Karen Freud, Psychotherapy | Art Therapy

Registered Psychotherapist, BA, DTATI, RCAT, OATR, RP

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

1 Endorsed

North York, ON M6B

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On the outside, you're calm, competent, and composed. On the inside, it’s a nonstop battle with overthinking, pressure, and self-doubt. You’re responsible, driven, and thoughtful—people rely on you. But what they don’t see is the constant mental noise: the second-guessing, the fear of not being good enough, the exhaustion of keeping everything in check. This kind of anxiety often flies under the radar, hidden behind high standards and the need to hold everything together. If any of this feels familiar, it might be time for something to shift.

I work with adults who experience high-functioning anxiety—often the kind that’s masked by capability and control. Together, we’ll look at what’s fueling the pressure and self-doubt, break out of patterns that no longer serve you, and build more space, clarity, and confidence in your daily life.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. You don’t have to worry about saying the ‘right’ thing in therapy. We can think things through together—with honesty, curiosity, and acceptance. I offer a free 15-minute consultation or a low-cost trial session so you can get a feel for how we might work together.

Call or Email Karen Freud, Psychotherapy | Art Therapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (437) 867-5488

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

North York, ON M6B

(437) 867-5488

I offer new clients a free 15-minute consult and/or a low-cost trial/first session to see if we're a good fit.

I specialize in Anxiety, Self Confidence and Self Esteem

$160 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Seeking therapy that feels more conversational than clinical? You're on the right page! Reach out today. I look forward to chatting.

Karen Freud, Psychotherapy | Art Therapy

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Practice at a Glance

Available online only

North York, ON M6B

(437) 867-5488

I offer new clients a free 15-minute consult and/or a low-cost trial/first session to see if we're a good fit.

I specialize in Anxiety, Self Confidence and Self Esteem

$160 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Seeking therapy that feels more conversational than clinical? You're on the right page! Reach out today. I look forward to chatting.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $160
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Alberta Blue Cross
Beneva | SSQ
BPA
Canada Life - PSHCP
Canada Life | Great-West Life
CCWU
Chambers Plan
CINUP
Coughlin & Associates Ltd.
Cowan (Express Scripts Canada)
D.A. Townley
Desjardins
Equitable Life of Canada
First Canadian Health
GMS Carriers 49 and 50
Green Shield Canada
GroupHEALTH
GroupSource
Industrial Alliance
Johnson
Johnston Group
LiUNA Local 183
LiUNA Local 506
Manion
Manulife
Maximum Benefit
Medavie Blue Cross
People Corporation
RWAM
Simply Benefits
SunLife
TELUS AdjudiCare
Union Benefits
UV Insurance

Online Therapy: $160 per 50-min. session. Uninsured or underinsured? Sliding scale rates available upon request/availability.

Karen Freud, Psychotherapy | Art Therapy

Registered Psychotherapist, BA, DTATI, RCAT, OATR, RP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 867-5488

Online Therapy: $160 per 50-min. session. Uninsured or underinsured? Sliding scale rates available upon request/availability.

Karen Freud, Psychotherapy | Art Therapy

Registered Psychotherapist, BA, DTATI, RCAT, OATR, RP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 867-5488

Qualifications

Registered Psychotherapist: Karen Freud

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / CRPO Registration 001327 Karen Freud

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 21 years

Attended Toronto Art Therapy Institute, Graduate Level Diploma, Graduated 2004

Additional Credentials

Membership with Canadian Art Therapy Association 141-R-11

Membership with Ontario Art Therapy Association N/A

I am happy to provide either traditional verbal psychotherapy ("talk therapy") or art therapy (or a combination of both).

Karen Freud, Psychotherapy | Art Therapy

Registered Psychotherapist, BA, DTATI, RCAT, OATR, RP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 867-5488

I am happy to provide either traditional verbal psychotherapy ("talk therapy") or art therapy (or a combination of both).

Karen Freud, Psychotherapy | Art Therapy

Registered Psychotherapist, BA, DTATI, RCAT, OATR, RP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 867-5488

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Self Confidence
Self Esteem

Expertise

Addiction
Alcohol Use
Caregivers
Chronic Illness
Chronic Pain
Coping Skills
Dementia
Depression
Drug Abuse
Geriatric and Seniors
Grief
Identity
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Stress
Substance Use
Thinking Disorders
Trauma and PTSD

I mainly work with clients who are struggling with anxiety. Using Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), I help clients understand the connection between their emotions, thoughts, physical symptoms and responses to anxiety. Integrating self-compassion and building on your strengths, we will work together to change unhelpful thought patterns and develop effective coping strategies.

Karen Freud, Psychotherapy | Art Therapy

Registered Psychotherapist, BA, DTATI, RCAT, OATR, RP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 867-5488

Karen Freud, Psychotherapy | Art Therapy

Registered Psychotherapist, BA, DTATI, RCAT, OATR, RP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 867-5488

Endorsement

Tiffany Chinapen

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RCAT, MSc, BA, CYT

As a colleague of Karen, I have had the privilege of witnessing her compassionate and informative approach firsthand.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Art Therapy
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Person-Centered
Positive Psychology
Psychodynamic
Strength-Based

We will explore how your past experiences may have influenced your current emotional responses & I will help you get unstuck from patterns that aren't working for you. Together, these approaches will help you build self-awareness, confidence, and resilience for lasting change.

Karen Freud, Psychotherapy | Art Therapy

Registered Psychotherapist, BA, DTATI, RCAT, OATR, RP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 867-5488

Karen Freud, Psychotherapy | Art Therapy

Registered Psychotherapist, BA, DTATI, RCAT, OATR, RP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (437) 867-5488

Location

Primary Location

North York, ON M6B

(437) 867-5488

Email us

Website

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

North York

Postal Codes

I offer new clients a free 15-minute consult and/or a low-cost trial/first session to see if we're a good fit.

Karen Freud, Psychotherapy | Art Therapy

Registered Psychotherapist, BA, DTATI, RCAT, OATR, RP

Call for a free consultation now - (437) 867-5488

I offer new clients a free 15-minute consult and/or a low-cost trial/first session to see if we're a good fit.

Karen Freud, Psychotherapy | Art Therapy

Registered Psychotherapist, BA, DTATI, RCAT, OATR, RP

Call for a free consultation now - (437) 867-5488