Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Toronto, ON
Hi my name is Arthur Lau. Thanks for stopping by my profile! I have a Masters of Social Work degree and have been a Social Worker in the mental health field for over 18 years. I have worked with a diverse group of people throughout my career addressing a variety of different challenges and situations. I am able to connect with people in a genuine, meaningful way and support them in identifying what would benefit them and how to achieve it. I make accurate and insightful assessments of a person's situation, patterns or relationships and help them to move forward in their journey for healing, self discovery and life satisfaction.
Hi my name is Arthur Lau. Thanks for stopping by my profile! I have a Masters of Social Work degree and have been a Social Worker in the mental health field for over 18 years. I have worked with a diverse group of people throughout my career addressing a variety of different challenges and situations. I am able to connect with people in a genuine, meaningful way and support them in identifying what would benefit them and how to achieve it. I make accurate and insightful assessments of a person's situation, patterns or relationships and help them to move forward in their journey for healing, self discovery and life satisfaction.
Feeling overwhelmed and seeking clarity? My ideal client is navigating challenges such as trauma (inner child wounds, complex PTSD, racial trauma), relationship conflicts, panic disorder, anger, guilt, or work stress. They may also struggle with ADHD, executive dysfunction, impulsivity, emotional challenges, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and burnout. With 9+ years of experience supporting diverse communities, I provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care to address their needs for safety, clarity, and understanding. We’ll build tools and resilience to manage daily challenges, enhance relationships and
Feeling overwhelmed and seeking clarity? My ideal client is navigating challenges such as trauma (inner child wounds, complex PTSD, racial trauma), relationship conflicts, panic disorder, anger, guilt, or work stress. They may also struggle with ADHD, executive dysfunction, impulsivity, emotional challenges, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and burnout. With 9+ years of experience supporting diverse communities, I provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care to address their needs for safety, clarity, and understanding. We’ll build tools and resilience to manage daily challenges, enhance relationships and
With over 20 years of experience in mental health services, I am committed to helping you overcome obstacles and achieve your full potential. It's important to remember that feeling overwhelmed, inadequate and anxious is common. Your identity and culture matter! As both a trauma specialist and Founder of my group practice, Shanti Psychotherapy, we specialize in working with Children, Teenagers, Adults, Families, Couples, Trauma, and mental health issues. Shanti Psychotherapy is a group committed to culturally relevant therapy for all. Therapy is not about fixing you because you are not broken! Let's start our conversation.
With over 20 years of experience in mental health services, I am committed to helping you overcome obstacles and achieve your full potential. It's important to remember that feeling overwhelmed, inadequate and anxious is common. Your identity and culture matter! As both a trauma specialist and Founder of my group practice, Shanti Psychotherapy, we specialize in working with Children, Teenagers, Adults, Families, Couples, Trauma, and mental health issues. Shanti Psychotherapy is a group committed to culturally relevant therapy for all. Therapy is not about fixing you because you are not broken! Let's start our conversation.
Accepting New Clients - When anxiety, depression, past experiences, or relationship patterns keep repeating, it’s a sign something needs care, not judgment. Some problems make you feel stuck and are sometimes hard to understand. These feelings make it difficult to enjoy life and find your purpose. By learning to understand how these issues are affecting you, you can begin to discover a brighter path. I work with clients who are open to working on themselves, even when it seems impossible. Together we will assess what is most distressing to you, and develop a plan for how to move forward.
Accepting New Clients - When anxiety, depression, past experiences, or relationship patterns keep repeating, it’s a sign something needs care, not judgment. Some problems make you feel stuck and are sometimes hard to understand. These feelings make it difficult to enjoy life and find your purpose. By learning to understand how these issues are affecting you, you can begin to discover a brighter path. I work with clients who are open to working on themselves, even when it seems impossible. Together we will assess what is most distressing to you, and develop a plan for how to move forward.
You deserve to feel truly heard.
As a clinical social worker with years of experience, I am skilled in helping my clients go from very dark places - feeling muddled, stuck, and alone - to feeling hopeful, connected and content. The basis of that work is the therapeutic relationship: one that is attuned and compassionate, and free of judgement. My clients tell me that they feel comfortable with me in a way they haven't with previous mental health professionals. They tell me that they feel truly heard, as if by a really good friend. Warmth, humour and authenticity are cornerstones of therapy sessions with me.
You deserve to feel truly heard.
As a clinical social worker with years of experience, I am skilled in helping my clients go from very dark places - feeling muddled, stuck, and alone - to feeling hopeful, connected and content. The basis of that work is the therapeutic relationship: one that is attuned and compassionate, and free of judgement. My clients tell me that they feel comfortable with me in a way they haven't with previous mental health professionals. They tell me that they feel truly heard, as if by a really good friend. Warmth, humour and authenticity are cornerstones of therapy sessions with me.
You can be free to live your best life!!! I provide collaborative therapeutic work in assisting you to resolve issues, restore perspectives and recharge your dreams. I am a caring psychotherapist with a genuine enthusiasm for people to know inner wellness and personal freedom. My significant experience have provided me confidence in treating various psychological, emotional and behavioural issues in individuals, couples and families. My approach is to provide meaningful and effective treatment in a safe, nurturing and non-judgmental environment where you can find a support that is compassionate and transformative.
You can be free to live your best life!!! I provide collaborative therapeutic work in assisting you to resolve issues, restore perspectives and recharge your dreams. I am a caring psychotherapist with a genuine enthusiasm for people to know inner wellness and personal freedom. My significant experience have provided me confidence in treating various psychological, emotional and behavioural issues in individuals, couples and families. My approach is to provide meaningful and effective treatment in a safe, nurturing and non-judgmental environment where you can find a support that is compassionate and transformative.
Greetings. I’m currently only taking on clients who have a strong foundation in self-awareness, personal development, and healing. If you’ve already done significant inner work and are looking to go deeper—whether in relationships, creative fulfillment, or existential concerns—I provide a compassionate yet focused approach to help you navigate these crossroads with clarity and purpose. Together, we can untangle the patterns that hold you back and move toward a more integrated, authentic way of being.
Greetings. I’m currently only taking on clients who have a strong foundation in self-awareness, personal development, and healing. If you’ve already done significant inner work and are looking to go deeper—whether in relationships, creative fulfillment, or existential concerns—I provide a compassionate yet focused approach to help you navigate these crossroads with clarity and purpose. Together, we can untangle the patterns that hold you back and move toward a more integrated, authentic way of being.
Effective April 10th, I am welcoming new adult and adolescent (9+) clients. I work with people who are carrying a lot—grief that comes in waves and knocks you down, anxiety that loops and spirals, stress that doesn’t seem to switch off, and emotions that feel too big. Perhaps you're struggling with trying to meet everyone else's needs while ignoring your own or you’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, stretched too thin, constantly on edge or just simply not like yourself lately. Together, we can slow things down and focus on strategies that will bring you back into balance again.
Effective April 10th, I am welcoming new adult and adolescent (9+) clients. I work with people who are carrying a lot—grief that comes in waves and knocks you down, anxiety that loops and spirals, stress that doesn’t seem to switch off, and emotions that feel too big. Perhaps you're struggling with trying to meet everyone else's needs while ignoring your own or you’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, stretched too thin, constantly on edge or just simply not like yourself lately. Together, we can slow things down and focus on strategies that will bring you back into balance again.
Psychotherapy, life coaching and/or couples counselling can help you: Enhance confidence, self-esteem and well-being Improve the quality of your life Reduce stress, increase productivity, develop peace of mind Get more energy, time, passion and focus Take control of daily stress Reach your potential and goals Love your work Have lasting relationships, Personal freedom Find and sustain personal and professional success, wealth and happiness. Are you tired of just being listened to by counselors and ready to move on with your life?
Psychotherapy, life coaching and/or couples counselling can help you: Enhance confidence, self-esteem and well-being Improve the quality of your life Reduce stress, increase productivity, develop peace of mind Get more energy, time, passion and focus Take control of daily stress Reach your potential and goals Love your work Have lasting relationships, Personal freedom Find and sustain personal and professional success, wealth and happiness. Are you tired of just being listened to by counselors and ready to move on with your life?
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.
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.
As a bi-cultural, Egyptian, Arab, first-generation immigrant woman, I draw on my lived experience and understand that it takes courage to seek the vulnerable experience of therapy. This encourages me to listen with empathy, collaboratively looking with you for ways to heal. While it is challenging to look inwards, by understanding our experience we can begin to deepen our connection to ourselves. I see therapy as a vehicle for transformation on a non linear, non judgmental path.
As a bi-cultural, Egyptian, Arab, first-generation immigrant woman, I draw on my lived experience and understand that it takes courage to seek the vulnerable experience of therapy. This encourages me to listen with empathy, collaboratively looking with you for ways to heal. While it is challenging to look inwards, by understanding our experience we can begin to deepen our connection to ourselves. I see therapy as a vehicle for transformation on a non linear, non judgmental path.
I provide meaningful support to those seeking positive change, deeper self-understanding, and a desire to live more fully and authentically, in connection with themselves and others. Many of my clients are adults and young couples seeking a calm, relational space to explore life transitions, relationship challenges, meaning, and the influence of traumatic experiences. I am a gentle and curious therapist. I offer a steady, grounded presence in the work, without pressure or an agenda. I bring compassion, honesty, and a quality of stubbornness that I hope is experienced as an unfaltering commitment to your wellbeing and growth.
I provide meaningful support to those seeking positive change, deeper self-understanding, and a desire to live more fully and authentically, in connection with themselves and others. Many of my clients are adults and young couples seeking a calm, relational space to explore life transitions, relationship challenges, meaning, and the influence of traumatic experiences. I am a gentle and curious therapist. I offer a steady, grounded presence in the work, without pressure or an agenda. I bring compassion, honesty, and a quality of stubbornness that I hope is experienced as an unfaltering commitment to your wellbeing and growth.
Relationships — whether with a partner, friend, or family member — can bring stress, uncertainty, and pain.
Maybe you’re going through a breakup and feeling heartbroken. Or you’ve had a few relationships that didn’t work out and you’re starting to feel stuck in a pattern.
Perhaps you and your partner are arguing more than ever and you’re questioning where things are headed. Or you’re struggling with how to navigate a difficult family relationship.
Maybe a conflict with a friend has impacted you more than you expected. Or you’re feeling lonely and craving closer connections, but social anxiety or self-doubt are getting in the way.
Relationships — whether with a partner, friend, or family member — can bring stress, uncertainty, and pain.
Maybe you’re going through a breakup and feeling heartbroken. Or you’ve had a few relationships that didn’t work out and you’re starting to feel stuck in a pattern.
Perhaps you and your partner are arguing more than ever and you’re questioning where things are headed. Or you’re struggling with how to navigate a difficult family relationship.
Maybe a conflict with a friend has impacted you more than you expected. Or you’re feeling lonely and craving closer connections, but social anxiety or self-doubt are getting in the way.
I am a registered clinical psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario, and work with adults with a broad range of difficulties including trauma, emotion regulation problems, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal challenges.
I offer an integrative approach informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Interventions, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Self-Compassion frameworks.
I am a registered clinical psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario, and work with adults with a broad range of difficulties including trauma, emotion regulation problems, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal challenges.
I offer an integrative approach informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Interventions, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Self-Compassion frameworks.
I support adults and emerging adults who often feel out of place—too much, not enough, or struggling with their sense of belonging. Many are neurodivergent, gifted, deeply feeling, or part of the LGBTQIA+ community, navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, or cultural identity challenges. Some come seeking a companion in their self-reflection, wanting clarity around dilemmas or stuck places. Our work often focuses on making sense of their inner world, easing old shame, and moving through life with a clearer, more grounded connection to themselves and others.
I support adults and emerging adults who often feel out of place—too much, not enough, or struggling with their sense of belonging. Many are neurodivergent, gifted, deeply feeling, or part of the LGBTQIA+ community, navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, or cultural identity challenges. Some come seeking a companion in their self-reflection, wanting clarity around dilemmas or stuck places. Our work often focuses on making sense of their inner world, easing old shame, and moving through life with a clearer, more grounded connection to themselves and others.
Many clients who show up are often feeling dissatisfied with something in their lives - whether it relates to themselves or something around them. They often come looking for potential directions when they are unsure of where to go or what to think of next, or if they find themselves stuck in between seemingly impossible choices.
I have helped my clients by providing a space where they can safely reflect on their experiences. They are further empowered by discussing and exploring different perspectives related to their thoughts, beliefs, and feelings, and how these play a role in their lives which helps their personal growth.
Many clients who show up are often feeling dissatisfied with something in their lives - whether it relates to themselves or something around them. They often come looking for potential directions when they are unsure of where to go or what to think of next, or if they find themselves stuck in between seemingly impossible choices.
I have helped my clients by providing a space where they can safely reflect on their experiences. They are further empowered by discussing and exploring different perspectives related to their thoughts, beliefs, and feelings, and how these play a role in their lives which helps their personal growth.
I am a registered social worker with extensive knowledge in child development through a trauma-informed lens. I have 10 years of varied experience working with children, youth and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship challenges, self-esteem struggles, life transitions, emotion regulation and help them break negative self-talk and unhealthy habits. I draw from CBT, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for teens (MBSR-T), Trauma-Informed Care and Brief Solution-Focused Therapy. Additionally, I can effectively help with challenges related to learning disabilities and ADHD.
I am a registered social worker with extensive knowledge in child development through a trauma-informed lens. I have 10 years of varied experience working with children, youth and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship challenges, self-esteem struggles, life transitions, emotion regulation and help them break negative self-talk and unhealthy habits. I draw from CBT, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for teens (MBSR-T), Trauma-Informed Care and Brief Solution-Focused Therapy. Additionally, I can effectively help with challenges related to learning disabilities and ADHD.
Accepting new Clients! My areas of focus include working with individuals experiencing anxiety and depression, adjustment disorder, stress, burnout, difficulty regulating emotions and difficult life transitions. My clients often come with ongoing stress from their personal and professional lives, with very different ideas about how to manage them. Some find that just talking to a neutral, supportive individual is helpful in itself; others come looking for specific coping skills or goals for their personal improvement.
Accepting new Clients! My areas of focus include working with individuals experiencing anxiety and depression, adjustment disorder, stress, burnout, difficulty regulating emotions and difficult life transitions. My clients often come with ongoing stress from their personal and professional lives, with very different ideas about how to manage them. Some find that just talking to a neutral, supportive individual is helpful in itself; others come looking for specific coping skills or goals for their personal improvement.
You may notice you’re not connecting to yourself or others in a way that you want to be. You may be wondering about patterns that are showing up in relationships, with romantic partners, family members, friends or with colleagues. As your therapist I aim to create a safe(r) space for you to feel connected. I want to get to know you and your experiences in the world. I will work with you with compassion and care. My hope is to build an environment where you can be curious with yourself.
You may notice you’re not connecting to yourself or others in a way that you want to be. You may be wondering about patterns that are showing up in relationships, with romantic partners, family members, friends or with colleagues. As your therapist I aim to create a safe(r) space for you to feel connected. I want to get to know you and your experiences in the world. I will work with you with compassion and care. My hope is to build an environment where you can be curious with yourself.
High-performing adults, especially those who grew up in immigrant households or as “glass children”, often carry wounds that remain unseen. In childhood, survival required adapting to competing internal messages: "be less, take up no space" and at the very same time, "be more, prove your worth". These internalized voices, though once protective, often turn into patterns of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and a relentless pressure to perform. Outwardly, you succeed. Inwardly, the cost is profound- an exhaustion that borders on emptiness, a quiet ache that is hard to name, and a disconnection not only from others, but from the Self.
High-performing adults, especially those who grew up in immigrant households or as “glass children”, often carry wounds that remain unseen. In childhood, survival required adapting to competing internal messages: "be less, take up no space" and at the very same time, "be more, prove your worth". These internalized voices, though once protective, often turn into patterns of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and a relentless pressure to perform. Outwardly, you succeed. Inwardly, the cost is profound- an exhaustion that borders on emptiness, a quiet ache that is hard to name, and a disconnection not only from others, but from the Self.
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