Gottman Method Therapists in Toronto, ON
Are you feeling disconnected or starved for intimacy in your relationship? Stuck replaying past hurts, betrayals, or infidelity? Do you long for closeness, understanding, and emotional safety but find that arguments escalate quickly, leaving you unheard and drained? When even small disagreements spiral into painful cycles, it can feel exhausting and hopeless. As a relational therapist, I support couples and families navigating these challenges and more. A more connected, secure, and fulfilling relationship is possible.
Are you feeling disconnected or starved for intimacy in your relationship? Stuck replaying past hurts, betrayals, or infidelity? Do you long for closeness, understanding, and emotional safety but find that arguments escalate quickly, leaving you unheard and drained? When even small disagreements spiral into painful cycles, it can feel exhausting and hopeless. As a relational therapist, I support couples and families navigating these challenges and more. A more connected, secure, and fulfilling relationship is possible.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed, looking for a therapist who understands and genuinely cares? I believe that the heart of therapy lies in leaving people better off than when they came in. With a compassionate and down-to-earth approach, I create a space where you can be yourself without judgment. Authenticity, empathy, humor, and respect are at the core of every session. Whatever challenges you are facing, I’m here to support you on your journey of change and healing. I work with teens, adults, and individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them navigate their unique challenges and find new ways to thrive.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed, looking for a therapist who understands and genuinely cares? I believe that the heart of therapy lies in leaving people better off than when they came in. With a compassionate and down-to-earth approach, I create a space where you can be yourself without judgment. Authenticity, empathy, humor, and respect are at the core of every session. Whatever challenges you are facing, I’m here to support you on your journey of change and healing. I work with teens, adults, and individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them navigate their unique challenges and find new ways to thrive.
Are you looking for a therapist that understands what it means to be a part of the queer and trans community? Hi! My name is Sawyer and I use they/them pronouns. I’m a queer, transgender, non-binary registered social worker, and therapist working with clients in both Alberta and Ontario. I’m looking to connect deeply with the queer and trans community in a relational and curious way. I hold a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work from the Univesity of Calgary.
Are you looking for a therapist that understands what it means to be a part of the queer and trans community? Hi! My name is Sawyer and I use they/them pronouns. I’m a queer, transgender, non-binary registered social worker, and therapist working with clients in both Alberta and Ontario. I’m looking to connect deeply with the queer and trans community in a relational and curious way. I hold a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work from the Univesity of Calgary.
Evening & Weekend Availability-Michael Goddard
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
9 Endorsed
Online Only
I believe that a two way conversation is of great importance to the therapeutic process.Instead of simply listening,I Like to take part in the conversation.As your dedicated psychotherapist, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to help you navigate life's challenges and improve your mental well-being.
In our sessions, we will work together to identify negative thought patterns, beliefs, and behaviours that may be impacting your happiness and overall quality of life, as well as the parts of us that require more attention.
I believe that a two way conversation is of great importance to the therapeutic process.Instead of simply listening,I Like to take part in the conversation.As your dedicated psychotherapist, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to help you navigate life's challenges and improve your mental well-being.
In our sessions, we will work together to identify negative thought patterns, beliefs, and behaviours that may be impacting your happiness and overall quality of life, as well as the parts of us that require more attention.
I am a registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO) and the owner and founder of Candor Psychology & Psychotherapy. Myself and my associates see clients for a wide variety of concerns such as, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, assertiveness, low motivation, family-of-origin concerns, histories of trauma, relationship difficulties and sexual difficulties.
I am a registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO) and the owner and founder of Candor Psychology & Psychotherapy. Myself and my associates see clients for a wide variety of concerns such as, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, assertiveness, low motivation, family-of-origin concerns, histories of trauma, relationship difficulties and sexual difficulties.
NuEra Therapy- Lylla Goheen
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP, CCC, PgDip
Toronto, ON M8V
Asking for help can feel like a challenge, but seeking support is an act of strength and self love. In a world full of pressures and uncertainties, having a safe space to simply "be" is essential. Having someone there for you to provide empathy, understanding, and a nonjudgmental environment where you can freely explore emotions and thoughts, face your fears, and find peace and calm in the everyday.
Asking for help can feel like a challenge, but seeking support is an act of strength and self love. In a world full of pressures and uncertainties, having a safe space to simply "be" is essential. Having someone there for you to provide empathy, understanding, and a nonjudgmental environment where you can freely explore emotions and thoughts, face your fears, and find peace and calm in the everyday.
Hi there! I’m Willa - individual and couples therapist with a focus on life transitions, relationships and sex therapy. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with the CRPO and I hold a Masters in Counselling Psychology from the University of Toronto. I have over 10 years of experience in mental health settings across Canada and abroad — from doing frontline response to Canada's opioid crisis to working on a sexual assault response team to researching government mental health policies and academic palliative care research to now working in private practice as an individual and couples therapist.
Hi there! I’m Willa - individual and couples therapist with a focus on life transitions, relationships and sex therapy. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with the CRPO and I hold a Masters in Counselling Psychology from the University of Toronto. I have over 10 years of experience in mental health settings across Canada and abroad — from doing frontline response to Canada's opioid crisis to working on a sexual assault response team to researching government mental health policies and academic palliative care research to now working in private practice as an individual and couples therapist.
Past hurts can echo in the present—quick triggers, shutdowns, or the same fight on repeat. Trauma, whether from earlier life experiences or broken trust in relationships, can leave you feeling unsafe in your body and disconnected from the people who matter most.
I help individuals and couples heal the impact of trauma, regulate overwhelming emotions, and rebuild safety and connection in daily life. Together, we’ll slow things down, create a clear plan, and use evidence-based tools to shift unhelpful patterns.
Past hurts can echo in the present—quick triggers, shutdowns, or the same fight on repeat. Trauma, whether from earlier life experiences or broken trust in relationships, can leave you feeling unsafe in your body and disconnected from the people who matter most.
I help individuals and couples heal the impact of trauma, regulate overwhelming emotions, and rebuild safety and connection in daily life. Together, we’ll slow things down, create a clear plan, and use evidence-based tools to shift unhelpful patterns.
No Waitlist - Next Day Appointments - Book at ajourneyinwardtherapy.janeapp. com and get matched with a psychotherapist - sessions start at $75. Our diverse team of psychotherapists are here to support you in your journey by bringing clarity, reducing overwhelm, and supplying you with the skills and tools needed to reconnect with your authentic self. We hold a safe space in which you can explore, heal and grow, without fear of judgement. We do this through practicing culturally-responsive, LGBTQ-affirming, and trauma-informed care to create a unique, tailored treatment plan with evidence-based therapies.
No Waitlist - Next Day Appointments - Book at ajourneyinwardtherapy.janeapp. com and get matched with a psychotherapist - sessions start at $75. Our diverse team of psychotherapists are here to support you in your journey by bringing clarity, reducing overwhelm, and supplying you with the skills and tools needed to reconnect with your authentic self. We hold a safe space in which you can explore, heal and grow, without fear of judgement. We do this through practicing culturally-responsive, LGBTQ-affirming, and trauma-informed care to create a unique, tailored treatment plan with evidence-based therapies.
If you’ve been feeling like your emotions are “too much,” your relationships harder than they should be, or the past won’t leave you alone, you’re not alone. Old wounds, especially from childhood, can shape the way we see ourselves and others. You may find yourself avoiding closeness, clinging to it, or swinging between the two. Whether you’re coping with BPD, past relational trauma, or conflict with your partner, you may be looking for a space where you can finally exhale and be fully yourself.
If you’ve been feeling like your emotions are “too much,” your relationships harder than they should be, or the past won’t leave you alone, you’re not alone. Old wounds, especially from childhood, can shape the way we see ourselves and others. You may find yourself avoiding closeness, clinging to it, or swinging between the two. Whether you’re coping with BPD, past relational trauma, or conflict with your partner, you may be looking for a space where you can finally exhale and be fully yourself.
Ghazaleh Bozorg, Green Mind Mental Health
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MBA, MSc
10 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5J
For couples, I integrate techniques from EFT and the Gottman Method for emotional connection and improved communication.
Do you feel misunderstood or stuck in the same patterns, no matter how hard you try to change them? Maybe you replay conversations, feeling drained from putting others first. Perhaps you and your partner keep falling into the same cycle of conflict or emotional distance. Or are you looking for the meaning and purpose of life? I offer a warm, non-judgmental space for individuals navigating relationship or existential anxiety, as well as couples seeking to improve communication and rebuild trust. Together, we’ll uncover these patterns so you can communicate more clearly and feel more grounded, confident, and connected.
For couples, I integrate techniques from EFT and the Gottman Method for emotional connection and improved communication.
Do you feel misunderstood or stuck in the same patterns, no matter how hard you try to change them? Maybe you replay conversations, feeling drained from putting others first. Perhaps you and your partner keep falling into the same cycle of conflict or emotional distance. Or are you looking for the meaning and purpose of life? I offer a warm, non-judgmental space for individuals navigating relationship or existential anxiety, as well as couples seeking to improve communication and rebuild trust. Together, we’ll uncover these patterns so you can communicate more clearly and feel more grounded, confident, and connected.
Life Transitions|Health & Wellness- Bunmi Adebimpe
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, MSc, PCC, NBC-HWC
6 Endorsed
Online Only
I see you! It's time to reach out. It takes courage & strength to seek support! Are you ready to reduce Stress, Anxiety, Overwhelm, Self-criticism, Depression, Burnout? Or struggling to take control of your emotions, identity, relationships, career, parenting, health and life or just need a safe space to talk? You’ve come to the right place. Getting motivated when navigating life transitions or challenges can leave anyone discouraged. You are at the right place if you're ready to take back control and build the life you desire? Together, we will work to help you keep a balance between your commitments and things that matter to you.
I see you! It's time to reach out. It takes courage & strength to seek support! Are you ready to reduce Stress, Anxiety, Overwhelm, Self-criticism, Depression, Burnout? Or struggling to take control of your emotions, identity, relationships, career, parenting, health and life or just need a safe space to talk? You’ve come to the right place. Getting motivated when navigating life transitions or challenges can leave anyone discouraged. You are at the right place if you're ready to take back control and build the life you desire? Together, we will work to help you keep a balance between your commitments and things that matter to you.
Sabrine: Relationships | Communication | Conflict
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
4 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6K
Using EFT and the Gottman Method, I guide you to communicate safely, break reactive cycles, and rebuild emotional and physical intimacy so your relationship can feel secure, supportive, and deeply connected again.
You love your partner, but lately it feels like you’re stuck in the same argument on repeat. You miss the ease and connection you once had. Maybe one of you shuts down, the other gets louder - or you both feel unseen, unheard, and tired of trying. You want to feel like a team again, to communicate without it turning defensive, to rebuild trust, closeness, and safety. You’re not ready to give up on each other - you just need help finding your way back.
Using EFT and the Gottman Method, I guide you to communicate safely, break reactive cycles, and rebuild emotional and physical intimacy so your relationship can feel secure, supportive, and deeply connected again.
You love your partner, but lately it feels like you’re stuck in the same argument on repeat. You miss the ease and connection you once had. Maybe one of you shuts down, the other gets louder - or you both feel unseen, unheard, and tired of trying. You want to feel like a team again, to communicate without it turning defensive, to rebuild trust, closeness, and safety. You’re not ready to give up on each other - you just need help finding your way back.
Dylan Mitchell
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, RP(Q), EMDR
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6J
I work with adults managing bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, PTSD, and complex trauma. Clients often experience emotional dysregulation, dissociation, self-criticism, and relationship instability, often linked to abuse or neglect. I also provide affirming support for queer and non-binary individuals, as well as sex therapy and family therapy for those navigating conflict, identity challenges, or intimacy concerns. My clients seek stability, clearer boundaries, and sustainable tools for managing distress.
I work with adults managing bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, PTSD, and complex trauma. Clients often experience emotional dysregulation, dissociation, self-criticism, and relationship instability, often linked to abuse or neglect. I also provide affirming support for queer and non-binary individuals, as well as sex therapy and family therapy for those navigating conflict, identity challenges, or intimacy concerns. My clients seek stability, clearer boundaries, and sustainable tools for managing distress.
Therapy and Counselling for individual adults, kids, couples and families in Toronto and beyond. Couple Therapy Toronto offers a positive space for all clients.
Therapy and Counselling for individual adults, kids, couples and families in Toronto and beyond. Couple Therapy Toronto offers a positive space for all clients.
Sex Therapy-Emily Smail @ Psychotherapy For You
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, BA, MACP(C)
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Taking the first step in your self-healing journey can be so difficult, but I am so glad that you are here! Whether you have tried therapy in the past, or this is your first time, I welcome you. Collaboratively, through a person-centered and strength-based approach, I seek to support and navigate life’s greatest stressors and hurdles with you in a way that meets you where you are at. Changes in life can cause us to feel distant and disconnected from ourselves, or from our relationships. This can lead to low sex-drive or libido, and poor communication, causing recurring and frequent disagreements. I want to support you in
Taking the first step in your self-healing journey can be so difficult, but I am so glad that you are here! Whether you have tried therapy in the past, or this is your first time, I welcome you. Collaboratively, through a person-centered and strength-based approach, I seek to support and navigate life’s greatest stressors and hurdles with you in a way that meets you where you are at. Changes in life can cause us to feel distant and disconnected from ourselves, or from our relationships. This can lead to low sex-drive or libido, and poor communication, causing recurring and frequent disagreements. I want to support you in
Accepting NEW clients! Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to carry everything you’re holding? Maybe it’s anxiety that doesn’t quiet down, the effects of trauma that still linger, or challenges in your relationships or self-worth that feel hard to name but impossible to ignore. If you're feeling disconnected from yourself or weighed down by your experiences, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Therapy can be a place to put some of that weight down and reconnect with who you are and where you want to go. You deserve to feel less burdened, more understood, and more connected to yourself and the life you want to live.
Accepting NEW clients! Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to carry everything you’re holding? Maybe it’s anxiety that doesn’t quiet down, the effects of trauma that still linger, or challenges in your relationships or self-worth that feel hard to name but impossible to ignore. If you're feeling disconnected from yourself or weighed down by your experiences, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Therapy can be a place to put some of that weight down and reconnect with who you are and where you want to go. You deserve to feel less burdened, more understood, and more connected to yourself and the life you want to live.
My approach is customised using a strong set of practical modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness (MBSR), Trauma Informed Care, and Gottman Method for Couples.
How satisfied are you in your life? What do you want your future to look like? Are you experiencing feelings of distrust, panic or frustration? Overwhelmed by life’s demands? Feeling misunderstood, alone? Has there been an escalation of conflict and emotional distress? No more. Life is challenging and unpredictable. One of our deepest needs as humans is to feel understood. To find an anchor of peace, feel as if your voice is being heard, validated. And, you are NOT alone. We forget, as human beings; we just need to check in, understand that it is helpful and important to look at our goals, ambitions and dreams as it is to define our
My approach is customised using a strong set of practical modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness (MBSR), Trauma Informed Care, and Gottman Method for Couples.
How satisfied are you in your life? What do you want your future to look like? Are you experiencing feelings of distrust, panic or frustration? Overwhelmed by life’s demands? Feeling misunderstood, alone? Has there been an escalation of conflict and emotional distress? No more. Life is challenging and unpredictable. One of our deepest needs as humans is to feel understood. To find an anchor of peace, feel as if your voice is being heard, validated. And, you are NOT alone. We forget, as human beings; we just need to check in, understand that it is helpful and important to look at our goals, ambitions and dreams as it is to define our
I provide therapy to adults and couples experiencing diverse challenges such as symptoms related to a mental health concern, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties. I am particularly passionate about women's mental health. I have extensive experience supporting clients around reproductive and maternal well-being, including concerns such as role transition challenges, infertility, and postpartum depression. I have worked as a therapist at several hospitals in Toronto. My therapeutic process recognizes client's as the expert of their experience and is founded on respect for each individual's pace.
I provide therapy to adults and couples experiencing diverse challenges such as symptoms related to a mental health concern, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties. I am particularly passionate about women's mental health. I have extensive experience supporting clients around reproductive and maternal well-being, including concerns such as role transition challenges, infertility, and postpartum depression. I have worked as a therapist at several hospitals in Toronto. My therapeutic process recognizes client's as the expert of their experience and is founded on respect for each individual's pace.
Thank you for checking out my practice profile. I have 20+ years of providing professional mental health supports to clients and bring a warm and compassionate presence to my work. I seek to create a safe environment in which we collaboratively process difficult feelings towards making meaningful changes to create a more fulfilled life. I use an integrative model tailored to your specific needs. If you are stuck in unhelpful relationship interpersonal cycles; need clarity on life transitions, family, or struggling with a difficult past, I can support you.
I offer in-person and virtual sessions
Individual: $180; $260 couples (75 min)
Thank you for checking out my practice profile. I have 20+ years of providing professional mental health supports to clients and bring a warm and compassionate presence to my work. I seek to create a safe environment in which we collaboratively process difficult feelings towards making meaningful changes to create a more fulfilled life. I use an integrative model tailored to your specific needs. If you are stuck in unhelpful relationship interpersonal cycles; need clarity on life transitions, family, or struggling with a difficult past, I can support you.
I offer in-person and virtual sessions
Individual: $180; $260 couples (75 min)
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How does the Gottman method work?
One of the core doctrines of the Gottman method is that negative emotions hurt relationships about five times more than positive emotions help them. Thus, couples require five times more positive interactions than negative interactions with each other. The therapist will guide clients on how to improve communication and understanding of each other to manage conflict and have their emotional needs met. The therapist will also advise couples on how to repair relations with each other when conflict arises, and therefore avoid lasting damage.
Is the Gottman method evidence-based?
Yes, this method is an evidence-based approach to couples therapy. The method is based on more than 40 years of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, the psychologists who developed the method. The Gottmans analysed decades of data to draw conclusions about what types of interactions are likely to lead to specific results, and which interventions are most likely to lead to success. Studies have found that this approach leads to improvements in relationship satisfaction, intimacy, communication skills, and a lower rate of divorce.
How long does the Gottman method take?
The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and an average course of treatment is around 10 sessions. In some cases, such as for couples dealing with a critical problem, the therapist will suggest an intensive course of treatment, with daily sessions over the first two to four days. Treatment is complete when the couple is satisfied and has met the goals they’ve set, and when the therapist believes they have the skills to continue on their own.
Is the Gottman method effective?
Through the Gottman method, couples can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. This treatment has been used for more than 40 years; the method is supported by empirical research, including randomised controlled trials that have demonstrated effectiveness in improving relationship outcomes for couples. Like any talk therapy, success or failure depends in large part on how committed the clients are to making positive changes and working toward results.