Therapists in Thornhill, ON

I am currently accepting new clients. I treat adults at least 24 years old. I don't treat couples, but I do work with individual clients experiencing relationship issues with romantic partners, parents, family and friends. I also work with people wanting more control over their emotions and who want to feel more confident when letting other people know what they need. In addition, I treat people with symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Has "getting by" become a way of life? Are you feeling hijacked by anxiety, stuck in cyclical low mood, or simply overwhelmed in relationship dynamics? Toxic stress and trauma destabilize our nervous system and shake up our sense of safety and control. In therapy, we open the doorway to understanding and neutralizing the roots of your triggers. Trauma-informed therapy works to stabilize your brain and body so that surviving transforms into thriving. It empowers you to restore balance within... to become the architect of your mind... and to cultivate a resilient self, unburdened by the past or life's circumstances.

Each person brings their own experiences and challenges into their personal and professional environments. Aligning yourself to form healthy productive relationships can be challenging in the best of circumstances. How much more so, when there are barriers limiting you from achieving your full potential. You must break through the denial and learn the tools that will improve your interactions with others. This takes courage & it’s difficult. Let let me help you improve your quality of life.

Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues or trauma, our compassionate and skilled therapists can help you gain a better understanding and increased clarity of your struggles, with the purpose of providing ways to resolve those difficulties. Whether you're looking for a practical and solution-focussed approach or for a more in-depth and exploratory process, our therapists can accomodate your needs. If you are unsure as to what might be more beneficial for you, a brief phone consultation with Avi Davis, the Clinical Director, will help guide you.

I have dedicated my psychotherapy practice to supporting individuals in navigating challenging life circumstances. You may find yourself struggling in your life due to painful, unprocessed emotional scars or trauma lingering from your childhood or due to current relationships. Perhaps you experience feelings of unworthiness, "never good enough", chronic shame, guilt, or self-doubt. You might be feeling overwhelmed or stuck in familiar cycles of worry, anxiety, or anger. I support individuals through depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief. I have extensive trauma training/experience. I also treat chronic pain/illness/disability.

I am a registered psychologist with comprehensive experience in the assessment and treatment of a wide variety of difficulties, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), adjustment disorder, anxiety disorders, mood disorders (e.g. depression, bipolar disorder, manic disorders), grief, interpersonal difficulties, pain and health management, anger management, longstanding personality issues, stress management, sleep issues, psychovocational counselling, and self-esteem challenges. I also provide assessment and treatment for patients who have been affected as a result of work-related accidents or motor vehicle accidents (MVAs) and who suffer from driving phobia, in conjunction with a qualified driving instructor.

During these very difficult times, many people are left feeling increasingly alone and anxious. Does your worry and anxiousness limit your relationships, your work or your studies? You want to overcome your emotional distress, make positive changes in your life and feel good. You would like to lead a life which is more meaningful, happier and more successful, but somehow it does not work out. You feel you can't make the changes you want to see. Call me now to find together a roadmap to a better life and to overcome these barriers.

When life gets overwhelming it can really bring you down or make you feel anxious. You may be fearful that life won’t ever get better, you won’t find another job, you will be alone forever, or you will fail your first year of university because of anxiety. Maybe you’ve encountered a loss and you wonder if life will ever feel normal again. Perhaps you are newcomer to Canada and you need support while get used to new culture, find a job and a place to live.

Is there a link between the mind and body when it comes to physical suffering? The recognition that a mind-body connection plays an important role in suffering from physical symptoms, including pain, has been given many names: tension myositis syndrome (TMS), mind-body syndrome, medically unexplained symptoms, somatization, psychosomatic illness, and psychophysiological disorder, to name a few. We offer effective treatment for chronic pain, TMS, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), fibromyalgia, chronic headaches, pelvic pain, chronic fatigue syndrome, insomnia, sexual dysfunctions, anxiety and depression.

I work with children and adults who are experiencing conflict or distress associated with loss, transition or change; who may find some feelings or experiences too overwhelming or difficult to communicate using words alone, or for those who may avoid feelings or confuse issues in their use of words. The therapy I provide may suit for those who suffer from problems that stem from body related issues, concern about body image, or issues with trust. Some of my clients have impairment or trauma that may hinder the capacity for them or others to acknowledge and understand personal areas of strength and weakness.

