Therapists in M4J
Offering DBT and Radically Open DBT! Are you always extremely organized? Do you put 110% into your work and set high personal standards? Good for you! These traits are often applauded by society, and those around us, however, research shows that “too much of a good thing” can lead to other problems such as chronic depression, anxiety, anorexia nervosa, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder.If you are someone who is using self harm to cope, or experiencing suicidal thoughts and urges, I am here to support as well. I am passionate about supporting people with borderline personality disorder as it can be so misunderstood.
Offering DBT and Radically Open DBT! Are you always extremely organized? Do you put 110% into your work and set high personal standards? Good for you! These traits are often applauded by society, and those around us, however, research shows that “too much of a good thing” can lead to other problems such as chronic depression, anxiety, anorexia nervosa, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder.If you are someone who is using self harm to cope, or experiencing suicidal thoughts and urges, I am here to support as well. I am passionate about supporting people with borderline personality disorder as it can be so misunderstood.
My ideal client feels overwhelmed by their emotions or stuck in patterns they can’t seem to shift. They may struggle with emotional dysregulation, complex trauma, relationship difficulties, perfectionism, low self-worth, substance use, or eating and body image concerns. Some also navigate the unique challenges of neurodivergence and want support that feels genuinely affirming. They’re seeking clarity, steadiness, and a more grounded, compassionate way of understanding themselves and moving through the world.
My ideal client feels overwhelmed by their emotions or stuck in patterns they can’t seem to shift. They may struggle with emotional dysregulation, complex trauma, relationship difficulties, perfectionism, low self-worth, substance use, or eating and body image concerns. Some also navigate the unique challenges of neurodivergence and want support that feels genuinely affirming. They’re seeking clarity, steadiness, and a more grounded, compassionate way of understanding themselves and moving through the world.
You find life overwhelming; you recognize you are stuck in patterns or behaviors in your personal or professional life that are not working for you, but you don’t know how to help yourself. You think to yourself “what’s the point?” or “things will never change”. That leads to more overwhelm and procrastination. Maybe you notice your head is full of anxious thoughts or negative self-talk that impacts your mood. You don't have to figure it out alone. Utilize my support to close the gap between where you are today and where you want to be. If you’re ready to make some lasting changes, you’ve come to the right place.
You find life overwhelming; you recognize you are stuck in patterns or behaviors in your personal or professional life that are not working for you, but you don’t know how to help yourself. You think to yourself “what’s the point?” or “things will never change”. That leads to more overwhelm and procrastination. Maybe you notice your head is full of anxious thoughts or negative self-talk that impacts your mood. You don't have to figure it out alone. Utilize my support to close the gap between where you are today and where you want to be. If you’re ready to make some lasting changes, you’ve come to the right place.
Lydia Charak Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA-EXAT, BSc/BAA, CIP/CMS, PAT
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4J
Not accepting new clients
You've been struggling for far too long. Feeling down, irritable, stressed, drained of physical and emotional energy or just plain stuck seems to be your new normal and you’re tired of it. Something isn’t right and hasn’t been right for a while and you don't want to burden your loved ones anymore with your problems – they have their own crap to deal with. Your relationships and work life are suffering and you just want everything to be OK. Dealing with tough emotions and trauma (those you may be painfully aware of and those that may be long buried) and learning to cope with self-compassion will help get your life back on track.
You've been struggling for far too long. Feeling down, irritable, stressed, drained of physical and emotional energy or just plain stuck seems to be your new normal and you’re tired of it. Something isn’t right and hasn’t been right for a while and you don't want to burden your loved ones anymore with your problems – they have their own crap to deal with. Your relationships and work life are suffering and you just want everything to be OK. Dealing with tough emotions and trauma (those you may be painfully aware of and those that may be long buried) and learning to cope with self-compassion will help get your life back on track.
Therapy can be an empowering experience; an opportunity to better understand oneself, learn new ways of addressing problems, and enhance overall well-being. I am a clinical social worker with over a decade of experience working with adults and youth in hospitals as well as community and private settings. I support individuals struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma and PTSD, self esteem, eating disorders/disordered eating, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and managing intense emotions.
