Therapists in M5T
First and foremost, I provide clients with a space in which they feel safe, valued, comfortable, and heard. As someone with lived experience, I am all too familiar with the challenges of addiction and the destructive tendencies that accompany them. I want to validate your experiences: You are not alone. Let's take the first step together.
First and foremost, I provide clients with a space in which they feel safe, valued, comfortable, and heard. As someone with lived experience, I am all too familiar with the challenges of addiction and the destructive tendencies that accompany them. I want to validate your experiences: You are not alone. Let's take the first step together.
Hello! I’m so glad you are here. Starting therapy is a big deal, and finding the right therapist is key. My name is Alessandra and I’m passionate about helping people who are navigating difficult life transitions. If you are felling stuck and overwhelmed about life, I would like to help. Thank you for reaching out and taking the first courageous step in your journey toward greater health.
Hello! I’m so glad you are here. Starting therapy is a big deal, and finding the right therapist is key. My name is Alessandra and I’m passionate about helping people who are navigating difficult life transitions. If you are felling stuck and overwhelmed about life, I would like to help. Thank you for reaching out and taking the first courageous step in your journey toward greater health.
ADHD, anxiety, depression
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MACP, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
Online Only
If you’ve ever felt like the family “black sheep” or the one tasked with breaking harmful cycles, I see you. I specialize in supporting adult children of immigrant parents navigating ADHD, trauma, depression, and anxiety. Together, we’ll create a space where your story is heard and honored.
If you’ve ever felt like the family “black sheep” or the one tasked with breaking harmful cycles, I see you. I specialize in supporting adult children of immigrant parents navigating ADHD, trauma, depression, and anxiety. Together, we’ll create a space where your story is heard and honored.
Are you navigating what it means to be LGBTQ+ in a hetero-normative world or are transitioning and could use someone with lived experience? Hi! I'm Adrian she/they. I'm a trans identified, neurodivergent/ADHD, gamer, and I understand what it feels like to have your Queerness not seen and validated by others. Let me start by saying everything you are feeling is valid and I'm here to provide you an open, safe and collaborative space so we can approach these experiences at your pace. Working together I know we can connect, express, and find joy in your authentic self. I truly belive you deserve it!
Are you navigating what it means to be LGBTQ+ in a hetero-normative world or are transitioning and could use someone with lived experience? Hi! I'm Adrian she/they. I'm a trans identified, neurodivergent/ADHD, gamer, and I understand what it feels like to have your Queerness not seen and validated by others. Let me start by saying everything you are feeling is valid and I'm here to provide you an open, safe and collaborative space so we can approach these experiences at your pace. Working together I know we can connect, express, and find joy in your authentic self. I truly belive you deserve it!
Melanie Goela - From Anxiety To Ease
Registered Social Worker, JD, MEd, RP, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5T
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious or burnt out, finding yourself on edge, down, and doubting yourself? You may worry about things you have said or done "wrong" in a day. As someone in a demanding career, it's hard to say no - to find the time and energy to take care of your needs. You may feel guilty more often than not. Do you question if you're the problem - that something is wrong with you and that you just can't hack it? Whether others know it or not, you just don't feel that comfortable in your own skin.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious or burnt out, finding yourself on edge, down, and doubting yourself? You may worry about things you have said or done "wrong" in a day. As someone in a demanding career, it's hard to say no - to find the time and energy to take care of your needs. You may feel guilty more often than not. Do you question if you're the problem - that something is wrong with you and that you just can't hack it? Whether others know it or not, you just don't feel that comfortable in your own skin.
In whatever way you find yourself here, rest assured we can build the tools you need to unpack and resolve the issues you face. Whether you are exploring your identity, opening up or managing the health of your relationship(s), processing experiences from your past, or needing space to explore a sense of unrest - I will meet you in co-creating a compassionate space of deep empathy, gentle exploration, strengthening and resolution. If you feel ready to explore the next phase of your healing or recovery work, I offer a unique and experiential lens guided by integrity, consent, reflexivity and accountability.
In whatever way you find yourself here, rest assured we can build the tools you need to unpack and resolve the issues you face. Whether you are exploring your identity, opening up or managing the health of your relationship(s), processing experiences from your past, or needing space to explore a sense of unrest - I will meet you in co-creating a compassionate space of deep empathy, gentle exploration, strengthening and resolution. If you feel ready to explore the next phase of your healing or recovery work, I offer a unique and experiential lens guided by integrity, consent, reflexivity and accountability.
Dr. Michel (Mike) Thibodeau is a clinical psychologist and member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario. His practice focuses on the assessment and treatment of adults with obsessive-compulsive disorder and anxiety-related disorders. He is committed to delivering efficient evidence-based treatment using cognitive behavioural therapy and exposure and response prevention guided by current research on best practices. His pragmatic skills-based approach is paired with a collaborative therapeutic style to empower his clients to make lasting changes.
Dr. Michel (Mike) Thibodeau is a clinical psychologist and member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario. His practice focuses on the assessment and treatment of adults with obsessive-compulsive disorder and anxiety-related disorders. He is committed to delivering efficient evidence-based treatment using cognitive behavioural therapy and exposure and response prevention guided by current research on best practices. His pragmatic skills-based approach is paired with a collaborative therapeutic style to empower his clients to make lasting changes.
Gemma Michael
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BAHons
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5T
With me as your therapist I will guide you through a journey of self-discovery, exploring the roots of your struggles in childhood and major life events. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or just want to understand yourself better, I can help. By understanding your past, to inform your present, you can learn how to live your life as your authentic self. Whether virtually or in person, our sessions are tailored to your unique needs.
With me as your therapist I will guide you through a journey of self-discovery, exploring the roots of your struggles in childhood and major life events. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or just want to understand yourself better, I can help. By understanding your past, to inform your present, you can learn how to live your life as your authentic self. Whether virtually or in person, our sessions are tailored to your unique needs.
We're a team of kind, passionate and experienced psychotherapists based in Ottawa offering therapy sessions to adult individuals, couples and teens both online and in-person. Our goal is to help you get curious about what’s getting in the way of your mental health, and to find clarity, acceptance and motivation to start feeling better. Our work is trauma-informed and you can expect to feel safe, accepted and empowered in session. Visit our website to view our intro videos and to book online.
We're a team of kind, passionate and experienced psychotherapists based in Ottawa offering therapy sessions to adult individuals, couples and teens both online and in-person. Our goal is to help you get curious about what’s getting in the way of your mental health, and to find clarity, acceptance and motivation to start feeling better. Our work is trauma-informed and you can expect to feel safe, accepted and empowered in session. Visit our website to view our intro videos and to book online.
I approach trauma work with gentleness, curiosity, and creativity.. You may seek therapy to address difficult and mysterious parts of yourself, but shedding light there can be surprising. Wonder and curiosity build; you find a new sense of possibility and self-compassion. Over 15 years, I've walked with people at all ages and stages: facing mental illness or trauma, dealing with infertility or baby loss, embracing queer identity, wrestling with spirituality, living with disability. I bring insight and flexibility to the work, and help my clients to draw on imagination and deep reflection as they heal.
I approach trauma work with gentleness, curiosity, and creativity.. You may seek therapy to address difficult and mysterious parts of yourself, but shedding light there can be surprising. Wonder and curiosity build; you find a new sense of possibility and self-compassion. Over 15 years, I've walked with people at all ages and stages: facing mental illness or trauma, dealing with infertility or baby loss, embracing queer identity, wrestling with spirituality, living with disability. I bring insight and flexibility to the work, and help my clients to draw on imagination and deep reflection as they heal.
Whether you or someone you care about is dealing with the shock of a new diagnosis, the stress of an ongoing chronic condition (including chronic pain), the challenges in facing end of life concerns or the struggles in coping with grief or loss, I’m here to help you understand your situation and support you in finding your way forward. I also understand and am sensitive to the needs of the COVID-conscious community. If you’re a healthcare provider, I’m equipped to support you in managing the unique stresses you face in your caregiving role and in working to create a healthy balance in life.
Whether you or someone you care about is dealing with the shock of a new diagnosis, the stress of an ongoing chronic condition (including chronic pain), the challenges in facing end of life concerns or the struggles in coping with grief or loss, I’m here to help you understand your situation and support you in finding your way forward. I also understand and am sensitive to the needs of the COVID-conscious community. If you’re a healthcare provider, I’m equipped to support you in managing the unique stresses you face in your caregiving role and in working to create a healthy balance in life.
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OCD and Anxiety challenges? I have many years of clinical experience helping people in recovery from OCD, Panic, Specific phobias, Body Dysmorphia, BFRB's, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Perinatal or Postpartum OCD, low self esteem, and other issues. I also offer Clinical Case Consultation for colleagues in the field. I offer a safe environment and supportive collaborative work and effectively use evidence based therapeutic approaches and collaborative non judgmental, compassionate, respectful, thoroughly confidential and preserves dignity of people.
OCD and Anxiety challenges? I have many years of clinical experience helping people in recovery from OCD, Panic, Specific phobias, Body Dysmorphia, BFRB's, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Perinatal or Postpartum OCD, low self esteem, and other issues. I also offer Clinical Case Consultation for colleagues in the field. I offer a safe environment and supportive collaborative work and effectively use evidence based therapeutic approaches and collaborative non judgmental, compassionate, respectful, thoroughly confidential and preserves dignity of people.
Do you or a loved one need more stability in your safety, relationships, or day to day life? Maybe that out-of-control urge exploded again, and you wish you could find that kind of relief without all the mess afterward. Maybe it exploded in one or more of your relationships, and you don’t know what to do, but you feel unspeakably lost or lonely about it. Maybe at times you’ve given up on life being worth living. Maybe other times you put on a game face, and folks have no idea what you're (not really), holding together. Or maybe it's your partner or kiddo going through this, and you need support yourself. I'm here to help.
Do you or a loved one need more stability in your safety, relationships, or day to day life? Maybe that out-of-control urge exploded again, and you wish you could find that kind of relief without all the mess afterward. Maybe it exploded in one or more of your relationships, and you don’t know what to do, but you feel unspeakably lost or lonely about it. Maybe at times you’ve given up on life being worth living. Maybe other times you put on a game face, and folks have no idea what you're (not really), holding together. Or maybe it's your partner or kiddo going through this, and you need support yourself. I'm here to help.
Have you experienced internal conflict between your racial and queer identities? If you are searching for a therapist with similar lived and identity related experience, look no further. Hey! I’m Holly, a proud Black-Biracial queer femme with Caribbean ancestry, and I am here to accompany you on your journey- wherever you are at! I know it sounds cliche, but it really is okay to not be okay, and our sessions are where you can feel safe and embrace your vulnerabilities. I’m in YOUR corner!
Have you experienced internal conflict between your racial and queer identities? If you are searching for a therapist with similar lived and identity related experience, look no further. Hey! I’m Holly, a proud Black-Biracial queer femme with Caribbean ancestry, and I am here to accompany you on your journey- wherever you are at! I know it sounds cliche, but it really is okay to not be okay, and our sessions are where you can feel safe and embrace your vulnerabilities. I’m in YOUR corner!
I offer support to individuals who are seeking assistance and investing in their personal growth and development. I hope to walk alongside you, to empower you to invest in your wellness as we explore your strengths, values and areas of growth. Topics of focus may include: depression, anxiety, stress, relationships, self-esteem and self-confidence, life transitions, career goals, adjusting to change, and loss. Through experiential cognitive and mindfulness exercises, we may explore your thought patterns, practice training your awareness and experiment with new coping skills.
I offer support to individuals who are seeking assistance and investing in their personal growth and development. I hope to walk alongside you, to empower you to invest in your wellness as we explore your strengths, values and areas of growth. Topics of focus may include: depression, anxiety, stress, relationships, self-esteem and self-confidence, life transitions, career goals, adjusting to change, and loss. Through experiential cognitive and mindfulness exercises, we may explore your thought patterns, practice training your awareness and experiment with new coping skills.
Addiction, mental health, emotional difficulties, stress and trauma may affect each of us differently at different points throughout our lives. It is my privilege to be able to walk beside you throughout your journey to recovery. Through using different therapeutic approaches and techniques, I work from a primarily client centred approach, knowing that you are the expert on yourself and your needs. Together, we can work through substance use, sex and love addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma or other mental health concerns, to create a life of balance and happiness.
Addiction, mental health, emotional difficulties, stress and trauma may affect each of us differently at different points throughout our lives. It is my privilege to be able to walk beside you throughout your journey to recovery. Through using different therapeutic approaches and techniques, I work from a primarily client centred approach, knowing that you are the expert on yourself and your needs. Together, we can work through substance use, sex and love addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma or other mental health concerns, to create a life of balance and happiness.
My aim is to help individuals, couples and families to reach their full potential. Many individuals experience difficulties after a marriage breakdown, job layoff, mid-life crisis, an accident or serious disease, the death of a close relative or friend, a business failure and so on. Emotional and behavioural problems affect individuals from all walks of life, at all income levels, and at all ages. Services provided by mental health professionals are an integral part of one's complete health care.
I help people go from feeling stuck in some area of their lives to achieving their own definition of success.
My aim is to help individuals, couples and families to reach their full potential. Many individuals experience difficulties after a marriage breakdown, job layoff, mid-life crisis, an accident or serious disease, the death of a close relative or friend, a business failure and so on. Emotional and behavioural problems affect individuals from all walks of life, at all income levels, and at all ages. Services provided by mental health professionals are an integral part of one's complete health care.
I help people go from feeling stuck in some area of their lives to achieving their own definition of success.
I believe you have the innate capacity to unlock your true potential and move toward fulfilling your desires. Whether you've been grappling with difficult circumstances, feeling confused or overwhelmed by too many demands or burdened by your relationships, my years of experience with evidence based cutting edge approaches will guide you toward possibilities you couldn’t see before. Our therapeutic relationship is the foundation of safety and trust that will pave the way for you to learn how to feel more confident in yourself, more at ease with others, and better at navigating the inevitable ups and downs of life.
I believe you have the innate capacity to unlock your true potential and move toward fulfilling your desires. Whether you've been grappling with difficult circumstances, feeling confused or overwhelmed by too many demands or burdened by your relationships, my years of experience with evidence based cutting edge approaches will guide you toward possibilities you couldn’t see before. Our therapeutic relationship is the foundation of safety and trust that will pave the way for you to learn how to feel more confident in yourself, more at ease with others, and better at navigating the inevitable ups and downs of life.
Kimberley Sciaraffa
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5T
Jheanelle Anderson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5T
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Number of Counsellors in M5T
100+
Average cost per session
$150
Counsellors in M5T who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 83% | Relationship Issues |
| 83% | Self Esteem |
| 79% | Stress |
| 71% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 66% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 63% | Green Shield Canada |
| 61% | SunLife |
| 61% | Manulife |
How Counsellors in M5T see their clients
| 50% | Online Only | |
| 50% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 69% | Female | |
| 25% | Male | |
| 6% | Non-Binary |