Therapists in Whitby, ON

We are a group of clinical therapists who provide therapy for individuals, families and youth. As a mental health collective, we support our clients by using a holistic, nonjudgmental and warm approach. We believe in creating an environment where you feel comfortable and at ease.

If you are experiencing emotional challenges that are getting in the way of the things you want to do, going where you want to or just causing you discomfort, we can work together to get you feeling better again. Dealing with these feelings/difficulties can be overwhelming; so I want to help tap into your internal resources and strengths to meet your goals, relieve your distress and improve your coping skills. I use psychotherapy treatments that are heavily researched & effective (i.e. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness etc.) to treat depression, anxiety & other related emotional difficulties.

Helping people find ways to overcome hardships and barriers to wellness is my passion. Experiencing excessive worry, reliving past trauma, depression, and other life stressors, can make it difficult for us to live happy and fulfilling lives. With guidance and support from a trained therapist you can learn new ways of coping, and start working towards improving your quality of life.

* ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Childhood and Adolescence can be difficult even without a pandemic, and long wait lists have left our children and youth in need. I specialize in all aspects of childhood, tween and adolescence: the good, the bad and the UGLY! I provide support with the goal of strengthening everyone within the family unit, for optimal functioning. I believe in flexibility, creativity and have the understanding that the youth and their families are the experts. I also support adults with the same understanding of the importance of flexibility and openness.

As parents, we always want to do what we can to help our kids when they are struggling but sometimes we need to ask for expert help. I have great success helping children who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety. Through their sessions with me they are able to understand their symptoms and how to cope and this learning supports them throughout their life. I use evidenced based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) programs . These programs are also successful with youth and teens. I am committed to parent involvement as much as possible throughout the process because I know about how important your support it to their success.

Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Is it difficult to get through the work day? Do you fight with or avoid your partner? I am here to offer you support and a space to freely express yourself. Together we will identify your strengths through a safe and trusting relationship built on empathy and non-judgment. I have worked with youth, young adults, and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioural concerns, and low self-esteem. Through an integrative approach, we will find what gives you a meaningful and valued life. While I can provide coping tools, I believe you are the expert of your own life.

The transition to parenthood can be exciting, but can also bring on feelings of anxiety, overwhelm and doubt, and many mothers feel isolated, exhausted and alone. As moms, we've been there: struggling to conceive, postpartum anxiety, the desire to do everything “right”, the constant worry about baby and wondering if what you're feeling is normal. We work with individuals and couples in all phases of life, with a strong focus on the fertility, pregnancy, postpartum and parenting periods, and have received extensive Maternal Mental Health training and certification from Postpartum Support International in Perinatal Mental Health.

Are you having issues with self-esteem? Relationships? Friendships? School? Work? Or do you have a loved one who is struggling? Perhaps with some anxiety? Depression? Body image concerns? Disordered eating? Self-harm? Suicidal ideation? If any of this sounds familiar, I am so glad you are here. Navigating any of the concerns above is not easy, and it takes a lot of courage to reach out, show up, and begin the process of therapy.

Life often throws uncertainty and chaos your way. You may want help to ride the rollercoaster of overwhelming feelings and emotions. I provide 1:1 therapy for individuals, couples, and also premarital counseling. I use a practical and compassionate approach to help you deal with the complexities of life. It is okay to be where you are and feel what you are feeling.

Hello, my name is Dr. Tyler Kobayashi, and I am a registered psychologist in supervised practice at Psychological & Counselling Services Group (PCSG). I see clients at PCSG’s Ajax and Oshawa locations and offer my psychological services in both English and Japanese. I have over 10 years of experience providing therapeutic interventions in various clinical roles and capacities, working with diverse clients who have a wide range of clinical presentations including depression, anxiety, traumatic experiences, adjustment issues, complicated grief, and other mental health issues.

The ideal client, more than anything, wants change. The issues they struggle with may be difficult, but they are ready to start their recovery. This client knows themself well even if they don't yet know how to help themself, and can work collaboratively on recovery goals. They are willing to do the work with me, even when it gets tough. This client is able to meet weekly, is open to discussing their symptoms and problems and is ready to learn. They may have had a range of different challenges (eating disorders, depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, ASD, psychosis, trauma), but they are ready to face these challenges with me.

You know when life feels overwhelming, and sometimes its too hard to sort out everything that's happened and is happening? When you want to talk to someone, but feel like a burden so you're not sure where to turn. You want to feel better, you want to deal with all of those things that have happened in life and yet you don't know where to start. We can help, we have a team of therapists who have immediate availability. We work with teens through to adults, including first responders and their families. We believe in walking with you towards your goals, helping you learn healthy habits and reaching your full potential.

We all have mental health, and many of us struggle with mental health concerns at different points in our lives. It can feel like we are alone in our struggles, but this is far from the case! Reaching out for help can be a life-changing decision to help us cope, feel better, and realize that we're not alone. Whatever the issue is that you're dealing with, my goal is to meet you with non-judgement and create a safe, comfortable space where we can work together towards your goals.

Counselling is you giving yourself an opportunity to heal. Doing anything new is often scary and you may feel hesitant in taking this step. I would like to support you in taking this step to allow yourself the opportunity to build insight and heal from trauma, or create boundaries in overly challenging and complex relationships. I use a collaborative approach with the use of Cognitive-Behaviourial Therapy (CBT), Strength-Based and Solution-Focused Therapy that is culturally sensitive to offer the support you desire in-order to move towards your goal to have the life and relationships that you desire.

My name is Michelle and I created The Relationship Agency because I know that we all do better when we have authentic, insightful, and secure relationships. Most couples who come to me are dealing with frequent arguing, a lack of trust, and a feeling like they don't know each other at all. They wonder where the love is gone and don't know what to do. When ADHD is present, they're fighting over the mess around the house, parenting, and everything in between and living with deep stress, sadness, and anxiety. My individual clients struggle with big life questions and the impacts of ADHD, they're trying their best but underperforming.

Are you struggling in your relationship? I help couples re-discover the intimacy that can go missing at certain times, with the goal of building a stronger foundational future, despite the issues that have created conflict.