LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Pointe-Claire, QC
I also specialize in supporting individuals that are part of the LGBTQIA+ community through identity-affirming care.
Do you ever feel stuck in your thoughts, as if your mind just won’t slow down? Maybe you overthink, worry you’re not doing enough, or feel drained from constantly putting others first. As a neurodivergent social worker, I know these feelings all too well. My goal within my counselling practice is to support you in your journey to feel more present and grounded in your life. While placing an emphasis on strengthening one's mind-body connection, I'll provide a space where you can feel understood without judgment, explore your emotions safely, and start building confidence and resilience to cope with everyday stressors.
I also specialize in supporting individuals that are part of the LGBTQIA+ community through identity-affirming care.
Do you ever feel stuck in your thoughts, as if your mind just won’t slow down? Maybe you overthink, worry you’re not doing enough, or feel drained from constantly putting others first. As a neurodivergent social worker, I know these feelings all too well. My goal within my counselling practice is to support you in your journey to feel more present and grounded in your life. While placing an emphasis on strengthening one's mind-body connection, I'll provide a space where you can feel understood without judgment, explore your emotions safely, and start building confidence and resilience to cope with everyday stressors.
Taking the step to seek therapy is a powerful move that demonstrates strength and resilience. I'm here to provide expert support as you navigate this journey. As a licensed psychologist specializing in adult and couples therapy, I utilize evidence-based techniques to address challenges such as depression, anxiety, tough relationships, life transitions, and sexual health.
Taking the step to seek therapy is a powerful move that demonstrates strength and resilience. I'm here to provide expert support as you navigate this journey. As a licensed psychologist specializing in adult and couples therapy, I utilize evidence-based techniques to address challenges such as depression, anxiety, tough relationships, life transitions, and sexual health.
Hi there! I work with individuals 14 years and older experiencing various concerns such as anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, panic attacks, self-esteem, stress, and relational issues. I also help clients navigate through life transitions and personal challenges in order to develop healthy coping strategies.
Hi there! I work with individuals 14 years and older experiencing various concerns such as anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, panic attacks, self-esteem, stress, and relational issues. I also help clients navigate through life transitions and personal challenges in order to develop healthy coping strategies.
As a clinical social worker with 12+ years of experience, I work with individuals, couples and families dealing with various life stressors. I specialized in Anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationship issues, burn-out, bereavement and loss, racism, and immigration issues. I believe in empowering people through a person-centered and collaborative approach, creating a safe space that is filled with empathy, compassion, and love. I provide services in English and French.
As a clinical social worker with 12+ years of experience, I work with individuals, couples and families dealing with various life stressors. I specialized in Anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationship issues, burn-out, bereavement and loss, racism, and immigration issues. I believe in empowering people through a person-centered and collaborative approach, creating a safe space that is filled with empathy, compassion, and love. I provide services in English and French.
Anxiety can make us feel stuck, but there is hope. YOU REALLY CAN HAVE A LIFE OF PEACE, LOVE, JOY AND HAPPINESS: I can support you in your journey of making changes that will allow you to understand the reasons why you are having difficulty in moving forward. I will challenge your thought process in making the changes that will have a great impact on your life. I use a client-centered, strength-based approach where we explore these challenges and uncover your coping skills that support you in making the necessary changes. I am solution focussed and will provide you with tools and strategies to use when facing challenges .
Anxiety can make us feel stuck, but there is hope. YOU REALLY CAN HAVE A LIFE OF PEACE, LOVE, JOY AND HAPPINESS: I can support you in your journey of making changes that will allow you to understand the reasons why you are having difficulty in moving forward. I will challenge your thought process in making the changes that will have a great impact on your life. I use a client-centered, strength-based approach where we explore these challenges and uncover your coping skills that support you in making the necessary changes. I am solution focussed and will provide you with tools and strategies to use when facing challenges .