Therapy can be an empowering experience; an opportunity to better understand oneself, learn new ways of addressing problems, and enhance overall well-being. I am a clinical social worker with over a decade of experience working with adults and youth in hospitals as well as community and private settings. I support individuals struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma and PTSD, self esteem, eating disorders/disordered eating, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and managing intense emotions.
I am a Psychotherapist/ Occupational Therapist, graduating from Queen's University in 1994. I have spent my career building an expertise in the field of Mental Health working in hospital, community and private practice settings. I have received additional training and certificates in treatment modalities such as Emotion Focused Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Narrative therapy, PGAP and have offered treatment both in individual and group settings.
I am a Psychotherapist/ Occupational Therapist, graduating from Queen's University in 1994. I have spent my career building an expertise in the field of Mental Health working in hospital, community and private practice settings. I have received additional training and certificates in treatment modalities such as Emotion Focused Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Narrative therapy, PGAP and have offered treatment both in individual and group settings.
It can feel exhausting to tell yourself “today is the day I’ll change,” only to wake up and find yourself stuck in the same cycle. Maybe you spend your days replaying what you should have done, or feeling weighed down by past mistakes. Perhaps your relationships feel distant, conversations feel hard to start, or your friends’ successes feel more like pressure than celebration. You might feel caught between expectations, what you truly want, and the reality of making a living.
It can feel exhausting to tell yourself “today is the day I’ll change,” only to wake up and find yourself stuck in the same cycle. Maybe you spend your days replaying what you should have done, or feeling weighed down by past mistakes. Perhaps your relationships feel distant, conversations feel hard to start, or your friends’ successes feel more like pressure than celebration. You might feel caught between expectations, what you truly want, and the reality of making a living.
Are you facing any; relationship challenges, substance abuse, self-harm, disordered eating, isolation? Struggling to find effective therapy due to long waitlists? If you're seeking to master Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills to regain stability and joy, Dialectical Living is here for you. Our ideal client craves tools for emotional regulation, yearns for healthier relationships, and desires a path to inner peace. DBT has demonstrated success in effectively managing conditions such as bipolar disorder, BPD, ADHD, anxiety, addiction and more. We would be honoured to be a part of your DBT journey. Plant that DBT seed today!
Are you facing any; relationship challenges, substance abuse, self-harm, disordered eating, isolation? Struggling to find effective therapy due to long waitlists? If you're seeking to master Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills to regain stability and joy, Dialectical Living is here for you. Our ideal client craves tools for emotional regulation, yearns for healthier relationships, and desires a path to inner peace. DBT has demonstrated success in effectively managing conditions such as bipolar disorder, BPD, ADHD, anxiety, addiction and more. We would be honoured to be a part of your DBT journey. Plant that DBT seed today!
I know from personal experience that mental health struggles can have a devastating impact on our ability to live full lives. It's that experience that led me to become a social worker, and to train as both an individual and family therapist. In our work together, we will develop the skills and strategies that you need to find relief from your symptoms. We will also help you to explore the root causes of those symptoms, so that you can achieve long-term change. I have worked in community mental health for 15+ years, so I can also help you navigate the broader mental health system.
I know from personal experience that mental health struggles can have a devastating impact on our ability to live full lives. It's that experience that led me to become a social worker, and to train as both an individual and family therapist. In our work together, we will develop the skills and strategies that you need to find relief from your symptoms. We will also help you to explore the root causes of those symptoms, so that you can achieve long-term change. I have worked in community mental health for 15+ years, so I can also help you navigate the broader mental health system.
I've spent 40 years helping people to address depression, anxiety, addiction to substances or behaviours, ADHD, procrastination, relationship problems, difficult life choices, and self-esteem concerns. I'm experienced in addressing problematic behaviours and their impacts on relationships. My services are accessible and affordable. I work via videoconferencing, phone and messaging. For my ADHD clients I run a monthly group, as well as weekly coworking groups to help with productivity.
I've spent 40 years helping people to address depression, anxiety, addiction to substances or behaviours, ADHD, procrastination, relationship problems, difficult life choices, and self-esteem concerns. I'm experienced in addressing problematic behaviours and their impacts on relationships. My services are accessible and affordable. I work via videoconferencing, phone and messaging. For my ADHD clients I run a monthly group, as well as weekly coworking groups to help with productivity.
