Therapists in L4B
With over 18 years of experience as a registered psychotherapist, I support adults and families in navigating life’s challenges with greater clarity and resilience. My approach is grounded in the belief that meaningful change begins with awareness, patience, and courage. I also emphasize the importance of acceptance for the aspects of life we cannot change. Together, through psychotherapy, we’ll work to strengthen your capacity for both acceptance and growth. My primary modality is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a proven and effective approach for enhancing emotional well-being and lasting positive change.
With over 18 years of experience as a registered psychotherapist, I support adults and families in navigating life’s challenges with greater clarity and resilience. My approach is grounded in the belief that meaningful change begins with awareness, patience, and courage. I also emphasize the importance of acceptance for the aspects of life we cannot change. Together, through psychotherapy, we’ll work to strengthen your capacity for both acceptance and growth. My primary modality is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a proven and effective approach for enhancing emotional well-being and lasting positive change.
I understand that challenges in life can leave you feeling overwhelmed, confused, alone, and uncertain. I believe that compassionate support and trust are essential in creating a safe space where you can share at your own pace and find clarity in the messiness.
I understand that challenges in life can leave you feeling overwhelmed, confused, alone, and uncertain. I believe that compassionate support and trust are essential in creating a safe space where you can share at your own pace and find clarity in the messiness.
Change Is Possible. You're feeling overwhelmed and isolated, carrying hardships you've held for a long time, and you're ready for some relief. Many of my clients are balancing multiple roles, as a student, professional, parent, or partner, while navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or a difficult life transition. They tell me, "I'm tired of hurting," or "I feel alone and under pressure." They're looking for a safe place to explore old wounds and pursue change. Together, I offer a warm, collaborative space that cares for every part of who you are, and I believe positive change and relief are possible.
Change Is Possible. You're feeling overwhelmed and isolated, carrying hardships you've held for a long time, and you're ready for some relief. Many of my clients are balancing multiple roles, as a student, professional, parent, or partner, while navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or a difficult life transition. They tell me, "I'm tired of hurting," or "I feel alone and under pressure." They're looking for a safe place to explore old wounds and pursue change. Together, I offer a warm, collaborative space that cares for every part of who you are, and I believe positive change and relief are possible.
My clients often struggle with anxiety, relationship challenges, and self-doubt. They describe constant worry, overthinking, or tension that affects their sleep, focus, and confidence. Many also find it hard to set boundaries or break old patterns in relationships.
They come to therapy wanting to feel calmer and more in control, to understand their
thoughts and emotions, and to build healthier, more fulfilling connections. Together, we
work on developing awareness, balance, and practical tools for lasting change.
My clients often struggle with anxiety, relationship challenges, and self-doubt. They describe constant worry, overthinking, or tension that affects their sleep, focus, and confidence. Many also find it hard to set boundaries or break old patterns in relationships.
They come to therapy wanting to feel calmer and more in control, to understand their
thoughts and emotions, and to build healthier, more fulfilling connections. Together, we
work on developing awareness, balance, and practical tools for lasting change.
Bennett & Associates - Loretta Hoac
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, ADD_CSP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
What brings you here today? It's not always easy to identify what the issue actually is, let alone what is standing in the way of change. Our fears, anxieties, lack of self-esteem, confidence, or lack of support, make change daunting, and status quo the "safer option". I will help you to identify and understand what it is that you need and what is holding you back from acquiring it. Sometimes interventions promote change, and other times, acceptance. Adapting to who you are and building a better relationship with yourself will create the foundation needed for navigating life in a fulfilling way.
What brings you here today? It's not always easy to identify what the issue actually is, let alone what is standing in the way of change. Our fears, anxieties, lack of self-esteem, confidence, or lack of support, make change daunting, and status quo the "safer option". I will help you to identify and understand what it is that you need and what is holding you back from acquiring it. Sometimes interventions promote change, and other times, acceptance. Adapting to who you are and building a better relationship with yourself will create the foundation needed for navigating life in a fulfilling way.
You may be at a point where summer's pace feels like too much or too little, overstimulated by the busyness or unsettled by the shift in routine. The season invites lightness, yet underneath there may be restlessness, comparison, or a sense of falling behind. Old patterns may resurface even as everything around you feels louder and faster. My ideal client is ready to slow down within the noise, to understand what they are feeling, and reconnect with what matters. You are not just trying to keep up, but to move forward with more clarity, steadiness, and self-trust.
