Therapists in Toronto, ON
Michelle Liu - Interracial and EFT Couples Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, BA
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you struggling to connect emotionally with your partner? You may often feel like you’re worlds apart in understanding each other. These feelings can be magnified for those in an inter-racial couple, where you’re constantly negotiating your own identity, in addition to your identity as a couple, amongst the other challenges and responsibilities in your life. As someone who identifies as BIPOC, I have lived experience in navigating these worlds. I can help you begin to put the pieces of the puzzle that each of you brings to the relationship together- to create a beautiful picture of your future as a couple.
Are you struggling to connect emotionally with your partner? You may often feel like you’re worlds apart in understanding each other. These feelings can be magnified for those in an inter-racial couple, where you’re constantly negotiating your own identity, in addition to your identity as a couple, amongst the other challenges and responsibilities in your life. As someone who identifies as BIPOC, I have lived experience in navigating these worlds. I can help you begin to put the pieces of the puzzle that each of you brings to the relationship together- to create a beautiful picture of your future as a couple.
We can’t be on top of everything - so that’s why reaching out and asking for help is healthy and necessary. In business, love or life, it’s hard to show up well if you aren’t aware of your unconscious habits. I’ll help you get a better understanding of yourself and the people around you so you can create the life you want to live. I also work with couples to figure out what’s getting in the way of your connection.
We can’t be on top of everything - so that’s why reaching out and asking for help is healthy and necessary. In business, love or life, it’s hard to show up well if you aren’t aware of your unconscious habits. I’ll help you get a better understanding of yourself and the people around you so you can create the life you want to live. I also work with couples to figure out what’s getting in the way of your connection.
Benjamin Rubinoff
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MSc, BSc, OGC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5S
Are you seeking a greater understanding of yourself and your relationships? Do you face challenges with directing your attention towards your goals and values? Are you grappling with a difficult life transition? I offer a non-judgmental space to explore these issues and more. My focus areas include depression, anxiety, men’s mental health, relationship/family issues, values & ambitions, LGBTQ2IA+ mental health, ADHD/neurodivergence, meaning, and creativity & artistic practice. Working together, we can explore new perspectives, build resilience, and create meaningful change for a more fulfilling and joyful life.
Are you seeking a greater understanding of yourself and your relationships? Do you face challenges with directing your attention towards your goals and values? Are you grappling with a difficult life transition? I offer a non-judgmental space to explore these issues and more. My focus areas include depression, anxiety, men’s mental health, relationship/family issues, values & ambitions, LGBTQ2IA+ mental health, ADHD/neurodivergence, meaning, and creativity & artistic practice. Working together, we can explore new perspectives, build resilience, and create meaningful change for a more fulfilling and joyful life.
Katrin Mizrahi
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, LMFT, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California, a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario, and a Clinical Fellow of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. With over 20 years of clinical experience, I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families. My areas of focus include Interpersonal Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Anger Management, Parenting, ADHD, Trauma, Life Transitions, Loss and Grief.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California, a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario, and a Clinical Fellow of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. With over 20 years of clinical experience, I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families. My areas of focus include Interpersonal Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Anger Management, Parenting, ADHD, Trauma, Life Transitions, Loss and Grief.
Alejandra Penalosa
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MFT, CYW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I'm here to accompany you as you navigate through life and support all individuals, couples and families as they face changes or challenges; let's humanize living, the good, the bad, the doubts, the uncertainties, the transitions, and everything in between. Reaching out for help can feel scary and overwhelming, however through understanding you can process your emotions and heal, grow or transform situations. I aim to provide an open and trusting environment where you will find a safe space to freely express yourself, while providing support through evidence-based interventions and practical tools.
I'm here to accompany you as you navigate through life and support all individuals, couples and families as they face changes or challenges; let's humanize living, the good, the bad, the doubts, the uncertainties, the transitions, and everything in between. Reaching out for help can feel scary and overwhelming, however through understanding you can process your emotions and heal, grow or transform situations. I aim to provide an open and trusting environment where you will find a safe space to freely express yourself, while providing support through evidence-based interventions and practical tools.
