Therapists in M5R
In order to work effectively on something, we must know its root and nature. I believe that half the battle is truly understanding why our struggles are occurring in the first place. Once we know the root of the concern and the thoughts, feelings, experiences, and ideas that reinforce its existence, we can then begin to dismantle its power—brick by brick. I believe in holding space for people to tell their stories and explore parts of themselves they may have never before felt safe to share with others. It is through this brave process of standing face-to-face with every part of who we are that we can decide who we would like to be.
In order to work effectively on something, we must know its root and nature. I believe that half the battle is truly understanding why our struggles are occurring in the first place. Once we know the root of the concern and the thoughts, feelings, experiences, and ideas that reinforce its existence, we can then begin to dismantle its power—brick by brick. I believe in holding space for people to tell their stories and explore parts of themselves they may have never before felt safe to share with others. It is through this brave process of standing face-to-face with every part of who we are that we can decide who we would like to be.
I provide compassionate therapy for clients who suffer from depression, anxiety, panic attacks, attachment disorders, childhood trauma, complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (cPTSD) and relational issues. I believe that behind each person's struggle lies the potential for growth and renewal and that despair and inertia can be replaced by hope. I work hard to maintain the highest level of professional expertise possible in a field in which treatment methods are rapidly evolving. I tailor my treatment approach to the needs of each client.
I provide compassionate therapy for clients who suffer from depression, anxiety, panic attacks, attachment disorders, childhood trauma, complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (cPTSD) and relational issues. I believe that behind each person's struggle lies the potential for growth and renewal and that despair and inertia can be replaced by hope. I work hard to maintain the highest level of professional expertise possible in a field in which treatment methods are rapidly evolving. I tailor my treatment approach to the needs of each client.
I believe every individual is the expert on their own lives, and that each has innate strengths to draw upon. I have helped people grow, notice patterns, and gain insights, and thereby, to reclaim control of their lives. I appreciate that the past plays a big role in shaping who we are and how we view and manage situations, and so I respect each person’s upbringing, experiences, and differences: these make us unique! As such, I recognize no single model or intervention works for everyone – there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach. Instead, I tailor sessions and interventions for you and your specific issues, experiences, and needs.
I believe every individual is the expert on their own lives, and that each has innate strengths to draw upon. I have helped people grow, notice patterns, and gain insights, and thereby, to reclaim control of their lives. I appreciate that the past plays a big role in shaping who we are and how we view and manage situations, and so I respect each person’s upbringing, experiences, and differences: these make us unique! As such, I recognize no single model or intervention works for everyone – there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach. Instead, I tailor sessions and interventions for you and your specific issues, experiences, and needs.
Lola began her career at the Hospital for Sick Children's Eating Disorder Program and the Ontario Youth and Tobacco Use project at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. Today, she is a compassionate and skilled therapist specializing in individual and couples therapy, with 15 years of experience in addressing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. Lola offers a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and supported on your journey toward healing and personal growth.
Lola began her career at the Hospital for Sick Children's Eating Disorder Program and the Ontario Youth and Tobacco Use project at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. Today, she is a compassionate and skilled therapist specializing in individual and couples therapy, with 15 years of experience in addressing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. Lola offers a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and supported on your journey toward healing and personal growth.
We operate on the philosophy that "storms make trees take deeper roots." Why? Because we can recognize that no matter your experience, our pasts can greatly impact our present. Trauma-informed therapy focuses on the survivor, which includes understanding how adverse experiences shape who we are, how we interact, and our perspectives of the world around us. At True Roots Therapy, we believe that true healing begins at the root. Our practice is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families uncover the foundational sources of their struggles, explore their deepest challenges, and foster meaningful personal growth.
We operate on the philosophy that "storms make trees take deeper roots." Why? Because we can recognize that no matter your experience, our pasts can greatly impact our present. Trauma-informed therapy focuses on the survivor, which includes understanding how adverse experiences shape who we are, how we interact, and our perspectives of the world around us. At True Roots Therapy, we believe that true healing begins at the root. Our practice is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families uncover the foundational sources of their struggles, explore their deepest challenges, and foster meaningful personal growth.
I’m an integrative therapist with 15 years of experience, including 10 years devoted to supporting parents and children on the Autism Spectrum. My therapeutic approach is holistic and client-centred, emphasizing the whole person—your unique experiences, challenges, and strengths. I’m also deeply committed to trauma-informed care, recognizing how past experiences influence our current emotional and physical well-being. My aim is to meet you where you are, offering a safe, judgment-free space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours with the intention of healing and moving toward wholeness.
