Existential Therapists in M5V

At Prevailing Minds, we bring together clinical skill and lived experience with mental health challenges. I’ve worked with individuals with mood disorders, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, substance use issues, and many, many other challenges. I help people discover and maintain their motivation to change. My work is very goal-oriented so you can tell if you are making progress in our work together. I encourage taking learning out of the clinic and into the community and home. Sliding scale pricing is available depending on financial need. Please inquire!

I consider it a privilege to work with my clients to feel better amid life's many challenges. Whether it's through modifying habitual negative thinking, developing greater self-awareness or moving past unhelpful patterns in relationships, I help my clients make positive changes in their lives. In therapy, we begin with a thorough exploration of your background and concerns, then collaborate to set concrete therapeutic goals to improve mental health and well-being, manage symptoms, and create meaning in life. My training includes degrees from Yale University and University of Toronto, and I've been in private practice for ten years.

I work with you to try to integrate the mind, body and soul. I believe these three elements of our being together heal and allow us all to work through our past or current trauma and they allow us to build our new future self. In my practice, the client drives the model that works for them, and my role as your therapist is to understand your objectives and support you in the direction to get there. A holistic sense of self is awareness on multiple levels, so a mind, body and soul exploration and transformation is crucial to understand and shift ourselves.

Welcome! I'm Raei (ray) of Sunshine, Black-identified and African. As a client, you realize there is more to life and come ready to do the work of expanding into the Being you really are. As your Psychotherapist, I create a safe space to explore You whilst navigating challenges that impact your Mental Wellness such as, daily stressors, past and current traumas, habits and relationships that no longer serve your highest good, and anything else impressed upon you. I’ll meet you where you are at, and take you to where you want to be. (Mental Wellness; Black Community Mental Health; Law of Attraction; Mindfulness)

You're super self-aware, but despite your deep understanding of yourself and dedication to self-improvement, you're still stuck in the same repetitive patterns. You've always been a step ahead in understanding yourself, but you're caught in the same limiting thoughts and behaviours. This constant cycle often feels like a consequence of unprocessed past experiences that subtly dictate your life. Does this sound like you? You're not alone in this journey. Many self-aware individuals share your struggle, searching for the missing link that can unlock their path forward. Imagine no longer being bound by your past experiences.

I work with clients who are seeking a more fulfilling life but are unsure of the path to a peaceful and happy future. I use a gentle and non-judgemental approach to help my clients move forward. I help clients build confidence and self-awareness while teaching them to tap into their mind-body connection and their intuitive sense of knowing, or gut feelings. I have worked with people from different backgrounds including those who have experienced traumatic pasts. By providing a safe space to be witnessed, I guide my clients to explore the roots of their suffering while supporting them in recovering from difficult experiences.

Hi, I'm Liz - a clinical psychologist who values building a safe, connected, and empowering therapeutic relationship. I focus on understanding you holistically, choosing depth & experiential change over band-aid solutions & surface conversations. I strive to help you derive meaning from your repeated behavior patterns & complex emotional reactions, as well as deepen self- awareness and strengthen self-worth so you can make personally valued changes when you feel ready for it. I am drawn to working with insecure attachment styles, sex/intimacy issues, highly sensitive folks, queer community, & adult survivors of childhood trauma.

Accepting new clients for summer 2024! As a woman from a cultural minority, you may feel overwhelmed by the stresses your culture can bring. Being told to keep silent. Growing up in a chaotic home. You may have been body-shamed. Or experienced trauma that your culture may overlook. You may have depression that can't be talked about with your loved ones. You may experience stress with eating, your health, body or career. You may not be able to pinpoint where your distress is coming from! I'd love to help you explore, label and resolve what you're going through.

