Grief Therapists in Downtown, Toronto, ON

I know life can be hard at times. You can be doing your dance most enjoyably and then life happens, the music changes and you find yourself stumbling to find the moves, catch your feet up to the new music and stabilize. With that, there can be feelings of anxiety, confusion, overwhelm, feeling like you are doing it all wrong and you will never get it right again. I am here to help support individuals, couples and through major and minor life challenges such as academics, health, grief/loss, employment, relationships and self discovery. I will support you find your new steps, get back in the groove so that life is enjoyable again.

I believe that we are all in a continuous process of identifying our internal resources, embracing our own creativity and mobilizing our psychic energy. My aim for therapy is to help my clients arrive at a personal, yet structured and novel, understanding of themselves, others and the world around them. I invite my clients to enrich their personal narratives and use their own unique abilities and skills. Each session is a collaborative attempt to elaborate on the client’s mental map. Each conversation is a mutual dialogue on how you could experience yourself differently.

Experiencing loss in life is 100% going to happen. Loss can be natural/unexpected death, loss of a relationship, pet, identity, opportunity. It can be expected or anticipated, sudden or traumatic. Loss causes a seismic shift in your world, turning it upside down. Navigating or preparing for loss can be isolating, confusing & make you feel angry, guilty, unsafe & insecure. You may be seeking to emerge from this with a renewed understanding of who you are, improve your relationships, find confidence in your direction in life, restore a sense of safety/assurance in the world or just to cope with what is happening. Either way, I'm here.

I work with people who, in spite of great difficulties, have not given up on finding meaning in their lives. I help them as they struggle with isolation, depression, anxiety, grief or early trauma. Some are trying their best to manage difficult relationships. Others are wondering about their orientation or identity--gendered, sexual, ethnic. Others still are planning the next meaningful transition in their lives.

Hi, I’m Harjeet. Thank you for visiting my profile and exploring the possibility to connect with each other. I’ve been working in the field of Social Work for 20+ years. I’ve had the privilege to work with people from many walks of life, across a broad range of concerns, including, grief and loss, depression and anxiety, intimate partner violence, relationship concerns, and social inequities. Co-creating peaceful, collaborative and respectful connections are important in my practice. I use many approaches, but specialize in Narrative therapy.

At times, life can be challenging. I've learned that these lived experiences are important in therapy. Whether it is a loss of a loved one, self-esteem, body image, family conflicts or care giver burnout…I’ve been there and I can help support you with that.

Counselling is an opportunity to uncover your potential. My expertise includes supporting children, adolescent, adults and families experiencing trauma, relationship challenges, adoption preparation/breakdown, grief & loss, separation/divorce/reunification, anxiety, depression & exploring your own unique personal life challenges & goals.

You may be seeking out therapy to make sense of numbness or overwhelm. You seek understanding and moving out of that sense of wariness to engage with your life fully. Perhaps grief, anxiety, depression, and neurodivergence are all a part of your story. But asking for support may be out of reach; you've learned to cope on your own for so long. Let us walk together through your life, and make sense of some of these untouchable parts. Gently, at your pace, we will discover what comes next and how best to resource you. Coping with new parts of life means we may need to untangle the unknown of our past. I can be there as this unfolds.

Have you experienced a loss that is causing you distress? Have you experienced a profound impact of loss, such as the passing of a loved one, the end of a significant relationship, job loss, or any other major life transition that brings about deep sadness, confusion, and a sense of isolation? You're probably experiencing several intense cognitive, emotional and behavioural difficulties. Your primary challenge lies in coping with the intense, often overwhelming emotions that accompany grief. These emotions can be difficult to manage. However, with over 20 years experience in grief recovery, I am here to help you.

