Therapists in M6J

Early professional life is uniquely fast-paced, and sometimes overwhelming. From dating and building relationships, to figuring out what you want from your life, to navigating the (home) office, to parenting… it’s a lot! You need time to invest in yourself instead of all of the distractions surrounding you, and therapy is a great way to do that.

It can be intimidating and overwhelming when looking to start therapy, and my goal is to make sure that you feel comfortable and heard. I believe it is important to create a bond of trust in order to understand and meet your needs as an individual. I am an empathic listener and a creative thinker when it comes to tailoring my approach to best suit you. I am committed to meeting you where you are in life and seeing the best in you, while supporting and challenging you to be your best self.

Challenges are part of the shared human experience, and where we have navigated through difficulty in the past, we may find that our current strategies may no longer be serving us. Exploring helpful ways to work with unpleasant experiences, deepen self-awareness, and develop a toolbox of skills is at the core of my work with you. I work with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma-related challenges, psychosis, and difficulty managing strong emotions and behaviours including gambling, gaming and general technology use.

I utilize a collaborative approach to identify your strengths and encourage positive change. My practice incorporates an anti-oppressive framework, culturally informed perspectives, and provides a non-judgemental space for all genders, sexualities, ethnicities and religions. Whether you're in the middle of a life transition, struggling to cope with every day life, or ready to work on healing historic wounds, you don't have to do it alone.

The Centre for Mindfulness Studies is a charitable social enterprise founded in 2011 in downtown Toronto. It is the leading professional development and service delivery organization for mindfulness-based interventions in Canada. We’re expanding our offerings online and in new locations.

Life is full of unexpected highs and lows and we all need to feel supported, encouraged, and cared for, whether it be during times of hardships or on a regular basis. My intention is to create a safe and non-judgemental space to help you share your story, understand your needs, grieve your losses, and celebrate your accomplishments. Life can feel complicated and busy, so we don’t always make time to acknowledge and care for our mental health. Together we can work to explore situations and find patterns in your life that may be standing in your way of moving towards your goals and figure out new ways to approach old challenges.

I work adult clients ranging in age from their 20s to 100s. I provide one-on-one counselling to clients working toward achieving personal wellness across a wide spectrum of concerns including those coping with anxiety, significant life changes, stress management & relationship concerns. I also offer system navigation and resource counselling for seniors, their caregivers and family members. The goal of this part of my practice is to link people to the right resources for them and help them better understand the complex healthcare system.

Life is full of challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone. In counselling, you have the opportunity to work with someone who can help you find solutions to the challenges in your life by assessing your needs and strengths, exploring possible options with you, providing you with information and resources, and/or supporting you with developing coping strategies. In my practice, I apply knowledge and skills gained from my education, employment, and ongoing learning while also drawing on my lived experience as a queer guy who has struggled with challenges related to mental health, trauma, family conflict, and other experiences.

I work with individuals experiencing feelings of disconnection, anxiety, and self-criticism. Do you ever feel like you can't live up to your own standards or those of others? As though no matter how hard you try you remain stuck or unfulfilled? In a society that promotes speed, wealth, and unrealistic standards (of beauty, relationships, even self-care!) it can be increasingly difficult to find a space in which we feel heard and validated. When life prevents you from seeing the best version of yourself, I will see it for you, bringing your strengths to the forefront of our work together.

We've all felt stuck, frustrated, worried or like we are spinning out of control at one time or another. And sometimes we feel so... alone. You know there's more to you than meets the eye, if only someone could see it. Do you have this nagging intuition that what you want is just out of reach -- a better self-image, a better relationship or a better life? I'd like to help.

Welcome. Looking for creative ways to make meaningful change? Or a safe place to sit with the uncertainty of the moment? Therapy and counselling is a place that can help you voice your thoughts, explore and move through challenges, and grow in your desired direction. Our work together will look at your unique experience, and what is meaningful in your life. My approach is emotionally-focused, neurobiological, and trauma-informed.

My approach to therapy is collaborative and holistic to help you build a relationship with yourself and to better understand your present issues. Through a strength-based and humanistic approach, together we make stepping stones to address these issues and create meaningful change in your life. I tailor therapeutic modalities and techniques for your unique needs. I incorporate Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical- behavioural Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, or Mindfulness-based practices to help you find self-acceptance, empowerment, and inner peace.

I am a registered psychotherapist and a certified expressive arts therapist. I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over ten years and specialize in using the arts to promote self healing, relationships, growth and change. I have trained extensively in gestalt and developmental somatic psychotherapy and have pursued professional training in emotionally focused couples therapy (EFT), trauma informed therapy, narrative therapy and child and play therapy. I create a safe and interactive therapeutic atmosphere, and work from a resource oriented, awareness based perspective, focussing on both your short and long term needs.

At some point or another, we have all encountered uncertainties that have surely knocked us down, but I believe that these hardships can be framed in a better and more constructive way and together, working side-by-side, we will develop the right coping strategies, build up your personal strengths, and foster endless self-love. Sometimes, what we consider weaknesses are actually concealed strengths and this will be an opportunity to work towards achieving meaningful personal growth. Trust and collaboration are my fundamental pillars of practice, and I believe that these pillars are crucial towards obtaining substantive results.

Do you feel unmotivated, stuck or fatigued? Do you find yourself feeling irritable or anxious around others? Do you feel increased stress from the pandemic? My approach to therapy is not only helping you manage and cope with your symptoms, but also work towards resolving them. I believe that you have the inner workings to heal and live a meaningful life based on your values. It can be difficult to navigate the therapy world and I commend you on taking the first step in seeking help. If you have already started your healing journey I welcome the opportunity to collaborate.

Feeling anxious, depressed, lonely and distressed? Questioning why God allows pain? Maybe you've even thought about giving up on life completely hoping those feelings, memories, and daily experiences will simply go away. I want you to know you are not alone. I have dedicated my career to helping women overcome issues related to sexual assault, domestic violence, childhood abuse/neglect, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation and everyday life stressors. As a Christian counsellor, I believe God's desire is for us to have a healthy mind, body and soul. There is rest from the burdens of life and hope for peace and joy.

Undisturb yourself! Using CBT, Existential, and Mindfulness forms of psychotherapy, I help clients (in-person/ telephone/ on-line) develop the tools in order that they think, act and feel better. Sometimes the realities of life understandably leave us susceptible to certain anxieties, despair and general existential concern. All too often we find ourselves developing unhelpful irrational thoughts and behaviours that can seem impossible to change. But they aren't. If you are interested in investigating and changing your assumptions and behaviours, if you want to modify the lens through which you view and experience the world, my therapeutic modality could be well suited to you.

Any of us may become scared or frustrated by events in our lives. Sometimes parts of our lives just don't seem to be working out. We may become unhappy and come to an impasse. It is inevitable that we come face to face with a crisis of illness or loss. Some may have experienced a relationship breakdown or disturbing dreams and memories. Any one of these can make life seem overwhelming. Even when we find the courage to admit what's happening, those closest to us are not equipped to help us. At these times it is often helpful to talk with a therapist