Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Markham, ON
Expressive Arts Therapist | Child & Adult | E/M/C
Registered Psychotherapist, ExAT, RP
Markham, ON L3P
Are you a parent of a neurodivergent child (ages 6-12) struggling with social cues or emotional meltdowns? Wish someone who "gets" your child’s unique rhythm? Or perhaps you're an adult feeling burnt out, overthinking, and seeking a creative outlet to express. My ideal clients need a therapist who adapts to them—whether through traditional talk therapy or creative expression, managing ADHD/ASD challenges, anxiety, or caregiver stress. They want to be understood in their own language and find tools to regulate emotions, build confidence, and navigate life with more ease and resilience.
Are you a parent of a neurodivergent child (ages 6-12) struggling with social cues or emotional meltdowns? Wish someone who "gets" your child’s unique rhythm? Or perhaps you're an adult feeling burnt out, overthinking, and seeking a creative outlet to express. My ideal clients need a therapist who adapts to them—whether through traditional talk therapy or creative expression, managing ADHD/ASD challenges, anxiety, or caregiver stress. They want to be understood in their own language and find tools to regulate emotions, build confidence, and navigate life with more ease and resilience.
Karrela is a Registered Clinical and School Psychologist in Ontario. Karrela has extensive experience from having served as an integral member of an interdisciplinary diagnostic team at TRC, Ministry of Children and Youth Services. Karrela is a Psychologist with the Toronto District School Board and Owner of Kids Psychological Centre (KPC) . KPC strives to support the well-being of children & adolescents by providing assessments that reveal the unique profile of each child & adolescent and recommendations, interventions, and consultation to support/enhance their every day functioning at home and school.
Karrela is a Registered Clinical and School Psychologist in Ontario. Karrela has extensive experience from having served as an integral member of an interdisciplinary diagnostic team at TRC, Ministry of Children and Youth Services. Karrela is a Psychologist with the Toronto District School Board and Owner of Kids Psychological Centre (KPC) . KPC strives to support the well-being of children & adolescents by providing assessments that reveal the unique profile of each child & adolescent and recommendations, interventions, and consultation to support/enhance their every day functioning at home and school.
Brendan | Anxiety, Depression, ADHD Support
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q)
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3R
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or chronic health conditions that affect your everyday life, career, & relationships? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, and lost just trying to get through the day? Does it feel like you are stuck, and things will never get better? If so, you are not alone. Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed by the stressors in their everyday lives. But it doesn’t have to be this way. You can live a calmer and more fulfilled life. I am committed to supporting and working alongside you and will listen, empathize, and guide you towards the process of healing.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or chronic health conditions that affect your everyday life, career, & relationships? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, and lost just trying to get through the day? Does it feel like you are stuck, and things will never get better? If so, you are not alone. Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed by the stressors in their everyday lives. But it doesn’t have to be this way. You can live a calmer and more fulfilled life. I am committed to supporting and working alongside you and will listen, empathize, and guide you towards the process of healing.
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 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.
Tamara's Piano Studio and Music Therapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP ARCT, RMT BMT, MTA NMT
Markham, ON L3T
Tamara’s Piano Studio and Music Therapy Services (TPSMTS) is a primarily pediatric, neurodiversity-affirming and embracing private practice specializing in 1:1 adapted music lessons and music therapy sessions for children, adolescents, and adults. Our team caters to the client's strengths and needs by establishing rapport, developing lasting relationships, and presuming competence at all times. We provide individualized treatment plans and interventions within a highly nurturing, motivating, and encouraging musical environment.
Tamara’s Piano Studio and Music Therapy Services (TPSMTS) is a primarily pediatric, neurodiversity-affirming and embracing private practice specializing in 1:1 adapted music lessons and music therapy sessions for children, adolescents, and adults. Our team caters to the client's strengths and needs by establishing rapport, developing lasting relationships, and presuming competence at all times. We provide individualized treatment plans and interventions within a highly nurturing, motivating, and encouraging musical environment.
With over two decades of experience in mental health and psychotherapy services, I specialize in working with tweens, teens, adults and families across a range of mental health and wellness areas including: Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Stress Management, School Based Challenges, Parenting, Relationship difficulties, etc.
With over two decades of experience in mental health and psychotherapy services, I specialize in working with tweens, teens, adults and families across a range of mental health and wellness areas including: Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Stress Management, School Based Challenges, Parenting, Relationship difficulties, etc.
