Therapists in M5R
I am a Clinical Health Psychologist and provide psychotherapy and assessment services to adults in areas related to depression, anxiety, OCD and related disorders, trauma and eating disorders. I also have expertise in helping individuals cope with chronic illness and currently work at the GoodHope Ehler's Danlos Syndrome Clinic at Toronto General Hospital.
I am a Clinical Health Psychologist and provide psychotherapy and assessment services to adults in areas related to depression, anxiety, OCD and related disorders, trauma and eating disorders. I also have expertise in helping individuals cope with chronic illness and currently work at the GoodHope Ehler's Danlos Syndrome Clinic at Toronto General Hospital.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or anxious in areas of your life where you would rather feel empowered? Are you curious about whether it’s possible to shift those feelings? Are you open to exploring your behaviours and patterns with compassion and without judgment? Are you interested in exploring the mind-body connection?
If so, my goal is to empower you toward growth and healing in both your inner and outer life. Using an integrated mind-body approach, our work together can help re-wire your nervous system’s responses to external stressors and uncomfortable situations.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or anxious in areas of your life where you would rather feel empowered? Are you curious about whether it’s possible to shift those feelings? Are you open to exploring your behaviours and patterns with compassion and without judgment? Are you interested in exploring the mind-body connection?
If so, my goal is to empower you toward growth and healing in both your inner and outer life. Using an integrated mind-body approach, our work together can help re-wire your nervous system’s responses to external stressors and uncomfortable situations.
I work with a wide variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, and phase of life adjustments. I have a special interest in working with individuals, couples, and other relationship systems on issues related to sexual health and function, intimacy, compulsive/problematic sexual behavior, sexual trauma recovery, and gender identity exploration and/or gender transition support. I am affirming and knowledgeable of LGBTQ+, poly/ENM, and kink identities.
I work with a wide variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, and phase of life adjustments. I have a special interest in working with individuals, couples, and other relationship systems on issues related to sexual health and function, intimacy, compulsive/problematic sexual behavior, sexual trauma recovery, and gender identity exploration and/or gender transition support. I am affirming and knowledgeable of LGBTQ+, poly/ENM, and kink identities.
Sometimes life seems stuck and miserable, however, everyone can make a change in their life. Every person is unique and deserves respect and care. In the therapy room, therapist and client work together as an alliance to break out the old maladaptive patterns, help them learn adaptive coping skills, improve insight to see “problems” from different perspectives, repair the relationship, and promote personal growth.
Sometimes life seems stuck and miserable, however, everyone can make a change in their life. Every person is unique and deserves respect and care. In the therapy room, therapist and client work together as an alliance to break out the old maladaptive patterns, help them learn adaptive coping skills, improve insight to see “problems” from different perspectives, repair the relationship, and promote personal growth.
As a relational therapist, I work with individuals and couples to problem solve and achieve true repair. For people looking to make decisions in life, to avoid falling into patterns that don't serve you, to soothe the survival strategies that you can let go of. In our work, I support your specific goals with the north star of moving from survival mode to flourishing.
As a relational therapist, I work with individuals and couples to problem solve and achieve true repair. For people looking to make decisions in life, to avoid falling into patterns that don't serve you, to soothe the survival strategies that you can let go of. In our work, I support your specific goals with the north star of moving from survival mode to flourishing.
Reaching out a hand for help can be terrifying. And yet, stepping through despite the fear takes immense courage. Melissa works with adult clients in individual therapy who struggle with a myriad of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, and interpersonal relationship difficulties. She has experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, whether ethnic, cultural or religious. As such, she understands that each individual’s experience and background is wholly unique.
Reaching out a hand for help can be terrifying. And yet, stepping through despite the fear takes immense courage. Melissa works with adult clients in individual therapy who struggle with a myriad of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, and interpersonal relationship difficulties. She has experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, whether ethnic, cultural or religious. As such, she understands that each individual’s experience and background is wholly unique.
If you’ve been feeling tangled up in thoughts or feelings, or unsure how to move forward, therapy can be a place to slow down and make sense of what’s happening. You might be struggling with eating patterns, or with how you experience your body and see yourself, both of which can feel all-encompassing and isolating. Maybe anxiety keeps your mind racing, or depression makes even simple tasks feel heavy. Whatever you’re carrying, you don’t have to hold it on your own, and you don’t have to keep figuring it out by yourself.
If you’ve been feeling tangled up in thoughts or feelings, or unsure how to move forward, therapy can be a place to slow down and make sense of what’s happening. You might be struggling with eating patterns, or with how you experience your body and see yourself, both of which can feel all-encompassing and isolating. Maybe anxiety keeps your mind racing, or depression makes even simple tasks feel heavy. Whatever you’re carrying, you don’t have to hold it on your own, and you don’t have to keep figuring it out by yourself.