I’m an integrative therapist with 15 years of experience, including 10 years devoted to supporting parents and children on the Autism Spectrum. My therapeutic approach is holistic and client-centred, emphasizing the whole person—your unique experiences, challenges, and strengths. I’m also deeply committed to trauma-informed care, recognizing how past experiences influence our current emotional and physical well-being. My aim is to meet you where you are, offering a safe, judgment-free space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours with the intention of healing and moving toward wholeness.
I work with adults, youth and children. I provide a comprehensive counselling approach for individuals (including kids) struggling with anxiety and stress. I use Mindfulness based strategies, CBT and help you develop effective "tools" to help you cope more confidently with stress, worries and fears. I also work with symptoms of depression, couple relationship problems, work-life balance struggles and parenting difficulties.
I work with adults, youth and children. I provide a comprehensive counselling approach for individuals (including kids) struggling with anxiety and stress. I use Mindfulness based strategies, CBT and help you develop effective "tools" to help you cope more confidently with stress, worries and fears. I also work with symptoms of depression, couple relationship problems, work-life balance struggles and parenting difficulties.
Maor Bernshtein, MSW, RSW, Psychotherapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BA
7 Endorsed
Serves Area
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. I'm a therapist who helps people with Trauma and PTSD, Addiction, and Depression find stability, meaning, and joy. When life revolves around anxiety, cycles of anger or shame, we can feel stuck and hopeless. We can feel like nothing we try helps. This pain is very real. If you're here, you probably want to get the help you deserve. Maybe you want to find hope, live a full life, feel calm, and able to deal with what life throws at you. That's my goal for you, too. In our sessions, you can expect empathy, curiosity, and compassion, while combining out-of-the-box thinking with evidence-based methods.
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. I'm a therapist who helps people with Trauma and PTSD, Addiction, and Depression find stability, meaning, and joy. When life revolves around anxiety, cycles of anger or shame, we can feel stuck and hopeless. We can feel like nothing we try helps. This pain is very real. If you're here, you probably want to get the help you deserve. Maybe you want to find hope, live a full life, feel calm, and able to deal with what life throws at you. That's my goal for you, too. In our sessions, you can expect empathy, curiosity, and compassion, while combining out-of-the-box thinking with evidence-based methods.
Are you feeling disconnected or starved for intimacy in your relationship? Stuck replaying past hurts, betrayals, or infidelity? Do you long for closeness, understanding, and emotional safety but find that arguments escalate quickly, leaving you unheard and drained? When even small disagreements spiral into painful cycles, it can feel exhausting and hopeless. As a relational therapist, I support couples and families navigating these challenges and more. A more connected, secure, and fulfilling relationship is possible.
Are you feeling disconnected or starved for intimacy in your relationship? Stuck replaying past hurts, betrayals, or infidelity? Do you long for closeness, understanding, and emotional safety but find that arguments escalate quickly, leaving you unheard and drained? When even small disagreements spiral into painful cycles, it can feel exhausting and hopeless. As a relational therapist, I support couples and families navigating these challenges and more. A more connected, secure, and fulfilling relationship is possible.
I work from a model of health, balance and empathy by bringing into awareness the places where we get stuck and our unique ways of getting there. You know best when your patterns of coping are no longer working. A therapist's job is to support you in creating positive shifts in your life. This support may sometimes feel frustrating, especially when our familiar patterns of functioning are being challenged. I incorporate art, humour and paradox in sessions allowing for a creative, spontaneous exploration of your needs, contradictions and feelings and by providing a safe space where new possibilities and hope are possible.
I work from a model of health, balance and empathy by bringing into awareness the places where we get stuck and our unique ways of getting there. You know best when your patterns of coping are no longer working. A therapist's job is to support you in creating positive shifts in your life. This support may sometimes feel frustrating, especially when our familiar patterns of functioning are being challenged. I incorporate art, humour and paradox in sessions allowing for a creative, spontaneous exploration of your needs, contradictions and feelings and by providing a safe space where new possibilities and hope are possible.
As a Registered Psychotherapist my approach to psychotherapy is built on the foundation of the therapeutic relationship. My ability to connect with clients is evident in the rapport I build with them and through a collaborative treatment process. I believe that therapeutic success comes from a combination of work done with the therapist during session in addition to work at home. As well, I firmly believe that there’s no “one size fits all” technique when it comes to an individual’s mental health. I apply a variety of therapeutic techniques to best suit each individual client’s needs.
