Couples Counselling Therapists in Toronto, ON
While I work with a variety of issues, I specialize in supporting individuals and couples with relationship issues, addictions & mood disorders.
Therapy can be a transformative journey, one that holds the potential to foster feelings of radical acceptance and self-compassion, cultivate a sense of inner peace, and provide healing and care to each and every part of you. Developing awareness of yourself and your relationships can often be the first step toward creating change. Together, we'll identify your strengths, explore patterns that may be holding you back and give space to those deeper parts of you that have longed to be seen and understood. We will also work through any events or self-talk that may be creating distress or keeping you stuck.
While I work with a variety of issues, I specialize in supporting individuals and couples with relationship issues, addictions & mood disorders.
Therapy can be a transformative journey, one that holds the potential to foster feelings of radical acceptance and self-compassion, cultivate a sense of inner peace, and provide healing and care to each and every part of you. Developing awareness of yourself and your relationships can often be the first step toward creating change. Together, we'll identify your strengths, explore patterns that may be holding you back and give space to those deeper parts of you that have longed to be seen and understood. We will also work through any events or self-talk that may be creating distress or keeping you stuck.
We have therapists that offer group, couples, and individual therapy for most mental health and stress related concerns as well as issues with relationships, stress, grief, and life balance.
Therapy shouldn't feel like a chore. While it might sometimes be hard to hear what is discussed in therapy, overall you should leave feeling like you've gained something useful or even transformative. Over time, you should feel you are getting stronger, more resilient and have shed layers of fear and anxiety. Of course this process can be overwhelming at times and you might not always progress on the timeframe that you thought you would, but when therapy goes well, you should feel more settled and more clear about your life. You should gain understanding about yourself and others and have a renewed sense of purpose and passion
We have therapists that offer group, couples, and individual therapy for most mental health and stress related concerns as well as issues with relationships, stress, grief, and life balance.
Therapy shouldn't feel like a chore. While it might sometimes be hard to hear what is discussed in therapy, overall you should leave feeling like you've gained something useful or even transformative. Over time, you should feel you are getting stronger, more resilient and have shed layers of fear and anxiety. Of course this process can be overwhelming at times and you might not always progress on the timeframe that you thought you would, but when therapy goes well, you should feel more settled and more clear about your life. You should gain understanding about yourself and others and have a renewed sense of purpose and passion
Tynan Rhea, Sex & Relationship Therapist
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I provide sex therapy and sex counselling for individuals or within relationship counselling or couples therapy.
People work with me when they want to experience more pleasurable sex with their partners or want to learn more about how to express their sexuality freely after trauma, healing pain, or managing compulsive behaviours. Whether that is within queer relationships, transgender identities, sensory overwhelm during sex, or exploring their asexuality.
I provide sex therapy and sex counselling for individuals or within relationship counselling or couples therapy.
People work with me when they want to experience more pleasurable sex with their partners or want to learn more about how to express their sexuality freely after trauma, healing pain, or managing compulsive behaviours. Whether that is within queer relationships, transgender identities, sensory overwhelm during sex, or exploring their asexuality.
Carol Alexander @ Psychotherapy for You
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Online Only
As a therapist and consultant, my area of focus in supporting families involves strengthening the parent child relationship.
understanding of the meaning behind behaviour. I offer tools and strategies for assisting parents in developing relationships where children can thrive and learn. My belief in the power of empathy, and positive parenting has inspired families searching for alternatives to communcation, parenting, trauma and mindfulness-based stress reduction for parents an
As a therapist and consultant, my area of focus in supporting families involves strengthening the parent child relationship.
understanding of the meaning behind behaviour. I offer tools and strategies for assisting parents in developing relationships where children can thrive and learn. My belief in the power of empathy, and positive parenting has inspired families searching for alternatives to communcation, parenting, trauma and mindfulness-based stress reduction for parents an
Are you struggling with a difficult relationship?.
Below are just some of the areas we can work on, if you have other concerns, please get in touch. Addictions, anger, anxiety, career and work stress, couples counselling, depression, education, infidelity, life purpose, loneliness and isolation, relationship issues, self esteem, sexual abuse, sexual orientation, and shame and guilt.
Are you struggling with a difficult relationship?.
Below are just some of the areas we can work on, if you have other concerns, please get in touch. Addictions, anger, anxiety, career and work stress, couples counselling, depression, education, infidelity, life purpose, loneliness and isolation, relationship issues, self esteem, sexual abuse, sexual orientation, and shame and guilt.
Alessandra Lombardi
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6G
I work with both individuals and couples as they navigate emotional exploration, relationships, and self-discovery using attachment-informed, trauma-informed, and sex positive therapeutic approaches.
One of the bravest things a person can do is to begin to understand their own story. Life's challenges, both big and small, can become overwhelming to manage and carry alone. My role as your therapist is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore your experiences, express your feelings, and navigate the path to emotional healing and growth. My own healing journey has led me to this work with a passion for welcoming you here as you are. While working together, I aim to reflect back your worth and validate your experiences, knowing that each feeling you carry is invaluable to discovering more of your wholeness.
I work with both individuals and couples as they navigate emotional exploration, relationships, and self-discovery using attachment-informed, trauma-informed, and sex positive therapeutic approaches.
One of the bravest things a person can do is to begin to understand their own story. Life's challenges, both big and small, can become overwhelming to manage and carry alone. My role as your therapist is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore your experiences, express your feelings, and navigate the path to emotional healing and growth. My own healing journey has led me to this work with a passion for welcoming you here as you are. While working together, I aim to reflect back your worth and validate your experiences, knowing that each feeling you carry is invaluable to discovering more of your wholeness.
Are you feeling stuck in negative thought patterns, experiencing anxiety or stress, or struggling with relationship issues or life transitions?.
My specialty lies in blending scientifically-grounded methods with a humanistic, culturally-sensitive approach. Integrating Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Existential, Narrative, and Mindfulness practices, you'll find empowerment in a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore emotions, identities, and values.
Are you feeling stuck in negative thought patterns, experiencing anxiety or stress, or struggling with relationship issues or life transitions?.
My specialty lies in blending scientifically-grounded methods with a humanistic, culturally-sensitive approach. Integrating Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Existential, Narrative, and Mindfulness practices, you'll find empowerment in a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore emotions, identities, and values.
Melissa Ptok (Individual & Couples Therapist)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Whether you’re navigating life transitions, managing anxiety, facing relationship challenges, or coping with grief, I’m here for you.
My background in neuroscience and psychology allows me to incorporate a deeper understanding of how the brain and body interact with stress, trauma, and emotional experiences. This insight helps me offer strategies that align with how your brain processes change, making therapy more effective and supportive of lasting transformation.
Whether you’re navigating life transitions, managing anxiety, facing relationship challenges, or coping with grief, I’m here for you.
My background in neuroscience and psychology allows me to incorporate a deeper understanding of how the brain and body interact with stress, trauma, and emotional experiences. This insight helps me offer strategies that align with how your brain processes change, making therapy more effective and supportive of lasting transformation.
I am the best-selling author of Drink: The Intimate Relationship Between Women and Alcohol.
I specialize in supporting people who are experiencing, stress, anxiety, or burnout. Finding a balance between the demands of work, home, and personal care can feel impossible some days. You may be having trouble sleeping, relying on self-destructive behaviours to cope, or just not know how to move forward. Whether you are overwhelmed with work, experiencing tension or conflict in your relationships, want support with your ongoing sobriety, or feel lonely and disconnected, I'm here to help.
I am the best-selling author of Drink: The Intimate Relationship Between Women and Alcohol.
I specialize in supporting people who are experiencing, stress, anxiety, or burnout. Finding a balance between the demands of work, home, and personal care can feel impossible some days. You may be having trouble sleeping, relying on self-destructive behaviours to cope, or just not know how to move forward. Whether you are overwhelmed with work, experiencing tension or conflict in your relationships, want support with your ongoing sobriety, or feel lonely and disconnected, I'm here to help.
I am a family mediator, marriage & relationship counselor, and ADHD coach with over 10 years of experience.
