Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Markham, ON
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Saed Ahmadi (Ph.d.)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), PhD, Oamhp, layt, CRPO
Verified
Verified
The people who come to me have a wide range of emotional and communication issues. Of course, some of my clients want to strengthen their mental condition such as self-confidence, overcoming anger, overcoming negative thoughts and so on. My specialty is helping and supporting them, and I have done so for many years. I mostly use CBT,
mindfulness
, yoga therapy and hypnotherapy to help my clients.

Farzaneh Yazdani
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD , MA , RP
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I have been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method,
Mindfulness
-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused/Brief Therapy, Triple P, and Feminist Psychotherapy.
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.

Lisa Marie- (no waitlist)
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My theoretical orientation includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy,
Mindfulness
Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
As a psychotherapist, my goal is to create a space that is safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental for you to explore any challenges you may be facing. I aim to build a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients, while working collaboratively to help you reach your goals and needs. Together, we can find strategies and tools that can help increase your ability to cope, heal, and grow. Some of my areas of focus include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, grief, substance use, self-harm, anger, stress management, and relationship issues. Sessions are offered for adolescents (14+), adults, and couples.

Laird Zhou
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, (Cand)
Verified
Verified
My therapeutic modalities include:
Mindfulness
-based Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, and Psychoanalysis.
We go through different seasons in our life physically and metaphorically. I see myself as an emotional companion to my client's journey through their most challenging seasons. My goal is to support you through the winters of your life, and even inspire you to enjoy them! My therapeutic approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, culturally-inclusive, LGBTQ2S+ allied, body and sex positive, nonjudgmental, and strength-based, as to ensure that you feel safe enough to be yourself. I see healing as a creative, personal, and non-linear process in which we gain insight over our lived experiences.

Elle Norine Bradley
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified
Verified
Her use of
mindfulness
strategies helps to promote inner peace and lasting change.
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.

Nicole MacLeod
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), HBA, HBEd, MACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you or does your child suffer with ADHD or are you concerned that they may have a learning/intellectual disability and are not sure what steps to take? Have you suffered trauma or abuse and are trying to cope? Do you feel anxious, depressed or lost and feel hopeless? Do you struggle with conflict resolution and interpersonal relationships? Are you interested in CBT,
Mindfulness
based approaches to therapy including meditation, breathing techniques and art therapy? If this sounds familiar, please reach out and feel confident that you will be seen and heard.

Lara Korh
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified
Verified
To support my holistic approach, I draw on both traditional psychotherapeutic modalities and on the unique and often powerful contributions of
mindfulness
, body psychotherapy and energy healing techniques.
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.

Christina Skoulos
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, TCHt, CFRC, RKin, RYT
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
As a Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Kinesiologist, Hypnotherapy Trainer, NLP & Timeline Therapy Master Practitioner and Coach, my approach strives in helping to support and heal the entire individual in a natural, holistic and integrative way using tools such as
mindfulness
, energy psychology, spirituality, hypnotherapy, movement & more.
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.

Jennifer Muir
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I practice from a trauma-informed perspective and have trained in DBT, CBT,
Mindfulness
–Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), EFT, IPT and ACT.
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.

Bennett & Associates - Lisa M. Bennett
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
Verified
The therapies I use include Emotion-Focused - helps you identify, express, regulate, make sense of and transform emotion,
Mindfulness
Cognitive-Behavioural - helps you observe and reflect on thoughts and feelings without judgment, and Dialectical Behaviour - helps you accept your situation and improve your emotional regulation through problem-solving strategies.
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.