As a Registered Psychotherapist my approach to psychotherapy is built on the foundation of the therapeutic relationship. My ability to connect with clients is evident in the rapport I build with them and through a collaborative treatment process. I believe that therapeutic success comes from a combination of work done with the therapist during session in addition to work at home. As well, I firmly believe that there’s no “one size fits all” technique when it comes to an individual’s mental health. I apply a variety of therapeutic techniques to best suit each individual client’s needs.
I’m a Toronto-based Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). I see clients from my offices in Downtown Toronto (Junction and Annex Neighbourhoods). I support clients with challenges related to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Low Self-Esteem, Perfectionism, and different forms of Anxiety. I have specialized training in treating OCD, Social Anxiety, Panic, and Agoraphobia. I received my clinical instruction through the MSc Psychotherapy program at McMaster University and completed my training at the Anxiety Treatment and Research Clinic at St. Joseph’s Hospital—one of Canada’s leading centres for Evidence-Based Anxiety treatment.
I’m a Toronto-based Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). I see clients from my offices in Downtown Toronto (Junction and Annex Neighbourhoods). I support clients with challenges related to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Low Self-Esteem, Perfectionism, and different forms of Anxiety. I have specialized training in treating OCD, Social Anxiety, Panic, and Agoraphobia. I received my clinical instruction through the MSc Psychotherapy program at McMaster University and completed my training at the Anxiety Treatment and Research Clinic at St. Joseph’s Hospital—one of Canada’s leading centres for Evidence-Based Anxiety treatment.
You're hunched over at your desk, holding your head, saying to yourself, "What am I doing?" You’re a driven executive or professional, but lately, the pressure feels relentless. You’re exhausted, juggling endless demands, and it’s starting to affect your relationships, your health, and your sense of self. You crave real connection, clarity, and a way to break free from burnout, without letting anyone down. You want to feel calm, present, and fulfilled at work and at home, but don’t know where to start.
You're hunched over at your desk, holding your head, saying to yourself, "What am I doing?" You’re a driven executive or professional, but lately, the pressure feels relentless. You’re exhausted, juggling endless demands, and it’s starting to affect your relationships, your health, and your sense of self. You crave real connection, clarity, and a way to break free from burnout, without letting anyone down. You want to feel calm, present, and fulfilled at work and at home, but don’t know where to start.
Welcome. If you’re here, you’ve taken the first step. Acknowledging you want things to change and you need and want support to do it: support to break patterns, to leave or work on a troubled relationship, to move through loss, to deal with depression, trauma or exclusion. Maybe you want to understand why you repeat the same behaviors, despite knowing their unhealthy impact. Maybe you want to see, accept and love yourself better. Maybe you want to explore how your past leaves you stuck in your present.
Welcome. If you’re here, you’ve taken the first step. Acknowledging you want things to change and you need and want support to do it: support to break patterns, to leave or work on a troubled relationship, to move through loss, to deal with depression, trauma or exclusion. Maybe you want to understand why you repeat the same behaviors, despite knowing their unhealthy impact. Maybe you want to see, accept and love yourself better. Maybe you want to explore how your past leaves you stuck in your present.
Clients seek me out for my extensive experience as an individual, couple’s, and family psychotherapist. While I work with a diverse range of individuals, my passion lies in empowering men and their families to lead fulfilling, connected, and meaningful lives.
Clients seek me out for my extensive experience as an individual, couple’s, and family psychotherapist. While I work with a diverse range of individuals, my passion lies in empowering men and their families to lead fulfilling, connected, and meaningful lives.
Thoughts, behaviours, emotions—they all have meaning. They reflect ways we've learned to cope and survive through various challenges, and they are often the way our body tries to communicate to us. I help my clients explore these meanings and messages by creating space to feel seen, heard, and understood. Many of my clients struggle with self-doubt, loss of control, emotional overwhelm, or feeling disconnected. Together we work to build awareness, find coping strategies, and foster meaningful connections. Healing is not about fixing what’s “wrong”—it’s about recognizing the strength in how you’ve survived and learning how to thrive.
Thoughts, behaviours, emotions—they all have meaning. They reflect ways we've learned to cope and survive through various challenges, and they are often the way our body tries to communicate to us. I help my clients explore these meanings and messages by creating space to feel seen, heard, and understood. Many of my clients struggle with self-doubt, loss of control, emotional overwhelm, or feeling disconnected. Together we work to build awareness, find coping strategies, and foster meaningful connections. Healing is not about fixing what’s “wrong”—it’s about recognizing the strength in how you’ve survived and learning how to thrive.
I understand the challenges of balancing family, career, and identity, especially as an immigrant. I have faced the ups and downs of parenting and career transitions, and the pressures of high-performance sports as a coach, all of which has shown me how resilience, mindset, and small shifts can create meaningful change.
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, whether in relationships, work, or other struggles, but you don’t need to face them alone—change is possible, and even little steps can lead to something better. I help clients navigate these concerns with clarity and confidence, drawing on my own experience and my training.
I understand the challenges of balancing family, career, and identity, especially as an immigrant. I have faced the ups and downs of parenting and career transitions, and the pressures of high-performance sports as a coach, all of which has shown me how resilience, mindset, and small shifts can create meaningful change.
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, whether in relationships, work, or other struggles, but you don’t need to face them alone—change is possible, and even little steps can lead to something better. I help clients navigate these concerns with clarity and confidence, drawing on my own experience and my training.
Are you experiencing feelings of overwhelm or intrusive or racing thoughts? Do you experience worry about the future? Are you ruminating constantly? Are you a professional struggling to navigate workplace dynamics? Maybe you are experiencing a difficult work environment? I am a therapist who was formerly an employment lawyer. I help people navigate difficult workplace situations. I specialize in anxiety, OCD, skin picking, and trauma from sexual assault. Another area of specialty is dealing with chronic illness and gastrointestinal symptoms.
I provide clients with concrete tools and strategies that they can implement.
Are you experiencing feelings of overwhelm or intrusive or racing thoughts? Do you experience worry about the future? Are you ruminating constantly? Are you a professional struggling to navigate workplace dynamics? Maybe you are experiencing a difficult work environment? I am a therapist who was formerly an employment lawyer. I help people navigate difficult workplace situations. I specialize in anxiety, OCD, skin picking, and trauma from sexual assault. Another area of specialty is dealing with chronic illness and gastrointestinal symptoms.
I provide clients with concrete tools and strategies that they can implement.
You may be feeling stuck, emotionally overwhelmed, having distressing memories or unsure what steps to take next in your journey towards healing. If you are wanting to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, explore your early childhood, process trauma or seek support navigating present day challenges like work-life balance, relationship challenges, family life and/or more, I would be honored to help guide and support you. I provide a space for you to process challenges you may be facing, gain insight and work toward meaningful change through EMDR, CPT, mindfulness, self-compassion, emotional regulation and/or mixed interventions.
You may be feeling stuck, emotionally overwhelmed, having distressing memories or unsure what steps to take next in your journey towards healing. If you are wanting to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, explore your early childhood, process trauma or seek support navigating present day challenges like work-life balance, relationship challenges, family life and/or more, I would be honored to help guide and support you. I provide a space for you to process challenges you may be facing, gain insight and work toward meaningful change through EMDR, CPT, mindfulness, self-compassion, emotional regulation and/or mixed interventions.
Psychotherapy is a powerful space for self-exploration—whether it’s prioritizing your needs, practicing self-compassion, navigating relationships, or embracing cultural diversity. As an Asian-Canadian female therapist, I understand the complexities of identity, belonging, and lived experiences.
Growing up in an immigrant family can bring unique challenges. Balancing your personal identity with cultural expectations may create tension. I help individuals navigate generational gaps, differing values, and family expectations, fostering self-acceptance and meaningful connections—on their own terms
Psychotherapy is a powerful space for self-exploration—whether it’s prioritizing your needs, practicing self-compassion, navigating relationships, or embracing cultural diversity. As an Asian-Canadian female therapist, I understand the complexities of identity, belonging, and lived experiences.
Growing up in an immigrant family can bring unique challenges. Balancing your personal identity with cultural expectations may create tension. I help individuals navigate generational gaps, differing values, and family expectations, fostering self-acceptance and meaningful connections—on their own terms
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in M5R
500+
Average cost per session
$175
Counsellors in M5R who prioritize treating:
| 95% | Anxiety |
| 90% | Relationship Issues |
| 90% | Depression |
| 86% | Self Esteem |
| 83% | Stress |
| 73% | Life Transitions |
| 72% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 80% | Canada Life | Great-West Life |
| 78% | Green Shield Canada |
| 72% | SunLife |
How Counsellors in M5R see their clients
| 59% | In Person and Online | |
| 41% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |