Female Therapists in West Toronto, Toronto, ON

Specializing in Anxiety Management for Women . Feeling worried, insecure, or doubtful in your relationships? I want to help you achieve solutions and life changes you are looking for, while enjoying the process as much as possible and experiencing yourself in new ways. Simply put, therapy doesn’t have to always be a painful thing. You’ll have a dedicated space to unload your worries, learn how to navigate challenges with grace, and feel empowered to develop fresh insights about your life.

I believe therapy is about supporting your innate strengths and wisdom. Whether you’re struggling to slow down, afraid of failing, or never feel good enough (been there); I will listen and support you in cultivating greater awareness and compassion. I specialize in supporting folks struggling with perfectionism, inner criticism, anxiety, inadequacy, and difficult transitions (career, school, relationships). We'll discuss your goals, reconnect with your values, and explore ways to move through life's difficulties so you can do more of what matters to you.

I believe that no one is immune to life's challenges and variabilities. Hopelessness, anxiety, fear, and other negative emotions can become overwhelming, affecting our overall wellness, leaving us exhausted. I help my clients overcome these difficult emotions by providing a non-judgmental, affirming and safe environment that respects boundaries and offers the space they require for their healing process.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, anxious, lonely, or sad? Do you feel disconnected from your partner/spouse, or like your relationship is suffering as a result of poor communication, infidelity, lack of intimacy or trust? Are you trying to make sense of your feelings after a difficult transition, traumatic event, or painful loss, and seeking healthier ways of coping? You are not alone. I am here to support you, help you make sense of your thoughts and feelings, and find the right tools and strategies that will work for you. You deserve to feel happy, confident, empowered and fulfilled in your relationships and in your life.

It's Spring 2023! Do you feel stuck in old patterns of thought and behaviour? Do you struggle with being imperfectly human in societal structures calling for your perfection to belong? Is guilt/shame messaging from cultural norms about your gender, race, sexual orientation, etc. holding you back from achieving your full potential? Are you burdened by losses? Are you trying to embrace who you truly are as you graduate into adulthood, steer through relationship breakups, or transition into a new stage in life? If YES to any of these, I'd like to support you to grow into your wholehearted authentic life. Let's get your life blooming!

For the last 14 years, I have worked as a Social Worker with countless communities, including racialized communities, sexual violence survivors, homeless folx, women , youth and families, addictions, and MVA survivors. I currently work for the University of Toronto as a Student Mental Health and Wellness Program Manager, a role focused on supporting and developing student mental health initiatives. Armed with both experience and understanding, I work to build trust and carefully tailored care for the communities I support; primarily specializing in trauma, mood, anxiety, and adjustment concerns.

As a licensed psychotherapist with the CRPO and OAMHP, Vanessa is skilled in CBT, Mindfulness, Solution-focused therapy, anger management, and developing healthy coping strategies for depression and anxiety. Additionally, she provides strong emotional support and goal-setting services to help her clients of diverse age ranges and cultural backgrounds achieve their best possible selves. She provides a caring and safe environment in which you can identify and explore issues that may be getting in the way of living a more fulfilling life and more satisfying relationships.

I identify as a cis-gender, racialized Asian woman whose approach embraces a wholistic, reflective, equity-seeking, anti-oppressive/anti-racist decolonized lens. It's been an honour to be welcomed into many diverse communities through 20+ years in education, support and case management with racialized communities, gender diverse individuals, Indigenous peoples, people living with HIV/AIDS, newcomer populations, people who use substances, as well as sexual trauma survivors. The evolution of my practice includes a metaphysical component that acknowledges the interplay of mind/body/spirit

Something is off. You're not enjoying things like you used to. You don't have the confidence you once had. Simple things like going for a walk or having dinner with a friend seem so difficult. Whether these issues have crept up on you during the pandemic or they have always been present, you are realizing that you would like to do something about it. You don't want to feel down or anxious anymore.

Growing up as an East Asian immigrant woman has shaped my life and informed my practice in many ways. Therapy can be a transformative and empowering experience. I will work with you to develop a deep personal awareness and support you on the path toward healing, learning and growing. It is essential to find a therapist that is a good fit for you. We’ll be a good fit if you are motivated, self-reflective and ready to tackle the daunting task of “figuring it all out.”

Hi I am Ashlyn, I focus on personalizing therapy while building a warm, validating, judgment-free, safe space to work through challenging issues. 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, sexuality, relationship difficulties, and life-transitions. I am dedicated to helping my clients achieve their goals and live a fulfilling life. Together we will explore your thoughts, feelings, physical sensations and actions to aid in healing, growth and fulfillment.

*Exclusively accepting female clients in Ontario and Nova Scotia, Canada* Are you tired of feeling like you are not good enough? Are you bombarded with negative thoughts about yourself, your abilities and your future? Are you overly critical of yourself and your abilities? Do you wish that you could increase your self-worth? I can totally understand how exhausting and discouraging it can be to navigate life plagued by negative and painful thoughts and feelings of inadequacy. I am deeply committed to helping you build confidence and a healthy sense of self as you navigate your life. Let's book an appointment today.

I am a bilingual Clinical Social Worker passionate about human behaviour. The majority of my experience has been with women at risk that have been touched by trauma; i.e. refugee claimants, sexual abuse/rape, domestic violence, child abuse, and many others. I assist in your healing process, exploring the trauma creating a better "now", and planning for a successful immediate future. I really believe you have the resilience and the capacity to heal yourself, let me help you!

I am completing a PhD in Clinical & Counselling Psychology at University of Toronto & am a Registered Psychotherapist & Citizen of the Métis Nation of Ontario. I've worked clinically with a range of individuals & issues, including relationship difficulties, overwhelming emotions, perinatal challenges, fat/body acceptance & general life events. I have worked extensively with women , trauma survivors, 2SLGBTQ+ & Indigenous (First Nation, Inuit & Métis) peoples on their healing journeys. I believe psychotherapy is founded on building a safe & collaborative space where therapist & client work together to achieve greater well-being.

My Areas of Expertise are: Autism, ADHD, & Learning Disabilities. I have particular expertise diagnosing girls and women on the Autism Spectrum and I am often referred more complex teenage/adult clients. In addition to my clinical work I am also an adjunct professor at Tyndale University.