Therapists in Toronto, ON

My practice is steeped in compassion, understanding, connection, and hope. With years of experience working with young adults, teens, adolescents, and families in the public mental health system I bring real-world therapeutic skills in supporting people of all ages to tackle some of life’s biggest challenges, such as family breakdown, self-harm, grief, and trauma. I collaborate with clients to build a vision of their future and self, uncovering and developing the pathways needed to build these visions into reality and live out their hopes and values behaviourally.

If you ever feel stressed, anxious, miserable, or unfulfilled, you are not alone! I am a master’s student in Counselling Psychology with the ambition of helping clients who are stuck in their journeys. I have written a self-help book about my journey, and I know how difficult life can seem. Through working together, my aim is to help empower clients to be confident in meeting their present and future challenges.

I use the art and science of psychological therapy to support the personal growth, well-being, and happiness of my clients. My approach is in-depth therapy and it involves us understanding you holistically as a unique individual. In your therapy, we aim to go beyond psychological symptoms and to pay close attention to the specific internal and external factors that drive your symptoms (or areas of personal concern).

I have interest and experience working with adult clients who experience anxiety, stress, depression and other mood disorders, trauma, assertion and boundary setting difficulties, grief and loss, interpersonal problems, and low self-esteem, among others. I also conduct comprehensive neuropsychological assessments for those suffering from neurodevelopmental disorders, brain injuries, concussion, neurodegenerative disorders, ADHD, ASD, concussion, stroke, epilepsy, dementia, and Parkinson’s disorder, among others. The outcome of this assessment can help you understand the nature and impact of a neurological or psychiatric conditions.

It is natural to need professional support when struggling with mental health. Here are examples of some issues that our therapists can help you with: anger management, anxiety/stress and depression management, addiction, burnout, relationship counseling, or couples counseling, marital & pre-marital therapy, family conflicts, modern parenting, blended families, children and divorce, teen issues, relationship problems, instability, conflict or communication issues, dating issues, infidelity peer relationships Illness or disease diagnoses bereavement, grief and loss counselling, career and corporate coaching, etc.

Assessment and Psychotherapy Services: During our appointments, we will work together to understand what is happening for you in its larger context, including your past experiences and your social world. Using this holistic, collaborative and relational approach will ensure the work we do is helpful and meaningful for you. My therapeutic approach is neurodiverse-, queer-, trauma-informed, using a combination of CBT, IPT, IFS, IPT, DBT, psychodynamic, and mindfulness-based therapies. These approaches provide an effective perspective from which to understand factors that may contribute to and maintain mental health difficulties.

For more than 30-years, I have specialized in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced various mental health concerns. In addition, I provide assessment and counselling in the area of parent-child/adolescent issues; father-son conflict; youth addictions (sexual and substance abuse), court involved/at risk youth; and issues related to adolescent depression, disordered eating, and self-injury. I also work in the area of men's health, addressing such issues as depression and anger management; trauma; addictions; fatherhood; and martial/relationship counselling.

Are you facing challenges with your mental health and emotional well-being? You're not alone, and I'm here to help. My passion lies in supporting individuals and families who are struggling with various issues. Together, we can create meaningful change in your life. I am a registered social worker, and my approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a deep understanding of the complexities of the human experience. Let's collaborate to develop personalized treatment plans that address your unique needs and goals.

Do you often feel weighted down by feelings of anxiety? Do you feel depressed, stressed out, or struggle with letting things go? If so, I invite you to meet with me so we can explore what is going on. Together we can: 1)Explore your needs and boundaries, 2)Find freedom from shame, self-blame, and worry, 3)Heal from past relationships and situations, and 4)Improve your relationships. As we take this journey together, we will work on strategies that allow you to address the root causes of your difficulties.

The decision to begin therapy is one that takes courage. I want to commend you on taking this first step and searching for someone that can help. I am a registered Social Worker and have been working in Private Practice for 12 years. My practice is focused on individuals in the LGBTQ2S+ Community of all genders and cis-gender boys and men in all stages of life who are exploring their mental health and relationships. I work with clients that are dealing with: mental health, anxiety depression, coming out sexual and gender identity, ADHD, learning disabilities, life skills parenting issues, life stages and changes

Hi, I’m Alexander (he/they)! Are you struggling with your mood, anxiety, or ADHD/ Autism? Do you feel confused, or curious about your gender or sexuality? In the age of Tik Tok/ Instagram therapy, more and more of us are being able to put words to what we’ve been struggling with. We’re wanting to feel seen and understood, and to connect with people who get us. It shouldn’t be so hard to be loved and accepted as our true selves, and I truly believe that therapy can help us feel more connected and live more authentically.

Life can often feel chaotic. The reality is that changes are presented to us outside of our control and we find ourselves faced with the task of making decisions and choices that will decide the course of our future. These untimely decisions and choices can leave us feeling bewildered and disoriented. To complicate things further, we can find ourselves stuck in emotional and behavioural patterns that inhibit and hold us back from making the decisions we would like to or that would be best for us. Sometimes it’s difficult to even know what we would like to do or what is best for us. What should you aim towards?

I believe that everyone has the potential to heal, grow, and change. I believe that we all have our own unique story. Just like a locked door, our struggles can seem insurmountable at times. But with the right support and guidance, we can find the key to unlock these barriers and live more freely. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your challenges, tap into your inner strengths, and achieve your goals. Using a strengths-based approach, I provide a supportive and collaborative partnership to help you develop new skills and insights for a more fulfilling life.

As a neurodivergent person with ADHD myself, I know some of the difficulties you may face. If you have ADHD and/or are Autistic, you’ve probably spent many years trying to fight your own brain and force yourself to act “normal,” but find this never works in the long run. Or perhaps you have someone in your life who is neurodivergent, and are struggling meet their needs and your own. You may experience painful emotions, difficulty understanding yourself, and frustrating personal relationships. Navigating life can be overwhelming when you're neurodivergent, but I firmly believe there is hope, and I want you to feel hopeful too.

To grow and to heal. This is a choice we can make. If you are reading this, you have already taken a step in that direction. Perhaps you are wondering if therapy can help you take some more steps. These steps can be in many directions – doing better, achieving goals, reducing distress, managing difficult emotions, understanding unhelpful patterns, dealing with relationship issues, coming to terms with the issues of the past, or seeking answers to life’s challenging questions. We arrive in therapy with our own unique expectations. My goal is to help you take the steps towards meeting those expectations.

Greg is a client-focused psychotherapist who connects interpersonally to build trust and helps adults, youth, and families achieve successful treatment outcomes. Greg works with a wide range of mental health issues and specializes in counselling people who are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and abuse. He has comprehensive experience in enabling families to navigate life transitions and resolve conflicts including communication barriers, behavioural issues, anger management, and parenting.

In uncertain times you may feel overwhelmed by difficulties & feeling stuck. Many problems we experience are not our fault. I can help you effectively & quickly resolve relationship problems, sexual abuse trauma, feelings of betrayal, abandonment, social anxiety, self blame, self esteem, motivation & unsettling shame issues. Many times we lose our purpose in life & do not understand why we are plagued by unhelpful thoughts & feelings. By seeing me you will be understood even when your values may differ from your loved ones and others in your life. Contact me for a .5 hr initial consult & you will be relieved you did so.

Do you struggle with anxiety, low self-esteem, or trouble connecting with others? Have you tried things on your own to feel better, but they haven't helped enough or they're not helping as much as they used to, and you're not sure what to do next? Are you confused and discouraged because a part of you knows what you need to do to change, but you can't seem to get started on it, or stick with the plan? That's where counselling comes in. I'll work with you to help you get unstuck, and start living a life where you're not held back by your issues. I'm especially knowledgeable about how to help clients who struggle socially.

Do you want to try something different which will challenge you and direct your awareness to how you are living your life? Awareness is the first step in making any change. Awareness gives you a choice: do I keep doing what I have been doing or do I want to "try on" a new behaviour and see what changes? Together we will work through issues which are interfering with your ability to live your life fully in the here and now.