Dialectical (DBT) Therapists in Downtown, Toronto, ON
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Monica Goulet
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
I draw from a variety of therapeutic styles, such as Narrative, ACT,
DBT
, and parts work, and will tailor my approach to your needs and preferences.
If you are struggling with overwhelming emotions, relationship issues, marginalization, or trauma, you may find hope and empowerment through therapy. As a queer, non-binary therapist, I focus on social justice and how oppression can both impact you and be resisted on a personal level. I will support you to work with overwhelming emotions so that they don’t control you or damage your relationships, and instead guide you towards a more fulfilling life. Through a supportive and collaborative relationship, we can deeply understand your experiences, help you heal from their impacts, and work towards your hopes for your life.
Aworie Health and Wellness Services
RSW, MSW, BSW, BAPsych
Verified
Clients can rely on Aworie’s therapists to provide evidence-based therapeutic modalities such as, CBT,
DBT
, EFT, and more.
Although the conversation around mental health has evolved within the past decade, healthcare disparities within the private mental health sector endure. Aworie Canada is a social enterprise that focuses on mental health equity and promotion for marginalized Canadians. Our system integrates psychotherapeutic treatment and wellness pathways, using modern evidence-based clinical approaches. Unlike other clinics across North America, low-cost counselling service do not equate to low-quality service at Aworie.
Leigh Hunter
Counsellor, RSW, BSW, PGADMH
Verified
Sliding scale services rooted in affordability and evidence-based methodology such as cognitive-behavioural therapy,
dialectical
behavioural therapy, mindfulness and meditation, motivational interviewing and more.
Mental health challenges do not discriminate; meaning that they can affect anyone and everyone, at any moment in time. Together we can work together to meet the diverse mental health concerns that one may experience. Through a compassionate, high-quality, and affordable service plan, one can expect to work towards their goals, ambitions and wellness, at the pace one desires. The emphasis in my therapeutic delivery is placed on the human experience, meeting one where they are, and healing through connection.
Nicholas Maraj
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and have specialized training in Mindfulness Based Therapy,
Dialectical
Behavior Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and CBT for Insomnia.
My practice specializes in helping people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and stress. As a counsellor my approach to therapy is holistic. I strive to take into consideration all aspects of an individual's life. My practice offers a range of services including specialized CBT programs for Anxiety and Depression, Mindfulness training, and Coaching services for stress management. In order to be client centered, I am now offering secure online sessions via zoom for greater access and convenience.
Rachel Costa
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
I have completed various trainings such as
DBT
and TCI and I am currently being trained in CBT, ACT, EFST, and topics related to body image and eating disorders.
*Now accepting new clients". Hi, my name is Rachel Costa and I am a Master of Social Work intern completing my practicum at Rachel Oliver Counselling and Consulting. I have many years of experience working in not-for-profit organizations, hospitals, and schools. I’ve primarily worked with adolescents and adults 18+ older, who seek support in crisis, behavioural, substance abuse, relationship issues and trauma. Areas of practice that I am particularly interested in anxiety, depression, grief and bereavement.
The Ontario DBT Centre
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Our team consists of skilled and highly trained compassionate therapists who have chosen to focus their careers on building expertise in
DBT
.
Our Comprehensive
Dialectical
Behaviour Therapy (
DBT
) program helps people who experience intense emotions, chronic depression, intense anxiety, impulsive behaviours, self-harm/suicidal behaviour, or problems in relationships. Our treatment is tailored to each individual clients' needs and focused on helping each client achieve the goals that they themselves wish to work towards.
Maya Reich
Psychiatric Nurse, RN, CPMHNC
Verified
I use a variety of evidence-based therapy modalities (CBT,
DBT
) as well as psychoeducation to inform our work together and help meet your needs each session.
Hi, I’m Maya – I’m so glad you’re here, taking this step in finding a therapist to support you and your needs. I use a client-centered, trauma-informed approach to create a safe, warm, and compassionate space for you to develop further insight into yourself – past challenges, current thought patterns, and difficult emotions. We will work together to identify your goals for therapy; in doing so my hope is to help you increase your awareness of and compassion for challenges you may experience, and support you to feel empowered in making helpful and hopeful shifts in your own life, one day at a time.
Heather Gordon Wellness Beginnings
Registered Social Worker, EdD, MSW, RSW, PMP
Verified
The therapeutic approaches I use include Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,
Dialectical
and Narrative Therapy.
Are you feeling stressed? overwhelmed? anxious or depressed? Let’s talk and find out what is the best path to improve your wellness. You have made the first step by being here. My approach focuses on all facets of an individuals’ life, health, history, and current needs. I am a social worker with over 20 years’ experience helping diverse populations with varying psycho-social issues that promote health and wellness. With strength based and dynamic interpersonal approaches I aim to understand each client’s unique experiences and needs. You are the expert in your life, and it will be a privilege to assist in your Wellness Journey.
Lisa Pont
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
I have an integrated approach that is informed by Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy (CBT),
Dialectical
Behavioural Therapy (
DBT
), Mindfulness, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Anti-Oppressive Practice.
As a therapist, I have the privilege of meeting people at a critical point in their lives when they are looking to understand themselves better, make changes and deal with painful feelings. I think it is so important for people to have someone non-judgmental to talk to about what is going on in their lives. I look forward to the possibility of meeting and helping you with a challenging period of your life with some humour, humility and almost 20 years of experience as a social worker.
Amy Shannon
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Shannon has received training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy,
Dialectical
Behaviour Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Gottman Couples Therapy.
Dr. Shannon is a registered clinical psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She provides assessment and treatment for adults and couples with a range of challenges including: depression, anxiety, overwhelming emotions, relationship difficulties, and stress. She also has a special interest in assisting clients with concerns related to trauma, eating, and body image.
Carolyne Seward
Occupational Therapist, MScOT, OT Reg, (Ont)
Verified
My approach to practice is trauma-informed and draws from a variety of modalities including: acceptance commitment therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy,
dialectical
behavioural therapy, and motivational interviewing.
I am a registered occupational therapist providing psychotherapy services to clients dealing with depression, anxiety and other stress-related disorders. I aim to create a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients to process difficult emotions while also creating a sense of hope for a brighter future. We'll work together to help you uncover what types of barriers keep getting in the way of you living the life you want and help you to develop strategies to overcome them.
Anna Marson
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified
I use evidence-based practices including CBT,
DBT
, MBCT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, the Internal Family Systems model, ADHD coaching, attachment-informed therapy, & Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.
I'm passionate about helping and connecting with others. My wealth of clinical and front line experience provides me with expertise and practical skills not possessed by most therapists. I view each client as an expert in their own lives, largely integrating their goals in counselling. My work is inspired by the science of neuroplasticity, thus I provide education about human behaviour and brain functioning to help clients make sense of their difficulties and see their challenges from a normalizing view. Many clients find this information to be helpful, hopeful, and empowering, as it gives us a roadmap for resolving their issues.
Paige Pawluk
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
I have education and experience in; Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT,
Dialectical
Behaviour Therapy (
DBT
), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Narrative Therapy.
I support individuals & couples experiencing challenges with interpersonal relationships, family dynamics, anxiety, career stress, depression, trauma, and life transitions. My approach begins with building a therapeutic rapport to provide space for exploring, curiosity, and healing. I practice from a framework that recognizes your individual strengths, is informed by attachment, considers neuroscience research, and is cognizant of any past trauma/circumstances that brought you here. Collaboratively, we will use a combination of evidence-based strategies to manage your current concerns and foster hope and resilience.
Normand Daemon
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Hello I’m Normand. I am a Queer person; a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist; and a board game enthusiast. My practice focuses on the importance of self-determination, diversity, and relationship building; while being both neuroscience and trauma informed. I have been trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Transformative Meditation and I am eclectically informed by other styles including
Dialectical
Behavior Therapy (
DBT
), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Psychodynamic Therapy.
Bella Pahlevan
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
I use modalities such as CBT,
DBT
, person-centered, compassion focused therapy and trauma informed frameworks to address my clients needs.
I believe that no matter what you have been through, there's always a way to move forward and start to heal. Even in the darkest of times, there's a glimmer of hope and a desire to feel at peace and safe. What matters is that instead of giving up, you are seeking help and that means you are getting ready to use external and internal resources to move past what's causing you distress. I take an individualized approach that is tailored to the needs of each client. I believe deeply in providing a non-judgmental atmosphere where you feel safe to be yourself.
Charlie Williams
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
I use an integrative approach drawing from modalities such as Narrative Therapy,
Dialectical
Behavioural Therapy and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.
As a registered social worker, I offer sessions to individuals navigating a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, sexuality and gender identity, low motivation and self-worth. I have more than 15 years of experience working with diverse communities with a focus on 2SLGBTQ communities as well as post-secondary students. I strive to create a space that is warm and compassionate with an approach to healing that is non-pathological, collaborative and non-judgemental and centers your perspectives and lived experiences.
Sheffy Bhayee
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified
I call myself an "integrative" therapist which means I combine elements from Acceptance and Commitment, CBT, Emotion-Focused,
DBT
, EMDR and the Gottman Method in my practice.
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* If you're reading this, it is likely that you are looking to make change(s) in your life but you may not know what needs to change or how to go about it. I'm here to offer you insight and new perspectives towards the challenge(s) you may be facing and provide you with the skills and tools to navigate it. We will collaborate in understanding the nature of the issue(s) and decide on goal(s) you'd like to move towards. Above all, I deeply value having a safe, open and transparent therapeutic relationship with you, and so, you can always expect to feel seen, heard and validated during our interactions.
Jessica Flaman
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Therefore, my lens is a blending of alternative and evidence-based practices such as; Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy,
Dialectical
Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness-based and Somatic informed approaches.
My personal and professional choices are driven by my inclination to understand the human experience and connect with others on their journeys toward healing and self-discovery. I bring authenticity, compassion and curiosity into the therapeutic relationship, and strive to create a space that is safe and nonjudgmental.
Mindful Maelstrom Wellness Clinic
Registered Psychotherapist, CPsych, MC, RP, MA, RP, MEd,RP, LMSW
Verified
Synthesizing aspects of person-centered, emotion-focused, cognitive /
dialectical
behavioural, and mindfulness-based modalities, our therapists make use of a dynamic blend of approaches to support you in achieving your goals.
Your Oasis of Calm - Take a step inside of our private wellness clinic and you will instantly be transported from the bustle of the vibrant neighbourhood outside into an oasis of healing and calm. Located just one block north of Queen Street West on the Ossington strip, we are passionate about working with each of our clients to create a personalized treatment program. Offering a range of regulated health modalities, we are here to support you in achieving your desired state of emotional balance by working through both the physical and psychological discomforts in your life.
The DBT Clinic
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
People who benefit from
DBT
often struggle with Borderline Personality Disorder, suicidal thoughts or suicidal behaviour, self-harm, intense negative emotions, impulsive behaviours, substance abuse, anger management, relationship difficulties, chronic feelings of emptiness, and eating disorders, among other possible problems. Our team is dedicated to helping clients who struggle with their emotions to achieve less suffering and greater peace, and to build the lives they want to live.
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Dialectical (DBT) Counsellors
Dialectical behaviour Therapy (DBT) is the treatment most closely associated with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Counsellors practice DBT in both individual and group sessions. The therapy combines elements of CBT to help with regulating emotion through distress tolerance and mindfulness. The goal of Dialectical behaviour Therapy is to alleviate the intense emotional pain associated with BPD. Its core assumption is that change and acceptance are intertwined. We typically think of our efforts to change things as emerging out of non-acceptance. We either decide to accept things as they are or we seek to change: through DBT it's not a case of change or acceptance, but resolving the conflicts to allow for self-acceptance and constructive change.
If you're looking for DBT therapy in Downtown, Toronto or for a Downtown, Toronto DBT counsellor these professionals provide dialectical behaviour therapy, DBT group therapy, DBT therapy, dialectic behavioural therapy, and dialectical therapy. They provide dialectical counselling, DBT counselling in Downtown, Toronto and DBT treatment. They include DBT groups, DBT therapists, DBT psychologists and DBT counselling.
If you're looking for DBT therapy in Downtown, Toronto or for a Downtown, Toronto DBT counsellor these professionals provide dialectical behaviour therapy, DBT group therapy, DBT therapy, dialectic behavioural therapy, and dialectical therapy. They provide dialectical counselling, DBT counselling in Downtown, Toronto and DBT treatment. They include DBT groups, DBT therapists, DBT psychologists and DBT counselling.