Life can be difficult, unpredictable, and overwhelming at times. Therapy can assist with reestablishing and developing skills and resources to better manage and cope when facing life's challenges. I would like to help you to realize your personal goals through open communication and the establishment of a respectful therapeutic relationship. I strive to work with individuals to take full advantage of their own internal coping strategies towards achieving balance and improved quality of life. I provide psycho-educational support and supportive counselling to adolescents, adults and their families.
Life can be difficult, unpredictable, and overwhelming at times. Therapy can assist with reestablishing and developing skills and resources to better manage and cope when facing life's challenges. I would like to help you to realize your personal goals through open communication and the establishment of a respectful therapeutic relationship. I strive to work with individuals to take full advantage of their own internal coping strategies towards achieving balance and improved quality of life. I provide psycho-educational support and supportive counselling to adolescents, adults and their families.
You’re a woman in your 20s or 30s who is ready to find a therapist who truly understands your neurodivergent brain. You’ve tried therapy before, but it often felt like you were venting without making real progress. What you need is not just someone to listen — you want a therapist who will help you process your thoughts, challenge you when necessary, and hold you accountable for genuine growth. You’ve explored various approaches — meditation, journaling, breathwork, medications, and therapy TikToks — yet something still feels stuck. You’ve been feeling this way for a long time, and you’re finally ready to make lasting changes.
You’re a woman in your 20s or 30s who is ready to find a therapist who truly understands your neurodivergent brain. You’ve tried therapy before, but it often felt like you were venting without making real progress. What you need is not just someone to listen — you want a therapist who will help you process your thoughts, challenge you when necessary, and hold you accountable for genuine growth. You’ve explored various approaches — meditation, journaling, breathwork, medications, and therapy TikToks — yet something still feels stuck. You’ve been feeling this way for a long time, and you’re finally ready to make lasting changes.
I work from a strength based, insight oriented framework which offers my clients the opportunity to rediscover their self, the strengths they have but have lost the sight of or didn’t get the chance to appreciate. I work with people experiencing depression, anxiety, LD/ADHD, ASD, low self-esteem; marginalized groups, racial minorities; individuals with identity struggles; people who want to build healthy self-assertion, resilience and an improved and positive relationship with self. I believe a positive and empathic relationship with self allows us the capacity to build meaningful and healthy relationships with people around us.
I work from a strength based, insight oriented framework which offers my clients the opportunity to rediscover their self, the strengths they have but have lost the sight of or didn’t get the chance to appreciate. I work with people experiencing depression, anxiety, LD/ADHD, ASD, low self-esteem; marginalized groups, racial minorities; individuals with identity struggles; people who want to build healthy self-assertion, resilience and an improved and positive relationship with self. I believe a positive and empathic relationship with self allows us the capacity to build meaningful and healthy relationships with people around us.
Enter a place of hope, non- judgment, and solutions. I will assist you concretely, to explore issues, learn lessons, empower yourself and create the life journey of your dreams. My intervention draws upon over 30 years of clinical experience and encompasses Solution Focused, Insight Oriented, EMDR, CBT and many other proven techniques and therapeutic approaches. I am a cancer survivor and can 100% help you transform "fear" to "faith". With your physical conditions, addictions, anxiety/panic, depression, trauma, marital, divorce relationship and other issues, you will see that your past, internal dialogue, thoughts and communication skills are key.
Enter a place of hope, non- judgment, and solutions. I will assist you concretely, to explore issues, learn lessons, empower yourself and create the life journey of your dreams. My intervention draws upon over 30 years of clinical experience and encompasses Solution Focused, Insight Oriented, EMDR, CBT and many other proven techniques and therapeutic approaches. I am a cancer survivor and can 100% help you transform "fear" to "faith". With your physical conditions, addictions, anxiety/panic, depression, trauma, marital, divorce relationship and other issues, you will see that your past, internal dialogue, thoughts and communication skills are key.
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.
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.
**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!
**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!
Does it feel like ADHD is running your life? Are you always running late for things? Always procrastinating until the last minute? Does it feel like deadlines suddenly sneak up on you? Does your mind always feel like it's running on overdrive? Is it difficult to turn your mind off at night and just sleep? As someone with ADHD, I understand what it is like to feel like ADHD controls your life. Together, we can help you understand your ADHD while developing tools,& systems, and techniques to manage it better. Our sessions can bring calm back into your life & allow you to return to the things that are truly important to you.