Therapy shouldn't feel like a chore. While it might sometimes be hard to hear what is discussed in therapy, overall you should leave feeling like you've gained something useful or even transformative. Over time, you should feel you are getting stronger, more resilient and have shed layers of fear and anxiety. Of course this process can be overwhelming at times and you might not always progress on the timeframe that you thought you would, but when therapy goes well, you should feel more settled and more clear about your life. You should gain understanding about yourself and others and have a renewed sense of purpose and passion

If you believe that the past impacts the present, and you would like to work on your past to create a better future, then I may be a good fit for you. My background is in Psychology and Philosophy, with additional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (with the founder Steve Hayes), Co-Active Coaching (with the founders Karen and Henry-House) and Psychoanalysis. I enjoy working with curious, open-minded people who are keen to understand themselves, their relationships, and their environments better, so they can live healthier lives, make more informed choices, and be confident in who they are and what they have to offer.

Are you feeling stuck, rejected, or undervalued while you pursue what you want in your life? Do you find yourself trapped in a cycle of comparing yourself to others, feeling inferior, and struggling to fit into societal norms? You're not alone. Many of us have beliefs from childhood that dictate what success should look like (i.e., “get married," "go to university”). If these expectations don't align with your desires, it can lead to panic, overwhelm, and a sense of not belonging. Together, we can challenge these beliefs and uncover the person you truly are, without fear of judgment from others. This is your life, not theirs.

Hi there! I am passionate about helping people reach their full potential and live their most fulfilling lives. I provide a holistic approach and have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in therapeutic and case management roles in the community and educational settings.

“Everyone wants to hold the new baby. Who holds the mom?” Motherhood is the ultimate personal development experience, but it can be a lonely one. Whether you are preparing for motherhood, struggling to conceive, feeling scared or unsupported in your pregnancy, experiencing birth trauma, or suffering with feelings of depression or anxiety as a new parent, mental health in the perinatal journey is just as important as physical health and recovery.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a private practice in Toronto, ON. I use a psychodynamic lens to support individuals struggling with diverse mental health issues, with a focus on LGBTQ+ clients, depression and suicidal ideation, disordered eating, and complex trauma. I value client-centered therapy and tailor the therapy experience to my client’s individual needs. I work with clients to improve daily functioning and mood, and gain capacity for emotional regulation, I look forward to joining you on your therapy journey!

You may come to therapy because you feel lost, alone, angry, confused, empty, fearful, betrayed, or hopeless. Or not. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, identity, relationships, unwanted thoughts and feelings, addictions, shame, or guilt. Or not. You may come to therapy because you want to understand how your early experiences are shaping your life. Or you may be curious about the therapeutic process, more generally. Or not.

In navigating life's challenges, we often construct defenses that, while once protective, now leave us feeling stuck and isolated. Together, we will work to chip away at these accumulated layers and begin to articulate a more authentic and comfortable way of being in the world. My approach is rooted in compassion and understanding, offering a safe haven for healing while encouraging you gently to your full potential. Together, we'll shift from the shadows of criticism, fear and shame to a path illuminated by self-discovery and growth.

Do you feel exhausted with constantly people-pleasing, making decisions that make other people happy, but leave you feeling unfulfilled? Do you struggle with low self-worth or self-esteem, that affects your day-to-day life and the quality of your relationships? Do those feelings contribute to depression, anxiety, or dissatisfaction with life? Have you been wondering if there’s a better life out there for you? These days, more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed with how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers, household responsibilities, and life in general, while also considering their own needs, and desires.

Too often, people endure their obstacles alone, convinced that they must shoulder their burdens in silence. Whether it's a child struggling with emotional regulation, a teenager navigating the complexities of anxiety amid life's changes, or an adult wrestling with depression, everyone can benefit from specialized support at various points in their lives.

Hello, I am a trained and licensed professional with 20 years of experience working with people experiencing challenges with depression, stress, burnout, trauma or a family situation, the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, social anxiety, or fears. As a Registered Psychotherapist in private practice in Toronto, Ontario, I work online via videoconference only in French, Armenian, and Russian with adults and adolescents in psychoanalytic (psychodynamic) psychotherapy.