Trauma Focused Therapists in Toronto, ON
I’m a Toronto-based psychotherapist (MSW, RSW) with over 13 years of experience providing trauma therapy for adults and couples. I specialize in relational trauma, complex trauma (C-PTSD), anxiety, and grief. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling unseen, dismissed, or disconnected from themselves and others. Together, we work to gently rebuild safety, self-trust, and connection, within yourself and in your relationships.
I’m a Toronto-based psychotherapist (MSW, RSW) with over 13 years of experience providing trauma therapy for adults and couples. I specialize in relational trauma, complex trauma (C-PTSD), anxiety, and grief. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling unseen, dismissed, or disconnected from themselves and others. Together, we work to gently rebuild safety, self-trust, and connection, within yourself and in your relationships.
You may feel like you're at a turning point. Old strategies aren't working the way they used to, and something needs to change. You may be feeling overwhelmed, struggling with stress, relationship difficulties, substance use, disordered eating, or a sense that you've lost connection with yourself. Perhaps you're experiencing racing thoughts at night or difficulty falling or staying asleep. Therapy offers a space to slow down and make sense of what you're experiencing. This process can help build greater self-worth, self-understanding, and a deeper sense of comfort within yourself and your relationships.
You may feel like you're at a turning point. Old strategies aren't working the way they used to, and something needs to change. You may be feeling overwhelmed, struggling with stress, relationship difficulties, substance use, disordered eating, or a sense that you've lost connection with yourself. Perhaps you're experiencing racing thoughts at night or difficulty falling or staying asleep. Therapy offers a space to slow down and make sense of what you're experiencing. This process can help build greater self-worth, self-understanding, and a deeper sense of comfort within yourself and your relationships.
Do you feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, self-doubt, or intrusive thoughts? Maybe you’re exhausted from overthinking, constantly second-guessing yourself, or feeling like you’ll never be “good enough.” Perhaps fear is keeping you from fully engaging in life—whether in relationships, work, or daily routines. You might struggle with overwhelming emotions, perfectionism, or feeling disconnected from yourself. Whatever you’re facing, you don’t have to go through it alone. I help people break free from these patterns, regain confidence, and find relief. Let’s start your journey toward change.
Do you feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, self-doubt, or intrusive thoughts? Maybe you’re exhausted from overthinking, constantly second-guessing yourself, or feeling like you’ll never be “good enough.” Perhaps fear is keeping you from fully engaging in life—whether in relationships, work, or daily routines. You might struggle with overwhelming emotions, perfectionism, or feeling disconnected from yourself. Whatever you’re facing, you don’t have to go through it alone. I help people break free from these patterns, regain confidence, and find relief. Let’s start your journey toward change.
ThriveWell is anti-oppressive, anti-racist, trauma-focused and we use an integrated and holistic approach to all that we do!
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious or down? Do negative beliefs, experiences or pain feel like daily events? Does hurt from the past seem to replay itself? Are you navigating rough waters with school, work, relationships or life? ThriveWell Counselling, in the Annex, is here to help you confidently live a more peaceful life, both inside & out! ThriveWell has a number of counsellors taking new clients, in-person in Toronto, and online across Ontario, as well as counsellors-in-training that offer high-quality support at reduced rates.
ThriveWell is anti-oppressive, anti-racist, trauma-focused and we use an integrated and holistic approach to all that we do!
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious or down? Do negative beliefs, experiences or pain feel like daily events? Does hurt from the past seem to replay itself? Are you navigating rough waters with school, work, relationships or life? ThriveWell Counselling, in the Annex, is here to help you confidently live a more peaceful life, both inside & out! ThriveWell has a number of counsellors taking new clients, in-person in Toronto, and online across Ontario, as well as counsellors-in-training that offer high-quality support at reduced rates.
Are you a member of the LGBTQ2IA+ community and looking to develop a more loving and compassionate relationship with yourself? Are you being held back by your past, anxiety, or self-esteem issues while fighting an uphill battle to achieve the life that you want? Do you ever wonder if life should really be this hard? As members of the LGBTQ2IA+ community, we are experiencing increasing rates of problematic anxiety, self-esteem issues, and trauma. Although I see many clients who struggle with these issues, each of their stories are different, and each person requires and deserves special attention in order to be met where they’re at.
Are you a member of the LGBTQ2IA+ community and looking to develop a more loving and compassionate relationship with yourself? Are you being held back by your past, anxiety, or self-esteem issues while fighting an uphill battle to achieve the life that you want? Do you ever wonder if life should really be this hard? As members of the LGBTQ2IA+ community, we are experiencing increasing rates of problematic anxiety, self-esteem issues, and trauma. Although I see many clients who struggle with these issues, each of their stories are different, and each person requires and deserves special attention in order to be met where they’re at.
Tired of feeling unseen in your most important relationships, constantly working to do more, be more, and offer more - while somehow still feeling directionless or stuck in old patterns? I love working with folks who, like me, are neurodivergent, queer, and politically minded. Those trying to figure out how to live, love, and stay connected in a world that often feels like A LOT. They're often the people others see as competent, insightful, and self-aware while privately they’re wrestling with self-worth, feeling disconnected or using humour and intellectualizing to sidestep the pain.
Tired of feeling unseen in your most important relationships, constantly working to do more, be more, and offer more - while somehow still feeling directionless or stuck in old patterns? I love working with folks who, like me, are neurodivergent, queer, and politically minded. Those trying to figure out how to live, love, and stay connected in a world that often feels like A LOT. They're often the people others see as competent, insightful, and self-aware while privately they’re wrestling with self-worth, feeling disconnected or using humour and intellectualizing to sidestep the pain.
You've come to the right place. Whatever brought you here, I'm glad you're here. In our first session, we’ll talk about what’s bringing you in, what you’re hoping to change, and what support feels right for you. From there, we’ll build a plan that fits your goals and pace.
Clients tell me they appreciate that I: help them feel understood, offer insights that help them see things differently, and provide tools they can use in real life. I customize each session to your needs, whether you’re looking for structured tools or help processing your emotions and your behavioral patterns.
You've come to the right place. Whatever brought you here, I'm glad you're here. In our first session, we’ll talk about what’s bringing you in, what you’re hoping to change, and what support feels right for you. From there, we’ll build a plan that fits your goals and pace.
Clients tell me they appreciate that I: help them feel understood, offer insights that help them see things differently, and provide tools they can use in real life. I customize each session to your needs, whether you’re looking for structured tools or help processing your emotions and your behavioral patterns.
Our family-focused clinic provides counselling for adults, couples, children, and families. Our mental health team is experienced in supporting anxiety, stress, depression, addictions, grief, ADHD, autism, OCD, life transitions, athletes, relationship challenges, and more. Many of our therapists are experienced supporting children and youth, including parent counselling. We use a supportive, non-judgemental approach for those looking for immediate relief from stressful situations to those seeking long-term support for more complex challenges.
Our family-focused clinic provides counselling for adults, couples, children, and families. Our mental health team is experienced in supporting anxiety, stress, depression, addictions, grief, ADHD, autism, OCD, life transitions, athletes, relationship challenges, and more. Many of our therapists are experienced supporting children and youth, including parent counselling. We use a supportive, non-judgemental approach for those looking for immediate relief from stressful situations to those seeking long-term support for more complex challenges.
Life doesn’t always fall apart in obvious ways. Sometimes it keeps moving while something inside feels heavy, disconnected, or quietly overwhelming. I work with teens and adults who are looking for space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with themselves. Therapy here is warm, steady, and supportive, without pressure to have clear answers or the “right” words. This is a space where you can show up as you are, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what’s been weighing on you beneath the surface.
Life doesn’t always fall apart in obvious ways. Sometimes it keeps moving while something inside feels heavy, disconnected, or quietly overwhelming. I work with teens and adults who are looking for space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with themselves. Therapy here is warm, steady, and supportive, without pressure to have clear answers or the “right” words. This is a space where you can show up as you are, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what’s been weighing on you beneath the surface.
I offer psychotherapy for adults struggling with issues like: Depression, Anxiety, Chronic pain, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Life transition issues.
I offer psychotherapy for adults struggling with issues like: Depression, Anxiety, Chronic pain, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Life transition issues.
Websites like this can feel overwhelming. First, it can be hard to sort through the titles: counsellor, therapist, psychotherapist, psychologist? And what's the difference anyway? See if this helps. I'm a guide. The questions we explore together create a kind of map. The map helps you see your life more clearly. All humans need a map at some point. We feel lost or stuck. We try to change direction. We might wonder what's wrong with us and why we can't be more like other people - people who seem to find life so much easier.
Websites like this can feel overwhelming. First, it can be hard to sort through the titles: counsellor, therapist, psychotherapist, psychologist? And what's the difference anyway? See if this helps. I'm a guide. The questions we explore together create a kind of map. The map helps you see your life more clearly. All humans need a map at some point. We feel lost or stuck. We try to change direction. We might wonder what's wrong with us and why we can't be more like other people - people who seem to find life so much easier.
I provide assessment and evidence-based treatment to adolescents and adults. I specialize in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based treatment approaches for a variety of difficulties, including: mood and anxiety disorders, insomnia, emotion regulation difficulties, chronic pain, trauma, and other stress-related conditions. I work collaboratively with clients in developing individualized treatment plans to address their goals. I strive to create a supportive and non-judgmental environment to facilitate therapeutic change.
I provide assessment and evidence-based treatment to adolescents and adults. I specialize in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based treatment approaches for a variety of difficulties, including: mood and anxiety disorders, insomnia, emotion regulation difficulties, chronic pain, trauma, and other stress-related conditions. I work collaboratively with clients in developing individualized treatment plans to address their goals. I strive to create a supportive and non-judgmental environment to facilitate therapeutic change.
High-achieving but anxious? I help ambitious women calm anxiety, ease burnout, and find success in dating and relationships. You’re successful but exhausted. You know you've gotten passed over because you've appeared anxious in interviews and presentations. When it comes to dating, the anxiety follows you there too. You might feel drained by situationships and second-guess every texts. Maybe you avoid dating because you’re too drained, but you also want to have a real relationship. The loneliness and stress creep in and you wish you had better coping. Throw in imposter syndrome and overwork and you wonder why your chest hurts.
High-achieving but anxious? I help ambitious women calm anxiety, ease burnout, and find success in dating and relationships. You’re successful but exhausted. You know you've gotten passed over because you've appeared anxious in interviews and presentations. When it comes to dating, the anxiety follows you there too. You might feel drained by situationships and second-guess every texts. Maybe you avoid dating because you’re too drained, but you also want to have a real relationship. The loneliness and stress creep in and you wish you had better coping. Throw in imposter syndrome and overwork and you wonder why your chest hurts.
I work with individuals and couples. My approach is rooted in trauma-informed, client- centered work using integrative modalities and evidence-based approaches. Together we can build on your strengths, known and unknown. Many clients seek support for anxiety, building confidence, stuckness, existential angst, relationship dynamics and challenges, life transitions (life-cross roads, gender, sexuality, loss, grief, change), 2SLGBTQ+ themes including gender identity and overall support. Recognizing, understanding and working on pathways through the complex layers of life with support is the collaborative process I aim to engage.
I work with individuals and couples. My approach is rooted in trauma-informed, client- centered work using integrative modalities and evidence-based approaches. Together we can build on your strengths, known and unknown. Many clients seek support for anxiety, building confidence, stuckness, existential angst, relationship dynamics and challenges, life transitions (life-cross roads, gender, sexuality, loss, grief, change), 2SLGBTQ+ themes including gender identity and overall support. Recognizing, understanding and working on pathways through the complex layers of life with support is the collaborative process I aim to engage.
Accepting new psychotherapy clients!
Whether you are looking to learn new coping skills, searching for support in reaching your goals, seeking self-reflection and growth, or simply a judgment-free space to be vulnerable, I am happy to offer that for you!
I support people experiencing low mood or mood disorders, anxiety, stress, and a variety of other experiences and diagnoses. Feel free to reach out if you have questions!
Accepting new psychotherapy clients!
Whether you are looking to learn new coping skills, searching for support in reaching your goals, seeking self-reflection and growth, or simply a judgment-free space to be vulnerable, I am happy to offer that for you!
I support people experiencing low mood or mood disorders, anxiety, stress, and a variety of other experiences and diagnoses. Feel free to reach out if you have questions!
I wholeheartedly believe that all people are valuable and powerful inherently - that there is a deep knowing, an inner wise being, in all of us. At times it can be challenging to access this inner wisdom, especially when barriers such as racism, systemic oppression, and trauma stand in our way.
As a Registered Psychotherapist and Art Therapist, I work with adults, youth, and families navigating trauma, neurodiversity, identity exploration, burnout, and life transitions.
I wholeheartedly believe that all people are valuable and powerful inherently - that there is a deep knowing, an inner wise being, in all of us. At times it can be challenging to access this inner wisdom, especially when barriers such as racism, systemic oppression, and trauma stand in our way.
As a Registered Psychotherapist and Art Therapist, I work with adults, youth, and families navigating trauma, neurodiversity, identity exploration, burnout, and life transitions.
I work with adults and couples to help them move towards a state of continued growth, compassion, and self-awareness in a way that is collaborative, strengths-based, and empowering. I believe in creating a client-therapist relationship that fosters authenticity, support, and space for both acceptance, and for change. This can begin in our very first session. Together, we can begin to tease apart the adaptive approaches to dealing with and moving through life you've grown accustomed to, and begin to decipher which of these patterns are serving you, and which you may be interested in moving beyond.
I work with adults and couples to help them move towards a state of continued growth, compassion, and self-awareness in a way that is collaborative, strengths-based, and empowering. I believe in creating a client-therapist relationship that fosters authenticity, support, and space for both acceptance, and for change. This can begin in our very first session. Together, we can begin to tease apart the adaptive approaches to dealing with and moving through life you've grown accustomed to, and begin to decipher which of these patterns are serving you, and which you may be interested in moving beyond.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, trauma, or chronic stress? Are you struggling with depression, burnout, chronic illness, pain, or major life transitions? You may also be facing work pressures, relationship stress, family responsibilities, and difficulty coping day to day. Perhaps you're having trouble concentrating, managing emotions, or finding direction.
You're not alone - and psychotherapy can help.
I provide evidence-based treatment to help adults manage difficult emotions, clarify life challenges, and build coping strategies to create meaningful changes in both personal and professional areas.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, trauma, or chronic stress? Are you struggling with depression, burnout, chronic illness, pain, or major life transitions? You may also be facing work pressures, relationship stress, family responsibilities, and difficulty coping day to day. Perhaps you're having trouble concentrating, managing emotions, or finding direction.
You're not alone - and psychotherapy can help.
I provide evidence-based treatment to help adults manage difficult emotions, clarify life challenges, and build coping strategies to create meaningful changes in both personal and professional areas.
My practice is rooted in the belief that every individual’s journey is unique. Drawing from my lived experience as the daughter of first-generation Asian immigrants, I provide a safe space informed by anti-oppressive and culturally sensitive values. I understand the weight of navigating multiple identities and aim to help my clients process these experiences with clarity, compassion, and a deep respect for their heritage.
My practice is rooted in the belief that every individual’s journey is unique. Drawing from my lived experience as the daughter of first-generation Asian immigrants, I provide a safe space informed by anti-oppressive and culturally sensitive values. I understand the weight of navigating multiple identities and aim to help my clients process these experiences with clarity, compassion, and a deep respect for their heritage.
Perfectionism, people pleasing, chronic worry, anxiety, low self-esteem, self-criticism, and depression are some of the problems that lead clients to connect with me. The struggle to feel "good enough" or to treat yourself with kindness. Are you a high performer, athlete/former, student, or helping professional? I am passionate about helping young and older adults to build self-compassion, self-trust, and acceptance; to safely process difficult or traumatic events; to move together through grief and sadness; and to learn effective coping strategies to manage the mental health symptoms that can get in the way of living a full life.
Perfectionism, people pleasing, chronic worry, anxiety, low self-esteem, self-criticism, and depression are some of the problems that lead clients to connect with me. The struggle to feel "good enough" or to treat yourself with kindness. Are you a high performer, athlete/former, student, or helping professional? I am passionate about helping young and older adults to build self-compassion, self-trust, and acceptance; to safely process difficult or traumatic events; to move together through grief and sadness; and to learn effective coping strategies to manage the mental health symptoms that can get in the way of living a full life.
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