Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Mississauga, ON
As a trauma therapist, I understand the profound impact that trauma, abuse, and divorce can have on individuals and families. These experiences can leave lasting imprints, but they do not have to define your future. I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to your unique needs.
I am trained in EMDR and work from an attachment-informed lens, recognizing how early relationships shape safety, connection, and emotional regulation. Together, we gently explore how past experiences may influence present challenges such as anxiety, emotional distress, or relationship difficulties.
As a trauma therapist, I understand the profound impact that trauma, abuse, and divorce can have on individuals and families. These experiences can leave lasting imprints, but they do not have to define your future. I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to your unique needs.
I am trained in EMDR and work from an attachment-informed lens, recognizing how early relationships shape safety, connection, and emotional regulation. Together, we gently explore how past experiences may influence present challenges such as anxiety, emotional distress, or relationship difficulties.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck trying to balance the many roles and expectations in your life? Perhaps you're navigating a major life transition, struggling with your relationships, or trying to make sense of who you are amidst cultural, family, or societal pressures. You may feel disconnected from yourself, uncertain about your next steps, or caught between different versions of who you feel you should be. Deep down, you're looking for greater clarity, grounding, connection, and a way of moving through life that feels more authentic and aligned with who you are.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck trying to balance the many roles and expectations in your life? Perhaps you're navigating a major life transition, struggling with your relationships, or trying to make sense of who you are amidst cultural, family, or societal pressures. You may feel disconnected from yourself, uncertain about your next steps, or caught between different versions of who you feel you should be. Deep down, you're looking for greater clarity, grounding, connection, and a way of moving through life that feels more authentic and aligned with who you are.
I've helped teens, young adults, older couples, and families overcome problem areas and toxic cycles through clear communication, positive behaviours, and genuine emotional expression.
Do you and your partner feel stuck in the same arguments or struggling to reconnect after trust has been broken? Are parenting stresses or family conflict leaving you feeling overwhelmed and alone? Many couples and families long for closeness but find themselves caught in cycles of distance, tension, or hurt. I specialize in helping couples rebuild trust, strengthen communication, and create safety in their relationships. Together, we’ll slow down these patterns, understand each person’s needs, and develop healthier ways of connecting so that you can move toward greater intimacy, balance, and resilience.
I've helped teens, young adults, older couples, and families overcome problem areas and toxic cycles through clear communication, positive behaviours, and genuine emotional expression.
Do you and your partner feel stuck in the same arguments or struggling to reconnect after trust has been broken? Are parenting stresses or family conflict leaving you feeling overwhelmed and alone? Many couples and families long for closeness but find themselves caught in cycles of distance, tension, or hurt. I specialize in helping couples rebuild trust, strengthen communication, and create safety in their relationships. Together, we’ll slow down these patterns, understand each person’s needs, and develop healthier ways of connecting so that you can move toward greater intimacy, balance, and resilience.
With over 11 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of supporting children, youth, adults, and couples through challenges related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, abuse, and relationships.
Has your anxiety made you not even recognize yourself anymore? Maybe your thoughts are constantly racing, everything feels overwhelming and you lost your motivation. Perhaps you are navigating a challenging relationship. You’re not alone, and it doesn’t have to stay this way. Together, we can work on challenging those negative beliefs, build self esteem and explore what’s keeping you feeling stuck. We will find meaningful ways to reconnect with yourself and your life again and explore any previously learned patterns that no longer serve you.
With over 11 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of supporting children, youth, adults, and couples through challenges related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, abuse, and relationships.
Has your anxiety made you not even recognize yourself anymore? Maybe your thoughts are constantly racing, everything feels overwhelming and you lost your motivation. Perhaps you are navigating a challenging relationship. You’re not alone, and it doesn’t have to stay this way. Together, we can work on challenging those negative beliefs, build self esteem and explore what’s keeping you feeling stuck. We will find meaningful ways to reconnect with yourself and your life again and explore any previously learned patterns that no longer serve you.
I have worked in both clinical and community settings with individuals, families, children, and youth from various ages and backgrounds and have learned much about the strength of the people I have worked with.
I am a calm, non-judgmental individual that will offer you the space to explore your emotions and internal questions. I utilize a strength-based, trauma-informed collaborative approach to therapy to help my clients to find tangible and sustainable solutions to address the challenges in their lives. I am committed to seeing people from a holistic perspective.
I have worked in both clinical and community settings with individuals, families, children, and youth from various ages and backgrounds and have learned much about the strength of the people I have worked with.
I am a calm, non-judgmental individual that will offer you the space to explore your emotions and internal questions. I utilize a strength-based, trauma-informed collaborative approach to therapy to help my clients to find tangible and sustainable solutions to address the challenges in their lives. I am committed to seeing people from a holistic perspective.
I have worked with children, adolescents, and their families in numerous specialized programs.
If you are going through a difficult time in your life, I am here to help. I want to hear your story, help you identify your strengths, and develop strategies to help you achieve your goals. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is my primary modality for facilitating emotional well-being and reestablishing fulfilling relationships with others in families, couples, and individuals. Rather than pathologizing psychological distresses, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief and self-esteem. I take a warm, client-centered, holistic approach, listening to and comprehending your concerns.
I have worked with children, adolescents, and their families in numerous specialized programs.
If you are going through a difficult time in your life, I am here to help. I want to hear your story, help you identify your strengths, and develop strategies to help you achieve your goals. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is my primary modality for facilitating emotional well-being and reestablishing fulfilling relationships with others in families, couples, and individuals. Rather than pathologizing psychological distresses, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief and self-esteem. I take a warm, client-centered, holistic approach, listening to and comprehending your concerns.
Hi there! I want to thank you for taking the time to read my bio. I understand how the counselling journey can look different to each unique individual, so I try to respect and embrace that while helping you work towards your goals and self-actualization. My passion involves helping people recognize they are not alone when needing support, and that it is okay to not be okay. I aim to validate individual’s concerns and explore them through every angle, hoping to create connections and allow for understanding. I work at this by exploring both past and present circumstances, and using a trauma-informed lens in our time together.
Hi there! I want to thank you for taking the time to read my bio. I understand how the counselling journey can look different to each unique individual, so I try to respect and embrace that while helping you work towards your goals and self-actualization. My passion involves helping people recognize they are not alone when needing support, and that it is okay to not be okay. I aim to validate individual’s concerns and explore them through every angle, hoping to create connections and allow for understanding. I work at this by exploring both past and present circumstances, and using a trauma-informed lens in our time together.
Sabrina Heyde | High Functioning Anxiety & Burnout
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Anxiety, Career, Burnout, ADHD, Trauma
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you smart, driven, career-focused woman in Ontario who is juggling 85 things at 120% until you crash and scroll mindlessly while also watching Netflix ordering Uber Eats? It looks like you have it all together on the outside, but your mind is racing like a browser with 30 tabs open. Your inner critic is loud, nothing is ever “good enough” and life feels like an endless chore. You wonder if it’s ADHD, depression, burnout... You’ve tried the books, meditation, journaling, podcasts, walks, cleaning up your diet. Your nervous system is in fight-or flight, you know you need to "love yourself", but what does that even actually mean?
Are you smart, driven, career-focused woman in Ontario who is juggling 85 things at 120% until you crash and scroll mindlessly while also watching Netflix ordering Uber Eats? It looks like you have it all together on the outside, but your mind is racing like a browser with 30 tabs open. Your inner critic is loud, nothing is ever “good enough” and life feels like an endless chore. You wonder if it’s ADHD, depression, burnout... You’ve tried the books, meditation, journaling, podcasts, walks, cleaning up your diet. Your nervous system is in fight-or flight, you know you need to "love yourself", but what does that even actually mean?
Are you feeling stuck? Are you tired of arguing, and not feeling heard, appreciated or connected the way you would like to? Bora works with couples, families and individuals to help them break negative cycles, and build a firm foundation in life.
Bora has extensive experience working with children and adults diagnosed with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression and OCD. Bora can help the whole family through difficulties in parenting such as Emotional Regulation, Bullying, Suicidal Ideation, Separation Anxiety, and Anger Management. With her training in Play Therapy, Bora takes a creative approach in her work with children.
Are you feeling stuck? Are you tired of arguing, and not feeling heard, appreciated or connected the way you would like to? Bora works with couples, families and individuals to help them break negative cycles, and build a firm foundation in life.
Bora has extensive experience working with children and adults diagnosed with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression and OCD. Bora can help the whole family through difficulties in parenting such as Emotional Regulation, Bullying, Suicidal Ideation, Separation Anxiety, and Anger Management. With her training in Play Therapy, Bora takes a creative approach in her work with children.
We support children, teens, adults, couples, and families with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, identity, eating disorders, and complex mental health concerns and disorders.
