ADHD Therapists in East York, ON
Neurodivergence, ADHD, Autism, Relationships
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I am trauma informed and specialize in ADHD, autism, education & learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, stress, eating disorders, pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum, LGBTQ+, peer relationships, codependency, parenting, & more.
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 am trauma informed and specialize in ADHD, autism, education & learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, stress, eating disorders, pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum, LGBTQ+, peer relationships, codependency, parenting, & more.
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.
Our art therapists are trained in helping children with emotional/ behavioural issues, ADHD, trauma, attachment, phobias, chronic illnesses, grief and loss, and divorced parents.
Our approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and cultural sensitivity. We incorporate techniques from CBT, Mindfulness, Solution Focused approaches, Gestalt therapy, IFS, art therapy, among other approaches. Our psychotherapists are trained in trauma-informed therapy, attachment theories, and grief and bereavement therapy.
Our art therapists are trained in helping children with emotional/ behavioural issues, ADHD, trauma, attachment, phobias, chronic illnesses, grief and loss, and divorced parents.
Our approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and cultural sensitivity. We incorporate techniques from CBT, Mindfulness, Solution Focused approaches, Gestalt therapy, IFS, art therapy, among other approaches. Our psychotherapists are trained in trauma-informed therapy, attachment theories, and grief and bereavement therapy.
*Currently accepting clients for waitlist* It takes a strong person to reach out for help and I applaud your first step in searching for a therapist. My focus is to help you, or your child/adolescent, to best understand your issue(s)/fears and to make them more tangible. If you are dealing with a trauma or loss I will help you move forward and see yourself as a survivor and regain control of your life. Our sessions can help you become more self-aware & understand the reasons behind behaviours, emotions and reactions.
*Currently accepting clients for waitlist* It takes a strong person to reach out for help and I applaud your first step in searching for a therapist. My focus is to help you, or your child/adolescent, to best understand your issue(s)/fears and to make them more tangible. If you are dealing with a trauma or loss I will help you move forward and see yourself as a survivor and regain control of your life. Our sessions can help you become more self-aware & understand the reasons behind behaviours, emotions and reactions.
Hello and welcome! I am a Psychotherapist/Registered Social Worker with over 20 years of clinical practice with adults, kids/teens, couples & families. Many clients I work with are experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, current and past relational issues stemming from unresolved trauma and/or unmet attachment needs. Together we will explore ongoing challenges to uncover their origins; gaining insight, strengthening resiliency and working towards meaningful change. Feeling comfortable with your therapist is first and foremost, so I offer a free phone consultation to see if we may be a good fit.
Hello and welcome! I am a Psychotherapist/Registered Social Worker with over 20 years of clinical practice with adults, kids/teens, couples & families. Many clients I work with are experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, current and past relational issues stemming from unresolved trauma and/or unmet attachment needs. Together we will explore ongoing challenges to uncover their origins; gaining insight, strengthening resiliency and working towards meaningful change. Feeling comfortable with your therapist is first and foremost, so I offer a free phone consultation to see if we may be a good fit.
Shannon Deeley ADHD, Anxiety, Women's Health
Registered Psychotherapist, AWCCA, BA, MACP
5 Endorsed
East York, ON M4C
Whether you're navigating a big life shift, feeling disconnected in your relationships, or managing the challenges of ADHD, something needs to change.
I support individuals, couples, and parents navigating ADHD, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges. My work is trauma-informed and I use an intersectional lens, honouring how your identity and lived experiences shape your story. Therapy with me is collaborative, empowering, and together, we can help you thrive - not just survive.
Whether you're navigating a big life shift, feeling disconnected in your relationships, or managing the challenges of ADHD, something needs to change.
I support individuals, couples, and parents navigating ADHD, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges. My work is trauma-informed and I use an intersectional lens, honouring how your identity and lived experiences shape your story. Therapy with me is collaborative, empowering, and together, we can help you thrive - not just survive.
