Therapists in Toronto, ON

Our family-focused clinic provides counselling for adults, couples, children, and families. We offer a variety of group therapy options taking place every couple of months. Our diverse team is experienced in supporting anxiety, stress, depression, anger management, addictions, grief, ADHD, OCD, life transitions, relationship challenges, and more. Child and youth therapy can be working one-on-one or parent counselling. We use a supportive, non-judgemental approach for those looking for immediate relief from stressful situations to those seeking long-term support for more complex challenges.

Are you seeking relief, clarity and well-being? Realigning your inner strengths and creating the balance you desire and deserve in your life is achievable! Stressful relationships (personal, family, work), loss, depression, anxiety, anger and conflict are some things I can assist you with. I can help you with being focused and grounded and, ultimately, more present. Being present, with yourself and others, is the only place from which you can make effective, conscious, lasting choices and changes. During 24 years in private practice I've had the privilege of working with many people of different ages, personalities and backgrounds.

Psychotherapy, life coaching and/or couples counselling can help you: Enhance confidence, self-esteem and well-being Improve the quality of your life Reduce stress, increase productivity, develop peace of mind Get more energy, time, passion and focus Take control of daily stress Reach your potential and goals Love your work Have lasting relationships, Personal freedom Find and sustain personal and professional success, wealth and happiness. Are you tired of just being listened to by counselors and ready to move on with your life?

In my sessions I follow your emotions to discover what is most important to you and identify what might be missing or keeping things stuck. I then help you to clarify your goals and progress toward them. My style is warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental, and I approach each of my clients and their concerns with curiosity, thoughtfulness, and respect. I provide in-person and virtual individualized treatment by drawing from different therapeutic approaches, including Emotion-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Mindfulness.

With years of experience, I provide individual counselling to youth, young adults, and adults experiencing intrapersonal challenges such as feelings of anxiety, low mood/depression, low self-worth, difficult life transitions, grief and loss, as well as interpersonal challenges with friends, family, partners, and peers. Using a supportive, exploratory, client-centered approach I support and guide the individual in exploring and connecting to their experiences and emotions in a safe space with a focus on positive and meaningful change.

I desire to support people in living with meaningful and satisfying connections to themselves, others, and the world at large because I believe we each have a purpose. Yet sometimes our lives unfold in ways that not only surprise us but also interfere with us, resulting in experiences of anxiety, depression, overwhelm, and dissatisfaction at multiple levels. I believe that in being known and understood we are best positioned to be strengthened in ways that heal and enable us to live with vitality.

As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), I'm here to support you on your journey. I believe everyone is unique, and I provide a safe and understanding space for you to explore your feelings and thoughts. Using different helpful techniques, I work with you to meet your specific needs and goals. Over the years, I've seen how therapy can make a big difference in people's lives. I've helped others through tough times and important life changes. I've learned that people are strong and resilient, and I'm dedicated to being there for you.

Are you looking to better manage your emotions, shift unhelpful thoughts, patterns & behaviours? Do you feel overwhelmed by current challenges or past pain? Feel disconnected? Want a better relationship with yourself & others? I'm dedicated to helping people gain both the insights & skills that empower them to lead more satisfying lives. Most of my clients face challenges with: depression, anxiety, trauma (Complex & PTSD), substance abuse, self-harm, suicidality, eating & body-image, intense emotions (eg. anger, shame), self-esteem, grief, life transitions, & relationships. Many also have a history of interpersonal trauma.

When did becoming an adult get so tough? Do you ever feel like you woke up one day, and even though you followed all the steps you were supposed to, you continue to feel overwhelmed with anxieties about your life and the future? Did pressures from your family and friends lead you into a career path that you don’t love or a relationship that is unfulfilling, and now you’re wondering how to get your life back? I understand what it is like to reach a certain stage in life and feel misguided, unsupported, and unsure of yourself.