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering comprehensive, interdisciplinary care across psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessments. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
We support children, teens, adults, couples, and families with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, identity, eating disorders, and complex mental health concerns and disorders.
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering comprehensive, interdisciplinary care across psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessments. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
Thoughts, behaviours, emotions—they all have meaning. They reflect ways we've learned to cope and survive through various challenges, and they are often the way our body tries to communicate to us. I help my clients explore these meanings and messages by creating space to feel seen, heard, and understood. Many of my clients struggle with self-doubt, loss of control, emotional overwhelm, or feeling disconnected. Together we work to build awareness, find coping strategies, and foster meaningful connections. Healing is not about fixing what’s “wrong”—it’s about recognizing the strength in how you’ve survived and learning how to thrive.
Thoughts, behaviours, emotions—they all have meaning. They reflect ways we've learned to cope and survive through various challenges, and they are often the way our body tries to communicate to us. I help my clients explore these meanings and messages by creating space to feel seen, heard, and understood. Many of my clients struggle with self-doubt, loss of control, emotional overwhelm, or feeling disconnected. Together we work to build awareness, find coping strategies, and foster meaningful connections. Healing is not about fixing what’s “wrong”—it’s about recognizing the strength in how you’ve survived and learning how to thrive.
When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary. The people we trust with that important talk can help us know that we are not alone. I develop a strong therapeutic relationship with clients by building real and authentic connections, listening without judgment, accepting people as they are, and making space for new beginnings. With years of experience in social services, I am passionate about journeying alongside you, as you discover new paths moving forward.
When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary. The people we trust with that important talk can help us know that we are not alone. I develop a strong therapeutic relationship with clients by building real and authentic connections, listening without judgment, accepting people as they are, and making space for new beginnings. With years of experience in social services, I am passionate about journeying alongside you, as you discover new paths moving forward.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, overthinking, or the stress of trying to support a child with ADHD or autism? When emotions feel big and daily life feels heavy, it can be hard to know where to begin?
I work with parents who are doing their best to support a neurodivergent child while feeling exhausted, worried, or unsure about what will help. I support individuals who struggle with overthinking, constant worry, pressure, and difficulty feeling calm or at ease. My focus is not only on relieving symptoms, but also on helping people gain a deeper understanding of themselves/child, and finding a more compassionate way forward.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, overthinking, or the stress of trying to support a child with ADHD or autism? When emotions feel big and daily life feels heavy, it can be hard to know where to begin?
I work with parents who are doing their best to support a neurodivergent child while feeling exhausted, worried, or unsure about what will help. I support individuals who struggle with overthinking, constant worry, pressure, and difficulty feeling calm or at ease. My focus is not only on relieving symptoms, but also on helping people gain a deeper understanding of themselves/child, and finding a more compassionate way forward.
Are you living your best life? Feeling out of balance or isolated? Unresolved grief? Are usual patterns or coping mechanisms not as reliable? Now might be the time to get support, clarity or make changes in your life. Whether personal, family or work related, I provide an empathic and non-judgmental perspective to assist you in working through the issues at hand. Parenting a child with a history of trauma, loss or special need? Then you may experience some extra challenges. I can provide support and some useful insights and strategies. A trauma informed lens and validation of experience are important aspects of our work together.
Are you living your best life? Feeling out of balance or isolated? Unresolved grief? Are usual patterns or coping mechanisms not as reliable? Now might be the time to get support, clarity or make changes in your life. Whether personal, family or work related, I provide an empathic and non-judgmental perspective to assist you in working through the issues at hand. Parenting a child with a history of trauma, loss or special need? Then you may experience some extra challenges. I can provide support and some useful insights and strategies. A trauma informed lens and validation of experience are important aspects of our work together.
Do you feel overwhelmed by your emotions or caught in cycles of overthinking, intrusive thoughts, or self-criticism? Perhaps you're feeling stuck, disconnected from yourself, or noticing patterns that no longer serve you. I support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, low self-worth, relationship challenges, life transitions, trauma, and chronic pain. If you're ready to better understand yourself, develop healthier coping strategies, and move toward a more fulfilling life, you've already taken an important first step. Welcome—I look forward to supporting you on your journey.
Do you feel overwhelmed by your emotions or caught in cycles of overthinking, intrusive thoughts, or self-criticism? Perhaps you're feeling stuck, disconnected from yourself, or noticing patterns that no longer serve you. I support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, low self-worth, relationship challenges, life transitions, trauma, and chronic pain. If you're ready to better understand yourself, develop healthier coping strategies, and move toward a more fulfilling life, you've already taken an important first step. Welcome—I look forward to supporting you on your journey.
