Female Therapists in Downtown, Toronto, ON
I provide therapy to individuals seeking support for a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, gender identity, childhood trauma, sexual abuse, neurodivergence, and substance use. My goal is to help you safely explore your experiences with curiosity and compassion, while developing strategies to navigate challenges and strengthen trust in yourself.
I provide therapy to individuals seeking support for a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, gender identity, childhood trauma, sexual abuse, neurodivergence, and substance use. My goal is to help you safely explore your experiences with curiosity and compassion, while developing strategies to navigate challenges and strengthen trust in yourself.
Natascha Christine Piciga
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, CYC, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Whether you’re challenged by racing thoughts, worrying incessantly about the future, feeling stuck, unable to cultivate joy in your life or want a life change but don’t know where to start, having the courage to ask for help is the first step. As a therapist, building an open and trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients is of utmost importance. Therapy is a process that unravels differently for everyone l. I meet clients exactly where they are on their path in life, using an interactive, warm and non-judgemental approach. I create a safe space where feelings are validated, and clients are heard.
Whether you’re challenged by racing thoughts, worrying incessantly about the future, feeling stuck, unable to cultivate joy in your life or want a life change but don’t know where to start, having the courage to ask for help is the first step. As a therapist, building an open and trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients is of utmost importance. Therapy is a process that unravels differently for everyone l. I meet clients exactly where they are on their path in life, using an interactive, warm and non-judgemental approach. I create a safe space where feelings are validated, and clients are heard.
Andrea Benites Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, PhD, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Dealing with changes or transitions in our lives can be a painful process. You may feel overwhelmed with emotions and uncertainties about your future. You may feel like the world you used to know changed completely and it has been difficult to reconnect to who you are. You may feel like you need to reconnect and reframe your experiences and need a safe space to take care of your emotional health. I know that can be challenging to face your vulnerability while everything is changing in a way you cannot control. Allow me to support you in this transformative process.
Dealing with changes or transitions in our lives can be a painful process. You may feel overwhelmed with emotions and uncertainties about your future. You may feel like the world you used to know changed completely and it has been difficult to reconnect to who you are. You may feel like you need to reconnect and reframe your experiences and need a safe space to take care of your emotional health. I know that can be challenging to face your vulnerability while everything is changing in a way you cannot control. Allow me to support you in this transformative process.
Tracy Kennedy
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5A
Are you carrying wounds from your past that feel impossible to heal? Have you recently experienced a traumatic event? With nearly two decades of experience working with trauma, I specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a highly effective, evidence-based treatment for trauma, recognized by the World Health Organization and widely used by Veterans Affairs for PTSD recovery.
Are you carrying wounds from your past that feel impossible to heal? Have you recently experienced a traumatic event? With nearly two decades of experience working with trauma, I specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a highly effective, evidence-based treatment for trauma, recognized by the World Health Organization and widely used by Veterans Affairs for PTSD recovery.
Lucy Alguire
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BFA, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M6R
I often work alongside young adults and teens who live a creative, unconventional lifestyle and who have a unique set of struggles and strengths. Some are dealing with issues related to identity and self-understanding, and others are doing their best to manage the depth and complexity of their emotional landscape. I see a lot of deep thinkers, over-analyzers, perfectionists and clients battling self-doubt or imposter syndrome. Anxiety or ADHD symptoms can often be intertwined with these struggles.
I often work alongside young adults and teens who live a creative, unconventional lifestyle and who have a unique set of struggles and strengths. Some are dealing with issues related to identity and self-understanding, and others are doing their best to manage the depth and complexity of their emotional landscape. I see a lot of deep thinkers, over-analyzers, perfectionists and clients battling self-doubt or imposter syndrome. Anxiety or ADHD symptoms can often be intertwined with these struggles.
Welcome to a space where your journey matters. Navigating life's challenges can feel overwhelming, especially when balancing work, education, or adjusting to new environments. Whether you're facing mental health concerns, exploring your identity, or confronting systemic barriers, I’m here to help you uncover your strengths and create a path that feels authentic and empowering.
Welcome to a space where your journey matters. Navigating life's challenges can feel overwhelming, especially when balancing work, education, or adjusting to new environments. Whether you're facing mental health concerns, exploring your identity, or confronting systemic barriers, I’m here to help you uncover your strengths and create a path that feels authentic and empowering.
Throughout my clinical practice, I have had the privilege of working in women’s mental health, general psychiatry, and gerontology, helping individuals, couples and families navigate significant life transitions, trauma, racial trauma, microaggressions, grief, conflict, interpersonal relationships, and low self-esteem.
To better meet the needs of each individual client, I apply an integrative approach to psychotherapy, weaving together different treatment modalities from my training and personal experience.
Throughout my clinical practice, I have had the privilege of working in women’s mental health, general psychiatry, and gerontology, helping individuals, couples and families navigate significant life transitions, trauma, racial trauma, microaggressions, grief, conflict, interpersonal relationships, and low self-esteem.
To better meet the needs of each individual client, I apply an integrative approach to psychotherapy, weaving together different treatment modalities from my training and personal experience.
The Design Your Life Centre
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M4M
I am an award-winning Clinical Psychologist, acclaimed speaker, and the CEO, founder, and clinical director of The Design Your Life Centre, a psychotherapy practice in Toronto and the founder of the online Design Your Life Community. With more than 20 years experience helping people navigate some of life’s most difficult journeys such as infertility, pregnancy loss, chronic pain, chronic illness and sudden traumatic events, my strength is my ability to recognize resilience and teach people how to apply proven psychological strategies in order to move past mere survival and thrive in the face of adversity.
I am an award-winning Clinical Psychologist, acclaimed speaker, and the CEO, founder, and clinical director of The Design Your Life Centre, a psychotherapy practice in Toronto and the founder of the online Design Your Life Community. With more than 20 years experience helping people navigate some of life’s most difficult journeys such as infertility, pregnancy loss, chronic pain, chronic illness and sudden traumatic events, my strength is my ability to recognize resilience and teach people how to apply proven psychological strategies in order to move past mere survival and thrive in the face of adversity.
As a Black Muslim Woman, I am mindful of the many intersecting identities that can influence an individual’s life and incorporate this into my therapeutic approach.
I practice from a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and feminist perspective and empower you to meet your emotional, mental, and spiritual goals using evidence-based skills.
As a Black Muslim Woman, I am mindful of the many intersecting identities that can influence an individual’s life and incorporate this into my therapeutic approach.
I practice from a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and feminist perspective and empower you to meet your emotional, mental, and spiritual goals using evidence-based skills.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that hold you back? I’m here to help you find clarity, resilience, and peace. With compassion and expertise, I support clients like you in navigating life’s challenges and discovering tools to thrive. Together, we’ll create a safe space to explore your needs, strengthen your relationships, and foster a balanced, fulfilling life. Whether you're dealing with stress, trauma, or seeking personal growth, let's start this journey toward healing and positive change. Reach out today, and let’s make your well-being a priority.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that hold you back? I’m here to help you find clarity, resilience, and peace. With compassion and expertise, I support clients like you in navigating life’s challenges and discovering tools to thrive. Together, we’ll create a safe space to explore your needs, strengthen your relationships, and foster a balanced, fulfilling life. Whether you're dealing with stress, trauma, or seeking personal growth, let's start this journey toward healing and positive change. Reach out today, and let’s make your well-being a priority.
Julie Stevenson
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW, CGRMS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you are reading this, there is a good chance you are seeking ways to make yourself different or better in some way. Let me hold your story. My approach is very holistic - we'll identify your strengths, maybe even some super powers, then identify healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and living. With a collaborative approach, you can learn to master your emotions; change unhealthy thought patterns; heal from trauma; navigate addiction; and process unresolved grief. As a Grief Recovery Method Specialist, I am proud to offer you an action-based, powerful, directed approach to healing from life's deepest heartbreaks.
If you are reading this, there is a good chance you are seeking ways to make yourself different or better in some way. Let me hold your story. My approach is very holistic - we'll identify your strengths, maybe even some super powers, then identify healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and living. With a collaborative approach, you can learn to master your emotions; change unhealthy thought patterns; heal from trauma; navigate addiction; and process unresolved grief. As a Grief Recovery Method Specialist, I am proud to offer you an action-based, powerful, directed approach to healing from life's deepest heartbreaks.
Meet Our Female Counsellors
Olivia Vander Vloet
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, CCAC, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Online Only
Looking for a therapy experience that is catered to your needs and preferences? I'm Olivia, and we should connect! I am dedicated to empowering Gen Zs and Millennials as they navigate the rollercoaster of emotions that accompany the ever-changing landscape of your 20s and 30s—think anxiety, confusion, insecurity, and instability. I offer compassionate support to help untangle the web of thoughts and emotions that can feel so overwhelming. To learn more about whether I can support you on tour therapy journey, book a free 15 minute Meet & Greet with me by clicking the "my website" link.
Looking for a therapy experience that is catered to your needs and preferences? I'm Olivia, and we should connect! I am dedicated to empowering Gen Zs and Millennials as they navigate the rollercoaster of emotions that accompany the ever-changing landscape of your 20s and 30s—think anxiety, confusion, insecurity, and instability. I offer compassionate support to help untangle the web of thoughts and emotions that can feel so overwhelming. To learn more about whether I can support you on tour therapy journey, book a free 15 minute Meet & Greet with me by clicking the "my website" link.
Choosing a psychotherapist is a deeply personal decision, and I’m here to make that process as welcoming and empowering as possible. My approach is rooted in an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities designed to meet your unique needs and goals. Drawing from person-centered therapy, I create a safe and supportive space where your experiences are honored and your voice is central to our work. Whether you are navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, career struggles, relationship stress, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I tailor our sessions to your unique journey. Together, we’ll work toward the changes you are seeking!
Choosing a psychotherapist is a deeply personal decision, and I’m here to make that process as welcoming and empowering as possible. My approach is rooted in an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities designed to meet your unique needs and goals. Drawing from person-centered therapy, I create a safe and supportive space where your experiences are honored and your voice is central to our work. Whether you are navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, career struggles, relationship stress, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I tailor our sessions to your unique journey. Together, we’ll work toward the changes you are seeking!
I’m so glad you’re here. If you’re struggling with the uncomfortable and beautiful mess of being human, you’re in the right place. You might feel like you can't turn your mind off, getting down on yourself with harsh criticism or anxious doubt, struggling with dynamics in a relationship, going through a destabilizing change, or feeling trapped by old wounds. You might feel that others view you as having your "stuff" together, but inside you’re struggling in ways that are hard to articulate. You’re ready to find freedom from patterns, emotions, thoughts, and relationship dynamics that are bringing you down.
I’m so glad you’re here. If you’re struggling with the uncomfortable and beautiful mess of being human, you’re in the right place. You might feel like you can't turn your mind off, getting down on yourself with harsh criticism or anxious doubt, struggling with dynamics in a relationship, going through a destabilizing change, or feeling trapped by old wounds. You might feel that others view you as having your "stuff" together, but inside you’re struggling in ways that are hard to articulate. You’re ready to find freedom from patterns, emotions, thoughts, and relationship dynamics that are bringing you down.
Accepting New Clients! Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Having experienced the benefits of counseling firsthand, I understand the importance of finding someone who makes you feel heard, understood, and supported. Whether you're managing stress, navigating big life changes, working through relationship challenges, building confidence and self-esteem, setting boundaries, improving body image, or dealing with conflict and people-pleasing, I’m here to help you turn those struggles into stepping stones toward a life of peace, empowerment, and purpose.
Accepting New Clients! Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Having experienced the benefits of counseling firsthand, I understand the importance of finding someone who makes you feel heard, understood, and supported. Whether you're managing stress, navigating big life changes, working through relationship challenges, building confidence and self-esteem, setting boundaries, improving body image, or dealing with conflict and people-pleasing, I’m here to help you turn those struggles into stepping stones toward a life of peace, empowerment, and purpose.
I’m accepting new clients- individuals, couples, and families. Maybe you’re struggling with intense emotions, relationship conflicts, or life transitions that feel overwhelming. You want practical tools to manage stress, communicate effectively, and build resilience. Using an integrative approach combining CBT to challenge unhelpful thoughts and DBT to develop emotion‑regulation and distress‑tolerance skills, I provide a compassionate, strengths‑based space where you can grow, thrive, and achieve your fullest potential.
I’m accepting new clients- individuals, couples, and families. Maybe you’re struggling with intense emotions, relationship conflicts, or life transitions that feel overwhelming. You want practical tools to manage stress, communicate effectively, and build resilience. Using an integrative approach combining CBT to challenge unhelpful thoughts and DBT to develop emotion‑regulation and distress‑tolerance skills, I provide a compassionate, strengths‑based space where you can grow, thrive, and achieve your fullest potential.
As an experienced Individual, Couple and Family Therapist, my goal is to help you move past 'blocks' and patterns that are holding you back from realizing your true self and happiness, both personally and in your important relationships. My approach is strength based, non-judgmental, collaborative, supportive yet steadily challenging, while using humour and creativity. It is important for me to create a space where people feel like they can be themselves.
As an experienced Individual, Couple and Family Therapist, my goal is to help you move past 'blocks' and patterns that are holding you back from realizing your true self and happiness, both personally and in your important relationships. My approach is strength based, non-judgmental, collaborative, supportive yet steadily challenging, while using humour and creativity. It is important for me to create a space where people feel like they can be themselves.
Even though many areas of life may seem just fine, another aspect of life might still feel stuck, limiting, or confusing. That's when 'process work' can be useful, as it's designed to look at and clear away whatever patterns might be blocking us from a greater sense of wholeness, creative flow, joy, and even spiritual connection. If you want to effectively but gently shift the deeper roots of a particular struggle and discover a real sense of progress, we might be a good fit.
Even though many areas of life may seem just fine, another aspect of life might still feel stuck, limiting, or confusing. That's when 'process work' can be useful, as it's designed to look at and clear away whatever patterns might be blocking us from a greater sense of wholeness, creative flow, joy, and even spiritual connection. If you want to effectively but gently shift the deeper roots of a particular struggle and discover a real sense of progress, we might be a good fit.
Everyone experiences times when it is hard to cope. When we feel anxious, burned out, discouraged, disconnected. I respect the strength it takes to undergo therapy at such times. I will work collaboratively with you to understand what is keeping you stuck, reduce troubling symptoms, and help you find relief.
I welcome adult clients experiencing a range of concerns such as anxiety, relationship and attachment issues, phobias, panic, body image issues, boundaries and assertiveness, burnout, low mood, perfectionism, grief and loss, life transitions, PTSD and OSIs.
Everyone experiences times when it is hard to cope. When we feel anxious, burned out, discouraged, disconnected. I respect the strength it takes to undergo therapy at such times. I will work collaboratively with you to understand what is keeping you stuck, reduce troubling symptoms, and help you find relief.
I welcome adult clients experiencing a range of concerns such as anxiety, relationship and attachment issues, phobias, panic, body image issues, boundaries and assertiveness, burnout, low mood, perfectionism, grief and loss, life transitions, PTSD and OSIs.
I balance a genuine optimism for your well-being with a realistic understanding that life is inevitably hard sometimes. Therapy with me is a space to start to explore what wellness, healing, coping and safety looks like for you. Everyone is unique, including you, and so I integrate a number of therapeutic modalities, so that our work meets you where you're at and celebrates you as you are. I maintain a critical hope in my work alongside critical thinking skills; I understand that your individual mental health is impacted by the larger social structures we live in.
I balance a genuine optimism for your well-being with a realistic understanding that life is inevitably hard sometimes. Therapy with me is a space to start to explore what wellness, healing, coping and safety looks like for you. Everyone is unique, including you, and so I integrate a number of therapeutic modalities, so that our work meets you where you're at and celebrates you as you are. I maintain a critical hope in my work alongside critical thinking skills; I understand that your individual mental health is impacted by the larger social structures we live in.
Nearby Female Counsellors Searches for Downtown, Toronto
- Central Toronto
- Chinatown
- Don Mills
- Flemingdon Park
- Leslieville
- Parkdale
- Summerhill
- West Toronto
- Weston-Mount Dennis
- Yorkville
Nearby Searches for Downtown, Toronto
- Central Toronto
- Chinatown
- Don Mills
- Flemingdon Park
- Leslieville
- Parkdale
- Summerhill
- West Toronto
- Weston-Mount Dennis
- Yorkville