You may be at a point where summer's pace feels like too much or too little, overstimulated by the busyness or unsettled by the shift in routine. The season invites lightness, yet underneath there may be restlessness, comparison, or a sense of falling behind. Old patterns may resurface even as everything around you feels louder and faster. My ideal client is ready to slow down within the noise, to understand what they are feeling, and reconnect with what matters. You are not just trying to keep up, but to move forward with more clarity, steadiness, and self-trust.
Leila Abbaszadeh, MSW, RSW, RP is a Registered Social Worker (OCSWSSW) and a Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO). She is an individual, couple and family therapist. She also administers psychosocial assessments for motor vehicle accident victims. She provides solution-focused and strengths-based treatment for individuals and couples.
Leila Abbaszadeh, MSW, RSW, RP is a Registered Social Worker (OCSWSSW) and a Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO). She is an individual, couple and family therapist. She also administers psychosocial assessments for motor vehicle accident victims. She provides solution-focused and strengths-based treatment for individuals and couples.
I take a client-centered approach that respect people as the authority on their own experiences and recognize the key role that emotions play in our lives. My counseling work is informed by various therapeutic modalities as well as by my extensive clinical experiences, but always with a focus on the uniqueness of each individual. Over the years, I have effectively helped many people adjust for better lives - helping them learn the strategies and tools necessary to resolve their difficulties and build on their strengths.
I take a client-centered approach that respect people as the authority on their own experiences and recognize the key role that emotions play in our lives. My counseling work is informed by various therapeutic modalities as well as by my extensive clinical experiences, but always with a focus on the uniqueness of each individual. Over the years, I have effectively helped many people adjust for better lives - helping them learn the strategies and tools necessary to resolve their difficulties and build on their strengths.
Sigrun Sigurjonsdottir Couples Counselor
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RMFT, ITCA, EMDR
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Specializing in sex counseling. Occasionally all relationships experience a period of stress. That can feel threatening and overwhelming. Whether you feel disconnected, have communication difficulties or have a reason to think your relationship may be over, I can assist you navigate your way back to safety and comfort. I offer a complete array of services to manage your relationships. Among those Premarital Counseling, Marital Counseling, Sex Therapy and Family Mediation Services. My approach tends to be direct, making the most out of each session. I only use methods that have been shown to be effective.
Specializing in sex counseling. Occasionally all relationships experience a period of stress. That can feel threatening and overwhelming. Whether you feel disconnected, have communication difficulties or have a reason to think your relationship may be over, I can assist you navigate your way back to safety and comfort. I offer a complete array of services to manage your relationships. Among those Premarital Counseling, Marital Counseling, Sex Therapy and Family Mediation Services. My approach tends to be direct, making the most out of each session. I only use methods that have been shown to be effective.
As a therapist I aim to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can discuss personal and sensitive issues. I will work collaboratively with you to help you find the solutions that are best for you. Through psychotherapy you can explore negative emotions, gain insight to problematic thoughts and behaviours and learn healthy coping strategies that will help to rebuild your self confidence. If you are feeling depressed, anxious, stressed or overwhelmed therapy can help you overcome these feelings. If you are struggling in your relationships, therapy can help you create more satisfying and meaningful relationships.
As a therapist I aim to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can discuss personal and sensitive issues. I will work collaboratively with you to help you find the solutions that are best for you. Through psychotherapy you can explore negative emotions, gain insight to problematic thoughts and behaviours and learn healthy coping strategies that will help to rebuild your self confidence. If you are feeling depressed, anxious, stressed or overwhelmed therapy can help you overcome these feelings. If you are struggling in your relationships, therapy can help you create more satisfying and meaningful relationships.
1 Day Anger Management Workshop/Course. CERTIFICATE AND LETTER PROVIDED SAME DAY.- Ideal for those Mandated by COURT or WORK or simply wanting to take it for Personal Development. 8 week Anger Management for Individuals - At one of our various locations. Ideally 8 sessions, once a week for eight weeks. 8 Week Anger Management for Couples - At one of our various locations, once a week for eight weeks. 10 Week Anger Management for Groups- At one of our various locations. Once a week for ten weeks. Log on to www.angermanagement.ca
1 Day Anger Management Workshop/Course. CERTIFICATE AND LETTER PROVIDED SAME DAY.- Ideal for those Mandated by COURT or WORK or simply wanting to take it for Personal Development. 8 week Anger Management for Individuals - At one of our various locations. Ideally 8 sessions, once a week for eight weeks. 8 Week Anger Management for Couples - At one of our various locations, once a week for eight weeks. 10 Week Anger Management for Groups- At one of our various locations. Once a week for ten weeks. Log on to www.angermanagement.ca
Imagine finding the right therapist in minutes — and beginning to transform your life from the very first session.
