Marriage Counselling Therapists in Mississauga, ON
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.
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.
After 30 years of providing psychotherapy, I am even more certain that assisting people to a better place of well-being is an honouring process. I believe that people usually come to a therapy process because despite their efforts, their roadmap in their lives doesn't apply anymore. Therapeutic conversations can provide an opportunity to explore life experiences and create new awareness of choices and strategies to resolve the difficulties that you may be experiencing.
After 30 years of providing psychotherapy, I am even more certain that assisting people to a better place of well-being is an honouring process. I believe that people usually come to a therapy process because despite their efforts, their roadmap in their lives doesn't apply anymore. Therapeutic conversations can provide an opportunity to explore life experiences and create new awareness of choices and strategies to resolve the difficulties that you may be experiencing.
Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual—sometimes it just piles on responsibilities. Therapy can be the place to set down the overwhelm and sort through what feels too heavy to carry alone. It’s a supportive space to feel heard, understood, and encouraged. You may be navigating stress, anxiety, low mood, health & caregiving challenges, grief, or the unseen, unexpected burdens of motherhood—exhaustion, postpartum changes, shifting identity, and endless responsibilities. Therapy offers balance, resilience, and the opportunity to reconnect with yourself, cultivate self-compassion, and move toward a more authentic, fulfilling life.
Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual—sometimes it just piles on responsibilities. Therapy can be the place to set down the overwhelm and sort through what feels too heavy to carry alone. It’s a supportive space to feel heard, understood, and encouraged. You may be navigating stress, anxiety, low mood, health & caregiving challenges, grief, or the unseen, unexpected burdens of motherhood—exhaustion, postpartum changes, shifting identity, and endless responsibilities. Therapy offers balance, resilience, and the opportunity to reconnect with yourself, cultivate self-compassion, and move toward a more authentic, fulfilling life.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
I support individuals and couples with relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions.
Therapy is most effective when the relationship feels safe and aligned. I offer a free 25–50 minute consultation so we can get a sense of that fit. I also encourage you to speak with other therapists if you’re unsure.
I support individuals and couples with relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions.
Therapy is most effective when the relationship feels safe and aligned. I offer a free 25–50 minute consultation so we can get a sense of that fit. I also encourage you to speak with other therapists if you’re unsure.
I specialize in Individual and couples therapy
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck, unsure of how to help yourself? Do certain areas of your life, such as relationships, education, career, or transitions, cause you stress? Are you yearning to make positive changes and lead the life you've always envisioned, but aren't sure where to start? Princess is here to support you every step of the way. At Sunshine Therapy Inc, we offer a range of specialized services tailored to meet your unique needs:
I specialize in Individual and couples therapy
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck, unsure of how to help yourself? Do certain areas of your life, such as relationships, education, career, or transitions, cause you stress? Are you yearning to make positive changes and lead the life you've always envisioned, but aren't sure where to start? Princess is here to support you every step of the way. At Sunshine Therapy Inc, we offer a range of specialized services tailored to meet your unique needs:
Finding the right therapist takes time and effort, but here you are taking the first step! Maybe you have done therapy before and are giving it another go, or maybe you're completely new to this and have no idea what to look for. I encourage you to book an initial free 15 minute consultation with me to determine if you feel comfortable talking about your needs and to judge if we might be a good fit. Some of you might be experiencing emotional pain and want professional clarity, need accountability to change patterns you are stuck in, have problems in some of your relationships, or need to overcome indecisiveness and 'just do it!'
Finding the right therapist takes time and effort, but here you are taking the first step! Maybe you have done therapy before and are giving it another go, or maybe you're completely new to this and have no idea what to look for. I encourage you to book an initial free 15 minute consultation with me to determine if you feel comfortable talking about your needs and to judge if we might be a good fit. Some of you might be experiencing emotional pain and want professional clarity, need accountability to change patterns you are stuck in, have problems in some of your relationships, or need to overcome indecisiveness and 'just do it!'
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
In today’s society, we are experiencing many challenges which can often be overwhelming and stressful. I offer support for a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I am a registered Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience in the field working with adolescents, adults and elders.
In today’s society, we are experiencing many challenges which can often be overwhelming and stressful. I offer support for a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I am a registered Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience in the field working with adolescents, adults and elders.
I provide therapy in English, Portuguese, and Spanish and offer a warm, grounding, and culturally sensitive space for children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families.
I support individuals navigating a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, stress, depression, emotional overwhelm, ADHD, low self-esteem, grief and loss, burnout, chronic illness, eating disorders, relationship or communication challenges, family and parenting stress, identity concerns, and major life transitions.
I provide therapy in English, Portuguese, and Spanish and offer a warm, grounding, and culturally sensitive space for children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families.
I support individuals navigating a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, stress, depression, emotional overwhelm, ADHD, low self-esteem, grief and loss, burnout, chronic illness, eating disorders, relationship or communication challenges, family and parenting stress, identity concerns, and major life transitions.
When working with couples, I emphasize an Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) approach.
Areas of specialty include low mood (depression), anxiety (i.e. worry/panic/PTSD), and ADHD as well helping people cope with illness (such as cancer or diabetes, chronic or acute pain), and grief or loss. I am also a consultant to the Canadian Cancer Society and Wellspring Cancer Support Network. I provide therapy and assessment services.
When working with couples, I emphasize an Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) approach.
Areas of specialty include low mood (depression), anxiety (i.e. worry/panic/PTSD), and ADHD as well helping people cope with illness (such as cancer or diabetes, chronic or acute pain), and grief or loss. I am also a consultant to the Canadian Cancer Society and Wellspring Cancer Support Network. I provide therapy and assessment services.
***NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR PHONE/VIDEO*** It’s a privilege and honour to be doing this work, and to walk alongside clients on their respective healing journeys. I believe that everyone is the expert of their own lives and life experiences. By working collaboratively and through meaning-making, I aim to support clients in connecting with their needs, dreams, hopes, as well as to the answers I believe each person has inside them. My approach is trauma-informed, non-directive, strength-based, and client-centered. Healing, the discovery of possibilities, one’s resilience, and one's gifts can all be part of the therapy process.
***NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR PHONE/VIDEO*** It’s a privilege and honour to be doing this work, and to walk alongside clients on their respective healing journeys. I believe that everyone is the expert of their own lives and life experiences. By working collaboratively and through meaning-making, I aim to support clients in connecting with their needs, dreams, hopes, as well as to the answers I believe each person has inside them. My approach is trauma-informed, non-directive, strength-based, and client-centered. Healing, the discovery of possibilities, one’s resilience, and one's gifts can all be part of the therapy process.
I believe every person has an innate capacity for growth, resilience, and healing, even when life feels overwhelming or hope seems distant. Many of my clients carry self-doubt or emotional pain, or they feel disconnected. In our work together, I create a safe, compassionate space where you feel seen and understood, as we explore the patterns that shape your thoughts and emotions, uncover the needs beneath them, and build new ways of coping and connecting. I see therapy not as fixing what’s “wrong,” but as honouring the strength you've already shown and nurturing new possibilities for growth, self-discovery, well-being, and balance.
I believe every person has an innate capacity for growth, resilience, and healing, even when life feels overwhelming or hope seems distant. Many of my clients carry self-doubt or emotional pain, or they feel disconnected. In our work together, I create a safe, compassionate space where you feel seen and understood, as we explore the patterns that shape your thoughts and emotions, uncover the needs beneath them, and build new ways of coping and connecting. I see therapy not as fixing what’s “wrong,” but as honouring the strength you've already shown and nurturing new possibilities for growth, self-discovery, well-being, and balance.
If you’re ready for change, whether individually or as a couple, book a free consult through my website or reach out here.
Pain is a part of life, but suffering is optional. When we give attention to our emotions and experiences, we can better manage pain and reduce suffering. Many of us who grew up in Muslim or BIPOC families were taught that being strong meant never crying, asking for help, or sharing how we truly feel. We learned to keep going and push our feelings aside. The truth is, healing can only begin when we allow ourselves to feel and make sense of our pain. Therapy offers a way to heal, restore emotional well-being, and bring more peace to your life and relationships.
If you’re ready for change, whether individually or as a couple, book a free consult through my website or reach out here.
Pain is a part of life, but suffering is optional. When we give attention to our emotions and experiences, we can better manage pain and reduce suffering. Many of us who grew up in Muslim or BIPOC families were taught that being strong meant never crying, asking for help, or sharing how we truly feel. We learned to keep going and push our feelings aside. The truth is, healing can only begin when we allow ourselves to feel and make sense of our pain. Therapy offers a way to heal, restore emotional well-being, and bring more peace to your life and relationships.
I work with teens, adults and couples, and my role is to support you in cultivating greater self-understanding, attunement and care.
Welcome. Taking the step to begin therapy takes courage, and if you’ve landed here, you are in safe and caring hands. Beginning the healing process can feel overwhelming, especially for those carrying trauma, but you don’t have to do it alone. I offer a grounded, compassionate space where you can explore struggles, reflect on how past experiences and relationships may still affect you, and reconnect with yourself in a way that moves you toward the life you want. I bring deep respect for each person’s story and identity, and I strive to create an inclusive, affirming space that honours your culture, background, and lived experience.
I work with teens, adults and couples, and my role is to support you in cultivating greater self-understanding, attunement and care.
