Therapists in Scarborough, ON

The folx we work with have experienced a complex variety of trauma(s) throughout their lives. They struggle with relationships (personally and/or professionally), substance use/overuse and/or mental health well-being. Their hope is to break free from their trauma and live their best life.

Let's be real- life can get tough. You may be faced with challenges such as experiencing trauma or loss, navigating complex relationship or family dynamics, encountering discrimination at school or work, or overcoming financial stressors. These difficulties can be further amplified as a person of colour and being raised in an immigrant household. Naturally, hardships can evoke feelings of hopelessness, numbness, or anxiety. You may find yourself feeling stuck and unable to move forward. Or you may be relying on coping mechanisms that, while once helpful, no longer serve you, and struggling to break free from these habits.

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.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, facing challenges in your relationships, or simply feeling stuck in life? As a Psychotherapist, I work with my clients to help guide them on a journey of self-awareness and personal growth to aid them in living a more fulfilling life. My aim is to work with you to recognize and overcome challenges that may be holding you back from living the life you envisioned for yourself.

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.

NEW Saturday and evening openings! Email me to set up a free consult. Are you struggling with feelings of stress and worry? Are you experiencing feeling stuck, overwhelmed, fear of failure, or focused on the ‘what if’? Maybe you are transitioning from high school to post-secondary, from school to work, or to or from parental leave. Let’s work together to explore how you can live your most authentic self as you navigate life’s challenges. For most of my career, I have worked in post-secondary settings where I support clients ages 18+. I have extensive knowledge of disability-related issues as well ADHD, anxiety, and depression.

Hello and welcome! My name is Madeleine, and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (RP). I work closely with people on their unique goals, including: building self esteem, working with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, career transitions and limiting behaviours. I can help tailor an impactful and non judgemental space for you to explore, express, and relate.

Congratulations on taking the first step to open a new door for your life journey by finding a therapist here! Each of us has a unique journey in life where we encounter difficult situations and challenges. How we tackle and view these situations and challenges is influenced by our past experiences. While we cannot physically go back to change our past, we can begin writing and rewriting a new chapter of this story. Change has never been easy, and I am pleased to be your self-discovery ally to understand, empower and guide you toward your inner self and new possibilities.

I am a registered psychotherapist and spiritual care practitioner with recent experience at several busy Toronto area hospitals in treating paediatric, trauma and cancer patients, among others. I find fulfillment in supporting those individuals who are looking to navigate difficult points in their relationships, those who are struggling to come to terms with a recent or anticipated bereavement / loss and those who are having difficulty getting through their day-to-day activities. We all experience losses of one type or another. It is my goal to help you discover the best way to handle your difficulties and experiences of loss.

Your reasons for coming to therapy and your experiences are unique to you. Many of us have to navigate difficult relationships and complex life challenges while being told we just need to "push through" or "get over it". Though we find creative ways to be resourceful and resilient, the experiences stay with us and leave our bodies carrying the impact. We all deserve to connect with our vitality and I believe everything you need to heal resides inside yourself. Together, we will support the mobilization of your internal resources so you can live in alignment with your authentic self and have healthy meaningful connections.

Struggling with life's challenges, past wounds, or big decisions? Navigating life's challenges and emotions can be a daunting journey. I'm a compassionate and creative psychotherapist who believes in the power of psychotherapy to heal past pains and shape a brighter future. I draw from a toolkit of evidence-based therapies, respecting your unique background and cultural influences. My practise is 2SLGBTQ+ friendly and open to adults of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life committed to guiding you toward better relationships and self-understanding, & I want you to know that you don't have to do it alone.

Have you been struggling with long standing depression? Do you feel like the depression comes in bouts? Have you been feeling anxious for as long as you can remember, especially when you were going through significant changes in your life or specifically when you are in social situations? I would love to work with you and be your support while you safely explore your thoughts, core beliefs, feelings and behaviours in a judgment-free, warm and confidential space. I will be genuinely curious when asking you questions that might help you discover your own patterns but also teach you how to respectfully challenge them.

I want to thank you for taking the first step in seeking support. I acknowledge that getting here may have been tough, but you made it this far, and I commend you for that. Together, let us move forward. My experience supporting children and youth (6+) entails helping them to establish healthy relationships, social skills, executive functioning skills, emotional regulation abilities and behaviour modification techniques, all while encouraging leadership and independent thinking. My work with teens and young adults involves helping them navigate through their experiences with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, and grief.

As a Mental Health Social Worker, I have had the privilege of working with racialized and diverse individuals with mental health struggles over the past ten years.

I help older adults and their essential caregivers manage the complexities of aging. My goal is to guide your journey towards more joy. Aging is not for the faint of heart. The aging body is not always cooperative. Post retirement can be a challenge as society defines us by what we do. Clients ask: Do I still matter? There can be multiple losses: family and friends, your driver's licence, functional losses, your sense of independence. Last but not least, ageing is a time for reflection: your legacy, meaning-making, regrets, letting-go, and finding a sense of inner peace.

The decision to attend therapy can be challenging. It can produce various emotions such as shame, guilt, and anxiety. What you're feeling is a normal response to facing deep thoughts and emotions. I work with folks from various cultures and ethnicities to unpack unhealed childhood trauma and mental health challenges related to unhealed past trauma. Some of those challenges look like poor boundaries, low self-esteem, interpersonal relationship challenges, anxiety, stress, and racial trauma just to name a few things. We are all unique, which is why you are the expert in your life. I will help you face the truth with self-compassion.

I specialize in working with first responders, public safety personnel, military and veterans, and other emergency and trauma-exposed professionals. I help folks in these careers who are looking to protect against or recover from trauma, improve health and well-being, and build resilience, so that they may live happy and satisfying lives. There are unique challenges facing people in these lines of work and I am dedicated to providing culturally-competent care. Our team at Wayfound Mental Health provides clinical services to all front-line, trauma-exposed professionals, and if I'm not available then I can connect you with my team

Thank you for reaching out! You are very brave for taking this first step to prioritize your well-being. I offer a 30 minute free consultation to get to know you better. My counselling and consultation support is rooted in the belief that you are the true expert of your life. I explore how your life stressors and challenges are associated with the relationships in your life (e.g. peers, co-workers, family). My aim is to assist you in self-exploration, insight, transformation, and growth.

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.