Tired of replaying the past? You are not broken - you are carrying more than anyone should carry alone.
At Nafs Healing, we help you heal and - not just cope. Working with a heart, mind, body, and soul lens, we blend evidence-based therapy with authentic Islamic Psychology. Many clients experience real shifts from their very first session.
You don't have to choose between your faith and your healing. We were built for you.
Ready to reclaim yourself, rediscover joy, and return to the wholeness that was always yours?
Imagine finding the right therapist in minutes — and beginning to transform your life from the very first session.
Tired of replaying the past? You are not broken - you are carrying more than anyone should carry alone.
At Nafs Healing, we help you heal and - not just cope. Working with a heart, mind, body, and soul lens, we blend evidence-based therapy with authentic Islamic Psychology. Many clients experience real shifts from their very first session.
You don't have to choose between your faith and your healing. We were built for you.
Ready to reclaim yourself, rediscover joy, and return to the wholeness that was always yours?
Hello and welcome! I strive to help clients heal from inner pain and cultivate inner strength. My focus includes, but is not limited to, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, racial and sexual identity, and men’s issues. My practice is welcoming to everyone, and as a Chinese-Canadian with a background in education, our work together will take into account the unique challenges those from diverse backgrounds face. I am LGBTIQA+ and BIPOC allied.
Hello and welcome! I strive to help clients heal from inner pain and cultivate inner strength. My focus includes, but is not limited to, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, racial and sexual identity, and men’s issues. My practice is welcoming to everyone, and as a Chinese-Canadian with a background in education, our work together will take into account the unique challenges those from diverse backgrounds face. I am LGBTIQA+ and BIPOC allied.
Being at war with your brain is exhausting. When emotions feel intense and overwhelming, you may find yourself repeating behaviours you promised you’d stop. You want to feel better, but "just talking about it" hasn't been enough. You need a structured process to regain control.
I help families & individuals break out of zero-to-hundred emotional cycles before they spiral. I understand why these patterns developed, but when they stop helping, we work directly to change them. My approach is active and skills-based, balancing compassion with accountability.
Being at war with your brain is exhausting. When emotions feel intense and overwhelming, you may find yourself repeating behaviours you promised you’d stop. You want to feel better, but "just talking about it" hasn't been enough. You need a structured process to regain control.
I help families & individuals break out of zero-to-hundred emotional cycles before they spiral. I understand why these patterns developed, but when they stop helping, we work directly to change them. My approach is active and skills-based, balancing compassion with accountability.
We all face hurdles in life, and I believe individuals possess an inner wisdom that can help overcome these obstacles. I strive to create a setting where therapy can be fun and empowering as we work together to discover this inner wisdom. My goal is to foster a judgement free environment, enhancing opportunities to reflect, be heard, and develop skills to achieve confidence extending beyond the therapeutic setting. I believe our body gives us cues that as we learn to tune into can encourage us to understand, process and cope with our emotions - this can support one to navigate both concerns and resources with a renewed capacity.
We all face hurdles in life, and I believe individuals possess an inner wisdom that can help overcome these obstacles. I strive to create a setting where therapy can be fun and empowering as we work together to discover this inner wisdom. My goal is to foster a judgement free environment, enhancing opportunities to reflect, be heard, and develop skills to achieve confidence extending beyond the therapeutic setting. I believe our body gives us cues that as we learn to tune into can encourage us to understand, process and cope with our emotions - this can support one to navigate both concerns and resources with a renewed capacity.
Is anxiety, stress, depression, anger, trauma, poor boundaries, attachment wounds, or relationship issues affecting your well-being and making it difficult to cope? You don't have to navigate it alone. I can help.
If your relationship is struggling—or feels like it has reached a breaking point. I can help you reduce conflict, rebuild trust, friendship and intimacy. We can strengthen your communication, navigate both solvable and ongoing differences, and develop the skills needed to create lasting, meaningful change.
Whatever chapter of life you are in, I am here to support you in writing the next one with greater clarity, healing
Is anxiety, stress, depression, anger, trauma, poor boundaries, attachment wounds, or relationship issues affecting your well-being and making it difficult to cope? You don't have to navigate it alone. I can help.
