Therapists in M5R
Halyna Polityka
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R (Online Only)
If you’re new to therapy or not, it’s always most important to find a therapist who you connect with. I am directive and like to provide structure to our work together. I will challenge you while also working with you at your pace and current threshold. If you don’t know where to start, or if you have very particular goals, I will work with you to ensure you are getting something out of our time together. Let's see if we're a good fit! Book your appointment here: www.halynaptherapy.janeapp.com/
If you’re new to therapy or not, it’s always most important to find a therapist who you connect with. I am directive and like to provide structure to our work together. I will challenge you while also working with you at your pace and current threshold. If you don’t know where to start, or if you have very particular goals, I will work with you to ensure you are getting something out of our time together. Let's see if we're a good fit! Book your appointment here: www.halynaptherapy.janeapp.com/
Karla Belfon
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R (Online Only)
I believe that human connection is transformative. My approach to change is collaborative and compassionate, based on mutual respect and honesty. Together we will identify patterns and themes, set treatment goals, and develop strategies to enhance your life. Conversations often lead back to themes of acceptance, resilience and self-compassion.
I believe that human connection is transformative. My approach to change is collaborative and compassionate, based on mutual respect and honesty. Together we will identify patterns and themes, set treatment goals, and develop strategies to enhance your life. Conversations often lead back to themes of acceptance, resilience and self-compassion.
Tania Hernandez
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R (Online Only)
Emotional pain is an inherent part of the human experience, but you don’t have to go through it alone. In our sessions, we will work through your struggles and together create a clear path for you to feel in control and content with your life. You'll enter a non-judgmental space where you can truly be you, with the ability to express your innermost thoughts and feelings. I will meet you where you are in your journey with acceptance and compassion. I work with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, attachment issues and interpersonal concerns such as work, family, relationships and friendships.
Emotional pain is an inherent part of the human experience, but you don’t have to go through it alone. In our sessions, we will work through your struggles and together create a clear path for you to feel in control and content with your life. You'll enter a non-judgmental space where you can truly be you, with the ability to express your innermost thoughts and feelings. I will meet you where you are in your journey with acceptance and compassion. I work with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, attachment issues and interpersonal concerns such as work, family, relationships and friendships.
I offer individual, couple, and family psychotherapy. My therapeutic stance is one of respect and active engagement. I like to explore resiliency, knowledge, aspirations and resources so you and I can have conversations that highlight what is going well while gently redirecting thinking and behavioural patterns that may be interfering with your capacity to feel connected to yourself and others. Whether this is solo or partnered endeavour, you will be able to gain clarity of your personal needs, develop self-compassion and acceptance, and uncover new bonding possibilities, and ways to maintain emotional connections.
I offer individual, couple, and family psychotherapy. My therapeutic stance is one of respect and active engagement. I like to explore resiliency, knowledge, aspirations and resources so you and I can have conversations that highlight what is going well while gently redirecting thinking and behavioural patterns that may be interfering with your capacity to feel connected to yourself and others. Whether this is solo or partnered endeavour, you will be able to gain clarity of your personal needs, develop self-compassion and acceptance, and uncover new bonding possibilities, and ways to maintain emotional connections.
How do you find hope? You're someone who values close relationships, sets clear goals, and possesses the determination to achieve them. But, there are moments when you may feel disconnected from the person you aspire to be. You've dedicated months, maybe even years, to bridging the gap and rediscovering your best self. You might have a goal in mind, yet you're uncertain about the path ahead. Perhaps you're wrestling with motivation and self-doubt, just trying to hang on by a thread.
How do you find hope? You're someone who values close relationships, sets clear goals, and possesses the determination to achieve them. But, there are moments when you may feel disconnected from the person you aspire to be. You've dedicated months, maybe even years, to bridging the gap and rediscovering your best self. You might have a goal in mind, yet you're uncertain about the path ahead. Perhaps you're wrestling with motivation and self-doubt, just trying to hang on by a thread.
With 15 years of experience as the head counsellor at The Michener Institute, I offer professional support for anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and family challenges. My use of both Gestalt Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) gives me a wide range of options for support for both individual and couples. Gestalt focuses on the 'here and now,' our body experiences and childhood patterns and helps us be present in our relationships. CBT has been rigorously tested in over 1000 studies, and is a therapy that supports depression, attention deficit disorder (ADD), panic and anxiety, phobias and stress.