If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and disconnection from others or yourself, I'm here to support you. If you want to reclaim your lost confidence, raise your self-esteem, learn emotional regulation, skills, exercises, and strategies. I would accompany you on your healing adventure. I am well aware of how devastating mental health issues can be. I would be privileged to work with you during your journey to resolve the consequences of past traumas and reconnect you with your mind, body, and soul. Privacy of my client is one of my primary objectives. Let's achieve your Mental health goals together!

I am passionate about supporting the emotional well-being of youth/young adults, adults, and families. Working from a strength-based, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive framework, I tailor my approach to best suit your unique needs and goals. I work with you to help you cope more effectively with challenging emotions, chronic stress, and difficult situations. I specialize in mental health issues (such as anxiety and depression), difficulties with transitions, reducing excessive behaviours, parenting challenges, caregiver support, and working through complex grief and loss.

I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist, who uses an empathetic and strength-based approach to create a safe and non-judgemental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings and challenges. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Queen’s University and a Master of Social Work Degree from Wilfrid Laurier University. I have supported clients navigating adoption, childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, loss and much more. I have a deep commitment to helping individuals and families navigate the unique journey of adoption; inspired by my own lived experience as an alumnus of foster care and an adult adoptee.

I focus on working with individuals who have difficulties with anxiety, emotion regulation, trauma, grief, relationship issues and those who simply wish to learn more about themselves. I am extremely passionate about helping individuals figure out why they are the way that they are, and simultaneously help them move into the person they want to be. I additionally work with couples to help improve relationships struggling with infidelity, trust issues, communication issues, blended families and parenting conflicts.

Living with an advanced or chronic illness like can feel like a full-time job.Alongside regular responsibilities, you’re juggling countless medical appointments and managing symptoms, while carrying a heavy mental/emotional load. You may be grieving life before illness, anxious about an uncertain future, and be grappling with difficult thoughts about death/dying, the purpose of suffering, or how to live a meaningful life. The process of finding a ‘new normal’ is unique to everyone. At times, it can feel isolating and exhausting, but you don't have to do it alone.

Hi I’m Nicole, Ive been a psychotherapist for over 15 years. It’s an honour to wade with people into the love & fear, pain & beauty, messy & magic of life. As a therapist with extensive experience within diverse communities & practice settings, I’ve supported folks like you, through life’s incredible joys & hardships. From self discovery, grief & loss, trauma, relationships, family conflict, social inequities, gender & sexuality, life transitions, depression, anxiety, illness. As well as supporting other therapists & community workers to care for themselves & others through their own therapy, or clinical supervision & consultation.

Joelleann (Joelle) Forbes, MSW, RSW is a registered social worker, a psychotherapist, and one of the co-founders of Hope Leads Mental Health Care. Joelle provides counseling and psychotherapy to adults across the gender spectrum, 18 years and older. Her therapeutic approach highlights the importance of empowerment, healing generational wounds, and nurturing the authentic self. She has experience supporting clients with navigating grief and loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, burnout, self-esteem, life transitions, and various forms of oppression.

If you are reading this you are likely going through a hard time in your life. Perhaps you are processing a traumatic event, are trying to get back on your feet after being knocked down for the umpteenth time, or grieving the loss of someone, or something, precious to you? No matter what it is, I would like to try and help you overcome life's obstacles by untangling the knots of thought and feeling that hold you in place.

Whatever may have motivated you to begin your journey in seeking support, I'm so glad you have taken this courageous first step. Whether you have recently experienced a loss or traumatic event, or are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, and not sure how to manage, counselling is a powerful tool to help you cope and thrive. My approach in counselling is warm and non-judgemental. I help my clients to realize the strengths within themselves, while helping them to tap into their inner resources, build resiliency, and enhance their "tool-box" of coping skills.

My ideal client seeks a safe space to explore and overcome challenges in family dynamics, trauma, and/or cultural adjustment. They may grapple with anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. My goal is to help them find healing and resilience through a psychodynamic lens, fostering self-discovery and empowering them to navigate life with a sense of purpose and fulfillment.