Therapists in Toronto, ON
Karen Turner
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5T
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is client-centred, which means I don't have a "one size fits all" method to therapy. I have worked with people from all different walks of life. My goal is to provide you with a safe space to speak about whatever issues you need help with each session. My experience has primarily been working with individual adults of all ages, however I have also done some assessment work with children and adolescents.
My approach is client-centred, which means I don't have a "one size fits all" method to therapy. I have worked with people from all different walks of life. My goal is to provide you with a safe space to speak about whatever issues you need help with each session. My experience has primarily been working with individual adults of all ages, however I have also done some assessment work with children and adolescents.
Jane (J.h.) Xiong
Registered Psychotherapist, MPS, PhD, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6R
I work with people from all nations and cultures, and I work more with adults in my practice and with some Chinese when I also speak both Mandarin and Cantonese. Life is never smooth. From time to time, we need to seek help from others to face the challenges. As a professional psychotherapist, I am keen to journey with you through your life difficulties such as traumatic events, life changes, loss, and grief. I will help you to identify your own feelings, emotions, values, faith, and strength to face your life problems causing stress, anxiety or depression etc. Hopefully we work together to find meaning and transcend life changes.
I work with people from all nations and cultures, and I work more with adults in my practice and with some Chinese when I also speak both Mandarin and Cantonese. Life is never smooth. From time to time, we need to seek help from others to face the challenges. As a professional psychotherapist, I am keen to journey with you through your life difficulties such as traumatic events, life changes, loss, and grief. I will help you to identify your own feelings, emotions, values, faith, and strength to face your life problems causing stress, anxiety or depression etc. Hopefully we work together to find meaning and transcend life changes.
Emma Clare Chan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5S
Emma’s areas of interests encompass a diverse range of mental health concerns. She adeptly addresses anxiety, stress, depression, and low self-esteem, skillfully guiding clients towards self-acceptance and personal growth. With an in-depth understanding of identity formation and the significance of a strong sense of self, she assists individuals in exploring and affirming their authentic selves. Emma has a keen focus on fostering healthy and meaningful interpersonal relationships, enabling clients to develop satisfying connections with others.
Emma’s areas of interests encompass a diverse range of mental health concerns. She adeptly addresses anxiety, stress, depression, and low self-esteem, skillfully guiding clients towards self-acceptance and personal growth. With an in-depth understanding of identity formation and the significance of a strong sense of self, she assists individuals in exploring and affirming their authentic selves. Emma has a keen focus on fostering healthy and meaningful interpersonal relationships, enabling clients to develop satisfying connections with others.
Vanessa Barbosa
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M8V (Online Only)
Do you want to make meaningful changes in your life but feel stuck? Perhaps you have difficulty managing emotions or feel overwhelmed with never-ending and recurring thoughts. Is substance abuse or other addictions affecting your relationships, career, or motivation for change? Maybe you’re feeling isolated, lost, or disconnected in life. Whether you believe you need to create better boundaries, learn coping skills, strengthen relationships, heal childhood wounds, or process past trauma, I commend you for starting your journey to healing and change. Life doesn’t need to feel so difficult all the time, I am ready to support you.
Do you want to make meaningful changes in your life but feel stuck? Perhaps you have difficulty managing emotions or feel overwhelmed with never-ending and recurring thoughts. Is substance abuse or other addictions affecting your relationships, career, or motivation for change? Maybe you’re feeling isolated, lost, or disconnected in life. Whether you believe you need to create better boundaries, learn coping skills, strengthen relationships, heal childhood wounds, or process past trauma, I commend you for starting your journey to healing and change. Life doesn’t need to feel so difficult all the time, I am ready to support you.
Eleanor McGroarty
Psychologist, RPsych, CPsych, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4L (Online Only)
As your therapist, I would be here to get to know you and to guide you in developing skills and insights to create changes that are real, meaningful and sustainable. I will be entirely present and tuned in to what you are experiencing, your fears, distress, motivations and goals. The process will be explorative, providing you with an understanding of how your experiences, thoughts, emotions and behaviours impact one another. Structure will help reach outcomes for your goals, mental health, identity, life transitions and relationships. Your feedback will be encouraged and use to guide your unique treatment, we will work as a team.
