Relationship Issues Therapists in North York, ON

When you’re feeling sad, angry, or frustrated in an important relationship—whether it's with your partner, your children, or with yourself after a divorce or big transition—it’s impossible to enjoy your life. All your energy goes towards managing those difficult emotions, and you feel drained, stressed-out, lonely, and scared. What’s worse, everything else suffers, too: sleep, work, and most important, your children. If this is where you are today, you are not alone. Most of us never learned how to create warm, connected relationships that help us grow. Fortunately these skills CAN be learned—and it doesn't take that long!

I am a Registered Social Worker with a passion for supporting individuals who have experienced intergenerational trauma. Do you fear disappointing anyone? Are you highly critical of yourself? Do you feel responsible for how others feel? Are you great at taking care of others but struggle to recognize your own needs? Impacts of childhood family trauma can be pervasive and show up in our adult lives in the form of anxiety, depression, family and relationship conflicts, and low self-esteem/self-worth.

Unexplained feelings, heavy burdens, challenging relationships, complicated issues, and overwhelming anxieties - you may have been trying to cope with one of these things and have wanted to escape from your problems. But the good news is, there is still hope, and I am here to help. As a social worker/psychotherapist specializing in Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD, Relationship issues, I have worked with different groups of people, specifically individuals, families and transitional-aged youths from diverse backgrounds. I have seen all kinds of difficulties and, in fact, have also experienced these feelings firsthand.

Lee works with couples on a wide range of personal issues and relationship conflicts. Lee's draws from a variety of psycho-therapeutic understandings, including psychodynamic, attachment theory, and contemporary concepts of psycho- and neurobiology. Education and training in various approaches allows Lee to put the specific needs and issues of the individual client first rather than fitting the client into a specific framework. Lee is a PACT certified couples therapist. Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (Stan Tatkin)

Specializing in ADHD, Anxiety, Interpersonal Relationships, and Stress Management. Finding the right fit in a therapist can be challenging and I am so glad you are here! I am a registered social worker with over 10 years of experience specializing in working with adolescents and young adults (16-40) through the transitions and experiences that are part of this time of life. I emphasize the importance of collaboration, and use a client centered approach focused on a strong therapeutic relationship. My approach is rooted in logic, and focused on helping you draw meaningful connections between the different pieces of your own life.

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, anger, or feeling overwhelmed with life's challenges? I provide a non-judgemental, supportive environment where clients can feel safe exploring their most difficult issues and gain some clarity on directions for change. I have successfully helped numerous clients enhance self-awareness, discover their inherent strengths, and boost resilience to meet the complex demands of modern-day life.

I have been in practice as a clinical social worker for over thirty years. I graduated with a Masters degree in Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University in 1979. I also have an undergraduate degree in social work . I specialize in individual marital and family counselling. Counselling is offered but not limited to issues of grief,loss,anger,anxiety,depression, post traumatic stress ,life transitions, separation and divorce, infidelity, child care issues, parenting and relationship issues. I also offer ante and post natal counselling such as post partum and ante natal issues of depression and anxiety. My clinical approach is eclectic.

Help for anger, ADHD, and ADHD-related relationship challenges. I provide counselling for adults, teens, and children struggling with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and ADHD. I also provide counselling, support, and guidance for family members of individuals with ADHD to help navigate the many challenges and concerns that come up in relationships impacted by ADHD. I’m committed to working with my clients in a way that helps them feel truly heard and understood and helping people move towards real change in their lives.

Are you searching for an anti-colonial healing experience? Do you want to heal parts of self through a different perspective? Or are you struggling with intersectional issues and traumas that impact important relationships and connections in your life? Or are you just ready to live your best life? The Wounded Healer is about 'Indigenous relational healing' and it starts from within. It's for anyone who wants to heal the hurt we carry inside, impacting the relationship we have with ourselves and others. it is also, for anyone who's life experiences and/or traumas impact our most valued relationships, and connections we have in life.

Do you feel overwhelmed when trying to find a healthy balance between your work life and your personal life? Do you find that your relationships have been affected as a result of your stress or anxiety? We tend to feel hopeless, exhausted, and defeated when we feel like we are battling our difficulties alone. My goal is to work with you to help you overcome your struggles, as well as to guide you towards making the changes in your life that you have envisioned.

Whatever goes up, usually comes down. But sometimes, when life’s challenges come, you wonder if they will ever go away. Life comes in stages, one can swing between thriving and surviving. The challenges of life can be overwhelming and steal our joy. How are you feeling today? Anxious? Afraid? Are you going through a life transition such as divorce, immigration, breakup, grief, job loss, parenting stress, or just simply weighed down? What’s keeping you awake at night? Sometimes one just needs to talk to someone who understands. Regardless of your circumstances, a fulfilling life is still possible. Let's work together to get there.

Anxiety is a mode of being, our call for growth. We find ourselves in a world and relate to our surroundings through desire and care. Within the frame of our cultural conditioning, we tend to invest in people and things that foster attachments. Out of these attachments and the desire to pursue the sort of happiness that we are conditioned to thrive for emerges a sense of dependency that often deprives us of the opportunity to actualize our true potentials.

Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, conflicted, confused, suffering with anxiety, unprocessed grief, trauma or loss? I have tremendous faith in the resiliency of the human spirit and our capacity for greater awareness. In an intuitive, practical, compassionate and creative way, I offer the tools for you to effectively respond to personal, emotional, relationship and workplace challenges. I counsel older adolescents, adults, parents, couples, and families to deepen awareness, gain confidence and discover new strategies and perspectives. A greater sense of wellbeing is attainable.

I provide "Couples Intensives", helping couples in making their relationship the best it can be...all the way to those who cannot decide, "Should I Stay or Should I Go?" Bring your painful and complicated life-stories including family of origin trauma, affairs, addictions, boundary and self-esteem issues, and sexuality concerns. Come for a full day intensive, or to a series of 4-6, two to three hour couple's sessions, using a Relational Life Therapy approach, (Terry Real) because you just don't feel close anymore!

I have been working with individuals and couples in academic, hospital and private settings since 2003. I completed my Master's and Doctorate degrees in counseling and psychotherapy from the University of Toronto. I continue to be committed to professional learning and development to ensure being a competent and inclusive therapist. I practice relational-cultural therapy focusing on how individuals relate to themselves and to others.

Do you find yourself overwhelmed by anxiety, unsure of its origin, and constantly doubting your choices and abilities? Let's embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and healing together. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, stress, or relationship challenges, I'm here to walk alongside you every step of the way. Together, we honor every aspect of your identity and experiences as we navigate this mental health journey.

Carrie Mazzei, RP, and Sareen Cagliuzun, RSW, and team together have over 18 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families struggling with a spectrum of mental health challenges. Our goal is to help clients shift from a mindset of ‘just getting by’ to actively living a more balanced and meaningful life. We don’t believe in a one size fits all approach and believe that you are the expert of yourself and your needs. You know where you hope to end up, and our job is to help you get there. Counselling can be provided virtually, at our private space, or in the comfort of your own home.

I believe you have the innate capacity to unlock your true potential and move toward fulfilling your desires. Whether you've been grappling with difficult circumstances, feeling confused or overwhelmed by too many demands or burdened by your relationships, my years of experience with evidence based cutting edge approaches will guide you toward possibilities you couldn’t see before. Our therapeutic relationship is the foundation of safety and trust that will pave the way for you to learn how to feel more confident in yourself, more at ease with others, and better at navigating the inevitable ups and downs of life.

Are you feeling stuck in your relationship or marriage? Do you find it difficult to communicate with your partner? Life can bring us moments when experiencing overwhelming feelings can seem unbearable. No matter how big or small these situations might be, you do not have to struggle alone. I offer a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space to support you in navigating and exploring these uncomfortable emotions.