Women's Issues Therapists in Central Toronto, Toronto, ON

Lynne Protain
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, CPC, ELI-MP, PCC
Verified
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M5V
Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, stuck? My specialties include trauma, abuse, PTSD,
women's issues
, chronic illness, chronic pain, dysfunctional and unhealthy family patterns and dysfunctional childhood (incl. narcissistic abuse), stress, anxiety and depression. It can feel daunting and scary to think of sharing your challenges, however, with me you will find a warm, compassionate, calm and non-judgmental space. I know what you're going through. I have been where you are. You're tired of living like this, repeating the same patterns and you just want to breathe, find peace, be authentic and feel joy again. You can!
Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, stuck? My specialties include trauma, abuse, PTSD,
women's issues
, chronic illness, chronic pain, dysfunctional and unhealthy family patterns and dysfunctional childhood (incl. narcissistic abuse), stress, anxiety and depression. It can feel daunting and scary to think of sharing your challenges, however, with me you will find a warm, compassionate, calm and non-judgmental space. I know what you're going through. I have been where you are. You're tired of living like this, repeating the same patterns and you just want to breathe, find peace, be authentic and feel joy again. You can!

Sierra Gaudreault
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified
11 Endorsed
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M6J
Accepting new clients for fall/winter 2023! When life feels challenging, therapy can be a helpful place to receive support, insight and new ways to move forward. I am particularly passionate about working with folks who struggle with self-criticism, managing stress and drawing boundaries. I offer warmth, compassion and strategies as you build a life that feels sustainable and meaningful. Examples of concerns we might work on include: shame, stress and anxiety,
women's issues
, life transitions, identity, relationships, etc. I have extensive experience working with students and adults.
Accepting new clients for fall/winter 2023! When life feels challenging, therapy can be a helpful place to receive support, insight and new ways to move forward. I am particularly passionate about working with folks who struggle with self-criticism, managing stress and drawing boundaries. I offer warmth, compassion and strategies as you build a life that feels sustainable and meaningful. Examples of concerns we might work on include: shame, stress and anxiety,
women's issues
, life transitions, identity, relationships, etc. I have extensive experience working with students and adults.

Mindful Pleasures Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified
2 Endorsed
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M5V (Online Only)
Our goal at Mindful Pleasures Therapy practice is to provide a reliable online psychotherapy service that allows you grow, educate and heal. We aid clients in overcoming emerging issues including but not limited to anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, co-dependancy, addictions, sex, spirituality, self-esteem, depression,
women's issues
and stress. LGBTQ+ and kink friendly practice. Life is not always easy and it can affect our psychological health and wellbeing. We strive in building a judgment-free, anti-oppressive, compassionate, safe space for adults of all ages to work through challenging issues.
Our goal at Mindful Pleasures Therapy practice is to provide a reliable online psychotherapy service that allows you grow, educate and heal. We aid clients in overcoming emerging issues including but not limited to anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, co-dependancy, addictions, sex, spirituality, self-esteem, depression,
women's issues
and stress. LGBTQ+ and kink friendly practice. Life is not always easy and it can affect our psychological health and wellbeing. We strive in building a judgment-free, anti-oppressive, compassionate, safe space for adults of all ages to work through challenging issues.

The Village Green Online Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP
Verified
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M6J (Online Only)
Are you feeling lost? Are you unsure why you are having challenges in your life? Psychodynamic psychotherapy can help to unravel the roots of our current challenges building self-awareness so that we can breakthrough patterns of behaviour and liberate ourselves. Through our work together, we can build that self-awareness into a personalized map for navigating life's ups and downs. I have a particular focus on
women's issues
such as: dating, divorce, marriage issues, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting, mother wound, perimenopause, menopause, division of labour issues in relationships.
Are you feeling lost? Are you unsure why you are having challenges in your life? Psychodynamic psychotherapy can help to unravel the roots of our current challenges building self-awareness so that we can breakthrough patterns of behaviour and liberate ourselves. Through our work together, we can build that self-awareness into a personalized map for navigating life's ups and downs. I have a particular focus on
women's issues
such as: dating, divorce, marriage issues, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting, mother wound, perimenopause, menopause, division of labour issues in relationships.

Randi Fogelbaum
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M5R
Randi has extensive experience and advanced training in a range of treatment modalities including psychodynamic oriented treatment and cognitive behaviour therapy. She takes an integrative and collaborative approach to her work with clients. She offers treatment for a range of issues including anxiety, relationship problems, adjustment disorders, and has specific expertise in the treatment of eating disorders, body dissatisfaction, low self-esteem/ self-confidence,
women's issues
, life-threatening illness, and loss and bereavement. Randi works with adolescents, young adults, and adults in individual, couple and family therapy. She has extensive experience working with university and college students.
Randi has extensive experience and advanced training in a range of treatment modalities including psychodynamic oriented treatment and cognitive behaviour therapy. She takes an integrative and collaborative approach to her work with clients. She offers treatment for a range of issues including anxiety, relationship problems, adjustment disorders, and has specific expertise in the treatment of eating disorders, body dissatisfaction, low self-esteem/ self-confidence,
women's issues
, life-threatening illness, and loss and bereavement. Randi works with adolescents, young adults, and adults in individual, couple and family therapy. She has extensive experience working with university and college students.

Janet Lynne Clewes
Psychologist, CPsych, PhD, MSc, BASc
Verified
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M4V
I work with a variety of issues such as Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Fears and Phobias, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Relationship Issues,
Women's Issues
, Eating Disorders, and Parenting.
I am a Registered Psychologist with an office located in South Mississauga. I have over 25 years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and groups aged 13 years and over
I work with a variety of issues such as Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Fears and Phobias, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Relationship Issues,
Women's Issues
, Eating Disorders, and Parenting.
I am a Registered Psychologist with an office located in South Mississauga. I have over 25 years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and groups aged 13 years and over

Ashley Brodeur
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M5R
***WELCOMING NEW CLIENTS, ADULTS AND TEENS. *** Therapy is a space to land: to feel supported, brave, listened to and centred. As a practitioner with 10 years of experience in yoga and meditation, I am guided by a belief that the mind and body are interconnected. We’ll work collaboratively to challenge self-held beliefs and nurture your strengths and values. I’m a firm believer that healing ultimately lies in integration, so with that in mind, we’ll not only focus on the symptoms of your pain but also develop a capacity to hold your pain with mindfulness and compassion.
***WELCOMING NEW CLIENTS, ADULTS AND TEENS. *** Therapy is a space to land: to feel supported, brave, listened to and centred. As a practitioner with 10 years of experience in yoga and meditation, I am guided by a belief that the mind and body are interconnected. We’ll work collaboratively to challenge self-held beliefs and nurture your strengths and values. I’m a firm believer that healing ultimately lies in integration, so with that in mind, we’ll not only focus on the symptoms of your pain but also develop a capacity to hold your pain with mindfulness and compassion.

Farah Sheikh
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, , RSW
Verified
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M6G
Waitlist for new clients
As a social worker, psychotherapist and a child of South Asian immigrants, my practice is informed by a broad range of clinical, academic and cultural experiences. I am an individual and family therapist, specializing in working with children, teens and adults. My expertise is in emotional regulation, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss.
As a social worker, psychotherapist and a child of South Asian immigrants, my practice is informed by a broad range of clinical, academic and cultural experiences. I am an individual and family therapist, specializing in working with children, teens and adults. My expertise is in emotional regulation, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss.

Sabrina Rehman
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M4Y (Online Only)
I practice from a collaborative, strengths-based framework that is trauma and attachment informed. I use a holistic approach that works from where you are at in your healing and honours your knowledge and strengths. I have worked in the non-profit sector for over 10 years with families, couples and individuals ages 7 and older.
I practice from a collaborative, strengths-based framework that is trauma and attachment informed. I use a holistic approach that works from where you are at in your healing and honours your knowledge and strengths. I have worked in the non-profit sector for over 10 years with families, couples and individuals ages 7 and older.

Carmina Jasmine Sahota
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd, BA
Verified
3 Endorsed
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M5A (Online Only)
Carrying around the weight and impacts of trauma, negative self-talk, and heavy suppressed emotions can be physically, emotionally, and mentally exhausting. Having someone actively listen without placing blame, shame, guilt, or judgment can be the support needed when you're struggling to cope. Taking the first step towards healing and returning to yourself is acknowledging that you don't have to carry the weight alone. It would be an honour to join you on your journey towards self-discovery, healing and wellness by shining light on the power of your vulnerability, resiliency, and strengths.
Carrying around the weight and impacts of trauma, negative self-talk, and heavy suppressed emotions can be physically, emotionally, and mentally exhausting. Having someone actively listen without placing blame, shame, guilt, or judgment can be the support needed when you're struggling to cope. Taking the first step towards healing and returning to yourself is acknowledging that you don't have to carry the weight alone. It would be an honour to join you on your journey towards self-discovery, healing and wellness by shining light on the power of your vulnerability, resiliency, and strengths.

Fernanda Villanueva
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M5S (Online Only)
I am committed to supporting women experiencing anxiety, depression and recent or past histories of trauma in finding clarity, meaning and improving their overall quality of life. I also work with life transitions and have specialized training in women's mental and reproductive health, including fertility, birth and postpartum changes. I create a strong therapeutic relationship where you can process your emotions, strengthen your coping strategies and work towards your personal growth to create the life you want to live.
I am committed to supporting women experiencing anxiety, depression and recent or past histories of trauma in finding clarity, meaning and improving their overall quality of life. I also work with life transitions and have specialized training in women's mental and reproductive health, including fertility, birth and postpartum changes. I create a strong therapeutic relationship where you can process your emotions, strengthen your coping strategies and work towards your personal growth to create the life you want to live.
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Bea Gancedo Counselling
Counsellor, MA, CCPCP-r
Verified
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M6J (Online Only)
Have you been distressed for a long time? Are you struggling to adjust to recent events in your life? Or simply, you are looking for opportunities to improve your life… counselling support may provide the help you need. Through counselling, you can work to improve your wellness, free yourself from unhealthy patterns, and develop more effective coping strategies with current and future life challenges.
Have you been distressed for a long time? Are you struggling to adjust to recent events in your life? Or simply, you are looking for opportunities to improve your life… counselling support may provide the help you need. Through counselling, you can work to improve your wellness, free yourself from unhealthy patterns, and develop more effective coping strategies with current and future life challenges.

Meaghan Peckham
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M4Y (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I see people with a wide array of concerns, who may be experiencing symptoms related to a mental health concern, have history of childhood or adulthood trauma, experiencing relationship issues, low self-esteem, feeling overwhelmed or stressed in their lives, experiencing grief & loss, infertility, and concerns related to sexuality, gender and sexual orientation. I work from a relational-cultural approach, also incorporating elements of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (body-oriented), Emotion-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and EMDR.
I see people with a wide array of concerns, who may be experiencing symptoms related to a mental health concern, have history of childhood or adulthood trauma, experiencing relationship issues, low self-esteem, feeling overwhelmed or stressed in their lives, experiencing grief & loss, infertility, and concerns related to sexuality, gender and sexual orientation. I work from a relational-cultural approach, also incorporating elements of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (body-oriented), Emotion-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and EMDR.

Anxiety Therapy for Women - Giorgia Patistas
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M5H
As someone who has been to counselling myself, I understand how important it is to find someone you can truly open up to. Life can throw a lot at you, from daily stressors to major events that leave you feeling lost. Whatever you're facing, big or small, I'm here for you. Let's team up and turn those challenges into opportunities for growth. Together, we can pave your path to a more peaceful and confident life. You don't have to face your problems alone.
As someone who has been to counselling myself, I understand how important it is to find someone you can truly open up to. Life can throw a lot at you, from daily stressors to major events that leave you feeling lost. Whatever you're facing, big or small, I'm here for you. Let's team up and turn those challenges into opportunities for growth. Together, we can pave your path to a more peaceful and confident life. You don't have to face your problems alone.

Heidi Mehta
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
15 Endorsed
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M4W (Online Only)
Are you a woman or non-binary / Black, Indigenous, or Person of Colour / ILGBTQ2SIA+ / a Person with Chronic Pain or Illness? Are you tired of not being seen? Are you always the strong one, struggling to hold it all? Do you need a space where you can heal for you? Is your care not revolutionary? Looking for a therapist who gets YOU? I offer a welcoming, compassionate space where you can be your whole self; heal from trauma, burnout, anxiety, depression, etc.; and be your best most authentic self. Enjoy better relationships and a more balanced life. Let's start by showing up for you. Feel confident and great. I believe in you.
Are you a woman or non-binary / Black, Indigenous, or Person of Colour / ILGBTQ2SIA+ / a Person with Chronic Pain or Illness? Are you tired of not being seen? Are you always the strong one, struggling to hold it all? Do you need a space where you can heal for you? Is your care not revolutionary? Looking for a therapist who gets YOU? I offer a welcoming, compassionate space where you can be your whole self; heal from trauma, burnout, anxiety, depression, etc.; and be your best most authentic self. Enjoy better relationships and a more balanced life. Let's start by showing up for you. Feel confident and great. I believe in you.

Amanda Carver
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, Counsel, RP, CCC
Verified
5 Endorsed
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M5A
Now Accepting new clients on behalf of the team at Nerve Psychotherapy! Looking for an experienced therapist to help you manage your anxiety and heal from past trauma? Our team has years of experience helping individuals overcome their struggles and find peace of mind. Through a combination of evidence-based therapy techniques and a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, our therapist can help you identify the root causes of your anxiety and trauma, develop coping skills to manage your symptoms and work towards long-lasting healing and growth.
Now Accepting new clients on behalf of the team at Nerve Psychotherapy! Looking for an experienced therapist to help you manage your anxiety and heal from past trauma? Our team has years of experience helping individuals overcome their struggles and find peace of mind. Through a combination of evidence-based therapy techniques and a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, our therapist can help you identify the root causes of your anxiety and trauma, develop coping skills to manage your symptoms and work towards long-lasting healing and growth.

Alli Therapy - Natalie Taylor
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP-Q, HBSc
Verified
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
When life starts to get stressful it can bring on waves of anxiety, feelings of depression, or overwhelming sensations that are too difficult to work through on your own. It is so important to have someone to confide in when life’s stressors get in your way. The step into therapy to help work through this can be the biggest and bravest step you take in your life! You want to find a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental environment that focuses on validating the lived experiences that have made you, you.
When life starts to get stressful it can bring on waves of anxiety, feelings of depression, or overwhelming sensations that are too difficult to work through on your own. It is so important to have someone to confide in when life’s stressors get in your way. The step into therapy to help work through this can be the biggest and bravest step you take in your life! You want to find a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental environment that focuses on validating the lived experiences that have made you, you.

Paula Klein
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M6G (Online Only)
As a social worker with more than 30 years experience, practicing individual and couples/psychotherapy and more recently life coaching, I work with people to address challenges, meet their life goals, and live more fully and in accordance with their values. I embrace the opportunity to work with clients to reach, grow, thrive and flourish in their personal and/or professional lives, and move more easily through life. I also utilize my training in Applied Positive Psychology, covering both theory and tools, to increase resilience and wellbeing.
As a social worker with more than 30 years experience, practicing individual and couples/psychotherapy and more recently life coaching, I work with people to address challenges, meet their life goals, and live more fully and in accordance with their values. I embrace the opportunity to work with clients to reach, grow, thrive and flourish in their personal and/or professional lives, and move more easily through life. I also utilize my training in Applied Positive Psychology, covering both theory and tools, to increase resilience and wellbeing.

Jennifer Petryschuk
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd
Verified
1 Endorsed
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M4Y
I help individuals and couples heal through body-based psychotherapy. Many of my clients feel disconnected from their bodies, whether this be because of pain, burnout, trauma or emotional numbing. It can be impossible to feel sometimes. While our bodies are smart and have adapted to our trauma, there is also a way to reconnect and heal.
I help individuals and couples heal through body-based psychotherapy. Many of my clients feel disconnected from their bodies, whether this be because of pain, burnout, trauma or emotional numbing. It can be impossible to feel sometimes. While our bodies are smart and have adapted to our trauma, there is also a way to reconnect and heal.

Ashlyn James
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Verified
2 Endorsed
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M5V (Online Only)
Hi I am Ashlyn, with clinical training and professional experience, from my Masters at the University of Toronto, I have experience working with a wide range of issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, sex, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, & life-transitions. I am dedicated to helping my clients achieve their goals and live a fulfilling life. I focus on personalizing therapy while building a warm, validating, judgment-free, safe space for adult to work through challenging issues. Together we will explore your thoughts, feelings, intuition and physical sensations to find a path to healing, growth & fulfillment.
Hi I am Ashlyn, with clinical training and professional experience, from my Masters at the University of Toronto, I have experience working with a wide range of issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, sex, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, & life-transitions. I am dedicated to helping my clients achieve their goals and live a fulfilling life. I focus on personalizing therapy while building a warm, validating, judgment-free, safe space for adult to work through challenging issues. Together we will explore your thoughts, feelings, intuition and physical sensations to find a path to healing, growth & fulfillment.
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Women's Issues Counsellors
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.