Therapists in Ontario

If you've been struggling with your emotions, and have difficulty coping, I can help. Substance abuse, mood disorders, or BPD can impact your relationships and the way you view the world. I specialize in addiction, BPD, depression, emotion regulation problems. I have more than 25 years of experience with these, as well as anxiety and internet overuse. My approaches include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. Together we can work toward your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

With dual doctorates in Clinical Psychology and Philosophy in Social Work, as well as master's degrees in Social Work and Counselling, Harrison is a seasoned therapist specializing in mental health, addictions, and family dynamics. Recognized as a leading cognitive therapy workshop presenter, he has spoken globally and authored over 30 books. Harrison employs a science-backed, creative approach to treatment, providing training and consultations to various community partners, including universities, medical professionals, police officers, EMS, firefighters, nurses, SWs, psychotherapists, psychologists, LGBTQ, and the general public.

We are committed to helping individuals overcome the numerous struggles which are personal injury such as car accident or work injury, chronic pain, depression and anxiety, the overwhelming effects of grief and loss, separation and divorce and the many other crisis of life. Our goal is to empower our clients to realize the potential they have been given for success, happiness, and build healthy coping skills. During times like this, we provide psychological assessment and intervention to use of a digital platform that provides secure, encrypted, audio-video conferencing to communicate with a client in anywhere needing our service.

Our assessment and therapy services are conducted by an experienced team of clinicians who joined Fleming Vigna Balmer after gaining many years of valuable experience in the public sector; for example, working in hospitals, universities, rehabilitation centres, social service agencies, and community-based clinics. As a team, we are able to offer a rich, experience-based range of clinical services. All of our clinicians are psychologists or psychological associates registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. This means we are independent practitioners licenced to assess, diagnose, and treat the full range of psychological disorders ranging from problems in living to serious mental health issues. In addition, we are consulting psychologists to the pilot recruitment programmes of a number of airlines including Air Canada, Jazz Aviation LP, and Sky Regional Airlines. At Fleming Vigna Balmer services are provided in English, French, Italian, Vietnamese, and Afrikaans.

I am a social worker and psychotherapist who has worked passionately and extensively with individuals, families and health-care organizations. Therapy is a way for people to get extra support, when you need it. If you are struggling with a personal crisis, overwhelming emotion, a life transition, problems with family or friends, career questions, or the need to move on from past events, therapy can help.

I have a wide range of experience supporting clients experiencing Abuse, Anxiety, Anger, Addiction, Depression, Oppression, Low self-esteem, Stress, Relationship/marital issues & Parenting issues. I have provided support to a wide variety of clients from various socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. I am privileged to have worked for many years in the community with clients involved with Criminal Justice, Family Court and Child Welfare Agencies in Canada and internationally. I am member of Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals (OAMHP), National Organization of Forensic Social Work (NOFSW).

I am extremely skilled and passionate in providing successful therapy to individuals and couples experiencing emotional pain. With over 19 years experience specializing in the areas of mental health, addictions, trauma, crisis intervention and dual diagnosis, I am extremely skilled in empowering and applying effective treatment modalities helping my client cope, resume and return to live productive and satisfied lives. My strongest belief is that achieving optimal Mental Health is within reach for each of us.

Our areas of specialty include the assessment and ongoing treatment of children (6 years and above), teens, adults and families who are experiencing a mental health concern. We offer both individual and family therapy to our patients. While we treat an array of clinical profiles, some of the most common issues we address include anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, issues with communication/problem solving, bullying, conflicts with screen time/devices/video games, challenges coping with stress and hardship.

I am a Humanistic Behavioral Clinical Psychologist with over four decades of professional experience, specialized in behavior therapy and behavioral medicine. I am dedicated to helping people function and feel better by providing them with individual, couples, and family psychotherapy. I work with persons of all ages and groups of reference; with persons of both sexes presenting sexual disorders, and with all couples in their interaction and intimacy problems, and specialized in performing individualized clinical assessments of children, youth, and adults. My goal as a professional is to help people... Learn to Live Better ®.

I am psychotherapist with a private practice in Toronto located at Yonge & St. Clair. After many years working as a therapist with Bellwood Health Services, I bring this skill set and expertise into my private practice. I take a biopsychosocial approach to personal development, healing and change. In my practice, I employ innovative methods drawn from CBT, DBT, family of origin, mindfulness, self compassion, and eastern traditions. My passion is helping individuals discover a path of recovery, creating the healing journey that ensues and transcending dual states of consciousness.

We support adults, teenagers, and children who are struggling to find direction and purpose in their lives. This support can happen through individual, couples, or family sessions using a multitude of mediums to ensure safety for all. We support clients to create goals and their definitions of success, treating each individual with respect and dignity while helping them move forward. We support members who are experiencing family crises and breakdowns. We help our clients live their best life, one worth waking up for each day.

I’m a registered Social Worker M.S.W., R.S.W. For over 20 years, I’ve been providing counselling to children, youth, adults and families of different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Working with these populations has shown me that when individuals feel safe, respected, heard and appreciated for who they are, they respond to life challenges with creativity and resilience. My practice is guided by these core values. I take great care to create an ambiance where a genuine human connection takes place.

I am an addictions counsellor with lived experience. This means I have struggled with my own addiction issues. I have also witnessed loved ones struggle too. Accompanied with the heartache that comes with it.. My career is now dedicated to helping those with similar issues. Added with my education and professional experience, I truly believe I can give you "The Understanding you deserve".

The goal of therapy is to develop self-love and skills to successfully navigate daily life and relationships. First, we can see if we are a “match” – this is called “therapeutic alliance.” It is the foundation upon which we build our treatment course and apply our interventions. This is co-constructive approach to working with a dedicated team that puts your mental health first. Not sure about therapy? Contact us and inquire about our 3 FREE sessions!

As a counsellor, life coach and ADHD specialist, I draw on extensive experience to customize treatment that address each client’s mental, emotional, spiritual, relational and social needs. Unlike many counsellors who only focus on life issues, my expertise in life coaching is an additional specialty that benefits clients. My proven counselling techniques and practical life coaching tools provide quick results and equip clients with the know-how to self-manage their lives more effectively. I found that the majority of people need life skills training, whether it’s dealing with stress, anger or looking to improve their relationships.

The Therapy Centre is a full service psychology practice. We offer services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We offer psychological and neuropsychological assessment and treatment services for a wide variety of issues listed below. All of our clinicians are well trained in empirically validated treatment models, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and EMDR. Each of our clinicians has an area of expertise, such as: eating disorders, depression, anxiety, addictions, trauma, chronic pain, postpartum mood issues, and obsessive compulsive disorder. We tailor our treatment approach to suit the needs of each individual client.

As my client/s you are an individual, couple, or family who want(s) to work collaboratively towards broadly defined health and wellness goals (such as emotional and interpersonal wellness) aimed at supporting a sustained improved quality of life in all aspects. Your goals may be short-term, crisis-generated (with an eye toward resolution), or aimed at sustained long-term improvements in relationships, self-regard, life management, cessation of self-destructive behaviours or self-destructive self-talk. My ideal client is simply someone who wants to improve the quality of their life in a way that is meaningful to them.

Are you feeling tired or sick of feeling sick and tired? From struggles with parenting, relationships and all of the other challenges life can throw our way, you may feel stuck- not sure what to do or where to turn. It’s time for a fresh start and a new beginning. With support, your teen can learn new ways to cope -and you can develop confidence in your parenting. Perhaps you want to improve your relationship with your partner. Or you’re longing for more energy and joy in your life. At Genesis Counselling, I provide services to teens, adults, couples, and families that address the whole person-mind, body, and spirit.

Lindsay Shapiro is a registered Social Worker and a Registered holistic Nutritionist who has worked in the field of Health and Mental Health for the last 10 years. Lindsay's experience includes working at The Center for Addictions and Mental Health in Toronto, Bellwood Health Services, Homewood Health Services and The Canadian Mental Health Association in Orangeville. Lindsay has a vast amount of experience in working with individuals, couples and teenagers with a wide array of issues. Lindsay works with individuals and couples using evidence based practice, tools and strategies to help clients achieve their goals