Personality Disorders Therapists in West Toronto, Toronto, ON

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Lisa Shouldice
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCP
Verified
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Some have been diagnosed with personality disorders and other mental health issues such as: Anxiety/Depression.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist. I offer individual, couple/family counselling. I use emotion and solution-focused techniques in session. We will talk about and explore feelings, helping you completely process emotions, to better guide you in relationships and decision-making. I will also help you learn healthy relationship skills and other issues you may be struggling with ex: boundaries, assertiveness. We will explore what your personal triggers are and how they impact your life, enabling you to move forward. These concerns will be explored together in a safe, open dialogue in which you feel cared for.
(855) 997-1457
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6G
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Anna Wolanczyk
Registered Psychotherapist, OACCPP
Verified
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My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety and post traumatic symptoms, personality disorders (cluster B), psychological abuse and relationship issues. During the sessions you'll find understanding, an ultimate acceptance and security to express your genuine concerns at a very deep psychological level. You will learn how to identify and use your resourcefulness to make new steps. You will learn how to manage your emotions and set and meet goals without being stressed. Therapy will allow you to free yourself from painful emotions, disturbing thoughts and destructive behaviour and enjoy your precious life.
(289) 724-4317
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6R
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Psychotherapy & Relationships, Anne Marie Shewfelt
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RMFT
Verified
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Area of Focus: Relationships, Couples, Family, Emotionally Focused, Communication and Conflict, Attachment Injuries, Separation and Divorce, Parental Alienation, Self Esteem, Perfectionism, OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Grief, Death, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Bullying, Workplace Stress, Personality Disorders , Chronic Health Issues, etc.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, and Marriage & Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples and families. I offer an emotionally safe, non-judgmental and relational approach for my clients to share the content of their stories, circumstances, and life experiences. I have worked with a wide range of clients within the realms of cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and relational issues, however at the root of nearly all presenting problems is the emotional impact of a relationship. My specialty in relationships enables me to work confidently, and effectively with my clients regardless of their identified issue.
(833) 823-5314
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6S
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Susan O'Shaughnessy
Counsellor, RP, CTP Dip, CAPT
Verified
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Everything changes when you fall in love with truth. Inner alignment, no matter where it takes you, is both the means and the end. If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, boundaries, isolation, narcissistic abuse, and/or low self esteem then it might be your intention to develop a keener sense of what your place in life is meant to be, create healthier boundaries and relationships. Together we can explore your inner world, understand who you are at your core, and what you need to develop into the vibrant human being you were always meant to be. Remember, to begin that our most important relationship is with ourselves.
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6G
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Dr. Tanaya Chatterjee Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD, CPsych
Verified
5 Endorsed
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5 Endorsed
Thank you for being here! I work with adults who may experience emotional and behavioural difficulties. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, OCD, depressive disorders, personality disorders , PTSD, racial trauma, grief and loss, and other relational problems. I also work with those who have experienced childhood trauma. In my work, I consistently and sincerely acknowledge the importance of the transgenerational impact of acculturation on our beliefs, worldviews, and sense of self. I genuinely believe that we are not broken, so we do not need "fixing;" instead, we work to be the self we want to be!
(437) 747-5004
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6P
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Jade Roy-Boulet
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
Verified
I have a wide range of experience working with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, difficult life transitions, relational issues, low self-esteem, mood and personality disorders .
*Not accepting clients but clinic is Insight & Wellness - Many of us have experienced life events that leave us feeling stuck. Therapy explores underlying emotions and beliefs, relational patterns, as well as promote coping skills to facilitate change, acceptance and freedom. I work collaboratively with you in a compassionate, understanding and safe environment to help you embrace aspects of yourself in a way that allows you to live freely. I work in a dynamic and innovative way to help you achieve your goals with a variety of approaches tailored to your individual and couple needs.
(647) 417-4770
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6G
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Jennifer Wowk
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
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Jennifer specializes in supporting Parents, Partners and Caregivers of 18+ individuals who are living with Borderline Personality Disorder, Emotional Dysregulation and difficulties navigating Emerging Adulthood. Jennifer has extensive experience working with clients 18+ living with a variety of Mental Health concerns including Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Personality Disorders , Grief & Loss and Relationship and Life Transition concerns. Jennifer also works with artists and athletes dealing with Performance and/or Mental Health concerns. Jennifer's therapeutic approach is grounded in CBT and DBT and Solution-based therapy.
(365) 657-0007
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6G
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Nicole McKee
Registered Social Worker, BScOT, MSW, RSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I offer warmth, genuineness, empathy and humour as you wind your way through the complexities of living a life of meaning, despite inevitable challenges. I will hold a safe space, provide support, and help you reach your therapy goals, whether that be practical coping strategies, identifying and working with emotions past or present, or getting in touch with your inner wisdom (because we ALL have inner wisdom). I come to sessions with my own humanity open wide, because connection is a fundamental need and foundational to the work of therapy, which can be gut-wrenching and profound at the same time. I'll walk that path with you.
(437) 747-6654
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6R
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Stefanie Mathes
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
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1 Endorsed
I am a registered Psychotherapist with a MA in Psychology from McGill University. All of my services are directly supervised by a registered Psychologist who is an ongoing source of clinical guidance and feedback in my work. Research in the area of 'common factors' emphasizes the client-therapist relationship and factors that are unique to you and your life circumstances as important predictors for therapy success, and it informs my approach to support you in creating positive change. I meet clients non-judgmentally, and my approach is uniquely dynamic, collaborative, and solution-focused, with therapeutic presence and authenticity.
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6K
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The Ontario DBT Centre
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
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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.
(844) 989-3963
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6J
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The DBT Clinic
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
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.
(437) 747-5175
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6K
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Caroline Marson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Are you feeling overwhelmed by negative and distressing thoughts? Do you experience a lot of self-doubt, or beliefs that you are not good enough? Do you experience overwhelming feelings or emotions that you are unsure of how to cope with? I am a Registered Social Worker who specializes in working with adults and youth experiencing challenges with mood, anxiety, self-esteem, life transitions, stress, relationships, and more. I provide psychotherapy that is trauma informed, anti-oppressive, and culturally sensitive.
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6S
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Carlos Wilson
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified
Verified
I believe in people before problems. My view is that we have abilities to overcome challenges, even when they seem insurmountable. What often stops us from living our lives the way we want to, is getting caught up by the problem, rather than finding solutions. I don’t shy away from problem talk, but I also encourage space for finding what works to live a more fulfilling life.
(437) 747-5808
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6G
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Melanie Dignam
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, KAP
Verified
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Melanie Dignam MSW RSW is an integrative psychotherapist in Private Practice from Toronto, ON Canada. Melanie specializes in trauma resolution and healing using evidence informed practices that intend to shift individuals towards an embodied experience of the mind+body+spirit through therapeutic support and reconnection to Self. In 2020, she completed her Internal Family Systems (IFS) Comprehensive Training with IFSCA and specialized IFS training in the area of Trauma, PTSD, Depression, Suicide, Addiction and Self Leadership. In 2022, she completed her Ketamine Assisted IFS Psychotherapy (KIFS) training with Sapience Therapy.
(647) 931-3695
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6P
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Tracey Jastinder Mann
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am a queer femme of colour who is working to support collective healing and liberation by offering individual counselling. My work is centred in an intersectional feminist approach to therapy drawing from somatics, narrative and evidence based practices. My approach is to support individuals to build upon existing strengths and daily practices to ensure that they have the tools to live their life in alignment with their own values and desires. I see my role as creating a container to support a person in developing deeper accountability and consent in their relationship with themselves and with others.
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6P
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Monica Goulet
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
If you are struggling with overwhelming emotions, relationship issues, trauma, or marginalization, 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.
(437) 747-5210
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6P
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Lina Toyoda
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MPS
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling overwhelmed by a difficult situation in your life? You don't feel like your usual self, or may be going through change or loss that has impacted you in unexpected ways. I’m a trauma specialist who focuses on depression, anxiety, grief, substance use and self-harm. I will help you change your negative thinking and let go of limiting beliefs about yourself. You will begin to understand the relationship between your thoughts, emotions, and actions, and be supported to live life fully, aligned to your highest values. You may be searching for meaning and purpose or wanting to feel more satisfied in your relationships.
(647) 694-3437
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6R
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C. Alecia White
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
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.
(647) 370-8145
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6S
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Ursula Doran
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Life can feel out of control at times. Whether the struggle is anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges, I can help guide you to reconnect with your values, help you set realistic goals and teach you the skills you may need to make lasting positive changes. You are the expert in your life and by working together, my aim is to help you find peace within yourself and the ability to live a life you value.
(647) 424-3311
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6S
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Debbie Papadakis
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CHT, CI
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello, my name is Debbie Papadakis. My goal is to empower you to unfold your inherent potential by accessing the subconscious mind using a combination of psychotherapy with hypnotherapy to help you live a healthy, wealthy, productive and happy life. For more than 25 years, I have worked with a wide variety of individuals, couples and groups from diverse backgrounds to help empower them to overcome limiting beliefs, unwanted behaviours, negative thoughts and emotions, addictions and/or afflictions, fears and phobias that were hindering them from achieving their goals, unleashing their full potential, and living in harmony.
(855) 982-1391
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West Toronto
Toronto, ON M6P
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Personality Disorders Counsellors

What are the common treatment options for personality disorders?

Personality disorders are typically treated with psychotherapy, sometimes in conjunction with medication. Therapy can help people with personality disorders develop skills to tolerate difficult emotions, navigate interpersonal relationships, and solidify their sense of self. Medications can treat symptoms that co-occur with the disorder, such as depression, anger, aggression, and impulsivity.

When to seek treatment for personality disorders?

Even though treatment for personality disorders can be an uphill battle, it’s best to seek help if you suspect that you or a loved one is struggling with one, because personality disorders can create substantial problems in life. Symptoms depend on the specific disorder, but overall signs of personality disorders include consistent difficulty maintaining close relationships, dramatic variations in self-esteem, and an unstable sense of identity.

How long does therapy take for personality disorders?

The timeline for treating personality disorders isn’t as clear-cut as it is for other disorders. Change can be difficult, taking from around one year to five, 10, or more. The key is finding a therapist who has extensive experience treating the relevant disorder. For example, a psychologist who specialises in narcissistic personality disorder has specific communication strategies that allow them to sustain the relationship and be more effective with narcissistic patients.

Can therapy help people with personality disorders?

Research suggests that for those who are motivated to address concerns or interpersonal conflict related to a personality disorder, therapy is far more effective than no treatment, and that most people in therapy see improvements. However, since personality disorders involve entrenched elements of identity, they are less responsive to treatment than are other mental health conditions. Finding an expert who has extensive experience working with a given personality disorder is one factor that increases the likelihood of successful treatment.