I specialize in marriage counselling, relationship counselling, mediation, divorce counselling, combined mediation and counselling, and ADHD coaching. My practice combines my educational background in education with extensive experience as a mediator and counsellor.
I am a family mediator, marriage & relationship counselor, and ADHD coach with over 10 years of experience.
I specialize in marriage counselling, relationship counselling, mediation, divorce counselling, combined mediation and counselling, and ADHD coaching. My practice combines my educational background in education with extensive experience as a mediator and counsellor.
I am a Registered Master of Social Worker (MSW, RSW) with over 25 years of extensive experience serving complex mental health needs for individuals, couples, and families.
Talking to a person who listens to your issues without judgement can help you develop self-awareness about your unique needs, challenges, strengths. I seek to support you in a safe, warm, and supportive environment. Our therapeutic relationship aims to make you feel acknowledged and validated as we work to address your concerns.
I am a Registered Master of Social Worker (MSW, RSW) with over 25 years of extensive experience serving complex mental health needs for individuals, couples, and families.
Talking to a person who listens to your issues without judgement can help you develop self-awareness about your unique needs, challenges, strengths. I seek to support you in a safe, warm, and supportive environment. Our therapeutic relationship aims to make you feel acknowledged and validated as we work to address your concerns.
Meet Our Couples Counselling
Are you emotionally and/or physically hurting in a relationship.
I am a warm and compassionate therapist and my approach to therapy takes into consideration your personality and life experiences. I will use different techniques to help guide and support you through your challenges. I have experience in helping people with depression, grief, addictions, anxiety, trauma as well as faith challenges and relationship issues.
Are you emotionally and/or physically hurting in a relationship.
I am a warm and compassionate therapist and my approach to therapy takes into consideration your personality and life experiences. I will use different techniques to help guide and support you through your challenges. I have experience in helping people with depression, grief, addictions, anxiety, trauma as well as faith challenges and relationship issues.
Cara Tedstone - Family Couples Youth
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, BEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6C
I specialize in working with families and couples, drawing on my training in Attachment, Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to cultivate meaningful, long-lasting connection.
My approach centers on cultivating resilience through relational connections - both within yourself and with others. I believe that healing and growth occur in the context of supportive relationships and that resilience IS relational! Our conversations will provide emotional safety, deep trust and rich supports which you can access outside of therapy.
I specialize in working with families and couples, drawing on my training in Attachment, Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to cultivate meaningful, long-lasting connection.
My approach centers on cultivating resilience through relational connections - both within yourself and with others. I believe that healing and growth occur in the context of supportive relationships and that resilience IS relational! Our conversations will provide emotional safety, deep trust and rich supports which you can access outside of therapy.
Giustina Romanec
Registered Social Service Worker, RSSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4C
I'm licensed in Ontario and work with individuals and couples to overcome childhood trauma patterns of dysfunction and build a life filled with self-respect, self awareness and joy.
Welcome, whether you have been divinely guided to land on my page or came to visit intentionally, I want you to know that whatever you are going through right now, does not define you, I encourage you to see it as is a temporary moment that can bring transformational change to your life. If life has thrown you a curveball, if you are feeling lost, stuck, or unsure of life's direction for you, I'm happy you're here! Overcoming childhood trauma, cultivating safety in your body, learning how to communicate from a rooted place, embracing who you already are, speaking your truth, are the values I incorporate into my private practice.
I'm licensed in Ontario and work with individuals and couples to overcome childhood trauma patterns of dysfunction and build a life filled with self-respect, self awareness and joy.
Welcome, whether you have been divinely guided to land on my page or came to visit intentionally, I want you to know that whatever you are going through right now, does not define you, I encourage you to see it as is a temporary moment that can bring transformational change to your life. If life has thrown you a curveball, if you are feeling lost, stuck, or unsure of life's direction for you, I'm happy you're here! Overcoming childhood trauma, cultivating safety in your body, learning how to communicate from a rooted place, embracing who you already are, speaking your truth, are the values I incorporate into my private practice.
Shnaider also provides therapy for couples struggling with relationship problems.
Dr. Shnaider received his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University). He previously worked at the Anxiety Treatment and Research Clinic and the Operational Stress Injury Clinic at St. Joseph’s Healthcare.
Shnaider also provides therapy for couples struggling with relationship problems.
Dr. Shnaider received his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University). He previously worked at the Anxiety Treatment and Research Clinic and the Operational Stress Injury Clinic at St. Joseph’s Healthcare.
Dr. Marlene Taube-Schiff & FTPS
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a registered clinical psychologist with experience in the delivery of scientifically-supported treatments for obsessive compulsive and related disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, relationship issues and trauma.
Our work is evidence-based, collaborative and values-based – ensuring that every individual is a participant in their treatment and is able to “take the reins” and become their own therapist over time. We provide treatment to individuals, couples, and families. We deliver therapy interventions that are client-centered, strengths-based and trauma-informed.
I am a registered clinical psychologist with experience in the delivery of scientifically-supported treatments for obsessive compulsive and related disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, relationship issues and trauma.
Our work is evidence-based, collaborative and values-based – ensuring that every individual is a participant in their treatment and is able to “take the reins” and become their own therapist over time. We provide treatment to individuals, couples, and families. We deliver therapy interventions that are client-centered, strengths-based and trauma-informed.
I have experience working with a wide range of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, anger issues, relationship difficulties and life transitions.
I have training and experience in various evidence-based therapies, including ACT, CBT, DBT, EFT, MI, SFBT and mindfulness. I integrate elements from these approaches in my work to suit your unique needs. Building a therapeutic alliance in a safe and non-judgmental environment, we will collaboratively work on challenging barriers to your growth and healing.
I have experience working with a wide range of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, anger issues, relationship difficulties and life transitions.
I have training and experience in various evidence-based therapies, including ACT, CBT, DBT, EFT, MI, SFBT and mindfulness. I integrate elements from these approaches in my work to suit your unique needs. Building a therapeutic alliance in a safe and non-judgmental environment, we will collaboratively work on challenging barriers to your growth and healing.
Work stress, relationship and self-esteem issues, or mood instability may be front and center.
Therapy shouldn't feel stiff, stale, or impersonal. My style is warm, friendly, and down to earth. I want you to feel connected, heard, and understood. I want you to feel comfortable during our time together so you can begin to make sense of things and process all of your thoughts & feelings, improve your coping, and make changes that align with your values.
Work stress, relationship and self-esteem issues, or mood instability may be front and center.
Therapy shouldn't feel stiff, stale, or impersonal. My style is warm, friendly, and down to earth. I want you to feel connected, heard, and understood. I want you to feel comfortable during our time together so you can begin to make sense of things and process all of your thoughts & feelings, improve your coping, and make changes that align with your values.
Ted Leckie
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CAPT, OSRP, dipTIRP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Looking for couples therapy?.
My particular interest lies with couples, families and relationships. I see clients as couples, as part of a family and/or individually. I am an IFS/IFIO therapist and have done couples training with Toni Herbine-Blank, John Gottman as well as couples training with Gail Palmer and Sue Johnson and have trained in Emotionally Focused Family Therapy.
Looking for couples therapy?.
My particular interest lies with couples, families and relationships. I see clients as couples, as part of a family and/or individually. I am an IFS/IFIO therapist and have done couples training with Toni Herbine-Blank, John Gottman as well as couples training with Gail Palmer and Sue Johnson and have trained in Emotionally Focused Family Therapy.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and I provide virtual therapy services to individuals and couples as well as sex therapy in conjunction with Ontario Sex Therapy clinic.
I graduated from the University of Toronto's Master of Education in Counselling and Psychotherapy program and completed the Intensive Sex Therapy program at the University of Guelph as well as training and clinical supervision in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems therapy (IFS), and sex therapy.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and I provide virtual therapy services to individuals and couples as well as sex therapy in conjunction with Ontario Sex Therapy clinic.
I graduated from the University of Toronto's Master of Education in Counselling and Psychotherapy program and completed the Intensive Sex Therapy program at the University of Guelph as well as training and clinical supervision in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems therapy (IFS), and sex therapy.
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Couples Counselling
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.