Therapists in Toronto, ON

Loss, Grief, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Life transitions, Parenting Challenges and Relationship Conflicts impact self-esteem, identity and overall well- being. I support clients to make sense of their journey and to understand how their past experiences can influence their present challenges. I apply a person-centered approach in supporting both individuals and couples. My goal is to support you to learn new ways of coping, gain perspective on your life and develop insights that empower you to take the next steps on your path towards healing.

I provide Tele-Virtual services using a secure telephone and password-protected platform. Please email me at: soheila@pashang.ca for details. I am a registered Social Worker with extensive experience working with individuals, families, and groups. I joined academia in 2007 to teach social work and counseling-related courses, after working for over 20 years within multifaceted organizations since 1990. I accept referrals from private insurance companies.

I provide psychotherapy for trauma, PTSD, grief, sexual abuse, physical abuse, mental and emotional abuse, childhood abuse, racism/racial abuse, depression, anxiety, anger issues, behavioral issues, self esteem issues, self image issues, relationship issues, work stress, personal stress, and stress from everyday issues.

Did you lose your job or a loved one? Or maybe you feel defeated or frustrated in life? Are you emotionally and/or physically hurting in a relationship. The challenges we face in life will sometimes knock us down or throw us off course. These experiences do not need to overtake your life and you don't have to suffer alone. If you are an individual or a couple who needs a safe space to explore, heal and grow, I am here for you.

We all have a unique journey that adds value to who we are and how we can contribute every day. My personal journey took me down some challenging paths that required me to find new hope and build from the ground up. I feel that the hardships, challenges and triumphs I have endured can inspire and bring hope to others. I believe that through the toughest times of our lives, there is always a silver lining.

Therapy can be a daunting thing to consider, especially when dealing with grief. Grief can be overwhelming and evoke feelings of anxiety, depression, hopelessness, and confusion. Grief changes us in an instant, sneaking in and building a home in facets of our lives that we least expect. Grief is not solely about death; it encompasses any loss we experience. If you feel you're not "grieving properly," find the grief journey too overwhelming, or believe that having someone accompany you on this path would be beneficial, working with me may be one way to address the internal chaos felt after a loss.

I work with people who, in spite of great difficulties, have not given up on finding meaning in their lives. I help them as they struggle with isolation, depression, anxiety, grief or early trauma. Some are trying their best to manage difficult relationships. Others are wondering about their orientation or identity--gendered, sexual, ethnic. Others still are planning the next meaningful transition in their lives.

I believe that we are all in a continuous process of identifying our internal resources, embracing our own creativity and mobilizing our psychic energy. My aim for therapy is to help my clients arrive at a personal, yet structured and novel, understanding of themselves, others and the world around them. I invite my clients to enrich their personal narratives and use their own unique abilities and skills. Each session is a collaborative attempt to elaborate on the client’s mental map. Each conversation is a mutual dialogue on how you could experience yourself differently.

Life is a journey without a roadmap, and we are all learning to navigate it in our own unique ways. I believe everyone is the expert in their own lives and my goal is to work with children, adolescents, and adults in accessing their inner power and strengths as they navigate challenges. I am passionate about getting to know people and feel privileged to be a part of their journey.

At times, life can be challenging. I've learned that these lived experiences are important in therapy. Whether it is a loss of a loved one, self-esteem, body image, family conflicts or care giver burnout…I’ve been there and I can help support you with that.

Joelleann (Joelle) Forbes, MSW, RSW is a registered social worker, a psychotherapist, and one of the co-founders of Hope Leads Mental Health Care. Joelle provides counseling and psychotherapy to adults across the gender spectrum, 18 years and older. Her therapeutic approach highlights the importance of empowerment, healing generational wounds, and nurturing the authentic self. She has experience supporting clients with navigating grief and loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, burnout, self-esteem, life transitions, and various forms of oppression.

As a queer first-generation immigrant, I felt lost trying to adjust to a new country while grieving the loss of what was left behind. I struggled with feelings of shame, loneliness, and lack of support. In finding a therapist that understood my experience, shifts started to happen. I felt seen and validated and my self-esteem and self-worth grew. It is this transformative experience that motivated me to start my practice centered on inclusivity, anti-oppression, and decolonization.

The experiences and challenges that we go through in life do not define us, but instead shape us to be the individuals that we are today; These experiences help us to flourish and grow in ways that we could not imagine for ourselves. This is a philosophy that I hold in great regard when it comes to my practice and work with clients. I recognize that therapy can be intimidating to some. However, I am passionate about creating a space where we can come together and work through whatever it is you’re going through, no matter what it may look like.

Engaging in therapy can help bridge personal struggles into new insights of healing. Whether you are experiencing recent difficulties or a long-standing challenge, therapy is an opportunity for deeper awareness and personal growth. I have over 15 years of counselling and therapy experience, and my therapeutic approach is collaborative, present focused, working from a strengths-based empowerment perspective - with a dash of humour! I work with a wide variety of issues, including but not limited to, grief, trauma, couples’ issues, anxiety, depression, emotion and stress management, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, and more.

Do you feel disconnected or overwhelmed with life? I welcome you to our shared therapeutic space, where we walk together to explore your challenges and regain a sense of safety and resilience. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, identity issues, addictions, or traumatic experiences, I hold an open, empathic, non-judgemental environment where we collaborate on the approach that matches your needs. This is your journey, and your input matters deeply to me.

If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and disconnection from others or yourself, I'm here to support you. If you want to reclaim your lost confidence, raise your self-esteem, learn emotional regulation, skills, exercises, and strategies. I would accompany you on your healing adventure. I am well aware of how devastating mental health issues can be. I would be privileged to work with you during your journey to resolve the consequences of past traumas and reconnect you with your mind, body, and soul. Privacy of my client is one of my primary objectives. Let's achieve your Mental health goals together!

Hey there, how are you? If you find it challenging to answer that question, that’s okay. Life is complicated! There are so many ups and downs. It can be hard keeping it all together. Balancing your emotional wellbeing with your mental, spiritual, and physical takes a lot of effort. I get that, and I am passionate about helping you navigate your journey, rediscover yourself, and see new possibilities for your life.

Are you exhausted from repeating patterns of struggles? Do you feel lost and worried? Ever wonder who to turn to when feelings of anxiety or depression creep up? Are you losing sleep, appetite, and mobility or do you look for solutions midnight in the fridge? I am willing to walk beside you in your journey of turning your struggles into strengths. In our therapeutic alliance, we can rediscover your healthier self which is already within you. We will take a holistic approach in psychotherapy to cater to your cultural and spiritual sensitivities in balancing your body, mind, and soul.

Hi I’m Nicole, Ive been a psychotherapist for over 15 years. It’s an honour to wade with people into the love & fear, pain & beauty, messy & magic of life. As a therapist with extensive experience within diverse communities & practice settings, I’ve supported folks like you, through life’s incredible joys & hardships. From self discovery, grief & loss, trauma, relationships, family conflict, social inequities, gender & sexuality, life transitions, depression, anxiety, illness. As well as supporting other therapists & community workers to care for themselves & others through their own therapy, or clinical supervision & consultation.