Having 10+ years in the Health and Social Services Network and the community sector, I have been working with children, adolescents and their families in an effort to create healthy relationships. In addition I also strive to help children, teens and parents through their personal and family issues, work to defuse family conflict. I aim to help each individual who walks through my door to help them develop their personal growth. I create a judgment free and empathetic space so that you feel respected and heard. I take pride in my in knowing that each person that I meet achieves their goals.
Having 10+ years in the Health and Social Services Network and the community sector, I have been working with children, adolescents and their families in an effort to create healthy relationships. In addition I also strive to help children, teens and parents through their personal and family issues, work to defuse family conflict. I aim to help each individual who walks through my door to help them develop their personal growth. I create a judgment free and empathetic space so that you feel respected and heard. I take pride in my in knowing that each person that I meet achieves their goals.
If you are on this site, chances are that life's challenges have made you feel like you have no way out. Perhaps you are feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed by situations at home or at work. Change begins with understanding and support. You have already begun your journey by searching this site and I encourage you take the next step. Together we can help you feel more hopeful and fulfilled. Please take a look at my website at www.danielamaltauro.com (or click on the Visit my Homepage link above) to learn more about me and my approach.
If you are on this site, chances are that life's challenges have made you feel like you have no way out. Perhaps you are feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed by situations at home or at work. Change begins with understanding and support. You have already begun your journey by searching this site and I encourage you take the next step. Together we can help you feel more hopeful and fulfilled. Please take a look at my website at www.danielamaltauro.com (or click on the Visit my Homepage link above) to learn more about me and my approach.
With growth and development, come new obstacles and challenges. I am here to help guide you along the way. I work primarily with families, couples, children and adolescents and specialize in supporting clients with a multitude of issues. People are resilient and capable of living fulfilled lives. Given an environment that is respectful and supportive even those who have felt stuck or hopeless can find their way.
With growth and development, come new obstacles and challenges. I am here to help guide you along the way. I work primarily with families, couples, children and adolescents and specialize in supporting clients with a multitude of issues. People are resilient and capable of living fulfilled lives. Given an environment that is respectful and supportive even those who have felt stuck or hopeless can find their way.
Life can sometimes feel like a lot to handle, leaving us stressed, anxious, and disconnected from ourselves and others. I work with individuals from all walks of life who are dealing with everyday stress, life changes, and personal challenges. It is common to struggle with things like low self-esteem, trying to please others, constant worry, or perfectionism. As a trauma-informed therapist, I offer a safe and supportive space where we can work through these struggles together, helping you reconnect with yourself, build confidence, and find a way forward—no matter how tough things may seem.
Life can sometimes feel like a lot to handle, leaving us stressed, anxious, and disconnected from ourselves and others. I work with individuals from all walks of life who are dealing with everyday stress, life changes, and personal challenges. It is common to struggle with things like low self-esteem, trying to please others, constant worry, or perfectionism. As a trauma-informed therapist, I offer a safe and supportive space where we can work through these struggles together, helping you reconnect with yourself, build confidence, and find a way forward—no matter how tough things may seem.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life.
I completed my clinical training at Université de Montréal. I also received specialized training in sex and couples therapy at the Allan Memorial Clinic. Presently, I am a member of the Order of Psychologists of Quebec. Throughout those years of training up until today, I have gained extensive experience in treating individuals and couples with sexual and relational difficulties, personality issues, as well as problems with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and self-identity. I have studied cognitive behavioural, dialectical, humanistic, mindfulness, and acceptance and commitment therapy, all of which are described on my website.
I completed my clinical training at Université de Montréal. I also received specialized training in sex and couples therapy at the Allan Memorial Clinic. Presently, I am a member of the Order of Psychologists of Quebec. Throughout those years of training up until today, I have gained extensive experience in treating individuals and couples with sexual and relational difficulties, personality issues, as well as problems with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and self-identity. I have studied cognitive behavioural, dialectical, humanistic, mindfulness, and acceptance and commitment therapy, all of which are described on my website.