Whether you're struggling with addiction—like drugs, alcohol, sex, pornography, or gambling—or facing issues like anxiety, ADHD, or the stress of relationships and parenting, it can feel like you’re carrying the weight alone.
With a background in counselling men’s issues, I bring a compassionate, understanding approach to every session. I hold a diploma in addictions studies and am a certified facilitator in both SMART Recovery and Friends & Family SMART Recovery. You can feel confident knowing you're working with someone trained to support you—and committed to helping you mo
Whether you're struggling with addiction—like drugs, alcohol, sex, pornography, or gambling—or facing issues like anxiety, ADHD, or the stress of relationships and parenting, it can feel like you’re carrying the weight alone.
With a background in counselling men’s issues, I bring a compassionate, understanding approach to every session. I hold a diploma in addictions studies and am a certified facilitator in both SMART Recovery and Friends & Family SMART Recovery. You can feel confident knowing you're working with someone trained to support you—and committed to helping you mo
I offer a warm, relational space where you can land — just as you are. Together, we’ll explore what’s present, what hurts, what longs to be seen. I’m here to support you in meeting your challenges with honesty, care, and curiosity. Healing isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to go through it alone.
We’ll bring attention back to your body — to sensation, breath, feeling, and emotion — the places where truth lives. So often, we get caught in our heads and forget the wisdom that lives inside us. I’m here to help you remember.
You deserve to feel alive, connected, and at home in yourself!
I offer a warm, relational space where you can land — just as you are. Together, we’ll explore what’s present, what hurts, what longs to be seen. I’m here to support you in meeting your challenges with honesty, care, and curiosity. Healing isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to go through it alone.
We’ll bring attention back to your body — to sensation, breath, feeling, and emotion — the places where truth lives. So often, we get caught in our heads and forget the wisdom that lives inside us. I’m here to help you remember.
You deserve to feel alive, connected, and at home in yourself!
I offer brief and long-term individual counseling, to pre-teens, adolescents, adults, and families. I especially welcome queer, trans and gender-diverse clients and those who support them; neurodivergent folks; those wanting to improve their mental health and those wanting to address substance use and/or addiction.
I offer brief and long-term individual counseling, to pre-teens, adolescents, adults, and families. I especially welcome queer, trans and gender-diverse clients and those who support them; neurodivergent folks; those wanting to improve their mental health and those wanting to address substance use and/or addiction.
I offer ADHD assessment, WSIB-funded treatment, and psychedelic preparation and integration sessions.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself, overwhelmed by stress, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you? I’d be honoured to help navigate these challenges with you and support you in making positive changes. At Kora Psychology, I help adults and couples reconnect with their core authentic selves and move beyond the burdens of anxiety, trauma, depression, and perfectionism. Healing isn’t about becoming someone new—it’s about rediscovering your inner strength and letting go of what holds you back.
I offer ADHD assessment, WSIB-funded treatment, and psychedelic preparation and integration sessions.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself, overwhelmed by stress, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you? I’d be honoured to help navigate these challenges with you and support you in making positive changes. At Kora Psychology, I help adults and couples reconnect with their core authentic selves and move beyond the burdens of anxiety, trauma, depression, and perfectionism. Healing isn’t about becoming someone new—it’s about rediscovering your inner strength and letting go of what holds you back.
My approach and style of therapy is non judgemental and involves the provision of a safe, nurturing, warm and professional environment.
I work to help people explore and gain insight into their life challenges, behaviours and problems.I bring my personal and professional knowledge and experiences to all I do in an open and caring manner.
I have been practing for 8 years and worked in a variety of mental health settings. Call me, together we are going to gently approach the most difficult or painful subjects that you are going through and work out strategies and techniques to overcome them.
My approach and style of therapy is non judgemental and involves the provision of a safe, nurturing, warm and professional environment.
I work to help people explore and gain insight into their life challenges, behaviours and problems.I bring my personal and professional knowledge and experiences to all I do in an open and caring manner.
I have been practing for 8 years and worked in a variety of mental health settings. Call me, together we are going to gently approach the most difficult or painful subjects that you are going through and work out strategies and techniques to overcome them.
Do you or a loved one need more stability in your safety, relationships, or day to day life? Maybe that out-of-control urge exploded again, and you wish you could find that kind of relief without all the mess afterward. Maybe it exploded in one or more of your relationships, and you don’t know what to do, but you feel unspeakably lost or lonely about it. Maybe at times you’ve given up on life being worth living. Maybe other times you put on a game face, and folks have no idea what you're (not really), holding together. Or maybe it's your partner or kiddo going through this, and you need support yourself. I'm here to help.
Do you or a loved one need more stability in your safety, relationships, or day to day life? Maybe that out-of-control urge exploded again, and you wish you could find that kind of relief without all the mess afterward. Maybe it exploded in one or more of your relationships, and you don’t know what to do, but you feel unspeakably lost or lonely about it. Maybe at times you’ve given up on life being worth living. Maybe other times you put on a game face, and folks have no idea what you're (not really), holding together. Or maybe it's your partner or kiddo going through this, and you need support yourself. I'm here to help.
Welcome! I’m Daniel, and I’m so glad you’re here. I work queer with preteens, teens, and adults to navigate life’s challenges and achieve their unique therapeutic goals. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger, or shame; questioning your sexual identity or figuring out where you stand in your personal journey of faith; facing a life transition; or navigating family dynamics with immigrant parents as a 2nd generation Canadian—I’m here to support you. Let’s connect and explore how we can work together on your journey toward healing and growth.
Welcome! I’m Daniel, and I’m so glad you’re here. I work queer with preteens, teens, and adults to navigate life’s challenges and achieve their unique therapeutic goals. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger, or shame; questioning your sexual identity or figuring out where you stand in your personal journey of faith; facing a life transition; or navigating family dynamics with immigrant parents as a 2nd generation Canadian—I’m here to support you. Let’s connect and explore how we can work together on your journey toward healing and growth.
Life doesn’t come with a manual, and sometimes, even the strongest, most self-aware people find themselves feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. You might be navigating a challenging relationship, struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, or facing patterns that feel hard to break. Maybe you’ve tried to “figure it out” on your own—read the books, pushed through, minimized your needs—but something still feels off. That stuck feeling can be exhausting. The good news? You don’t have to face it alone.
Life doesn’t come with a manual, and sometimes, even the strongest, most self-aware people find themselves feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. You might be navigating a challenging relationship, struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, or facing patterns that feel hard to break. Maybe you’ve tried to “figure it out” on your own—read the books, pushed through, minimized your needs—but something still feels off. That stuck feeling can be exhausting. The good news? You don’t have to face it alone.
Jennifer is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). She supports adults feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or disconnected from themselves and others. Additionally she has a focus on mental health challenges including anxiety, familial/relationship conflict, interpersonal relationships, life transitions, and intergenerational issues. Jenn believes every person comes with their own unique journey, unique differences, and strengths, that should be acknowledged and celebrated.
Jennifer is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). She supports adults feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or disconnected from themselves and others. Additionally she has a focus on mental health challenges including anxiety, familial/relationship conflict, interpersonal relationships, life transitions, and intergenerational issues. Jenn believes every person comes with their own unique journey, unique differences, and strengths, that should be acknowledged and celebrated.
You may be at a point in your life when you want to look at the barriers that are getting in your way or envision a different situation than you have now. Whether you are sorting through an overwhelming life event, or are wondering why you feel a certain way, I want to understand your experience and what is important to you. It is key that you feel supported to bring forward what you want to talk about so that together we can begin to make sense of what is going on for you.
You may be at a point in your life when you want to look at the barriers that are getting in your way or envision a different situation than you have now. Whether you are sorting through an overwhelming life event, or are wondering why you feel a certain way, I want to understand your experience and what is important to you. It is key that you feel supported to bring forward what you want to talk about so that together we can begin to make sense of what is going on for you.
I am a fully Certified Play Therapist and a Certified Play Therapy Supervisor through the Canadian Association for Play Therapy. I am a Certified EMDR Therapist and work with all ages using this modality. I have over 20 years of experience in working with children, youth and families from various ethno-racial backgrounds and in various mental health settings including child welfare, hospital, school, and the community. I am a service provider for Victim Services, the Internet Child Exploitation - Counselling Program, Metis Nation of Ontario, Indigenous Services Canada, and previously for the 2-Spirited People of the First Nations.
I am a fully Certified Play Therapist and a Certified Play Therapy Supervisor through the Canadian Association for Play Therapy. I am a Certified EMDR Therapist and work with all ages using this modality. I have over 20 years of experience in working with children, youth and families from various ethno-racial backgrounds and in various mental health settings including child welfare, hospital, school, and the community. I am a service provider for Victim Services, the Internet Child Exploitation - Counselling Program, Metis Nation of Ontario, Indigenous Services Canada, and previously for the 2-Spirited People of the First Nations.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or weighed down by sadness? If you’ve experienced trauma—whether through family violence, abuse, relationship struggles, grief, or loss—you don’t have to face it alone. As a trauma-informed Clinical Social Worker, I understand how deeply these experiences can shape your emotional world and sense of safety. I work with both adults and adolescents, offering a compassionate space to explore, process, and heal. Together, we’ll create a personalized approach that honours your story, supports your well-being, and helps you move toward greater balance and resilience.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or weighed down by sadness? If you’ve experienced trauma—whether through family violence, abuse, relationship struggles, grief, or loss—you don’t have to face it alone. As a trauma-informed Clinical Social Worker, I understand how deeply these experiences can shape your emotional world and sense of safety. I work with both adults and adolescents, offering a compassionate space to explore, process, and heal. Together, we’ll create a personalized approach that honours your story, supports your well-being, and helps you move toward greater balance and resilience.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or difficulties managing school or work related stress? My focus is on providing a caring, non-judgmental and safe space for clients to share their stories and work through their challenges. I believe that there is no “one-size-fits-all” method to supporting clients, and trust the client is the expert of their own life. I also understand the importance of developing a collaborative therapeutic relationship and strive to help my clients to recognize their existing strengths, while acknowledging their unique needs, priorities and values.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or difficulties managing school or work related stress? My focus is on providing a caring, non-judgmental and safe space for clients to share their stories and work through their challenges. I believe that there is no “one-size-fits-all” method to supporting clients, and trust the client is the expert of their own life. I also understand the importance of developing a collaborative therapeutic relationship and strive to help my clients to recognize their existing strengths, while acknowledging their unique needs, priorities and values.
Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, especially when things feel overwhelming or hard to make sense of. In therapy, we will focus on what is concerning you right now, while also exploring how past experiences may be influencing present challenges, often through patterns we may not have previously noticed. With over six years of experience working with adults, young people, and families, I support clients with concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges.
Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, especially when things feel overwhelming or hard to make sense of. In therapy, we will focus on what is concerning you right now, while also exploring how past experiences may be influencing present challenges, often through patterns we may not have previously noticed. With over six years of experience working with adults, young people, and families, I support clients with concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges.
Life frequently confronts us with moments of overwhelming uncertainty, leaving us feeling stuck, anxious, and unsure about our next moves. The decision to embark on a therapeutic journey often arises from such encounters with life’s challenges. These challenges may manifest as obstacles in our daily lives or when interacting with people, and make us feel persistent anxiety, depression or perhaps just a vague sense of unease, the contemplation of something still taking form, a lingering, unarticulated question residing in our minds.
Life frequently confronts us with moments of overwhelming uncertainty, leaving us feeling stuck, anxious, and unsure about our next moves. The decision to embark on a therapeutic journey often arises from such encounters with life’s challenges. These challenges may manifest as obstacles in our daily lives or when interacting with people, and make us feel persistent anxiety, depression or perhaps just a vague sense of unease, the contemplation of something still taking form, a lingering, unarticulated question residing in our minds.
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When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
Are there specific medications for ADHD?
Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.