Child Therapists in Mississauga, ON

Rocheny Alexandre
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I like to create a safe space for children and youth to express their emotions.
As a mental health therapist, I help people experiencing distress enhance their sense of personal wellbeing and overall happiness. Over the years I have worked with adults, youth and families experiencing struggles with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations, stress, relationship conflict, divorce and unresolved family issues.
I like to create a safe space for children and youth to express their emotions.
As a mental health therapist, I help people experiencing distress enhance their sense of personal wellbeing and overall happiness. Over the years I have worked with adults, youth and families experiencing struggles with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations, stress, relationship conflict, divorce and unresolved family issues.

Larissa Zoubareva
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MMT, MTA, FAMI, NMT
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5A
I also work with children and adolescents with ADHD, autism.
People who may not be able to experience other kinds of psychotherapies are often more open to the benefits of music therapy. You can develop love for life through creative music making, because music plays incredible role in human well-being. I provide a person-centred and evidence-based music therapy/psychotherapy, using a heart-centred model as a representative of the humanistic approach, and a music-centred model as a professional musician, which gives me a wide range of musical and verbal choices for implementing activities and allows me to be flexible in selecting methods and techniques.
I also work with children and adolescents with ADHD, autism.
People who may not be able to experience other kinds of psychotherapies are often more open to the benefits of music therapy. You can develop love for life through creative music making, because music plays incredible role in human well-being. I provide a person-centred and evidence-based music therapy/psychotherapy, using a heart-centred model as a representative of the humanistic approach, and a music-centred model as a professional musician, which gives me a wide range of musical and verbal choices for implementing activities and allows me to be flexible in selecting methods and techniques.

My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups.
Specializing in children, teens, young adults and couples experiencing mental health issues, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, peer pressure, trauma and abuse, I practice from an anti-oppressive and trauma informed lens. The therapeutic approaches I implement are based on Narrative Therapy, CBT, SFT, Mindfulness and Strength-Based Approach
My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups.
Specializing in children, teens, young adults and couples experiencing mental health issues, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, peer pressure, trauma and abuse, I practice from an anti-oppressive and trauma informed lens. The therapeutic approaches I implement are based on Narrative Therapy, CBT, SFT, Mindfulness and Strength-Based Approach

Coauthor Of " Child Victims in Canada's Justice System".
I help adults and youth in Ontario navigate the stresses in their lives, learn coping skills and find improvement through a safe and supportive environment. Please feel free to contact me to discuss working together for positive change.
Coauthor Of " Child Victims in Canada's Justice System".
I help adults and youth in Ontario navigate the stresses in their lives, learn coping skills and find improvement through a safe and supportive environment. Please feel free to contact me to discuss working together for positive change.

My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups.
Specializing in children and youth anxiety and depression, I primarily work from Strength-Based, CBT, EFT, DBT, and Mindfulness Approach. I will be working to help you understand your feelings, thoughts, and actions and how perspective changes can lead to unlocking an empowered you.
My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups.
Specializing in children and youth anxiety and depression, I primarily work from Strength-Based, CBT, EFT, DBT, and Mindfulness Approach. I will be working to help you understand your feelings, thoughts, and actions and how perspective changes can lead to unlocking an empowered you.

I can support you and your family with different complex needs ranging from anxiety, complex trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, and almost anything related to parenting and enhancing the wellbeing of individuals, children, and families.
I offer a strengths-based, client-centered approach individually tailored to each client and the goals they present with. Some of the modalities I use include Solution-Focused Therapy, Attachment-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Bahavioural Therapy, and more, depending on my clients' presenting concerns and goals.
I can support you and your family with different complex needs ranging from anxiety, complex trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, and almost anything related to parenting and enhancing the wellbeing of individuals, children, and families.
I offer a strengths-based, client-centered approach individually tailored to each client and the goals they present with. Some of the modalities I use include Solution-Focused Therapy, Attachment-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Bahavioural Therapy, and more, depending on my clients' presenting concerns and goals.

