Personality Disorders Therapists in Central Toronto, Toronto, ON

Something is wrong, but we can't quite grasp what. We search for a better understanding of ourselves in order to solve our emotional and psychological discontent. We think about the events of the day, relationships, childhood and the past. Still, something doesn't seem right. We act and feel in ways that create discord. I provide psychotherapy for people who are interested in looking for the deeper meaning behind the discomfort in their lives. The goal is to be able to have more meaningful relationships, fulfilling work and societal contributions, as well as the capacity to bear the difficulties that are part of living fully.

I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology, practicing in the areas of clinical and counselling psychology. I offer an initial assessment consisting of a comprehensive clinical interview and self-report questionnaires is conducted to determine your needs and goals for treatment. I have been trained in many modalities of assessment and psychotherapy. My approach to therapy is integrative “every client has his/her own therapy depend on their needs” including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness And psychodynamic informed psychotherapy.

Are you struggling to cope with experiences of trauma or abuse? I provide a safe and warm environment to support you to uncover and address the symptoms of your trauma, such as emotional distress, intrusive memories or flashbacks, harmful behaviours and unhealthy relationship patterns. I will help you to establish safety and stabilization in your body, environment and emotions and, in time, come to terms with your experience. I also offer psycho-educational therapeutic support to individuals who have used abuse towards their intimate partners around the development of insight, accountability and behavioural change.

It’s important that you feel supported while navigating the ebbs and flows of life. With curious attention and compassion, I aim to create a space for you to feel seen, heard, and valued. I work collaboratively with clients to build a strong sense of self-understanding and self-connection by exploring new perspectives, practicing awareness, and letting go of disruptive patterns. Common themes include acute or major life stressors, chronic stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, reduced self-worth, and difficult or unstable relationships.

As a clinician, I maintain a solution-focused approach while incorporating different strategies tailored to each client’s unique needs. These include mindfulness and acceptance-based as well as existential-humanistic therapeutic techniques. This means I believe each individual has the capacity for self-awareness and choice and that I focus on helping each client find meaning in lived experiences. I have experience working with late adolescents to older adults, with both individuals and couples. I primarily work with young adults, who are faced with varying life challenges including, depression, anxiety, stress and psychosis.

Most people begin therapy in crisis. My new clients experience relief. I often hear how important it is to finally find someone safe to talk to. They're impressed at how I listen deeply and remember what they've said. They feel value in the space I hold and begin to trust and hope that lasting change is possible. My experienced clients are thankful to have a compassionate guide willing to go into the darkest places to shine light on what is most troubling. We then work together toward new understanding and creating a better way to live and relate.

10+ years experience with passion for my work, with a non-judgmental, warm approach. Focused on a balance of guided reflection and practical strategies/skills. Helping clients discover skills to change unhealthy types of thinking, behaviour and emotions. With specialization in mood disorders, anger management, anxiety, interpersonal issues, life transitions, grief/loss, healing from trauma, relationship issues and managing emotions. Weekend and evening appointments available!

Parisa is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) currently completing her practicum placement with CBT Associates and her Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology through Yorkville University. Working from an evidenced-based framework using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Person-Centered/Humanistic Therapy, Parisa works with adults experiencing a variety of mood disorders, including anxiety, depression, burnout, and stress as well as insomnia, chronic pain, PTSD, and body image issues.

I believe that 'meeting people where they are' forms the basis of a strong therapeutic relationship. I work at creating a nonjudgmental, safe, and comfortable space where people can be themselves and talk about difficult issues. I am skilled at understanding what people are really asking for and explores how each person's unique skills and talents can be used to create positive and sustainable change. I have significant experience working with individuals, couples and families, and takes pride in my ability to connect in a genuine way with a variety of clients, tailoring my approach in a way that best honours client’s abilities.

