Michele Riel - Relationship and Anxiety Specialist

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC

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Michele Riel - Relationship and Anxiety Specialist

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC (she, her)

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You want to feel close, safe, and understood, but the same painful cycle keeps taking over: conflict, defensiveness, shutdown, distance. You may be longing for reassurance, repair, or a way back to each other, while also feeling anxious, resentful, lonely, or unsure what to do next. I work with couples and individuals navigating relationship patterns, anxiety, trauma, and emotional disconnection. Together, we slow the cycle down, make sense of the softer emotions and attachment needs underneath, and create new ways of reaching, responding, repairing, and rebuilding emotional safety and connection.

Using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), we'll work together to help you step out of painful patterns and roles. Whether that shows up as people-pleasing, anger, shutdown, or self-doubt, the goal is more secure connections, clearer boundaries, and a stronger sense of self.

Together we can determine what’s happening underneath the reactions, and build new ways of responding, so conversations feel safer, conflict becomes repairable, and closeness can return. Please read my latest blog on my website: Boundaries Versus Control in Relationships: How to Tell the Difference.

Call or Email Michele Riel - Relationship and Anxiety Specialist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (289) 302-7391

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Toronto, ON M8V

(289) 302-7391

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Gold-standard relationship therapy: attachment-based and trauma-informed care that shifts negative patterns and builds lasting change.

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Stress

$190 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Let's Connect (289) 302-7391

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Toronto, ON M8V

(289) 302-7391

Website

Gold-standard relationship therapy: attachment-based and trauma-informed care that shifts negative patterns and builds lasting change.

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Stress

$190 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $190
Couple Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Cheque, e-Transfer, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

AGA Financial Group
Alberta Blue Cross
belair Direct
Benefit Plan Adminstrators
Beneva | SSQ
Canada Life | Great-West Life
Canadian Construction Workers
Chambers Plan
CINUP
Coughlin and Associates
Cowan
Desjardins
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Equitable Life of Canada
First Canadian Health
First Nations Health Authority
GMS Carrier 49
GMS Carrier 50
GPM Group Benefits
Great-West Life
Green Shield Canada
GroupHEALTH
GroupSource
Industrial Alliance
Johnston Group
Manion
Manulife
Maximum Benefit
MDM Services
People Corporation
RWAM
Simply Benefits
SSQ
SunLife
TELUS Health
Union Benefits
UV Insurance

I warmly welcome Indigenous clients. I offer culturally safe, decolonizing care informed by Two-Eyed Seeing and holistic practices, grounded in respect for our values, identity, and community connections. I'm a registered NIHB provider and will manage all of the necessary paperwork.

Michele Riel - Relationship and Anxiety Specialist

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 302-7391

Michele Riel - Relationship and Anxiety Specialist

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 302-7391

Qualifications

Registered Psychotherapist: Michele Riel

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 10407 Michele Riel

Education and Years In Practice

Attended Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology

Additional Credentials

Certificate from Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

I will bill the insurance company directly on your behalf. No payment is required by you.

Michele Riel - Relationship and Anxiety Specialist

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 302-7391

I will bill the insurance company directly on your behalf. No payment is required by you.

Michele Riel - Relationship and Anxiety Specialist

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 302-7391

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Relationship Issues
Anxiety
Stress

Expertise

ADHD
Behavioural Issues
Coping Skills
Emotional Disturbance
Generational Trauma
Grief
Infidelity
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Thinking Disorders
Trauma and PTSD

Psychology services (covered by most third-party insurance plans) are provided under the clinical supervision of Leanne Wagner, MA, C. Psych Assoc. Registration No.5386. Registered Psychological Associate. Assisted by Michele Riel, MA, CCC, RP, License No. 10407. Psychology sessions available for individuals and couples.

Michele Riel - Relationship and Anxiety Specialist

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 302-7391

Michele Riel - Relationship and Anxiety Specialist

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 302-7391

8 Endorsements

Stephanie Dinsmore

Registered Social Worker, EdD, MSW, RSW

Michele is kind, compassionate, and inclusive in her work with clients. Her passion for working and supporting Indigenous Peoples is profound. I highly recommend Michele!

Michelle Liu : EFT & Interracial Couples Therapy

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, BA

Michele, is a highly skilled and compassionate therapist. She meets her clients with compassion and empathy and challenges clients when there is an opportunity to do so. I highly recommend Michele.

Relationships Postpartum Parenting - Kristen

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC, PMH-C, MMHPC

Michele is compassionate, respectful and well versed in working with couples through all of life's challenges that can impact a relationship.

Leanne Wagner

Psychological Associate, MA, CPsych, Assoc

Michele is a warm, empathetic and knowledgeable therapist who cares deeply about her clients.

Arms Open - Relationship and Couples Counselling

Registered Psychotherapist, RP

Michele helps couples and families learn how to better communicate and resolve conflict in compassionate and empathetic way.

Gillian Gibbes

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, BAA

Michele is devoted to providing sincere, empathetic care to her clients. She is passionate about helping her clients empower themselves to create or repair deep, meaningful relationships, discover their life purpose, and live a joyful life.

Lorie-Ann Carson

Counsellor, BA, MA, CCC, LCT

Michele's warmth and compassion make it easy to confide in her. She offers a safe place to tell your story. With dedication, therapeutic insight, and knowledge, she collaboratively walks with her clients on their journey toward mental wellness

Ellis Nicolson-Relationship Specialists

Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP, RMFT

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Indigenous Peoples

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Indigenous Peoples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Family / Marital
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Relational
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based

Michele Riel - Relationship and Anxiety Specialist

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (289) 302-7391

Michele Riel - Relationship and Anxiety Specialist

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (289) 302-7391

Location

Primary Location

Toronto, ON M8V

(289) 302-7391

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Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

Downtown

Gold-standard relationship therapy: attachment-based and trauma-informed care that shifts negative patterns and builds lasting change.

Michele Riel - Relationship and Anxiety Specialist

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC

Call for a free consultation now - (289) 302-7391

Gold-standard relationship therapy: attachment-based and trauma-informed care that shifts negative patterns and builds lasting change.

Michele Riel - Relationship and Anxiety Specialist

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC

Call for a free consultation now - (289) 302-7391

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