Family Therapy in Markham, ON

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Biranavi Thayananthan
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Is your child going through a turbulent time, having school issues or social anxiety? Is your family going through separation, divorce, workplace stress, death in the family or financial issues? Has your little one experienced adverse childhood experiences like trauma, abuse, death of a pet or loved one, extreme stress, social isolation, bullying, etc.? I can help. I support infants, children, and families. I utilize critical intervention strategies, to help children and families navigate turbulent periods, so that the child’s development is not hampered, and to ensure that your infant/ child develop into a healthy secure adult.
(289) 271-1712
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Markham, ON L3R
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Helen Elraheb
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Over 15 years of clinical social work experience working with diverse populations, children, adolescents, adults; individual, family , group and couple therapy. Focus on mental health and well being, specifically addressing anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, problem-solving, decision making, time management, and organizational skills.
(647) 957-8980
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Markham, ON L3R
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Lindo Bloom Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I specialize in working through stress, anxiety, depression, family conflict, health-related anxiety, aging, living with chronic and complex diagnosis, grief, and loss.
“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.
(289) 278-6930
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Markham, ON L3R
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Atia Counselling Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
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.
(289) 301-7861
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Markham, ON L3R
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Mya Moran
Registered Psychotherapist, HBSc, MDiv
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
My areas of expertise are working with adults, young adults, youths and families with: anxiety related disorders, chronic pain and illnesses, trauma, infertility, pregnancy loss, family planning, postpartum mental health, grief/loss, relationship issues (individual only), family conflict and transitions.
Life is in a constant state of change. How do you navigate a world that is constantly changing? Are you waiting for things to be a certain way to be happy? If this resonates with you, you are not alone. My role is to meet you where you are at in life through an integrative lens, creating a safe space for you to explore, moving at your own pace. I believe in honouring the whole person in a client-centered approach supporting your authentic self, helping to identify your resiliency and strengths.
(647) 371-0988
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Markham, ON L3R
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Farzaneh Yazdani
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD , MA , RP
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Deciding to make a change requires lots of courage. It requires even more courage and effort to take the first steps towards it. And the fact that you are here reading these lines means that you have already started your journey and I can assist you with the rest. I have several years experience of working in the mental health area and a vast theoretical knowledge of multiple modalities in therapy. In addition to my private practice I also work in the Family Services York Region (FSYR) as a psychotherapist where I work with individuals (including adults, youths, and children), couples, and families and run various groups.
(647) 557-6414
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Markham, ON L3T
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Fal Desai Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Since many children have difficulty expressing themselves verbally, I incorporate therapeutic play with evidence-based models (Play Therapy, CBT, Trauma Focused CBT, Family Therapy ) to meet the needs of each child based on age, interests, and treatment needs.
I work with children and adolescents 4-12 years of age who are experiencing difficult life situations such as anxiety, divorce/separation, loss, trauma, anger, school issues, poor self-esteem. I also provide a parent-based treatment called SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) for children and adolescents with anxiety and OCD. Parent consultations also provided.
(289) 210-7310
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Markham, ON L3P
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Kristina Jagassar
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MDiv, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I utilize a combination of therapeutic modalities and techniques including CBT, Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Family Systems and Attachment Theory to guide my practice.
"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.
(289) 768-8744
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Markham, ON L3P
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Brittany Marshall And Associates
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
We provide individual, couples & family therapy to children (5+), youth & adults over the PHONE or through VIDEO throughout Ontario.
**ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS! We all experience difficulties in our lives & need a caring professional on our side! Booking a therapy session can help to reduce feelings of sadness, loneliness, stress, anxiety & overwhelm. We can help to enhance your toolbox of coping skills that you use to deal with your current thoughts/feelings & help you deal with daily challenges. We can also help to provide you with a sense of purpose, confidence & self efficacy. We take a warm, non-judgmental, collaborative & strengths-based approach to help you tap into your inner resources & ultimately help you become the best version of yourself!
(289) 806-0876
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Markham, ON L3R
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Hiranmayi Krishnan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MSc , RP(Q)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
So, if you, your child/Teen or your family is struggling with making behavioural changes or whatever is going on in your life/ family right now, you do not have to do it alone.
Hiranmayi has over 9 years of experience supporting Individuals, families, youths and children with behavioural issues, ADHD, Anxiety, ADD, Autism, developmental disabilities, depression, eating disorder, Suicidal ideations, Anorexia, self-harm, bipolar, parenting issues, separation anxiety, social anxiety, etc. Over the years, Hiranmayi has created programs to help children, youths and adults with behavioural disorders not only learn ways of dealing with everyday struggles but also enhance social skills and manage behaviour. Hiranmayi has experience working collaboratively in teams both in community agencies and School boards.
