Therapists in Toronto, ON
In my experience, we come for therapy looking for a more meaningful life and stronger connections with ourselves and others, whatever our age, culture, or how difficult our situation. Our work with dreams, imaginative play and art can help you do this by bringing you closer to your centre and nurturing the habit of listening to the deep knowing within that you can trust.
In my experience, we come for therapy looking for a more meaningful life and stronger connections with ourselves and others, whatever our age, culture, or how difficult our situation. Our work with dreams, imaginative play and art can help you do this by bringing you closer to your centre and nurturing the habit of listening to the deep knowing within that you can trust.
Are you finding it difficult to connect with your partner? Do you often feel like your relationship is lacking the closeness and joy you once shared? Are the arguments getting more frequent or intense? It can feel painful and lonely to be so far apart from where you once where and from where you want to be. Trying to navigate life events together while struggling to communicate can leave you feeling uncertain and disconnected and like you're growing more and more apart over time. Many couples today face hurdles that strain their bond. Couples therapy can help you identify the root of the challenges you face and help you re-connect.
Are you finding it difficult to connect with your partner? Do you often feel like your relationship is lacking the closeness and joy you once shared? Are the arguments getting more frequent or intense? It can feel painful and lonely to be so far apart from where you once where and from where you want to be. Trying to navigate life events together while struggling to communicate can leave you feeling uncertain and disconnected and like you're growing more and more apart over time. Many couples today face hurdles that strain their bond. Couples therapy can help you identify the root of the challenges you face and help you re-connect.
Naseem Daniel Rine-Reesha
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4E
I offer therapy that draws from psychoanalytic and dynamic traditions. Our sessions together will explore the questions, difficulties, and significant experiences that you encounter in life—in your relationships, at work, or in moments when no one else is watching—with the aim of providing insight and fostering personal growth. Whether you’re in the midst of a painful crisis now or just looking for some insights into your unique responses to life, psychoanalytic therapy provides a powerful lens to help you understand where you are and find a path forward.
I offer therapy that draws from psychoanalytic and dynamic traditions. Our sessions together will explore the questions, difficulties, and significant experiences that you encounter in life—in your relationships, at work, or in moments when no one else is watching—with the aim of providing insight and fostering personal growth. Whether you’re in the midst of a painful crisis now or just looking for some insights into your unique responses to life, psychoanalytic therapy provides a powerful lens to help you understand where you are and find a path forward.
Welcome! Every one of us has grown and been shaped by the relationships we have had and continue to have throughout our lives. Along this path, there may have been pain, anxiety, grief, loss, and joy. Perhaps you are searching for support with depression or loss, or anxiety, or the sense that something isn’t as you wish it to be in your life and relationships. Let's work together to find a path out of your distress. In therapy, building the space for acceptance and curiosity, for compassion and repair, is what heals. My focus: anxiety, life transitions, young adults, parenting challenges, post-partum, trauma, grief.
Welcome! Every one of us has grown and been shaped by the relationships we have had and continue to have throughout our lives. Along this path, there may have been pain, anxiety, grief, loss, and joy. Perhaps you are searching for support with depression or loss, or anxiety, or the sense that something isn’t as you wish it to be in your life and relationships. Let's work together to find a path out of your distress. In therapy, building the space for acceptance and curiosity, for compassion and repair, is what heals. My focus: anxiety, life transitions, young adults, parenting challenges, post-partum, trauma, grief.
Are you looking for a diagnosis and medication? As a Nurse Practitioner specializing in ADHD, addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, and borderline personality disorder I can diagnose and prescribe medication to ensure you have the best chance at feeling your best. I also offer Ketamine sessions in office if appropriate.
I have been working in the mental health field for over 15 years and teach Nurse Practitioners at University of Toronto in their Post-NP program topics in Mental Health.
I take the time to ensure you understand your diagnois, its possible root causes and impacts and empower you with choices for treatment.
Are you looking for a diagnosis and medication? As a Nurse Practitioner specializing in ADHD, addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, and borderline personality disorder I can diagnose and prescribe medication to ensure you have the best chance at feeling your best. I also offer Ketamine sessions in office if appropriate.
I have been working in the mental health field for over 15 years and teach Nurse Practitioners at University of Toronto in their Post-NP program topics in Mental Health.
I take the time to ensure you understand your diagnois, its possible root causes and impacts and empower you with choices for treatment.
I've spent 40 years helping people to address depression, anxiety, addiction to substances or behaviours, ADHD, procrastination, relationship problems, difficult life choices, and self-esteem concerns. I'm experienced in addressing problematic behaviours and their impacts on relationships. My services are accessible and affordable. I work via videoconferencing, phone and messaging. For my ADHD clients I run a monthly group, as well as weekly coworking groups to help with productivity.
I've spent 40 years helping people to address depression, anxiety, addiction to substances or behaviours, ADHD, procrastination, relationship problems, difficult life choices, and self-esteem concerns. I'm experienced in addressing problematic behaviours and their impacts on relationships. My services are accessible and affordable. I work via videoconferencing, phone and messaging. For my ADHD clients I run a monthly group, as well as weekly coworking groups to help with productivity.
Sara Ahmadzadeh
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M2N
Reaching out for support is a courageous step, and I commend you for taking it. Many of us have been taught to suppress our emotions—told that anger is unacceptable, sadness is weakness, and vulnerability should be avoided. But what if we allowed ourselves to fully experience these emotions instead? I believe that feeling deeply and authentically is vital for growth. Emotions, happy or sad, are messages from within, guiding us toward self-understanding. In our work together, I will provide a space where you can explore your emotions, honor your experiences, and discover the strength that comes from embracing your true self.
Reaching out for support is a courageous step, and I commend you for taking it. Many of us have been taught to suppress our emotions—told that anger is unacceptable, sadness is weakness, and vulnerability should be avoided. But what if we allowed ourselves to fully experience these emotions instead? I believe that feeling deeply and authentically is vital for growth. Emotions, happy or sad, are messages from within, guiding us toward self-understanding. In our work together, I will provide a space where you can explore your emotions, honor your experiences, and discover the strength that comes from embracing your true self.
As the co-owner of The Well Parents Centre (since 2019) and a registered Clinical and Health Psychologist (since 2013), I am honoured to help parents and aspiring parents. I offer individual therapy and couples therapy, with a specific focus on infertility, loss, pregnancy, postpartum, and the early years of parenting. Some of the issues we work on include improving mood, anxiety, adjustment, and relationships. My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and more, and can be described as non-judgemental, practical, and often humorous.
As the co-owner of The Well Parents Centre (since 2019) and a registered Clinical and Health Psychologist (since 2013), I am honoured to help parents and aspiring parents. I offer individual therapy and couples therapy, with a specific focus on infertility, loss, pregnancy, postpartum, and the early years of parenting. Some of the issues we work on include improving mood, anxiety, adjustment, and relationships. My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and more, and can be described as non-judgemental, practical, and often humorous.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Understanding how our mind and body function to serve and protect us is fundamental in attaining a sense of peace in life, achieving personal growth, regaining health, and healing. Self-discovery and awareness grows from exploration of our physical and emotional state changes, in response to life events and triggers. By partnering with our body and becoming curious about what our symptoms and often 'conflicting' inner parts are communicating to us, we can change and shape the way we experience life. Understanding our 'self' is the first step to regaining an internal sense of safety and well-being.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Understanding how our mind and body function to serve and protect us is fundamental in attaining a sense of peace in life, achieving personal growth, regaining health, and healing. Self-discovery and awareness grows from exploration of our physical and emotional state changes, in response to life events and triggers. By partnering with our body and becoming curious about what our symptoms and often 'conflicting' inner parts are communicating to us, we can change and shape the way we experience life. Understanding our 'self' is the first step to regaining an internal sense of safety and well-being.