You want to show up for your child and your family—but you're overwhelmed, exhausted, and unsure what the right next step is.
As a registered social worker with 20+ years of experience, I support children with trauma, behavioural challenges, and emotional regulation needs. Through my private practice, Kodu Children and Family Services, I offer attachment-focused, trauma-informed care for both children and caregivers using play therapy, parent coaching, and co-regulation tools.
You want to show up for your child and your family—but you're overwhelmed, exhausted, and unsure what the right next step is.
As a registered social worker with 20+ years of experience, I support children with trauma, behavioural challenges, and emotional regulation needs. Through my private practice, Kodu Children and Family Services, I offer attachment-focused, trauma-informed care for both children and caregivers using play therapy, parent coaching, and co-regulation tools.

I work with individuals of all ages and diverse backgrounds, with a primary focus on children/youth and their families, as well as young adults.
As we know, challenging and difficult experiences have significant impacts on the quality of our lives, and they can also lead to meaningful change. It is important to me that you feel heard, supported, and empowered in this process. By cultivating a safe, non-judgmental, and individually tailored space, I hope to help you build healthy and authentic connections with yourself and others, help you uncover and understand emotional and behavioural patterns, underlying perceptions and beliefs, and help connect you to your emotions and body, so you can attain your goals and lead your most authentic life.
I work with individuals of all ages and diverse backgrounds, with a primary focus on children/youth and their families, as well as young adults.
As we know, challenging and difficult experiences have significant impacts on the quality of our lives, and they can also lead to meaningful change. It is important to me that you feel heard, supported, and empowered in this process. By cultivating a safe, non-judgmental, and individually tailored space, I hope to help you build healthy and authentic connections with yourself and others, help you uncover and understand emotional and behavioural patterns, underlying perceptions and beliefs, and help connect you to your emotions and body, so you can attain your goals and lead your most authentic life.

Whether you're struggling with personal difficulties, complex issues or a clinical diagnosis, our team of therapists offer individuals, couples, families, and children a safe and confidential space to be heard, valued and understood.
We are a one stop shop for all things music and wellness. As registered psychotherapists and music therapists, we are able to support our clients in traditional and more creative ways, depending on the needs and goal areas of those we are working with. Talk therapy heals - but when we're at a loss of words, music can be used to foster meaningful change.
Whether you're struggling with personal difficulties, complex issues or a clinical diagnosis, our team of therapists offer individuals, couples, families, and children a safe and confidential space to be heard, valued and understood.
We are a one stop shop for all things music and wellness. As registered psychotherapists and music therapists, we are able to support our clients in traditional and more creative ways, depending on the needs and goal areas of those we are working with. Talk therapy heals - but when we're at a loss of words, music can be used to foster meaningful change.

Whether it's anxiety, depression, stress or trauma in children or adults, I provide tailored and effective support.
I provide highly effective therapy services for individuals of all ages. My tailored approach fosters deep introspection, leading to heightened self-awareness and a stronger understanding of personal identity. With empathy and professional expertise, I empower individuals to manage their emotions, enhance their communication skills, and forge meaningful connections. Clients can expect a secure and encouraging environment that promotes the exploration of their thoughts and feelings without judgment. My unwavering commitment is to help individuals break free from negative patterns and achieve clarity, peace, and self-empowerment.
Whether it's anxiety, depression, stress or trauma in children or adults, I provide tailored and effective support.
I provide highly effective therapy services for individuals of all ages. My tailored approach fosters deep introspection, leading to heightened self-awareness and a stronger understanding of personal identity. With empathy and professional expertise, I empower individuals to manage their emotions, enhance their communication skills, and forge meaningful connections. Clients can expect a secure and encouraging environment that promotes the exploration of their thoughts and feelings without judgment. My unwavering commitment is to help individuals break free from negative patterns and achieve clarity, peace, and self-empowerment.