After 20 years of practice, I am driven now more than ever to help individuals and couples achieve meaningful and courageous changes in their lives. Whether what ails you stems from symptoms of OCD, sexual addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship or other life challenges, I will take the time to listen to you with empathy and curiosity but without judgement. Our sessions will seek to enpower you to clearly articulate and implement the tangible changes you wish to effect in your life. I am well versed in cognitive behavioural therapies, mindfulness and brief solution-focused and intercultural therapies.
After 20 years of practice, I am driven now more than ever to help individuals and couples achieve meaningful and courageous changes in their lives. Whether what ails you stems from symptoms of OCD, sexual addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship or other life challenges, I will take the time to listen to you with empathy and curiosity but without judgement. Our sessions will seek to enpower you to clearly articulate and implement the tangible changes you wish to effect in your life. I am well versed in cognitive behavioural therapies, mindfulness and brief solution-focused and intercultural therapies.
Montreal Center for Anxiety and Depression
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MEd, PhD
Pointe-Claire, QC H9R
We all need support, particularly when depressed, anxious or confused about our situation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combined with an eclectic approach concentrates on what can be done about these problems TODAY. It is a directive treatment approach that teaches the skills necessary to cope. The Montreal Center for Anxiety and Depression's mission is to create a warm, supportive environment to explore your concerns and discover what blocks exist which limit your potential. We specialize in therapy for adults, children, couples, families, and are proud to maintain a 95 percent success rate. Watch our video to meet our team www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zm9bgEt5VeA
We all need support, particularly when depressed, anxious or confused about our situation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combined with an eclectic approach concentrates on what can be done about these problems TODAY. It is a directive treatment approach that teaches the skills necessary to cope. The Montreal Center for Anxiety and Depression's mission is to create a warm, supportive environment to explore your concerns and discover what blocks exist which limit your potential. We specialize in therapy for adults, children, couples, families, and are proud to maintain a 95 percent success rate. Watch our video to meet our team www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zm9bgEt5VeA
The basis of any good psychotherapy relationship is the connection with someone you believe understands you. I strive to provide an empathic, nonjudgmental environment for that connection and trust to develop. I am an active therapist that works in a collaborative, flexible, and transparent way to help you make the changes you so desire and live your life more fully. I have been practicing for 20 years and my speciality is helping people face the challenges that come with a chronic health issue or life-threatening illness, as well as depressive and anxiety disorders, trauma and grief.
The basis of any good psychotherapy relationship is the connection with someone you believe understands you. I strive to provide an empathic, nonjudgmental environment for that connection and trust to develop. I am an active therapist that works in a collaborative, flexible, and transparent way to help you make the changes you so desire and live your life more fully. I have been practicing for 20 years and my speciality is helping people face the challenges that come with a chronic health issue or life-threatening illness, as well as depressive and anxiety disorders, trauma and grief.
Are you feeling isolated, exhausted, anxious, stressed, overwhelmed and alone in today’s high-tech world? Well you’re not alone! I founded TherapYou to support you and your specific wellness goals. I am a bilingual licensed Therapist in an active modern private practice providing counselling support to individuals from diverse cultural populations including serving indigenous communities since 2012. Together, we will seek solutions to your life stressors.
Are you feeling isolated, exhausted, anxious, stressed, overwhelmed and alone in today’s high-tech world? Well you’re not alone! I founded TherapYou to support you and your specific wellness goals. I am a bilingual licensed Therapist in an active modern private practice providing counselling support to individuals from diverse cultural populations including serving indigenous communities since 2012. Together, we will seek solutions to your life stressors.
Are you the parent of a struggling child, teenager or young adult, wondering what you could do to help them feel better? Does your child want to take care of their emotions but most of the time, their emotions take control of them? Are they struggling with an unhealthy relationship or high anxiety? Do they make a lot of impulsive decisions that they later regret? Or, are you a teen or young adult yourself? Do you feel like no one understands what you are going through? Do you want to feel truly heard? Have you tried different types of therapies and nothing seems to work?
Are you the parent of a struggling child, teenager or young adult, wondering what you could do to help them feel better? Does your child want to take care of their emotions but most of the time, their emotions take control of them? Are they struggling with an unhealthy relationship or high anxiety? Do they make a lot of impulsive decisions that they later regret? Or, are you a teen or young adult yourself? Do you feel like no one understands what you are going through? Do you want to feel truly heard? Have you tried different types of therapies and nothing seems to work?
Do you feel overwhelmed by painful thoughts and feelings? That if only you weren't so_______(sad, anxious, depressed, shy, angry) that your life would be better? Many people try to get rid of painful thoughts, feelings, and physical symptoms. In fact, they work really hard to feel better, and yet.... they don't feel better. It is not for lack of trying that people decide to seek professional help. Our minds are designed to ruminate about problems until these problems are "fixed". That's why your mind is working so hard right now.
Do you feel overwhelmed by painful thoughts and feelings? That if only you weren't so_______(sad, anxious, depressed, shy, angry) that your life would be better? Many people try to get rid of painful thoughts, feelings, and physical symptoms. In fact, they work really hard to feel better, and yet.... they don't feel better. It is not for lack of trying that people decide to seek professional help. Our minds are designed to ruminate about problems until these problems are "fixed". That's why your mind is working so hard right now.
Monique Riedel C O
Registered Psychotherapist, CO, MA, OCCOQ, OPQ
2 Endorsed
Pointe-Claire, QC H9S
Waitlist for new clients
As a C.O., Psychotherapist, I provide therapy services to adults who are looking to make positive changes in their lives by developing their strengths and devising new strategies to deal with recurring problems. I recognize that therapy can be emotionally-intense and I aim to create a comfortable and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel free to explore and discuss their difficulties. I work most often with clients on the treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship issues and difficulties related to self-esteem.
As a C.O., Psychotherapist, I provide therapy services to adults who are looking to make positive changes in their lives by developing their strengths and devising new strategies to deal with recurring problems. I recognize that therapy can be emotionally-intense and I aim to create a comfortable and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel free to explore and discuss their difficulties. I work most often with clients on the treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship issues and difficulties related to self-esteem.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Constant worrying that makes it difficult to make decisions? Or suffering from unpredictable panic attacks that have led you to avoid people, places or particular situations? I have been helping people for over 18 years manage more effectively their anxiety, with proven evidence based strategies. I have worked with individuals of all ages and backgrounds to help them overcome anxiety, panic, phobias and PTSD. It can be difficult to address situations that you have been avoiding. Cognitive behavioral strategies can help you get back to your life.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Constant worrying that makes it difficult to make decisions? Or suffering from unpredictable panic attacks that have led you to avoid people, places or particular situations? I have been helping people for over 18 years manage more effectively their anxiety, with proven evidence based strategies. I have worked with individuals of all ages and backgrounds to help them overcome anxiety, panic, phobias and PTSD. It can be difficult to address situations that you have been avoiding. Cognitive behavioral strategies can help you get back to your life.
Life has lost its focus and feels heavy with the many pressures that face you. It might be difficult to function at work or in your personal life. There are things that trouble you, including aspects of your past. You want to feel better and need some help getting there. In therapy, you get to explore your situation, emotions and hopes for the future in a way that helps you to grow in wisdom, authenticity, resilience, compassion and joy. Therapy is the YOU time; it's where you can be heard and seen in order to safely navigate this difficult journey with the help of a skilled therapist.
Life has lost its focus and feels heavy with the many pressures that face you. It might be difficult to function at work or in your personal life. There are things that trouble you, including aspects of your past. You want to feel better and need some help getting there. In therapy, you get to explore your situation, emotions and hopes for the future in a way that helps you to grow in wisdom, authenticity, resilience, compassion and joy. Therapy is the YOU time; it's where you can be heard and seen in order to safely navigate this difficult journey with the help of a skilled therapist.
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LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.