Therapists in L4K
Finding a safe space to explore, process and work through the ups and downs of your life can feel overwhelming. Every day I work with individuals feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns that negatively impact goals and relationships. I will guide you to navigating these thoughts and feelings, while supporting you in going beyond talk therapy, towards processing and setting achievable goals, gaining a deeper understanding of your personal values and developing new, more skillful behaviors for coping with challenges.
Finding a safe space to explore, process and work through the ups and downs of your life can feel overwhelming. Every day I work with individuals feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns that negatively impact goals and relationships. I will guide you to navigating these thoughts and feelings, while supporting you in going beyond talk therapy, towards processing and setting achievable goals, gaining a deeper understanding of your personal values and developing new, more skillful behaviors for coping with challenges.
I believe everyone’s mental health journey is unique, and I approach each individual with empathy, compassion, and understanding. Drawing from my own lived experiences, I know how challenging it can be to navigate mental health struggles, and I aim to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported. Together, we’ll explore your challenges and strengths to foster growth, resilience, and healing. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, I’m here to walk alongside you on your path.
I believe everyone’s mental health journey is unique, and I approach each individual with empathy, compassion, and understanding. Drawing from my own lived experiences, I know how challenging it can be to navigate mental health struggles, and I aim to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported. Together, we’ll explore your challenges and strengths to foster growth, resilience, and healing. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, I’m here to walk alongside you on your path.
Accepting New Clients.
You don’t need to be fixed — you need to be met.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who are navigating emotional disconnection, relationship complexity, or life transitions. Whether you’re feeling stuck in repeating patterns, quietly overwhelmed, or unsure what’s next, I offer a space to reflect, explore, and reconnect with yourself and with those around you.
Accepting New Clients.
You don’t need to be fixed — you need to be met.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who are navigating emotional disconnection, relationship complexity, or life transitions. Whether you’re feeling stuck in repeating patterns, quietly overwhelmed, or unsure what’s next, I offer a space to reflect, explore, and reconnect with yourself and with those around you.
Accepting New Clients! - Navigating a life that doesn’t feel like yours anymore can be a scary, stressful, and lonely experience – but I am here to help you through it. As your therapist, I am committed to exploring beyond the surface to help you safely rediscover and grow from the wounds of your past. I strive to foster an environment where you feel heard, seen, and genuinely recognized for the intersecting strengths, values, and identities that you hold as a human being. Together, we will create an open and honest space where you can feel safe, in control, and learn to accept your thoughts and feelings without judgment.
Accepting New Clients! - Navigating a life that doesn’t feel like yours anymore can be a scary, stressful, and lonely experience – but I am here to help you through it. As your therapist, I am committed to exploring beyond the surface to help you safely rediscover and grow from the wounds of your past. I strive to foster an environment where you feel heard, seen, and genuinely recognized for the intersecting strengths, values, and identities that you hold as a human being. Together, we will create an open and honest space where you can feel safe, in control, and learn to accept your thoughts and feelings without judgment.
We are a group of registered mental health professionals including a psychologist, social worker, and psychotherapist. Our priority is to provide clients with a safe and confidential space to better understand themselves and work through challenges. We offer evidence-based treatments including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness and Compassion based therapies, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) & Prolonged Exposure (PE).
We are a group of registered mental health professionals including a psychologist, social worker, and psychotherapist. Our priority is to provide clients with a safe and confidential space to better understand themselves and work through challenges. We offer evidence-based treatments including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness and Compassion based therapies, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) & Prolonged Exposure (PE).
Different life stages provide different sets of challenges, which can be frustrating to navigate at any age. My personal and professional experiences have shown me that humans are resilient by nature, however, we just need a little extra help sometimes. A common misconception is that therapy provides cookie-cutter solutions to all of life’s problems; however, it is quite the opposite. Therapy is a tool that helps individuals understand and come to terms with emotional and behavioural patterns that can be positive or negative in nature. Despite what you are going through, I want you to remember that you are not alone!
Different life stages provide different sets of challenges, which can be frustrating to navigate at any age. My personal and professional experiences have shown me that humans are resilient by nature, however, we just need a little extra help sometimes. A common misconception is that therapy provides cookie-cutter solutions to all of life’s problems; however, it is quite the opposite. Therapy is a tool that helps individuals understand and come to terms with emotional and behavioural patterns that can be positive or negative in nature. Despite what you are going through, I want you to remember that you are not alone!
I completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and I am licensed to practice clinical psychology and neuropsychology in Ontario. I specialize in working with adults who sustained brain injuries and experience anxiety, depression, and pain. I see people for neuropsychological and psychological assessments and treatment. My practice focuses on treatment, medical legal and catastrophic assessments.
I completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and I am licensed to practice clinical psychology and neuropsychology in Ontario. I specialize in working with adults who sustained brain injuries and experience anxiety, depression, and pain. I see people for neuropsychological and psychological assessments and treatment. My practice focuses on treatment, medical legal and catastrophic assessments.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
I would like to support you with your life challenges, stressors, depression and anxiety. I want to help you reach your goals effectively through warm and empathic interaction. I can provide a warm space if you are looking for a caring and empathic therapist. As an affirmative therapist, I also work with BIPOC and LGBTQ populations, with extensive training in couples work. I facilitate non-judgementally and can walk us through collaborative and effective approaches. I have extensive experience working with ADHD, Autism and Neurodiversity and specialize in Brainspotting Trauma therapy. I want to understand your lived experiences.
I would like to support you with your life challenges, stressors, depression and anxiety. I want to help you reach your goals effectively through warm and empathic interaction. I can provide a warm space if you are looking for a caring and empathic therapist. As an affirmative therapist, I also work with BIPOC and LGBTQ populations, with extensive training in couples work. I facilitate non-judgementally and can walk us through collaborative and effective approaches. I have extensive experience working with ADHD, Autism and Neurodiversity and specialize in Brainspotting Trauma therapy. I want to understand your lived experiences.
I believe each person is unique, and therefore I offer a carefully personalized approach that meets you exactly where you are. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and free to guide the conversation and our work together at your own pace. I work with individuals facing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, relationship struggles, identity, and self-worth—together, we will explore your particular challenges as well as what matters most to you, and move toward the kind of change you are seeking in your life.
I believe each person is unique, and therefore I offer a carefully personalized approach that meets you exactly where you are. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and free to guide the conversation and our work together at your own pace. I work with individuals facing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, relationship struggles, identity, and self-worth—together, we will explore your particular challenges as well as what matters most to you, and move toward the kind of change you are seeking in your life.
Victoria Pacitti, Therapist & Clinical Supervisor
Registered Psychotherapist, RSW, RP
6 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4K
Are you feeling anxious, having excessive worries, fearing judgement, or even feeling uncomfortable in your body? You’ve been trying to cope alone with how you’re feeling, but things just don’t seem to be getting any easier. It feels like your mood is quick to change and as though you don’t have control over your emotions or thoughts. Feeling stuck in these issues and in your own head might be leading you to feel hopeless about yourself and the future. I specialize in helping individuals better understand, manage and address anxiety, stress, sadness, trauma, social anxiety, feeling disconnected, relationship difficulties and more.
Are you feeling anxious, having excessive worries, fearing judgement, or even feeling uncomfortable in your body? You’ve been trying to cope alone with how you’re feeling, but things just don’t seem to be getting any easier. It feels like your mood is quick to change and as though you don’t have control over your emotions or thoughts. Feeling stuck in these issues and in your own head might be leading you to feel hopeless about yourself and the future. I specialize in helping individuals better understand, manage and address anxiety, stress, sadness, trauma, social anxiety, feeling disconnected, relationship difficulties and more.
Welcome! I’m Aaron Peters, a Registered Psychotherapist (Q) and Licensed Professional Counselor Associate originated in Texas. With formal training and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on your well-being, I am dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges and achieve your personal goals. As a multicultural, male counselor, I offer a unique and empathetic perspective that resonates with clients from diverse backgrounds. My approach to therapy is grounded in relatability and understanding, ensuring that you feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout your journey to healing.
Welcome! I’m Aaron Peters, a Registered Psychotherapist (Q) and Licensed Professional Counselor Associate originated in Texas. With formal training and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on your well-being, I am dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges and achieve your personal goals. As a multicultural, male counselor, I offer a unique and empathetic perspective that resonates with clients from diverse backgrounds. My approach to therapy is grounded in relatability and understanding, ensuring that you feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout your journey to healing.
I work with individuals navigating sexual health concerns and other sex-related issues, along with anxiety, low mood, trauma, and a range of emotional and relational challenges. I also support couples struggling with communication and intimacy, helping them better understand patterns and build deeper connection. In addition to clinical work, I am a clinical supervisor and a Yorkville University–approved practicum supervisor, offering weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly supervision.
I work with individuals navigating sexual health concerns and other sex-related issues, along with anxiety, low mood, trauma, and a range of emotional and relational challenges. I also support couples struggling with communication and intimacy, helping them better understand patterns and build deeper connection. In addition to clinical work, I am a clinical supervisor and a Yorkville University–approved practicum supervisor, offering weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly supervision.
If you’re here, something in your life has started to feel too heavy to carry alone. Maybe you’re new to therapy. Maybe you’ve tried before and are hoping this time feels different. Either way, reaching out is a big deal, and I’m so proud of you for taking this step.
If you’re here, something in your life has started to feel too heavy to carry alone. Maybe you’re new to therapy. Maybe you’ve tried before and are hoping this time feels different. Either way, reaching out is a big deal, and I’m so proud of you for taking this step.
Hi, I’m Judy, Director at Your Story Counselling (YSC). Life can be stressful, and it’s easy to feel disconnected from yourself and others.
At YSC, we help you find what you need to create your own path in life. By embracing vulnerability, you can access your inner strength to overcome challenges and move toward your preferred way of living, loving, and being happy. Everyone can use support from time to time, and we’re here to help.
Hi, I’m Judy, Director at Your Story Counselling (YSC). Life can be stressful, and it’s easy to feel disconnected from yourself and others.
At YSC, we help you find what you need to create your own path in life. By embracing vulnerability, you can access your inner strength to overcome challenges and move toward your preferred way of living, loving, and being happy. Everyone can use support from time to time, and we’re here to help.
With mental health and addiction there comes this terrible feeling of powerlessness, shame and loss of control. Sometimes reaching out for help seems like too much. But when you do reach out, you will know what it's like to recover and the tremendous hope it brings. The strength you didn't know you had will appear and you will feel whole again - and in control. I would like to help you find that way forward.
With mental health and addiction there comes this terrible feeling of powerlessness, shame and loss of control. Sometimes reaching out for help seems like too much. But when you do reach out, you will know what it's like to recover and the tremendous hope it brings. The strength you didn't know you had will appear and you will feel whole again - and in control. I would like to help you find that way forward.
It may not be easy to overcome life’s challenges on your own and reaching for help is an essential step for change. You might struggle with upsetting emotions and conditions as Anxiety, Panic, Anger, Guilt, Grief, Depression, Trauma. Or you might be having difficulty adjusting to a major life change, wishing to establish healthier relationships. You may want to be more assertive and live your life fully. We can find a healing path forward. My passion and commitment is to help identify, address, and resolve barriers that get in a way of fulfillment and ease in your life.
It may not be easy to overcome life’s challenges on your own and reaching for help is an essential step for change. You might struggle with upsetting emotions and conditions as Anxiety, Panic, Anger, Guilt, Grief, Depression, Trauma. Or you might be having difficulty adjusting to a major life change, wishing to establish healthier relationships. You may want to be more assertive and live your life fully. We can find a healing path forward. My passion and commitment is to help identify, address, and resolve barriers that get in a way of fulfillment and ease in your life.
Accepting New Clients! - Are you a perfectionist and lowkey afraid to admit it? Are you frustrated with your people pleasing tendencies? I hear you, and I would love to help you work through it all! Taking the first step in seeking therapy is always the hardest and at Karkiu Psychotherapy, we are feeling proud! As your therapist, I strive to create an environment where you feel seen and heard – comfortable to explore your roots through a collaborative and supportive environment. I strive to see the person beyond the problem by recognizing our inherent strengths, talents, and passions as humans to facilitate meaningful change.
Accepting New Clients! - Are you a perfectionist and lowkey afraid to admit it? Are you frustrated with your people pleasing tendencies? I hear you, and I would love to help you work through it all! Taking the first step in seeking therapy is always the hardest and at Karkiu Psychotherapy, we are feeling proud! As your therapist, I strive to create an environment where you feel seen and heard – comfortable to explore your roots through a collaborative and supportive environment. I strive to see the person beyond the problem by recognizing our inherent strengths, talents, and passions as humans to facilitate meaningful change.
I share a common human experience with my clients and appreciate our journeys. Maybe you're considering therapy to connect with someone non-judgmental and outside your personal support system; you're feeling uneasy or worrying about life; you're withdrawing from others and no longer find joy and pleasure; substance use or a habitual behaviour is getting in the way of meaningful relationships and meeting life’s challenges; or you experienced a major event in your life and you're feeling overwhelmed. We will endeavour to understand these challenges and I will support you in taking steps that would benefit you.
I share a common human experience with my clients and appreciate our journeys. Maybe you're considering therapy to connect with someone non-judgmental and outside your personal support system; you're feeling uneasy or worrying about life; you're withdrawing from others and no longer find joy and pleasure; substance use or a habitual behaviour is getting in the way of meaningful relationships and meeting life’s challenges; or you experienced a major event in your life and you're feeling overwhelmed. We will endeavour to understand these challenges and I will support you in taking steps that would benefit you.
Two core beliefs I bring to therapy are: 1) our experiences can shape us without defining us and 2) meaningful growth towards our values is possible. In navigating immigration, loss, multicultural identity, and high-pressure jobs, I understand how going through changes, challenges, or losses can feel confusing, frustrating, exhausting, and lonely. If you're seeking therapy to explore questions that are coming up, process what you're going through, or figure out what is next; I welcome you! I offer a safe and supportive environment to bring your full self and thoughtful dialogue for self-reflection, self-compassion, and growth.
Two core beliefs I bring to therapy are: 1) our experiences can shape us without defining us and 2) meaningful growth towards our values is possible. In navigating immigration, loss, multicultural identity, and high-pressure jobs, I understand how going through changes, challenges, or losses can feel confusing, frustrating, exhausting, and lonely. If you're seeking therapy to explore questions that are coming up, process what you're going through, or figure out what is next; I welcome you! I offer a safe and supportive environment to bring your full self and thoughtful dialogue for self-reflection, self-compassion, and growth.
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Number of Counsellors in L4K
200+
Average cost per session
$171
Counsellors in L4K who prioritize treating:
| 95% | Anxiety |
| 91% | Depression |
| 84% | Relationship Issues |
| 84% | Self Esteem |
| 84% | Stress |
| 75% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 70% | Grief |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 94% | SunLife |
| 90% | Manulife |
| 89% | Green Shield Canada |
How Counsellors in L4K see their clients
| 70% | In Person and Online | |
| 30% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 81% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |