Therapists in Toronto, ON

Psychotherapy is a creative process where you invite a therapist into your world to help with a troubling personal issue. Asking for help can make you feel vulnerable. This is especially true when considering therapy. You can wish for help and yet also feel reluctant to reach out, because doing so likely means facing up to deeply personal and painful subjects.

Malaka Hakim has a Doctorate in Medicine and a Master's of Arts in Counselling Psychology. She is an active member of the CRPO and a certified Clinical Traumatologist. Malaka helps clients with their stress, anxiety, depression, substance-use, anger management, behavioral issues, ADHD, ASD, along with other mental health disorders. She also works with a multitude of different approaches, including client -centered, ACT, Trauma-Focused CBT, DBT, MI, EFT, and strength based therapy. Malaka’s authentic personality, paired with a genuine respect for others allows her to work with clients that encounter varying degrees of challenges.

I'm an advanced candidate with the Ontario Association of Jungian Analysts offering psychotherapy under supervision. In our talk therapy, we analyze life as a series of processes that mirror the dynamism of our psyche. Discovering this and fresh renewal requires working intensely on the intertwined relationships of the unconscious and conscious, with all their richness and resources while being aware of any biases and pitfalls. In our human limitations and repetitions, acknowledging the change may sometimes require sharing the experience with someone specially trained to walk the journey with you and familiar with the cycle.

I love working with young adults, as well as supporting individuals through pregnancy, early parenthood and beyond. Becoming a parent is profoundly life-changing. While we anticipate the joys of parenthood, we don't always expect for it to feel this hard. It can bring up intense, sometimes scary or confusing feelings. It can be overwhelming and lonely. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to understand, process and cope with the changes in your life. By talking about your experiences, you can feel less alone and less overwhelmed, and together we can find ways for you to feel more grounded again.

Psychotherapy, life coaching and/or couples counselling can help you: Enhance confidence, self-esteem and well-being Improve the quality of your life Reduce stress, increase productivity, develop peace of mind Get more energy, time, passion and focus Take control of daily stress Reach your potential and goals Love your work Have lasting relationships, Personal freedom Find and sustain personal and professional success, wealth and happiness. Are you tired of just being listened to by counselors and ready to move on with your life?

Starting or resuming therapy can be difficult, I commend you on taking the step towards support. I believe each individual brings their own experiences and perspectives to therapy. Through collaboration, we can better understand how the cycles and thoughts that may cause you to feel stuck or cause distressed can be shifted to create change and inspire hope. My practice is client centered, and connection focused. I believe through creating a validating and safe space to process difficulties, important skills can be learned that will help create change in your life.

Anxiety can paralyze us. Strong emotions can turn our lives upside down. One sentence expressed in a moment of anger can lead to many moments of pain. Being human has never been an easy experience. In the context of COVID, war, and financial hardship, being human has become exceedingly difficult for many. In our attempts to move forward, many of us rely on strategies we think ought to work, but in fact make things more complicated for us. In the midst of strong emotions, we try to avoid the situations and people that lead us to these experiences.

At the Therapy Centre, Shankari provides individual, couple, and family therapy for adults. Her areas of interest and proficiency include diagnostic assessment and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depressive and bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, assertiveness, stress and burnout, anger management, and personality disorders. She has a particular interest in the treatment of PTSD, trauma- and stressor-related disorders, and the variety of individual and interpersonal sequelae of traumatic experiences.

I practice from an inclusive, harm reductionist approach, meaning I am prepared to meet you where you are at, at this present time, and work from there. I believe that the most important element of therapy is the relationship between the client and practitioner. My personal strengths include building genuine connection, making clients feel at ease, and developing a relationship of trust, non-judgement, and safety to explore challenging issues. I respect and value my clients as being the experts in their own lives and honour their strengths and resiliencies.

In my sessions I follow your emotions to discover what is most important to you and identify what might be missing or keeping things stuck. I then help you to clarify your goals and progress toward them. My style is warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental, and I approach each of my clients and their concerns with curiosity, thoughtfulness, and respect. I provide in-person and virtual individualized treatment by drawing from different therapeutic approaches, including Emotion-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Mindfulness.

Do you struggle with self-compassion? Would you like to explore and understand your triggers? I am a Registered Psychotherapist, who is here to support you with building your coping toolbox, improving self-awareness, sense of self-worth, self-compassion, along with enhancing your relationships. I recognize the unique lived experiences and strengths that each of my clients bring. I aspire to create a collaborative environment, as I believe the client is the expert on their own issues. I bring my genuine, empathetic, and compassionate self into each session to meet you where you are at.

Do you find yourself doomscrolling through social media? Have you found it more and more difficult to be motivated or content? It would be a privilege to support you on your path through life's many challenges and changes. Whether you’re concerned with anxiety, stress, burnout, self-criticism, career issues, interpersonal boundaries, or cultural identity, here you'll find a deep commitment to helping you restore your emotional well-being.

Even though you’ve set out on the path that you thought would lead to happiness, there still seems to be something missing. You thought you did everything right, but somehow, feel unfulfilled and frustrated, as you ask yourself, “Who am I?” or “What do I need?”. At home, with friends, or at work, you hold yourself back, believing that you don’t deserve to take up space. In your everyday life, you want to feel seen, heard, and understood, but don’t know where to turn. There’s a sense of disconnection keeping you from who you really are and how you’d like to show up in the world.

Dr. Jackson is the clinical and forensic director of Forensic Services at Allied Psychological (APS). We are a team of psychologists and associates who are able to provide a range of services for personal, behavioural and legal related issues. We work with individuals, employers, lawyers, regulators as well as community agencies. Questions about confidentiality or specific needs that you would like to discuss call the main office. Main office: Toronto; however we have branch offices in Pickering, Brampton, Oakville and Ottawa. We are also able to provide video consultation and counselling when other options are not available.

You may be struggling with anxiety, relationships, self esteem issues, feeling stressed or overwhelmed. My clients come to therapy because they are experiencing some or all of these challenges and are looking to feel better. Therapy can bring a different perspective to the difficulties you are experiencing and can provide you with the direction and confidence to achieve your goals, live in accordance to your values, and feel better. You are not alone and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. I would like to help.

Trauma, loneliness, and pain are a part of life. We can't choose when these experiences find us, but we can choose how we respond and maybe even open new paths. Our team of psychotherapists are here to support you in your healing journey by bringing clarity, reducing overwhelm, and supplying you with the skills and tools you need to reconnect with your authentic self. We hold a safe space in which you can explore, heal and grow, without fear of judgement. We do this through practicing culturally-responsive, LGBTQ-affirming, and trauma-informed care and creating a unique treatment plan tailored to you using evidence-based therapies.

I am passionate about supporting people in harnessing their inner strength and resilience to achieve whatever they set their mind to do. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients in order to provide the most effective and long-lasting support. I support my clients in developing goals and understanding the blocks that get in the way of achieving them. I commend my clients for their courage in wanting to make changes, grow and deepen their self-awareness. I work to empower clients to be able to tackle stressors and obstacles. I practice from a non-judgemental, client-centred, strength-based and anti-oppressive approach.

I appreciate you taking the step towards looking after yourself. It takes immense courage whether you are seeking support for the first time or returning to therapy. I wish to support you with the steps you are taking. Some people have specific goals for therapy, while others may be unsure in the beginning. Wherever you are at is a good starting point. In work with me, I strive towards establishing a collaborative space where you feel seen, heard, and for your treatment to be tailored at your pace towards your goals, both immediate and long-term.

It can be overwhelming to know from a bio which therapist is the 'right' fit. I offer free initial phone consultations to get acquainted and answer questions.