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Brent Cairn Pleasance
CCPCP-r
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N
The world is changing, and we can all feel and see it. The value of taking care of our mental health is becoming increasingly important, as we become more aware of our past and as we step into our future together. You may be feeling anxious, depressed, confused, lost, or you may simply not know how to feel or what to feel. You may have difficulty communicating. You may be feeling good but just want to explore yourself or are curious to grow in unique and different ways. Maybe you are having relationship issues, or maybe you want to reconnect to spirituality. These are all wonderful reasons to talk to a counsellor.
The world is changing, and we can all feel and see it. The value of taking care of our mental health is becoming increasingly important, as we become more aware of our past and as we step into our future together. You may be feeling anxious, depressed, confused, lost, or you may simply not know how to feel or what to feel. You may have difficulty communicating. You may be feeling good but just want to explore yourself or are curious to grow in unique and different ways. Maybe you are having relationship issues, or maybe you want to reconnect to spirituality. These are all wonderful reasons to talk to a counsellor.
(289) 805-3325 View (289) 805-3325
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Irish Dhindsa
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), CCC, MACP, TAP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
Feeling grief, disconnection, sadness? Do you feel like you don’t know who you are anymore? Do you show up for others, but do not know how to meet your needs? The grief of losing your sense of self results from going through loss and trauma. One’s identity is comprised of their experiences, relationships, and beliefs/values. When an interruption or loss occurs in any of these areas, it shakes up one’s sense of self, self worth/confidence, and access to emotions of joy, calm, and love. I can support you in re-establishing a connection to self through self-discovery alongside processing the experiences of grief and trauma.
Feeling grief, disconnection, sadness? Do you feel like you don’t know who you are anymore? Do you show up for others, but do not know how to meet your needs? The grief of losing your sense of self results from going through loss and trauma. One’s identity is comprised of their experiences, relationships, and beliefs/values. When an interruption or loss occurs in any of these areas, it shakes up one’s sense of self, self worth/confidence, and access to emotions of joy, calm, and love. I can support you in re-establishing a connection to self through self-discovery alongside processing the experiences of grief and trauma.
(289) 799-3226 View (289) 799-3226
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Lewis Lau
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
It’s often hard to succeed in school and/or at work when we’re struggling with distressing feelings that we can’t seem to understand or manage. I specialize in supporting students and professionals by integrating mental health support with the development of the concrete skills needed to thrive in school, work, and relationships.
It’s often hard to succeed in school and/or at work when we’re struggling with distressing feelings that we can’t seem to understand or manage. I specialize in supporting students and professionals by integrating mental health support with the development of the concrete skills needed to thrive in school, work, and relationships.
(647) 691-5225 View (647) 691-5225
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Jennifer Bonilla
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, CYW, MDiv
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
Do you often find yourself trapped in the relentless grip of anxiety? Does social anxiety make even simple interactions feel like daunting hurdles? Are you familiar with the never-ending cycle of obsessions and compulsions brought on by OCD? Have irrational fears cast long shadows, consuming your thoughts when confronted with phobias? Do these moments leave you feeling overwhelmed and isolated? The weight of anxiety can be immense, but you don't have to bear it alone. I recognize the unique struggles anxiety presents and am here to journey alongside you, offering unwavering support.
Do you often find yourself trapped in the relentless grip of anxiety? Does social anxiety make even simple interactions feel like daunting hurdles? Are you familiar with the never-ending cycle of obsessions and compulsions brought on by OCD? Have irrational fears cast long shadows, consuming your thoughts when confronted with phobias? Do these moments leave you feeling overwhelmed and isolated? The weight of anxiety can be immense, but you don't have to bear it alone. I recognize the unique struggles anxiety presents and am here to journey alongside you, offering unwavering support.
(437) 747-8486 View (437) 747-8486
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Stacey Gorlicky
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
I am a registered Psychotherapist and bestselling author of "Food, Sex and You". I specialize in individual, couples and family therapy in the Toronto area. My areas of expertise are addictions, eating disorders, anxiety, trauma and depression. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) for both couples and individuals.
