Therapists for Children in Mississauga, ON
Stephany Younan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, RP (Q)
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
To me, therapy is about giving each individual client the space and support they need to process and work through what is plaguing their minds, hearts, and bodies. Some problems can seem impossible to manage, but these may simply require more time and more help to break the larger issues down into smaller, more achievable pieces, and to figure out what can be done—that’s where I come in. While I’m not there to dictate what to do or how to do it, it can be helpful to have someone present who wants to listen and understand, and who has evidence-based tools to help guide your healing journey, while also walking it alongside you.
To me, therapy is about giving each individual client the space and support they need to process and work through what is plaguing their minds, hearts, and bodies. Some problems can seem impossible to manage, but these may simply require more time and more help to break the larger issues down into smaller, more achievable pieces, and to figure out what can be done—that’s where I come in. While I’m not there to dictate what to do or how to do it, it can be helpful to have someone present who wants to listen and understand, and who has evidence-based tools to help guide your healing journey, while also walking it alongside you.
I have been working in the mental health field for over 7 years, working with kids and adults in crisis managment setting, community based organiszations, as well as private practice.
Life can feel overwhelming at times-whether you're navigating anxiety,
depression, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions or you recently learned that you or your loved one is dealing with Autism or ADHD. Just as a caterpillar quietly prepares to become a butterfly, therapy is a process of gradual transformation toward your fullest self. The good news is, unlike the caterpillar, you don't have to do this alone. Seeking support is a courageous first step. It may feel slow or vulnerable, but with patience, guidance, and support, profound growth unfolds. I'm here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
I have been working in the mental health field for over 7 years, working with kids and adults in crisis managment setting, community based organiszations, as well as private practice.
Life can feel overwhelming at times-whether you're navigating anxiety,
depression, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions or you recently learned that you or your loved one is dealing with Autism or ADHD. Just as a caterpillar quietly prepares to become a butterfly, therapy is a process of gradual transformation toward your fullest self. The good news is, unlike the caterpillar, you don't have to do this alone. Seeking support is a courageous first step. It may feel slow or vulnerable, but with patience, guidance, and support, profound growth unfolds. I'm here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
Elena has been employed by one of our local school boards for over 22 years working closely with students, parents, and educators to support children’s learning, emotional well-being, and overall development.
Known for her strengths-based approach, she takes the time to listen, explain results in clear, practical language, and provide meaningful recommendations that support children both at school and home. Her goal is not just to provide a diagnosis, but to help parents truly understand their child - why certain things feel harder and what’s getting in the way.
Elena has been employed by one of our local school boards for over 22 years working closely with students, parents, and educators to support children’s learning, emotional well-being, and overall development.
Known for her strengths-based approach, she takes the time to listen, explain results in clear, practical language, and provide meaningful recommendations that support children both at school and home. Her goal is not just to provide a diagnosis, but to help parents truly understand their child - why certain things feel harder and what’s getting in the way.
provides assessment, consultation and counselling for children, youth and adults.
We also offer the IdealMe program and the mobile app, Talk2Alex, that support youth mental health. The free demo version of Talk2Alex is available on Google Play and the Apple app store, so please feel
provides assessment, consultation and counselling for children, youth and adults.
We also offer the IdealMe program and the mobile app, Talk2Alex, that support youth mental health. The free demo version of Talk2Alex is available on Google Play and the Apple app store, so please feel
One of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story." I have dedicated my life to building a practice where people can come to a place of peace, where you feel comfortable and safe to unburden yourself about the most intimate and personal aspects of your life without the fear of being judged or shamed. This process allows you to shed the layers that keep you going in the same cycles and help you start a new, more fulfilling chapter in your life. Calling a therapist can be intimidating, but I hope you will take a moment (and maybe a deep breath) to call and see how I can help.
One of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story." I have dedicated my life to building a practice where people can come to a place of peace, where you feel comfortable and safe to unburden yourself about the most intimate and personal aspects of your life without the fear of being judged or shamed. This process allows you to shed the layers that keep you going in the same cycles and help you start a new, more fulfilling chapter in your life. Calling a therapist can be intimidating, but I hope you will take a moment (and maybe a deep breath) to call and see how I can help.
Hello, I’m Vanessa, an Indigenous Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), here to offer you a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space. Seeking support is brave, and I commend your efforts. My aim is to create a collaborative environment where we can identify your strengths and provide guidance, support, and coping skills for positive change in your life.
Hello, I’m Vanessa, an Indigenous Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), here to offer you a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space. Seeking support is brave, and I commend your efforts. My aim is to create a collaborative environment where we can identify your strengths and provide guidance, support, and coping skills for positive change in your life.
Are you currently experiencing a crisis? Are you and your partner experiencing relationship difficulties or struggling to recover from an affair? Perhaps you suffer from anxiety, depression, grief/loss or anger management issues. If so, I am here to help you. I offer psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families in a confidential, supportive, caring, compassionate and non-judgmental environment. My clients have achieved success through psychotherapy sessions and have been able to heal or resolve their issues while achieving happier and more fulfilling lives. I believe in striving for excellence in the work that I do. Your success is my success.
Are you currently experiencing a crisis? Are you and your partner experiencing relationship difficulties or struggling to recover from an affair? Perhaps you suffer from anxiety, depression, grief/loss or anger management issues. If so, I am here to help you. I offer psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families in a confidential, supportive, caring, compassionate and non-judgmental environment. My clients have achieved success through psychotherapy sessions and have been able to heal or resolve their issues while achieving happier and more fulfilling lives. I believe in striving for excellence in the work that I do. Your success is my success.
Relationship Therapy Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP, RMFT-SQ
6 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
We are a team of Registered Social Workers, Registered Psychotherapists, Registered Marriage and Family Therapists and Interns who offer individual, couple and family therapy. We offer a safe, non-judgemental environment where we generate conversations that facilitate new possibilities for you, your relationships and life. We are committed to hearing, supporting and gently but appropriately challenging you. We utilize different approaches (including but not limited to person-centred, emotion-focused, solution focused, narrative, CBT etc.) based on the uniqueness of clients, and their needs and hopes for our work together.
We are a team of Registered Social Workers, Registered Psychotherapists, Registered Marriage and Family Therapists and Interns who offer individual, couple and family therapy. We offer a safe, non-judgemental environment where we generate conversations that facilitate new possibilities for you, your relationships and life. We are committed to hearing, supporting and gently but appropriately challenging you. We utilize different approaches (including but not limited to person-centred, emotion-focused, solution focused, narrative, CBT etc.) based on the uniqueness of clients, and their needs and hopes for our work together.
Therapy can be a valuable gift for a lot of people — it can offer support, perspective, and tools for handling life’s stressors.
As a Muslim female therapist and the daughter of hardworking first-generation immigrant, I understand the many layers of life and identity. I have experience supporting individuals through relationship challenges, family conflict, cultural expectations, parenting, caregiving, chronic anxiety and ongoing depression, racism, Islamophobia, and the ups and downs of building a life in the West — all while navigating healing, growth, and resilience.
Therapy can be a valuable gift for a lot of people — it can offer support, perspective, and tools for handling life’s stressors.
As a Muslim female therapist and the daughter of hardworking first-generation immigrant, I understand the many layers of life and identity. I have experience supporting individuals through relationship challenges, family conflict, cultural expectations, parenting, caregiving, chronic anxiety and ongoing depression, racism, Islamophobia, and the ups and downs of building a life in the West — all while navigating healing, growth, and resilience.
Are you trying to cope with events or issues that have begun to interfere with your life or your relationships? Perhaps something painful or difficult has occurred to bring you to the point of seeking help, or a number of things have been building up, getting to the point where you are carrying a burden you can no longer ignore. Making the decision to seek help is one that takes great personal courage. It is also an important step on the path to getting reconnected to your "self".
Are you trying to cope with events or issues that have begun to interfere with your life or your relationships? Perhaps something painful or difficult has occurred to bring you to the point of seeking help, or a number of things have been building up, getting to the point where you are carrying a burden you can no longer ignore. Making the decision to seek help is one that takes great personal courage. It is also an important step on the path to getting reconnected to your "self".
She is registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO) , providing assessment and therapy to children, adolescents, and adults.
Dr. Villani approaches clinical practice with a nonjudgmental attitude, a warm and welcoming demeanor, and a genuine interest for clients' experiences. Dr. Villani's main theoretical orientation is cognitive-behavioural, drawing on psychodynamic, mindfulness/acceptance, attachment, and strength-based approaches to address individualized therapeutic goals.
She is registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO) , providing assessment and therapy to children, adolescents, and adults.
Dr. Villani approaches clinical practice with a nonjudgmental attitude, a warm and welcoming demeanor, and a genuine interest for clients' experiences. Dr. Villani's main theoretical orientation is cognitive-behavioural, drawing on psychodynamic, mindfulness/acceptance, attachment, and strength-based approaches to address individualized therapeutic goals.
I believe that each person has strength and resilience within them. Sometimes we only need a helping hand to get there. I have helped many individuals discover this strength, find healing, and move towards the life they want to live. As a person-centred therapist, I believe in empowering individuals to discover more about who they are in a collaborative approach to therapy. I work hard to build trust and create a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to come as they are, and together, take steps towards health and recovery.
I believe that each person has strength and resilience within them. Sometimes we only need a helping hand to get there. I have helped many individuals discover this strength, find healing, and move towards the life they want to live. As a person-centred therapist, I believe in empowering individuals to discover more about who they are in a collaborative approach to therapy. I work hard to build trust and create a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to come as they are, and together, take steps towards health and recovery.
Backed by over 20 years of clinical experience, I help them untangle the chaos, break cycles of anxiety and anger, and establish child-focused stability.
I utilize evidence-based CBT, DBT, and Family Systems to address trauma, stress, and anger. Moving beyond general therapy, I hold unique expertise in family court mandates, providing private Voice of the Child reports, Reintegration Therapy, and licensed New Ways for Families protocols. I offer fluent therapy in English, Hindi, Bengali, Punjabi and Urdu.
Backed by over 20 years of clinical experience, I help them untangle the chaos, break cycles of anxiety and anger, and establish child-focused stability.
I utilize evidence-based CBT, DBT, and Family Systems to address trauma, stress, and anger. Moving beyond general therapy, I hold unique expertise in family court mandates, providing private Voice of the Child reports, Reintegration Therapy, and licensed New Ways for Families protocols. I offer fluent therapy in English, Hindi, Bengali, Punjabi and Urdu.
Child and Teen Psychotherapist.
We will work together to help your child better understand their feelings, explore the sources of their stress, and learn coping mechanisms that will help them. We will empower you to feel confident in your ability to support your child. We can also work together to help you manage your own stress while validating your experiences.
Child and Teen Psychotherapist.
We will work together to help your child better understand their feelings, explore the sources of their stress, and learn coping mechanisms that will help them. We will empower you to feel confident in your ability to support your child. We can also work together to help you manage your own stress while validating your experiences.
Skowron has over 30 years of experience working in clinical settings serving
children and youth.
Dr. Skowron has specific expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of autism
spectrum disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, tic disorders, and “picky
eaters.” He is very interested in working with children with difficulties with early
acquisition and use of language and social communication skills.
Skowron has over 30 years of experience working in clinical settings serving
children and youth.
Dr. Skowron has specific expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of autism
spectrum disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, tic disorders, and “picky
eaters.” He is very interested in working with children with difficulties with early
acquisition and use of language and social communication skills.
You or your child might be feeling overwhelmed - constantly overthinking, stuck in worry, or unsure how to handle big emotions.
I believe everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and understood. I support children and adults in coping with anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, and constant overthinking. With warmth and curiosity, I help clients navigate life transitions, such as relationship changes, divorce, parenting, and immigration, toward healing, balance, and self-growth.
You or your child might be feeling overwhelmed - constantly overthinking, stuck in worry, or unsure how to handle big emotions.
I believe everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and understood. I support children and adults in coping with anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, and constant overthinking. With warmth and curiosity, I help clients navigate life transitions, such as relationship changes, divorce, parenting, and immigration, toward healing, balance, and self-growth.
Ananya Sharma is currently completing supervised practice with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO), providing assessment and therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and couples.
Dr. Sharma's clinical approach integrates feminist, multicultural, CBT, DBT, and humanistic therapies, guided by a strong appreciation for individuality, context, and lived experience. She tailors therapy to each person’s unique needs, creating a collaborative and supportive environment where clients feel heard
Ananya Sharma is currently completing supervised practice with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO), providing assessment and therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and couples.
Dr. Sharma's clinical approach integrates feminist, multicultural, CBT, DBT, and humanistic therapies, guided by a strong appreciation for individuality, context, and lived experience. She tailors therapy to each person’s unique needs, creating a collaborative and supportive environment where clients feel heard
I have experience working with adults, children and youth who are struggling with anxiety, depression and have been through various traumas.
Feeling unsure of how to move forward to better your mental health is a difficult space to be in. I want to ensure you feel safe and comfortable sharing your goals and needs with me, so we can work together on how to best support you. I aim for an empathetic and calm environment, where you feel that your voice is heard and respected. Working with people of all ages has been my passion, and I enjoy learning about every individual's strengths and areas of growth. These parts of ourselves are what make us unique, and we can utilize these aspects of you in our sessions together.
I have experience working with adults, children and youth who are struggling with anxiety, depression and have been through various traumas.
Feeling unsure of how to move forward to better your mental health is a difficult space to be in. I want to ensure you feel safe and comfortable sharing your goals and needs with me, so we can work together on how to best support you. I aim for an empathetic and calm environment, where you feel that your voice is heard and respected. Working with people of all ages has been my passion, and I enjoy learning about every individual's strengths and areas of growth. These parts of ourselves are what make us unique, and we can utilize these aspects of you in our sessions together.
I believe that healing occurs in relationships, whether these be with ourselves, our communities, or the systems we occupy. My goal is to co-create a therapeutic space that honours your lived experience and equips you to live a life that feels aligned with your values.
Getting to explore different perspectives is part of why I do this work. When I’m not asking clients how they feel, I immerse myself in different POVs by reading YA fantasy and writing cultural analyses. I also enjoy running outdoors in the company of friends (or a carefully curated playlist).
I believe that healing occurs in relationships, whether these be with ourselves, our communities, or the systems we occupy. My goal is to co-create a therapeutic space that honours your lived experience and equips you to live a life that feels aligned with your values.
Getting to explore different perspectives is part of why I do this work. When I’m not asking clients how they feel, I immerse myself in different POVs by reading YA fantasy and writing cultural analyses. I also enjoy running outdoors in the company of friends (or a carefully curated playlist).
I am a passionate Psychotherapist with over 18+ years experience in providing Psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families experiencing a range of psychological difficulties. My work is inspired by eclectic approach in which I apply different therapeutic modalities based on the needs and best interest of my client. I predominantly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focussed Therapy, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, Solution Focussed approach in my practice.
I am a passionate Psychotherapist with over 18+ years experience in providing Psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families experiencing a range of psychological difficulties. My work is inspired by eclectic approach in which I apply different therapeutic modalities based on the needs and best interest of my client. I predominantly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focussed Therapy, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, Solution Focussed approach in my practice.
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FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviours change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.