Therapists in Markham, ON

I approach the therapeutic process with the understanding that most of us have experienced some form of struggle or loss. Some of us carry past trauma and anxieties that can get in the way of achieving our goals, and living a rich, meaningful life. Sometimes even if we have the answers and “tools”, we can find it hard to implement long-term change and make difficult decisions. Family and friends may not fully understand what we're going through. We may fear judgment, or worry that our "stuff" would be a burden to others.

I offer psychoeducational/psychological assessments for a variety of concerns (e.g., ADHD, learning disabilities, mental health disorders, ASD). I have received extensive training in DBT and CBT. I use a strength-based approach to treatment that is targeted, collaborative, individualized, flexible, and inclusive. Therapy is a safe space, and I welcome clients with diverse gender identities, sexual orientations, and racial and cultural backgrounds. I have an ongoing curiosity to learn and grow as a clinician and continually strive to refine my knowledge of evidence based treatment modalities to best meet the needs of my clients.

I offer remote psychotherapy to help you manage any arising issues and provide you with comforting space while we explore the possibility to restore balance in your life. If you are struggling emotionally, these exceptional times are an opportunity to discover what may be blocking your bliss and mental well-being. Together we'll find the way how to support and help you understand your thoughts and feelings or to better your relationship dynamics.

We are all complex beings filled with fine details that form our bigger self. With the help of therapy, these different pieces of us can be acknowledged, assembled, and stitched together to create a beautiful and functional whole, a masterpiece which we are proud of. I’d like to join you, for as long as you like, on creating this quilt, without letting any of your pieces lose their distinct characteristics and meaning.

I believe the mind and the brain work together. It is indispensable to understand one in order to understand the other. Like the awe when observe a plant to grow from a seed to full blossom, I found myself being attracted to the unfolding or the development of the self, personality, and various abilities by the nurturing of families, schooling and society under the vehicle of the football-size organ: the brain. I find psychological assessment a valuable tool for scientific measurements, and therapy a gift for healing the heart, trauma and broken 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.

People come to me seeking help with their mood, difficult life circumstances, their marriages or their children's difficulties. I have extensive experience and training in couples and family work, mood disorders, trauma, adjusting to chronic illness/injury, child acting out problems, grief and loss and neurodiverse populations (ADHD, LD and brain injury/conditions).

Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost, stuck, down, anxious, stressed, or seeking answers? Would you like to improve your health and well-being and create deeper healing, improved relationships, lasting change, and transformation in your life? Perhaps you find yourself lacking time, focus, energy, drive, connection, and have no idea how to start improving things. We all have times in life when we may feel this way. With everything going on in the world these days, it's not easy to not feel this way. But you can finally stop trying to do it all alone now. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer support.

My goal in therapy is to engage in a collaborative relationship that is focused on what you need from therapy. I see you as the expert of yourself and I work with you to facilitate a process of discovery, finding out what you need and using my expertise to help you meet some of those needs. Essentially, my aim in therapy is for you to feel better than you feel now. If you are exhausted, can't do this on your own, and ready for some change in your life then I invite you to contact me today.

No Waiting List, Quick Response. Do you feel anxious and frustrated when things do not work out? Do you have a hard time, you may feel lonely and isolated, and you don’t know who can you turn to? Do you have a safe and non-judgmental space to work with these emotions and challenges? It always takes encouragement and confidence to deal with these, and I believe my skills and experiences could empower you to work through these difficulties to make positive changes together. As a member of Hopewoods Psychotherapy, we aim to provide professional mental health services for the Chinese community in Toronto.

I have pain, but I am not my pain. I have a story, but I am not my story. I feel stuck, but I can take a step. I feel everyone's star should shine brightly and everyone has something to offer. I am a Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Life Coach and Spiritual Director. I am also a Hypnotherapy and NLP practitioner and have a background in Sound Healing. I specialize in Spiritual Psychotherapy, which focuses on the mind, body, emotions and spirit, and offer a holistic and existential perspective.

MA, MSW, RSW with specialization in health and mental health from U of T. For over 28 years I have supported individuals, families in organizational settings and in private practice. I have helped individuals, couples, and families facing issues including situational stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relational difficulties, grief, parenting, and marital conflict. My areas of expertise include Autism Spectrum Disorders and related learning differences. I treat individuals with or without a formal diagnosis who share features associated with ASD and struggle with isolation, interpersonal difficulties, anxiety and depressed mood and employment challenges. Services are tailored to address individuals' specific needs.

New clients welcome. When you're going through a loss, experiencing grief or a change of circumstances, life can feel harder than it once was, making it difficult to cope and adjust. You may feel overwhelmed, “down”, anxious, and alone if your relationships, working life or other aspects of your life have changed unexpectedly or no longer satisfy you as they once did. You may also be confused if the loss or change was expected and anticipated, but the experience of it is different or harder than you thought it would be. It can feel like no one sees or understands your struggles, but there is hope.

If you are worried your relationship has reached a point of no return. If worry, Anxiety, Stress, or Depression is taking over your life or chipping away at your ability to cope. If anger is turning you into that person you do not recognize anymore. Maybe you are struggling with keeping everyone happy, or you are simply looking for refuge from spiritual burnout, you do not have to do it alone, I can help. Speaking with a trusted counsellor could help share the burden, and open new perspectives. You can still find healing and take charge of your life. I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families

I am a warm psychotherapist who will listen to your concerns, support you emotionally and help you develop the best solution for your problems.

Life handed me lemons. Can I "make lemonade "? ​Yes, you can. You have what it takes! As a therapist I'm of the belief that we have the internal resources to be able to generate positivity and resilience to bring us through tough times. I am here to guide.