Racial Identity Therapists in Oakville, ON

We are a team of Registered Social Workers, Registered Psychotherapists, Registered Marriage and Family Therapists and Interns who offer individual, couple and family therapy. We offer a safe, non-judgemental environment where we generate conversations that facilitate new possibilities for you, your relationships and life. We are committed to hearing, supporting and gently but appropriately challenging you. We utilize different approaches (including but not limited to person-centred, emotion-focused, solution focused, narrative, CBT etc.) based on the uniqueness of clients, and their needs and hopes for our work together.

Are you feeling weighed down by life’s challenges? Trying to navigate your racial identity or BIPOC experiences? Have you or a loved one had a recent serious illness diagnosis or experiencing grief or loss? Or are you finding it challenging to reach out for support as a male when society has told you to always remain stoic? Welcome to the first step in exploring and creating change in your life. I know that searching for support that fits your needs can be challenging, but I am proud of you to have made it here, and I am honoured that I can possibly work with you to support you in creating that change!

Welcome & Hello. My name is Kimberly Cato and I am the Registered Psychotherapist who has been Founder & CEO of True Roots Counselling Services for more than 25 years. It is my passion, my heart’s delight, to come alongside people blindsided and overwhelmed by life-altering circumstances and empower them to Transform Their Trauma Into Triumph. We are SO very delighted that you have made the difficult & courageous decision to reach out for help. Here at True Roots Counselling Services, we offer Individual, Couples, Family & Group Therapy and various Therapeutic Programs strategically designed through a trauma-informed lens.

You may have those moments - times when you're sad or frustrated, or struggling with the ups and downs of life. These moments can sometimes pass fairly quickly. And other times, they may not. I am deeply respectful of this journey you're on - where you've come from, what you've been through, and where you'd like to be. In a space of safety and honesty, it is my hope that together we can explore those tough moments and gain a better understanding of the blocks to achieving your therapy goals.

Hi, I’m Harjeet. Thank you for visiting my profile and exploring the possibility to connect with each other. I’ve been working in the field of Social Work for 20+ years. I’ve had the privilege to work with people from many walks of life, across a broad range of concerns, including, grief and loss, depression and anxiety, intimate partner violence, relationship concerns, and social inequities. Co-creating peaceful, collaborative and respectful connections are important in my practice. I use many approaches, but specialize in Narrative therapy.

Welcome! I'm Raei (ray) of Sunshine, Black-identified and African. As a client, you realize there is more to life and come ready to do the work of expanding into the Being you really are. As your Psychotherapist, I create a safe space to explore You whilst navigating challenges that impact your Mental Wellness such as, daily stressors, past and current traumas, habits and relationships that no longer serve your highest good, and anything else impressed upon you. I’ll meet you where you are at, and take you to where you want to be. (Mental Wellness; Black Community Mental Health; Law of Attraction; Mindfulness)

Reaching out for support can be a very challenging task but it is also the first step to get you closer to living your preferred life. In therapy, we will work together to clarify your life's vision, explore what is getting in the way of you reaching your goals, identify what skills and strengths you have to overcome these barriers, while also learning new skills and ways of thinking. During this process, I am committed to creating a respectful space where you will feel heard, acknowledged, supported and understood. I work with clients of all ages, backgrounds and identities and strive to create a safe and inclusive space for all.

I provide in-person and virtual individual therapy for teens, young adults, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, stressors around life transitions, and self-esteem issues. I aim to foster a warm and non-judgemental space where you feel safe to explore and connect with yourself. I am here to meet you where you are at and support you as you embark on your healing journey.

My aim is to create a warm and supportive environment where clients are enabled to seek positive change and growth. My practice is rooted in the fundamental principles of adaptability, by giving clients the necessary tools to navigate their unique challenges while framing treatment planning with cultural sensitivity, religious values and an awareness of individual needs.

Are you someone who's mood changes with the weather? Are you anxious about the body expectations that come with the summer months? Well, you are not alone. While the warm weather means less winter blues, it can also bring on some pressures to fit a certain body type and follow restrictive diets. Unfortunately, this strained relationship with food and our bodies can have a severe impact on our mood and overall wellbeing. Book a free consultation now to discuss how you can have a healthier life balance that allows for self-trust and enjoyment of food and experiences while maintaining nutritional choices and confidence in your body.

Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Do you feel like your mind is constantly running? Do you feel that this is impacting your mood and behaviour? If this sounds familiar and you would like some help, then you are doing the right thing reading this right now. Dealing with any of these concerns can be really tiring and seeking a therapist that is a good fit can be daunting. I help individuals understand and manage their concerns related to self-esteem, anxiety or depression. My approach to therapy is to help you with your concerns by offering a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment using evidence-based techniques.

I offer therapeutic services to individuals and families throughout Ontario, encompassing a diverse range of age groups, from young children, and adolescents to adults. I work with clients dealing with problems related to anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, grief and loss, emotion regulation and behavioural difficulties, autism, multicultural issues, ADHD, self-harm, sexuality and gender, parenting, and life crises and transitions. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) at East lake Centre, working under the supervision of Dr. Karina Zorzella (Clinical Psychologist).

Do you struggle to feel connected to your authentic self or make sense of who you are in the world? I have been there, too. Through my own life experiences, and from the work I've done with my courageous clients, I have an understanding of how psychological pain and distress impact every aspect of our daily lives, relationships and self-concept. While the effects of this distress often hold us back in our lives, it can also push us to get the help we need to better understand ourselves. If you are here, looking for those answers, you have already taken the hardest step.

I am a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist in Ontario. I provide psychotherapy services from an anti-oppressive framework using a client-centered or family-centered approach to meet the various needs of my clientele. I specialize in trauma, relationship issues, domestic violence, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, attachment, grief and loss, and other mental health concerns. I utilize various treatment tools in individual or group settings, including, CBT, Narrative, EFT, Mindfulness, DBT, Strength and System approaches. We also do cognitive and behavioural assessment and testing at our centers through a Registered Psychologist.

Do you feel like the waves of life have been washing over you, like nothing makes sense, and you can't tell which way is solid ground? Perhaps your relationship or marriage seems to bring more stress and tension than the peace and joy it once did? Or work that brought you joy only brings you dread? Perhaps you've lost a loved one and cannot imagine life without them? If any of these resonate with you then I would like to work with you to take the next step.

With a focus on childhood traumas, ADHD and OCD, as a multicultural and multilingual RP(Q) Canadian with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, I'm deeply committed to supporting individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Including LGBTQ2S+, teens, adults, and couples facing these issues, especially within the context of multiculturism, which often carries unique expectations and influences on our self-perception and worldview.

It is my mission to have you fall in love with your healing journey, because we need more good people feeling good about themselves. As a Social Worker, Reiki Master, Certified Life Coach, Master Hypnotist, Somatic Practitioner, have intentionally acquired techniques to help unlock your true self on all layers of the mind, body and the soul! Together we will heal your past, and release anything that is holding you back so you can step into your power and embody your truth! It is time to live the life your deserve! It's time to feel, heal and liberate yourself for real! Check out my unique group offerings!

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. Her clients with PTSD experience a significant reduction in anxiety and other intense emotions that are negatively impacting their happiness and the ability to perform and enjoy activities in their daily lives.

I wear many professional hats. I am an MD, MACP, RP(q), a Clinical Researcher, a Project Management Professional, a Professor at George Brown College, previously an instructor for 15 years at UofT and a family oriented female. I am a published author in the Journal of American College of Cardiology, International Diabetes Federation and the Journal of European Society of Cardiology. I have a number of years worth of work experience in mental health. I have taken care of clients in the in/out patient settings. I believe in providing a non-judgmental and safe space for people to share. My aim is to build stronger communities.