With 15 years of experience as the head counsellor at The Michener Institute, I offer professional support for anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and family challenges. My use of both Gestalt Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) gives me a wide range of options for support for both individual and couples. Gestalt focuses on the 'here and now,' our body experiences and childhood patterns and helps us be present in our relationships. CBT has been rigorously tested in over 1000 studies, and is a therapy that supports depression, attention deficit disorder (ADD), panic and anxiety, phobias and stress.
***NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR IN-PERSON (SAUGA/VAUGHAN) AND PHONE/VIDEO*** Let’s be honest, life is hard, and in many ways, we juggle more today than we ever have! Life’s challenges can leave us feeling stressed, confused, demotivated, even helpless and hopeless. It can be a tough road to travel, but you don't have to walk it alone. As a therapist, I don’t think anyone should feel that way. I am committed to supporting my clients with guidance, care, and connected to the proper resources. With experience working with youth, students, adults, and parents, I enjoy collaborating with clients on a variety of challenges.
***NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR IN-PERSON (SAUGA/VAUGHAN) AND PHONE/VIDEO*** Let’s be honest, life is hard, and in many ways, we juggle more today than we ever have! Life’s challenges can leave us feeling stressed, confused, demotivated, even helpless and hopeless. It can be a tough road to travel, but you don't have to walk it alone. As a therapist, I don’t think anyone should feel that way. I am committed to supporting my clients with guidance, care, and connected to the proper resources. With experience working with youth, students, adults, and parents, I enjoy collaborating with clients on a variety of challenges.
Samantha Ranta: Counselling And Supervision
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R (Online Only)
Why can't I just...? This is a common thought in your head that you find yourself stuck on. You feel like no one quite understands what you need, not even you. In a world of "self-care" you find that nothing is helping and that you are failing those around you as well as yourself. Your intimate relationship is full of challenges that neither of you can address. You feel disconnected from those around you. These challenges impact your relationships, your ability to work and engage in social interactions. Life stressors and the strategies to overcome these are individual to each person so let's explore the interconnectedness of needs.
Why can't I just...? This is a common thought in your head that you find yourself stuck on. You feel like no one quite understands what you need, not even you. In a world of "self-care" you find that nothing is helping and that you are failing those around you as well as yourself. Your intimate relationship is full of challenges that neither of you can address. You feel disconnected from those around you. These challenges impact your relationships, your ability to work and engage in social interactions. Life stressors and the strategies to overcome these are individual to each person so let's explore the interconnectedness of needs.
Scott A Barter
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, BComm, CCAC, CACCF
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R
Are alcohol and/or drugs interfering with your life? Are you using substances when you are depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Are you looking for ways to improve relationships, mood, and personal well-being? Are you looking for a compassionate and experienced professional counsellor to make positive changes in your life? Utilizing evidence-based therapeutic methods (CBT, MI, and Mindfulness), my private practice will help you examine your personal goals, work towards empowering you to address your substance use to build healthy relationships, sustain and maintain sobriety, and to make positive changes in your life.
Are alcohol and/or drugs interfering with your life? Are you using substances when you are depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Are you looking for ways to improve relationships, mood, and personal well-being? Are you looking for a compassionate and experienced professional counsellor to make positive changes in your life? Utilizing evidence-based therapeutic methods (CBT, MI, and Mindfulness), my private practice will help you examine your personal goals, work towards empowering you to address your substance use to build healthy relationships, sustain and maintain sobriety, and to make positive changes in your life.
From The Heart Psychotherapy - Sara Kamin, RP
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, (Hons), MSc, DipTIRP, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R
Everyone experiences life differently, but we can make sense of it together. I provide a space in which you can talk through the challenges of life in the context of an empathic, caring and safe relationship. I approach my work as a therapist with relational and empathic listening, nonjudgmental exploration, interactive engagement, respectful challenge, and mutual participation in the therapeutic process. My work is informed by a holistic approach to respect the relational, interconnected nature of human experience. Together we will explore the emotional, cognitive, physical, sociocultural & spiritual factors that impact your life.