I provide virtual service to teens and adults aged 15 and older and specialize in working with women who want to build a compassionate, healthy relationship with themself. I am experienced in providing treatment for Anxiety Disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder, impulsive behaviours, mood disorders, and others, by teaching skills like self compassion, distress tolerance and mindfulness. I bring humour, compassion and skills expertise to our individual sessions and groups. I accept where you are and will help guide you towards the changes you would like to see by accessing your own strengths and wisdom.

I work with people who are quite conscious of their issues and have a strong drive to address them. Together we invent a unique therapeutic environment designed to take you towards permanent, satisfying change, and to equip you to stay stable and enjoy life with a minimum of ongoing therapeutic support. There is no issue too strange or too dark, because you have come by the effects of your life circumstances honestly and creatively. Longstanding patterns like anxiety, depression and fear can be substantially altered when we enable your own healing power, strengths and skills to emerge to your advantage.

Sarah Ahmed completed her undergraduate degree in Psychology and Masters of Social Work degree from University of Toronto, specializing in Mental Health and Addictions. Sarah has worked with a diverse clientele within a multitude of clinical inpatient and outpatient settings. Sarah provides individual and group counselling to individuals suffering from mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, coupled with co-occurring substance use issues. Additionally, Sarah also provides support for loved ones on how to sustain healthy relationships and manage life stressors.

As an individual therapist practicing at the Centre for Psychology and Emotional Health, I adopt a warm, collaborative, and strengths-based approach that will encourage you to draw from the wisdom of your unique life experiences to make deep and lasting improvements in your overall well-being, relationship functioning, motivation, health, and resilience. I provide evidence-based treatments, including Emotion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I am currently completing the final stages of my PhD in Clinical Psychology and Graduate Diploma in Health Psychology at York University.

My practice focuses on assisting individuals who struggle with problematic sexual behaviour and/or thoughts. Specifically, I focus on helping people with two types of concerns, hypersexuality (also known as sexual addiction) and paraphilias (atypical sexual interests) - for example pedophilia, exhibitionism, or voyeurism. Regardless of the path you have taken to seeking out therapy, my goal is to create a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental space for you to determine how best to move forward.

We are all on a journey to become our best selves... but most of us can't accomplish that alone. Therapy helps people who are stuck in their suffering break through to more satisfying ways of being and ways of relating to others. I can help you develop greater mastery in addressing a wide variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem and shame, stress, grief/bereavement, relationship dissatisfaction, sexual identity, problematic substance use, living with HIV and other chronic illnesses, and lack of purpose or meaning in life.

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 am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and I have completed my Master’s in Counselling Psychology & Psychotherapy at the University of Toronto. Growing up in South Africa has afforded me an enriched opportunity to live in a diverse setting where people come together from different walks of life. My previous volunteer experiences in Neurology wards in public hospitals in Cape Town has also allowed me to work with many ethnically and racially diverse individuals of which I am very grateful.

You want to make changes in your life or relationships and have noticed that there are emotions, thoughts,​ and behaviors that seem to be difficult to manage and understand on your own. You want to pursue deeper more meaningful connections, to become more effective at managing your mood, to find balance and strengthen your self-esteem, and to understand why certain patterns keep repeating. You may be ready to dive in, or hesitant to begin, but you’ve come to a place of knowing that a step has to be taken to support your journey.

EBT3 is a team of culturally competent professionals who provide high-quality psychological services including therapy and assessment. These services are evidence-based, meaning they have been proven to work based on rigorous scientific research. Therapy is usually short-term, focuses on specific problems, and takes into account clients' circumstances and preferences when setting and achieving goals. Clients are also active participants in therapy along with their therapists. We work with individuals, couples, families and groups. We are LGBTQ2S positive

My practice is focused on helping individuals struggling with various forms of distress such as depression, anxiety, and trauma. I help them to understand the nature and context of their distress and to utilize strategies that will support them to make substantial changes to how they think, feel, act and relate. I also help couples establish more adaptive ways of relating to each other to promote deeper levels of trust, intimacy, safety, and security.