Therapists in M5M
Dr. Leah Zalan, Ph.D., C. Psych.
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5M (Online Only)
With more than a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Zalan is a registered clinical psychologist dedicated to assisting adults, adolescents, and couples. Dr. Zalan customizes treatments to meet the unique needs of each client, utilizing evidence-based approaches from an integrated lens. With a solid grounding in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Dr. Zalan integrates Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques into her clinical work.
With more than a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Zalan is a registered clinical psychologist dedicated to assisting adults, adolescents, and couples. Dr. Zalan customizes treatments to meet the unique needs of each client, utilizing evidence-based approaches from an integrated lens. With a solid grounding in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Dr. Zalan integrates Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques into her clinical work.
ReNu Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MC:AT, DVATI, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5M
I view my clients as the experts in their own lives, and my role is to support their journey towards healing through containment, compassion, collaboration, creativity, and curiosity. I work with children, adolescents, their families, and early adults who are struggling with a range of social, emotional, and behavioural challenges.
I view my clients as the experts in their own lives, and my role is to support their journey towards healing through containment, compassion, collaboration, creativity, and curiosity. I work with children, adolescents, their families, and early adults who are struggling with a range of social, emotional, and behavioural challenges.
I am a clinical social worker, working as a therapist in private practice. In my practice I specialize in working with adolescents and adults in individual and couple with a range of presenting issues. I have extensive experience working with clients suffering from anxiety and depression, relationship/marital issues, and challenging family dynamics. I work from a client and family centred approach, adapting my modality depending on the needs of my clients. Prior to starting a private practice, I worked in the area of child mental health with a focus on familial relationships and trauma.
I am a clinical social worker, working as a therapist in private practice. In my practice I specialize in working with adolescents and adults in individual and couple with a range of presenting issues. I have extensive experience working with clients suffering from anxiety and depression, relationship/marital issues, and challenging family dynamics. I work from a client and family centred approach, adapting my modality depending on the needs of my clients. Prior to starting a private practice, I worked in the area of child mental health with a focus on familial relationships and trauma.
John Puchiele Couple and Individual Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, BFA, MA, MFA, (RP)
Verified Verified
North York, ON M5M (Online Only)
I recognize and honour the powerful role that the mind plays in health and healing. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and have been working in the field for 15 years. I specialize in couple-based therapy and also work with individuals. My approach with clients is by listening attentively, developing a therapeutic alliance, empathy, and support without judgment. In my years as a therapist, I have been considered a very effective therapeutic partner with clients in sessions. I genuinely like helping people and seeing clients evolve and heal!
I recognize and honour the powerful role that the mind plays in health and healing. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and have been working in the field for 15 years. I specialize in couple-based therapy and also work with individuals. My approach with clients is by listening attentively, developing a therapeutic alliance, empathy, and support without judgment. In my years as a therapist, I have been considered a very effective therapeutic partner with clients in sessions. I genuinely like helping people and seeing clients evolve and heal!
Sarah is an Australian trained Psychotherapist and Mental Health Social Worker. She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 13 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD. Her motto is simple: “Supporting clients in creating authentic power within themselves and in turn being able to make what was once difficult, easier”.
Sarah is an Australian trained Psychotherapist and Mental Health Social Worker. She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 13 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD. Her motto is simple: “Supporting clients in creating authentic power within themselves and in turn being able to make what was once difficult, easier”.
If you’re feeling caught between different cultural expectations, struggling with self-perception, relationship issues, or work stress, I can help. Together, we can explore how your past affects your present, gain clarity, build resilience, and develop strategies that work for you. I offer a supportive, empathetic space where you can feel understood and find the culturally-informed guidance you need.
If you’re feeling caught between different cultural expectations, struggling with self-perception, relationship issues, or work stress, I can help. Together, we can explore how your past affects your present, gain clarity, build resilience, and develop strategies that work for you. I offer a supportive, empathetic space where you can feel understood and find the culturally-informed guidance you need.
Julia Cocomile
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5M (Online Only)
Life doesn't always go as planned, but luckily there are qualified, compassionate, kind-hearted therapists like myself who are here to support you. I collaborate with clients facing various concerns, including; stress, low-self esteem, anxiety, and relationship problems. As your psychotherapist, I focus on understanding you holistically, ensuring all dimensions are considered to create individualized plans that meet your needs. I firmly believe that progress is never linear and that unique approaches are needed for all clients. Book a FREE 15-MINUTE consultation, and begin your healing journey with me!
Life doesn't always go as planned, but luckily there are qualified, compassionate, kind-hearted therapists like myself who are here to support you. I collaborate with clients facing various concerns, including; stress, low-self esteem, anxiety, and relationship problems. As your psychotherapist, I focus on understanding you holistically, ensuring all dimensions are considered to create individualized plans that meet your needs. I firmly believe that progress is never linear and that unique approaches are needed for all clients. Book a FREE 15-MINUTE consultation, and begin your healing journey with me!
Elyse Blicker
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, BEd, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5M
A strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for inspiring positive change in others. For the past 22 years I have been working with adolescents and their families as an Educator and Guidance Counsellor in the secondary school system. This experience, along with my kind, empathetic, and reflective nature helps me build connections and foster trusting relationships with my clients. I believe that having good relationships with oneself and others is essential for our well-being and self-esteem. I approach therapy through this lens, while also using various therapeutic approaches to meet the needs of my clients.
A strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for inspiring positive change in others. For the past 22 years I have been working with adolescents and their families as an Educator and Guidance Counsellor in the secondary school system. This experience, along with my kind, empathetic, and reflective nature helps me build connections and foster trusting relationships with my clients. I believe that having good relationships with oneself and others is essential for our well-being and self-esteem. I approach therapy through this lens, while also using various therapeutic approaches to meet the needs of my clients.
Jason Shaul Ellenbogen
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North York, ON M5M
My full time private practice in Toronto was established in 1998, and with close to 20 years of experience as a individual and family therapist I treat a wide range of disorders. I have also specialized in the treatment of youth and young adults who are struggling with mental health disorders, family conflict, and school refusal. Another focus of my practice is to provide counselling and resources to high-functioning autistic (ASD) youth and their families. Besides treatment, my practice provides case management, assessment and referral services for clients and their families.
My full time private practice in Toronto was established in 1998, and with close to 20 years of experience as a individual and family therapist I treat a wide range of disorders. I have also specialized in the treatment of youth and young adults who are struggling with mental health disorders, family conflict, and school refusal. Another focus of my practice is to provide counselling and resources to high-functioning autistic (ASD) youth and their families. Besides treatment, my practice provides case management, assessment and referral services for clients and their families.
Parenting is tough. You want to be the best parent you can be but when kids act out, coping with their behaviour can be very stressful, tough on your relationships, and disruptive for the rest of the family. If what you're doing isn't working, are you willing to try something new?
Parenting is tough. You want to be the best parent you can be but when kids act out, coping with their behaviour can be very stressful, tough on your relationships, and disruptive for the rest of the family. If what you're doing isn't working, are you willing to try something new?
With a strong foundation and hands-on experience in counselling, I support individuals in achieving personal growth and mental well-being through compassionate and effective intervention. Fluent in English, Japanese, and Mandarin, I provide culturally sensitive and inclusive care, ensuring that each client's unique background is respected and valued.
With a strong foundation and hands-on experience in counselling, I support individuals in achieving personal growth and mental well-being through compassionate and effective intervention. Fluent in English, Japanese, and Mandarin, I provide culturally sensitive and inclusive care, ensuring that each client's unique background is respected and valued.
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Registered Psychotherapist, RP, EMDR-T, DTATI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5M (Online Only)
I believe that we are ALL survivors of trauma. When we go through a traumatic experience, whether it's small or big, a part of us remains stuck in the experience. We hold onto unintegrated emotions and negative beliefs about ourselves. As a result, we tend to attract and get triggered by situations that remind us of these difficult experiences - until we are able to heal. Through various techniques, most notably EMDR, we can work with these unintegrated parts of the self to desensitize and reprocess these experiences and memories. The client can be freed of these patterns and stories and achieve their therapeutic goals.
I believe that we are ALL survivors of trauma. When we go through a traumatic experience, whether it's small or big, a part of us remains stuck in the experience. We hold onto unintegrated emotions and negative beliefs about ourselves. As a result, we tend to attract and get triggered by situations that remind us of these difficult experiences - until we are able to heal. Through various techniques, most notably EMDR, we can work with these unintegrated parts of the self to desensitize and reprocess these experiences and memories. The client can be freed of these patterns and stories and achieve their therapeutic goals.
Mira Pinkus
Registered Psychotherapist, Gestalt, Somatic
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5M
When you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or generally difficult emotions, even the smallest of tasks can become overwhelming. This can bring up guilt and shame, feeding back into those depressive or anxious emotions, sometimes feeling like a never ending loop. It can be an incredibly frustrating and isolating experience. Relationships can feel strained, it may be challenging to communicate your experience or to receive support. Whether you feel yourself already at a breaking point or are starting to notice feelings of unease mounting up, therapy can be a place where you no longer have to hold these things alone.
When you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or generally difficult emotions, even the smallest of tasks can become overwhelming. This can bring up guilt and shame, feeding back into those depressive or anxious emotions, sometimes feeling like a never ending loop. It can be an incredibly frustrating and isolating experience. Relationships can feel strained, it may be challenging to communicate your experience or to receive support. Whether you feel yourself already at a breaking point or are starting to notice feelings of unease mounting up, therapy can be a place where you no longer have to hold these things alone.
Accepting New Clients! Are you a student or the parent of a student dealing with anxiety, stress, and depression? Do you have big goals for university, college, and beyond but struggle to achieve your goals because of emotional distress or lack of executive functioning skills? Through a combination of counselling and coaching, I help students and parents navigate through emotional distress and teach tools to achieve their goals.
Accepting New Clients! Are you a student or the parent of a student dealing with anxiety, stress, and depression? Do you have big goals for university, college, and beyond but struggle to achieve your goals because of emotional distress or lack of executive functioning skills? Through a combination of counselling and coaching, I help students and parents navigate through emotional distress and teach tools to achieve their goals.
Embark on your journey to mental well-being with me. Offering in-person sessions in Toronto, and virtual sessions across Ontario, I specialize in guiding individuals through challenging times. As an experienced therapist, I have a larger network for referrals through my practice, Breathe Therapy, if that would be of benefit. Whether you're seeking personal growth or navigating life's hurdles, my diverse approach caters to all. Take the first step toward a healthier mind – reach out today.
Embark on your journey to mental well-being with me. Offering in-person sessions in Toronto, and virtual sessions across Ontario, I specialize in guiding individuals through challenging times. As an experienced therapist, I have a larger network for referrals through my practice, Breathe Therapy, if that would be of benefit. Whether you're seeking personal growth or navigating life's hurdles, my diverse approach caters to all. Take the first step toward a healthier mind – reach out today.
ReNu Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North York, ON M5M
ReNu Counselling & Psychotherapy offers counselling and psychotherapy services for a diverse range of issues. We offer culturally-informed care to people of various racial and ethnic backgrounds. Our therapists strive to create a welcoming environment that helps clients lead more fulfilling lives. We provide a range of services to meet different income-levels, therapeutic needs, and approach preferences.
ReNu Counselling & Psychotherapy offers counselling and psychotherapy services for a diverse range of issues. We offer culturally-informed care to people of various racial and ethnic backgrounds. Our therapists strive to create a welcoming environment that helps clients lead more fulfilling lives. We provide a range of services to meet different income-levels, therapeutic needs, and approach preferences.
Lauren Greisman, M.S.W., R.S.W. is a registered therapist with a Master of Social Work degree from Yeshiva University, Wurzweiler School of Social Work. She also earned an Honours Bachelor of Psychology degree from The University of Western Ontario. She has worked in the field of mental health and also has experience with rehabilitation and dementia care since 2005, specifically working with individuals, families, couples and groups living with depression, anxiety and other mental health issues. Lauren has had extensive experience working with clients to achieve stabilization by maximizing their own internal coping strategies.
