Couples Counselling Therapists in Toronto, ON

Are you wrestling with a problem at work or home? Feeling anxious or depressed? Facing a major life decision and feeling unsure about what to do? Feeling your work life balance is out of kilter? Struggling to make a relationship work? Or feeling upset after a traumatic event? In the midst of these difficulties you may feel discouraged and alone. Therapy can provide support and re-assurance as you explore what is troubling you. Talking to an empathic and knowlegeble therapist can help you better understand what led you to this point, and, more importantly, help you to cope, move forward and begin building a life that satisfies you.

I believe that we each have an innate wisdom and a core self or spirit that strives for joy, peace and fulfillment. Despite this, we can often become overwhelmed with difficult emotions and feel stuck in ways of being which do not serve us. I embrace the learnings from my Spiritual Psychotherapy & Spiritual Direction training as well as my intuitive energy training. I adopt an eclectic approach which combines traditional talk therapy with spiritual practices . I view healing as a journey of self-discovery and increased awareness which takes one to a deeper place of understanding of self and greater mind-body spirit connectedness

With more than 10 years of counselling experience working specifically within the LGBTTIQ community, and with the general adult populations in addictions, mental health and emotions, I provide psychotherapy services to adult individuals, couples , and groups with mental health, addiction and life challenges. From my Annex office I provide a supportive environment for clients to safely explore challenges, conflicts and issues including achieving better emotional and physical health, and satisfying personal relationships.

Depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, unresolved grief, work-related problems, phobias, and stress are among the most common symptoms that I address. Of particular interest to me (and my specialized training) is to go beyond only treating the presenting symptoms and to discover and address what has caused them to occur. Both in my work experience and in my training I have learned that symptoms typically diminish using various forms of psychotherapy. However, unless the underlying causes are understood and resolved the gains are not usually sustained. Over time symptoms tend to reemerge.

Choosing the right therapist is a big deal. Just like a travel partner will impact the experiences you have on your trip, your therapist will impact how your mental health journey unfolds. I commend you for making this important decision thoughtfully. To tell you a bit about myself, I am a psychologist working with adults facing a variety of life struggles including trauma, OCD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, perfectionism, shame, health issues and life transitions. I am grateful to have received training in a range of modalities including mindfulness, compassion focused, emotion focused, CBT and psychodynamic therapies.

Are you feeling disconnected to yourself, loved ones, or society? Do you question whether you are a good father, son, or partner ? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, powerless, guilty, or "not normal". Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support. Often, this struggle may lead to addiction, anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, suicidal ideation, poor relationships, grief, low self-esteem, or low self-worth. First Step Men's Therapy offers a safe, warm, and inviting space for men to heal, learn, and grow. You are not alone, and we are here to help support you on your journey.

I am a registered social worker supporting people as they explore a variety of issues that create stress in their lives. I specialize in supporting those who have experienced trauma, particularly related to sexual assault and intimate partner violence, as well as other types of traumas experienced in adulthood. I strive to recognize and build on the resilience, knowledge and skills clients’ bring with them, while working towards new growth and change.

My approach is empathetic and analytic. I listen and you describe your emotional distress and current situation. Then, working together, we uncover the sources of your difficulties and target goals and solutions. You are the expert on your life; I ask questions and offer my warmth, as well as my observations and perspective. Together we find new perspectives, growth, and the joy that belongs to life. I see individuals and couples for one-hour weekly sessions. Visit my website: www.inthewater.ca.

I am a registered social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers (OCSWSSW), and a member in good standing with the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW). I am a Master of Social Work graduate of McMaster University. I have seven years of professional experience in providing support and counseling services to children, adolescences, family, couples , international students, newcomers/ immigrants, and those who experienced incurable illness and accidents. I am experienced in using Cognitive-Behavioural and Empathy Approaches. Also, I can provide services in both Mandarin and English.

I am Shawna - a passionate and innovative therapist who believes strong mental health is rooted in resilience and connection. Having worked exclusively with young cancer patients and their families over the past decade helped me realize that emotional pain and resilience are not mutually exclusive experiences - they live together. Through the process of recognizing and experiencing our deepest pain, fear and longing we can become better versions of ourselves. My style is empathic, intuitive, and interactive, and I uncover and guide my clients to use their untapped strengths, resilience, and potential for connection in their lives.

If you choose to work with me I will strive to create a safe, respectful and meaningful relationship with you. I will listen carefully, with empathy and without judgement. Sometimes I ask a lot of questions in order to understand, to the best of my ability, what things are like for you. In working together to help me understand your story, usually what happens is that things start to make more sense for you too. Confusion often gives way to clarity. Feelings such as anxiety, anger, depression and isolation often subside as well.

We've all felt stuck, frustrated, worried or like we are spinning out of control at one time or another. And sometimes we feel so... alone. You know there's more to you than meets the eye, if only someone could see it. Do you have this nagging intuition that what you want is just out of reach -- a better self-image, a better relationship or a better life? I'd like to help.

I support individuals, caregivers & families navigating transitions across the lifespan - whether it be changing schools, houses, family or relationship status, job role, health condition, or experiencing loss - I use psychotherapy and art therapy to support you to find steady ground in these challenging times. I will meet you wherever you are at and we can co-create a pathway that holds you in feeling reconnected, renewed and resourced while navigating transitions, making decisions, and moving forward - in your own way, at your own pace.

As life unfolds, we face challenges that require us to adjust and adapt. Therapy can help us gain a clearer understanding of the obstacles and learn new ways of overcoming them to create the life that we want. I work with individuals who are struggling with low mood, anxiety, stress, grief, anger, relationship issues, low self esteem and self-criticism, among others. In sessions, I strive to provide a safe, inclusive, and compassionate environment to explore difficult or painful thoughts and feelings, to gain a greater sense of clarity and to feel empowered to change the things that are limiting your connection to self and others.

Please feel free to look at my website JenniferKaplantherapy.com. I am an empathic practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. My focus is to address your areas of concern with skill and determination. You will guide the work we do. We will set goals and work towards them in a reasonable time frame. Take the first step towards yourself and call me.