Child Therapists in Toronto, ON
Are you ready to take the first step? BreakThrough Counselling Services provides individualized, customized supports to meet your unique needs and help you achieve your goals. Whether you need support with anger management, anxiety, depression, stress, guilt, shame and coping skills, I know you are ready to start living your best life again. At Breakthrough we support and serve all persons but we specialize in serving African, Caribbean and Black communities. At Breakthrough it is our core belief that the answers you need are within you and our role is to walk along side you on your journey.
Are you ready to take the first step? BreakThrough Counselling Services provides individualized, customized supports to meet your unique needs and help you achieve your goals. Whether you need support with anger management, anxiety, depression, stress, guilt, shame and coping skills, I know you are ready to start living your best life again. At Breakthrough we support and serve all persons but we specialize in serving African, Caribbean and Black communities. At Breakthrough it is our core belief that the answers you need are within you and our role is to walk along side you on your journey.
Free 15 min Meet & Greet, Individual Adult Sessions (60 mins) $178, Child & Adolescent Therapy Session (45 mins) $140 (offering both virtual and in-person options)
Hot take: Everyone can benefit from therapy. I spent years of my life wanting to hide my feelings from the people around me because of the stigma surrounding mental health—particularly as a second-generation Chinese Canadian woman. Once I began to accept these feelings and embrace them as part of the human experience, I was able to embark on a (life-long) journey of healing. When I discovered firsthand how transformative therapy can be, I realized I wanted to work with other individuals in assisting them with their journeys.
Free 15 min Meet & Greet, Individual Adult Sessions (60 mins) $178, Child & Adolescent Therapy Session (45 mins) $140 (offering both virtual and in-person options)
Hot take: Everyone can benefit from therapy. I spent years of my life wanting to hide my feelings from the people around me because of the stigma surrounding mental health—particularly as a second-generation Chinese Canadian woman. Once I began to accept these feelings and embrace them as part of the human experience, I was able to embark on a (life-long) journey of healing. When I discovered firsthand how transformative therapy can be, I realized I wanted to work with other individuals in assisting them with their journeys.
Parenting is hard; the lived experience of a child/youth can be hard too.
Much of my work focuses on supporting the context in which children live: their families! While parents may or may not be contributing to challenges within the family dynamic, they have the power to make positive changes, and can learn to support their child's needs in different ways. I offer single session consultations, brief therapy, and ongoing support.
Parenting is hard; the lived experience of a child/youth can be hard too.
Much of my work focuses on supporting the context in which children live: their families! While parents may or may not be contributing to challenges within the family dynamic, they have the power to make positive changes, and can learn to support their child's needs in different ways. I offer single session consultations, brief therapy, and ongoing support.
My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups.
Specializing in children, youth and adults, anxiety, stress, relationships, grief/loss and life transitions, I practice from anti-oppressive and culturally sensitive approach. In addition, I specialize in various theoretical approaches to reaching your potential and growth, such as CBT, experiential therapy, and the use of humour and spirituality.
My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups.
Specializing in children, youth and adults, anxiety, stress, relationships, grief/loss and life transitions, I practice from anti-oppressive and culturally sensitive approach. In addition, I specialize in various theoretical approaches to reaching your potential and growth, such as CBT, experiential therapy, and the use of humour and spirituality.
I specialize in supporting adults who have experienced sexual abuse, intimate partner violence, adverse childhood experiences and complex trauma.
My approach to therapy is trauma-specific, attachment-based, developmentally grounded, person-centred, and strength-based. I integrate various approaches to therapy such as EMDR, CBT, ERP, and Dance/Movement Therapy that are congruent with each client’s presenting concerns and their needs.
I specialize in supporting adults who have experienced sexual abuse, intimate partner violence, adverse childhood experiences and complex trauma.
My approach to therapy is trauma-specific, attachment-based, developmentally grounded, person-centred, and strength-based. I integrate various approaches to therapy such as EMDR, CBT, ERP, and Dance/Movement Therapy that are congruent with each client’s presenting concerns and their needs.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, MMFT, Sex Therapist and Certified Imago Relationship Therapist working with individuals, couples, families, and adolescents in private practice for over 25 years. I have worked in both Toronto and Winnipeg, and now see clients online. Please visit my website sonyagotziaman.com to learn more about me.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, MMFT, Sex Therapist and Certified Imago Relationship Therapist working with individuals, couples, families, and adolescents in private practice for over 25 years. I have worked in both Toronto and Winnipeg, and now see clients online. Please visit my website sonyagotziaman.com to learn more about me.
I have several years of experience working with adolescents, young adults, parents and families on challenges related to anxiety, depression, life transitions, emotion regulation, relationship issues, grief, parenting, family conflict and more. I offer a gentle, caring and compassionate approach. I believe in the relationship between therapist and client to help individuals to reflect, explore and grow in order to develop successful relationships outside of therapy. Together, we can make sense of thoughts and feelings and connect them to previous and current experiences to change unhelpful patterns so that you can be your best self.
I have several years of experience working with adolescents, young adults, parents and families on challenges related to anxiety, depression, life transitions, emotion regulation, relationship issues, grief, parenting, family conflict and more. I offer a gentle, caring and compassionate approach. I believe in the relationship between therapist and client to help individuals to reflect, explore and grow in order to develop successful relationships outside of therapy. Together, we can make sense of thoughts and feelings and connect them to previous and current experiences to change unhelpful patterns so that you can be your best self.
Dr Walker works with adults, adolescents and children with a broad range of difficulties including worry, panic, obsessions and compulsions, perfectionism, depression, eating concerns, navigating stressors and transitions, social difficulties, and adjustment to and coping with acute and chronic illnesses.
Dr. Walker completed her doctorate in clinical psychology at the University at Buffalo. Her residency and postdoctoral training at The Hospital for Sick Children focused on health psychology, treating eating disorders, obesity, diabetes, and chronic pain. She also holds a position with the Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Clinic at The Hospital for Sick Children.
Dr Walker works with adults, adolescents and children with a broad range of difficulties including worry, panic, obsessions and compulsions, perfectionism, depression, eating concerns, navigating stressors and transitions, social difficulties, and adjustment to and coping with acute and chronic illnesses.
Dr. Walker completed her doctorate in clinical psychology at the University at Buffalo. Her residency and postdoctoral training at The Hospital for Sick Children focused on health psychology, treating eating disorders, obesity, diabetes, and chronic pain. She also holds a position with the Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Clinic at The Hospital for Sick Children.
I believe that 'meeting people where they are' forms the basis of a strong therapeutic relationship. I work at creating a nonjudgmental, safe, and comfortable space where people can be themselves and talk about difficult issues. I am skilled at understanding what people are really asking for and explores how each person's unique skills and talents can be used to create positive and sustainable change. I have significant experience working with individuals, couples and families, and takes pride in my ability to connect in a genuine way with a variety of clients, tailoring my approach in a way that best honours client’s abilities.
I believe that 'meeting people where they are' forms the basis of a strong therapeutic relationship. I work at creating a nonjudgmental, safe, and comfortable space where people can be themselves and talk about difficult issues. I am skilled at understanding what people are really asking for and explores how each person's unique skills and talents can be used to create positive and sustainable change. I have significant experience working with individuals, couples and families, and takes pride in my ability to connect in a genuine way with a variety of clients, tailoring my approach in a way that best honours client’s abilities.
I spent five years working in acute inpatient psychiatric care for children and youth ages 5-17 and currently work as a mental health social worker in the emergency department at my local hospital.
deserves to seek counseling with a therapist who tailors their approach to what fits the client best. I am extremely passionate about helping people through some of life’s most stressful and challenging situations and developing useful skills to do so. I firmly believe that compassion and empathy are the cornerstones for developing positive working relations
I spent five years working in acute inpatient psychiatric care for children and youth ages 5-17 and currently work as a mental health social worker in the emergency department at my local hospital.
deserves to seek counseling with a therapist who tailors their approach to what fits the client best. I am extremely passionate about helping people through some of life’s most stressful and challenging situations and developing useful skills to do so. I firmly believe that compassion and empathy are the cornerstones for developing positive working relations
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.
I have experience providing a range of clinical services, including individual and group psychotherapy, as well as family therapy to children, adolescents and their families.
I prioritize using a collaborative non-judgmental approach to create a supportive environment where each member can feel respected and understood. I work alongside each member of the family to explore negative patterns of interacting as well as strategies to be implemented with the goal of strengthening connections and creating a more cohesive family unit.
I have experience providing a range of clinical services, including individual and group psychotherapy, as well as family therapy to children, adolescents and their families.
I prioritize using a collaborative non-judgmental approach to create a supportive environment where each member can feel respected and understood. I work alongside each member of the family to explore negative patterns of interacting as well as strategies to be implemented with the goal of strengthening connections and creating a more cohesive family unit.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents + adults who are effected by anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, sleep + performance challenges and relationship difficulties.
If you're familiar with the somatic experiences of anxiety and or depression, symptoms of trauma, overwhelm, stress + relationship challenges, then you've landed in the right spot. If you're hoping to reduce the distress in your life that surrounds particularly experiences and relationships, feel more energized and accepting of self, you've also landed in the right spot. Connecting with a therapist where you there's a mutual fit in the therapeutic relationship continues to be the best indicator of outcomes in therapy. As a relational practitioner, I hold this to high regards while knowing that you deserve good therapy.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents + adults who are effected by anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, sleep + performance challenges and relationship difficulties.
If you're familiar with the somatic experiences of anxiety and or depression, symptoms of trauma, overwhelm, stress + relationship challenges, then you've landed in the right spot. If you're hoping to reduce the distress in your life that surrounds particularly experiences and relationships, feel more energized and accepting of self, you've also landed in the right spot. Connecting with a therapist where you there's a mutual fit in the therapeutic relationship continues to be the best indicator of outcomes in therapy. As a relational practitioner, I hold this to high regards while knowing that you deserve good therapy.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing emotional and/or relationship distress and would like to heal and learn positive ways to cope with life's inevitable challenges. I help people face the difficulties within their experience and to heal from negative impacts they have experienced. People and families that I work with often struggle with various symptoms like depression, anxiety, conflict, trouble at school, and are seeking ways to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life. People I work well with are not just interested in reducing symptoms but in positive transformational growth.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing emotional and/or relationship distress and would like to heal and learn positive ways to cope with life's inevitable challenges. I help people face the difficulties within their experience and to heal from negative impacts they have experienced. People and families that I work with often struggle with various symptoms like depression, anxiety, conflict, trouble at school, and are seeking ways to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life. People I work well with are not just interested in reducing symptoms but in positive transformational growth.
It’s not you—it’s the impossible standards.
Motherhood was never meant to look like this—perfect, productive, and polished while you’re running on empty. If you’re anxious, resentful, or just tired of pretending it’s “fine,” you’re not failing—you’re doing your best in a system that asks too much.
Between sleepless nights, advice you didn't ask for, and the quiet pressure to hold it all together, it’s easy to lose yourself in the mix of motherhood. I help parents who are stretched too thin, battling guilt, overwhelm, and constant second-guessing. Together, we'll lower the bar to something human and help you feel like you again.
It’s not you—it’s the impossible standards.
Motherhood was never meant to look like this—perfect, productive, and polished while you’re running on empty. If you’re anxious, resentful, or just tired of pretending it’s “fine,” you’re not failing—you’re doing your best in a system that asks too much.
Between sleepless nights, advice you didn't ask for, and the quiet pressure to hold it all together, it’s easy to lose yourself in the mix of motherhood. I help parents who are stretched too thin, battling guilt, overwhelm, and constant second-guessing. Together, we'll lower the bar to something human and help you feel like you again.
I have years of experience supporting immigrants, women who have been abused, walking through contentious legal matters, and worrying about the impact on their children and their safety.
I have more than ten years of experience working in the mental health field. Parenting and teen conflict, after separation, are sensitive transition stages. I am a mature, warm, and very patient person. I will approach you from a client-centred and psychodynamic perspective, among other modalities. I can provide therapy in English and Spanish.
I have years of experience supporting immigrants, women who have been abused, walking through contentious legal matters, and worrying about the impact on their children and their safety.
I have more than ten years of experience working in the mental health field. Parenting and teen conflict, after separation, are sensitive transition stages. I am a mature, warm, and very patient person. I will approach you from a client-centred and psychodynamic perspective, among other modalities. I can provide therapy in English and Spanish.
My practice offers therapy to children (5+), youth, young adults, families, and couples.
I combine the therapeutic benefits of art, nature, and play to help you and your family build resilience and emotional well-being. The strength and tenacity of young people today is truly inspiring. Integrated therapies include Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, Trauma Informed, and Attachment/Emotion-Focused.
My practice offers therapy to children (5+), youth, young adults, families, and couples.
I combine the therapeutic benefits of art, nature, and play to help you and your family build resilience and emotional well-being. The strength and tenacity of young people today is truly inspiring. Integrated therapies include Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, Trauma Informed, and Attachment/Emotion-Focused.
Rebel Art Therapy works to address underlying causes of anxiety to help a client develop tools for coping using creative interventions.
Rebel Art Therapy works to address underlying causes of anxiety to help a client develop tools for coping using creative interventions.
Dr. Juliana Tobon received her PhD from the University of Western Ontario and completed her predoctoral training at CAMH in the Child, Youth and Family Program. She has worked in various hospital and primary care settings with clients from childhood through age 65. She takes an empathetic and client-centred approach to her practice and will ensure that each client is connected with the most appropriate, accessible and evidence-based treatment. Dr. Tobon is credentialed as a CACBT-ACTCC Certified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. She is also registered to provide services for residents of Nunavut and Yukon.
Dr. Juliana Tobon received her PhD from the University of Western Ontario and completed her predoctoral training at CAMH in the Child, Youth and Family Program. She has worked in various hospital and primary care settings with clients from childhood through age 65. She takes an empathetic and client-centred approach to her practice and will ensure that each client is connected with the most appropriate, accessible and evidence-based treatment. Dr. Tobon is credentialed as a CACBT-ACTCC Certified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. She is also registered to provide services for residents of Nunavut and Yukon.
ReNu Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MC:AT, DVATI
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5M
I work with children, adolescents, their families, and early adults who are struggling with a range of social, emotional, and behavioural challenges.
With 15 years of experience, I utilize a number of strategies to help my clients live fulfilling lives. I routinely incorporate a blended approach with verbal and non-verbal therapies such as Somatic therapies, Mindfulness, CBT, Behavior Therapy, and Art, and Play Therapy to tailor to each person's unique needs.
I work with children, adolescents, their families, and early adults who are struggling with a range of social, emotional, and behavioural challenges.
With 15 years of experience, I utilize a number of strategies to help my clients live fulfilling lives. I routinely incorporate a blended approach with verbal and non-verbal therapies such as Somatic therapies, Mindfulness, CBT, Behavior Therapy, and Art, and Play Therapy to tailor to each person's unique needs.
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Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How long are sessions with child therapists?
Children’s therapy sessions can last 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes. The length of the session may depend on your child’s age and the type of therapy practiced. You can discuss this with therapists you consult and the one you ultimately move forward with.
How do I get a child to agree to seek therapy?
The best approach is to have an open-ended conversation with your child about how they’re doing and what they might be struggling with. When you raise therapy, discuss the concept in an age-appropriate way, for example explaining that a therapist’s job is to help kids handle their hard or uncomfortable feelings. Frame therapy positively, as an opportunity to explore and build emotional skills—it’s an important tool in the toolbox to help kids feel their best.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.