, couples counselling, addiction, and other mental health challenges.
Photo of Adam Gelinas - First Step Men's Therapy, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 814-9978


Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • EMDR
  • Gottman Method
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Imago
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Schema Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
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We work with men and their partners on a wide range of mental health concerns. We offer individual and couples therapy. We have a team of associate therapists with a wide range of trainings and skills. To book a free consultation, please reach out to us via email or phone or at firststepmenstherapy.janeapp.com
Photo of Adam Gelinas - First Step Men's Therapy, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 814-9978
"
We work with men and their partners on a wide range of mental health concerns. We offer individual and couples therapy. We have a team of associate therapists with a wide range of trainings and skills. To book a free consultation, please reach out to us via email or phone or at firststepmenstherapy.janeapp.com
Photo of Adam Gelinas - First Step Men's Therapy, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 814-9978

Location

Primary Location

First Step Men's Therapy - Markham/Thornhill

Markham, ON L3T

(289) 814-9978

Additional Location

Windsor, ON N8X

(289) 814-9978

Nearby Areas

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Our admin team is available 9am-7pm to answer your questions and book a free consult. Our booking system is open 24/7/365. No Waitlist!
Photo of Adam Gelinas - First Step Men's Therapy, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
Call for a free consultation now - (289) 814-9978
"
Our admin team is available 9am-7pm to answer your questions and book a free consult. Our booking system is open 24/7/365. No Waitlist!
Photo of Adam Gelinas - First Step Men's Therapy, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
Call for a free consultation now - (289) 814-9978