Hello! I'm glad you're here! I believe that therapy should be a human experience where individuals feel supported in exploring vulnerable parts of themselves at their own pace and on their own terms. During our time together you can expect compassion, curiosity, lots of metaphors and a little bit of humour. Whatever you may be struggling with, I am here to help you gain a deeper understanding of who you are and develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself. I offer sessions online, over the phone and in person in Barrie, Ontario
Hello! I'm glad you're here! I believe that therapy should be a human experience where individuals feel supported in exploring vulnerable parts of themselves at their own pace and on their own terms. During our time together you can expect compassion, curiosity, lots of metaphors and a little bit of humour. Whatever you may be struggling with, I am here to help you gain a deeper understanding of who you are and develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself. I offer sessions online, over the phone and in person in Barrie, Ontario
Malaka Hakim has a Doctorate in Medicine and a Master's of Arts in Counselling Psychology. She is an active member of the CRPO and a certified Clinical Traumatologist. Malaka helps clients with their stress, anxiety, depression, substance-use, anger management, behavioral issues, ADHD, ASD, along with other mental health disorders. She also works with a multitude of different approaches, including client -centered, ACT, Trauma-Focused CBT, DBT, MI, EFT, and strength based therapy. Malaka’s authentic personality, paired with a genuine respect for others allows her to work with clients that encounter varying degrees of challenges.
Malaka Hakim has a Doctorate in Medicine and a Master's of Arts in Counselling Psychology. She is an active member of the CRPO and a certified Clinical Traumatologist. Malaka helps clients with their stress, anxiety, depression, substance-use, anger management, behavioral issues, ADHD, ASD, along with other mental health disorders. She also works with a multitude of different approaches, including client -centered, ACT, Trauma-Focused CBT, DBT, MI, EFT, and strength based therapy. Malaka’s authentic personality, paired with a genuine respect for others allows her to work with clients that encounter varying degrees of challenges.
Meet Our Counsellors
Life can present challenges that are difficult to navigate alone–the good news is that you don't have to tackle them on your own. If you're ready to explore what's holding you back, deepen your self-awareness, and embark on a journey toward creating lasting change, I’m here to walk alongside you to help you find clarity, foster insight, and build resilience. Each person’s story is unique, and my approach to therapy reflects that; whether you’re looking for more immediate symptom relief or long-term personal growth,
Life can present challenges that are difficult to navigate alone–the good news is that you don't have to tackle them on your own. If you're ready to explore what's holding you back, deepen your self-awareness, and embark on a journey toward creating lasting change, I’m here to walk alongside you to help you find clarity, foster insight, and build resilience. Each person’s story is unique, and my approach to therapy reflects that; whether you’re looking for more immediate symptom relief or long-term personal growth,
I am a PhD candidate in Clinical Psychology and an RP (Qualifying) focusing on long-term psychoanalytic psychotherapy. You can find some basic information on this therapeutic method on my website.
I am a PhD candidate in Clinical Psychology and an RP (Qualifying) focusing on long-term psychoanalytic psychotherapy. You can find some basic information on this therapeutic method on my website.
Eleni Ionides - Addictions Specialist
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, CCAC, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P
Are you stuck in old behavior patterns and unable to move forward? Is your substance use interfering with your life and goals? Choosing the right therapist for you is essential to the success of your recovery. I am a Canadian Certified Addictions Counsellor (C.C.A.C) with over 10 years experience in the field of addictions in both inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. I completed my BA in Psychology from the University of Western Ontario and my Post Graduate Diploma in Addictions Treatment and Prevention from Georgian College.
Are you stuck in old behavior patterns and unable to move forward? Is your substance use interfering with your life and goals? Choosing the right therapist for you is essential to the success of your recovery. I am a Canadian Certified Addictions Counsellor (C.C.A.C) with over 10 years experience in the field of addictions in both inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. I completed my BA in Psychology from the University of Western Ontario and my Post Graduate Diploma in Addictions Treatment and Prevention from Georgian College.
Kaleigh Trace
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that our relationships can be sites of powerful healing. As a therapist it is an honour to work alongside couples and families as their relationships - to one another, to others, to themselves - transform. It is through this transformation that we come to better understand ourselves and create new ways of being that are more compassionate, empathetic and generative.
I believe that our relationships can be sites of powerful healing. As a therapist it is an honour to work alongside couples and families as their relationships - to one another, to others, to themselves - transform. It is through this transformation that we come to better understand ourselves and create new ways of being that are more compassionate, empathetic and generative.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stuck because of anxiety, depression, or trauma? Don't know where to start? You don’t have to figure it out alone. Together, we can work to identify the underlying causes of your challenges and build strategies for lasting change.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stuck because of anxiety, depression, or trauma? Don't know where to start? You don’t have to figure it out alone. Together, we can work to identify the underlying causes of your challenges and build strategies for lasting change.
Looking for not just a therapist, but the right therapist? Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, indecision or low mood? You’re not alone, and you definitely don’t have to navigate it alone. I take a realistic, down-to-earth approach to therapy, creating a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we’ll work to uncover the root of your intrusive thoughts, separate them from grounded thinking, and develop coping strategies to ease your anxiety. My goal is to help you reclaim the mental space that anxiety is filling, so you can focus on what truly matters. Let's take that first step together.
Looking for not just a therapist, but the right therapist? Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, indecision or low mood? You’re not alone, and you definitely don’t have to navigate it alone. I take a realistic, down-to-earth approach to therapy, creating a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we’ll work to uncover the root of your intrusive thoughts, separate them from grounded thinking, and develop coping strategies to ease your anxiety. My goal is to help you reclaim the mental space that anxiety is filling, so you can focus on what truly matters. Let's take that first step together.
I’m a therapist who sees the WHOLE picture when I work with people. I understand the connection between our emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical health, and I work with all of these parts wholistically when I work with you. I’m interested in understanding the root causes of your problems to help you make meaningful changes in your life, so I always utilize a trauma-informed approach in my work. Whatever brings you to therapy, my goal is to help find you the best support to address your problem. My approach is informed by Western and Indigenous ways of knowing to help bring a wholistic perspective to your healing journey.
I’m a therapist who sees the WHOLE picture when I work with people. I understand the connection between our emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical health, and I work with all of these parts wholistically when I work with you. I’m interested in understanding the root causes of your problems to help you make meaningful changes in your life, so I always utilize a trauma-informed approach in my work. Whatever brings you to therapy, my goal is to help find you the best support to address your problem. My approach is informed by Western and Indigenous ways of knowing to help bring a wholistic perspective to your healing journey.
Since 2012, I have supported individuals and couples to deal with anxiety, depression, grief, workplace stress, major life transitions, relationship and self-esteem issues, and existential issues related to finding meaning and purpose in life. I have also helped couples having problems with communication and intimacy and to repair after injuries, such as affairs and betrayals. I can help you overcome the barriers that are preventing you from living a more fulfilling and meaningful life, to become more secure and resilient, and to strengthen your relationships.
Since 2012, I have supported individuals and couples to deal with anxiety, depression, grief, workplace stress, major life transitions, relationship and self-esteem issues, and existential issues related to finding meaning and purpose in life. I have also helped couples having problems with communication and intimacy and to repair after injuries, such as affairs and betrayals. I can help you overcome the barriers that are preventing you from living a more fulfilling and meaningful life, to become more secure and resilient, and to strengthen your relationships.
Aly Bird | Grief Specialist
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MScPl, MACP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6G
Has someone really important in your life died? Someone that you never imagined having to live without? I know that the death of a significant person in your life can be devastating. Even worse, they might have been the person who would comfort you in your toughest moments and now they're gone. Grief in this magnitude can be destabilizing and leave you to wonder if you're going to be able to survive the relentlessness of it all. If you've tried avoiding the pain or "acting normal" but it hasn't worked, I can give you the space and guidance to come apart and then help you put yourself back together in a different and meaningful way.
Has someone really important in your life died? Someone that you never imagined having to live without? I know that the death of a significant person in your life can be devastating. Even worse, they might have been the person who would comfort you in your toughest moments and now they're gone. Grief in this magnitude can be destabilizing and leave you to wonder if you're going to be able to survive the relentlessness of it all. If you've tried avoiding the pain or "acting normal" but it hasn't worked, I can give you the space and guidance to come apart and then help you put yourself back together in a different and meaningful way.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Toronto, ON
3,000+
Average cost per session
$160
Counsellors in Toronto, ON who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 87% | Depression |
| 84% | Relationship Issues |
| 84% | Self Esteem |
| 79% | Stress |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 70% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 65% | Green Shield Canada |
| 65% | SunLife |
| 64% | Manulife |
How Counsellors in Toronto, ON see their clients
| 51% | In Person and Online | |
| 49% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 81% | Female | |
| 17% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |