Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in North York, ON
Do you struggle with sleep or feel overwhelmed by life’s challenges and need a safe space to process your thoughts and emotions?
I tailor my approach to your unique needs, integrating evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. My specialties include helping individuals manage anxiety and depression, navigate life transitions, and improve their relationships.
Do you struggle with sleep or feel overwhelmed by life’s challenges and need a safe space to process your thoughts and emotions?
I tailor my approach to your unique needs, integrating evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. My specialties include helping individuals manage anxiety and depression, navigate life transitions, and improve their relationships.
I’m a Registered Clinical and Health Psychologist working with adults experiencing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia, and the psychological impact of medical conditions.
My work is grounded in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), but is always tailored to the individual. Sessions are active, focused, and goal-oriented, with an emphasis on identifying what is maintaining the problem and developing strategies that lead to meaningful, lasting change - not just short-term relief.
I’m a Registered Clinical and Health Psychologist working with adults experiencing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia, and the psychological impact of medical conditions.
My work is grounded in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), but is always tailored to the individual. Sessions are active, focused, and goal-oriented, with an emphasis on identifying what is maintaining the problem and developing strategies that lead to meaningful, lasting change - not just short-term relief.
I will be there for you, to understand you and give you lots of room for whatever comes up. I work with people who have experienced trauma, pain, and are struggling to make meaning. If you wonder whether your therapist is going to be able to hold space for everything you're bringing, I'm a good fit for you. Whether it's anger, shame, hopelessness, thoughts of death, or things you never told anyone, I will be there and I can help you hold it. I believe in the inherent dignity of all people, and it shows. I am also solution-focused. We do not just sit with pain, we figure out how to make meaning together, so you can live well again.
I will be there for you, to understand you and give you lots of room for whatever comes up. I work with people who have experienced trauma, pain, and are struggling to make meaning. If you wonder whether your therapist is going to be able to hold space for everything you're bringing, I'm a good fit for you. Whether it's anger, shame, hopelessness, thoughts of death, or things you never told anyone, I will be there and I can help you hold it. I believe in the inherent dignity of all people, and it shows. I am also solution-focused. We do not just sit with pain, we figure out how to make meaning together, so you can live well again.
I tend to work with athletes and performers who care deeply about what they do and feel the pressure that comes with it. They may be dealing with performance anxiety, confidence dips, difficulty focusing under pressure, injury recovery, burnout, or shifts in identity tied to sport or performance.
At times, this can show up as second-guessing yourself or losing confidence, especially when coming back from an injury or stepping into a new or higher-level performance environment. My goal is to help you feel steadier under pressure, trust yourself again, and perform in a way that feels sustainable, balanced, and confident.
I tend to work with athletes and performers who care deeply about what they do and feel the pressure that comes with it. They may be dealing with performance anxiety, confidence dips, difficulty focusing under pressure, injury recovery, burnout, or shifts in identity tied to sport or performance.
At times, this can show up as second-guessing yourself or losing confidence, especially when coming back from an injury or stepping into a new or higher-level performance environment. My goal is to help you feel steadier under pressure, trust yourself again, and perform in a way that feels sustainable, balanced, and confident.
Therapy for Adults, Children, Couples, and Families – In-Person and Online
Are you looking for professional support to navigate life's challenges? I offer psychotherapy for adults, children, couples, and families, available both face-to-face and online. My approach is humanistic, focusing on emotions, inner experiences, and self-awareness. Together, we will explore your thoughts and feelings with curiosity and compassion.
Whatever you're feeling – it's valid, it's important, and it matters. The more deeply you understand yourself, the more empowered you become to make mindful choices and handle life's complexities.
Therapy for Adults, Children, Couples, and Families – In-Person and Online
Are you looking for professional support to navigate life's challenges? I offer psychotherapy for adults, children, couples, and families, available both face-to-face and online. My approach is humanistic, focusing on emotions, inner experiences, and self-awareness. Together, we will explore your thoughts and feelings with curiosity and compassion.
Whatever you're feeling – it's valid, it's important, and it matters. The more deeply you understand yourself, the more empowered you become to make mindful choices and handle life's complexities.
Life is full of changes, losses, transitions, and trials that can feel cruel and overwhelming. Navigating the stress and uncertainty of these experiences can often be daunting and may require more than just personal strength; it’s okay to seek support. I firmly believe that everyone possesses the potential for growth and transformation. Therapy serves as a valuable tool to help unlock that potential, providing a safe space to explore feelings, gain insights, and develop coping strategies. Together, we can work through the challenges you face, empowering you to emerge stronger and more resilient.
Life is full of changes, losses, transitions, and trials that can feel cruel and overwhelming. Navigating the stress and uncertainty of these experiences can often be daunting and may require more than just personal strength; it’s okay to seek support. I firmly believe that everyone possesses the potential for growth and transformation. Therapy serves as a valuable tool to help unlock that potential, providing a safe space to explore feelings, gain insights, and develop coping strategies. Together, we can work through the challenges you face, empowering you to emerge stronger and more resilient.
I have an additional specialty in infant, toddler and child sleep.
Life is better when you feel good and in control. I believe that to be helpful, our work has to make sense to you in your life. Together, we will discuss what is important to you while we bring balance, fulfilment and a sense of well being back to your life. I help children, young adults and adults thrive in their daily lives while managing a variety of issues such as stress & anxiety, relationships, life transitions and children's emotional, social and behavior challenges.
I have an additional specialty in infant, toddler and child sleep.
Life is better when you feel good and in control. I believe that to be helpful, our work has to make sense to you in your life. Together, we will discuss what is important to you while we bring balance, fulfilment and a sense of well being back to your life. I help children, young adults and adults thrive in their daily lives while managing a variety of issues such as stress & anxiety, relationships, life transitions and children's emotional, social and behavior challenges.
I trust pain is inevitable, but suffering is an option. In fact, what is right with us is greater than what is wrong with us. I help clients access their resilience, motivation, self-agency, self-determination, and inner goodness to reconstruct their narratives & live meaningful contented lives. I am Registered Psychotherapist; Registered Marriage & Family Therapist, & NIHB approved therapist (for Indigenous persons); working as a Clinical Therapist with CMHA. I have extensive experience in CBT, DBT, Couples Therapy, Sex Therapy (sexual dysfunction & sexual offence), Addictions (drugs, gambling), Forensic Therapy (minor crimes, DUI)
I trust pain is inevitable, but suffering is an option. In fact, what is right with us is greater than what is wrong with us. I help clients access their resilience, motivation, self-agency, self-determination, and inner goodness to reconstruct their narratives & live meaningful contented lives. I am Registered Psychotherapist; Registered Marriage & Family Therapist, & NIHB approved therapist (for Indigenous persons); working as a Clinical Therapist with CMHA. I have extensive experience in CBT, DBT, Couples Therapy, Sex Therapy (sexual dysfunction & sexual offence), Addictions (drugs, gambling), Forensic Therapy (minor crimes, DUI)
I take a client-centered approach that respect people as the authority on their own experiences and recognize the key role that emotions play in our lives. My counseling work is informed by various therapeutic modalities as well as by my extensive clinical experiences, but always with a focus on the uniqueness of each individual. Over the years, I have effectively helped many people adjust for better lives - helping them learn the strategies and tools necessary to resolve their difficulties and build on their strengths.
I take a client-centered approach that respect people as the authority on their own experiences and recognize the key role that emotions play in our lives. My counseling work is informed by various therapeutic modalities as well as by my extensive clinical experiences, but always with a focus on the uniqueness of each individual. Over the years, I have effectively helped many people adjust for better lives - helping them learn the strategies and tools necessary to resolve their difficulties and build on their strengths.
To seek support in overcoming life’s challenges is an act of courage. You may be seeking practical strategies in order to overcome symptoms of anxiety, depression, or trauma. Or, you may be looking for a safe space and support in managing stress, cope with the demands of life, and navigate difficulties in relationships with other people. I have helped many clients to grow, develop insights, learn new tools, and make strides toward their goals. I would be happy to be a support to you in overcoming the struggles that are holding you back.
To seek support in overcoming life’s challenges is an act of courage. You may be seeking practical strategies in order to overcome symptoms of anxiety, depression, or trauma. Or, you may be looking for a safe space and support in managing stress, cope with the demands of life, and navigate difficulties in relationships with other people. I have helped many clients to grow, develop insights, learn new tools, and make strides toward their goals. I would be happy to be a support to you in overcoming the struggles that are holding you back.
Do you ever feel like you're alone and no one understands you? Do you feel uncertain and unfulfilled? Negative experiences can leave you feeling this way. They can also raise many unanswered questions and significantly impact your decisions and choices in life. Talk therapy might be the right option for you if you're looking for support and someone to share your experiences with. You can share your experiences and feelings in a safe, non-judgmental space through therapy. This can empower you to embrace your whole self and start your journey towards healing and self-discovery. Take the first step towards your healing journey
Do you ever feel like you're alone and no one understands you? Do you feel uncertain and unfulfilled? Negative experiences can leave you feeling this way. They can also raise many unanswered questions and significantly impact your decisions and choices in life. Talk therapy might be the right option for you if you're looking for support and someone to share your experiences with. You can share your experiences and feelings in a safe, non-judgmental space through therapy. This can empower you to embrace your whole self and start your journey towards healing and self-discovery. Take the first step towards your healing journey
Do you wish to improve your mental health? Therapy has a lot of benefits. With 8 years of education and over 9 years of experience, I have provided therapy to kids, teens, adults, seniors and families across more than 2000 sessions. My ability to facilitate a range of evidence-based therapeutic interventions and strategies ensures culturally sensitive and trauma-informed care throughout your journey. I excel in managing crisis situations with efficiency, providing immediate support, and developing safe plans to ensure client well-being. I am available to answer all your questions and start this process with you.
Do you wish to improve your mental health? Therapy has a lot of benefits. With 8 years of education and over 9 years of experience, I have provided therapy to kids, teens, adults, seniors and families across more than 2000 sessions. My ability to facilitate a range of evidence-based therapeutic interventions and strategies ensures culturally sensitive and trauma-informed care throughout your journey. I excel in managing crisis situations with efficiency, providing immediate support, and developing safe plans to ensure client well-being. I am available to answer all your questions and start this process with you.
With a sensitivity to the unique challenges and issues of moving abroad, I bring diverse tools to help you adapt to the new environment. We can address emotional and relational issues and find ways to support your efforts to build your social network. I have practiced as a registered counselor in China and a registered psychotherapist (RP) in Canada. I completed a Master of Science in Psychology in China. I completed a Master of Pastoral Studies at the University of Toronto, adding a spiritual component to work with those who wish to seek consider problems in a spiritual framework.
With a sensitivity to the unique challenges and issues of moving abroad, I bring diverse tools to help you adapt to the new environment. We can address emotional and relational issues and find ways to support your efforts to build your social network. I have practiced as a registered counselor in China and a registered psychotherapist (RP) in Canada. I completed a Master of Science in Psychology in China. I completed a Master of Pastoral Studies at the University of Toronto, adding a spiritual component to work with those who wish to seek consider problems in a spiritual framework.
At times, we might find ourselves being impacted by anxiety, relationship changes or overwhelming emotions, as a result of life's multitude of journeys (some unprecedented and sudden). If you’re feeling stuck, isolated or unmotivated, please know you’re not alone. Choosing therapy is a courageous first step to get the support you need. You deserve to feel supported and seen. As a Black Muslim woman with Somali heritage, my work is heavily informed by my lived experience. I believe in the transformative power of bearing witness to one another’s stories and experiences.
At times, we might find ourselves being impacted by anxiety, relationship changes or overwhelming emotions, as a result of life's multitude of journeys (some unprecedented and sudden). If you’re feeling stuck, isolated or unmotivated, please know you’re not alone. Choosing therapy is a courageous first step to get the support you need. You deserve to feel supported and seen. As a Black Muslim woman with Somali heritage, my work is heavily informed by my lived experience. I believe in the transformative power of bearing witness to one another’s stories and experiences.
