Family Therapy in Markham, ON

“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.

I specialize in helping people who are facing challenges in their personal and professional lives. I can help if you are having personal issues or if you're facing issues with your loved ones (partner, family member, or children). I can also help if you are dissatisfied or feeling overwhelmed at work. I also can help if you are stressed about a change that is happening in your life. My 15 years in the mental health and counselling fields have allowed me to successfully help many people with a variety of issues and backgrounds. I excel in helping people help themselves.

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

At Emmaus Counselling we build healthy relationships through individual, couple and family therapy .

Children of immigrants have the unique experience of being brought up in a different country than their parents. Due to the cultural contrasts, you may have different values from your family as well. Confusion, guilt, and anger are just a few feelings that children of immigrants go through, while trying to balance their inner and outer worlds. Your complex feelings and experiences may create issues related to anxiety, depression, or stress which can be difficult to navigate on your own. However, with therapy you do not have to take on these challenges alone.

Specializing in sex counseling. Occasionally all relationships experience a period of stress. That can feel threatening and overwhelming. Whether you feel disconnected, have communication difficulties or have a reason to think your relationship may be over, I can assist you navigate your way back to safety and comfort. I offer a complete array of services to manage your relationships. Among those Premarital Counseling, Marital Counseling, Sex Therapy and Family Mediation Services. My approach tends to be direct, making the most out of each session. I only use methods that have been shown to be effective.

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.

Do you feel stuck? Feeling that you've just been "surviving" rather than thriving? Perhaps you have been taking care of so many others' needs for so long that you're unsure what you yourself need or want? Today - you have taken the first step to getting your life back. Together, we can explore and unpack your life experiences, offer understanding , and discover ways to help you be free from the patterns of chaos to live a more fruitful life. Psychotherapy can promote healing, resiliency, and self-empowerment.

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.

"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.

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.

Counselling is you giving yourself an opportunity to heal. Doing anything new is often scary and you may feel hesitant in taking this step. I would like to support you in taking this step to allow yourself the opportunity to build insight and heal from trauma, or create boundaries in overly challenging and complex relationships. I use a collaborative approach with the use of Cognitive-Behaviourial Therapy (CBT), Strength-Based and Solution-Focused Therapy that is culturally sensitive to offer the support you desire in-order to move towards your goal to have the life and relationships that you desire.

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.

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.