I specialize in working with children and families, emphasizing the importance of child development, as well as family system interventions.
I am the kind of social worker that wants to work with you to develop emotional regulation skills, coping strategies, and stress-management methods that you can keep in your back pocket. My goal is to help you feel capable of pushing through personal challenges years down the line. I offer my clinical support coming from Trauma-Informed, Strenghts-Based, and Anti-Oppressive approaches – for the young to young at heart, we all could benefit from someone to talk to!
I specialize in working with children and families, emphasizing the importance of child development, as well as family system interventions.
I am the kind of social worker that wants to work with you to develop emotional regulation skills, coping strategies, and stress-management methods that you can keep in your back pocket. My goal is to help you feel capable of pushing through personal challenges years down the line. I offer my clinical support coming from Trauma-Informed, Strenghts-Based, and Anti-Oppressive approaches – for the young to young at heart, we all could benefit from someone to talk to!

My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups.
Specializing in children, youth, families, groups, anxiety, depression and mental health challenges, I practice from a genuine, compassionate and culturally sensitive approach. The theoretical approaches I implement are based on clients needs and include CBT, DBT, Motivational Counselling, Narrative Therapy, Art Therapy and Solution-Focused.
My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups.
Specializing in children, youth, families, groups, anxiety, depression and mental health challenges, I practice from a genuine, compassionate and culturally sensitive approach. The theoretical approaches I implement are based on clients needs and include CBT, DBT, Motivational Counselling, Narrative Therapy, Art Therapy and Solution-Focused.

I have years of experience working with children and young folk with a wide range of disabilities, identities, and lived experiences.
Life can be a beautiful yet challenging experience. Are you experiencing stress, emotional and relational challenges, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, visible and invisible disabilities, difficult life transitions and or other challenges? When facing difficult times, compassionate and personalized support can help guide us towards self-awareness, emotional expression and regulation, confidence, resilience and various other goals towards growth and well-being.
I have years of experience working with children and young folk with a wide range of disabilities, identities, and lived experiences.
Life can be a beautiful yet challenging experience. Are you experiencing stress, emotional and relational challenges, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, visible and invisible disabilities, difficult life transitions and or other challenges? When facing difficult times, compassionate and personalized support can help guide us towards self-awareness, emotional expression and regulation, confidence, resilience and various other goals towards growth and well-being.

Does your child need support navigating challenges like ADHD, behavioural concerns, hyperactivity, motivation, decision-making, focus, aggression, shyness, or other social-emotional issues?
We’re currently offering: After-School Drop-In Programs (ages 4-12), Weekend Social-Emotional Classes and Anger Management Workshops for teens (ages 13-18), and Counseling and Groups for youth (ages 13-18). Our affordable subscription plans make it easy to prioritize your child’s emotional well-being.
Does your child need support navigating challenges like ADHD, behavioural concerns, hyperactivity, motivation, decision-making, focus, aggression, shyness, or other social-emotional issues?
We’re currently offering: After-School Drop-In Programs (ages 4-12), Weekend Social-Emotional Classes and Anger Management Workshops for teens (ages 13-18), and Counseling and Groups for youth (ages 13-18). Our affordable subscription plans make it easy to prioritize your child’s emotional well-being.

Working from a trauma-informed and attachment bases I help families formed by adoption find success in meeting the needs of their adopted child(ren).
I have been working from a solution focused model for the past 20 years and as such believe in the power of PSYCHODRAMA, PARENT POWER,
Working from a trauma-informed and attachment bases I help families formed by adoption find success in meeting the needs of their adopted child(ren).
I have been working from a solution focused model for the past 20 years and as such believe in the power of PSYCHODRAMA, PARENT POWER,

With over 15 years experience, I specialize in working with children, youth and their families who have experienced interpersonal abuse and/or neglect.
My practice is a safe place that honours, respects and gives voice to painful experiences. I believe everyone has the ability to heal and discover that even one's vulnerabilities often unveil innate personal strength and resilience. My therapeutic approach is holistic and directed by your needs. I utilize EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness, Sandtray and Play Therapy modalities. I work with a broad range of issues including post traumatic stress, traumatic grief, parenting, self-esteem, body-image, shame, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and challenging family or life circumstances.
With over 15 years experience, I specialize in working with children, youth and their families who have experienced interpersonal abuse and/or neglect.
My practice is a safe place that honours, respects and gives voice to painful experiences. I believe everyone has the ability to heal and discover that even one's vulnerabilities often unveil innate personal strength and resilience. My therapeutic approach is holistic and directed by your needs. I utilize EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness, Sandtray and Play Therapy modalities. I work with a broad range of issues including post traumatic stress, traumatic grief, parenting, self-esteem, body-image, shame, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and challenging family or life circumstances.

I am Registered Social Worker/Psychotherapist with 20 years’ experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
My experience over the years has taught me that anyone is capable of change if they want it. Life is difficult and as people we face challenges that make us feel helpless or broken. However, I believe that we are also resilient and with support, we can get through any obstacles that come our way. I want to be a support to anyone facing these dilemmas by giving you a voice and providing the opportunity to be heard. My goal is to improve the lives of clients by enhancing their social and emotional growth and providing solutions to enhance their mental health and well-being.
I am Registered Social Worker/Psychotherapist with 20 years’ experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
My experience over the years has taught me that anyone is capable of change if they want it. Life is difficult and as people we face challenges that make us feel helpless or broken. However, I believe that we are also resilient and with support, we can get through any obstacles that come our way. I want to be a support to anyone facing these dilemmas by giving you a voice and providing the opportunity to be heard. My goal is to improve the lives of clients by enhancing their social and emotional growth and providing solutions to enhance their mental health and well-being.

Currently, I provide virtual individual and family based counselling services for children, teens, and young adults.
Navigating some of life’s more difficult challenges can sometimes be an overwhelming experience. You might be feeling worried, stressed, angry and questioning your place in the world. It is my hope and honor to act as an empathic guide, by creating a safe and supportive environment in which you can explore any confusing or unsettling thoughts, emotions, behaviors and relationships you may be experiencing. I offer a collaborative and creative approach to help you cultivate a deeper understanding of any potentially negative patterns, and seek to enhance your strengths and resiliency to challenge and change them as they arise.
Currently, I provide virtual individual and family based counselling services for children, teens, and young adults.
Navigating some of life’s more difficult challenges can sometimes be an overwhelming experience. You might be feeling worried, stressed, angry and questioning your place in the world. It is my hope and honor to act as an empathic guide, by creating a safe and supportive environment in which you can explore any confusing or unsettling thoughts, emotions, behaviors and relationships you may be experiencing. I offer a collaborative and creative approach to help you cultivate a deeper understanding of any potentially negative patterns, and seek to enhance your strengths and resiliency to challenge and change them as they arise.

After a number of years, I transitioned and continue to work at a Children Community Mental Health agency where I'm a clinical manager overseeing a number of children’s mental health programs and a large team of Psychotherapists, social workers, and other allied health professionals.
Sometimes things do not always go as planned. We try our best to handle things that life throws our way and yet there are times when we need an extra bit of help to get us through. In therapy, I offer a very supportive and compassionate approach to counselling. Your values, beliefs and experiences have made you who you are and how you navigate tough moments.
After a number of years, I transitioned and continue to work at a Children Community Mental Health agency where I'm a clinical manager overseeing a number of children’s mental health programs and a large team of Psychotherapists, social workers, and other allied health professionals.
Sometimes things do not always go as planned. We try our best to handle things that life throws our way and yet there are times when we need an extra bit of help to get us through. In therapy, I offer a very supportive and compassionate approach to counselling. Your values, beliefs and experiences have made you who you are and how you navigate tough moments.

Child/Teen & Adult Anxiety Therapist.
You don’t have to handle it all alone. I use an integrative approach and tailor therapy to your or your child’s needs. I help kids understand their big emotions and why they are happening. We build a coping toolbox to help manage anxious thoughts and behaviours. I help clients of all ages feel grounded, confident, and more like themselves.
Child/Teen & Adult Anxiety Therapist.
You don’t have to handle it all alone. I use an integrative approach and tailor therapy to your or your child’s needs. I help kids understand their big emotions and why they are happening. We build a coping toolbox to help manage anxious thoughts and behaviours. I help clients of all ages feel grounded, confident, and more like themselves.
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Child psychologists in Mississauga, ON provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Mississauga build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Mississauga build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.