Chronic Illness Therapists in Mississauga, ON
Ria Gulati
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, HBSc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I have been there too—navigating a chronic illness and starting life in Canada at 18 as an immigrant.
My goal is to help you reconnect with a grounded, confident version of yourself. Through reflection, mind-body awareness, and integrating cultural identity in a meaningful way, we’ll build a path that feels authentic and empowers you to unlock your full potential. You’ll leave with tangible tools—and a deeper understanding of yourself.
I have been there too—navigating a chronic illness and starting life in Canada at 18 as an immigrant.
My goal is to help you reconnect with a grounded, confident version of yourself. Through reflection, mind-body awareness, and integrating cultural identity in a meaningful way, we’ll build a path that feels authentic and empowers you to unlock your full potential. You’ll leave with tangible tools—and a deeper understanding of yourself.
I work with clients facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, or chronic illness.
In these challenging and unpredictable times, it can be hard to nurture ourselves or connect with others. We all deserve to be truly seen and heard, to have access to safe spaces, and to develop effective coping tools. Art therapy offers a unique opportunity to explore and express yourself in ways that words alone may not capture. Some of the benefits of art-making include improved mood regulation, reduced stress and anxiety, and relief from pain. By working with different materials and creative processes, we can give form to what might feel intangible or overwhelming in traditional talk therapy.
I work with clients facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, or chronic illness.
In these challenging and unpredictable times, it can be hard to nurture ourselves or connect with others. We all deserve to be truly seen and heard, to have access to safe spaces, and to develop effective coping tools. Art therapy offers a unique opportunity to explore and express yourself in ways that words alone may not capture. Some of the benefits of art-making include improved mood regulation, reduced stress and anxiety, and relief from pain. By working with different materials and creative processes, we can give form to what might feel intangible or overwhelming in traditional talk therapy.
I work with clients who may be experiencing chronic pain and chronic illness related to issues of trauma, relationships, family, injury, and/or disease, as well as those experiencing anxiety.
Hello, and thanks for reaching out. This first step takes courage and may feel a little strange. Often life's challenges feel stressful and isolating, but they are usually easier to manage with community and support. I have experience working with people living with anxiety, stress, chronic pain and illness, family issues, burnout, and trauma. If these are things you are currently dealing with or have always dealt with, I'd love the opportunity to speak with you more and learn your story.
I work with clients who may be experiencing chronic pain and chronic illness related to issues of trauma, relationships, family, injury, and/or disease, as well as those experiencing anxiety.
Hello, and thanks for reaching out. This first step takes courage and may feel a little strange. Often life's challenges feel stressful and isolating, but they are usually easier to manage with community and support. I have experience working with people living with anxiety, stress, chronic pain and illness, family issues, burnout, and trauma. If these are things you are currently dealing with or have always dealt with, I'd love the opportunity to speak with you more and learn your story.
Merna Tawfik
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5R
Many people face the emotional toll of navigating stress, burnout, mood concerns, chronic illness, ADHD, ASD, bullying, grief, and trauma.
Together, we begin by exploring your current situation and the challenges you're facing. From there, we create a personalized and holistic plan to help you progress toward your goals, celebrating your achievements along the way. I prioritize providing a supportive and safe environment with the option of in-person or virtual sessions to fit your schedule.
Many people face the emotional toll of navigating stress, burnout, mood concerns, chronic illness, ADHD, ASD, bullying, grief, and trauma.
Together, we begin by exploring your current situation and the challenges you're facing. From there, we create a personalized and holistic plan to help you progress toward your goals, celebrating your achievements along the way. I prioritize providing a supportive and safe environment with the option of in-person or virtual sessions to fit your schedule.
I also work with clients that are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and grief, as well as reducing mild substance use, and managing chronic illness/pain.
Hello, and congratulations on taking this courageous first step. Reaching out for support is a sign of strength, and I want you to know you don’t have to face this alone. My goal is to support you with kindness, dignity, and respect throughout your journey. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or you're struggling with sadness or uncertainty, I’m here to help you find peace and understanding. Together, we can explore your thoughts and emotions and navigate life’s changes with compassion and care.
I also work with clients that are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and grief, as well as reducing mild substance use, and managing chronic illness/pain.
Hello, and congratulations on taking this courageous first step. Reaching out for support is a sign of strength, and I want you to know you don’t have to face this alone. My goal is to support you with kindness, dignity, and respect throughout your journey. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or you're struggling with sadness or uncertainty, I’m here to help you find peace and understanding. Together, we can explore your thoughts and emotions and navigate life’s changes with compassion and care.
Moksha Psychotherapy, Counselling & Consulting
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, AA, RSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L4Z
Are you also dealing with a chronic illness such as anxiety & depression that are impacting other areas?
Areas we specialize in: anxiety, depression, grief, loss, trauma, crisis, mental health, family & relationship issues, premarital & marital, divorce & separation, children, tweens, teens & parenting, sense of self & identity work, interpersonal communication, building coping skills/transitioning after major life events & working with all types of families.
Are you also dealing with a chronic illness such as anxiety & depression that are impacting other areas?
Areas we specialize in: anxiety, depression, grief, loss, trauma, crisis, mental health, family & relationship issues, premarital & marital, divorce & separation, children, tweens, teens & parenting, sense of self & identity work, interpersonal communication, building coping skills/transitioning after major life events & working with all types of families.
Andriana Teslyuk
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC, RN, BScN, SEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
I serve communities in the areas of end-of-life (palliative care), grief and loss, chronic illness and pain, psychological trauma related to conflicts such as war and crisis, developmental trauma, caregiver stress and burnout support.
I work from an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, client-centred, attachment-focused and strengths-based lens. I am certified in Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) and Dynamic Attachment Repatterning experience (DARe). I use a holistic, client-centred approach and each session is tailored to individual needs and goals.
I serve communities in the areas of end-of-life (palliative care), grief and loss, chronic illness and pain, psychological trauma related to conflicts such as war and crisis, developmental trauma, caregiver stress and burnout support.
I work from an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, client-centred, attachment-focused and strengths-based lens. I am certified in Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) and Dynamic Attachment Repatterning experience (DARe). I use a holistic, client-centred approach and each session is tailored to individual needs and goals.
I also work with clients around grief, ambiguous loss, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and dementia.
All behavior has meaning. I will honor your experience with zero judgement. Instead of looking for what is wrong and how to fix it, we will look for what is right and use it. We will nurture self-compassion, develop practical coping skills, learn to live within our limits, build our relationship love umbrella, and enjoy a new sense of confidence and hope.
I also work with clients around grief, ambiguous loss, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and dementia.
All behavior has meaning. I will honor your experience with zero judgement. Instead of looking for what is wrong and how to fix it, we will look for what is right and use it. We will nurture self-compassion, develop practical coping skills, learn to live within our limits, build our relationship love umbrella, and enjoy a new sense of confidence and hope.
Maybe you’re navigating a significant life transition, managing the complexities of chronic illness, or struggling with communication that leaves you feeling disconnected.
As someone who has lived with chronic illness, I bring empathy into my work as a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and MA Counseling Psychology student under clinical supervision. I specialize in relationship dynamics, communication struggles, life transitions, and more. My collaborative approach focuses on helping build resilience and peace.
Maybe you’re navigating a significant life transition, managing the complexities of chronic illness, or struggling with communication that leaves you feeling disconnected.
As someone who has lived with chronic illness, I bring empathy into my work as a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and MA Counseling Psychology student under clinical supervision. I specialize in relationship dynamics, communication struggles, life transitions, and more. My collaborative approach focuses on helping build resilience and peace.
I use this approach to support concerns with anxiety and depression, stress, self esteem, chronic illness, relationships, problem behaviors and more.
I seek to support people who want to change how they cope with their mental health challenges. Whether you are facing a longstanding or new concern, I provide guidance around healthier ways to manage. We will work well together if you want to see observable changes in your daily life and would benefit from a practical approach. My clients often seek to improve their experiences with stress and burnout, anxiety or depression, or self image. These issues often have been long term and/or are becoming more challenging in the face of other stressors like work-life balance, chronic health, relationships, and more.
I use this approach to support concerns with anxiety and depression, stress, self esteem, chronic illness, relationships, problem behaviors and more.
I seek to support people who want to change how they cope with their mental health challenges. Whether you are facing a longstanding or new concern, I provide guidance around healthier ways to manage. We will work well together if you want to see observable changes in your daily life and would benefit from a practical approach. My clients often seek to improve their experiences with stress and burnout, anxiety or depression, or self image. These issues often have been long term and/or are becoming more challenging in the face of other stressors like work-life balance, chronic health, relationships, and more.
I have experience working with youth (12+) and adults in a variety of areas, including anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, addiction, emotional regulation, sudden or chronic illness, and more.
Oftentimes our deepest struggles reveal larger questions that we all ask ourselves at some point in life: What is my purpose? What is the meaning of my life? How can I keep doing this? How am I going to cope with it all? The unpredictability of life can be blindsiding, leaving us feeling empty, lost, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed and discouraged. Whether you have lost a loved one, are feeling burnout, are navigating unexpected illness, feel anxious about the future, find yourself in the cycle of addiction, or are struggling with emotions that you have never experienced before, this one reality remains the same: change is possible.
I have experience working with youth (12+) and adults in a variety of areas, including anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, addiction, emotional regulation, sudden or chronic illness, and more.
Oftentimes our deepest struggles reveal larger questions that we all ask ourselves at some point in life: What is my purpose? What is the meaning of my life? How can I keep doing this? How am I going to cope with it all? The unpredictability of life can be blindsiding, leaving us feeling empty, lost, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed and discouraged. Whether you have lost a loved one, are feeling burnout, are navigating unexpected illness, feel anxious about the future, find yourself in the cycle of addiction, or are struggling with emotions that you have never experienced before, this one reality remains the same: change is possible.
Meet Our Chronic Illness Counsellors
First Step Men's Therapy (In-Person + Online)
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Our specializations include: addiction, grief, self-esteem, trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, chronic illness, depression, divorce, stress, men's issues, anger management, and first responders.
As men, we’re often told to tough it out, bury our struggles, or handle everything ourselves. But real strength isn’t about silence—it’s about knowing when to lean in and do the work.
My goal as a therapist is to create a space where you can show up as you are—no judgment, no pressure, just honest conversations that help you move forward. Whether you're dealing with stress, relationship struggles, anxiety, or a sense of being stuck, I’m here to listen, challenge, and support you in ways that make sense for your life.
You don’t have to carry it all on your own. Let’s take the next step together.
Our specializations include: addiction, grief, self-esteem, trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, chronic illness, depression, divorce, stress, men's issues, anger management, and first responders.
As men, we’re often told to tough it out, bury our struggles, or handle everything ourselves. But real strength isn’t about silence—it’s about knowing when to lean in and do the work.
My goal as a therapist is to create a space where you can show up as you are—no judgment, no pressure, just honest conversations that help you move forward. Whether you're dealing with stress, relationship struggles, anxiety, or a sense of being stuck, I’m here to listen, challenge, and support you in ways that make sense for your life.
You don’t have to carry it all on your own. Let’s take the next step together.
Nina Santiago | Inclusive & Integrative Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), PhD, MACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
My clients are often struggling with intimate relationships, life transitions, traumatic experiences, shame, grief, loneliness, chronic illness, body image, LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent experiences.
I bring over 15 years of experience in healthcare and take an inclusive and integrative approach. I draw from many therapeutic modalities and approaches to help you reconnect with your inner wisdom and body. I am experienced in working with anxiety, depression, burnout, gender exploration, immigration, religious trauma, and executive functioning challenges.
My clients are often struggling with intimate relationships, life transitions, traumatic experiences, shame, grief, loneliness, chronic illness, body image, LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent experiences.
I bring over 15 years of experience in healthcare and take an inclusive and integrative approach. I draw from many therapeutic modalities and approaches to help you reconnect with your inner wisdom and body. I am experienced in working with anxiety, depression, burnout, gender exploration, immigration, religious trauma, and executive functioning challenges.
Sarjana Arun Shetty
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Life can be incredibly challenging, and whether you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, trauma, or chronic illness, I’m here to help.
I know that taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, and I want to make sure you feel comfortable as we get started. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I use an integrative approach that includes evidence-based therapies like ACT, EFT, DBT, IPT, and mindfulness, all tailored to fit what works best for you. I also offer a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed environment, providing services in English, Hindi, and Marathi.
Life can be incredibly challenging, and whether you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, trauma, or chronic illness, I’m here to help.
I know that taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, and I want to make sure you feel comfortable as we get started. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I use an integrative approach that includes evidence-based therapies like ACT, EFT, DBT, IPT, and mindfulness, all tailored to fit what works best for you. I also offer a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed environment, providing services in English, Hindi, and Marathi.
Saba Rizvi
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, DTATI, HonsBSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5V
Life is a series of challenges and the idea of therapy can be very daunting. My approach centers around normalizing your experiences step-by-step and empowering you via your strengths and goals. Engaging in conversations that appropriately challenge you and are collaborative helps me support your needs and growth. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, health changes, stress, ADHD, Autism, depression, trauma, concussions, caregiver burnout, illness/pain, relationship issues, life transitions, disabilities, etc, I am here to listen, ask thought-provoking questions, and help you develop effective strategies for your personal growth.
Life is a series of challenges and the idea of therapy can be very daunting. My approach centers around normalizing your experiences step-by-step and empowering you via your strengths and goals. Engaging in conversations that appropriately challenge you and are collaborative helps me support your needs and growth. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, health changes, stress, ADHD, Autism, depression, trauma, concussions, caregiver burnout, illness/pain, relationship issues, life transitions, disabilities, etc, I am here to listen, ask thought-provoking questions, and help you develop effective strategies for your personal growth.
Tanya Jacob
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
In my practice, I specialize in helping clients navigate life’s challenges, empowering them to live fulfilling and authentic lives. I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their concerns and be their true selves. My Integrative approach uses various therapeutic methods tailored to each individual’s unique needs. I often incorporate parts work, client-centred, somatic and transpersonal therapy to address the emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of well-being.
In my practice, I specialize in helping clients navigate life’s challenges, empowering them to live fulfilling and authentic lives. I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their concerns and be their true selves. My Integrative approach uses various therapeutic methods tailored to each individual’s unique needs. I often incorporate parts work, client-centred, somatic and transpersonal therapy to address the emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of well-being.
Stephanie Giacomelli
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5L
Hello and welcome! If you've landed here, you might be feeling overwhelmed with various emotions and in need of some one-on-one support. I hear you, I see you, and I am here to walk alongside you on your unique journey. As a trauma-informed, and culturally-sensitive therapist as well as a certified yoga teacher, I’m committed to fostering a mind-body connection through our sessions. I believe that our bodies store our unique lived experiences, expressing them through important body cues in our nervous system, and I look forward to working through them together, with you.
Hello and welcome! If you've landed here, you might be feeling overwhelmed with various emotions and in need of some one-on-one support. I hear you, I see you, and I am here to walk alongside you on your unique journey. As a trauma-informed, and culturally-sensitive therapist as well as a certified yoga teacher, I’m committed to fostering a mind-body connection through our sessions. I believe that our bodies store our unique lived experiences, expressing them through important body cues in our nervous system, and I look forward to working through them together, with you.
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile to decide if I am the right psychologist for you. Over the past 24 years working as a psychologist, I strive to put people at ease as they take the important step of seeking therapy. My goal is to empower individuals to face challenges and make lasting changes in their lives by building their coping strategies and resilience. I am experienced in a variety of evidenced-based treatments and utilize a CBT approach with individuals that incorporates components of Interpersonal therapy and ACT. When working with couples, I emphasize an Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) approach.
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile to decide if I am the right psychologist for you. Over the past 24 years working as a psychologist, I strive to put people at ease as they take the important step of seeking therapy. My goal is to empower individuals to face challenges and make lasting changes in their lives by building their coping strategies and resilience. I am experienced in a variety of evidenced-based treatments and utilize a CBT approach with individuals that incorporates components of Interpersonal therapy and ACT. When working with couples, I emphasize an Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) approach.
Life challenges can feel incredibly difficult and overwhelming. I provide a safe environment where you can talk about these challenges without fear of being judged. Together we can explore your thought patterns and behaviours and their impact on your day-to-day functioning, while developing strategies and skills that will allow you to feel empowered to live life more authentically.
Life challenges can feel incredibly difficult and overwhelming. I provide a safe environment where you can talk about these challenges without fear of being judged. Together we can explore your thought patterns and behaviours and their impact on your day-to-day functioning, while developing strategies and skills that will allow you to feel empowered to live life more authentically.
Hi, I'm Karen Zhang a registered psychologist focused on adults at MindFit, a leading psychology clinic (or as prefer to say, "mental health gym"). Just like a "typical" gym, MindFit was designed to be accessible and inviting to anyone looking to improve their emotional well-being. From day one, I will do everything I can ensure to ensure you feel heard, supported and valued. My approach is structured (with weekly handouts), evidence-based, and designed to help you develop practical and effective skills and strategies to not only cope, but thrive!
Hi, I'm Karen Zhang a registered psychologist focused on adults at MindFit, a leading psychology clinic (or as prefer to say, "mental health gym"). Just like a "typical" gym, MindFit was designed to be accessible and inviting to anyone looking to improve their emotional well-being. From day one, I will do everything I can ensure to ensure you feel heard, supported and valued. My approach is structured (with weekly handouts), evidence-based, and designed to help you develop practical and effective skills and strategies to not only cope, but thrive!
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How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.