I am a registered Psychotherapist and bestselling author of "Food, Sex and You". I specialize in individual, couples and family therapy in the Toronto area. My areas of expertise are addictions, eating disorders, anxiety, trauma and depression. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) for both couples and individuals.
(855) 705-4743 View (855) 705-4743
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Katerina Razumova
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N
I have been helping clients suffering from anxiety, depression, relational problems, existential issues, assist in goal setting and child rearing among other things. I offer confidential, non-judgmental environment and my warm, understanding and empathetic personality so that we can work creatively together at solving your problems. Please see my website for more info about my approach and me: www.katyatherapy.com. My clients are ready to bring the necessary changes into their lives, as well as more awareness of their issues and sources of discontent. I use various modalities, such as CBT, and a lot of experience and common sense.
I have been helping clients suffering from anxiety, depression, relational problems, existential issues, assist in goal setting and child rearing among other things. I offer confidential, non-judgmental environment and my warm, understanding and empathetic personality so that we can work creatively together at solving your problems. Please see my website for more info about my approach and me: www.katyatherapy.com. My clients are ready to bring the necessary changes into their lives, as well as more awareness of their issues and sources of discontent. I use various modalities, such as CBT, and a lot of experience and common sense.
(289) 277-0712 View (289) 277-0712
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Hadassah Beggs
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q)
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N
Finding the right therapist to fit your needs can be challenging! I appreciate that you've made the first step on this journey! Welcome to my page. I am a friendly, non-judgemental, patient and compassionate professional who aims to help you develop the skills to overcome your struggles and improve your overall life satisfaction. I understand it may be hard to open up; however, I will ensure you feel heard, comfortable and supported throughout this process. I provide in-person and virtual sessions for children, teens and adults, and have offices in Mississauga and Forest Hill.
Finding the right therapist to fit your needs can be challenging! I appreciate that you've made the first step on this journey! Welcome to my page. I am a friendly, non-judgemental, patient and compassionate professional who aims to help you develop the skills to overcome your struggles and improve your overall life satisfaction. I understand it may be hard to open up; however, I will ensure you feel heard, comfortable and supported throughout this process. I provide in-person and virtual sessions for children, teens and adults, and have offices in Mississauga and Forest Hill.
(647) 697-5935 View (647) 697-5935
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Carmen Kattan
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients. Are you ready to transform your life and embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing? As a Registered Psychotherapist with specialized training in EMDR, Somatic Inquiry, Spiritual Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Reiki Grandmaster certification, I am dedicated to guiding teens and adults across Ontario, Canada, on their path towards wellness. My virtual private practice prioritizes trauma-informed care to support clients through difficult times.
Accepting New Clients. Are you ready to transform your life and embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing? As a Registered Psychotherapist with specialized training in EMDR, Somatic Inquiry, Spiritual Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Reiki Grandmaster certification, I am dedicated to guiding teens and adults across Ontario, Canada, on their path towards wellness. My virtual private practice prioritizes trauma-informed care to support clients through difficult times.
(647) 371-0124 View (647) 371-0124
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NKS Therapy
Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N
Voted Top 5 in Toronto for Best Psychotherapists in 2021, NKS Therapy is a team of psychotherapists, marriage/family therapists, counsellors and life coaches in Toronto, Etobicoke, Mississauga, and Oakville who specialize in mental health support for adults, couples, teenagers, and families. With multiple experts on the NKS Therapy team, we will help you achieve your goals through a deeper understanding of yourself, and help you make conscious choices today. We offer sessions virtually & in-person. Start living a better life today with a FREE 15-minute therapy consultation! A Happier, Healthier, Better Version of Yourself awaits.
