In Person Therapists in Oakville, ON
Dr. Ayad assists adults with a wide variety of concerns. She helps adults reduce their anxiety and manage stress. She has experience working with adults who worry, have social anxiety, panic, OCD, or a phobia. She also assists adults who are struggling with low mood and depression. The adults she works with manage a variety of life stressors such as relationship distress, illness, grief or stress in their job or at school. Dr. Ayad has particular knowledge and skill in assisting clients with PTSD. Best practices in the treatment of PTSD was the focus of her doctoral research.
Dr. Ayad assists adults with a wide variety of concerns. She helps adults reduce their anxiety and manage stress. She has experience working with adults who worry, have social anxiety, panic, OCD, or a phobia. She also assists adults who are struggling with low mood and depression. The adults she works with manage a variety of life stressors such as relationship distress, illness, grief or stress in their job or at school. Dr. Ayad has particular knowledge and skill in assisting clients with PTSD. Best practices in the treatment of PTSD was the focus of her doctoral research.
Not feeling like yourself lately? You may be overwhelmed, stuck, or navigating anxiety, grief, a life transition, new parenthood, or changes you’re struggling to make sense of. Together, we can explore what’s happening and reconnect with what matters to you.
Struggling in your relationship? We can explore patterns, move from blame toward understanding, and strengthen connection and communication.
I offer a thoughtful, collaborative space where you can feel heard and find a way forward that feels like your own.
Not feeling like yourself lately? You may be overwhelmed, stuck, or navigating anxiety, grief, a life transition, new parenthood, or changes you’re struggling to make sense of. Together, we can explore what’s happening and reconnect with what matters to you.
Struggling in your relationship? We can explore patterns, move from blame toward understanding, and strengthen connection and communication.
I offer a thoughtful, collaborative space where you can feel heard and find a way forward that feels like your own.
Being human is hard work and you don't have to do it alone. Whether you are facing life-changing events or deepening your relationship with yourself, you deserve a safe, nurturing, and non-judgmental space for healing and growth. I have deep respect for your wisdom and I aspire for curiosity, compassion, and collaboration to shape our work together. My privilege as your therapist will be to support the part(s) of you that yearns for change and growth while also honouring the part(s) of you that hold hope cautiously.
Being human is hard work and you don't have to do it alone. Whether you are facing life-changing events or deepening your relationship with yourself, you deserve a safe, nurturing, and non-judgmental space for healing and growth. I have deep respect for your wisdom and I aspire for curiosity, compassion, and collaboration to shape our work together. My privilege as your therapist will be to support the part(s) of you that yearns for change and growth while also honouring the part(s) of you that hold hope cautiously.
Dr. Mattina is the Co-Director of the Oakville Centre for Cognitive Therapy. He is a Registered Clinical and Rehabilitation Psychologist who works with adults. His clinical training took place at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), including positions within the Psychological Trauma Program, the Anxiety Disorders Clinic, and the Clinical Research Laboratory. Dr. Mattina has previously held teaching positions at McMaster University within the Department of Psychology, Neuroscience, and Behaviour. COVID UPDATE: TELEPHONE and SECURE VIDEO options are available. We are ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS.
Dr. Mattina is the Co-Director of the Oakville Centre for Cognitive Therapy. He is a Registered Clinical and Rehabilitation Psychologist who works with adults. His clinical training took place at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), including positions within the Psychological Trauma Program, the Anxiety Disorders Clinic, and the Clinical Research Laboratory. Dr. Mattina has previously held teaching positions at McMaster University within the Department of Psychology, Neuroscience, and Behaviour. COVID UPDATE: TELEPHONE and SECURE VIDEO options are available. We are ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS.
I am offering online therapy for the month of August, and will be offering in person and online for September 2026.
I practice from a strength based and client-centred approach, based on each person's individual needs and experience. I recognize that support looks different for each person and believe in meeting you where you are and working in collaboration to best achieve your goals.
I am offering online therapy for the month of August, and will be offering in person and online for September 2026.
I practice from a strength based and client-centred approach, based on each person's individual needs and experience. I recognize that support looks different for each person and believe in meeting you where you are and working in collaboration to best achieve your goals.
I have online and in-person availability!
Welcome to my page! Are you struggling with a breakup, romantic and friendship challenges, loneliness, pregnancy anxiety, navigating postpartum as a new parent, school stress, or ADHD? Then, I would be honoured to work with you! While we work together, you can expect a warm and safe place to identify and explore all of your doubts, confusion, curiosities and triggers. Relationships can be our haven from these traumas, but they can also be the cause of our distress. Relational-based therapy can be a brilliant place to slow down and examine our thinking patterns, feelings, and behaviours in the present moment.
I have online and in-person availability!
Welcome to my page! Are you struggling with a breakup, romantic and friendship challenges, loneliness, pregnancy anxiety, navigating postpartum as a new parent, school stress, or ADHD? Then, I would be honoured to work with you! While we work together, you can expect a warm and safe place to identify and explore all of your doubts, confusion, curiosities and triggers. Relationships can be our haven from these traumas, but they can also be the cause of our distress. Relational-based therapy can be a brilliant place to slow down and examine our thinking patterns, feelings, and behaviours in the present moment.
In-person at our Oakville location and online therapy is available across Ontario.
First Step Men’s Therapy specializes in supporting men who feel overwhelmed, disconnected or stuck. Our therapists work with anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, ADHD, addictions, relationship concerns, intimacy and major life transitions. We offer practical, evidence-informed individual and couples therapy in Oakville, with online sessions available.
In-person at our Oakville location and online therapy is available across Ontario.
First Step Men’s Therapy specializes in supporting men who feel overwhelmed, disconnected or stuck. Our therapists work with anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, ADHD, addictions, relationship concerns, intimacy and major life transitions. We offer practical, evidence-informed individual and couples therapy in Oakville, with online sessions available.
On Tues/Thurs I offer virtual/ in-person at Active Care Oakville.
Maybe you’ve been feeling a little disconnected lately. From yourself, your relationships, or the person you thought you’d be by now. Maybe you’re trying to understand why you feel the way you do, or why the same patterns keep showing up. You might find yourself overthinking your relationships, struggling to understand your reactions, repeating patterns you wish you could break, or questioning what you need. Perhaps you’re navigating a breakup, relationship difficulties, a life transition, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself. Therapy can offer a place to slow down and understand what’s happening beneath the surface.
On Tues/Thurs I offer virtual/ in-person at Active Care Oakville.
Maybe you’ve been feeling a little disconnected lately. From yourself, your relationships, or the person you thought you’d be by now. Maybe you’re trying to understand why you feel the way you do, or why the same patterns keep showing up. You might find yourself overthinking your relationships, struggling to understand your reactions, repeating patterns you wish you could break, or questioning what you need. Perhaps you’re navigating a breakup, relationship difficulties, a life transition, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself. Therapy can offer a place to slow down and understand what’s happening beneath the surface.
Phone, virtual and in person counselling services are available.
I am a Registered Social Worker with over 20 years experience providing clinical supports and interventions to adults of all ages. Offering a problem-solving approach; collaborating and walking beside you while navigating through real life challenges. I offer interventions/supports related to depression, anxiety, stress management, grief, bereavement, social isolation, family and workplace conflict, self-esteem and women’s issues.
Phone, virtual and in person counselling services are available.
I am a Registered Social Worker with over 20 years experience providing clinical supports and interventions to adults of all ages. Offering a problem-solving approach; collaborating and walking beside you while navigating through real life challenges. I offer interventions/supports related to depression, anxiety, stress management, grief, bereavement, social isolation, family and workplace conflict, self-esteem and women’s issues.
Clients of all ages come to me with a range of concerns, such as marital problems, mood disorders, relationship challenges, parenting struggles and other disturbances. They want the opportunity to tell their stories without judgment, to be asked the right questions, and be heard and understood. With this in mind, clients are assisted in identifying clear attainable goals for personal change in a collaborative manner, and empirically validated methods are used to help them achieve their goals.
Clients of all ages come to me with a range of concerns, such as marital problems, mood disorders, relationship challenges, parenting struggles and other disturbances. They want the opportunity to tell their stories without judgment, to be asked the right questions, and be heard and understood. With this in mind, clients are assisted in identifying clear attainable goals for personal change in a collaborative manner, and empirically validated methods are used to help them achieve their goals.
Do you feel like your mind never slows down? Are you constantly overthinking, expecting the worst, avoiding certain situations, or feeling stuck in cycles of panic, intrusive thoughts, compulsions, or self-doubt? Anxiety and OCD may show up as fear, avoidance, reassurance seeking, perfectionism or big emotions that can be difficult to understand and express. I specialize in helping children, teens, and adults navigate anxiety, OCD, panic, phobias, intrusive thoughts, relationship challenges, and life transitions by helping them manage their symptoms and build the skills to create meaningful and lasting change.
Do you feel like your mind never slows down? Are you constantly overthinking, expecting the worst, avoiding certain situations, or feeling stuck in cycles of panic, intrusive thoughts, compulsions, or self-doubt? Anxiety and OCD may show up as fear, avoidance, reassurance seeking, perfectionism or big emotions that can be difficult to understand and express. I specialize in helping children, teens, and adults navigate anxiety, OCD, panic, phobias, intrusive thoughts, relationship challenges, and life transitions by helping them manage their symptoms and build the skills to create meaningful and lasting change.
Dr. Paolo Mazzonetto is the Clinical Director at The Halton Centre for Cognitive Therapy & Stress Reduction. Paolo provides psychotherapy to children, teens, adults and families and has been helping clients with a wide variety of difficulties including low mood and depression, stress management, worrying and anxiety, OCD, phobias, learning difficulties, ADHD, as well as bullying and/or self-esteem issues. Paolo conducts thorough psycho-educational assessments on children, teens, and adult. He also has particular research and clinical expertise in the diagnosis of Adult ADHD and teaches a variety of strategies to these adults.
Dr. Paolo Mazzonetto is the Clinical Director at The Halton Centre for Cognitive Therapy & Stress Reduction. Paolo provides psychotherapy to children, teens, adults and families and has been helping clients with a wide variety of difficulties including low mood and depression, stress management, worrying and anxiety, OCD, phobias, learning difficulties, ADHD, as well as bullying and/or self-esteem issues. Paolo conducts thorough psycho-educational assessments on children, teens, and adult. He also has particular research and clinical expertise in the diagnosis of Adult ADHD and teaches a variety of strategies to these adults.
Sachi Potnis Daptardar
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MACP
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6J
Sachi works with clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, yet hopeful that change is possible. Many come seeking support with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. At Honu Mental Health, our team offers a grounded, compassionate, client‑centred space where people feel understood and supported. Through evidence‑based, trauma‑informed approaches, we help clients build insight, strengthen emotional resilience, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
Sachi works with clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, yet hopeful that change is possible. Many come seeking support with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. At Honu Mental Health, our team offers a grounded, compassionate, client‑centred space where people feel understood and supported. Through evidence‑based, trauma‑informed approaches, we help clients build insight, strengthen emotional resilience, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
Most of our in-person and virtual services are covered by extended health benefits insurance.
Serving the people of Ontario and Halton Region for more than 20 years, we offer evidence-based therapies with real-world understanding. We’re psychologists and registered psychotherapists who know CBT, EMDR and can do deep, attachment-based work using emotion-focused and relationship-based approaches. We also understand what it’s like to navigate corporate stress, the fear of flying, family challenges and life’s difficult transitions.
Our team includes therapists who have corporate and public-service backgrounds, so we understand workplace dynamics and the challenges of leadership from experience.
Most of our in-person and virtual services are covered by extended health benefits insurance.
Serving the people of Ontario and Halton Region for more than 20 years, we offer evidence-based therapies with real-world understanding. We’re psychologists and registered psychotherapists who know CBT, EMDR and can do deep, attachment-based work using emotion-focused and relationship-based approaches. We also understand what it’s like to navigate corporate stress, the fear of flying, family challenges and life’s difficult transitions.
Our team includes therapists who have corporate and public-service backgrounds, so we understand workplace dynamics and the challenges of leadership from experience.
I offer a safe space with in-person or virtual appointments to suit your schedule.
Do you ever feel like you're not really connected to yourself or others? Do you always put your own needs last? Maybe you're wondering if life could be happier and less confusing. Nowadays, a lot of people are feeling worried and unsure about how to handle their relationships, jobs, and just life in general. Ignoring your own needs and not taking time for yourself can cause problems for your mind and body. I believe life shouldn't have to be so tough. My goal is to help you learn how to make life better and easier, step by step.
I offer a safe space with in-person or virtual appointments to suit your schedule.
Do you ever feel like you're not really connected to yourself or others? Do you always put your own needs last? Maybe you're wondering if life could be happier and less confusing. Nowadays, a lot of people are feeling worried and unsure about how to handle their relationships, jobs, and just life in general. Ignoring your own needs and not taking time for yourself can cause problems for your mind and body. I believe life shouldn't have to be so tough. My goal is to help you learn how to make life better and easier, step by step.
My name is Stephanie Tenhaeff and I am a Registered Psychotherapist, Board Certifed Executive Coach and Health /Wellness Coach. I have been in the Health and Wellness space for over 30 years. I understand the challenges facing executives, professionals, individuals and students seeking personal and professional growth. I am committed to providing a safe and compassionate environment where we can work together to create change in your life, as well as to bounce back post pandemic with hope and optimism. My therapeutic approach is influenced by neuroscience, positive psychology and mindfulness.
My name is Stephanie Tenhaeff and I am a Registered Psychotherapist, Board Certifed Executive Coach and Health /Wellness Coach. I have been in the Health and Wellness space for over 30 years. I understand the challenges facing executives, professionals, individuals and students seeking personal and professional growth. I am committed to providing a safe and compassionate environment where we can work together to create change in your life, as well as to bounce back post pandemic with hope and optimism. My therapeutic approach is influenced by neuroscience, positive psychology and mindfulness.
Award-winning clinic of psychologists, psychotherapists, and counselors in multiple locations, including Toronto.
Award-winning clinic of psychologists, psychotherapists, and counselors in multiple locations, including Toronto.
I offer therapy sessions in-person and online and have daytime and evening availability.
I provide therapy to children (including early years), teens, and adults, often working with individuals and families that are looking for support with anxiety, depression, trauma, parent-child relationships, social skills, and behaviour. I seek to understand your experience and will journey alongside you in an empathetic and non-judgemental way, supporting you in developing new insights, recognizing patterns, building coping skills, repairing relationships, responding to challenging behaviours, and improving communication. I aim to make the therapy space feel safe, engaging, inviting, and comfortable for all.
I offer therapy sessions in-person and online and have daytime and evening availability.
I provide therapy to children (including early years), teens, and adults, often working with individuals and families that are looking for support with anxiety, depression, trauma, parent-child relationships, social skills, and behaviour. I seek to understand your experience and will journey alongside you in an empathetic and non-judgemental way, supporting you in developing new insights, recognizing patterns, building coping skills, repairing relationships, responding to challenging behaviours, and improving communication. I aim to make the therapy space feel safe, engaging, inviting, and comfortable for all.
Thank you for being here! Are you dealing with the effects of trauma, relationship issues, addiction, or just feeling overwhelmed? No matter how big or small the problem seems, I would be honoured to support you on this journey. In our work together, we can unpack your emotions and triggers, and use the tools you have within yourself to guide change. I’ll provide a space for you to slow down and explore the patterns affecting your life. I also focus on emotions, because changing your thoughts doesn’t always change how you feel. Together, we can work through these core issues, helping you build a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Thank you for being here! Are you dealing with the effects of trauma, relationship issues, addiction, or just feeling overwhelmed? No matter how big or small the problem seems, I would be honoured to support you on this journey. In our work together, we can unpack your emotions and triggers, and use the tools you have within yourself to guide change. I’ll provide a space for you to slow down and explore the patterns affecting your life. I also focus on emotions, because changing your thoughts doesn’t always change how you feel. Together, we can work through these core issues, helping you build a more fulfilling and balanced life.
The more we talk about things, the easier it becomes. Sometimes we fear that if we share difficult information we'll be negatively judged. Please know that you won't be judged or thought of negatively in therapy. My goal is to build an environment of mutual respect, collaboration, positive communication and a space for learning and exploring.
The more we talk about things, the easier it becomes. Sometimes we fear that if we share difficult information we'll be negatively judged. Please know that you won't be judged or thought of negatively in therapy. My goal is to build an environment of mutual respect, collaboration, positive communication and a space for learning and exploring.
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FAQ - About In Person Therapy
What are the benefits of in-person therapy?
In-person therapy offers several benefits that some people find highly valuable for their mental health treatment. Being present in the same room as your therapist can create a stronger sense of connection and allow for more nuanced communication through body language. Some people may also find it easier to focus in therapy when they are in a dedicated space and away from potential distractions related to home or work; attending an in-person session provides a clear boundary between therapy time and the rest of your life. For certain therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), exposure therapy, or somatic therapy, being in person may be particularly important, as these therapies benefit from the therapist being able to observe and respond to a client’s physical cues effectively. Additionally, some individuals simply feel more comfortable discussing sensitive or painful topics when they are face-to-face with their therapist rather than on a screen.
When should I choose in-person therapy over online therapy?
In-person therapy may be a better choice when you need a structured therapeutic environment separate from your daily life, when you find it difficult to focus or feel comfortable in an online setting, or when privacy at home is a concern. It may also be more appropriate if you are dealing with severe mental health symptoms that require close monitoring or if your therapy involves approaches that rely heavily on observing physical cues. On the other hand, if convenience, scheduling flexibility, or access to specialists outside your immediate area are priorities, online therapy may be a better fit. Many therapists offer both options, so you can also discuss with a provider which format might work best for your specific situation.
How do I find an in-person therapist?
You can use Psychology Today's therapist directory to find an in-person therapist in your area. You can search by location, insurance accepted, specialty areas, therapeutic approaches, and other criteria to narrow down providers who meet your needs. Each therapist profile includes information about their credentials, areas of expertise, and whether they offer in-person sessions. Once you have identified potential therapists, you can contact them directly through the directory to schedule an initial consultation and determine whether they are a good fit before committing to ongoing treatment. When reaching out, it can be helpful to confirm their availability for in-person appointments, their office location, and whether they accept your insurance.