Elizabeth Eichler
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MSc, BSc, CCTS-I
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am trained in various modalities but draw mainly from my training in Trauma-Informed, Strengths-Based,
Mindfulness
-Based approaches, as well as Cognitive-Behavioural and Dialectical-Behavioural Therapy.
Have you found yourself consistently anxious, unable to relax, or lacking control over your emotions? Are you having difficulty coping with stress in a healthy manner? We cannot control all aspects of life, but we can make stress more manageable. My goal is to work together to develop the necessary skills and mindset changes to manage the issues in your life. I will help you become more mindful of the mind and body connection and how it affects you personally. With this knowledge, and through a holistic lens, we will then create goals and help you form skills to fit your personal needs and desired therapeutic outcomes.
Markham, ON L3R
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Anujah Posarajah
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc
Verified
Verified
Anujah's work is anchored in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) however, she enjoys incorporating Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), solution focused, attachment based theories, trauma focused therapy, and
mindfulness
in her practice.
Life & relationships can be very challenging, especially when stressors get in the way of us reaching our full potential. Through therapy one can gain skills to navigate these difficult times. Anujah is a Registered Psychotherapist. She holds a Masters in Clinical Psychology and has experience working with adolescents aged 13 -19 & adults of various ages, and cultures in hospitals & communities. Over the years Anujah has worked closely with clients struggling with addictions, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, chronic stress, anger management, parental guidance, and childhood trauma.
Nabeela Marzook
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
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.

Sylvia Sikakane and Associates
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Research-informed approaches include CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, The Gottman Method to couple therapy, and
Mindfulness
.
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.

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.
Not accepting new clients

Martin Chan
Counsellor, MA, BSc, CHT
Verified
Verified
The counselling and therapeutic techniques utilized include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Research-Based Positive Psychology, EMDR, EFT, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Hypnotherapy,&
Mindfulness
-Based Therapy.
If you are experiencing anxiety, constant worries, fears and phobias, low-mood, stress, grief, insomnia, low self-esteem, school & career-related issues etc., my person-centered approach can help you work on your issues in a constructive way to guide you towards happiness, emotional health and well-being improvement. As a Counsellor, Mental Health Consultant, Clinical Hypnotherapist, & Certified Advanced EFT Practitioner. I incorporate a number of counselling and therapeutic techniques for an effective treatment outcome.

Sheida Bamdad
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
My practice primarily draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotional Focused Therapy, Attachment and
Mindfulness
Theories as well as other research-based treatment approaches to work with individulas, couples and families.
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.

Megha Agnihotri
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
My treatment modalities include:
Mindfulness
Meditation, Somatic Approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Narrative Therapy.
I believe that to feel deeply is what makes us human and that we all can benefit from shining light on areas that need more love and compassion on our healing journey. As a first-generation Canadian, I hold space for discussing identity from a strengths-based approach and a critical lens to create new insights into experiences with relationships, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, mood/stress, trauma, and life transitions.

Ambrose Ty
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MDiv, MSc
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have received training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for individuals, couples, and families, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Trauma-sensitive Therapies, and
Mindfulness
-based Therapies to better help individuals from a diverse population of culture, age, and walks of life.
Marriage or trauma, depression or anxiety; seeking help when you are feeling stuck is difficult but necessary in your first step towards change. By equipping yourself with tools that you can add to your "toolbox" of life, you will find ways to overcome difficult situations which can guide you to growth, change or healing. As a registered psychotherapist (RP), my specialty is working with those who have experienced trauma, couples who are experiencing marital difficulties, and individuals that are struggling through mental health issues, especially youth.

Koon-Chee Grace Chan
Registered Psychotherapist, MSocSc, RSW, RP
Verified
Verified
Having a passion for Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and
Mindfulness
, she uses these therapeutic approaches effectively to work with clients who experience emotional distress, such as depression and anxiety.
Ms. Koon-chee Grace Chan (preferred to be called Grace) received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and her Master's degree in Counselling from the University of South Australia. She is a Registered Psychotherapist and Registered Social Worker in Ontario and is an experienced mental health practitioner. She obtained an Advanced Certificate of Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Complex Disorders from the University of Toronto and is a member of the Canadian Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Association.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counsellors
How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.