:) WELCOMING NEW CLIENTS - I offer 15-minutes FREE consultation call/ English & Spanish -- My style is down-to-earth and conversational - I believe in the innate strengths and resilience that lie in every person. In this manner, my clients and I work collaboratively exploring and fostering those strengths, while addressing current difficulties, to create meaningful change in their lives. I also believe that every person is unique and has different needs and preferences. For this reason, I offer tailored help to adults, seniors, and couples I have been seeing in the +5 years as a therapist.

Anxiety, intrusive thoughts, & emotion or behaviour difficulties can be extremely isolating, leading to feelings of shame and secrecy. Everyday "normal" functions might feel tough. Things as necessary as eating, moving, & relationships might feel confusing, overwhelming, or scary. It may feel like your nervous system is hijacked & you react in unintended ways. One's inner world becomes chaos, while those outside say "it's in your head". Trauma informed therapy recognizes that experiences shape our symptoms/coping strategies. Working together we calm the nervous system, develop new ways to cope, and discover new ways of being.

We can make change in our lives by understanding why we feel the way we do and by being in tune with who we are. Once we get to know ourselves better, we have the power to grow and overcome barriers. Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression or anger, or if you are encountering family challenges, relationship problems, or addictions, I can help you make the change you are looking for in a safe, open and nurturing environment.

You are energy. Energy is power. YOU are power. Owning it = Liberation. I am passionate about empowering women to own their value, step into their power & lead revolutions. I also understand how hard this is when navigating toxic, oppressive cultures, whether it be family, work, school or larger society. The result is heart & spirit woundedness and a mixed bag of feelings such as fear, grief, anxiety, depression, confusion, rage and stuckness, to name a few. I hold a safe space for us to co-explore, feel & process your way through it all at a pace that feels right for you.

Hey, my name is Curt. I have been working as a counsellor for the past six years. The office I work out of is near Christie Subway Station. My main experiences have been with people with substance use issues and/or addictions, who are wanting to make some changes in their life. I am trauma-informed, non-judgmental, anti-oppressive and always support clients on whatever goals they want to work on. I have also worked with folks from the LGBTQ2S+ community.

I believe in people’s resiliency and that each of us is capable of growth, and reaching new goals and possibilities. I am a registered social worker, psychotherapist practicing in Toronto. My approach is one of calm, non-judgmental and strength-based collaboration. Drawing on resources such as narrative, emotion and cognitive behavioural therapies and psychodynamic concepts, I work with people who are experiencing pain in their lives, and together we explore and address the issues affecting their sense of well-being. They develop the insight and skills to solve problems, initiate change and work toward attaining their goals.

I practice with a deep appreciation of the boundless human capacity to adapt, grow, and heal. When a person's sense of safety, security and/or belonging has been threatened, they instinctually respond in ways that maximize their chances of survival and safety the best way they know how at the time. However, these responses may limit their ability to engage fully in the world, relate to others, and embody their authentic self. I support clients to examine their adaptations gently and non-judgementally, to cultivate a stronger sense of safety and connection, and to shift from patterns of self-protection into patterns of connection.

With a sensitivity for the unique challenges and issues facing Chinese Canadians, I bring diverse tools to help you adapt to Canadian living. We can address emotional and relational issues associated with moving abroad and support your efforts to build your social network. I have practiced as a counsellor and therapist both in China and in Canada. I completed a Master of Science in Psychology in China. More recently, I completed a Master of Pastoral Studies at the University of Toronto, adding a faith-based component to work with those who wish to consider problems in a spiritual framework.

Hi there, I am a Child, Youth & Family Therapist (RSW)/Paediatric specialist offering therapy to children & their families regarding child social, emotional & behavioural challenges & complex family dynamics. I use of creative methods (movement, art, music, play, sandtray) to supplement evidence based Cognitive Behavioural & Dialectical Behavioural Therapy approaches. *Not a general therapist- services are very specialized to children's needs and attunement to their attachment & relationships are incorporated into the therapy sessions. *Child health care system navigation consultation & education system navigation

As a mental health therapist and writer, I believe the stories we tell about our lives matter. Our motivations, fears, insecurities and curiosities are deeply embedded in these stories. I provide individual counselling/therapy support to clients in their 20's and 30's who are looking for a safe, affirming and non-judgemental place to explore their unique stories and lives. My clinical training as a therapist reflects a commitment to providing people of color with access to mental health support, with a special interest in immigrant, refugee and LGBTQ communities.