Everyone experiences life differently, but we can make sense of it together. I provide a space in which you can talk through the challenges of life in the context of an empathic, caring and safe relationship. I approach my work as a therapist with relational and empathic listening, nonjudgmental exploration, interactive engagement, respectful challenge, and mutual participation in the therapeutic process. My work is informed by a holistic approach to respect the relational, interconnected nature of human experience. Together we will explore the emotional, cognitive, physical, sociocultural & spiritual factors that impact your life.
CRC Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R
Waitlist for new clients
Hi my name is Constantine. I truly feel privileged helping you become "unstuck", through encouragement towards positive life changes, realization of potential and accomplishment of achievable goals. You are in the driver's seat and I am right beside you helping navigate through your unique journey towards self-discovery. It will be up to you where you want to go, how far and at what pace. My job will be to listen, and when you're ready I will act as a guide, suggesting possible options and interpretations along the way. If this sounds like what you're looking for, let's connect today!
Hi my name is Constantine. I truly feel privileged helping you become "unstuck", through encouragement towards positive life changes, realization of potential and accomplishment of achievable goals. You are in the driver's seat and I am right beside you helping navigate through your unique journey towards self-discovery. It will be up to you where you want to go, how far and at what pace. My job will be to listen, and when you're ready I will act as a guide, suggesting possible options and interpretations along the way. If this sounds like what you're looking for, let's connect today!
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Registered Social Worker, BA, BAA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R
How you connect with your therapist will be the most important factor in determining how you make progress in therapy. This bond and comfort to share personal information should start to build from the first meeting. With that in mind, I will provide a supportive, non-judgemental environment from which you can explore what is important to you. I have extensive training and experience (12 years counsellor; 9 years social worker, in hospitals, community settings and private practice) providing effective treatment for adult individuals, couples, groups, and supervising other therapists.
How you connect with your therapist will be the most important factor in determining how you make progress in therapy. This bond and comfort to share personal information should start to build from the first meeting. With that in mind, I will provide a supportive, non-judgemental environment from which you can explore what is important to you. I have extensive training and experience (12 years counsellor; 9 years social worker, in hospitals, community settings and private practice) providing effective treatment for adult individuals, couples, groups, and supervising other therapists.
Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Is it intolerable to be around people yet painful to be alone? Are you in awe of your own circumstances? If these are some of your thoughts and fears I am here to listen and help. We become powerless and hopeless with our perceived loss of choice. Reaching out can be the first step to untangle the myths that you have created about yourself, others and the world around you. Through sharing and finding a new voice, curiosity can be renewed and with that journey - hope. You no longer have to be held hostage by your feelings, actions, thoughts or relationships. Compassion is key.
Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Is it intolerable to be around people yet painful to be alone? Are you in awe of your own circumstances? If these are some of your thoughts and fears I am here to listen and help. We become powerless and hopeless with our perceived loss of choice. Reaching out can be the first step to untangle the myths that you have created about yourself, others and the world around you. Through sharing and finding a new voice, curiosity can be renewed and with that journey - hope. You no longer have to be held hostage by your feelings, actions, thoughts or relationships. Compassion is key.
Lorna Anderson
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R (Online Only)
***NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR PHONE/VIDEO*** It’s a privilege and honour to be doing this work, and to walk alongside clients on their respective healing journeys. I believe that everyone is the expert of their own lives and life experiences. By working collaboratively and through meaning-making, I aim to support clients in connecting with their needs, dreams, hopes, as well as to the answers I believe each person has inside them. My approach is trauma-informed, non-directive, strength-based, and client-centered. Healing, the discovery of possibilities, one’s resilience, and one's gifts can all be part of the therapy process.
***NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR PHONE/VIDEO*** It’s a privilege and honour to be doing this work, and to walk alongside clients on their respective healing journeys. I believe that everyone is the expert of their own lives and life experiences. By working collaboratively and through meaning-making, I aim to support clients in connecting with their needs, dreams, hopes, as well as to the answers I believe each person has inside them. My approach is trauma-informed, non-directive, strength-based, and client-centered. Healing, the discovery of possibilities, one’s resilience, and one's gifts can all be part of the therapy process.