I'm a Registered Psychotherapist with a Masters Degree in Psychology who has been practicing and studying Mindfulness for the past 25 years. I also have extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, and Mindfulness Based Meditation. Every therapeutic tool I use in our work together is something I use in my daily life so I can be at my best as a Father, Husband, Son, Brother, Friend, and Community Member. My approach to our work together is that of a collaboration between adults seeking to understand the best path for your Health and Happiness.
I'm a Registered Psychotherapist with a Masters Degree in Psychology who has been practicing and studying Mindfulness for the past 25 years. I also have extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, and Mindfulness Based Meditation. Every therapeutic tool I use in our work together is something I use in my daily life so I can be at my best as a Father, Husband, Son, Brother, Friend, and Community Member. My approach to our work together is that of a collaboration between adults seeking to understand the best path for your Health and Happiness.
My approach to therapy is centred around collaboration, where you take the lead in shaping your path to healing. I will offer insight and practical support to empower self-awareness and change, and prioritize empathetic listening to create a space where you feel seen, understood, and safe. My work as a crisis counsellor and educator at the YWCA opened my eyes to the importance of community healing and confronting the broader systemic factors that contribute to your well-being. Integrating social context into therapy will enrich your personal growth and care, and empower you to make meaningful changes in your life.
My approach to therapy is centred around collaboration, where you take the lead in shaping your path to healing. I will offer insight and practical support to empower self-awareness and change, and prioritize empathetic listening to create a space where you feel seen, understood, and safe. My work as a crisis counsellor and educator at the YWCA opened my eyes to the importance of community healing and confronting the broader systemic factors that contribute to your well-being. Integrating social context into therapy will enrich your personal growth and care, and empower you to make meaningful changes in your life.
Jenn Cardoso - Somatic Coaching + Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Navigating the complexities of relationships can be challenging and feel exhausting, but you don’t have to face them alone. Recognizing that you need support is a courageous and essential step toward deeper connection and a more meaningful life. As a therapist who specializes in relational issues, I'll skillfully guide you through each stage of the process, honoring the uniqueness of your background(s), identities, and values. Together, we’ll create an empowering, brave, and judgment-free space where your experiences, emotions, and aspirations can unfold.
Navigating the complexities of relationships can be challenging and feel exhausting, but you don’t have to face them alone. Recognizing that you need support is a courageous and essential step toward deeper connection and a more meaningful life. As a therapist who specializes in relational issues, I'll skillfully guide you through each stage of the process, honoring the uniqueness of your background(s), identities, and values. Together, we’ll create an empowering, brave, and judgment-free space where your experiences, emotions, and aspirations can unfold.
Hello and thank you for considering Psychotherapy (in general) and Psychotherapy with me. I provides confidential, talk-therapy to adults and parents in a safe environment where clients are supported to develop healthy self-perceptions, strengthen relationships, and uncover personal barriers to restore a sense of self. I consider life a continuous learning process where, with each passing day, we learn more about what we need in order to be the healthiest version of themselves.
Hello and thank you for considering Psychotherapy (in general) and Psychotherapy with me. I provides confidential, talk-therapy to adults and parents in a safe environment where clients are supported to develop healthy self-perceptions, strengthen relationships, and uncover personal barriers to restore a sense of self. I consider life a continuous learning process where, with each passing day, we learn more about what we need in order to be the healthiest version of themselves.
Toronto Talk Therapy
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, MBA, EMDR, CFST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome! I’m Michael Sa'd, a dedicated and compassionate Registered Social Worker specializing in individual and couple’s therapy. With over a decade of experience, I am empathetic, understanding, and supportive to help you navigate life's challenges and achieve meaningful personal growth. I utilize Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Counselling (SFT), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). I tailor my approach to meet your unique needs, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings.
Welcome! I’m Michael Sa'd, a dedicated and compassionate Registered Social Worker specializing in individual and couple’s therapy. With over a decade of experience, I am empathetic, understanding, and supportive to help you navigate life's challenges and achieve meaningful personal growth. I utilize Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Counselling (SFT), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). I tailor my approach to meet your unique needs, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings.