Everything can be broken down into small and manageable steps, and even small shifts can produce significant change and offer much needed relief. If you or your loved one (child, adolescent, or partner) seems to be stuck in repeating behaviours, or patterns that are stretching your patience and energy reserves, you've come to the right place. I'm here to help shoulder some of the emotional weight you've been carrying, and to let you know there is hope, tangible tools and strategies, and positive change on the other side of bravely stepping into this process.
Everything can be broken down into small and manageable steps, and even small shifts can produce significant change and offer much needed relief. If you or your loved one (child, adolescent, or partner) seems to be stuck in repeating behaviours, or patterns that are stretching your patience and energy reserves, you've come to the right place. I'm here to help shoulder some of the emotional weight you've been carrying, and to let you know there is hope, tangible tools and strategies, and positive change on the other side of bravely stepping into this process.
I am so glad that you are contemplating the start of a 'therapeutic journey' as life can sometimes feel overwhelming and difficult to manage on your own. I know it takes ‘courage’ to reach out for support, and I understand that we sometimes need a 'place' to share our burdens. I also recognize that it can be ‘scary’ to seek help, but my practice includes a ‘non-traditional’ holistic ‘Christian & Biblical Perspective’, where we can work together to reach your full potential as a child of 'God'. Contact me, as it would be my privilege to work with you, during this time in your life. So let's get started.
I am so glad that you are contemplating the start of a 'therapeutic journey' as life can sometimes feel overwhelming and difficult to manage on your own. I know it takes ‘courage’ to reach out for support, and I understand that we sometimes need a 'place' to share our burdens. I also recognize that it can be ‘scary’ to seek help, but my practice includes a ‘non-traditional’ holistic ‘Christian & Biblical Perspective’, where we can work together to reach your full potential as a child of 'God'. Contact me, as it would be my privilege to work with you, during this time in your life. So let's get started.
Hey there, I'm Carlyn! You may be seeking support for any number of reasons - perhaps you are feeling disconnected from others or are looking to strengthen your relationship with yourself. You may feel as though you are stuck in a loop and unsure as to how to move forward or break free. Regardless of what brings you to therapy, it is my privilege to provide space for my client's stories and experiences. My aim is to help you to understand how the challenges you are facing today are impacted by the experiences and traumas of your past and help you to move towards your most resilient and authentic self.
Hey there, I'm Carlyn! You may be seeking support for any number of reasons - perhaps you are feeling disconnected from others or are looking to strengthen your relationship with yourself. You may feel as though you are stuck in a loop and unsure as to how to move forward or break free. Regardless of what brings you to therapy, it is my privilege to provide space for my client's stories and experiences. My aim is to help you to understand how the challenges you are facing today are impacted by the experiences and traumas of your past and help you to move towards your most resilient and authentic self.
Struggling to find balance and joy with so many competing demands — work, parenting, relationships? You're not alone, and finding a therapist shouldn’t feel like another obstacle. My approach is straightforward and practical. I invite you to come to our sessions exactly as you are — even if things feel messy.
Together, we’ll sort through whatever’s going on: stress and anxiety, deep sadness or depression, ADHD or neurodivergence, postpartum transitions, grief, or major life changes. We'll work to help you regain balance, set meaningful goals, and take steady steps toward the life you truly want.
Struggling to find balance and joy with so many competing demands — work, parenting, relationships? You're not alone, and finding a therapist shouldn’t feel like another obstacle. My approach is straightforward and practical. I invite you to come to our sessions exactly as you are — even if things feel messy.
Together, we’ll sort through whatever’s going on: stress and anxiety, deep sadness or depression, ADHD or neurodivergence, postpartum transitions, grief, or major life changes. We'll work to help you regain balance, set meaningful goals, and take steady steps toward the life you truly want.
Are you seeking relief from daily stressors, support during a life transition, or working through a traumatic experience? In that case, I am here to work with you drawing on a holistic perspective that considers your mental health comprehensively, considering all aspects of your life. I approach practice with a unique blend of therapeutic modalities aimed at unlocking your inner healing abilities fostering healing and empowerment helping you find optimism and hope. You matter, and I'm here to help with short- or long-term sessions for challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, substance misuse, and gender-based violence.