As your therapist, I would be here to get to know you and to guide you in developing skills and insights to create changes that are real, meaningful and sustainable. I will be entirely present and tuned in to what you are experiencing, your fears, distress, motivations and goals. The process will be explorative, providing you with an understanding of how your experiences, thoughts, emotions and behaviours impact one another. Structure will help reach outcomes for your goals, mental health, identity, life transitions and relationships. Your feedback will be encouraged and use to guide your unique treatment, we will work as a team.
Stephen Adam Beker
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M3H
Everyone has challenges in their life and we don't hesitate to accept assistance in almost every area except for mental health. We are quick to accept a marketing lead from a business associate, money management advice from a financial advisor or parenting advice from a friend. But when we are experiencing anxiety, depression or self esteem questions we view the need for help as a weakness. Perhaps the reason is that we fear being labeled.
Everyone has challenges in their life and we don't hesitate to accept assistance in almost every area except for mental health. We are quick to accept a marketing lead from a business associate, money management advice from a financial advisor or parenting advice from a friend. But when we are experiencing anxiety, depression or self esteem questions we view the need for help as a weakness. Perhaps the reason is that we fear being labeled.
Mor Centre for Student Counselling & Development
Psychologist, PhD, C, Psyc
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5S
Are you depressed and/or anxious? Are you suffering from low self-esteem? Are you experiencing relationship problems? Do you procrastinate and are unable to motivate yourself? Do you need someone to talk to? At the Mor Centre we recognize that getting through college and university poses many difficult challenges that might interfere with academic success and functioning in everyday life. We provide a professional and supportive environment helping our clients develop resiliency, problem solving skills, and the achievement of personal goals through individual and group counseling, career counseling, and mastering learning skills.
Are you depressed and/or anxious? Are you suffering from low self-esteem? Are you experiencing relationship problems? Do you procrastinate and are unable to motivate yourself? Do you need someone to talk to? At the Mor Centre we recognize that getting through college and university poses many difficult challenges that might interfere with academic success and functioning in everyday life. We provide a professional and supportive environment helping our clients develop resiliency, problem solving skills, and the achievement of personal goals through individual and group counseling, career counseling, and mastering learning skills.
In psychotherapy, as in life, we grow through relationship. Our sense of self emerges in meeting the other. I offer a safe and stimulating environment in which to experience your patterns of relating, explore how you make meaning, and experiment with new ways of being.
In psychotherapy, as in life, we grow through relationship. Our sense of self emerges in meeting the other. I offer a safe and stimulating environment in which to experience your patterns of relating, explore how you make meaning, and experiment with new ways of being.
I believe that everyone has the potential to heal, grow, and change. I believe that we all have our own unique story. Just like a locked door, our struggles can seem insurmountable at times. But with the right support and guidance, we can find the key to unlock these barriers and live more freely. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your challenges, tap into your inner strengths, and achieve your goals. Using a strengths-based approach, I provide a supportive and collaborative partnership to help you develop new skills and insights for a more fulfilling life.
I believe that everyone has the potential to heal, grow, and change. I believe that we all have our own unique story. Just like a locked door, our struggles can seem insurmountable at times. But with the right support and guidance, we can find the key to unlock these barriers and live more freely. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your challenges, tap into your inner strengths, and achieve your goals. Using a strengths-based approach, I provide a supportive and collaborative partnership to help you develop new skills and insights for a more fulfilling life.
Gina Miranda
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I graduated from the University of Toronto with a BA. I have a Diploma from Transformational Arts College in Transpersonal Psychotherapy, Past Life Regression Therapy and Bardo State Regression therapy. I am an Associate member of EMDRIA and a registered member of College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). I am a certified EMDR therapist. I have training in Relational Somatic Psychotherapy, EMDR with Dissociation, level 1 and 2 training in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Deep Brain Reorienting. I also work at Dimensions Algonquin Highlands using Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy in a group setting.
I graduated from the University of Toronto with a BA. I have a Diploma from Transformational Arts College in Transpersonal Psychotherapy, Past Life Regression Therapy and Bardo State Regression therapy. I am an Associate member of EMDRIA and a registered member of College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). I am a certified EMDR therapist. I have training in Relational Somatic Psychotherapy, EMDR with Dissociation, level 1 and 2 training in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Deep Brain Reorienting. I also work at Dimensions Algonquin Highlands using Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy in a group setting.
Since 2001, I have provided psychological services to individuals, couples, and families. My work has focused on the areas of mood, anxiety, trauma, sex and sexuality, personality, attachment and relationships. I can support you to gain a deep understanding of your struggles and the path forward in your healing journey. Together we’ll help you build a more secure and resilient sense of self, and strengthening relationships to help you overcome emotional distress. Collaboratively, we’ll set out your goals, and use integrative evidenced-based approaches to achieving them.
Since 2001, I have provided psychological services to individuals, couples, and families. My work has focused on the areas of mood, anxiety, trauma, sex and sexuality, personality, attachment and relationships. I can support you to gain a deep understanding of your struggles and the path forward in your healing journey. Together we’ll help you build a more secure and resilient sense of self, and strengthening relationships to help you overcome emotional distress. Collaboratively, we’ll set out your goals, and use integrative evidenced-based approaches to achieving them.
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Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6J (Online Only)
In therapy, you will explore “what's wrong for you” instead of “what's wrong with you”. There is enormous potential for self-awareness and self-growth with help from a listening, caring, and attuned therapist. I provide Relational Therapy, which holds that there is great potential for healing, growth and change from within a therapeutic relationship. I meet my clients with great respect, as a fellow traveler in the therapeutic journey. My wish is to cultivate a safe space for my clients to experience their emotions and encounter their beliefs about themselves.
In therapy, you will explore “what's wrong for you” instead of “what's wrong with you”. There is enormous potential for self-awareness and self-growth with help from a listening, caring, and attuned therapist. I provide Relational Therapy, which holds that there is great potential for healing, growth and change from within a therapeutic relationship. I meet my clients with great respect, as a fellow traveler in the therapeutic journey. My wish is to cultivate a safe space for my clients to experience their emotions and encounter their beliefs about themselves.
I have a formidable passion for helping you build and energize a joyful, loving & creative life. My clients are high functioning, gifted, and imaginative individuals, plus HSPs. I am naturally engaged, authentic & direct. Unlike therapists who are silent and write on a pad, aloof & distant, I listen with curiosity & empathy to provide ample feed-back when you request it. You will feel at ease. I will provide you with personalized therapy interventions that can help you with imagination, intuition, warmth, & effectiveness. I draw from Narrative, image-based, Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT therapies, & Mindfulness modalities.
I have a formidable passion for helping you build and energize a joyful, loving & creative life. My clients are high functioning, gifted, and imaginative individuals, plus HSPs. I am naturally engaged, authentic & direct. Unlike therapists who are silent and write on a pad, aloof & distant, I listen with curiosity & empathy to provide ample feed-back when you request it. You will feel at ease. I will provide you with personalized therapy interventions that can help you with imagination, intuition, warmth, & effectiveness. I draw from Narrative, image-based, Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT therapies, & Mindfulness modalities.
Nicole Manes Psychotherapy & Sound Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4M
I am passionate about integrating talk therapy with sound therapy and somatic practices to help clients reduce stress and activate their own healing capabilities for enhanced mental health and wellbeing.
I am passionate about integrating talk therapy with sound therapy and somatic practices to help clients reduce stress and activate their own healing capabilities for enhanced mental health and wellbeing.
Please read. I work only with clients with alcohol use disorder! I do not do "à la carte" I do not work with an insurance company. If you are serious about taking care of your drinking then we can work together for a minimum of 4 sessions. I am a substance abuse professional, and an Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drugs Counsellor. Please visit my website: healathome.ca to learn more.
Please read. I work only with clients with alcohol use disorder! I do not do "à la carte" I do not work with an insurance company. If you are serious about taking care of your drinking then we can work together for a minimum of 4 sessions. I am a substance abuse professional, and an Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drugs Counsellor. Please visit my website: healathome.ca to learn more.
Ariella Orner
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6A (Online Only)
Are you finding it increasingly challenging to connect deeply with your partner? Do you often feel like your relationship is at a standstill, lacking the closeness and joy you once shared? Many couples today face hurdles that strain their bond. Issues like communication breakdowns, growing apart over time, or trying to navigate life events together, can leave you feeling uncertain and disconnected. It's natural to question if your relationship should feel more fulfilling and supportive. Together, we can explore strategies to strengthen your relationship and rediscover the joy and companionship you both deserve.
Are you finding it increasingly challenging to connect deeply with your partner? Do you often feel like your relationship is at a standstill, lacking the closeness and joy you once shared? Many couples today face hurdles that strain their bond. Issues like communication breakdowns, growing apart over time, or trying to navigate life events together, can leave you feeling uncertain and disconnected. It's natural to question if your relationship should feel more fulfilling and supportive. Together, we can explore strategies to strengthen your relationship and rediscover the joy and companionship you both deserve.
Suzanne Siskind
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6H
Waitlist for new clients
You want to restore balance emotionally, psychologically and within your relationships. You often feel stuck in old patterns, habits and reactions and have difficulty knowing why they keep showing up and what to do about it. Parts of you are seeking deeper understanding and want to make changes and other parts of you are afraid and confused. You struggle to connect to emotional pain but you know that there are places inside that need your attention and care. By consciously exploring your unique lived experience, through compassion and curiosity, you create the conditions to heal and transform emotional and psychological pain.
You want to restore balance emotionally, psychologically and within your relationships. You often feel stuck in old patterns, habits and reactions and have difficulty knowing why they keep showing up and what to do about it. Parts of you are seeking deeper understanding and want to make changes and other parts of you are afraid and confused. You struggle to connect to emotional pain but you know that there are places inside that need your attention and care. By consciously exploring your unique lived experience, through compassion and curiosity, you create the conditions to heal and transform emotional and psychological pain.
Catherine Jun Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5V (Online Only)
You may be contemplating therapy because you are struggling - feeling anxious, overwhelmed, unsettled, isolated and alone, maybe even experiencing uncharacteristic rage. You may be stuck in old patterns of coping that are no longer relevant in the present. In fact, they may be getting in the way of your peace, your potential and your happiness - in short, keeping you stuck. It doesn't have to be that way. As a client-centred, trauma-informed relational psychotherapist, I believe good relationships - intimate, familiar, communal, and especially, the one you have with yourself - are essential to feeling good.
You may be contemplating therapy because you are struggling - feeling anxious, overwhelmed, unsettled, isolated and alone, maybe even experiencing uncharacteristic rage. You may be stuck in old patterns of coping that are no longer relevant in the present. In fact, they may be getting in the way of your peace, your potential and your happiness - in short, keeping you stuck. It doesn't have to be that way. As a client-centred, trauma-informed relational psychotherapist, I believe good relationships - intimate, familiar, communal, and especially, the one you have with yourself - are essential to feeling good.
Andrea Skitch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, EMDR, Yogi
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6P (Online Only)
I help adults with autoimmune & cancer overcome clinical anxiety, depression, and phobias so you can heal your body, and elevate your relationships with a combination of modern psychology and ancient yoga practices.
I help adults with autoimmune & cancer overcome clinical anxiety, depression, and phobias so you can heal your body, and elevate your relationships with a combination of modern psychology and ancient yoga practices.
Melanie Van Nieuw Amerongen
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M6J (Online Only)
All of us can be presented with hardship, pain and overwhelm - sometimes without warning. It is in these stressful moments that we may struggle to find the tools to cope. Confronted by life’s challenges, it can become difficult to see the path forward.
All of us can be presented with hardship, pain and overwhelm - sometimes without warning. It is in these stressful moments that we may struggle to find the tools to cope. Confronted by life’s challenges, it can become difficult to see the path forward.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Toronto, ON
3,000+
Average cost per session
$160
Counsellors in Toronto, ON who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
84% | Relationship Issues |
84% | Self Esteem |
79% | Stress |
71% | Coping Skills |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
64% | Green Shield Canada |
63% | SunLife |
61% | Manulife |
How Counsellors in Toronto, ON see their clients
52% | In Person and Online | |
48% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
16% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Toronto?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postal code, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postal code into the search bar.
Learn more about how to find a therapist
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Most Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are certified by one of the main professional associations, mainly the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), and will have a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) designation with their name. Social Workers listed in the directory must be registered members of the college specific to their province. To be listed in the directory, Psychologists must be registered with the psychological college specific to their province or territory.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists and social workers can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in Canada.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Canada could be between $100 and $200. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postal code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Professionals licensed by regulatory colleges and those certified by associations such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association are obligated to uphold client confidentiality unless there is a legal reason that requires them to disclose information. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others, or a court order, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.