Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Aurora, ON
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck—whether in patterns of anxiety, self-doubt, people-pleasing, or the weight of life transitions. They may be navigating cultural expectations, burnout, heartbreak, or the pressure to be everything for everyone. They’re ready to understand themselves deeply, strengthen their boundaries, and reconnect with their values. Above all, they want to feel calmer, more confident, and in control of their story again.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck—whether in patterns of anxiety, self-doubt, people-pleasing, or the weight of life transitions. They may be navigating cultural expectations, burnout, heartbreak, or the pressure to be everything for everyone. They’re ready to understand themselves deeply, strengthen their boundaries, and reconnect with their values. Above all, they want to feel calmer, more confident, and in control of their story again.
Psychability Child and Adolescent Psychological Services is a private psychology practice that provides assessment, online therapy and consultation services to Ontario students in grades 1 to 12. Psychability Child and Adolescent Psychological Services was founded by Dr. Jared Berger with the goal of improving children and adolescents’ mental health and well-being in Ontario.
Psychability Child and Adolescent Psychological Services is a private psychology practice that provides assessment, online therapy and consultation services to Ontario students in grades 1 to 12. Psychability Child and Adolescent Psychological Services was founded by Dr. Jared Berger with the goal of improving children and adolescents’ mental health and well-being in Ontario.
Express it! Art Therapy/Psychotherapy/Supervision
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, DTATI, CTRP-C, RCAT
Serves Area
I provide trauma-informed therapy for children, youth and adults, supporting clients impacted by trauma, chronic illness, stress, neurodivergence, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, focusing on safety and meaningful change by integrating EMDR, Art Therapy, and other evidence-based approaches (CBT, CPT, DBT, IFS). I offer neuro-affirming therapy that honours strengths, communication styles, and sensory needs, and I support parents of neurodivergent children with guidance and practical strategies.
I also provide clinical supervision for therapists with an emphasis on ethical practice, clinical issues and well being.
I provide trauma-informed therapy for children, youth and adults, supporting clients impacted by trauma, chronic illness, stress, neurodivergence, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, focusing on safety and meaningful change by integrating EMDR, Art Therapy, and other evidence-based approaches (CBT, CPT, DBT, IFS). I offer neuro-affirming therapy that honours strengths, communication styles, and sensory needs, and I support parents of neurodivergent children with guidance and practical strategies.
I also provide clinical supervision for therapists with an emphasis on ethical practice, clinical issues and well being.
Whether you are a seasoned mental health practitioner, newly qualifying/registered to practice with OCSWSSW/CRPO, or looking to shift into supervisory endeavours, I can support you with identifying goals for your professional growth as a clinician and building the skills needed to achieve these.
Whether you are a seasoned mental health practitioner, newly qualifying/registered to practice with OCSWSSW/CRPO, or looking to shift into supervisory endeavours, I can support you with identifying goals for your professional growth as a clinician and building the skills needed to achieve these.
If you want to speak to someone who won't judge, really listens, and can help you find your best self, I would love to hear from you. The first priority is finding a therapist you feel safe with. We begin by exploring the issues and understanding the challenges, but the real work is learning to be gentle with ourselves as we acknowledge the need for a change. We implement new self-care practices, heal the root of whatever is getting in the way, and the find peace you are looking for.
I am available for quick response appointments in person and online.
If you want to speak to someone who won't judge, really listens, and can help you find your best self, I would love to hear from you. The first priority is finding a therapist you feel safe with. We begin by exploring the issues and understanding the challenges, but the real work is learning to be gentle with ourselves as we acknowledge the need for a change. We implement new self-care practices, heal the root of whatever is getting in the way, and the find peace you are looking for.
I am available for quick response appointments in person and online.
Doctoral degree in Counselling Studies and Certified Child and Youth Counsellor. Support working with children, marriages & families from all stages. I have been in practice for over 33 years. The focus includes: building safety, healthy attachment and attunement, healing from trauma by using NUROFEEDBACK, EMDR and BRAINSPOTTING, decreasing anxiety, depression and OCD, family and marital issues and building self-confidence, emotional regulation, living mindfully with purpose, spirituality, supporting goals and aspirations, living in relational harmony and investing in fulfilling relationships and life goals.
Doctoral degree in Counselling Studies and Certified Child and Youth Counsellor. Support working with children, marriages & families from all stages. I have been in practice for over 33 years. The focus includes: building safety, healthy attachment and attunement, healing from trauma by using NUROFEEDBACK, EMDR and BRAINSPOTTING, decreasing anxiety, depression and OCD, family and marital issues and building self-confidence, emotional regulation, living mindfully with purpose, spirituality, supporting goals and aspirations, living in relational harmony and investing in fulfilling relationships and life goals.
Neurodivergence, ADHD, Autism, Relationships
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, my name is Chrissy Gallo - RP (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW. Sometimes, our experiences can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and dysregulated. These emotions can impact our relationships with others and our relationships with ourselves. I encourage therapeutic growth by nurturing the inner child, making peace with the inner critic, and reconnecting clients with their authentic sense of self. I value the healing impact of our parts being seen, heard, validated, and accepted. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered, Self-Compassion, Existential, Narrative, Strength-based, Attachment-based, & Polyvagal Theory.
Hi, my name is Chrissy Gallo - RP (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW. Sometimes, our experiences can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and dysregulated. These emotions can impact our relationships with others and our relationships with ourselves. I encourage therapeutic growth by nurturing the inner child, making peace with the inner critic, and reconnecting clients with their authentic sense of self. I value the healing impact of our parts being seen, heard, validated, and accepted. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered, Self-Compassion, Existential, Narrative, Strength-based, Attachment-based, & Polyvagal Theory.
I work with individuals and couples dealing with anxiety, trauma, relationship conflict, or the psychological impact of motor vehicle accidents. Many clients are navigating emotional dysregulation, chronic stress, or major life and cultural transitions that disrupt their functioning. They seek structured, evidence-based therapy, meaningful insight, and practical strategies to strengthen coping, rebuild resilience, and restore a steady sense of direction and emotional well-being in their lives. My role is to help them feel supported, understood, and capable of real change.
I work with individuals and couples dealing with anxiety, trauma, relationship conflict, or the psychological impact of motor vehicle accidents. Many clients are navigating emotional dysregulation, chronic stress, or major life and cultural transitions that disrupt their functioning. They seek structured, evidence-based therapy, meaningful insight, and practical strategies to strengthen coping, rebuild resilience, and restore a steady sense of direction and emotional well-being in their lives. My role is to help them feel supported, understood, and capable of real change.
Do you or your child feel stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Are you just holding things together, feeling exhausted as life seems to fall apart around you? Do you wonder how you or your child will make it through the week—or even the day? Now more than ever, people are struggling with constant stress and overwhelm, feeling pressure to push through while feeling worn down and stuck in a cycle they can’t escape. I believe it shouldn’t be this hard to live the calmer, happier, and more connected life you want.
Do you or your child feel stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Are you just holding things together, feeling exhausted as life seems to fall apart around you? Do you wonder how you or your child will make it through the week—or even the day? Now more than ever, people are struggling with constant stress and overwhelm, feeling pressure to push through while feeling worn down and stuck in a cycle they can’t escape. I believe it shouldn’t be this hard to live the calmer, happier, and more connected life you want.
At Tree of Life Psychotherapy, we understand how overwhelming it can feel when you—or your child, teen, or adult client—are struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, or the weight of unresolved challenges. These difficulties can affect relationships, work, school, and daily life, leaving you feeling stuck or unsure of how to move forward. You may wonder if life could feel lighter, more grounded, and more fulfilling—for yourself or your family.
We believe healing and growth are always possible, no matter how long you've been struggling.
At Tree of Life Psychotherapy, we understand how overwhelming it can feel when you—or your child, teen, or adult client—are struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, or the weight of unresolved challenges. These difficulties can affect relationships, work, school, and daily life, leaving you feeling stuck or unsure of how to move forward. You may wonder if life could feel lighter, more grounded, and more fulfilling—for yourself or your family.
We believe healing and growth are always possible, no matter how long you've been struggling.
Abloom Therapy: Anxiety, Depression,
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC, MACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Ready for more than just validation? Are you wrapped up tight in your suffering? We invite you to unfold here. Unfold & explore your pain, your curiosity, your resistance, your strength, your power, your joy, your vulnerability, & your peace. Unfold to imagining a future that is better! Our trained mental health professionals will offer you more than just validation - we will meet you where you are with compassion, respect, & non-judgment. We offer online only psychotherapy services in English, Turkish, & Cantonese. Book a free online consultation with one of our Ontario therapists to feel out if we might be the right fit for you.
Ready for more than just validation? Are you wrapped up tight in your suffering? We invite you to unfold here. Unfold & explore your pain, your curiosity, your resistance, your strength, your power, your joy, your vulnerability, & your peace. Unfold to imagining a future that is better! Our trained mental health professionals will offer you more than just validation - we will meet you where you are with compassion, respect, & non-judgment. We offer online only psychotherapy services in English, Turkish, & Cantonese. Book a free online consultation with one of our Ontario therapists to feel out if we might be the right fit for you.
At times, we can find ourselves dealing with thoughts, feelings and life events that leave us experiencing profound emotions like loss, confusion or sadness. Whether the cause is based on childhood events, relationships, work or some unexpected occurrence, the effects are often fairly similar. It may be useful to consider that the goal of therapy is to bring about some kind of change - for example, going from where you are now (distress) to where you want to be (calm and centred). It's a life-changing journey I have had the privilege to accompany many clients on.
At times, we can find ourselves dealing with thoughts, feelings and life events that leave us experiencing profound emotions like loss, confusion or sadness. Whether the cause is based on childhood events, relationships, work or some unexpected occurrence, the effects are often fairly similar. It may be useful to consider that the goal of therapy is to bring about some kind of change - for example, going from where you are now (distress) to where you want to be (calm and centred). It's a life-changing journey I have had the privilege to accompany many clients on.
In therapy, we can start with understanding the challenges that you face and create a plan together. By identifying the barriers and patterns that have held you back, we can then explore skills and strategies to cope. I offer virtual appointments and looking to expand to in-person session in Newmarket.
In therapy, we can start with understanding the challenges that you face and create a plan together. By identifying the barriers and patterns that have held you back, we can then explore skills and strategies to cope. I offer virtual appointments and looking to expand to in-person session in Newmarket.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when challenges start to pile up and it’s hard to see a way forward. You might feel stuck, unsure, or simply needing a new perspective. Together, we create space to slow things down, understand what’s going on, and begin moving toward clarity and change. In our work, we focus on your strengths, explore what may be getting in the way, and support you in building a path toward healing and resilience.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when challenges start to pile up and it’s hard to see a way forward. You might feel stuck, unsure, or simply needing a new perspective. Together, we create space to slow things down, understand what’s going on, and begin moving toward clarity and change. In our work, we focus on your strengths, explore what may be getting in the way, and support you in building a path toward healing and resilience.
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. Are you feeling overwhelmed with questions about your child's development? Worrying about your child’s performance in school? Are you or your child struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you have questions about ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, Giftedness, Anxiety, OCD, or Depression? My team and I at The Thought Centre offer evidence-based therapy to reduce anxiety, increase mood, and boost social relationships. We also offer comprehensive psychological assessments to answer various diagnostic questions. You can rest assured that you are in good hands with our team of skilled professionals.
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. Are you feeling overwhelmed with questions about your child's development? Worrying about your child’s performance in school? Are you or your child struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you have questions about ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, Giftedness, Anxiety, OCD, or Depression? My team and I at The Thought Centre offer evidence-based therapy to reduce anxiety, increase mood, and boost social relationships. We also offer comprehensive psychological assessments to answer various diagnostic questions. You can rest assured that you are in good hands with our team of skilled professionals.
Life does not always unfold neatly. You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of where to begin, even if you are thoughtful and self-aware. You do not need a clear plan or the right words to start therapy. Showing up as you are is enough. I offer a space where you can slow things down, step out of overthinking, and gently explore what feels heavy or confusing. Our work is paced, collaborative, and grounded in curiosity and kindness, especially toward the parts of you that have been trying their best.
Life does not always unfold neatly. You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of where to begin, even if you are thoughtful and self-aware. You do not need a clear plan or the right words to start therapy. Showing up as you are is enough. I offer a space where you can slow things down, step out of overthinking, and gently explore what feels heavy or confusing. Our work is paced, collaborative, and grounded in curiosity and kindness, especially toward the parts of you that have been trying their best.
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!
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!
Human Connections Counselling and Consulting
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Welcome to Human Connections Counselling and Consulting. My mission is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space to facilitate and promote client growth and awareness so that clients may live a more fulfilling life. I am a Registered Social Worker with over 10 years of clinical practice experience providing counselling, case management and consulting services to individuals, families, and organizations. My counselling style is eclectic allowing me to draw from a variety of modalities based on your goals and our interactions. Understanding that clients are often looking for practical, transformative tools, I tend to adopt a solution-focused approach.
Welcome to Human Connections Counselling and Consulting. My mission is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space to facilitate and promote client growth and awareness so that clients may live a more fulfilling life. I am a Registered Social Worker with over 10 years of clinical practice experience providing counselling, case management and consulting services to individuals, families, and organizations. My counselling style is eclectic allowing me to draw from a variety of modalities based on your goals and our interactions. Understanding that clients are often looking for practical, transformative tools, I tend to adopt a solution-focused approach.
You’re a high achiever who can’t switch off—no matter how much you’ve done. You’re the one everyone turns to. You keep it together and get things done—no matter what it costs you. On the outside, you’re thriving. But inside? It’s different. Your mind never stops, you overanalyze every decision, and ADHD, AuDHD or executive functioning struggles make it harder to focus, rest, or switch off. That inner voice says you’re still not enough, even when you’ve done it all.
You’re a high achiever who can’t switch off—no matter how much you’ve done. You’re the one everyone turns to. You keep it together and get things done—no matter what it costs you. On the outside, you’re thriving. But inside? It’s different. Your mind never stops, you overanalyze every decision, and ADHD, AuDHD or executive functioning struggles make it harder to focus, rest, or switch off. That inner voice says you’re still not enough, even when you’ve done it all.
I am currently accepting a few new clients in February 2026! I’m so glad you are here. I appreciate the strength it takes to seek and accept support. If you are looking to receive support, and guidance towards your goals you have come to the right place. I am an experienced therapist (16 years) and my clients say they appreciate my empathetic and genuine nature, use of humor, and client-centered approach. I’m a strong advocate and I seek to empower people by focusing on existing strengths.
I am currently accepting a few new clients in February 2026! I’m so glad you are here. I appreciate the strength it takes to seek and accept support. If you are looking to receive support, and guidance towards your goals you have come to the right place. I am an experienced therapist (16 years) and my clients say they appreciate my empathetic and genuine nature, use of humor, and client-centered approach. I’m a strong advocate and I seek to empower people by focusing on existing strengths.
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Education and Learning Disabilities Counsellors
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.