Psychoanalytic Therapists in Port Perry, ON
Do you have a hard time verbalizing how you feel? Have you always naturally connected to music? Then my music psychotherapy services may be just what you are looking for! Using this a creative modality, we can self-reflect and connect to our internal struggles, embarking on a journey to understand the what and why of our trauma, and develop coping strategies together.
Do you have a hard time verbalizing how you feel? Have you always naturally connected to music? Then my music psychotherapy services may be just what you are looking for! Using this a creative modality, we can self-reflect and connect to our internal struggles, embarking on a journey to understand the what and why of our trauma, and develop coping strategies together.
Are you struggling with feelings of disconnection, overwhelm, and self-judgement? Do you put yourself last, and struggle with burnout because of it? At Red Brick Wellness, we seek to support clients who are striving to become healthier, happier versions of themselves. Our team specializes in individuals and couples who have experienced trauma, first responder support, perinatal and parenting support, as well as anxiety, depression and building self esteem. At Red Brick Wellness, we believe that you can begin building a life founded in mental wellness today.
Are you struggling with feelings of disconnection, overwhelm, and self-judgement? Do you put yourself last, and struggle with burnout because of it? At Red Brick Wellness, we seek to support clients who are striving to become healthier, happier versions of themselves. Our team specializes in individuals and couples who have experienced trauma, first responder support, perinatal and parenting support, as well as anxiety, depression and building self esteem. At Red Brick Wellness, we believe that you can begin building a life founded in mental wellness today.
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Lynda Keung
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, MHRM, CHRL
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I use various types of therapy including psychodynamic/ psychoanalytic therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), attachment-based therapy, existential therapy, emotion-focused therapy, narrative therapy, and person-centred therapy.
Hi there, I am pleased that we have crossed paths. Whether you have stopped by because you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, work-related stress, negative habits, or any other feelings or behaviours that are impacting your mental health and quality of life, my hope is that I can help you navigate through life’s challenges and to help you reach your goals. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, 2SLGBTQ+, and BIPOC safe space where people can be comfortable being their authentic selves as they share their stories.
I use various types of therapy including psychodynamic/ psychoanalytic therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), attachment-based therapy, existential therapy, emotion-focused therapy, narrative therapy, and person-centred therapy.
Hi there, I am pleased that we have crossed paths. Whether you have stopped by because you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, work-related stress, negative habits, or any other feelings or behaviours that are impacting your mental health and quality of life, my hope is that I can help you navigate through life’s challenges and to help you reach your goals. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, 2SLGBTQ+, and BIPOC safe space where people can be comfortable being their authentic selves as they share their stories.
I specialize in trauma-focused psychodynamic therapy, blending a psychoanalytic framework and parts therapy.
You may feel lost, disconnected, or as though your life lacks meaning—overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, or the weight of trauma. You might be struggling with self-worth or wondering if things can ever truly change. In our work together, I offer you a space where you can be heard, understood, and supported as you navigate these challenges. My goal is to help you rediscover your sense of purpose, heal from past wounds, and rebuild a life where you feel confident, connected, and in control.
I specialize in trauma-focused psychodynamic therapy, blending a psychoanalytic framework and parts therapy.
You may feel lost, disconnected, or as though your life lacks meaning—overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, or the weight of trauma. You might be struggling with self-worth or wondering if things can ever truly change. In our work together, I offer you a space where you can be heard, understood, and supported as you navigate these challenges. My goal is to help you rediscover your sense of purpose, heal from past wounds, and rebuild a life where you feel confident, connected, and in control.
Yinchuan Andy Zeng
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd, RPQ
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Licensed both in Canada and China, I hold certifications in Psychoanalytic Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
With over 15 years of experience in mental health, I specialize in supporting adults and couples navigating challenges such as trauma, family dynamics, relationships, and adjustment issues. Does your life seem fine on the outside but feel empty, lost, or stuck inside? Do you struggle with pleasing others, intimacy, or unresolved past experiences? As an immigrant or international student, do you feel overwhelmed or disconnected in a new environment? If this sounds familiar, I may be the right person to help. I offer empathetic, tailored care to meet your unique needs and goals.
Licensed both in Canada and China, I hold certifications in Psychoanalytic Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
With over 15 years of experience in mental health, I specialize in supporting adults and couples navigating challenges such as trauma, family dynamics, relationships, and adjustment issues. Does your life seem fine on the outside but feel empty, lost, or stuck inside? Do you struggle with pleasing others, intimacy, or unresolved past experiences? As an immigrant or international student, do you feel overwhelmed or disconnected in a new environment? If this sounds familiar, I may be the right person to help. I offer empathetic, tailored care to meet your unique needs and goals.
My approach borrows mostly from Psychoanalytic style of work which goes beyond symptom reduction, helps the person make sense of their chronic patterns and create lasting change in oneself.
Coming to therapy is not an easy decision to make for some of us. One wonders if one's problems are "big" enough. Diagnostically some of these issues might be depression, unexplained anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, personality disorder, bipolar disorder and the like. On the inside it might look & feel like identity related issues, a sense of feeling "stuck", feeling of emptiness, difficulty in relationships, feeling not in control of oneself. Other times one might have had therapy in the past and feels that the gains made were short term and not lasting, and one desires a change in oneself that feels more lasting & substantial.
My approach borrows mostly from Psychoanalytic style of work which goes beyond symptom reduction, helps the person make sense of their chronic patterns and create lasting change in oneself.
Coming to therapy is not an easy decision to make for some of us. One wonders if one's problems are "big" enough. Diagnostically some of these issues might be depression, unexplained anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, personality disorder, bipolar disorder and the like. On the inside it might look & feel like identity related issues, a sense of feeling "stuck", feeling of emptiness, difficulty in relationships, feeling not in control of oneself. Other times one might have had therapy in the past and feels that the gains made were short term and not lasting, and one desires a change in oneself that feels more lasting & substantial.
I work through a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT, EMDR, Psychoanalytic, Solution Focused, Biopsychosocial and Emotionally Focused.
Alicia supports various individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, emotional difficulties, trauma, grief and a variety of other difficulties. Some people seek counselling for one of the above, something else entirely or they seek counselling to talk in a safe and judgment free environment to work through day to day difficulties. I want to support people to flourish in the life they are determined to lead.
I work through a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT, EMDR, Psychoanalytic, Solution Focused, Biopsychosocial and Emotionally Focused.
Alicia supports various individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, emotional difficulties, trauma, grief and a variety of other difficulties. Some people seek counselling for one of the above, something else entirely or they seek counselling to talk in a safe and judgment free environment to work through day to day difficulties. I want to support people to flourish in the life they are determined to lead.
Marta Suchta Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, Hons BA, MSW, RSW, RRP, VRA CA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1B
For more in-depth treatment, I'm also trained in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy; offering sessions 1 or 2 X/week.
Chances are that you may be experiencing some stress, dissatisfaction or disenchantment in your life. These are completely normal facets of the human condition and looking into some outside supports is one step to address these often difficult feelings. I acknowledge that this can be a frightening process and want to assure you that I will meet you where you are at; in a safe, kind, genuine and non-judgmental space. I have over 14 years of counselling and therapy experience in hospitals, community and government settings. I have helped individuals of different ages, backgrounds and cultural groups with a wide range of difficulties.
For more in-depth treatment, I'm also trained in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy; offering sessions 1 or 2 X/week.
Chances are that you may be experiencing some stress, dissatisfaction or disenchantment in your life. These are completely normal facets of the human condition and looking into some outside supports is one step to address these often difficult feelings. I acknowledge that this can be a frightening process and want to assure you that I will meet you where you are at; in a safe, kind, genuine and non-judgmental space. I have over 14 years of counselling and therapy experience in hospitals, community and government settings. I have helped individuals of different ages, backgrounds and cultural groups with a wide range of difficulties.
Mina Esfandiari
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richmond Hill, ON L4B
Graduated with a BA and MA in Clinical Psychology and an MA in Gender and
Social Justice, I am also trained by the supervisor of the Center for Modern
Psychoanalytic Studies, New York, in Psychoanalysis and Adolescence.
2 Spots Remaining
When short-term therapies fail to create lasting change, clients turn to me for
deep and transformative psychotherapy. With a decade of experience in in-depth
psychotherapy and trauma therapy, I join you to create lasting change in your
life. I specialize in working with people dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma,
grief, relationship issues, and complex trauma and C-PTSD.
Graduated with a BA and MA in Clinical Psychology and an MA in Gender and
Social Justice, I am also trained by the supervisor of the Center for Modern
Psychoanalytic Studies, New York, in Psychoanalysis and Adolescence.
2 Spots Remaining
When short-term therapies fail to create lasting change, clients turn to me for
deep and transformative psychotherapy. With a decade of experience in in-depth
psychotherapy and trauma therapy, I join you to create lasting change in your
life. I specialize in working with people dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma,
grief, relationship issues, and complex trauma and C-PTSD.
With over 15 years of experience in community mental health and specialized training in child and adolescent psychoanalytic psychotherapy, I draw from psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and mindfulness approaches to meet each client where they are.
Life transitions—whether it’s entering adolescence, starting university, becoming a parent, or navigating immigration and cultural shifts—can stir up powerful emotions and uncertainty. I provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where individuals of all ages can feel safe to explore what’s happening beneath the surface. As a therapist with a deep understanding of cultural and intergenerational dynamics, I am especially attuned to the stress that can come from straddling multiple cultural identities. I offer therapy that honors your lived experience, family values.
With over 15 years of experience in community mental health and specialized training in child and adolescent psychoanalytic psychotherapy, I draw from psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and mindfulness approaches to meet each client where they are.
Life transitions—whether it’s entering adolescence, starting university, becoming a parent, or navigating immigration and cultural shifts—can stir up powerful emotions and uncertainty. I provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where individuals of all ages can feel safe to explore what’s happening beneath the surface. As a therapist with a deep understanding of cultural and intergenerational dynamics, I am especially attuned to the stress that can come from straddling multiple cultural identities. I offer therapy that honors your lived experience, family values.
Masha Gruntovskaya
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd, DTATI
Verified Verified
Online Only
My therapy practice is multifaceted with a focus on psychoanalytic theory.
My practice is client-led, gentle, and catered to individual needs. My goal is to assist in overcoming anxieties and stresses through a shift in perspective. Sessions are catered towards clients' understanding of established emotional and behavioral patterns, embracing their experiences, noticing their strengths, and appreciating their uniqueness. Trained in Educational Psychology, Art Therapy and Compassionate Inquiry (Gabor Mate) I focus my practice on assisting my clients in gaining awareness and autonomy through compassion for the self.
My therapy practice is multifaceted with a focus on psychoanalytic theory.
My practice is client-led, gentle, and catered to individual needs. My goal is to assist in overcoming anxieties and stresses through a shift in perspective. Sessions are catered towards clients' understanding of established emotional and behavioral patterns, embracing their experiences, noticing their strengths, and appreciating their uniqueness. Trained in Educational Psychology, Art Therapy and Compassionate Inquiry (Gabor Mate) I focus my practice on assisting my clients in gaining awareness and autonomy through compassion for the self.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, my background is Psychodynamic Psychotherapy- a therapeutic approach that embraces the work of all psychoanalytic therapies, including attachment theory, .
As a child psychotherapist, I use my training in close observation to help make sense of a child's difficulties as I communicate with them through play, drawing, words and behaviour, allowing the child to begin to put into words the thoughts and feelings that lie behind their troubling behaviour.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, my background is Psychodynamic Psychotherapy- a therapeutic approach that embraces the work of all psychoanalytic therapies, including attachment theory, .
As a child psychotherapist, I use my training in close observation to help make sense of a child's difficulties as I communicate with them through play, drawing, words and behaviour, allowing the child to begin to put into words the thoughts and feelings that lie behind their troubling behaviour.
Rebecca Steele
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW/RSW, CCC, CHyp
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Online Only
Talk Therapy Approach: As a Depth Therapist I use Schema, Emotion-Focused, Psychoanalytic, and Jungian Therapies (can include Dream Analysis & Dream Therapy) to help guide clients to their own transformation by working with and unearthing unconscious material.
I am delighted your journey has brought you to Smart Therapy. I'm Rebecca, and for over a decade I have supported people's healing, anxiety, and trauma recovery journeys offering Insight-Driven Depth Therapy. As a Depth therapist, therapy aims to look deep into your psyche to explore the unconscious aspects of your mind. This also includes identifying the unconscious and underlying root causes, trauma, or patterns of an ongoing condition or situation. We will identify any historical patterns occurring in your life, explore what brought them about and how to shift them to feel greater levels of calm, happiness, and security.
Talk Therapy Approach: As a Depth Therapist I use Schema, Emotion-Focused, Psychoanalytic, and Jungian Therapies (can include Dream Analysis & Dream Therapy) to help guide clients to their own transformation by working with and unearthing unconscious material.
I am delighted your journey has brought you to Smart Therapy. I'm Rebecca, and for over a decade I have supported people's healing, anxiety, and trauma recovery journeys offering Insight-Driven Depth Therapy. As a Depth therapist, therapy aims to look deep into your psyche to explore the unconscious aspects of your mind. This also includes identifying the unconscious and underlying root causes, trauma, or patterns of an ongoing condition or situation. We will identify any historical patterns occurring in your life, explore what brought them about and how to shift them to feel greater levels of calm, happiness, and security.
I work with clients who are seeking support in the following areas, complex trauma, medical trauma & fertility journeys, learning to live with PCOS, self-esteem, inner child work, body image & relationship with self, communication & relationships, grief, recovery from bullying&harassment. My clients are ready to engage and challenge themselves while being vulnerable in a safe and nonjudgmental space, where together we will help you to be the truest version of yourself in the hope of fostering mental wellness.
I work with clients who are seeking support in the following areas, complex trauma, medical trauma & fertility journeys, learning to live with PCOS, self-esteem, inner child work, body image & relationship with self, communication & relationships, grief, recovery from bullying&harassment. My clients are ready to engage and challenge themselves while being vulnerable in a safe and nonjudgmental space, where together we will help you to be the truest version of yourself in the hope of fostering mental wellness.
Gemma Tyner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bowmanville, ON L1C
Taking the first steps in the therapeutic process is a brave move toward personal well-being and growth. I work with clients dealing with a range of issues including childhood trauma, relationship or intimacy issues, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, attachment wounds, and emotion regulation.
Taking the first steps in the therapeutic process is a brave move toward personal well-being and growth. I work with clients dealing with a range of issues including childhood trauma, relationship or intimacy issues, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, attachment wounds, and emotion regulation.
Parastoo Roshany
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richmond Hill, ON L4B
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, a challenging relationship, loss of a sense of self, an addiction, that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, ability to function, your work or your career? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated and perhaps lost by what it means to live up to someone else’s standards, just getting through the day, answering emails, texts or calls? Do you wonder if there's a way to make it all better, hoping that there's light at the end of the tunnel? Now more than ever individuals are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about some or all of these issues. You are not alone.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, a challenging relationship, loss of a sense of self, an addiction, that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, ability to function, your work or your career? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated and perhaps lost by what it means to live up to someone else’s standards, just getting through the day, answering emails, texts or calls? Do you wonder if there's a way to make it all better, hoping that there's light at the end of the tunnel? Now more than ever individuals are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about some or all of these issues. You are not alone.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist through the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario with a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology. I provide evidence-based therapy and skills training in dialectical behaviour therapy. I specialize in issues related to emotion regulation and impulsivity which include borderline personality disorder and other personality disorders, PTSD, suicide as well as mood, anxiety and eating disorders. I have international training with DBT experts from locations including Italy and New York. I have formal training in Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD and CBT for anxiety.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist through the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario with a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology. I provide evidence-based therapy and skills training in dialectical behaviour therapy. I specialize in issues related to emotion regulation and impulsivity which include borderline personality disorder and other personality disorders, PTSD, suicide as well as mood, anxiety and eating disorders. I have international training with DBT experts from locations including Italy and New York. I have formal training in Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD and CBT for anxiety.
My name is Ayan Jama, a dedicated and compassionate social worker with a deep commitment to improving the lives of individuals and communities. I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) in Toronto, and a proud member of both the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and the Ontario Association of Social Workers. With a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from Toronto Metropolitan University and a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from the University of Toronto, I have built a solid foundation of knowledge and expertise in the field of social work.
My name is Ayan Jama, a dedicated and compassionate social worker with a deep commitment to improving the lives of individuals and communities. I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) in Toronto, and a proud member of both the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and the Ontario Association of Social Workers. With a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from Toronto Metropolitan University and a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from the University of Toronto, I have built a solid foundation of knowledge and expertise in the field of social work.
Avery McDonald
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I'm a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) member currently practicing at The Story Isn't Over in Bolton, ON. I work collaboratively with teenagers and adults to process emotional experiences and cope with anxiety, depression, guilt, shame, self-esteem, trauma and relational stressors. Unprocessed experiences can lead to a greater manifestation of abandonment, self-destructive behaviours and impact our well-being.
I'm a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) member currently practicing at The Story Isn't Over in Bolton, ON. I work collaboratively with teenagers and adults to process emotional experiences and cope with anxiety, depression, guilt, shame, self-esteem, trauma and relational stressors. Unprocessed experiences can lead to a greater manifestation of abandonment, self-destructive behaviours and impact our well-being.
Is your child or teenager struggling socially or struggling in school? As a Counsellor with a focus on play therapy, I create a warm, nonjudgmental space where children can freely express themselves and engage in play that is meaningful to them. Play therapy can be effective in helping children with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, behavioral challenges, social skills development, and more. It allows children to develop coping skills, build resilience, and gain insight into their thoughts and feelings, empowering them to navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience.
Is your child or teenager struggling socially or struggling in school? As a Counsellor with a focus on play therapy, I create a warm, nonjudgmental space where children can freely express themselves and engage in play that is meaningful to them. Play therapy can be effective in helping children with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, behavioral challenges, social skills development, and more. It allows children to develop coping skills, build resilience, and gain insight into their thoughts and feelings, empowering them to navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience.
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Psychoanalytic Counsellors
Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviours. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behaviour is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.