Does it feel like ADHD is running your life? Are you always running late for things? Always procrastinating until the last minute? Does it feel like deadlines suddenly sneak up on you? Does your mind always feel like it's running on overdrive? Is it difficult to turn your mind off at night and just sleep? As someone with ADHD, I understand what it is like to feel like ADHD controls your life. Together, we can help you understand your ADHD while developing tools,& systems, and techniques to manage it better. Our sessions can bring calm back into your life & allow you to return to the things that are truly important to you.
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.
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.
Dr. Ayelet Lahat is a clinical psychologist specializing in services for children and adolescents. Services provided include psychological assessment, consultation, and evidence-based therapy with children, adolescents, and their caregivers for a wide range of mental health concerns. Her approach to treatment is driven by curiosity and empathy, mainly using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). She uses interventions that are developed collaboratively with clients and focus on a therapeutic relationship that fosters mental wellness.
Dr. Ayelet Lahat is a clinical psychologist specializing in services for children and adolescents. Services provided include psychological assessment, consultation, and evidence-based therapy with children, adolescents, and their caregivers for a wide range of mental health concerns. Her approach to treatment is driven by curiosity and empathy, mainly using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). She uses interventions that are developed collaboratively with clients and focus on a therapeutic relationship that fosters mental wellness.
Dealing with life’s challenges can be difficult and overwhelming. There are times when you have limited resources and capacities to navigate through the various emotions, thoughts, and situations that arise, which impact each facet of your life. It takes great courage to acknowledge these struggles and seek out support. Engaging in therapy can help you gain insight on the complexities of your difficulties, provide you with the tools and guidance to better cope with them, and achieve positive change and well-being.
Dealing with life’s challenges can be difficult and overwhelming. There are times when you have limited resources and capacities to navigate through the various emotions, thoughts, and situations that arise, which impact each facet of your life. It takes great courage to acknowledge these struggles and seek out support. Engaging in therapy can help you gain insight on the complexities of your difficulties, provide you with the tools and guidance to better cope with them, and achieve positive change and well-being.
I am not what has happened to me; I am what I choose to become" -Carl Jung. If you are stuck in the “I wish things had been different” mode,” and feel like there is little hope for change in your life; therapy provides an avenue to be heard, to grieve, to discover acceptance, and create a new future right now, as we work together to formulate small but consistent steps in the present. I believe that each person is unique and brings individualized strengths and skills to forge new paths in their lives and in their relationships. Together, we can reach your goals.
I am not what has happened to me; I am what I choose to become" -Carl Jung. If you are stuck in the “I wish things had been different” mode,” and feel like there is little hope for change in your life; therapy provides an avenue to be heard, to grieve, to discover acceptance, and create a new future right now, as we work together to formulate small but consistent steps in the present. I believe that each person is unique and brings individualized strengths and skills to forge new paths in their lives and in their relationships. Together, we can reach your goals.
I am a registered psychotherapist currently working as a child and family therapist. I hold an undergraduate degree in Psychology from York University and completed my graduate studies in Clinical Counselling at Tyndale University, with a focus on family work. Throughout my experience with diverse individuals and communities, I’ve developed a personalized approach that considers each person’s unique background and circumstances. I am specialized working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, family conflict, ADHD, couple relationship and eating disorders. I provide services in English and Korean.
I am a registered psychotherapist currently working as a child and family therapist. I hold an undergraduate degree in Psychology from York University and completed my graduate studies in Clinical Counselling at Tyndale University, with a focus on family work. Throughout my experience with diverse individuals and communities, I’ve developed a personalized approach that considers each person’s unique background and circumstances. I am specialized working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, family conflict, ADHD, couple relationship and eating disorders. I provide services in English and Korean.
Life has a way of piling up—relationships, emotions, responsibilities—and suddenly, things that once felt manageable can start to feel overwhelming. You don’t have to figure it all out on your own. I offer a space where you can slow down, explore what’s really going on, and start making sense of things in a way that feels right for you.
Life has a way of piling up—relationships, emotions, responsibilities—and suddenly, things that once felt manageable can start to feel overwhelming. You don’t have to figure it all out on your own. I offer a space where you can slow down, explore what’s really going on, and start making sense of things in a way that feels right for you.
Schurmann Counselling & Life Coaching
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3P
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.
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.
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Education and Learning Disabilities Counsellors
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.