Therapists in Toronto, ON

Hey you! I’m Dorothy - thank you for being here. I’m a social worker & psychotherapist who specializes in supportive work with children, youth and families. I guide humans to be gentle and curious with themselves, their stories, and their environments, so that they can practice new ways of being that are in alignment with their hopes and dreams. Sometimes, systemic oppression (i.e. racism, cisheteropatriarchy, colonialism, capitalism) can affect how we reach our goals. My practice is dedicated to exploring the ways in which supportive relationships can not only support our healing, but create more social justice around us.

Dr. Aliza Friedman (she/her) is a licensed Clinical Psychologist. She is passionate about working with people with eating disorders and disordered eating on improving their relationship with food and their body. In addition to working with clients in eating disorder recovery, Dr. Friedman works with adults with anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder, difficulty managing emotions, and coping with life transitions or stressors. She also has extensive experience working with individuals with disordered eating or negative body image following bariatric (weight loss) surgery.

I am a gentle and bold therapist. I will listen carefully to your experiences. I will explore with you connections between your present thoughts, feelings, actions and past events. The aim is to help you understand more about yourself. The blue print for our actions, behaviors, feelings and self-concept was put in place at a very young age. We may look for patterns that worked well in their early context, but do not work anymore. A change may be needed. The insight you gain in a committed, active therapeutic relationship can be a powerful tool.

My approach as a psychotherapist takes the perspective that talking to others who share similar experiences can aid in understanding and balancing the unique expectations of family and cultural values, with the society in which we live. I am especially passionate about helping women feel empowered, and within the South Asian community specifically, helping females to understand their worth, as that is something many of us grow up doubting. Research indicates affinity & culturally diverse therapy is needed for South Asian communities to support the silent mental health crisis.

Are you experiencing a persistent low mood, feeling stuck, anxious and fearful or overwhelmed? Do you feel caught in repetitive patterns of thinking and behavior that prevent you from authentically expressing yourself and attaining your goals? Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, grief/loss, adjustment to a major life change or health concern, I will work collaboratively with you to help you improve your mood, increase your resilience and develop greater coping skills.

The complexity of the human soul is beyond most of our comprehension. Our search for that feeling of ‘enough’ starts from within. You cannot see or appreciate what surrounds you until you are able to embrace the vulnerability of loving your authentic self. The polarity between love and pain is a reflection of the magnitude of the heart’s power. Exploring the innermost core of our existence is as scary as it is liberating. Fear prevents most of us from even attempting this journey.

The Centre for MindBody Health can help you get the treatment you need for the life you want. We provide individual, couple, family and group therapies. All clinical services are under the direction of Dr. Shelley McMain and Dr. Shari Geller, Registered Clinical Psychologists and recognized authorities in the fields of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness and Self-Compassion. We practice proven approaches to treatment and believe in your ability to make the changes you’re seeking in your life.

It can be pretty daunting to imagine telling a stranger about deeply personal issues. And will it really help? In my own life and in the lives of my clients I have so often seen counselling ease the difficulties life throws at us, make the way forward a little clearer, lay old hurts to rest. If you and I together can build a trusting, respectful "working alliance", I'd say - and much research agrees - that it's likely to make a difference in your life. The (still ongoing?) pandemic has brought up old fears and worries, relationship struggles, loneliness. A place with no judgement to talk it all through can make a real difference.

I take female-identifying folks on a journey to meet and commune more deeply with their body, with the parts of themselves they have abandoned or are too afraid to venture near. My practice is an intuitive concoction, rooted in authentic movement and active imagination. I draw from my experience as a retired dancer and my education in existential-integrative psychotherapy and social work, including exposure to spiritual texts and experiential approaches, in order to assist my clients on the path to embodiment.

Mental health challenges can plague us with internal doubts, shame, and stigma that can silence us into feelings and experiences of isolation. Whether you are dealing with trauma, substance use, multiple diagnosis, or something in between, I am a qualified psychotherapist with experiences around complex issues who can support you through this healing journey.

I apply directive therapeutic strategies to help my clients overcome challenges and achieve their goals. I primarily assist individuals and couples struggling with pregnancy loss and infertility. I also help members of the LGBTQ community build families using Assisted Reproductive Technologies. Another segment of my client base are individuals seeking help for anxiety, depression and/or low-self-esteem. In addition, I use my background in fitness and wellness to guide my clients looking to lose weight or improve their overall health.

Accepting new clients. Are you preoccupied with worries? Are you feeling unfulfilled with your life, stuck in the same pattern unable to move forward? Is there a cultural disconnect creating challenges with embracing your identity? Using a warm and empathic approach, I support individuals experiencing difficulties with emotion dysregulation, coping with trauma and grief, as well as navigating life transitions. As your therapist, my goal is to empower you in reaching your full potential by understanding your emotional burdens, targeting obstacles that may impede growth, and teaching you practical coping strategies.

In my years of practice, my focus has been centred around individuals from different walks of life (i.e race, religion, sexual orientation). Particularly, ones who have trauma, body image issues, low self esteem, phobias and/or are anxious, depressed, stressed, destructive, angry, lonely, abused and in or have been in the child welfare system. In regards to my approach, I am genuine and compassionate, but remain equally honest and direct. Rather than bombarding clients with endless questions, I aim to engage them through meaningful methods and effective interventions.

Ready to talk about it? It can be hard to make that first move, that first call. But whether you are in crisis or you want to understand why you are just "getting by", we can start now to figure it out together. Here, you will find a safe, inclusive and accepting space, along with a warm and interactive approach to exploring your story. Having trouble setting boundaries? Looking for a new ways to communicate with your partner? Searching for a sense of self that has been lost - either in the context of a relationship or just in the struggles of daily life? These are only some of the challenges we can start to make sense of together.

Hello, and welcome. I want to acknowledge that it takes a lot of courage to begin therapy, taking time to process and discover patterns in ourselves that may be blocking us from acting in a way that feels authentic. My practice revolves around the notion that the only way to change is by becoming more of yourself. As we navigate what this means for you, we build awareness together as I stand as witness, partner, and co-creator in your journey towards greater self-expression. I offer a compassionate, safe space for you to explore, feel and express yourself. You are not alone.

Are you are in crisis, struggling with an on-going issue or seeking to be free of restrictive emotional patterns/responses? If so, I can help you move from a place of limitation, to one of possibility and choice. Psychotherapy can provide wonderful benefit with long-term results. Learning to take care of ourselves is something we often take for granted and is not always easily achieved given our histories or daily stressors. I will support you in stabilizing yourself and situation, so that you can face your challenges and evolve in directions that feel authentic, liberating and ultimately sustainable.

How can I help people live life to its fullest and suffer less? This question is what drove me into my career and has continued to allow me in supporting those who are experiencing mood disorders, such as depression, anxiety and other mental health challenges that have impacted ones health, well-being and daily life. Throughout my career, I have always been inspired by my clients who have demonstrated incredible resilience and courage in their recovery journeys.

Susan works with individuals from all walks of life who may embrace a range of mental health needs. She recognizes that each individual may need to seek therapy for a number of reasons, such as receiving support during tremendous transitions in life; to face and endure new challenges; or even to deal with the difficulties that one may encounter. Susan believes that every individual has the innate capacity to cope with the challenges that life offers, but it can be difficult to access these abilities from the experiences that each of us have had before.