I have worked extensively with mind and emotions, energy, relationship mastery. I have 21 years of experience as a therapist and I am a person who is continuously growing and improving while supporting my clients to grow and improve. My area of expertise is connectedness, self and other awareness, relationship mastery. My work with people at its core promotes change and moving on with one's life, renewed vitality, gaining perspective, clarity and new certainties. Whatever your issue is, let me know so I can offer you help. As an RP, conveniently located for High Park, Roncesvalles, Parkdale and Bloor West Village, I offer one-to-one and couples' therapy to a diverse clientele in west-end Toronto. Areas of focus include relationships, self-esteem, emotion regulation, dealing with physical, mental or emotional abuse, anxiety, stress, depression, loss, grief, power-imbalance, understanding and coping with change, managing and resolving conflict, putting down roots as an immigrant, mindfulness, and more. I am also a Complimentary Therapist trained in the UK and I offer Skype sessions, world-wide.

I am a Toronto-based psychotherapist and yoga teacher. I enjoy supporting people to deeply explore and develop their own process of discovery and change.

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.

Are you seeking an experienced professional with a fresh approach to working with individuals facing mental health challenges? I'm a counsellor with a unique background (M.A. in Art Therapy, New York University) offering talk therapy to adults of all ages facing various life transitions, mental health and addiction difficulties, and/or who are dealing with trauma (both mild and complex).

The therapeutic relationship lays the groundwork for therapy. My approach to therapy is client-centric which encourages you to be open to the therapeutic process, to be engaged and communicate challenges in therapy, to understand and welcome change as a necessary and potentially insightfulful process. Building tools such as mindfulness, creating and maintaining boundaries-being assertive, tracking thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Bringing larger issues/difficulties to be addressed while in therapy such as racial bias, power, and privilege, etc. to help the therapist understand difficulties better.

I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and Psychotherapist providing child, youth, individual and family counselling services in Toronto since 2010. I have a Masters of Social Work (MSW) degree from University of Toronto. I provide a safe, respectful and confidential space for you or a loved one to explore the problems and difficulties that bring you to therapy. I strive above all else to be an active listener, caring, empathic and non-judgemental in my conversations with clients.

Slowing down is a prerequisite to the conscious act of looking inwards. It is easy to seek distractions or take part in unhealthy habits when we are feeling unwell. It certainly isn’t as easy to seek help, to ask ourselves important questions, and demonstrate self-love. The way to self-love can have different meanings for each of us, depending on our life experiences. Perhaps it means self-compassion, forgiveness, relaxation, stress management, setting boundaries, or developing assertiveness. Putting the brakes on our busy lives and dedicating time to put ourselves first, can help. I welcome clients at any stage in this process.

Are you a mother who is feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or having overpowering emotions, or an up and down mood? Are you having trouble turning your mind off, struggling with scary intrusive thoughts or doubting your ability as a mother? I can help. I offer women a holistic way through anxiety and maternal mental health challenges so that they can feel calm, confident and connected with their children. I use a mind-body-spirit approach that treats women as the whole, interconnected beings that they are, to help them start to quiet their mind, get better rest and restore confidence and trust in themselves.

I’m a social worker and I provide psychotherapy to clients struggling with challenging life experiences. It can be difficult to cope when experiencing stress, depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict or low self-confidence. It takes courage to reach out for help and I provide a safe, supportive and compassionate space. Together, we can focus on skills that foster resiliency in the face of inevitable life challenges. I have several years of experience working with adolescents and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, shame and guilt, interpersonal conflict, and substance use and other mental health concerns.

As the Owner of Acorn & Anchor Therapy Centre, I have over 25 years of experience working with children, teens, and young adults who present with challenges related to Gifted/2e, ADHD, anxiety, depression, emotional intensities, self-regulation and other issues. I also have experience supervising and providing support to parents and to those in frontline professions who may be struggling with vicarious trauma, and symptoms of toxic stress. Other clinicians at the Centre serve clients of all ages, based on their individual needs. Most also receive clinical supervision/mentoring, with me, the Clinical Lead. See: Acornandanchor.com