(289) 536-5025
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Markham, ON L3R
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Tammy Scanlan
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
For nearly 20 years, I have had the privilege of counselling children, youth, adults and families to support overall coping, resiliency, positive change, healing and growth. I have provided counselling in various settings to support clients with issues related to stress, anxiety, anger, depression, sexuality, self-esteem, communication, family and relationship dynamics, as well as traumatic life experiences.
(289) 272-7424 x1
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Markham, ON L6B
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Maanya Khanna
Registered Psychotherapist, RP(Q)
Verified
Verified
In therapy, we work together in a safe environment to discuss problems that you may not feel comfortable sharing with family or friends.
If you are in the helping profession or a student planning to enter this field and you're struggling to cope with a major life transition or sudden change, high stress levels, burn-out, out-of-control emotions, your relationships with others or yourself, I can help.
(647) 277-5134
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Markham, ON L3R
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Veronica Lok
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP, CMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Veronica is a registered psychotherapist, a registered marriage and family therapist , a certified sex therapist, a clinical traumatologist, and a compassion fatigue specialist.
Veronica's counselling approach is to provide a secured, comfortable, empathic, understanding and confidential environment for clients to express their personal issues. She uses eclectic counselling models such as family systems therapy, brief solution focused therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, narrative therapy, art therapy, emotional focused therapy etc., to counsel clients.
(844) 334-1919
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Markham, ON L3R
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Wendy Gage
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
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).
(289) 312-3145
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Markham, ON L3R
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Winnie Lai
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP, CCFT, RMFT
Verified
Verified
Stress, anxiety and depression can be overwhelming, let me walk with you. Mood Disorders, Eating Disorders, OCD, loss and grief, trauma, boundaries, life transition and relationships issues, let's learn how to handle these. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate and supportive environment where you can have the opportunity to learn coping strategies, explore different perspectives and be able to build on your strength. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (RP), a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist (RMFT) and a Certified Couple and Family Therapist (CCFT). I am a Approved Supervisor with CRPO, AAMFT, OAMFT and CAMFT.
(855) 464-6794
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Markham, ON L3R
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Sofia Dawoodjee
Psychiatric Nurse, MEd
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
It could be a struggle with a mental illness, a situational crisis, relationship or interpersonal challenges, family issues, medical ailments, or stress.
Life can be stressful, overwhelming and very unpredictable. Every day can seem like a struggle and feel very lonely, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Share your thoughts and feelings in a safe space without judgment, and with someone who can understand the struggles your experiencing. Self-discovery, learning ways to cope, and gaining alternative perspectives can be very beneficial to your growth and understanding as an individual. Make the first step to improve your health and well-being.
(289) 276-8028
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Markham, ON L3P
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Sheida Bamdad
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I am a registered social worker and a certified couple and family therapist , with over 12 years of experience in counseling, and psychotherapy. I provide counseling to people who are struggling with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges, and relationship or sexual issues. I provide therapy to people who are struggling with anger, grief, depression, anxiety, confusion, and trauma as well as marriage, parenting, school or work, and/or settlement Issues. Together we will gently clarify what you need, and I utilize my knowledge and skills to help guide you towards living the rich, full, and meaningful life that you hope for.
(289) 276-6984
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Markham, ON L3T
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Nastaran Adibrad Ph.d Registered Psychotherapist
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, RP, CCCP, OAMHP, EMDR
Verified
Verified
Nastaran Adibrad, Ph.D. is a Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Canadian Counsellour and Psychotherapist (CCCP) with a specialty in Couple and Family Therapy and 17 years experience. She received her undergraduate degree, B.A in psychotherapy from Esfahan University in 1992, M.A In Psychotherapy from Allameh Tabatabaee University in 1998. She got her Ph.D in psychotherapy from Teacher Training University of Iran in 2004. From 1996 to 2008, she taught at Psychology and Educational Science Department at Esfahan University and Shahid Beheshti University where she had an opportunity to educate many B.A and M.A's students in Iran
(647) 800-9997
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Markham, ON L3T
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Niki Prespakis-Arfo
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, OAMHP
Verified
Verified
Sometimes all we want is to be heard, to have someone fully present for us. We experience this from family and friends but there is always an underlying judgement or opinion that direct us where we may not want to go. A lot of times talking to a stranger sounds like an intrusive or uncomfortable situation to be in, but I can assure you once you get past the first fearful step, you will learn that it's a form of self care that will stay with you for a lifetime.
(647) 370-3787
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Markham, ON L6B
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Yasmin R Singh
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
When we care for our mind, we are also caring for our bodies, soul, spirituality, friends and family . Sometimes things can be challenging, but you are not alone. Mental health psychotherapy and counselling sessions are available in person, online, and by phone. Connect now for a session and/or 15 minute free consultation.
(437) 747-3941
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Markham, ON L3S
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Family Therapy Counsellors

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.