If your relationship is struggling—or feels like it has reached a breaking point. I can help you reduce conflict, rebuild trust, friendship and intimacy. We can strengthen your communication, navigate both solvable and ongoing differences, and develop the skills needed to create lasting, meaningful change.
Whatever chapter of life you are in, I am here to support you in writing the next one with greater clarity, healing
If you are an individual adult looking to heal attachment wounds, process trauma, or cultivate strategies to manage anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, or chronic pain, I would love the opportunity to see if we would be a good therapeutic fit. Many people I speak with have been told they may be an ideal candidate for EMDR. Others may have sought traditional talk therapy (CBT or DBT) for their developmental trauma in the past but are now curious about a different evidence-based treatment that combines both a top-down (cognitive) and a bottom-up (somatic) approach.
If you are an individual adult looking to heal attachment wounds, process trauma, or cultivate strategies to manage anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, or chronic pain, I would love the opportunity to see if we would be a good therapeutic fit. Many people I speak with have been told they may be an ideal candidate for EMDR. Others may have sought traditional talk therapy (CBT or DBT) for their developmental trauma in the past but are now curious about a different evidence-based treatment that combines both a top-down (cognitive) and a bottom-up (somatic) approach.
Are you feeling like you’ve lost your way, like you are stuck and feeling a deep lack of connection to the things that really matter to you, and not sure which direction to go? Perhaps you’ve had struggles in your past, or maybe more recently, and this is affecting your work, your relationships and how you relate to the world in general. Are you tired of feeling this way and ready to invest the time and effort to get on the path to a better future? I am a therapist that cares about his clients and is passionate about working together with each one to find the effective strategies and solutions that work best for them.
Are you feeling like you’ve lost your way, like you are stuck and feeling a deep lack of connection to the things that really matter to you, and not sure which direction to go? Perhaps you’ve had struggles in your past, or maybe more recently, and this is affecting your work, your relationships and how you relate to the world in general. Are you tired of feeling this way and ready to invest the time and effort to get on the path to a better future? I am a therapist that cares about his clients and is passionate about working together with each one to find the effective strategies and solutions that work best for them.
Motherhood is beautiful, but it comes with a unique set of challenges. Overwhelmed by the physical & emotional changes of pregnancy? Grapping with feelings of grief & loss? Anxious & downcast in your postpartum phase? Missing out on moments of connection with your baby? Struggling with identity/role adjustment? Drowning in early parenting stress? Don't let these feelings of overwhelm, sorrow, fear & doubt dim the joy of motherhood! I offer compassionate support and guidance through specialized psychotherapy services aimed at protecting and promoting optimal maternal well-being during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond!
Motherhood is beautiful, but it comes with a unique set of challenges. Overwhelmed by the physical & emotional changes of pregnancy? Grapping with feelings of grief & loss? Anxious & downcast in your postpartum phase? Missing out on moments of connection with your baby? Struggling with identity/role adjustment? Drowning in early parenting stress? Don't let these feelings of overwhelm, sorrow, fear & doubt dim the joy of motherhood! I offer compassionate support and guidance through specialized psychotherapy services aimed at protecting and promoting optimal maternal well-being during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond!
I believe that everyone has the potential to heal, grow, and change. I believe that we all have our own unique story. Just like a locked door, our struggles can seem insurmountable at times. But with the right support and guidance, we can find the key to unlock these barriers and live more freely. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your challenges, tap into your inner strengths, and achieve your goals. Using a strengths-based approach, I provide a supportive and collaborative partnership to help you develop new skills and insights for a more fulfilling life.
I believe that everyone has the potential to heal, grow, and change. I believe that we all have our own unique story. Just like a locked door, our struggles can seem insurmountable at times. But with the right support and guidance, we can find the key to unlock these barriers and live more freely. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your challenges, tap into your inner strengths, and achieve your goals. Using a strengths-based approach, I provide a supportive and collaborative partnership to help you develop new skills and insights for a more fulfilling life.
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Number of Counsellors in L4B
100+
Average cost per session
$170
Counsellors in L4B who prioritize treating:
| 95% | Anxiety |
| 95% | Social Anxiety |
| 95% | Health Anxiety |
| 95% | Driving Anxiety |
| 90% | Depression |
| 83% | Self Esteem |
| 80% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 85% | Manulife |
| 84% | Green Shield Canada |
| 84% | SunLife |
How Counsellors in L4B see their clients
| 69% | In Person and Online | |
| 31% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 82% | Female | |
| 18% | Male |