Therapists in Toronto, ON

As a psychologist, I work with change. Change may involve shifts in awareness, attitude, behaviour, goals, acceptance, or coping strategies that will enhance your quality of life and well-being. Many obstacles can prevent us from living a satisfying life. These could be a history of trauma, invalidating relationships, habits that no longer serve us, or environments that may hinder our psychological growth. I can help you identify obstacles to your quality of life, develop strategies to tackle them, and set goals to increase and maintain your well-being.

Thank you for your interest! I am glad that you are here contemplating these courageous next steps to find the support that you need. I am here to help. Growing up in Canada and South Korea, I have a deep understanding of cross-cultural issues and living as part of immigrant families. I believe that therapy can be an incredible support to encounter life’s challenges, explore our being, and to heal.

I have 27 years of experience working in the field of mental health in various roles. As a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist my focus areas are working with grief and loss, shame, anxiety, and self esteem. My approach is informed by the Existential/Humanistic perspective, compassionate inquiry, and mindfulness approaches.

I am a registered psychologist practicing in the areas of clinical and counselling psychology. During the course of my training and career, I have held positions in a wide range of treatment settings across the GTA and in New York City, including public hospitals, university counselling centres, and private clinics. My work in these settings has allowed me to gain extensive experience assessing and treating clients with a broad spectrum of mental health concerns. Currently, I work in private practice providing assessment and psychotherapy services for individual adults and couples, with a focus on mood and anxiety disorders.

Alli is a registered psychotherapist and registered social worker who believes that meaningful therapy is a creative process that is holistic by nature. Alli’s focus when working together is to help you develop a connected and insightful view of your Self and to help you lead a more connected and meaningful life. Often this is rooted in improving the relationship you have with your Self and others. There are countless ways in which humans can strengthen their connection with themselves and others, and it is this creative focus that is required to heal from the past and to choose what lies ahead for you.

Many of us have been discouraged from feeling what we are feeling. Told it's not polite to be angry, not "manly" to feel sad, being vulnerable is weak, and other falsehoods. I believe we are meant to feel a full range of emotion deeply and fully, and embrace both pleasure and pain so we can learn and grow. My approach to therapy is humanistic in nature, which is a mental health approach that emphasizes the importance of being your true self in order to lead your most fulfilling life. I invite you to unwind in a safe space, process your story, express your feelings, and make clear actionable plans for your health and wellness.

Do you feel disconnected from yourself and those around you? Do you feel like there's more to life than what you're living? Busy schedules and daily routines make it difficult for us to get to know who we truly are and reconnect to the things that were once important. My work with clients often explores relationships, finding meaning and purpose, life transitions, femininity, overcoming anxiety, cultivating authentic self-expression, and developing intuition and confidence. I work with you to deepen your relationship with yourself and reconnect to what you desire most so you can reclaim your power and live a meaningful life.

Life is challenging and there is great benefit to a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore concerns and gain self-awareness. Over the ten-plus years I've been practicing, I've helped people improve their relationships -with themselves, significant others, family, friends and careers. I work from a humanistic, client-centered, emotion-focused frame. Together, we will enlist your emotions to direct your course and help you live the life you choose. Many struggles reflect an inability to recognize strengths. I have a deep belief in people's potential and a passion for helping people use their strengths to live authentic lives.

Nicky’s approach to working with her clients is one that fosters collaboration, a present and thoughtful atmosphere, with unconditional kindness and respect for her clients. Emphasizing a humanistic approach to psychotherapy, Nicky works with clients who are dealing with Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Interpersonal Relationships, Self-Compassion, Self-Esteem and Emotional Regulation Issues.

In our sessions, expect empathetic, intentional spaces which acknowledge the layers of marginalization, oppression, trauma, and healing that shape us. This space will be for sharing stories that affirm every part of your identity, reconnecting you to your values, experiences and goals for healing and growth. Using a range of therapeutic approaches, including, narrative, humanistic, existential and strength-based methods, I aim to tailor our work to meet your unique needs. I embrace trauma-informed, decolonizing, anti-oppressive and intersectional therapeutic principles.

I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist, helping adolescents, adults and couples cope with distressing life events and mental health disorders. My passion is to help clients regain balance and move forward with their lives. I can address the following issues with you: depression and anxiety, poor sleep, grief/loss, alcohol or drug abuse, stress, workplace issues, relationship problems, life transitions (e.g., job loss, moving, retirement), chronic health problems, traumatic events, low self-esteem, procrastination, aging, marital difficulties, parenting, affairs. Although you may be currently struggling, it takes courage to seek help.

We all look for warm, reliable relationships that confirm our reality and support our well-being. Without this, we suffer. It can bring us to therapy. The pain and the unmet needs are real. Yet, relationship struggles may also prove the pathway to seeing ourselves better, to moving through unacknowledged experience, and to our growth in many domains — the response to our impulse to evolve. When we work together in therapy, we'll hold all these potentials in mind.

It takes immense strength, courage, & trust to share oneself vulnerably, especially when you are struggling. Starting therapy can be both an overwhelming & intimidating process, especially when you may feel uncertain where to begin. Whether you are navigating complicated emotions, anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, trauma, pre- & postpartum challenges, low self-worth, or difficulty in relationships, know you are not alone & I am here to support you.

Therapy isn't about asking, "What do you need from me?" but rather, "What do you need from yourself?" It's about exploring who you aspire to be. My humanistic background drives me to believe that within every client lies the potential for growth, nurtured through our therapeutic partnership. While the specifics of each client's journey may differ, the common thread is a deep desire to be heard and understood. While therapy can provide guidance, I often encourage clients to take the lead, tapping into their own capacity for change.

Are you motivated to explore and understand yourself better in order to better handle life’s obstacles? As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and an MA in Counselling Psychology student under clinical supervision, I am dedicated to supporting clients navigate life's challenges, while gaining a deeper understanding of themselves in the process.  My practice is strengths-based and person-centered with a focus on exploring your inner world. I believe that you are the expert of your own life and would love to work alongside you to uncover your unique strengths.

Starting therapy can feel like embarking on a journey into uncharted territory. It's confronting overwhelming challenges like the persistent weight of anxiety, the pervasive cloud of depression, the tension of stress, or the intricate interplay of life’s multifaceted issues that often drives us to seek therapeutic support. Making the decision to start therapy marks a pivotal moment in the pursuit of self-discovery and healing. Entering therapy is a testament to resilience. It's about bravely confronting internal struggles with the hope of finding relief, understanding, and ultimately, positive change.

One of the bravest things a person can do is to begin to understand their own story. Life's challenges, both big and small, can become overwhelming to manage and carry alone. My role as your therapist is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore your experiences, express your feelings, and navigate the path to emotional healing and growth. My own healing journey has led me to this work with a passion for welcoming you here as you are. While working together, I aim to reflect back your worth and validate your experiences, knowing that each feeling you carry is invaluable to discovering more of your wholeness.

If you've found your way here, it means you're ready to begin a journey – one that may have its share of ups, downs, and unexpected detours. But you're not alone. My name is Vanessa and I'm here to walk alongside you. Through my experience in mental health crisis response services, I learned that behind every struggle lies a story of vulnerability, fears, worries, aspirations, and resilience. I recognized that we all face challenges that can feel hopeless at times. This strengthened my desire to become a therapist and work with individuals in need of support to navigate the complexities of their stories.

"Manifest the change you seek". People tend to seek therapy when they want to make a change in their lives or way of being and need a little help or guidance making that change. I have several years of experience providing individual psychotherapy to adult clients using evidence-based approaches. More specifically, I provide Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for the treatment of Mood and Anxiety Disorders and Chronic Insomnia.