Are you seeking relief from daily stressors, support during a life transition, or working through a traumatic experience? In that case, I am here to work with you drawing on a holistic perspective that considers your mental health comprehensively, considering all aspects of your life. I approach practice with a unique blend of therapeutic modalities aimed at unlocking your inner healing abilities fostering healing and empowerment helping you find optimism and hope. You matter, and I'm here to help with short- or long-term sessions for challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, substance misuse, and gender-based violence.
Reaching out for therapeutic support is an act of kindness towards yourself. If you are experiencing overwhelming emotions, feeling numb, finding it hard to maintain fulfilling relationships with others and yourself, I can support you. I am an individual and couples therapist who takes an Emotionally Focused Therapy approach, combined with Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Sex Therapy. I have experience working with trauma and abuse, mismatched sexual desire, struggles with self-worth, betrayals, life transitions, grief, and overcoming difficult communication patterns. I love what I do and deeply value my clients.
Reaching out for therapeutic support is an act of kindness towards yourself. If you are experiencing overwhelming emotions, feeling numb, finding it hard to maintain fulfilling relationships with others and yourself, I can support you. I am an individual and couples therapist who takes an Emotionally Focused Therapy approach, combined with Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Sex Therapy. I have experience working with trauma and abuse, mismatched sexual desire, struggles with self-worth, betrayals, life transitions, grief, and overcoming difficult communication patterns. I love what I do and deeply value my clients.
I am a very active therapist. Rather than focus on the past, I encourage my clients to consider how the emotions and behaviours they are experiencing today are either helpful or potentially an area for change.
I am a very active therapist. Rather than focus on the past, I encourage my clients to consider how the emotions and behaviours they are experiencing today are either helpful or potentially an area for change.
When life feels overwhelming or uncertain, therapy can be a place to find your footing again. I offer a grounded and compassionate space to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and reconnect with yourself.
When life feels overwhelming or uncertain, therapy can be a place to find your footing again. I offer a grounded and compassionate space to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and reconnect with yourself.
I believe in the innate ability of every individual to grow and heal, sometimes we need help. For twenty five years I have had the privilege of working with individuals, couples, families and groups on their healing journeys. I work with an anti-oppression and client-centered perspective, which celebrates the unique needs of every client I see. Therapy is an evolving collaboration that needs a safe space to explore challenging feelings, thoughts and relationships in support of new insights, repair, and connection.
I believe in the innate ability of every individual to grow and heal, sometimes we need help. For twenty five years I have had the privilege of working with individuals, couples, families and groups on their healing journeys. I work with an anti-oppression and client-centered perspective, which celebrates the unique needs of every client I see. Therapy is an evolving collaboration that needs a safe space to explore challenging feelings, thoughts and relationships in support of new insights, repair, and connection.
Accepting new clients - I work primarily with adults who are struggling with ADHD and AuDHD (late diagnosed or suspected), BPD, trauma, rejection sensitivity, relationship stress, low self-esteem, people-pleasing, emotionally immature parents, and social + general anxiety. My strength comes in the form of relatability, as well as curating effective coping skills and offering a relaxed space to process trauma and regulate the nervous system.
I also offer flexible in-person options, such as "walk and 'talk" sessions.
Accepting new clients - I work primarily with adults who are struggling with ADHD and AuDHD (late diagnosed or suspected), BPD, trauma, rejection sensitivity, relationship stress, low self-esteem, people-pleasing, emotionally immature parents, and social + general anxiety. My strength comes in the form of relatability, as well as curating effective coping skills and offering a relaxed space to process trauma and regulate the nervous system.
I also offer flexible in-person options, such as "walk and 'talk" sessions.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in M4J
100+
Average cost per session
$162
Counsellors in M4J who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 87% | Relationship Issues |
| 84% | Depression |
| 79% | Self Esteem |
| 77% | Stress |
| 70% | Grief |
| 64% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 75% | Green Shield Canada |
| 69% | Manulife |
| 67% | SunLife |
How Counsellors in M4J see their clients
| 58% | In Person and Online | |
| 42% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 76% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 5% | Non-Binary |