Therapists in Scarborough, ON

It can be difficult to adjust to change and transitions, especially against the post-pandemic landscape. Maybe you’re experiencing workplace/school stress, burnout, changes in mood, feeling out of control, or difficulty finding a balanced routine. It can be helpful to have someone in your corner.

I have helped numerous individuals, couples and families overcome emotional and behavioural difficulties as well as promote happier, healthier living: Self Esteem, Life Transitions, Grief and Loss, Addiction, Sex Therapy, Coping Skills, Stress Management, Depression, Peer Relationships, Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD, Substance Use, Anxiety Disorders, Internet Addiction, Eating Disorders, Suicidal Ideation, Drug Abuse, Anger Management, Family Conflict - Mediation & Communication, Mood Disorders, Career Guidance, Alcohol Use, Anxiety, PTSD, Divorce, Antisocial Personality, OCD, Life Coaching, Men's Issues.

Are you struggling to cope with the relentless burden of stress and anxiety? I specialize in evidence-based therapeutic approaches, particularly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), aimed at helping you regain control and find peace. As a seasoned psychotherapist, my expertise extends to understanding the unique challenges faced by individuals from the South Asian community, making me well-equipped to provide a nurturing and empathetic space for clients dealing with a range of issues, including anxiety disorders, stress management, emotional turmoil, cultural adaptation, and more.

Psychotherapy is an invaluable resource when you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, a sense of dis-ease or facing challenging situations & relationships. My therapeutic approach is empathetic, client-centred, trauma-informed, culturally-sensitive and holistic. I believe you are the expert of your life, and I will honor your lived experience, help you reclaim your life narrative, gently challenge you to discover your innate resiliencies, and support you on your journey of healing and illuminating your mind, body, and soul.

Simone Si is a therapist with a proven track record of good service. So far, Simone has 71 5-star ratings left by clients on Lumino Health. Simone is here to help if you're feeling stressed out, unsure and stuck. Are you experiencing one or more of these issues: depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, disordered eating or trauma effects? Simone is a Registered Social Worker and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor that can support you in improving your mood, confidence, relationship to food and body and overall wellbeing. Appointments are offered by phone or video.

I’m a Registered Social Worker with a background in Child Development and Family support, social justice and community development. I strive to maintain a critical and self-reflective practice that is rooted in anti-oppressive principles. In my clinical work, I believe that you, the client are the expert in your own life. My hope is to work with you in building a safe and compassionate therapeutic relationship, that centres your well-being and gives voice to your experiences. I consider it the most important job to bear witness to other people’s unique experiences; their joy, their pain; their need for recognition and healing.

You are a middle-aged adult with a family and a full-time job. Things seem to be ok on the surface, but deep down you have an exhausting feeling of disconnect from life (loss of interest in any activities, feeling emotionally numb, losing sense of direction in life). Anxiety and stress is taking you away from enjoying your life. You have a very low sense of self-worth and always highly negative towards yourself. You are very sensitive to criticism, can become triggered easily, often snap at kids and loved ones. You wish to change the way you feel about yourself and others, get a sense of connection and zest for life.

I enjoy collaborating with clients to create a unique and meaningful therapeutic relationship that is built on compassion, dignity, and mutual respect. My goal is to create a warm and non-judgmental space where you feel safe to share, and where you feel heard and understood. I have experience working with youth and individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, identity issues, relationship issues, negative self-talk, mood instability, and those in periods of transition. I also have experience working with newcomers to Canada and youth in conflict with the law.

With the fast pace and challenges of life. You do not have to face them alone. Sometimes you need a helping hand and a friendly ear to talk to. It's my passion to help people. I offer counselling and psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families. I work with clients to improve their resilience, and uncover their strengths using a client centered approach and different modalities to meet needs .

The decision to begin therapy can be an unnerving experience, and the first step can be daunting, to say the least. Therapy can be part of a transformative journey of inner exploration to gain insight into your thoughts, emotions, past experiences and relationship dynamics. Our goal in working together is to facilitate the development of more self-compassion, flexibility in your coping strategies and empowerment to abide by your personal values and your true self. Your desire to successfully navigate life’s many challenges through understanding yourself, recognizing your strengths and learning new skills is supported with therapy.

I focus on making my practice a safe and supportive space for my clients. This provides you the security to explore experiences and emotions with the goal of learning and developing healthy coping mechanisms. I specialize in supporting individuals with relationship issues, depression, anxiety and generational trauma. As an experienced, compassionate and empathetic therapist, I utilize a client-centred approach, working collaboratively with you to help you discover a path to living in a healthy space, enabling you to move forward with confidence in your day-to-day life.

My approach is grounded in the belief that we are all doing the very best we can with the resources, knowledge and experience we have. That being said, we can always continue to learn and grow….and this is where we start. I have spent the bulk of my professional life supporting people with compounding experiences of marginalization and structural vulnerability, including experiences from childhood that may continue to linger and live in this very moment. I believe in the practice of weaving together therapeutic strategies to ensure individualized and personalized care.

Empowering growth and resilience through therapy, Emily strives to create an environment where clients can embrace their emotions - even when they show up uninvited. With a fun and upbeat approach, Emily draws on her client’s inherent strengths and capabilities and believes in providing her clients with the necessary tools and language to name, normalize and navigate life’s challenges. Emily specializes in working with children, adolescents, adults, and parents facing a variety of mental health profiles and behavioural needs.

Anxiety and stress are inevitable in life. Dealing with our thoughts and emotions can lead to a better quality of life. My goal is to provide my clients with necessary tools and strategies to become their own therapist! I am a registered social worker with Masters degree specializing in Mental Health and Addictions from the prestigious university of Toronto. I am currently working as a full-time psychotherapist at a reputed hospital in GTA. I bring more than 9 years of counselling experience into my practice. I draw from extensive professional training to ensure you reach your desired outcome.

**NOW TAKING NEW VIRTUAL CLIENTS** Greetings and welcome to a world where you can be the captain of your own sail boat and steer it in the direction of your dreams, despite the direction of the winds you may experience! My name is Mary Badalian, a Registered Social Worker for over 7 years, and I am pleased and honoured that you have decided to take the first step in starting your healing story and self-love journey with me. I have a particular interest in the person centred and holistic approaches to therapy, while looking within to find your own strengths and available resources.

I believe all people have the power and ability to change their own life. My work is to guide them towards this by helping them identify and better understand the blocks and fears that are holding them back. I use a mix of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and a values based approach to assist my clients in accessing their most authentic self and living a life aligned with their own unique value systems.

Do you feel lost on your path due to a specific issue, or feelings you can't clearly identify? Do you feel stuck and cannot talk to those around you? Or are you lonely and isolated, burned out or emotionally and physically exhausted? Are you looking to understand yourself on a deeper level? Stressors in our everyday lives, Relationships, Systemic Barriers and Trauma from the past can live in us and manifest as Depression, Anxiety, Physical pain and Insomnia. It is painful and uncertain, and can cause a lack of confidence in how to move forward. Therapy is used to explore these issues and gain lifelong tools to support yourself.

I support adults in finding their identity within their cultural dynamics. Together we can guide you from a place of feeling stuck or lost to a place of change. You may be challenged with difficult family and relationship dynamics and together we can explore your identity and strengths within your relationships, family, community, and culture. Together we can navigate your personal growth within your relationships and gain insight on how they have shaped you. You value connections with others while being who you are and want to be understood and find acceptance of what makes you you.

We both know that if you made your way here...then the pot is boiling over...sighh...the pressure is getting worser isn't it?.... You want to change some behaviours or thoughts of yourself, and yet you find yourself in this dark and heavy place that blocks you from the change or outcome that you deeply desire. - you might have even tried; yet the self-defeating behaviours seem to get you every time. Step into this safe space, and lean into me to gain insight, experience relatedness, gain effective tools, effective thought processing, be asked questions that tap into that deep space. Let's connect to begin that journey together.