LGBTQ+ Therapists in Toronto, ON

Are you ready to get out of the loop you’ve found yourself stuck in? Do you know there is something better for you, but you can’t seem to figure out how to get there? Do you feel shackled by your past or the image others may have of you? Are you ready to access and claim your inner power?

Do you feel like you don’t know how to ask for help, or feel like you have no one to turn to? Do you feel like there’s a part of your identity that you need to explore? Have you tried other therapists before and it felt too stuffy or like you didn’t ‘click’? Hi, I’m Steph and I see you, thank you for being here. I am here to remind you that it is okay to be feeling exactly how you feel, all of your feelings are valid. I bring my whole self to our sessions with a grounded, curious and kind demeanor and really focus on fostering a genuine therapeutic relationship with you. I believe that therapy should feel less clinical and formal.

I work with adults who are feeling stressed: they may worry, panic or feel shy in social situations, may try to be perfect, may feel badly about themselves, or wish to express themselves more effectively, or to set clearer boundaries with others, or to be more assertive. I also work with people from the straight and LGBTQ communities who are experiencing challenges in their relationships, with sexuality, sexual orientation, alternative relationships, alternative sexualities, and gender. Many experience these challenges, but some may lose a sense of balance in their lives or the ability to enjoy life and relationships while trying to sort out their concerns.

I help anxious, depressed, traumatized, neurodivergent, overwhelmed or highly sensitive people to find a grounding and calm in their body-mind. We explore creative ways of being with a focus on being in the here and now, with increasing awareness. I help you to build your self-support and build resilience to difficulties. I help you to free yourself of the freezing, fight or fight response and help you to build better relationships with better boundaries, creating more flexibility and spontaneous moments of joy in your life,

I have a special interest in relationships; understanding how we come to relate with ourselves and one another, and the ways this connects with our unique world-views, beliefs, and life’s meaning. Together we will co-create our therapeutic relationship, valuing authenticity and creativity. And in the therapy room we might explore grief and bereavement, life transitions, queerness, anxiety, depression, and understanding emotions and identity. My style starts with a trauma-informed approach, and I draw on techniques from narrative therapy, internal family systems, and mindfulness-based therapy.

Karen believes that all emotions are beautiful and valid, which is evidenced by how much she loves talking about feelings! A self-identified empath and super-feeler, Karen uses a warm and authentic approach, and values creating a comfortable space that fosters safety and connection. Are you a Queer identified human who is looking for a safe space to unpack your feelings and experiences and learn some new ways of coping? Are you experiencing a depressed mood or increased anxiety and feel like you've tried it all and nothing's helped? Hi! I’m Karen. I’m a registered social worker and psychotherapist with Positive Space Consulting.

My name is Alex Zebeljan and I’m a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). I offer individual and couples therapy virtually. 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 virtual space wherein you can discover and be your most authentic self. When working with clients, I value collaboration and incorporating culturally respectful techniques into my work. You are the expert on what you need and want and I can help you get there, whatever that end result might look like for you.

I have a formidable passion for helping you build and energize a joyful, loving & creative life. My clients are high functioning, gifted, and imaginative individuals, plus HSPs. I am naturally engaged, authentic & direct. Unlike therapists who are silent and write on a pad, aloof & distant, I listen with curiosity & empathy to provide ample feed-back when you request it. You will feel at ease. I will provide you with personalized therapy, using the best technique that can help you with imagination, intuition, warmth, & effectiveness from Narrative, image-based, Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT therapies, & Mindfulness modalities.

Are you someone that identifies as LGBTQ +, seeking an outlet to express one’s worries? Are you a racialized person struggling to find someone you can speak to about life challenges? Have you reached a roadblock in your communication with a romantic partner? LGBTQ + and racialized folks are often limited in spaces that allow them to feel fully seen. With couples, there are often difficulties figuring out where to start in managing conflict. Through a collaborative therapeutic stance, I am to challenge such difficult realities by supporting clients to fulfill their desired goals.

I welcome you with an open mind and a willingness to learn more about whatever might be holding you back in life or your relationship(s). My approach to therapy is client-centred and collaborative. I strive to explore solutions that work for you in your environment. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with CRPO. I am a South Asian, gay / queer , cisgender man, immigrant/settler, & I have extensive experience working with heterosexual & queer /2SLGBTQ+ individuals & couples. I have an MA in Human Sexuality from San Francisco State University (2010) & an MA in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University (2022).

Aaniin/Boozhoo/Willkommen/Hello, Is life feeling hard? Overwhelming? Emotions feel too big, or maybe not at all? Are you Looking for support for your family or a young person? My goal is to work with people in authentic ways. I journey with folks through difficult, hard, messy, and scary situations. I work from a trauma informed, decolonial, Anti-Racist/Anti-Oppression framework. My work centres around supporting folks dealing with trauma and systemic oppression, mental illness, gender identity, sexual orientation, and substance use. I often focus on individual and family work with 2S Queer and Trans youth and adults

Are you a woman or non-binary / a Black, Indigenous, or Person of Colour / Queer and/or Trans / a Public Sector, Health Care, Education, Community, Labor, Social Justice Sex, or Social Worker / a Person with Chronic Pain or Illness / a Post-Secondary Student / part of the South Asian diaspora / an Immigrant or Refugee? Do you wish to feel seen or heard and treated as a whole person? Are you looking for a non-judgmental space to explore your identity, goals, values and boundaries? Would you like to process trauma, increase coping skills, and connect with your authentic self? Would you like to add more tools to your wellness kit?

Seeking counselling can feel daunting, and it is important to find the right fit with a potential therapist. The first step is reaching out and establishing how the therapeutic alliance can best support you in your journey and with the goals you have for yourself. I have been working in Social Work for the better part of a decade with a specialization in addiction-based treatment, trauma work and supporting members of the queer community. Completing my BSW at Western University (2014) and MSW at York University (2022), I provide 1:1 counselling, Couples Counselling, and Secondary assessments for Transition-related surgeries.

Rainbowcounselling is a 2SLGBTQ+ Affirming Counselling practice which supports folks all over Ontario, Canada. We value anti-oppressive and trauma informed approaches to counselling. Our therapists understand the importance of bridging the gap in accessible mental health care for queer and transgender folks. We currently only practice virtually and offer sliding scale options with our intern therapists.

I am a white, queer , cisgender man and settler. I value authenticity and strive to be collaborative, warm, playful, curious, and compassionate in my work with clients. I invite you to also bring any parts of yourself to our shared therapy space - the hurt, the hidden, the joyful, and anything else we may discover. My approach to care is rooted in intersectional, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed frameworks. Some specializations of mine include anxiety, perfectionism, relationship challenges, queer experiences, identity development, HIV/AIDS, and navigating trauma. I work with children, youth, adults, and older adults.