Welcome. Taking the step to begin therapy takes courage, and if you’ve landed here, you are in safe and caring hands. Beginning the healing process can feel overwhelming, especially for those carrying trauma, but you don’t have to do it alone. I offer a grounded, compassionate space where you can explore struggles, reflect on how past experiences and relationships may still affect you, and reconnect with yourself in a way that moves you toward the life you want. I bring deep respect for each person’s story and identity, and I strive to create an inclusive, affirming space that honours your culture, background, and lived experience.
Tessie Pulla Chin | Trauma | ADHD | Empaths
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), ADHD, Anxiety, Trauma, BPD, Empaths
1 Endorsed
Online Only
On the outside you look unstoppable: confident, independent, the one who always keeps it together. But no one sees that beneath the surface, you feel like you drowning in a secret struggle. You’re exhausted from fighting invisible battles. Perhaps you grapple with trust issues, irritability, grief, inexplicable anxiety, feelings of detachment from those around you, or even yourself. Or maybe you are stuck in cycles of high adrenaline followed by exhaustion, relying on caffeine, sleep aids, or binge eating just to get through the day. What once helped you to survive has now become a pattern that is seriously keeping you stuck.
On the outside you look unstoppable: confident, independent, the one who always keeps it together. But no one sees that beneath the surface, you feel like you drowning in a secret struggle. You’re exhausted from fighting invisible battles. Perhaps you grapple with trust issues, irritability, grief, inexplicable anxiety, feelings of detachment from those around you, or even yourself. Or maybe you are stuck in cycles of high adrenaline followed by exhaustion, relying on caffeine, sleep aids, or binge eating just to get through the day. What once helped you to survive has now become a pattern that is seriously keeping you stuck.
Ingrid Osland, Discover Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist, MSW, RSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with partners to help strengthen your relationship bond and how you can communicate more clearly.
Whether you’re finding it difficult to cope with the ebbs and flows of your closest relationships or perhaps overwhelmed by worry and the uncertainty of change. You and I will work together to discover solutions for you. It may be that you’re struggling with sleep, can’t find the motivation to get tasks done or anxious about a tough life choice ahead. Possibly you just want to talk to someone and that’s okay too! No one’s journey looks the same; so if the mountain seems too high for you to climb or the stairs too steep, we move at your pace, one step at a time.
I work with partners to help strengthen your relationship bond and how you can communicate more clearly.
Whether you’re finding it difficult to cope with the ebbs and flows of your closest relationships or perhaps overwhelmed by worry and the uncertainty of change. You and I will work together to discover solutions for you. It may be that you’re struggling with sleep, can’t find the motivation to get tasks done or anxious about a tough life choice ahead. Possibly you just want to talk to someone and that’s okay too! No one’s journey looks the same; so if the mountain seems too high for you to climb or the stairs too steep, we move at your pace, one step at a time.
As human we are Spirit beings with a Mind and Body. creating a balance between these three elements is essential to live a healthier life. Issues like depression, anxiety, or compulsive thought and behaviors needs a treatment plan that includes these three elements. We are also governed by our cultural values and norms, so providing culturally and religiously sensitive therapy is very important especially with interpersonal and intrapersonal conflicts.
As human we are Spirit beings with a Mind and Body. creating a balance between these three elements is essential to live a healthier life. Issues like depression, anxiety, or compulsive thought and behaviors needs a treatment plan that includes these three elements. We are also governed by our cultural values and norms, so providing culturally and religiously sensitive therapy is very important especially with interpersonal and intrapersonal conflicts.
We offer a wide range of services, including individual, teen, couples, and group therapy, tailored to meet your unique needs.
Our therapists are committed to evidence-based care, providing a safe and inclusive space where you can explore your emotions and develop strategies to overcome challenges. Whether you're dealing with a life transition, seeking to improve communication skills, or working through trauma, we're here to guide you every step of the way.
We offer a wide range of services, including individual, teen, couples, and group therapy, tailored to meet your unique needs.
Our therapists are committed to evidence-based care, providing a safe and inclusive space where you can explore your emotions and develop strategies to overcome challenges. Whether you're dealing with a life transition, seeking to improve communication skills, or working through trauma, we're here to guide you every step of the way.
Are you looking to understand yourself better? Is your inner critic making you feel small and worthless every day? Do you want to change a pattern of behaviour that is keeping you stuck? Do you want to feel more confident and sure of your needs? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to navigate their lives, careers and relationships. I believe that my role as a therapist is to be a non-judgmental mirror to support in challenging that inner critic. Let's work together so you can build a life that brings you joy and strengthens your relationships.
Are you looking to understand yourself better? Is your inner critic making you feel small and worthless every day? Do you want to change a pattern of behaviour that is keeping you stuck? Do you want to feel more confident and sure of your needs? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to navigate their lives, careers and relationships. I believe that my role as a therapist is to be a non-judgmental mirror to support in challenging that inner critic. Let's work together so you can build a life that brings you joy and strengthens your relationships.
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Marriage Counselling
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.