I offer client centered therapy from an attachment informed lens. This means that I value your opinions, thoughts and beliefs and that I see you as the expert on your life and lived experience. Working from an attachment informed lens means that I value relationships and connection. I work with Individuals (adult), couples and families, to address various stressors impacting relationships. I specialize in helping to address challenges including expressions of anger, anxiety, depression, stress, parenting challenges, self-esteem and relationship issues.

I am a registered psychotherapist who speaks Korean and English. I provide psychotherapy practice to individuals, families and couples therapy in both face-to-face and virtual settings. Treatment focuses include depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, conflict resolution, stress-related issues, anger management, and life transition.

Betrayal in a relationship is traumatic. The one person who is meant to protect you, hurts you terribly. When you married your spouse there were expectations. You expected many of your needs to be met exclusively by your husband/wife. Somehow that is not happening. For whatever reason, you are not happy and secure in your relationship.

Did life just throw more than one lemon at you? Perhaps you got hit with ten, and now there are just too many to make lemonade and you’re feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, sad/lonely, and falling apart. I hear you. I see you…and I want to help. I specialize in helping people feel better by using techniques that are supported by facts and research. I help clients gain a deeper understanding of how small changes in their thinking can have a significant impact on their mood and behaviour. We'll also have an opportunity to discuss short-term and long-term goals and how we would get there together.

Majied Kaveh is a registered psychotherapist in CRPO . He graduated from University of Medical Science as a medical doctor and continued his education in PhD of psychology and started teaching as assistant professor in department of clinical psychology in Iran. Moving to Canada, he joined one year program for internationally trained psychologists. He founded Iranian Mental Health Center in cooperation with his colleagues in 2015 for providing psycho-education and research. He has profound experience in the psychological impacts of immigration during the last 12 years. He has worked as a therapist in four different countries.

Do you feel "stuck" in your relationship, going around in circles to prove a point and be heard? or...do you steer away from difficult conversations to avoid conflict or start a fight? Does your relationship feel "empty" leaving your discouraged and wondering if issues will ever get resolved? Have you been betrayed by your partner or family member and feel sad, devalued and unappreciated?

You may not show it, but you feel stuck. Your anxiety and fears prevent you from taking steps forward. Instead, you find yourself procrastinating and avoiding. You are consumed by doubt and overwhelmed by worry and unwanted, intrusive, uncontrollable thoughts. You try hard to avoid those thoughts, but they keep coming back. The more you fight them, the stickier they become. You try to tell yourself that the thoughts are meaningless, but somehow you feel you can never be sure. What if after all, something horrible will happen? What if the thoughts mean something important? Your friends and family keep telling you not to worry and explain that everything is just in your head. This reassurance helps for a bit, but very soon you are back to endless "What if? " questions. You tried therapy before. The therapist tried to convince you that what you fear is unlikely to happen and taught you relaxation, breathing, meditation, and thought records. But it didn't help and made you even more hopeless. You'd like to break free from your worries and fears and start living your life. If you are reading this profile, you may be finally considering making a significant change. We are here to help!

Making the first step and reaching out to professionals who can help may be an overwhelming experience. But if you find the right fit for you, it is well worth it and will lead to amazing results. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger issues, relationships, self-esteem, parenting, or just feel you need to explore yourself to make a change, you've come to right place. I am a therapist and counselor with an MSW from Wilfred Laurier University and M. Ed from Saint Leo University with special training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for mental health challenges at the University of Toronto (OISE).

Melissa Cait is a psychologist as well as the Founder and Clinic Director of Cornerstone Psychological Services in the Greater Toronto area. She has been practicing in the field of school/educational psychology for more than 30 years. She was appointed to the College of Psychologists of Ontario where she served on the Registration and Quality Assurance Committees and has been involved as a Peer Auditor. While she also is a practicum supervisor, psychological software developer (InsightFill) and a professional speaker, her favourite aspect of her professional work is interacting directly with her clients at Cornerstone.