Emotionally Focused Therapists in Toronto, ON
Hongmei Cai From Fen Psychotherapy & Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R
I draw from evidence-based therapies such as Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) to support meaningful and lasting change.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward? You don’t have to navigate it alone.
I provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can slow down, feel heard, and begin to make sense of what you're going through. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, or life transitions, I’m here to help you find clarity and regain a sense of control.
I draw from evidence-based therapies such as Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) to support meaningful and lasting change.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward? You don’t have to navigate it alone.
I provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can slow down, feel heard, and begin to make sense of what you're going through. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, or life transitions, I’m here to help you find clarity and regain a sense of control.
Therapy doesn't have to feel awkward, intimidating, or overwhelming. I offer a warm, supportive and down to earth space where you can show up as you are and talk openly about what’s been weighing on you.
As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) under clinical supervision, I help by offering practical tools to regulate difficult emotions, manage distress and build confidence in your daily life. Together, we will explore patterns, build healthy boundaries, and develop practical tools to support your emotional well-being and lasting growth.
Therapy doesn't have to feel awkward, intimidating, or overwhelming. I offer a warm, supportive and down to earth space where you can show up as you are and talk openly about what’s been weighing on you.
As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) under clinical supervision, I help by offering practical tools to regulate difficult emotions, manage distress and build confidence in your daily life. Together, we will explore patterns, build healthy boundaries, and develop practical tools to support your emotional well-being and lasting growth.
Farah Sheikh
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, , RSW
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6G
Waitlist for new clients
Farah draws on inspiration from a variety of modalities including Attachment-Based Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative and Mindfulness.
As a social worker, psychotherapist and a child of South Asian, Muslim immigrants, Farah's practice is informed by a broad range of clinical, academic and cultural experiences. She is an individual and family therapist, specializing in working with children, teens and adults. Her expertise is in emotional regulation, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss. Farah has over 25 years of clinical experience. She works at The Hospital for Sick Children and also holds the position of an Adjunct Lecturer for Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work at University of Toronto.
Farah draws on inspiration from a variety of modalities including Attachment-Based Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative and Mindfulness.
As a social worker, psychotherapist and a child of South Asian, Muslim immigrants, Farah's practice is informed by a broad range of clinical, academic and cultural experiences. She is an individual and family therapist, specializing in working with children, teens and adults. Her expertise is in emotional regulation, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss. Farah has over 25 years of clinical experience. She works at The Hospital for Sick Children and also holds the position of an Adjunct Lecturer for Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work at University of Toronto.
A core belief that informs my approach to therapy is that there is an inherent goodness within all of us and that we are all seeking ways to realize and cultivate this goodness. Sometimes in this pursuit, we find ourselves stuck in a place that we never expected or anticipated (often not even by our own doing). In this place, it may seem like the harder we try, the deeper we burrow ourselves into somewhere we actually don’t want to be. My hope is that my work consists of coming alongside others who find themselves stuck in these places and collaborate to find ways out and make progress towards realizing the goodness inside.
A core belief that informs my approach to therapy is that there is an inherent goodness within all of us and that we are all seeking ways to realize and cultivate this goodness. Sometimes in this pursuit, we find ourselves stuck in a place that we never expected or anticipated (often not even by our own doing). In this place, it may seem like the harder we try, the deeper we burrow ourselves into somewhere we actually don’t want to be. My hope is that my work consists of coming alongside others who find themselves stuck in these places and collaborate to find ways out and make progress towards realizing the goodness inside.
You may be feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and unfulfilled, despite doing everything 'right.' We are often taught to bypass our emotions and are rewarded for our ability to push through discomfort.
In my practice, I provide a safe, collaborative space where we can slow down, tune into your thoughts and feelings, and gain insight into the patterns that may be keeping you feeling stuck. I gently guide you out of cycles of overthinking and self-criticism, helping you move toward emotional clarity and compassionate self-understanding.
You may be feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and unfulfilled, despite doing everything 'right.' We are often taught to bypass our emotions and are rewarded for our ability to push through discomfort.
In my practice, I provide a safe, collaborative space where we can slow down, tune into your thoughts and feelings, and gain insight into the patterns that may be keeping you feeling stuck. I gently guide you out of cycles of overthinking and self-criticism, helping you move toward emotional clarity and compassionate self-understanding.
I work with clients who are struggling with grief, bereavement and/or other types of losses (loss of health, job loss, divorce etc). I have specialized training in bereavement, grief and trauma which allows me to provide the best support possible. I provide clients with a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore the thoughts, feelings and behaviours related to the loss he/she has experienced. I will offer helpful tools and techniques to help process and cope with the tragedy or tragedies has occurred. I have experiences working with adolescents, young adults, adults and seniors.
I work with clients who are struggling with grief, bereavement and/or other types of losses (loss of health, job loss, divorce etc). I have specialized training in bereavement, grief and trauma which allows me to provide the best support possible. I provide clients with a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore the thoughts, feelings and behaviours related to the loss he/she has experienced. I will offer helpful tools and techniques to help process and cope with the tragedy or tragedies has occurred. I have experiences working with adolescents, young adults, adults and seniors.
Many of the ways we think and feel are shaped by painful experiences, family dynamics, and relationships where we didn't feel safe, understood, or accepted. Over time, this can leave us feeling stuck in patterns of self-doubt, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, or behaviours that no longer serve us.
As a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist with over 11 years of experience in the helping field, I bring warmth, authenticity, and genuine care and investment in those I have the privilege of supporting.
Many of the ways we think and feel are shaped by painful experiences, family dynamics, and relationships where we didn't feel safe, understood, or accepted. Over time, this can leave us feeling stuck in patterns of self-doubt, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, or behaviours that no longer serve us.
As a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist with over 11 years of experience in the helping field, I bring warmth, authenticity, and genuine care and investment in those I have the privilege of supporting.
As a therapist, my goal is that you feel seen, heard, and valued regardless of your sexuality, gender, ethnicity and beliefs. During each session, I endeavour to create a safer virtual space wherein you can discover and express yourself. When working with clients, I value collaboration and incorporating cultural humility into my work. You are the expert on what you need and want and I would like to help you get there.
I might be the therapist for you if you want to work on your boundaries, perfectionism, critical self-talk, burnout and relationships with friends, family and/or partner(s).
As a therapist, my goal is that you feel seen, heard, and valued regardless of your sexuality, gender, ethnicity and beliefs. During each session, I endeavour to create a safer virtual space wherein you can discover and express yourself. When working with clients, I value collaboration and incorporating cultural humility into my work. You are the expert on what you need and want and I would like to help you get there.
I might be the therapist for you if you want to work on your boundaries, perfectionism, critical self-talk, burnout and relationships with friends, family and/or partner(s).
She draws from several evidence-based forms of psychotherapy, including Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
Kate Best earned her Master of Social Work degree from Columbia University in New York City. Since then, she has supported adults through a wide range of mental health, relationship, and substance use concerns in both New York and Toronto. She has worked in several outpatient treatment settings and has been in private practice in Toronto since 2014.
She draws from several evidence-based forms of psychotherapy, including Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
Kate Best earned her Master of Social Work degree from Columbia University in New York City. Since then, she has supported adults through a wide range of mental health, relationship, and substance use concerns in both New York and Toronto. She has worked in several outpatient treatment settings and has been in private practice in Toronto since 2014.
Sometimes we get stuck in ways of thinking or feeling about ourselves which can lead to self criticism, feeling emotionally overwhelmed, feeling misunderstood or disconnected from ourselves or others. Reaching out for support is the first step to exploring and making sense of your experiences and struggles. My role as a therapist is to be your guide in exploring the origin of these struggles and to provide support in understanding yourself and your emotions with greater acceptance and compassion.
Sometimes we get stuck in ways of thinking or feeling about ourselves which can lead to self criticism, feeling emotionally overwhelmed, feeling misunderstood or disconnected from ourselves or others. Reaching out for support is the first step to exploring and making sense of your experiences and struggles. My role as a therapist is to be your guide in exploring the origin of these struggles and to provide support in understanding yourself and your emotions with greater acceptance and compassion.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy that helps the brain process distressing experiences that continue to affect your thoughts, emotions, and relationships. While talk therapy offers valuable insight, some people still feel emotionally stuck despite understanding their patterns. EMDR helps the brain reprocess unresolved memories so they no longer carry the same emotional weight. Many people experience lasting relief from symptoms of anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, and other emotional challenges, helping them move forward with greater confidence and resilience.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy that helps the brain process distressing experiences that continue to affect your thoughts, emotions, and relationships. While talk therapy offers valuable insight, some people still feel emotionally stuck despite understanding their patterns. EMDR helps the brain reprocess unresolved memories so they no longer carry the same emotional weight. Many people experience lasting relief from symptoms of anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, and other emotional challenges, helping them move forward with greater confidence and resilience.
I am EMDR certified, IFS and attachment- informed, trauma-informed, and have specialized training in Somatic Therapy and EFT.
I'm here to support you with trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, perfectionism, and relationship challenges. Is it hard to quiet your mind or silence your inner critic? Do you feel unable to control your mind and body? Does fear of failure feel all-consuming? If you often feel high pressure, overwhelmed, or struggle to listen to your own needs, you're in the right place. Whether you're just feeling really stuck or you're experiencing trauma symptoms, I can help you gain confidence, process triggers, and develop tools to be more in control of your life. Together, we will help you show up as your best self, in your life and relationships.
I am EMDR certified, IFS and attachment- informed, trauma-informed, and have specialized training in Somatic Therapy and EFT.
I'm here to support you with trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, perfectionism, and relationship challenges. Is it hard to quiet your mind or silence your inner critic? Do you feel unable to control your mind and body? Does fear of failure feel all-consuming? If you often feel high pressure, overwhelmed, or struggle to listen to your own needs, you're in the right place. Whether you're just feeling really stuck or you're experiencing trauma symptoms, I can help you gain confidence, process triggers, and develop tools to be more in control of your life. Together, we will help you show up as your best self, in your life and relationships.
Hello and welcome! In my practice, from our first meeting, I will meet you where you are at in this moment, with compassion and openness. I see clients for a diverse array of concerns. Perhaps you want a place to connect more deeply with yourself and others, or get support for present or past issues. My clients tend to be ready for change, ready to explore new possibilities, and want someone with compassion to help get "unstuck" from old patterns & beliefs that aren't working anymore. Info: Weekday daytimes only. Online. Please note this is Not a crisis service, it may take me 24-48 hours to reply to any messages.
Hello and welcome! In my practice, from our first meeting, I will meet you where you are at in this moment, with compassion and openness. I see clients for a diverse array of concerns. Perhaps you want a place to connect more deeply with yourself and others, or get support for present or past issues. My clients tend to be ready for change, ready to explore new possibilities, and want someone with compassion to help get "unstuck" from old patterns & beliefs that aren't working anymore. Info: Weekday daytimes only. Online. Please note this is Not a crisis service, it may take me 24-48 hours to reply to any messages.
Are you are in crisis, struggling with an on-going issue or seeking to be free of restrictive emotional patterns/responses? If so, I can help you move from a place of limitation, to one of possibility and choice. Psychotherapy can provide wonderful benefit with long-term results. Learning to take care of ourselves is something we often take for granted and is not always easily achieved given our histories or daily stressors. I will support you in stabilizing yourself and situation, so that you can face your challenges and evolve in directions that feel authentic, liberating and ultimately sustainable.
Are you are in crisis, struggling with an on-going issue or seeking to be free of restrictive emotional patterns/responses? If so, I can help you move from a place of limitation, to one of possibility and choice. Psychotherapy can provide wonderful benefit with long-term results. Learning to take care of ourselves is something we often take for granted and is not always easily achieved given our histories or daily stressors. I will support you in stabilizing yourself and situation, so that you can face your challenges and evolve in directions that feel authentic, liberating and ultimately sustainable.
I draw from EMDR, DBR, Ego State Therapy, CBT, ACT, DBT-informed strategies, Person-Centred Therapy, EFT, and the Gottman Method.
Sometimes you know exactly what is bringing you to therapy. Other times, you just know something has been feeling hard. I work with adults, teens, and couples dealing with trauma, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, substance use, and life transitions. You may be overthinking, feeling stuck in familiar patterns, carrying the impact of past experiences, or having the same difficult conversations in your relationship. We can start with what has been happening and make sense of it together.
I draw from EMDR, DBR, Ego State Therapy, CBT, ACT, DBT-informed strategies, Person-Centred Therapy, EFT, and the Gottman Method.
Sometimes you know exactly what is bringing you to therapy. Other times, you just know something has been feeling hard. I work with adults, teens, and couples dealing with trauma, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, substance use, and life transitions. You may be overthinking, feeling stuck in familiar patterns, carrying the impact of past experiences, or having the same difficult conversations in your relationship. We can start with what has been happening and make sense of it together.
I collaboratively engage with individuals and relationships on a variety of sexual concerns that center around my guiding principles that encompass self-autonomy and a ‘no one size fits all’ approach. The sexual concerns that I support include discrepancy in desire level and/or sexual interests between partners, orgasm difficulties, sexual pain, sexual dysfunction (erectile disorder and premature ejaculation), performance anxiety, exploring relational orientation, exploring BDSM and kink, unique sexual interests, shame and guilt around sexuality and sexual trauma.
I collaboratively engage with individuals and relationships on a variety of sexual concerns that center around my guiding principles that encompass self-autonomy and a ‘no one size fits all’ approach. The sexual concerns that I support include discrepancy in desire level and/or sexual interests between partners, orgasm difficulties, sexual pain, sexual dysfunction (erectile disorder and premature ejaculation), performance anxiety, exploring relational orientation, exploring BDSM and kink, unique sexual interests, shame and guilt around sexuality and sexual trauma.
OCD & Anxiety Therapist (ERP & CBT) /Amy Desautels
Pre-Licensed Professional, BScN, MACP
Online Only
I draw from ERP, ACT, CBT, Attachment-Based, Emotionally Focused, Gottman, Person-Centered, Relational, Solution-Focused, Strength-Based, Compassion-Focused, and Trauma-Focused approaches to explore patterns, build practical skills, and create meaningful change.
Do intrusive thoughts leave you questioning yourself, replaying situations, seeking reassurance, checking, avoiding, or trying to get absolute certainty? OCD can make you feel trapped in a cycle of “what if?” thoughts that never seem fully resolved. I work with adults experiencing OCD, anxiety, rumination, perfectionism, relationship doubts, health fears, contamination concerns, checking, and other repetitive thoughts or behaviours. Together, we’ll work toward helping you spend less time managing fear and more time living your life.
I draw from ERP, ACT, CBT, Attachment-Based, Emotionally Focused, Gottman, Person-Centered, Relational, Solution-Focused, Strength-Based, Compassion-Focused, and Trauma-Focused approaches to explore patterns, build practical skills, and create meaningful change.
Do intrusive thoughts leave you questioning yourself, replaying situations, seeking reassurance, checking, avoiding, or trying to get absolute certainty? OCD can make you feel trapped in a cycle of “what if?” thoughts that never seem fully resolved. I work with adults experiencing OCD, anxiety, rumination, perfectionism, relationship doubts, health fears, contamination concerns, checking, and other repetitive thoughts or behaviours. Together, we’ll work toward helping you spend less time managing fear and more time living your life.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Clinical Hypnotherapy, MBCT, and ACT for ADHD, with over eight years of experience as a professional life coach.
I’m Nellie Zia, a registered psychotherapist, artist and spiritual educator/coach, weaving together creative expression and deep inner exploration. I guide individuals with ADHD and its many companions such as anxiety, depression, OCD, autism spectrum, grief, interpersonal difficulties and executive dysfunction, on a journey toward self-discovery. I help clients by asking deep existential questions to understand the self and why we do what we do as an individual regadless of any psychological conditions we are going through.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Clinical Hypnotherapy, MBCT, and ACT for ADHD, with over eight years of experience as a professional life coach.
I’m Nellie Zia, a registered psychotherapist, artist and spiritual educator/coach, weaving together creative expression and deep inner exploration. I guide individuals with ADHD and its many companions such as anxiety, depression, OCD, autism spectrum, grief, interpersonal difficulties and executive dysfunction, on a journey toward self-discovery. I help clients by asking deep existential questions to understand the self and why we do what we do as an individual regadless of any psychological conditions we are going through.
In addition to Psychotherapy services I also offer clinical supervision to qualifying therapists.
I feel grateful for the opportunity to offer my clients a safe and collaborative space where they can feel heard, supported and validated. In facing such difficult times, there is a need now more than ever to ensure we take care of our Mental Health. Each client has their own subjective experiences that deserve the chance to be explored and met with empathy. Together we can practice a way of coping that works specifically for you, and your needs.
In addition to Psychotherapy services I also offer clinical supervision to qualifying therapists.
I feel grateful for the opportunity to offer my clients a safe and collaborative space where they can feel heard, supported and validated. In facing such difficult times, there is a need now more than ever to ensure we take care of our Mental Health. Each client has their own subjective experiences that deserve the chance to be explored and met with empathy. Together we can practice a way of coping that works specifically for you, and your needs.
I've had extensive training and supervision in Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT), which serves as the foundation of my work.
Life can be painful, but you don’t have to face it alone. Whatever stage you find yourself in, I offer a supportive space to slow down and make sense of what you're going through. I work with adults navigating anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, sexuality, identity exploration, and life transitions. I bring a neurodivergent-affirming lens that values difference and makes room for how you experience the world. My goal is to provide you with a new emotional and relational experience that supports meaningful change, not just insight.
I've had extensive training and supervision in Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT), which serves as the foundation of my work.
Life can be painful, but you don’t have to face it alone. Whatever stage you find yourself in, I offer a supportive space to slow down and make sense of what you're going through. I work with adults navigating anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, sexuality, identity exploration, and life transitions. I bring a neurodivergent-affirming lens that values difference and makes room for how you experience the world. My goal is to provide you with a new emotional and relational experience that supports meaningful change, not just insight.
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