Are you feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns, disconnected from yourself, or struggling with life's challenges and transitions? You might be seeking a space for profound growth, connection, and healing. You deserve an empathic guide to support you in tapping into your inner wisdom, self-trust, and resilience on this journey. As the expert of your own experiences, you'll meet a genuine ally committed to empowering you through thought-provoking dialogue and gentle reflective questioning, helping you develop rich self-understanding and deep, true self-compassion.
Are you feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns, disconnected from yourself, or struggling with life's challenges and transitions? You might be seeking a space for profound growth, connection, and healing. You deserve an empathic guide to support you in tapping into your inner wisdom, self-trust, and resilience on this journey. As the expert of your own experiences, you'll meet a genuine ally committed to empowering you through thought-provoking dialogue and gentle reflective questioning, helping you develop rich self-understanding and deep, true self-compassion.
Shoban Jeyamuraly
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R
I believe that we all have the capacity to grow and achieve a better state of being. I am deeply committed to helping individuals who feel stuck or unhappy in their lives. I understand that feeling unmotivated, unfulfilled, or depressed can be incredibly challenging. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. Through a caring and collaborative approach, I guide individuals in harnessing their inner resources to achieve personal growth and well-being. I see unlimited hope and potential in all individuals and aim to help others discover it for themselves.
I believe that we all have the capacity to grow and achieve a better state of being. I am deeply committed to helping individuals who feel stuck or unhappy in their lives. I understand that feeling unmotivated, unfulfilled, or depressed can be incredibly challenging. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. Through a caring and collaborative approach, I guide individuals in harnessing their inner resources to achieve personal growth and well-being. I see unlimited hope and potential in all individuals and aim to help others discover it for themselves.
ThoughtWorks Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R
NO Waitlist - Next Day Appointments - Book at thoughtworkstherapy.janeapp.com and get matched with a specialized psychotherapist - prices range from $100-$185 - As we go through life, it is normal to encounter difficulties but it is the choices we make during these difficult times that define who we are and lead us on new paths. Our role with you is to help reduce the fog on your journey to help you find your path towards happiness and help support you using empirically proven psychological methods. We provide a safe nonjudgmental place where you can allow yourself to be vulnerable and work through any of the obstacles in your way.
NO Waitlist - Next Day Appointments - Book at thoughtworkstherapy.janeapp.com and get matched with a specialized psychotherapist - prices range from $100-$185 - As we go through life, it is normal to encounter difficulties but it is the choices we make during these difficult times that define who we are and lead us on new paths. Our role with you is to help reduce the fog on your journey to help you find your path towards happiness and help support you using empirically proven psychological methods. We provide a safe nonjudgmental place where you can allow yourself to be vulnerable and work through any of the obstacles in your way.
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Gambling Counsellors
How do gambling rehabilitation programs work?
There are both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs. However, for some individuals, an outpatient facility may not offer enough hands-on care, and for other individuals, an inpatient facility may be too much. Both types of care have knowledgeable health professionals including physicians (in the case of residential programs), psychologists, counselors, psychotherapists, and recovered mentors.
How do gambling 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Abstinence and maintenance are key for 12-step gambling disorder programs. Individuals in a 12-step group rely on each other for support and accountability. In addition, there is often a spiritual element to these programs, whereby belief in a higher power can help the individual overcome their tendencies. If an individual genuinely wants to cease gambling, attending a 12-step program along with regular psychotherapy can be highly effective.
How long does therapy take for gambling disorder?
Recovering from gambling disorder takes time and effort. There’s no precise timeline for treatment, but a person can see change if they stick with therapy and if they have the will and desire to stop. Treatment for gambling disorder requires honesty in therapy, a commitment to understanding triggers, as well as the development of coping skills. Making lifestyle changes is also important, such as staying away from lotteries, online gambling, and casinos.
Is relapse a problem for those with a gambling disorder?
Gambling disorder is often chronic and can be life-long; therefore relapse may present a problem for some individuals. But effective treatment can bring a person’s life under control. To remain healthy and on track, the individual may need to regularly check in with their support group or psychotherapist. Frequently refreshing their tools of recovery can be helpful.