Therapists in Toronto, ON

You aren't alone. For many of us, the past few years have tested limits of our resilience. When you're overwhelmed, feeling down, anxious, upset or even confused about what you're feeling, you might find that your ability to cope is fragile or missing altogether. Sometimes you withdraw or act in ways you wish you didn't. You may have tried different things to feel better but the strategies you've been using aren't working so well or you don't know where to begin to fix it. But you're not broken ! You want to feel more connected to yourself and to others but something is in the way.

Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, frustrating and time-consuming. If you’re tired of browsing countless profiles and being added to yet another waitlist, let us help you find the right counsellor. We are Phare. Our mission is to provide accessible counselling without the high costs, long waitlists or confusing processes. We have 25+ therapists who help a wide variety of clients on issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues and trauma. We offer need-based sliding scale rates ($80-$170) so you can access quality counselling when you need it and help others do the same.

Hello, I am a trained and licensed professional with 20 years of experience working with people experiencing challenges with depression, stress, burnout, trauma or a family situation, the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, social anxiety, or fears. As a Registered Psychotherapist in private practice in Toronto, Ontario, I work online via videoconference only in French, Armenian, and Russian with adults and adolescents in psychoanalytic (psychodynamic) psychotherapy.

I am a compassionate, solution-focused therapist. My goal is to create an encouraging, calm and relaxed atmosphere, and to work in respectful collaboration with the client. I will listen to you, I will understand you - and will never judge. I provide ongoing support and practical recommendations to help clients effectively address personal life challenges or cope with stressful situations. We are going to discover your inner strengths and build on them, gaining valuable insights and discovering ways to solve your problems.

I take a holistic approach to helping you achieve your goals. Combining psychotherapy theories with co-active coaching principles I conceptualize a plan that is unique to you. Together we will help you better understand your feelings and uncover sources of conflict in your life. You will discover more about yourself, define your aspirations and values and most importantly, build skills for dealing with obstacles in the future. Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy and Mindfulness Based Therapy are just some of the few theories I enjoy utilizing in my sessions.

I realize that finding a therapist you can truly connect with seems like a daunting process. You may have sought therapy before, but continued to feel alone or uninspired in that relationship. If this is your first time, opening yourself to the unknown takes courage, vulnerability, and dedication that I empathize with and value tremendously.