A lot of people come to therapy feeling stuck, caught in the same old patterns, unsure how to move forward, or feeling disconnected from themselves or others. Maybe you’re dealing with big life changes, wrestling with self-doubt, or just feeling like you don’t quite fit. Even if you’ve tried different ways of coping, it can still be hard to find the kind of support that really meets you where you’re at. In our work together, we’ll create space to slow down, tune in, and explore what’s coming up so you can move from overthinking into deeper self-awareness, a stronger sense of presence, and real, meaningful shifts.
A lot of people come to therapy feeling stuck, caught in the same old patterns, unsure how to move forward, or feeling disconnected from themselves or others. Maybe you’re dealing with big life changes, wrestling with self-doubt, or just feeling like you don’t quite fit. Even if you’ve tried different ways of coping, it can still be hard to find the kind of support that really meets you where you’re at. In our work together, we’ll create space to slow down, tune in, and explore what’s coming up so you can move from overthinking into deeper self-awareness, a stronger sense of presence, and real, meaningful shifts.
It is said that two heads are better than one but for many this is hard to accept. You may be very successful in certain parts of your life and this may make it easier for you to push other, troubling issues aside. This strategy never works indefinitely and ultimately your issues will begin to manifest in other areas of your life.Therapy can help. It will leave you better able to understand your challenges and, perhaps more importantly, to face them with new vigor.
It is said that two heads are better than one but for many this is hard to accept. You may be very successful in certain parts of your life and this may make it easier for you to push other, troubling issues aside. This strategy never works indefinitely and ultimately your issues will begin to manifest in other areas of your life.Therapy can help. It will leave you better able to understand your challenges and, perhaps more importantly, to face them with new vigor.
Dr. Virginia Boquiren is a clinical health psychologist, registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. Dr. Boquiren works with clients who are experiencing a variety of psychological disorders, including anxiety and depressive difficulties. In addition, she helps individuals who are coping with various psychosocial stressors, including low self-esteem and confidence, body image issues, self-criticism, relationship issues, work stress, trauma, grief/loss, as well as challenges living with chronic illness.
Dr. Virginia Boquiren is a clinical health psychologist, registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. Dr. Boquiren works with clients who are experiencing a variety of psychological disorders, including anxiety and depressive difficulties. In addition, she helps individuals who are coping with various psychosocial stressors, including low self-esteem and confidence, body image issues, self-criticism, relationship issues, work stress, trauma, grief/loss, as well as challenges living with chronic illness.
A good fit between a therapist and a client is conducive to positive outcomes.
My mindful and reflective approach reveals and heals the deep implicit forces that have a tenacious and negative hold on people and their lives. I pay particular attention to healing the pains, patterns, and traumas lodged in our bodies and minds. I am an integral therapist; my practice works on the emotional, somatic, and cognitive realms.
We find what works and do that.
Ideally you want help going deep to discover and release the unseen forces that drive and possibly torment you.
Together, we can uproot those patterns holding you back.
A good fit between a therapist and a client is conducive to positive outcomes.
My mindful and reflective approach reveals and heals the deep implicit forces that have a tenacious and negative hold on people and their lives. I pay particular attention to healing the pains, patterns, and traumas lodged in our bodies and minds. I am an integral therapist; my practice works on the emotional, somatic, and cognitive realms.
We find what works and do that.
Ideally you want help going deep to discover and release the unseen forces that drive and possibly torment you.
Together, we can uproot those patterns holding you back.
I strive to provide a comforting, educational, and private environment for all my clients. Sessions are devoted to assisting clients in identifying patterns and, in becoming conscious of them, developing the capacity to understand and change them.
I strive to provide a comforting, educational, and private environment for all my clients. Sessions are devoted to assisting clients in identifying patterns and, in becoming conscious of them, developing the capacity to understand and change them.
Hi! I'm here to support you with anxiety & depression, relationship challenges, managing stressors, building resiliency, and challenging your inner critic. I am here to empower you with the skills and tools you need to manage life’s challenges and stressors. Together we will build your resiliency, create deeper self-esteem, and challenge limiting beliefs you may have about yourself. I'm passionate about helping you to better manage your anxieties, understand your emotions, feel a stronger drive of motivation, and become the best version of yourself.
Hi! I'm here to support you with anxiety & depression, relationship challenges, managing stressors, building resiliency, and challenging your inner critic. I am here to empower you with the skills and tools you need to manage life’s challenges and stressors. Together we will build your resiliency, create deeper self-esteem, and challenge limiting beliefs you may have about yourself. I'm passionate about helping you to better manage your anxieties, understand your emotions, feel a stronger drive of motivation, and become the best version of yourself.
After 30 years of clinical practice, I know that learning how to cope with stress, depression, anxiety and issues related to life can be a difficult journey. You don’t have to do it alone. I help people to identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours, so that they can live a more balanced life. Together, let’s dive deep and make life-changing results.
