Therapists in M4V
I am a current Board Member of CAPT (Canadian Association of Psychodynamic Therapists). I've come to this professional life as a therapist after years as an English instructor (ESL), server, and professional musician. Many of us these days are feeling depressed and/or anxious about life and how to move forward. I know that it requires courage to trust another with your story, but there is so much to be gained from speaking about it. Together, we can work to discover a deeper sense and better understanding of who you are as a person. When you're ready, I'll be ready as well and we can work to change your life for the better.
I am a current Board Member of CAPT (Canadian Association of Psychodynamic Therapists). I've come to this professional life as a therapist after years as an English instructor (ESL), server, and professional musician. Many of us these days are feeling depressed and/or anxious about life and how to move forward. I know that it requires courage to trust another with your story, but there is so much to be gained from speaking about it. Together, we can work to discover a deeper sense and better understanding of who you are as a person. When you're ready, I'll be ready as well and we can work to change your life for the better.
Ingrid Maryanna Phaneuf
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4V (Online Only)
We enter psychotherapy for a wide variety of reasons: The death or loss of a loved one, illness, job loss, divorce, addiction, etc., but all of us seek help because we are trying to find a better way to deal with the reality we are facing. My job as a psychotherapist is to help you talk about your emotions and reactions in a safe environment, figure out where these emotions and reactions are coming from, observe whether your reactions produce the desired outcomes and, discover new ways to react, if that would produce more desirable outcomes
We enter psychotherapy for a wide variety of reasons: The death or loss of a loved one, illness, job loss, divorce, addiction, etc., but all of us seek help because we are trying to find a better way to deal with the reality we are facing. My job as a psychotherapist is to help you talk about your emotions and reactions in a safe environment, figure out where these emotions and reactions are coming from, observe whether your reactions produce the desired outcomes and, discover new ways to react, if that would produce more desirable outcomes
Toronto Wellness Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4V (Online Only)
Our team of Registered Social Workers & Registered Psychotherapists is deeply committed to supporting clients make the change they need to live their healthiest, most vibrant lives. We work closely with clients to create a life that allows for genuine fulfillment, healthy connection and greater self-awareness. The interventions we implement are evidence based and our team is thoroughly trained so that we can offer exceptional therapeutic services to children & youth, adults, couples and parents. Be in touch to learn more :)
Our team of Registered Social Workers & Registered Psychotherapists is deeply committed to supporting clients make the change they need to live their healthiest, most vibrant lives. We work closely with clients to create a life that allows for genuine fulfillment, healthy connection and greater self-awareness. The interventions we implement are evidence based and our team is thoroughly trained so that we can offer exceptional therapeutic services to children & youth, adults, couples and parents. Be in touch to learn more :)
Benjamin Gibson
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4V (Online Only)
I am passionate about collaborating with clients in order to contribute to meaningful and lasting change. I take pride in my ability to connect in a genuine way with a variety of clients, tailoring my approach in a way that best honours each person's unique potential, preferences, values, strengths and goals. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is built on trust, respect, compassion, acceptance, validation and understanding. Through insight, self-awareness and the acquisition of tools geared towards coping with life's challenges, I believe that the therapeutic process is invaluable in nurturing and supporting healing in my clients' lives and relationships.
I am passionate about collaborating with clients in order to contribute to meaningful and lasting change. I take pride in my ability to connect in a genuine way with a variety of clients, tailoring my approach in a way that best honours each person's unique potential, preferences, values, strengths and goals. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is built on trust, respect, compassion, acceptance, validation and understanding. Through insight, self-awareness and the acquisition of tools geared towards coping with life's challenges, I believe that the therapeutic process is invaluable in nurturing and supporting healing in my clients' lives and relationships.
From The Heart Psychotherapy - Sara Kamin, RP
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, (Hons), MSc, DipTIRP, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4V
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.
Zoe Ferguson
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, DipTIRP, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4V (Online Only)
If you choose to work with me I will strive to create a safe, respectful and meaningful relationship with you. I will listen carefully, with empathy and without judgement. Sometimes I ask a lot of questions in order to understand, to the best of my ability, what things are like for you. In working together to help me understand your story, usually what happens is that things start to make more sense for you too. Confusion often gives way to clarity. Feelings such as anxiety, anger, depression and isolation often subside as well.
If you choose to work with me I will strive to create a safe, respectful and meaningful relationship with you. I will listen carefully, with empathy and without judgement. Sometimes I ask a lot of questions in order to understand, to the best of my ability, what things are like for you. In working together to help me understand your story, usually what happens is that things start to make more sense for you too. Confusion often gives way to clarity. Feelings such as anxiety, anger, depression and isolation often subside as well.
I've been both the client and the therapist, and I believe strongly in the power of the therapeutic connection. It is an hour just for you; a space to find your voice, understand yourself, get out of your own way. This is what I offer my clients - a relationship where we work together in exploring what is going on for you, take the time to develop trust and tolerance for challenge, and where *everything* is open for discussion. My style is both direct and playful, curious and open-minded. I love working with clients who are ready for change, even if they don't know exactly what that might look like.
I've been both the client and the therapist, and I believe strongly in the power of the therapeutic connection. It is an hour just for you; a space to find your voice, understand yourself, get out of your own way. This is what I offer my clients - a relationship where we work together in exploring what is going on for you, take the time to develop trust and tolerance for challenge, and where *everything* is open for discussion. My style is both direct and playful, curious and open-minded. I love working with clients who are ready for change, even if they don't know exactly what that might look like.
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Infidelity Counsellors
How does therapy for infidelity work?
A skilled infidelity therapist will provide a safe space for clients to communicate their feelings and concerns. The goal is to be completely honest about what led to the cheating and how it has affected the entire family to prevent it from recurring in the future. The therapist will help the clients work on rebuilding mutual trust and respect and developing better communication and conflict-resolution skills. If the goal is to remain a couple, clients will learn the “danger signs” for their specific relationship, and they will make a renewed commitment to be faithful.
How long does therapy for infidelity take?
Recovery from infidelity can take time, and it can vary from person to person. Generally, a therapist will want to see the clients at least once a week for around six months. Then the sessions can be arranged as needed, depending on the clients’ individual needs. While therapy may end or shift to an as-needed basis, it can take up to two years or more for some clients to fully recover from infidelity.
How does therapy help the partner who was cheated on?
When a client discovers their partner’s infidelity, their trust in the relationship and in the life they had together may be shattered. They often experience mental health symptoms, such as anxiety, depression, grief, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). They don’t always want to stay in the relationship; they may feel ambivalent or may even want to leave. Therapy gives these clients a safe and healthy way to communicate all of their complicated emotions and concerns.
How does therapy help the partner who committed infidelity?
Infidelity often occurs when one or both partners’ emotional needs are not being met in the relationship. Therapy can help this client understand why they cheated and figure out how to address those unmet needs without resorting to infidelity in the future. This can lessen (but not entirely eliminate) the risk of repeated infidelity. Clients who cheat may also feel intense guilt about deceiving their partners, a sentiment that they can work through in therapy.