Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Ontario

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* I help people struggling with anxiety/depression develop strategies to help them feel even 1% better/less stressed day by day. Client's have told me that thinking about their wellness journey in these smaller 1% steps is less overwhelming. Those 1%'s will start to add up! I am easy to talk to and down to earth. If you aren't sure what happens in therapy, give me a call! I would be happy to explain the process to you. The consultation is a great time to do a quick "vibe check" to see if we click and if you like my approach. If I am not the right fit for you, I will help connect you to someone who can help you!

Accepting New Clients for both in-person and virtual services! We are a team of Psychologists and Registered Psychotherapists with specific training in a variety of evidence-based counselling and therapy approaches. Our services include individual psychotherapy, couples therapy and sex therapy. We work with a wide range of presenting concerns including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, mood disorders, low self-esteem, assertiveness, panic attacks, stress, self-criticism, health anxiety, family-of-origin concerns, histories of trauma, relationship difficulties and sexual difficulties.

Living in survival mode is exhausting & I know it took a lot of energy to get here. I support folks looking for new ways to cope with distressing symptoms related to trauma, depression & anxiety. If you are struggling with anger, grief or major life transitions, this is not something you need to do alone & I can be with you while we bring understanding & compassion to what you're experiencing. I also offer Sex Therapy for individuals with concerns such as desire discrepancies, erectile dysfunction, pain, sexual trauma & understanding kink identity.

If you are considering therapy, you have already started down your path to self discovery and healing. You will find a safe and non judgmental space with me that fosters empathy, validation and empowerment. I strive to a build a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship with you. You are the expert in your own life and I am here to understand your experiences and support you in making meaningful and lasting changes. I am very passionate about therapy; it is a privilege to be part of your journey.

Therapy for ADHD, Anxiety, Anger, and Eating Disorders. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) working with adults and teens on a variety of presenting concerns including ADHD, Anger, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, and Interpersonal and Coping Skills. I use an integrated, client-centered approach to helping my clients, and strive to tailor sessions to your goals, needs, and unique context. I am passionate about working with a diverse client population, therefore, my practice welcomes differing communities (i.e., LGBTQ2S+, Sex-Positive, Nonmonogamy, Body Positivity, etc.).

I am queer-identified, non-monogamous/poly, sex positive and strive to offer an open-minded, comfortable, safe(r) space to process trauma. I offer online Trauma Therapy for folks who have experienced sexual, religious, physical and emotional abuse and/or neglect. Trauma can make us feel powerless. By gaining an understanding of how trauma works, we can take our power back and begin to heal. I believe that healing from trauma means that the intensity and frequency of the trauma symptoms decrease and have less of an impact on our quality of life. You can learn to walk alongside your trauma, instead of against it.

The decision to access counselling is a personal one. Whether you've been to a counsellor before, or you are just starting to explore the options, thank you. Not just for reading this - but for taking the time to look into what is available and what may be right for you. People generally come to therapy for a reason, such as a specific event that they would like to discuss, or to work through uncomfortable emotions. Together, we can prioritize goals, explore and work through issues, develop new coping strategies, and create a plan to determine next steps.

I believe that our lives are best lived with a sense of purpose, and my purpose is to be of service to others. As such I work with people to help support them in identifying and addressing their challenges and assist them with being present in their lives. I am grateful to work with: First Responders addressing work, incurred trauma and personal issues related to their service. Persons who identify as part of the LGBTQ +, Kink and ENM communities in a culturally sensitive and sex positive environment. An important focus of my practice is working with men regarding their sexual health/functioning. Especially post cancer diagnosis.

Hello! My name is Jessica (she/her), and I am a queer & neurodivergent therapist and artist. My background is in art therapy and I believe in the powerful healing that can come from expressing yourself through creation.

As a trans woman, I am particularly passionate about working with members of marginalized groups. I have a keen interest LGBTQ+ issues, those dealing with gender identity concerns, sexuality concerns, and those with experience in the sex work industry. I practice from a sex-positive/ kink -aware perspective.

Stardust is a queer-owned collective of mental health workers trying to make counselling more accessible and affirming to folks experiencing systemic oppression. All of our team members have lived experience with mental health issues and/or neurodivergence, and we recognize the role that oppression plays in causing and aggravating mental health stuff. We work from a trauma-informed, intersectional and social justice-focused framework. We believe in harm reduction and are strongly sex and sex-worker positive, kink positive, familiar with non-traditional relationship dynamics, body-positive, and anti-capitalist.

If you and your partner are going through a tough time in your relationship, you're not alone. Many couples find themselves stuck in difficult patterns, unsure of how to shift things. Whether you wish to address sex, your emotional connection or questions about your relationship style, I can help. It is possible to change your patterns and create the connection you want.

Hello. My practice specializes in issues with sexuality, sexual dysfunction, infidelity, infertility, couple dynamics and the often connected feelings of anxiety, depression and shame. I offer respectful, judgment free compassionate care to clients experiencing troubling emotions and behaviours and work to release and heal feelings of guilt/fear/hurt related to sexual dysfunction, intimacy and identity. I work extensively with both individuals and couples in the areas of high/low sexual desire, arousal/orgasm disorders and Erectile Dysfunction, among others. My practice is LGBTQIA2S+ Kink and Ethical non-monogamy supportive.

At Allura, we know and understand that sexuality is one of the most fun but complicated parts of humanity, while also one of the hardest to find a safe and non-judgmental space to speak openly about. Do you feel overwhelmed when you think about your sexuality, sex life, or relationship? Do you wish for more connection and excitement with your partner? Do you sometimes feel stress or anxiety fill your life? We can help with that. Our clients are professionals, parents, sometimes monogamous and sometimes polyamorous, LGBTQ+ - but they all share one thing in common: they are struggling with their sexuality in some way.

However you are arriving at therapy, I welcome you. My work focuses on the way early relationships impact who we are in the present and how we see ourselves – in relationship with others, with ourselves, in the world. Do we know our needs and how to get them met? How are our protective strategies helping or hindering us? How might we deepen connection with others and ourselves so that we might find greater safety, trust, joy, healing and equilibrium as we move through the world?

Becoming a therapist has been an intentional journey that is the direct result of a desire to collaboratively facilitate healing in myself and others. It is difficult to be in the world right now and the impending fear and anxiety around us can contribute to feelings of overwhelm and a sense of disconnect from ourselves and others. This might have us feeling hopeless, isolated or 'stuck'. Our work together will foster the resilience and self-compassion needed to weather these storms and to recognize and celebrate the wisdom found in the struggle.

Do you feel stuck, either within yourself or with someone you're close to, and wonder what is holding you back? You desire being your true self and communicating authentically. Whether it's just you, or you with a loved one(s), I'd like to help you untie those knots and find beautiful movement. I thrive working with motivated folks through: +Self-discovery & boundaries +Exploration of sex, erotic templates & gender, with self or in relationship +Development of skills in communication & interpersonal connection +Psychedelic integration +Unweaving the tangles & finding alignment with your values. Expect laughs, tears, & aha's!

Are you better off now than you were three years ago? If the answer is no, it's time to invest in yourself. Why waste another three years stuck in feelingsSS of shame, blame, & lacking motivation, clarity, or fulfillment. We may not be able to change the past, but we can make sense cycles impacting the quality of your life. Together we engage in a simple process of 1) gathering information to uncover what’s most meaningful to you 2) we make sense of that information to uncover the the real issue and 3) we identify contextual factors & deep rooted trauma hindering your potential, and leaving you feeling disconnected.

The world is changing, and we can all feel and see it. The value of taking care of our mental health is becoming increasingly important, as we become more aware of our past and as we step into our future together. You may be feeling anxious, depressed, confused, lost, or you may simply not know how to feel or what to feel. You may have difficulty communicating. You may be feeling good but just want to explore yourself or are curious to grow in unique and different ways. Maybe you are having relationship issues, or maybe you want to reconnect to spirituality. These are all wonderful reasons to talk to a counsellor.