Therapists in Markham, ON

Do you feel trapped in unwanted emotional cycles? Are you struggling to maintain good mental health and thriving relationships? I have a gentle yet straightforward, client-centred approach to counselling. My areas of interest include cross-cultural counselling, managing stress, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief and loss, relational dynamics, and debriefing painful or traumatic events.

“When you create a difference in someone’s life, you not only impact their life, you impact everyone influenced by them throughout their entire lifetime. No act is ever too small. One by one, that is how to make an ocean rise.’’ - Danielle Doby. I believe that your mental health is the vehicle by which you navigate life successfully; and, as a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, with a Master of Social Work, I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals and families, experiencing mental health issues as a result of current crises or cycles of unresolved generational trauma.

"Seeking positive change? it's all in the process." I am Kristina and I have over a decade of experience working with diverse individuals, children/youth and families who have experienced trauma, anxious feelings, family and relationship conflict, bullying, crisis, life transitions and the daily stress of life. I support individuals through depression, various forms of anxiety in a client-centered approach. Sessions are not just talk therapy but a holistic service wherein supporting goals such as coping strategies, moving you forward, living a balanced life and resilience are the focus to empower positive change.

At Atia Counselling Group, we specialize in helping you face challenges in your private and professional life. We can help if you have personal issues such as anxiety, anger, addiction, depression, suicide ideation, PTSD, trauma, and life transitions, to name a few. If you are facing problems with your loved ones: partners, family members, children, or teens - we understand where you are and are ready to help get you unstuck.

I am a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist with a degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Social Work. I specialize in mental health and health, and I have 7 years of clinical experience providing therapy to adults, adolescents, children, couples and families who are faced with anxiety, depression, stress, interpersonal difficulties, trauma, mood dysregulation and much more. I understand the connection between the human mind and behaviours, and complex aspects of social development. There are potential explanations for our unhealthy thoughts and unhelpful behaviours which may be rooted in our social environments.

Having been through my own healing journey, I understand that seeking help and talking to a stranger can be difficult and overwhelming. In our time together, our therapeutic relationship is my priority and I offer a calm, non-judgmental, and trauma-sensitive space for you to share your story while gently supporting you to reach your desired outcomes.

My name is Amna and I am a psychotherapist (Qualifying). I aim to learn and gain experience in providing spiritually integrated therapy to clients and provide a safe and accepting environment. Many years of learning in Mental Health have taught me that some struggles are explicit while some are implicit. Therefore, judging the person overtly does not tell the entire story. Hence, accept people for who there are. Self-acceptance, self-compassion, and self-care are essential for personal growth.

Welcome. If you have landed here you are considering support as you navigate the challenges you are currently experiencing. In my psychotherapy practice, I support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, motor vehicle trauma, and complex mental health and addictions. I am trained in using Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Brief Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.

As a counsellor, life coach and ADHD specialist, I draw on extensive experience to customize treatment that address each client’s mental, emotional, spiritual, relational and social needs. Unlike many counsellors who only focus on life issues, my expertise in life coaching is an additional specialty that benefits clients. My proven counselling techniques and practical life coaching tools provide quick results and equip clients with the know-how to self-manage their lives more effectively. I found that the majority of people need life skills training, whether it’s dealing with stress, anger or looking to improve their relationships.

Elle is committed to helping clients heal. She works from various modalities to help integrate various aspects of the personality to overcome a variety of issues such as addiction, anxiety, depression, personality issues, relationship issues and chronic pain. Elle's ultimate goal is to assist others to use their inner wisdom to make changes that promote lasting happiness and authentic power.

Mental health is a process you adopt and use in the pursuit of your chosen goals.” With my knowledge, experience and zeal to endlessly advance in the field of Psychology, I aspire to bring a positive change in the life of one and many. With my extensive experience in therapy with adults, adolescents and children, I strive to provide a safe place for clients to express themselves honestly, get to understand their true feelings, and create a therapeutic journey towards healing with all my clients.

Dr. Sonia Dhawan is a registered Clinical Psychologist licensed to practice in the Province of Ontario since 2000. She has a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. Her office is located in Markham, but she provides virtual services to individuals throughout Ontario. Dr. Dhawan sees individuals from a broad range of ages, from adolescents to the elderly.

Kaitlin has over 13 years of experience supporting families, youths and children with behavioural issues, Anxiety, ADD, ADHD, Autism, Brain injuries, developmental disabilities, depression, eating disorder, Anorexia, self-harm, bipolar, suicidal ideation, parenting issues, separation anxiety, social anxiety, etc. Over the years, Kaitlin has created and run programs to help children and youth with behavioural disorders not only learn ways of dealing with everyday struggles but also enhance social skills and manage behaviour. Kaitlin has experience working collaboratively in teams both in community agencies and Schools.

Hi! I am so glad that you are here. The decision to begin therapy is often the first step towards positive change, improved relationships and feeling better. Are you moving into new roles and responsibilities and finding it difficult to cope? Have you been impacted by something painful and feel you need a place to process this? Do you have a child or teen with anxiety, ADHD, anger, or OCD and want to arm them with skills to crush these issues? Could you use an expert opinion on what you’re going through, or a non-judgemental ear just to listen? If you answered yes to any of the above, therapy together may be a wonderful fit for you!

Mehdi Lotfalizadeh (M.Sc., C.Psych.) received his master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Iran Medical Sciences University in 1991. He worked as a clinical psychologist in Iran till 2000. His practice included providing psychological services in rehabilitation centres with pain patients, Cognitive-Behavioral therapy with emotional disorders, parenting and behavioral management workshops for parents. He also worked as an instructor in various universities in Iran, completed several research projects and presented at many conferences.

Are you feeling enough is enough? Are you feeling it’s time for you to get unstuck of your problem? Are you looking forward to change? Are you looking forward to finding a solution to your current situation?

I am a full professor of psychology and a registered psychotherapist (Qualifying), experienced in assessment and treatment of individuals with problems such as attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, overthinking, anger management, traumatic experiences, stress management, couples and partners with conflicts, pre-marriage and marriage counseling, relationship problems and breakup, parent education (positive effective parenting), parent-teen challenges, game management, child through divorce, personality problems, and lack of self-esteem and self-confidence. I do personality assessments.

Perhaps you’re here searching for growth or change in your life, your career, your relationships, or managing challenging situations. Together, I’m confident that we can thoroughly explore your motivation for growth and implement strategies to live your best life. My name is Brad Young, and I am a Master of Social Work (MSW) and a Registered Social Worker (RSW). I have been providing counseling within hospital and community settings in Toronto and Vancouver for 12 years in following areas: adult and youth mental health, developmental disabilities, medicine, maternity, oncology, intensive care unit (ICU), and palliative care.

Anujah is a Registered Psychotherapist, who has worked with children, adolescents aged 13 -19 & adults of various ages, and cultures in different settings, including: hospitals, non-profit organizations, private practice, and schools. She holds a Masters in Clinical Psychology and has been practicing for 7 years in the province of Ontario. Over the years Anujah has worked closely with clients struggling with addictions, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, chronic stress, anger management, life transitions, marital counselling, relationship navigation, parental guidance, and childhood trauma.