Whether it be a persistent issue or a recent challenge, I believe that every person has the innate capacity for growth and positive change. Through compassion and active-listening, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space that allows for collaboration and self-discovery, so that individuals can achieve their personal goals and lead better lives.
Whether it be a persistent issue or a recent challenge, I believe that every person has the innate capacity for growth and positive change. Through compassion and active-listening, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space that allows for collaboration and self-discovery, so that individuals can achieve their personal goals and lead better lives.
Whether you're facing anxiety, low self-worth, anger, past trauma, or simply feeling overwhelmed by change, my goal is to work together toward building insight, strength, and exploration of meaning/purpose in your unique life. As a practical person myself, I incorporate practical tools drawn from several evidence-based modalities (including EMDR) to help you identify key barriers and move toward meaningful change.
Whether you're facing anxiety, low self-worth, anger, past trauma, or simply feeling overwhelmed by change, my goal is to work together toward building insight, strength, and exploration of meaning/purpose in your unique life. As a practical person myself, I incorporate practical tools drawn from several evidence-based modalities (including EMDR) to help you identify key barriers and move toward meaningful change.
Life is a journey full of ups and downs, twists and turns. So, of course, we all stumble, fall, or get off track along the way. The reasons are numerous, and the stumbles and falls can sometimes feel extremely painful. We can feel confused, stressed, discouraged, and sad. We are all human, and we all need someone to help us along the journey. Let me walk with you and begin the journey to health and healing.
Life is a journey full of ups and downs, twists and turns. So, of course, we all stumble, fall, or get off track along the way. The reasons are numerous, and the stumbles and falls can sometimes feel extremely painful. We can feel confused, stressed, discouraged, and sad. We are all human, and we all need someone to help us along the journey. Let me walk with you and begin the journey to health and healing.
Common problems we treat include vehicular anxiety, chronic pain, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, sleep disturbance, social withdrawal, appetite disturbance, difficulties with memory and concentration, and changes in relationships.
Treatment is provided in a caring and supportive atmosphere using a client-centred approach. This means that we will work towards helping you meet your goals at your pace. If this a motor vehicle related accident all guidelines will be adhered to and billing will be direct to the motor insurance company.
Common problems we treat include vehicular anxiety, chronic pain, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, sleep disturbance, social withdrawal, appetite disturbance, difficulties with memory and concentration, and changes in relationships.
Treatment is provided in a caring and supportive atmosphere using a client-centred approach. This means that we will work towards helping you meet your goals at your pace. If this a motor vehicle related accident all guidelines will be adhered to and billing will be direct to the motor insurance company.
There are places in life that can feel stuck, tight, limiting, and hard to move through. That is often where therapy begins. Therapy can be a place to slow down, to gently notice where you feel blocked, and to begin reconnecting with your own sense of direction and possibility.
There are places in life that can feel stuck, tight, limiting, and hard to move through. That is often where therapy begins. Therapy can be a place to slow down, to gently notice where you feel blocked, and to begin reconnecting with your own sense of direction and possibility.
Have you been feeling stuck? Like, no matter how hard you try, things aren’t shifting the way you hoped. Life has been heavy lately, weighing you down, and those late-night thoughts keep circling, making you wonder what’s missing. Maybe your energy's low, and you slip into comparing, scrolling, or just checking out to cope. Deep down, you know change is possible. That wise inner part needs a little help finding where to start. I understand how hard it can feel doing it on your own.
Have you been feeling stuck? Like, no matter how hard you try, things aren’t shifting the way you hoped. Life has been heavy lately, weighing you down, and those late-night thoughts keep circling, making you wonder what’s missing. Maybe your energy's low, and you slip into comparing, scrolling, or just checking out to cope. Deep down, you know change is possible. That wise inner part needs a little help finding where to start. I understand how hard it can feel doing it on your own.
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Nearby Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors Searches for North York
- Concord
- East York
- Etobicoke
- Maple
- Markham
- Richmond Hill
- Scarborough
- Thornhill
- Toronto
- Unionville
- Vaughan
- Woodbridge
Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.