Lauren Greisman, M.S.W., R.S.W. is a registered therapist with a Master of Social Work degree from Yeshiva University, Wurzweiler School of Social Work. She also earned an Honours Bachelor of Psychology degree from The University of Western Ontario. She has worked in the field of mental health and also has experience with rehabilitation and dementia care since 2005, specifically working with individuals, families, couples and groups living with depression, anxiety and other mental health issues. Lauren has had extensive experience working with clients to achieve stabilization by maximizing their own internal coping strategies.
KovenCounselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5M (Online Only)
Whether the issues are end-of-life planning, parenting our parents, chronic illness, dementia/alzheimer's, betrayal, estrangement, job loss, miscarriage, divorce, sudden, complicated or unexpected death, aging and transitions, or empty-nesting, we experience many similar reactions to loss. Fatigue, depression, anxiety, worry, guilt, and anger are just some of the manifestations. Trouble sleeping and self medicating with food, drugs or alcohol, even suicide seems like an alternative to the pain we carry around with us. I provide culturally sensitive counselling to a diverse community.Together we can create a more meaningful life, filled with truth, joy and love.
Whether the issues are end-of-life planning, parenting our parents, chronic illness, dementia/alzheimer's, betrayal, estrangement, job loss, miscarriage, divorce, sudden, complicated or unexpected death, aging and transitions, or empty-nesting, we experience many similar reactions to loss. Fatigue, depression, anxiety, worry, guilt, and anger are just some of the manifestations. Trouble sleeping and self medicating with food, drugs or alcohol, even suicide seems like an alternative to the pain we carry around with us. I provide culturally sensitive counselling to a diverse community.Together we can create a more meaningful life, filled with truth, joy and love.
Betzalel Wolff
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, CMAT-S, CSAT-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
North York, ON M5M
Do you or someone you love struggle with alcoholism, drug addiction or compulsive sexual behaviors? If your answer is yes, you are not alone. Whether you are still active in your addiction, already in recovery, recently relapsed or dealing with the anguish of having an addict in your family, you are facing profound difficulties. No matter what the addiction-alcohol, drugs, prescription meds, sex, or gambling-its effects are devastating. I can help. These addictions destroy lives and families, who too often continue enabling behaviors that fuel the addiction.
Do you or someone you love struggle with alcoholism, drug addiction or compulsive sexual behaviors? If your answer is yes, you are not alone. Whether you are still active in your addiction, already in recovery, recently relapsed or dealing with the anguish of having an addict in your family, you are facing profound difficulties. No matter what the addiction-alcohol, drugs, prescription meds, sex, or gambling-its effects are devastating. I can help. These addictions destroy lives and families, who too often continue enabling behaviors that fuel the addiction.
Caroline Elise Gacutan
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, HBSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5M (Online Only)
Are you struggling with your mental health, or are you overwhelmed with life's challenges? People are more anxious, stressed, and worried than ever about managing their relationships, work, lifestyles, and life transitions. Your mind and body might experience long-term issues if you overlook your needs and don't take time for yourself. Pursuing a better life shouldn't be so challenging, and you deserve mental health support that aims to comprehend your experiences and needs and to help you achieve a happier and healthier life.
Are you struggling with your mental health, or are you overwhelmed with life's challenges? People are more anxious, stressed, and worried than ever about managing their relationships, work, lifestyles, and life transitions. Your mind and body might experience long-term issues if you overlook your needs and don't take time for yourself. Pursuing a better life shouldn't be so challenging, and you deserve mental health support that aims to comprehend your experiences and needs and to help you achieve a happier and healthier life.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in M5M
90+
Average cost per session
$165
Counsellors in M5M who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Relationship Issues |
| 90% | Anxiety |
| 87% | Self Esteem |
| 81% | Depression |
| 80% | Stress |
| 74% | Coping Skills |
| 67% | Peer Relationships |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 53% | Green Shield Canada |
| 50% | SunLife |
| 50% | Canada Life | Great-West Life |
How Counsellors in M5M see their clients
| 56% | In Person and Online | |
| 44% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 80% | Female | |
| 20% | Male |