Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Richmond Hill, ON
Are you currently struggling with stress, relationship problems, anxiety, depression or other mental health related concerns? Are you looking to address these struggles and improve your mental health and well-being? If this resonates with you, I am here to help.
Are you currently struggling with stress, relationship problems, anxiety, depression or other mental health related concerns? Are you looking to address these struggles and improve your mental health and well-being? If this resonates with you, I am here to help.
My ideal client feels stuck in cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, or emotional numbness. They’ve experienced trauma or ongoing stress and are tired of feeling disconnected from themselves. They want clarity, calm, and confidence to finally feel safe in their own body and relationships. They’re seeking a therapist who helps them understand and heal at the root, not just manage symptoms. Deep down, they want to feel whole again to move through life with purpose, peace, and genuine self-trust.
My ideal client feels stuck in cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, or emotional numbness. They’ve experienced trauma or ongoing stress and are tired of feeling disconnected from themselves. They want clarity, calm, and confidence to finally feel safe in their own body and relationships. They’re seeking a therapist who helps them understand and heal at the root, not just manage symptoms. Deep down, they want to feel whole again to move through life with purpose, peace, and genuine self-trust.
Are you highly dependable and caring yet you wonder privately why you feel anxiety, emptiness, self-doubt and burn out? Do you have a critical inner voice and a fear of asking for help? Do you often feel responsible for other's emotions and question if you are, "too emotional" or "too sensitive"? These feelings and so many others like them have been described by many of my clients and what I specialize in. it is my passion to work alongside you to achieve the peace you deserve. I will help you navigate your complex past and lived memories with the goal of recalling these past scenes in a way that they will no longer impact you.
Are you highly dependable and caring yet you wonder privately why you feel anxiety, emptiness, self-doubt and burn out? Do you have a critical inner voice and a fear of asking for help? Do you often feel responsible for other's emotions and question if you are, "too emotional" or "too sensitive"? These feelings and so many others like them have been described by many of my clients and what I specialize in. it is my passion to work alongside you to achieve the peace you deserve. I will help you navigate your complex past and lived memories with the goal of recalling these past scenes in a way that they will no longer impact you.
When our bodies harbour past traumas, regrets, future worries, and 'what ifs,' navigating present problems and making decisions for a meaningful life becomes challenging. With a decade of medical and mental health experience, I bring more than traditional therapy to our sessions. I would love to help reconnect your body and mind, awakening your inner therapist. I specialize in CBT, DBT, attachment-based therapy, trauma work, SFBT, and Narrative Therapy
When our bodies harbour past traumas, regrets, future worries, and 'what ifs,' navigating present problems and making decisions for a meaningful life becomes challenging. With a decade of medical and mental health experience, I bring more than traditional therapy to our sessions. I would love to help reconnect your body and mind, awakening your inner therapist. I specialize in CBT, DBT, attachment-based therapy, trauma work, SFBT, and Narrative Therapy
Being a woman in your 20s-30s is ex-haus-ting. You thought these were supposed to be your 'best years' but lately you feel lost, behind & anxious AF. Between your career, dating and relationships, and just having to do adult things, you’re constantly spiraling, overwhelmed & doubting yourself. Maybe your sleep is all over the place (hello 2 AM anxiety), you’re feeling stuck and unmotivated, or you can't seem to get rid of the tight feeling in your chest. You've been trying so hard to keep it together...I know your FYP & Instagram feed are full of self-help. But it feels like you're drowning and you really need something to change.
Being a woman in your 20s-30s is ex-haus-ting. You thought these were supposed to be your 'best years' but lately you feel lost, behind & anxious AF. Between your career, dating and relationships, and just having to do adult things, you’re constantly spiraling, overwhelmed & doubting yourself. Maybe your sleep is all over the place (hello 2 AM anxiety), you’re feeling stuck and unmotivated, or you can't seem to get rid of the tight feeling in your chest. You've been trying so hard to keep it together...I know your FYP & Instagram feed are full of self-help. But it feels like you're drowning and you really need something to change.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or struggling to balance different parts of yourself? Maybe you’ve felt misunderstood or like your needs aren’t being fully seen. You might also be dealing with relationship challenges or difficult emotions. Trying to meet the expectations of family, society, culture, work, and your own inner standards can add extra pressure. Holding multiple identities can make this even more complex. As a queer woman of colour, I can relate to how challenging this can be. I’m passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ and racialized individuals, as well as folks from all walks of life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or struggling to balance different parts of yourself? Maybe you’ve felt misunderstood or like your needs aren’t being fully seen. You might also be dealing with relationship challenges or difficult emotions. Trying to meet the expectations of family, society, culture, work, and your own inner standards can add extra pressure. Holding multiple identities can make this even more complex. As a queer woman of colour, I can relate to how challenging this can be. I’m passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ and racialized individuals, as well as folks from all walks of life.
On Demand Text Therapy with Cass Myers
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BACYC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Specializing in text-based therapy via the Jane App for teens, youth, and adults.
Hey, I'm Cassandra Myers, Ontario's FIRST on-demand text based therapist for when you need support in the moment. Are you someone who loses healing momentum when you have to wait a week to see your therapist? Don't have a safe place to take a zoom appointment? Can't get to an appointment in person? Do you dread cancellation fees when your schedule shifts? Do you type faster than you think? Feel better with screen-off? Are you using AI as your therapist for these reasons? For when you don't need a crisis line, but need someone to talk to quick, I'm here. Book with me 30 mins before session, 9am - 9pm.
Specializing in text-based therapy via the Jane App for teens, youth, and adults.
Hey, I'm Cassandra Myers, Ontario's FIRST on-demand text based therapist for when you need support in the moment. Are you someone who loses healing momentum when you have to wait a week to see your therapist? Don't have a safe place to take a zoom appointment? Can't get to an appointment in person? Do you dread cancellation fees when your schedule shifts? Do you type faster than you think? Feel better with screen-off? Are you using AI as your therapist for these reasons? For when you don't need a crisis line, but need someone to talk to quick, I'm here. Book with me 30 mins before session, 9am - 9pm.
My practice is dedicated to supporting individuals navigating pivotal moments of transition, personal growth, and intense ambition. I specialize in working with women who are deeply committed to self-development and are actively pursuing complex educational paths—such as demanding graduate programs, rigorous professional certifications, or intensive advanced degrees.
These clients are often exceptionally driven, analytical, and self-aware, yet they find themselves balancing the immense pressures of high-level academic milestones with the personal evolution that happens alongside them
My practice is dedicated to supporting individuals navigating pivotal moments of transition, personal growth, and intense ambition. I specialize in working with women who are deeply committed to self-development and are actively pursuing complex educational paths—such as demanding graduate programs, rigorous professional certifications, or intensive advanced degrees.
These clients are often exceptionally driven, analytical, and self-aware, yet they find themselves balancing the immense pressures of high-level academic milestones with the personal evolution that happens alongside them
I support adults and teens who are experiencing anxiety, depression, mental health challenges, anger management concerns, and relationship challenges.
As a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist, I use evidence-based approaches from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). I help clients explore their challenges, develop coping strategies, improve emotional regulation, and build on strengths to support overall well-being.
I support adults and teens who are experiencing anxiety, depression, mental health challenges, anger management concerns, and relationship challenges.
As a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist, I use evidence-based approaches from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). I help clients explore their challenges, develop coping strategies, improve emotional regulation, and build on strengths to support overall well-being.
If you're struggling with anxiety, dealing with a big transition, feeling overwhelmed with the demands of life, or need a boost of confidence and clarity, I'm here to help. As an experienced therapist, meditation teacher trainer, mindfulness teacher, and past life regression practitioner, I offer a holistic approach to supporting your mental health. It's an honour to support you to find greater happiness, stability, and peace in your life.
If you're struggling with anxiety, dealing with a big transition, feeling overwhelmed with the demands of life, or need a boost of confidence and clarity, I'm here to help. As an experienced therapist, meditation teacher trainer, mindfulness teacher, and past life regression practitioner, I offer a holistic approach to supporting your mental health. It's an honour to support you to find greater happiness, stability, and peace in your life.
Accepting NEW patients for individual and couples therapy in English & Mandarin. Finding a balance between different cultural expectations, life transitions or chronic
health challenges can feel incredibly isolating. I provide a collaborative, culturally
responsive space for adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD &
relationship/cultural stressors. Whether you are dealing with the emotional
impact of a long-term illness or trying to make sense of complex family & identity
dynamics, your experiences are unique. Together, we will honor your existing
strengths and resilience, working at a pace that feels safe.
Accepting NEW patients for individual and couples therapy in English & Mandarin. Finding a balance between different cultural expectations, life transitions or chronic
health challenges can feel incredibly isolating. I provide a collaborative, culturally
responsive space for adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD &
relationship/cultural stressors. Whether you are dealing with the emotional
impact of a long-term illness or trying to make sense of complex family & identity
dynamics, your experiences are unique. Together, we will honor your existing
strengths and resilience, working at a pace that feels safe.
Change can be challenging and exciting, and you don't have to navigate it alone. My goal is to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself and feel comfortable exploring whatever brings you to therapy. Every person is unique; I tailor my approach to fit your individual needs, strengths, and goals. Building genuine relationships with my clients is at the heart of what I do. I bring my broad range of skills, empathy, and understanding into the room so you can feel affirmed. This helps in making the change you desire. You can count on me for compassion and support with each shift you take.
Change can be challenging and exciting, and you don't have to navigate it alone. My goal is to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself and feel comfortable exploring whatever brings you to therapy. Every person is unique; I tailor my approach to fit your individual needs, strengths, and goals. Building genuine relationships with my clients is at the heart of what I do. I bring my broad range of skills, empathy, and understanding into the room so you can feel affirmed. This helps in making the change you desire. You can count on me for compassion and support with each shift you take.
Are you a teen, couple or individual experiencing overwhelming stress, anxiety or depression?
No matter where your go-getter attitude, professional career path and success have taken you, from the inside out you feel preoccupied, barely keeping yourself taped and glued together, worried at what point you will just fall apart. Scared to show vulnerability and let your guard down. People know you to be all put together, but you just feel like you are holding on by the last strand. People don't know how much is going on inside of you; you are desperate for change but feel so overwhelmed by emotion that you just can't figure out how. If you are ready for change and transformation to get where you really want to go, I can help!
Are you a teen, couple or individual experiencing overwhelming stress, anxiety or depression?
No matter where your go-getter attitude, professional career path and success have taken you, from the inside out you feel preoccupied, barely keeping yourself taped and glued together, worried at what point you will just fall apart. Scared to show vulnerability and let your guard down. People know you to be all put together, but you just feel like you are holding on by the last strand. People don't know how much is going on inside of you; you are desperate for change but feel so overwhelmed by emotion that you just can't figure out how. If you are ready for change and transformation to get where you really want to go, I can help!
Johnson provides English/Spanish psychotherapy for children/ youth/adults.
Ms. Johnson is trained in Structural Family Therapy, Play-Therapy, EFT & Attachment therapies: Theraplay and DDP. Other training: Prolonged Exposure, Trauma Practice, Polyvagal/Compassion Fatigue Therapy, Group Therapy, Parenting skills, Supervision, and she is also a Catholic Christian Healing Minister.
Johnson provides English/Spanish psychotherapy for children/ youth/adults.
Ms. Johnson is trained in Structural Family Therapy, Play-Therapy, EFT & Attachment therapies: Theraplay and DDP. Other training: Prolonged Exposure, Trauma Practice, Polyvagal/Compassion Fatigue Therapy, Group Therapy, Parenting skills, Supervision, and she is also a Catholic Christian Healing Minister.
Accepting NEW patients specializing in working with first responders. You might feel overwhelmed, stuck, or constantly on edge. Maybe anxiety, trauma, or past experiences are affecting how you see yourself and others. Some days it feels like you’re just getting through, not really living. You want clarity, relief, and a way to feel more in control. You’re looking for a space where you can be real, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what you’ve been carrying. Together, we work to make sense of your experiences, reduce overwhelm, and help you move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and resilience.
Accepting NEW patients specializing in working with first responders. You might feel overwhelmed, stuck, or constantly on edge. Maybe anxiety, trauma, or past experiences are affecting how you see yourself and others. Some days it feels like you’re just getting through, not really living. You want clarity, relief, and a way to feel more in control. You’re looking for a space where you can be real, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what you’ve been carrying. Together, we work to make sense of your experiences, reduce overwhelm, and help you move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and resilience.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) supporting adults, couples, and adolescents through trauma, neurodivergence, OCD, personality disorders, attachment-based challenges and more.
I offer integrative, evidence-based therapy including trauma informed, somatic based, neurodivergent-affirming care, CBT, DBT, ERP, and attachment-based approaches. I specialize in supporting those experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, trauma and more while providing nuanced, individualized care.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) supporting adults, couples, and adolescents through trauma, neurodivergence, OCD, personality disorders, attachment-based challenges and more.
I offer integrative, evidence-based therapy including trauma informed, somatic based, neurodivergent-affirming care, CBT, DBT, ERP, and attachment-based approaches. I specialize in supporting those experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, trauma and more while providing nuanced, individualized care.
We all go through times when we feel lost or stuck—whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a divorce, immigration, career change, becoming a parent, or facing other life challenges. In those moments, it can feel overwhelming and lonely. I am here to walk with you, step by step, in your life story—helping you recognize where you’ve felt lost . I understand that change isn’t easy, especially when life brings uncertainty and disconnection. I provide a safe, welcoming space to be heard, helping you reconnect with yourself, uncover your strengths, and overcome challenges—so you can feel empowered, find peace, and move forward.
We all go through times when we feel lost or stuck—whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a divorce, immigration, career change, becoming a parent, or facing other life challenges. In those moments, it can feel overwhelming and lonely. I am here to walk with you, step by step, in your life story—helping you recognize where you’ve felt lost . I understand that change isn’t easy, especially when life brings uncertainty and disconnection. I provide a safe, welcoming space to be heard, helping you reconnect with yourself, uncover your strengths, and overcome challenges—so you can feel empowered, find peace, and move forward.
I work with adults, teens, and couples who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply looking for a safe space to sort through life’s challenges.
In our sessions, I will meet you where you are with compassion and curiosity. I draw on approaches like CBT, DBT, and strengths-based therapy, but I believe the most important part of therapy is building a genuine connection where you feel heard and understood.
I work with adults, teens, and couples who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply looking for a safe space to sort through life’s challenges.
In our sessions, I will meet you where you are with compassion and curiosity. I draw on approaches like CBT, DBT, and strengths-based therapy, but I believe the most important part of therapy is building a genuine connection where you feel heard and understood.
Just because you are struggling does not mean you are failing. Asking for help is a sign of strength. Your story isn't over yet, message me for more details on how you can start to help yourself be the best authentic you.
Just because you are struggling does not mean you are failing. Asking for help is a sign of strength. Your story isn't over yet, message me for more details on how you can start to help yourself be the best authentic you.
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults who have been impacted by various concerns and changes in their environment that include: school engagement, family changes, loss and grief, and peer and relationship challenges.
My skill set is working with clients who have struggled with various emotional and behavioral challenges, including anger, depression, anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), social skills, self-esteem, emotional regulation, self-harm, and suicide ideation. I establish a supportive relationship with my clients to improve their well- being.
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults who have been impacted by various concerns and changes in their environment that include: school engagement, family changes, loss and grief, and peer and relationship challenges.
My skill set is working with clients who have struggled with various emotional and behavioral challenges, including anger, depression, anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), social skills, self-esteem, emotional regulation, self-harm, and suicide ideation. I establish a supportive relationship with my clients to improve their well- being.
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What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.