My clientele has included people of all ages dealing with: Depression, Anxiety, Loss and Grief, Relationship/Marital issues, Childhood Trauma, Addiction, Work related issues, Gender identity issues, ADHD, Communication issues, Self esteem issues, Health crises, Cancer, Physical and Mental Disabilities, Narcissistic Abuse, Teen issues,
Seeking professional counselling is a sign of mental health. It indicates that through awareness you have realized that you want more functionality and integration in your life. If you're ready to learn and grow in a new direction, please contact me. I will assist you in connecting to your self as a means to helping you discover the healthiest choices ahead.
My clientele has included people of all ages dealing with: Depression, Anxiety, Loss and Grief, Relationship/Marital issues, Childhood Trauma, Addiction, Work related issues, Gender identity issues, ADHD, Communication issues, Self esteem issues, Health crises, Cancer, Physical and Mental Disabilities, Narcissistic Abuse, Teen issues,
Seeking professional counselling is a sign of mental health. It indicates that through awareness you have realized that you want more functionality and integration in your life. If you're ready to learn and grow in a new direction, please contact me. I will assist you in connecting to your self as a means to helping you discover the healthiest choices ahead.
Life can be overwhelming, and whether you’re struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, cultural identity, immigration challenges, multicultural experiences, or relationship challenges, you don’t have to face it alone. I provide a warm and supportive space where you can explore your emotions, gain clarity, and develop tools to navigate life’s ups and downs. I am here for a client who is looking for someone that truly understands their background and unique struggles.
Life can be overwhelming, and whether you’re struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, cultural identity, immigration challenges, multicultural experiences, or relationship challenges, you don’t have to face it alone. I provide a warm and supportive space where you can explore your emotions, gain clarity, and develop tools to navigate life’s ups and downs. I am here for a client who is looking for someone that truly understands their background and unique struggles.
Alexander Nicholls - Art Therapy & TTRPG Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, DTATI, RP
5 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5N
Explore YOU through Art & Games!
If you want to engage your imagination and creativity to make a positive change in your own life, relationships, and the communities around you - this could be the type of therapy you've been looking for!
Art Therapy & Game Therapy are designed to support people of all ages and stages of life, as well as diverse populations. Art & game therapy can provide new perspectives, shift established patterns of behaviour, foster community and new relationships - all while providing insight and understanding. Why not imagine a better future for yourself - all while being excited, engaged, and having FUN!
Explore YOU through Art & Games!
If you want to engage your imagination and creativity to make a positive change in your own life, relationships, and the communities around you - this could be the type of therapy you've been looking for!
Art Therapy & Game Therapy are designed to support people of all ages and stages of life, as well as diverse populations. Art & game therapy can provide new perspectives, shift established patterns of behaviour, foster community and new relationships - all while providing insight and understanding. Why not imagine a better future for yourself - all while being excited, engaged, and having FUN!
Are you a parent concerned about how your teen is coping?
We offer personalized care tailored to your unique needs. First, we understand your situation and obstacles. Then, we create a plan to guide you forward, celebrating each milestone. Our practice provides a safe, inclusive, and culturally sensitive environment with both in-person and virtual appointments, making it easier to fit therapy into your busy life.
Are you a parent concerned about how your teen is coping?
We offer personalized care tailored to your unique needs. First, we understand your situation and obstacles. Then, we create a plan to guide you forward, celebrating each milestone. Our practice provides a safe, inclusive, and culturally sensitive environment with both in-person and virtual appointments, making it easier to fit therapy into your busy life.
Many people seek therapy because they feel stuck in painful patterns, overwhelmed by emotions, or weighed down by past experiences. I offer an integrative, trauma-informed approach to therapy drawing on many modalities, including Attachment Focused EMDR.
Together we work to understand the deeper roots of distress, process unresolved experiences, and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and attentive to the whole person. For clients who desire it, Christian faith and spiritual resources can also be thoughtfully integrated into the therapeutic process.
Many people seek therapy because they feel stuck in painful patterns, overwhelmed by emotions, or weighed down by past experiences. I offer an integrative, trauma-informed approach to therapy drawing on many modalities, including Attachment Focused EMDR.
Together we work to understand the deeper roots of distress, process unresolved experiences, and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and attentive to the whole person. For clients who desire it, Christian faith and spiritual resources can also be thoughtfully integrated into the therapeutic process.
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What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.