After 30 years of clinical practice, I know that learning how to cope with stress, depression, anxiety and issues related to life can be a difficult journey. You don’t have to do it alone. I help people to identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours, so that they can live a more balanced life. Together, let’s dive deep and make life-changing results.
How to find hope? If you are feeling alone, engaging in therapy can help you feel connected again. Life can take you through UPS and DOWNS. You usually manage to get up, shake it off, and go on. But this time, you feel you cannot get up. You can’t bear to let anyone see how much you are stuggling. You do not want to bother them. Or worse, you fear they will not understand. You feel disappointed, broken, LOST, and ALONE. You think you have reached the end of the road.
How to find hope? If you are feeling alone, engaging in therapy can help you feel connected again. Life can take you through UPS and DOWNS. You usually manage to get up, shake it off, and go on. But this time, you feel you cannot get up. You can’t bear to let anyone see how much you are stuggling. You do not want to bother them. Or worse, you fear they will not understand. You feel disappointed, broken, LOST, and ALONE. You think you have reached the end of the road.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, feeling lost, or navigating relationship complexities, know that you are not alone. I am committed to integrating compassion into my integrative approach when working with clients. I firmly believe that each individual carries a unique blend of past experiences,
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, feeling lost, or navigating relationship complexities, know that you are not alone. I am committed to integrating compassion into my integrative approach when working with clients. I firmly believe that each individual carries a unique blend of past experiences,
I am a passionate therapist with over 11 years of counselling, crisis intervention, and case management experience. It is my privilege to support and guide you on your journey as you gain deeper insight into your life and your needs. You may be going through a change or a difficult time in your life, I can help you through it. Self-awareness and self-acceptance lead to growth and balance. Explore. Express. Evolve.
I am a passionate therapist with over 11 years of counselling, crisis intervention, and case management experience. It is my privilege to support and guide you on your journey as you gain deeper insight into your life and your needs. You may be going through a change or a difficult time in your life, I can help you through it. Self-awareness and self-acceptance lead to growth and balance. Explore. Express. Evolve.
Specializing in sex therapy, couples therapy and relationship therapy, we know that you are capable of having the satisfying relationships and intimate life you deeply crave. You want to feel connected and fulfilled and you don't deserve anything less than that. The good news is that you can start making love make sense today. Our specialized team of sex and relationship therapists in Toronto are here to guide you.
Specializing in sex therapy, couples therapy and relationship therapy, we know that you are capable of having the satisfying relationships and intimate life you deeply crave. You want to feel connected and fulfilled and you don't deserve anything less than that. The good news is that you can start making love make sense today. Our specialized team of sex and relationship therapists in Toronto are here to guide you.
Are you struggling in your relationships, feeling disconnected, or experiencing sexual concerns that are difficult to talk about? You may be feeling anxious, numb, or having a hard time communicating your emotions and expressing your needs. Together, we can navigate these difficulties and support you to better understand yourself and feel more connected in your relationships.
Are you struggling in your relationships, feeling disconnected, or experiencing sexual concerns that are difficult to talk about? You may be feeling anxious, numb, or having a hard time communicating your emotions and expressing your needs. Together, we can navigate these difficulties and support you to better understand yourself and feel more connected in your relationships.
We try to do our best with the life we are given but can still find ourselves stuck. I know what it feels like to be overwhelmed by hopelessness, uncertainty, and stress. I work with clients who want to deepen their knowledge about themselves, develop healthier relationships, and take agency in shaping their future. People I work with may struggle to feel secure in their relationships, experience low self-esteem, or are aware that something is wrong but don’t know how to address it. With a background in the arts, philosophy, and a MA in Counselling Psychology, I can support you by offering a space where you can be seen and heard.
We try to do our best with the life we are given but can still find ourselves stuck. I know what it feels like to be overwhelmed by hopelessness, uncertainty, and stress. I work with clients who want to deepen their knowledge about themselves, develop healthier relationships, and take agency in shaping their future. People I work with may struggle to feel secure in their relationships, experience low self-esteem, or are aware that something is wrong but don’t know how to address it. With a background in the arts, philosophy, and a MA in Counselling Psychology, I can support you by offering a space where you can be seen and heard.
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Number of Counsellors in M5R
500+
Average cost per session
$175
Counsellors in M5R who prioritize treating:
| 95% | Anxiety |
| 91% | Depression |
| 89% | Relationship Issues |
| 87% | Self Esteem |
| 83% | Stress |
| 74% | Life Transitions |
| 72% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 79% | Canada Life | Great-West Life |
| 78% | Green Shield Canada |
| 71% | SunLife |
How Counsellors in M5R see their clients
| 59% | In Person and Online | |
| 41% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 77% | Female | |
| 20% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |