LGBTQ+ Therapists in Mississauga, ON

I welcome you with an open mind and a willingness to learn more about whatever might be holding you back in life or your relationship(s). My approach to therapy is client-centred and collaborative. I strive to explore solutions that work for you in your environment. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with CRPO. I am a South Asian, gay / queer , cisgender man, immigrant/settler, & I have extensive experience working with heterosexual & queer /2SLGBTQ+ individuals & couples. I have an MA in Human Sexuality from San Francisco State University (2010) & an MA in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University (2022).

I am currently not accepting new clients but please reach out if you need referral advice. You might be here because you are searching for someone to help you with how you're feeling. You may feel anxious, depressed, stressed, like you don't measure up, or stuck and are hoping to find a compassionate listener. Perhaps you're dealing with big life transitions, issues between you and your partner(s), marginalization, interpersonal conflict, finding your purpose, or competing priorities. Bringing any of this to therapy can be scary. There is profound healing power in being courageous, listened to, validated, and encouraged.

Are you a woman or non-binary / a Black, Indigenous, or Person of Colour / Queer and/or Trans / a Public Sector, Health Care, Education, Community, Labor, Social Justice Sex, or Social Worker / a Person with Chronic Pain or Illness / a Post-Secondary Student / part of the South Asian diaspora / an Immigrant or Refugee? Do you wish to feel seen or heard and treated as a whole person? Are you looking for a non-judgmental space to explore your identity, goals, values and boundaries? Would you like to process trauma, increase coping skills, and connect with your authentic self? Would you like to add more tools to your wellness kit?

Hi! My name is Sandeep or Sandy for short, my pronouns are she/her. I am a queer Registered Social Worker, and hold an MSW. I believe that there is no timeline for healing or self-discovery. I recognize that the various systems in place in society impact the lives of every individual differently. As such I work from a harm reduction, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and intersectional feminist perspective.

Sometimes all we need is a little guidance to help us combat darkness, move past hurdles, and restore our sense of 'self'. My goal as your therapist is to help you heal, while equipping you with skills that allow you to take on life's challenges, such as: bolstering communication, emotional regulation, and self-empowerment. We can work together to free your world from unwanted guests like anxiety and depression, while learning ways to invite self-love. In order to make transformative changes to your life, I incorporate evidence-based approaches including: CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, Behavioural Skills Training, and more!

I'm very passionate about helping individuals & couples struggling with intimacy, infidelity, trust, sex addiction, trauma, sexual issues & more. I'm trained in various treatment methods, and I bring a host of experience, that's allowed me a great success rate. My various skill sets have opened up several opportunities, including published books, advice columns, keynote addresses, media tours, and hosting various TV & radio shows, which speak to my commitment to helping people heal and lead fulfilling lives. To learn more about me, visit www.RelationshipAndSexuality.com, or Google me for my thousands of international contributions.

Dr. Wilson has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. He is collaborative, supportive, and non-judgmental when working with clients, and uses evidence-based therapy. Dr. Wilson conducts cognitive-behavioural therapy, including mindfulness and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy techniques as appropriate. He has worked with clients from a variety of cultural backgrounds and is LGBTQ + affirming.

Virtual Only - Have you been feeling the impact of stress, anxiety, sadness, or low self-esteem lately? Do you struggle to find love, keep love, or feel safe in your current relationships? Do you feel the need to go into your history to better understand who you are? Don't know where to start, but want to get it all out? Whether you're looking to build skills, gain a fresh perspective, or just have someone to talk to, I can help. I offer individual and couples counselling, with a safe, open, and non-judgemental space. Let's sort through the fog and find some clarity.

Therapy doesn't have to be scary! I know first-hand what it can be like to suffer in silence, longing for change, & struggling to find someone who "gets" you. If you grew up in a home where you didn't get the support that you needed, if you went through something that you feel like you have never recovered from, or if you feel like a black sheep everywhere you go, I would be happy to co-create a non-judgmental healing space where you feel seen, heard, & valued. We can work on things like learning to understand yourself, re-gaining control of your life, & appreciating the parts of you that have clawed you out of your darkest times.

I'm glad you're here & taking the first brave steps towards healing. I know it can be overwhelming at the beginning. But if you'll let me I'd really like to join you on your journey to feeling better about your life. My style is eclectic (using several methods) because I believe therapy should be tailored for every individual. I want to make your healing & self discover experience all about you, not a system. You're in charge of how fast we go, where we go & when you need to rest. I simply journey beside you as a trusted source of perspective & insight. Helping to reframe or see an issue from a different view point.

This fall, I am increasing my private practice hours to offer therapy to people who need more than what they can access through short term services. I have worked in mental health and employee assistance programs (EAP), and enjoy doing longer term therapy. Primarily, I work with adults who are struggling with mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, and trauma, couples with relationship concerns, and people who have life changes they are working through. In my practice, I take an anti-oppression, culturally informed stance to peoples' issues and experiences. I am committed to ongoing professional development.

I specialize in working survivors of intergenerational and interpersonal trauma. I have extensive experience working with with BIPOC, and first/second generation immigrants who carry the complexity of being LGBTQ + in a non-Western cultural context.

Do you feel overwhelmed or weighed down by your emotions? Are you struggling to connect with others and yourself? Do you need help healing from past trauma? I am here to listen. Together we will explore the challenges you are facing and identify and manage the symptoms you are experiencing. As a therapist, I strive to provide a safe place for all people that promotes growth and self love, and I am here to remind you that you are a priority. As a South Asian therapist, I recognize and value the vulnerability and strength that it takes to reach out for support, especially with the stigma that surrounds mental health.

Offering Discounted Services! In the final stages of completing a Masters of Counselling Psychology and currently taking clients. I am practicing under the supervision of Amanda Riley at Amanda Riley Psychotherapy Services. My counselling style is compassionate and empathetic. I work with a person-centered and personal-empowerment lens.

"People are doing the best they can". Absolutely. And, given life experience, skills, supports & lack thereof. Yet, despite our best efforts, situations past or current, perceptions, emotions, ways of coping can be more than what we can effectively navigate alone. We hit ruts. Life isn't what we want it to be. Therapy can help us to understand the issues & actively work toward desired changes. To create "a life worth living", of your own design. Authentically you. If you want positive change, if you're ready to work diligently toward change, if you're ready to "get down & dirty", in partnership, let's talk!