Life’s journey can bring us to moments that feel overwhelming, unfair, or just too much to handle alone. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, I believe in each person’s innate ability to grow and thrive. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your emotions, make sense of past experiences, and find the tools and resilience to face life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. I strive to create a welcoming, understanding environment that is rooted in empathy, aiming to make therapy a place where everyone feels genuinely understood.
Life’s journey can bring us to moments that feel overwhelming, unfair, or just too much to handle alone. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, I believe in each person’s innate ability to grow and thrive. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your emotions, make sense of past experiences, and find the tools and resilience to face life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. I strive to create a welcoming, understanding environment that is rooted in empathy, aiming to make therapy a place where everyone feels genuinely understood.
Meet Our Counsellors
As a trauma informed, EMDR-trained therapist, I treat you as a whole person—not just a diagnosis. I warmly acknowledge and affirm the vital aspects of your identity, including your race, gender, and sexual orientation. My approach is grounded in creating an honest and collaborative partnership where we work together to address your concerns, whether it’s processing trauma, navigating life’s transitions, or learning to regulate difficult emotions.
As a trauma informed, EMDR-trained therapist, I treat you as a whole person—not just a diagnosis. I warmly acknowledge and affirm the vital aspects of your identity, including your race, gender, and sexual orientation. My approach is grounded in creating an honest and collaborative partnership where we work together to address your concerns, whether it’s processing trauma, navigating life’s transitions, or learning to regulate difficult emotions.
Julia Balaisis
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, RP, OCT
Verified Verified
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Sometimes in life, we need a mentor, advocate or a careful, accepting and non-judgmental, yet skilled, listener for our thought and emotion processes. My intention as a therapist is to be there for you with a compassionate presence, contributing my expertise to help you access your needs, self-understanding and inner wisdom.
Where unconscious behaviours and unsuccessful life patterns impede access to fulfillment and happiness in life, I offer skills development for self-care, self-discovery and self-mastery. I welcome clients who experience emotional distress due to trauma, loss, anxiety, panic, low self-esteem, depression and relationship problems, providing skilled guidance and support.
Sometimes in life, we need a mentor, advocate or a careful, accepting and non-judgmental, yet skilled, listener for our thought and emotion processes. My intention as a therapist is to be there for you with a compassionate presence, contributing my expertise to help you access your needs, self-understanding and inner wisdom.
Where unconscious behaviours and unsuccessful life patterns impede access to fulfillment and happiness in life, I offer skills development for self-care, self-discovery and self-mastery. I welcome clients who experience emotional distress due to trauma, loss, anxiety, panic, low self-esteem, depression and relationship problems, providing skilled guidance and support.
Kristina Stephenson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RN
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Online Only
It takes courage to engage in therapy. By embarking on this journey, we create the potential for more satisfying connections with the people, places, and things we encounter in life. We can learn to better understand our emotions, thoughts, reactions, and common patterns of behaviour. With improved awareness, we are empowered to create the lives we desire.
It takes courage to engage in therapy. By embarking on this journey, we create the potential for more satisfying connections with the people, places, and things we encounter in life. We can learn to better understand our emotions, thoughts, reactions, and common patterns of behaviour. With improved awareness, we are empowered to create the lives we desire.
You’re not “broken.” You can heal. I believe it’s not your fault, even if you struggle to believe it. I offer a safe space where we’ll heal the root issues so you can make lasting change. We'll address your thoughts, emotions & neurobiology to heal all of you, allowing you to thrive in unexpected ways. The deep sense of peace, calm & joy on the other side of pain is something I want everyone to feel. I know there may be some worry & hesitation showing up right now. Know that I'm very comfortable to work with that. Rest assured, I’m dedicated to being the best I can be for you.
You’re not “broken.” You can heal. I believe it’s not your fault, even if you struggle to believe it. I offer a safe space where we’ll heal the root issues so you can make lasting change. We'll address your thoughts, emotions & neurobiology to heal all of you, allowing you to thrive in unexpected ways. The deep sense of peace, calm & joy on the other side of pain is something I want everyone to feel. I know there may be some worry & hesitation showing up right now. Know that I'm very comfortable to work with that. Rest assured, I’m dedicated to being the best I can be for you.
I believe that we learn, change and grow in relationship with ourselves and others. With this in mind, I view the therapeutic relationship as the cornerstone of our work together. This means that in our work together, you should feel like we are a good “fit,” and that you feel connected, understood, and like you can be your full self in therapy. We all come to therapy as human beings first, and I draw on my experience as a daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend to inform my lens in the therapeutic process.
I believe that we learn, change and grow in relationship with ourselves and others. With this in mind, I view the therapeutic relationship as the cornerstone of our work together. This means that in our work together, you should feel like we are a good “fit,” and that you feel connected, understood, and like you can be your full self in therapy. We all come to therapy as human beings first, and I draw on my experience as a daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend to inform my lens in the therapeutic process.
Asha Katz-Feinstein
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q), MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I am here to support you in your healing process so that you can live a joyful and vibrant life. Whether your pain has manifested as depression, anxiety, overwhelm, addictive tendencies, relationship or parenting challenges, or difficulty navigating a particular life transition, I will help you understand the why. My clients experience changes in their day-to-day lives, as well as profound shifts in their inner worlds. I also pay special attention to the wellbeing of your inner child; we live in a world with very little space for children to develop safely and wholly so most of still bear emotional wounds from our early development.
I am here to support you in your healing process so that you can live a joyful and vibrant life. Whether your pain has manifested as depression, anxiety, overwhelm, addictive tendencies, relationship or parenting challenges, or difficulty navigating a particular life transition, I will help you understand the why. My clients experience changes in their day-to-day lives, as well as profound shifts in their inner worlds. I also pay special attention to the wellbeing of your inner child; we live in a world with very little space for children to develop safely and wholly so most of still bear emotional wounds from our early development.
Hi! I am Tamar. I have a Master’s of Social Work degree from McGill University and am a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist. I have experience providing a range of clinical services, including individual and group psychotherapy, as well as family therapy to children, adolescents and their families. I draw on several therapeutic approaches in my practice such as Family Systems Theory, Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). I am passionate about working with children, adolescents and their families.
Hi! I am Tamar. I have a Master’s of Social Work degree from McGill University and am a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist. I have experience providing a range of clinical services, including individual and group psychotherapy, as well as family therapy to children, adolescents and their families. I draw on several therapeutic approaches in my practice such as Family Systems Theory, Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). I am passionate about working with children, adolescents and their families.
Aïda Retta | Anxiety, Codependency, & Self-Esteem
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. My name is Aïda. In my practice, I’m passionate about supporting people who struggle with anxiety, trust in relationships, codependency, and people-pleasing. I also work with those who’ve experienced emotional abuse, trauma, or complex childhoods where emotional support and safety were scarce.
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. My name is Aïda. In my practice, I’m passionate about supporting people who struggle with anxiety, trust in relationships, codependency, and people-pleasing. I also work with those who’ve experienced emotional abuse, trauma, or complex childhoods where emotional support and safety were scarce.
Do you feel stuck in unhealthy patterns, overwhelmed by life’s challenges, and unsure of how to move forward? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to navigate this journey by yourself. I offer a safe, compassionate space to freely explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences—without fear of judgment. We will collaborate to find the best treatment approach to be tailored to your unique needs-both current and future. You will feel supported in exploring challenges such as anxiety and depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, difficult life transitions and interpersonal relationships. I have training in treating trauma and addictions.
Do you feel stuck in unhealthy patterns, overwhelmed by life’s challenges, and unsure of how to move forward? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to navigate this journey by yourself. I offer a safe, compassionate space to freely explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences—without fear of judgment. We will collaborate to find the best treatment approach to be tailored to your unique needs-both current and future. You will feel supported in exploring challenges such as anxiety and depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, difficult life transitions and interpersonal relationships. I have training in treating trauma and addictions.
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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% | Coping Skills |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 65% | Green Shield Canada |
| 65% | SunLife |
| 63% | 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 |