Family Therapy in Downtown, Toronto, ON
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The Heart of Healing
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Anxiety, burnout, stress,
family
, trauma, life transitions, or multiracial/racial-related matters (to name a few) … if you need help with any of these, you've come to the right place. I have extensive training (see my profile) to help you find solutions or provide a listening ear. I've worked with people from diverse backgrounds and ages and what’s most important to know is that at the heart of healing… is connection. Whether it's connecting with loved ones or seeking guidance from a counselor, creating a safe space is key to inspiring change. Let me support you in making positive changes and living your best life. Let's do this!
Ching Fong (Theodora) Li
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I help older persons and their
family
caregivers to navigate the aging journey and care systems, so that you may experience inner peace and embrace this turbulent voyage with hope and meaning.
Do you find that your aging parent is very difficult to care for? Have you noticed your emotions being easily triggered by their actions or comments? Are you having difficult conversations with your
family
about their care? Taking care of an aging parent can be very emotionally draining but it can also be an opportunity for inner healing, reconciliation, and growth.
For Health's Sake
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP, RSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
We specialize in individual, couples and
family therapy
and offer effective treatment that is tailored to fit your needs and personality.
We are a team of mental health professionals including Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Social Workers, who have advanced training in evidence-based Psychotherapy models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and more. No two people are exactly the same so client-centered care is one of our priorities at For Health's Sake. We offer both virtual and in-person mental health services at both our Downtown Toronto and Leslieville locations. We have nearly 400 google reviews, all 5 stars.
Natasha's Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, HBA, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Our clinicians use a variety of evidence-based treatments; Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR,
Family
Based Treatment for Eating Disorders,
Family Therapy
, Couple Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness-based approach.
We work collaboratively with clients to understand their struggles and help them recognize their strengths. We offer an empathic, non-judgmental, and safe atmosphere for clients to discuss their issues and rediscover a sense of courage. Wanting to see a therapist but unsure how with the stress of a busy life or perhaps anxiety about attending an office appointment? Online Therapy offers you the convenience of a therapy session in the comfort of your own home or a chosen location. Currently accepting clients for ONLINE/PHONE THERAPY only. Instagram: natashacounselling
Rainbowcounselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We hold space for everyone, regardless if you're questioning, out to some, not out at all, not wanting to come out, or just have
family
/friends in the community that you want to be able to feel comfortable sharing about! We welcome parents of 2SLGBTQ+ children seeking support in navigating their new diverse identities.
Rainbowcounselling is a 2SLGBTQ+ Affirming Counselling practice which supports folks all over Ontario, Canada. We value anti-oppressive and trauma informed approaches to counselling. Our therapists understand the importance of bridging the gap in accessible mental health care for queer and transgender folks. We currently only practice virtually and offer sliding scale options with our intern therapists.
Hope M Pelufo
RP, MSc, BA, DipGIT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Does any of this sound familiar? You survived emotional neglect. You work hard and are independent. Sometimes, your drive has harmed relationships and partnerships. Perhaps your
family
members struggle with alcohol or addictions. You often feel isolated and "not enough", and could use help from a person who understands these challenges. If you are Neurodivergent, in Recovery; in, or considering gender transition, I have specific education + experience to support you (Rainbow Health Ontario provider). I am a relinquishee, ACE, trans and in a loving marriage. I work, volunteer and learn in Harm Reduction communities.
Nicolia Sandiford
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Welcome to your ahha moments! I am here to guide, encourage, and facilitate the change that you have been looking for. If you are experiencing anxiety, grief, depression, stress or just worried about life transitions, I am here to help. Even if you don’t know exactly what is wrong, but you just don’t feel like yourself and friends and
family
are increasingly concerned, this is the place for you. I will support you in gaining the confidence to reflect and move towards become a better version of yourself.
Waitlist for new clients
Sierra Gaudreault
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
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 or mood and drawing boundaries with others. I offer warmth, compassion and guidance as you build a life that feels sustainable and meaningful. Examples of concerns we might work on include: shame, stress, general or social anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, women's issues, life transitions, identity, relationships,
family
conflict, anger, etc. I have extensive experience working with students and adults.
Nicola Mansworth
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
My approach to psychotherapy is integrative and evidence-informed, drawn primarily from Emotion Focused Therapy, Emotion Focused
Family Therapy
and Attachment Based
Family Therapy
.
I work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, disconnection and loneliness, and couples and families facing breakdowns in communication and conflict. In individual therapy, we can explore the deep and often painful emotions that get in the way of feeling accepted, understood and truly engaged in one’s life and relationships, including exploring low self-esteem, self-criticism, and perfectionism. Couples therapy allows exploration of the negative cycle disrupting the relationship, leading to improved connection and communication.
Family
work helps reconnect the ruptured bond between caregivers and their loved one.
Kirsty Matthews
Counsellor, CCC
Verified
Verified
Some of the approaches I use are: cognitive-behavioral, developmental, emotionally focused therapy, existential/humanistic,
family
systems,.
I want you to be able to me your story in your own way, and know that I wont judge you. I hope that you will feel safe enough with me to be able to express yourself as freely and as honestly as possible, knowing that there are no thoughts or feelings that aren't allowed in this space. And knowing that You are entitled to feel whatever it is that you feel, whether its fear or anger or jealousy or sadness, or guilt or shame.I will sit with you in this space and help you to express and explore whatever it is you might be feeling. You can be beautifully imperfect and authentically you in this space.
Gabrielle Provencher
Registered Social Worker, MSc, RSW, RMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have been helping clients make peace with their inner self through counselling and psychotherapy services for over 8 years as a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Marriage and
Family Therapist
.
Hi! I am Gabrielle and I am glad you found my page. I am here to explore your options and guide you to make the best choices that fit your life. Taking the first step in seeking support can be overwhelming but the good news is that once it’s done, things can only get better. I am confident that my professional skills partnered with your personal experiences will allow you to find your best path forward.
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Normand Daemon
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
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), and I am eclectically informed by other styles including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal
Family
Systems (IFS), and Psychodynamic Therapy.
Stacey Brion
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MEd, RP
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have devoted much of my time to building a fulfilling career working with families, couples, children and adolescents. My approach to therapy is integrative in nature, and brings together both person-centered and cognitive therapies to help clients better understand their strengths, to implement solutions, and to improve the stability and happiness of the person, the
family
and or couple.
Shawna Paris-Hoyte
Registered Social Worker, ONS, KC, BCCH, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
As a psychotherapist, Board-Certified hypnotherapist, EMDR therapist, & lawyer, I provide integrative clinical services to find solutions to the daily challenges that impact individuals across the life span. I utilize EMDR, CBT, DBT, and hypnotherapy to address issues of anxiety/stress, depression, trauma, grief, life stages, fears, phobias, low self-esteem, procrastination, anger,
family
conflict, etc. I have studied trauma at the Ph.D level. As a lawyer, I practiced
family
law, etc.. My clinical framework is solution-focused, strengths-based, motivational, trauma-informed, culturally competent, client-centered, and results-driven.
Not accepting new clients
Herman Chow
Registered Psychotherapist, DMin, RP, RMFT, CCFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Herman is a registered psychotherapist & marriage &
family therapist
.
Whether you are feeling a bit stuck or having difficulties managing your life, Herman Chow Counselling can help. I am a highly trained psychotherapist who can help you get unstuck and reach your full potential. I can work with you to determine the best therapy approach for your challenges in a safe, nurturing, and professional atmosphere.
Maya Dousti
Registered Psychotherapist, MPsy
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
In therapy, I work with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, emotional dysregulation, self-esteem, life transitions, racial and cultural issues,
family
and interpersonal relationships.
Life often sends things our way we feel unprepared for, which can make us feel stuck, scared, or lost. Psychotherapy can help to develop the skills to navigate through what we cannot expect. Recognizing the cultural differences in acknowledging mental health, it is important for me to provide a space for all individuals to explore their challenges and overcome their obstacles. To me, therapy is about self-awareness and healing. It takes a lot of courage to seek help, and I admire your first step into this unknown. By seeking support, you have already taken the first vital step towards self-growth.
Julie Zikman Toporoski
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Family
support regarding major mental illness (psychosis, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety), incest (parent-child; sibling-sibling) and adolescent-parent conflict.
My empathic, non-judgmental approach to clients seeking support for a broad range of difficulties has lead to effective therapeutic partnerships for over twenty years. I have extensive experience conducting assessments and providing personalized therapy for individuals, couples, families and groups dealing with complex difficulties.
Rehaan Shafi
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I can help you process emotions and give you tools to cope with cultural identity conflicts, disordered eating, perfectionism, body image issues,
family
conflict and career stress.
As a woman from a cultural minority, you may feel overwhelmed by the stresses your culture can bring. Being told to keep silent. Growing up in a dysfunctional home. You may have been body shamed. Or experienced trauma that your culture may overlook. You may have depression that can't be talked about with your loved ones. You may experience stress with eating, your health, body or career. You may not be able to pinpoint where your distress is coming from! I'd love to help you explore, label and resolve what you're going through.
Waitlist for new clients
Sarah Malleau
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified
Verified
How do attachment and
family
systems shape our relational instincts and capacity to identify and regulate emotion? Move toward improving well-being, self-esteem, impulse-control, and personal growth with evidence-based, trauma-informed treatment.
Supporting you through life transitions, coming to terms with previous traumas (including sexual assault), concerns related to gender and sexuality, struggling with anxiety, depression, meaning, relationship challenges, and complex grief (including childhood loss). The process is truly collaborative; we work together to consider your current patterns and explore how they may be connected to various times or parts of your life. In gaining an understanding of how you experience things and your characteristic ways of engaging with the world, treatment is tailored to work best for you and the results you'd like to see in therapy.
Meredith Blidner Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I work adult clients ranging in age from their 20s to 100s. I provide one-on-one counselling to clients working toward achieving personal wellness across a wide spectrum of concerns including those coping with anxiety, significant life changes, stress management & relationship concerns. I also offer system navigation and resource counselling for seniors, their caregivers and
family
members. The goal of this part of my practice is to link people to the right resources for them and help them better understand the complex healthcare system.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.