Finding one's way in today's world can be very challenging and leave us feeling anxious, depressed, or with just a vague feeling that all is not as it should be. By working with the classic approach of Jungian analysis we can find creative solutions to keeping our uniqueness and humanity in the face of the demands of the external aspect of life, such as jobs and relationships, thereby gaining a greater sense of inner stability and authenticity.

In the fast-paced world we live in today, many of us are struggling to keep up. Feeling overwhelmed and disconnected has become an unfortunate norm. Depression, anxiety, relationship issues abound as we struggle to find a way through it all. It is vital to find the space and time to reconnect with ourselves, our families and the world around us. Therapy can help us to find our way back. My work is to help you to reconnect to yourself and those around you. I work with families, children, couples and individuals to build and repair connections.

Hello, my name is Heather. I am a dedicated, skilled, and compassionate Registered Social Work Therapist with a proven commitment to enhancing the well-being of individuals and families. I strive to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment to facilitate insightful discussions, healing, personal growth, and positive change. I believe the individual is the expert in their life, and through a collaborative and empathetic connection, I seek to foster the awareness, appreciation, and utilization of client’s own strengths. My approach is based on cultivating resilience, self-advocacy, and empowerment.

Your mental health is important but finding the right therapist can be difficult, which is why I offer a free 15-minute phone/video consultation. My approach to therapy is flexible and adaptive to meet your individual needs. It centers around self-awareness, self-acceptance, and a collaborative partnership between therapist and client. My role as a therapist is to listen, support, provide skills and perspective, and encourage you to take important steps towards self-betterment.

Are you feeling depressed? Anxious? Lacking a feeling of self-worth? Scared of what’s coming next? Struggling in your relationships? Feeling stuck and powerless?

I appreciate that asking for help and sharing lived experiences are whole-hearted actions. It is a privilege for me to provide individual therapy to adolescents and adults during times of great distress, change, and loss. Clients often describe a loss of meaning and purpose in their lives, overcome by confusing and messy emotions that sabotage their functioning. Some clients are acutely aware of their compromised quality of life whereas others would describe chronic life conditions. My areas of specialization include anxiety, psychological trauma, depression, grief and bereavement, terminal illness, and chronic illness.

Are you caught in a repetitive pattern, engaging in harmful behaviours? Does your life feel consumed by managing these impulses or suppressing them? If you struggle to understand why you do the things you do, you might be feeling frustrated and confused and searching for answers that will finally make a difference. Addictions, eating disorders and other compulsive behaviours serve as invitations to delve deeper into the layers of ourselves that are asking for healing and attention. Maybe these are unprocessed experiences from early-on, or current stresses and challenges. I believe that recovery is possible and available to all.

At the Therapy Centre, Shankari provides individual, couple, and family therapy for adults. Her areas of interest and proficiency include diagnostic assessment and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depressive and bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, assertiveness, stress and burnout, anger management, and personality disorders. She has a particular interest in the treatment of PTSD, trauma- and stressor-related disorders, and the variety of individual and interpersonal sequelae of traumatic experiences.

I recognize that sometimes what we truly need is the space to express ourselves, our emotions and our fears, but this can be both scary and vulnerable. My aim is to create a safe and secure space where we can openly confront fears together and then learn new ways to overcome them. I have an extensive experience with anxiety and depression, bereavement and stress management and specialize with self-esteem work, life transitions and lack of motivation. I have worked in and am comfortable with both short and long-term counselling in both private work and within a group setting.

I believe that the most important stories are the ones we tell ourselves. At times in our lives, these stories can cause us to get stuck, be led off course, or feel overwhelmed by our emotions. I see therapy as a space to understand and explore the impact of our thoughts, beliefs, and actions on our emotional experience. Through this exploration, you can gain a greater understanding of yourself and learn valuable skills to improve your mental health. I aim to work collaboratively with my clients to help them engage in this process and to achieve meaningful and lasting change.