Personality Disorders Therapists in Mississauga, ON
I am passionate about supporting adults who struggle with ADHD, substance use disorders and other addiction, anger and personality disorders (such as Borderline Personality Disorder).
Many of us have become masters in pretending that things are fine, when in reality our lives seem to be falling apart. Inside we feel like we’re drowning: overwhelmed by emotion, lost, & hopeless as we try to carry the burden of unresolved trauma, pain, & life’s curveballs hurled our way. Pushing aside these problems to get through each day to manage life’s responsibilities, we find ourselves numb, depressed, anxious, self-medicating, isolating, angry, & struggling with relationships. Together, we can work towards confronting unhealthy behaviours, understanding emotions, & healing from past trauma to create transformational change.
I am passionate about supporting adults who struggle with ADHD, substance use disorders and other addiction, anger and personality disorders (such as Borderline Personality Disorder).
Many of us have become masters in pretending that things are fine, when in reality our lives seem to be falling apart. Inside we feel like we’re drowning: overwhelmed by emotion, lost, & hopeless as we try to carry the burden of unresolved trauma, pain, & life’s curveballs hurled our way. Pushing aside these problems to get through each day to manage life’s responsibilities, we find ourselves numb, depressed, anxious, self-medicating, isolating, angry, & struggling with relationships. Together, we can work towards confronting unhealthy behaviours, understanding emotions, & healing from past trauma to create transformational change.
I specialize in mood and anxiety disorders, trauma and complex trauma, personality disorders, and psychological abuse.
As a couples therapist, I help partners navigate conflict, rebuild trust, and deepen emotional connection. I provide a supportive space to improve communication, heal past wounds, and create a more fulfilling relationship. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, hurt, or stuck, you don’t have to go through it alone.
I specialize in mood and anxiety disorders, trauma and complex trauma, personality disorders, and psychological abuse.
As a couples therapist, I help partners navigate conflict, rebuild trust, and deepen emotional connection. I provide a supportive space to improve communication, heal past wounds, and create a more fulfilling relationship. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, hurt, or stuck, you don’t have to go through it alone.
I specialize in Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders and Addiction
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and Registered Counselling Supervisor. My practice is guided by extensive experience working with people coming from various socioeconomic backgrounds as well as many years of serving the most vulnerable communities in Vancouver’s DTES. While my approach is integrative of modern theories and techniques, it heavily relies on Psychodynamic theories and practice. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is a highly individualized treatment whose goal is not only to alleviate the most obvious symptom. It relies on the fact that our personalities are uniquely shaped by several developmental stages.
I specialize in Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders and Addiction
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and Registered Counselling Supervisor. My practice is guided by extensive experience working with people coming from various socioeconomic backgrounds as well as many years of serving the most vulnerable communities in Vancouver’s DTES. While my approach is integrative of modern theories and techniques, it heavily relies on Psychodynamic theories and practice. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is a highly individualized treatment whose goal is not only to alleviate the most obvious symptom. It relies on the fact that our personalities are uniquely shaped by several developmental stages.
I am registered with the College of Psychologists (CPO) and all of my services include clinical supervision with CPO registered Psychologists, which inform my continued professional development. Research in the area of 'common factors' emphasizes the client-therapist relationship and factors that are unique to you and your life circumstances as important predictors for therapy success, and it informs my approach to support you in creating positive change. I meet clients non-judgmentally, and my approach is uniquely dynamic, collaborative, and solution-focused, with therapeutic presence and authenticity.
I am registered with the College of Psychologists (CPO) and all of my services include clinical supervision with CPO registered Psychologists, which inform my continued professional development. Research in the area of 'common factors' emphasizes the client-therapist relationship and factors that are unique to you and your life circumstances as important predictors for therapy success, and it informs my approach to support you in creating positive change. I meet clients non-judgmentally, and my approach is uniquely dynamic, collaborative, and solution-focused, with therapeutic presence and authenticity.
I regularly attend live workshops & trainings to enhance my skills, with intensive training & certifications in treating trauma, neurodevelopmental, & personality disorders.
You are not broken. You’re navigating a life shaped by deep experiences—some painful, some confusing, some overwhelming. I provide a compassionate, affirming space to explore trauma, ADHD, ASD, BPD, life transitions, identity questions, behavioral struggles, anxiety, and depression. I also offer parent coaching and training support to help caregivers better understand and respond to their child’s unique needs with confidence and care. You deserve support that sees all of you—and I’m here to walk with you through it. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply seeking clarity, therapy is a space to reconnect.
I regularly attend live workshops & trainings to enhance my skills, with intensive training & certifications in treating trauma, neurodevelopmental, & personality disorders.
You are not broken. You’re navigating a life shaped by deep experiences—some painful, some confusing, some overwhelming. I provide a compassionate, affirming space to explore trauma, ADHD, ASD, BPD, life transitions, identity questions, behavioral struggles, anxiety, and depression. I also offer parent coaching and training support to help caregivers better understand and respond to their child’s unique needs with confidence and care. You deserve support that sees all of you—and I’m here to walk with you through it. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply seeking clarity, therapy is a space to reconnect.
Life can be challenging, leaving us feeling stuck, overwhelmed and pushed beyond our limits. From daily stresses and struggles to unexpected problems, we may not be aware of how these challenges impact us. In these moments, you may be in search of support, relief, change, growth or something different. Connecting with the right therapist to explore your needs is essential, and the relationship you develop is the most crucial aspect of therapy. I strive to offer you a safe, supportive, positive space to work through your challenges, understand your concerns and help you overcome the obstacles that come your way.
Life can be challenging, leaving us feeling stuck, overwhelmed and pushed beyond our limits. From daily stresses and struggles to unexpected problems, we may not be aware of how these challenges impact us. In these moments, you may be in search of support, relief, change, growth or something different. Connecting with the right therapist to explore your needs is essential, and the relationship you develop is the most crucial aspect of therapy. I strive to offer you a safe, supportive, positive space to work through your challenges, understand your concerns and help you overcome the obstacles that come your way.
Shauna Switzer, MA, RP, MCP, C-PD, C.Hyp, EMDR & Couple Therapist
Clinical Director & Supervisor.
At times, we all face emotions and suffering that feels overwhelmingly painful and difficult to bear, often due to unique stressors and events. I specialize in supporting adults, adolescents, families, and step-families through challenging times, helping them access inner strengths, organize emotional experience, and release their capacity for growth. Whether you or a loved one are experiencing depression, anxiety, marital distress, or difficult relationships, you deserve a compassionate, wise, experienced, and caring psychotherapist.
Shauna Switzer, MA, RP, MCP, C-PD, C.Hyp, EMDR & Couple Therapist
Clinical Director & Supervisor.
At times, we all face emotions and suffering that feels overwhelmingly painful and difficult to bear, often due to unique stressors and events. I specialize in supporting adults, adolescents, families, and step-families through challenging times, helping them access inner strengths, organize emotional experience, and release their capacity for growth. Whether you or a loved one are experiencing depression, anxiety, marital distress, or difficult relationships, you deserve a compassionate, wise, experienced, and caring psychotherapist.
As we move through life we are bound to face difficult situations, challenges, set backs and at times feel lost and confused. There is no shame in having struggles, but rather strength in seeking support. No matter the issue, I strive to provide a safe and judgement free zone to help you process, understand, gain insight and develop skills to work through and manage your struggles.
I offer individual therapy both in person & virtually, Monday to Thursday. I primarily use CBT, solution-focused therapy, person-centered therapy and a trauma informed approach.
As we move through life we are bound to face difficult situations, challenges, set backs and at times feel lost and confused. There is no shame in having struggles, but rather strength in seeking support. No matter the issue, I strive to provide a safe and judgement free zone to help you process, understand, gain insight and develop skills to work through and manage your struggles.
I offer individual therapy both in person & virtually, Monday to Thursday. I primarily use CBT, solution-focused therapy, person-centered therapy and a trauma informed approach.
I provide individual, couples & family therapy to children, youth & adults. Deciding to seek therapy is an important step forward & I look forward to supporting you on your journey of personal growth. Whether you desire to make strides in your emotional, personal, social, or mental health, I will facilitate positive changes to improve your quality of life. I believe that safely & openly exploring your emotions in a positive & helpful environment is crucial. We will collaboratively create treatment plans & goals together, according to your unique needs, preferences & values. I apply an intersectional lens to promote cultural safety.
I provide individual, couples & family therapy to children, youth & adults. Deciding to seek therapy is an important step forward & I look forward to supporting you on your journey of personal growth. Whether you desire to make strides in your emotional, personal, social, or mental health, I will facilitate positive changes to improve your quality of life. I believe that safely & openly exploring your emotions in a positive & helpful environment is crucial. We will collaboratively create treatment plans & goals together, according to your unique needs, preferences & values. I apply an intersectional lens to promote cultural safety.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling with your mood, behaviours or relationships? Do you seek a space to heal, grow, and unlock the potential for a brighter future? Asking for help can feel daunting, but you don't have to face these challenges alone. I’m here to meet you where you are, building trust and using a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to your needs. Together, we'll work on providing the tools and resources that empower you to overcome obstacles, regain control, and make meaningful, positive changes in your life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling with your mood, behaviours or relationships? Do you seek a space to heal, grow, and unlock the potential for a brighter future? Asking for help can feel daunting, but you don't have to face these challenges alone. I’m here to meet you where you are, building trust and using a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to your needs. Together, we'll work on providing the tools and resources that empower you to overcome obstacles, regain control, and make meaningful, positive changes in your life.
Remy Karda Counselling Services, Social Worker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
7 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5R
With 20 years of experience, I have dedicated myself to supporting diverse communities in various settings, including hospitals, schools, and community mental health agencies. My focus is on providing therapy to individuals dealing with stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, family conflicts, trauma, and more. I am committed to creating a safe and confidential space where you can explore your emotions without fear of judgment.
With 20 years of experience, I have dedicated myself to supporting diverse communities in various settings, including hospitals, schools, and community mental health agencies. My focus is on providing therapy to individuals dealing with stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, family conflicts, trauma, and more. I am committed to creating a safe and confidential space where you can explore your emotions without fear of judgment.
Meet Martin, a compassionate and experienced therapist dedicated to helping individuals overcome trauma, attachment issues, and abuse. With a focus on adolescent, adult, and senior populations, Martin understands the unique challenges that each age group faces. Martin takes a supportive and encouraging approach to therapy. Recognizing that the journey to healing can be challenging, he provides guidance and gentle motivation along the way. By modeling the skills he teaches, Martin helps clients cultivate a sense of calm and grounding in their own lives.
Meet Martin, a compassionate and experienced therapist dedicated to helping individuals overcome trauma, attachment issues, and abuse. With a focus on adolescent, adult, and senior populations, Martin understands the unique challenges that each age group faces. Martin takes a supportive and encouraging approach to therapy. Recognizing that the journey to healing can be challenging, he provides guidance and gentle motivation along the way. By modeling the skills he teaches, Martin helps clients cultivate a sense of calm and grounding in their own lives.
Working with the right therapist is the single most important factor in your journey to recovery. Knowledge, experience and rapport are important factors to consider when choosing a health professional, and I encourage you to interview your prospective therapist. Please call me for a free consultation and we can discuss your circumstances in a respectful and confidential way.
Working with the right therapist is the single most important factor in your journey to recovery. Knowledge, experience and rapport are important factors to consider when choosing a health professional, and I encourage you to interview your prospective therapist. Please call me for a free consultation and we can discuss your circumstances in a respectful and confidential way.
I have over 15 years of experience working for the school community. I offer counselling services for children, youth, adults, elderly, as well as couples and family therapy for a wide range of issues including Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, parenting issues and family conflicts. I provide a non-judgmental safe environment where you can feel comfortable to discuss your personal issues and concerns including any life challenges that you like to discuss. Through my therapy, you will become aware of your experiences, learn techniques to make choices, set reasonable boundaries, and learn to let go of negative thoughts.
I have over 15 years of experience working for the school community. I offer counselling services for children, youth, adults, elderly, as well as couples and family therapy for a wide range of issues including Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, parenting issues and family conflicts. I provide a non-judgmental safe environment where you can feel comfortable to discuss your personal issues and concerns including any life challenges that you like to discuss. Through my therapy, you will become aware of your experiences, learn techniques to make choices, set reasonable boundaries, and learn to let go of negative thoughts.
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.
You may be feeling anxious, unsure how to handle your emotions, and struggling to understand yourself. Perhaps you've experienced the impacts of historical or current colonial violence, childhood trauma, or relationship challenges. Maybe you're an immigrant or the child of immigrants, trying to balance cultural expectations with your own needs. If you're looking to heal, find clarity, and feel more at peace, I'm here to support you. I will hold space for all your emotions, no matter how difficult, conflicting, or confusing, without pathologizing your normal human experiences.
You may be feeling anxious, unsure how to handle your emotions, and struggling to understand yourself. Perhaps you've experienced the impacts of historical or current colonial violence, childhood trauma, or relationship challenges. Maybe you're an immigrant or the child of immigrants, trying to balance cultural expectations with your own needs. If you're looking to heal, find clarity, and feel more at peace, I'm here to support you. I will hold space for all your emotions, no matter how difficult, conflicting, or confusing, without pathologizing your normal human experiences.
As a Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years experience, I provide a caring and compassionate approach. My work is shaped by sound scientific findings. In essence, I offer a service that uniquely blends science with a warm personable approach. Extensive experience and expertise in working with adults, adolescents, children and families allows me to appreciate each individual's concerns, collaboratively work out therapeutic goals so that the person can lead a more fulfilling life. Progress is tracked and shared with each individual client using "before" and "after" result measures.
As a Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years experience, I provide a caring and compassionate approach. My work is shaped by sound scientific findings. In essence, I offer a service that uniquely blends science with a warm personable approach. Extensive experience and expertise in working with adults, adolescents, children and families allows me to appreciate each individual's concerns, collaboratively work out therapeutic goals so that the person can lead a more fulfilling life. Progress is tracked and shared with each individual client using "before" and "after" result measures.
Welcome! I understand how uncomfortable and difficult it can be to reach out for help, and you have taken the most difficult step already. I’m happy to support you in your healing journey – you don’t have to do this alone. I support youth and adults around issues with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and relationship issues. I’m also a proud ally of the LGBTQ2S+ community.
Welcome! I understand how uncomfortable and difficult it can be to reach out for help, and you have taken the most difficult step already. I’m happy to support you in your healing journey – you don’t have to do this alone. I support youth and adults around issues with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and relationship issues. I’m also a proud ally of the LGBTQ2S+ community.
Hi there! I’m Tavneet, the eldest daughter of an immigrant family. My identity was shaped around the role I played in my family. As a Registered Psychotherapist I offer in-person and virtual at Himmat Counselling Centre. I have experience in supporting individuals (8 years old and up) and couples. I view therapy as a collaborative approach where we work together to best help you and the relationships in your life. I hope to create an environment that is safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic for you to share in. In our work together, you will come to find my approach is rooted in cultural sensitivity, consideration and collaboration.
Hi there! I’m Tavneet, the eldest daughter of an immigrant family. My identity was shaped around the role I played in my family. As a Registered Psychotherapist I offer in-person and virtual at Himmat Counselling Centre. I have experience in supporting individuals (8 years old and up) and couples. I view therapy as a collaborative approach where we work together to best help you and the relationships in your life. I hope to create an environment that is safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic for you to share in. In our work together, you will come to find my approach is rooted in cultural sensitivity, consideration and collaboration.
Welcome! Let me start out by telling you what I tell all my potential clients: Therapy is such an individual process and so much of it has to do with finding the right therapist. Many of us have similar training and areas of expertise but we all differ in personality. I want to use this space here to give you an idea of my vibe and approach. I’m a little quirky with a gentle approach and strong ability to challenge you and explore with you. I can sit with you in heavy spaces, difficult feelings, and complex thoughts.
Welcome! Let me start out by telling you what I tell all my potential clients: Therapy is such an individual process and so much of it has to do with finding the right therapist. Many of us have similar training and areas of expertise but we all differ in personality. I want to use this space here to give you an idea of my vibe and approach. I’m a little quirky with a gentle approach and strong ability to challenge you and explore with you. I can sit with you in heavy spaces, difficult feelings, and complex thoughts.
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What are the common treatment options for personality disorders?
Personality disorders are typically treated with psychotherapy, sometimes in conjunction with medication. Therapy can help people with personality disorders develop skills to tolerate difficult emotions, navigate interpersonal relationships, and solidify their sense of self. Medications can treat symptoms that co-occur with the disorder, such as depression, anger, aggression, and impulsivity.
When to seek treatment for personality disorders?
Even though treatment for personality disorders can be an uphill battle, it’s best to seek help if you suspect that you or a loved one is struggling with one, because personality disorders can create substantial problems in life. Symptoms depend on the specific disorder, but overall signs of personality disorders include consistent difficulty maintaining close relationships, dramatic variations in self-esteem, and an unstable sense of identity.
How long does therapy take for personality disorders?
The timeline for treating personality disorders isn’t as clear-cut as it is for other disorders. Change can be difficult, taking from around one year to five, 10, or more. The key is finding a therapist who has extensive experience treating the relevant disorder. For example, a psychologist who specialises in narcissistic personality disorder has specific communication strategies that allow them to sustain the relationship and be more effective with narcissistic patients.
Can therapy help people with personality disorders?
Research suggests that for those who are motivated to address concerns or interpersonal conflict related to a personality disorder, therapy is far more effective than no treatment, and that most people in therapy see improvements. However, since personality disorders involve entrenched elements of identity, they are less responsive to treatment than are other mental health conditions. Finding an expert who has extensive experience working with a given personality disorder is one factor that increases the likelihood of successful treatment.