Voted Top 5 in Toronto for Best Psychotherapists in 2021, NKS Therapy is a team of psychotherapists, marriage/family therapists, counsellors and life coaches in Toronto, Etobicoke, Mississauga, and Oakville who specialize in mental health support for adults, couples, teenagers, and families. With multiple experts on the NKS Therapy team, we will help you achieve your goals through a deeper understanding of yourself, and help you make conscious choices today. We offer sessions virtually & in-person. Start living a better life today with a FREE 15-minute therapy consultation! A Happier, Healthier, Better Version of Yourself awaits.
(289) 206-7074 View (289) 206-7074
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Danielle Furlan
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CH, MH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North York, ON M4N  (Online Only)
In today's world, time goes by faster than ever and we are often left feeling overwhelmed and paralyzed by how busy our lives have become. Suddenly, our lives become mundane and we feel unhappy, finding ourselves dreaming of a more meaningful and purposeful life. Along with this often comes anxiety, depression and stress. My passion & intention is to empower you to create a more fulfilling life by building self-awareness, teaching you effective coping skills & guiding you through difficult life changes. I also strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment that allows healing to unfold naturally.
In today's world, time goes by faster than ever and we are often left feeling overwhelmed and paralyzed by how busy our lives have become. Suddenly, our lives become mundane and we feel unhappy, finding ourselves dreaming of a more meaningful and purposeful life. Along with this often comes anxiety, depression and stress. My passion & intention is to empower you to create a more fulfilling life by building self-awareness, teaching you effective coping skills & guiding you through difficult life changes. I also strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment that allows healing to unfold naturally.
(289) 270-5216 View (289) 270-5216
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Alyson Pancer
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BAPsych, CYT
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N
Not sleeping? Is Work/Life balance unmanageable? Ready to replace medications with your best toolbox for Mental Health? Now that we are connected, please allow me to introduce myself. Having been personally trained by many of the world’s most influential Researchers and Psychotherapists, I provide evidence based Mindfulness. CBT, Yoga Psychotherapy & Clinical Hypnotherapy for anxiety, depression, relationships etc. It is my goal to help you identify & change your thought patterns and behaviours, and to provide you with effective coping strategies to assist you with difficult feelings and challenging situations present in your life.
Not sleeping? Is Work/Life balance unmanageable? Ready to replace medications with your best toolbox for Mental Health? Now that we are connected, please allow me to introduce myself. Having been personally trained by many of the world’s most influential Researchers and Psychotherapists, I provide evidence based Mindfulness. CBT, Yoga Psychotherapy & Clinical Hypnotherapy for anxiety, depression, relationships etc. It is my goal to help you identify & change your thought patterns and behaviours, and to provide you with effective coping strategies to assist you with difficult feelings and challenging situations present in your life.
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Karen Zarnett
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
Welcome and thank you for visiting my page at the Psychology Today site. You may be searching for a therapist for the first time or perhaps you are returning to therapy after some time away; either way you have made a courageous step. Do you feel anxious or scared? Do you feel down or depressed and is it harder to bounce back? Is it a relationship break up or problems? Whatever you may be experiencing, we will sit together in a comfortable office and begin to unravel the issues you want to focus on, in a non-judgemental and gentle environment.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my page at the Psychology Today site. You may be searching for a therapist for the first time or perhaps you are returning to therapy after some time away; either way you have made a courageous step. Do you feel anxious or scared? Do you feel down or depressed and is it harder to bounce back? Is it a relationship break up or problems? Whatever you may be experiencing, we will sit together in a comfortable office and begin to unravel the issues you want to focus on, in a non-judgemental and gentle environment.
(647) 977-5906 View (647) 977-5906
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KovenCounselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
Whether the issues are end-of-life planning, parenting our parents, chronic illness, dementia/alzheimer's, betrayal, estrangement, job loss, miscarriage, divorce, sudden, complicated or unexpected death, aging and transitions, or empty-nesting, we experience many similar reactions to loss. Fatigue, depression, anxiety, worry, guilt, and anger are just some of the manifestations. Trouble sleeping and self medicating with food, drugs or alcohol, even suicide seems like an alternative to the pain we carry around with us. I provide culturally sensitive counselling to a diverse community.Together we can create a more meaningful life, filled with truth, joy and love.
Whether the issues are end-of-life planning, parenting our parents, chronic illness, dementia/alzheimer's, betrayal, estrangement, job loss, miscarriage, divorce, sudden, complicated or unexpected death, aging and transitions, or empty-nesting, we experience many similar reactions to loss. Fatigue, depression, anxiety, worry, guilt, and anger are just some of the manifestations. Trouble sleeping and self medicating with food, drugs or alcohol, even suicide seems like an alternative to the pain we carry around with us. I provide culturally sensitive counselling to a diverse community.Together we can create a more meaningful life, filled with truth, joy and love.
(855) 602-1955 View (855) 602-1955
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Pamela C. Smith
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RSSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
I believe in the healing capacity of people and my role as a psychotherapist is to provide a safe and supportive environment to help people access their own potential within. My therapeutic approach is diverse and includes transpersonal, solution-focused, client-centred, mindfulness, and narrative psychotherapies. I approach therapy and the clients I serve by connecting to the needs and unique style of each person I am supporting. I work with people navigating various difficulties including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues and more. I have extensive experience in grief and trauma.
I believe in the healing capacity of people and my role as a psychotherapist is to provide a safe and supportive environment to help people access their own potential within. My therapeutic approach is diverse and includes transpersonal, solution-focused, client-centred, mindfulness, and narrative psychotherapies. I approach therapy and the clients I serve by connecting to the needs and unique style of each person I am supporting. I work with people navigating various difficulties including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues and more. I have extensive experience in grief and trauma.
(647) 699-2427 View (647) 699-2427
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Andrea Laurie | Life Coaching + Career Counselling
Counsellor, MEd, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N
Do you feel like you’re ready for a change in your personal or professional life? Are you feeling off track, lacking purpose or motivation in your career or life overall? Do you feel that you are going through the motions each day, as opposed to cultivating a life and career that inspires you? Let’s explore your situation together and begin making steps toward personal growth and positive changes in your life. We offer modern, comfortable and relatable coaching to support you in navigating transitions, improving mental health and wellbeing and designing a life and career that you're excited to wake up to.
Do you feel like you’re ready for a change in your personal or professional life? Are you feeling off track, lacking purpose or motivation in your career or life overall? Do you feel that you are going through the motions each day, as opposed to cultivating a life and career that inspires you? Let’s explore your situation together and begin making steps toward personal growth and positive changes in your life. We offer modern, comfortable and relatable coaching to support you in navigating transitions, improving mental health and wellbeing and designing a life and career that you're excited to wake up to.
(782) 201-3843 View (782) 201-3843
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Anne Hanley
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N
My therapeutic approach in my clinical practice is based upon an initial assessment of Client's core values, sense of meaning and identity . It is my experience that people of all stripes seek interior / spiritual balance. Assisting them in the areas that they identify as challenges; feeling overwhelmed, a want of vision and/or control, depression, grieving losses, stress, anxiety, or a sense of aloneness are areas where I can provide my expertise to help them along the path of healing, wellness, and purposefulness.
My therapeutic approach in my clinical practice is based upon an initial assessment of Client's core values, sense of meaning and identity . It is my experience that people of all stripes seek interior / spiritual balance. Assisting them in the areas that they identify as challenges; feeling overwhelmed, a want of vision and/or control, depression, grieving losses, stress, anxiety, or a sense of aloneness are areas where I can provide my expertise to help them along the path of healing, wellness, and purposefulness.
(343) 307-5949 View (343) 307-5949
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TheAnxiety.Clinic
Registered Psychotherapist, BFA, BA, (Hons), MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North York, ON M4N
New Clients Accepted- I respond to ALL emails. Make sure you double check your spam and call if you don’t get a quick response. Dreading going to work, dealing with difficult people, don’t even want to leave the house much less go socialize? Are there things your brain just seems to refuse to let you do, get on a plane, go on a date? I get it. I have personally grown past all of this. If you are fed up with stress and anxiety, tried everything to fix it, frustrated, and are seriously ready to be happy, stress-free and enjoy your success - you just found the right solution.
New Clients Accepted- I respond to ALL emails. Make sure you double check your spam and call if you don’t get a quick response. Dreading going to work, dealing with difficult people, don’t even want to leave the house much less go socialize? Are there things your brain just seems to refuse to let you do, get on a plane, go on a date? I get it. I have personally grown past all of this. If you are fed up with stress and anxiety, tried everything to fix it, frustrated, and are seriously ready to be happy, stress-free and enjoy your success - you just found the right solution.
(437) 372-5296 View (437) 372-5296
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Ellen Feldman
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, JD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW IN-PERSON + VIRTUAL CLIENTS** Are you ready to make changes in your life or your relationship? Are you tired of experiencing the same patterns playing out in your life or with your partner? We all want and deserve to step out of the patterns that play out repeatedly in our lives, and I'm here to help. I help individuals and couples to understand how the pain they are experiencing fits into the context of their journey from childhood until the present moment. Together, we discern the patterns that emerge when we look at your life as a whole, and we establish new patterns to help you to achieve happiness.
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW IN-PERSON + VIRTUAL CLIENTS** Are you ready to make changes in your life or your relationship? Are you tired of experiencing the same patterns playing out in your life or with your partner? We all want and deserve to step out of the patterns that play out repeatedly in our lives, and I'm here to help. I help individuals and couples to understand how the pain they are experiencing fits into the context of their journey from childhood until the present moment. Together, we discern the patterns that emerge when we look at your life as a whole, and we establish new patterns to help you to achieve happiness.
(647) 699-5216 View (647) 699-5216
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Kelly-Lee Mansi
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, PCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N
Hello, my name is Kelly-Lee, I believe that every person is entitled to live a life that is healthy, wealthy and wise. For almost 20 years, I have worked with a wide variety of individuals, couples and groups from a diverse range of socioeconomic, cultural and sexually diverse backgrounds to help empower them to overcome misaligned belief systems that were blocking their mental health, their sense of harmony and well-being. My psychotherapy and counselling work are primarily Adlerian based and incorporates an eclectic array of cognitive, psychodynamic, experiential, somatic and evidence-based therapies.
Hello, my name is Kelly-Lee, I believe that every person is entitled to live a life that is healthy, wealthy and wise. For almost 20 years, I have worked with a wide variety of individuals, couples and groups from a diverse range of socioeconomic, cultural and sexually diverse backgrounds to help empower them to overcome misaligned belief systems that were blocking their mental health, their sense of harmony and well-being. My psychotherapy and counselling work are primarily Adlerian based and incorporates an eclectic array of cognitive, psychodynamic, experiential, somatic and evidence-based therapies.
(289) 797-1229 View (289) 797-1229
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Carrie Charles
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, OAMHP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
Explore within. Create connection. Ignite potential. I work with teens (17+) and adults, along with all levels of athletes & performers - from leisure to elite performance. I help clients overcome obstacles of heightened stress due to anxiety disorders, depression, self-esteem, confidence, body image, self-harm, grief & loss, lack of normal routines, performance blocks, motivational issues and life transitions. These issues act as barriers to achieving their goals and keeps them stuck in patterns that don't serve their happiness or success.
Explore within. Create connection. Ignite potential. I work with teens (17+) and adults, along with all levels of athletes & performers - from leisure to elite performance. I help clients overcome obstacles of heightened stress due to anxiety disorders, depression, self-esteem, confidence, body image, self-harm, grief & loss, lack of normal routines, performance blocks, motivational issues and life transitions. These issues act as barriers to achieving their goals and keeps them stuck in patterns that don't serve their happiness or success.
(226) 910-0968 View (226) 910-0968
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Spirituality Counsellors

What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?

Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.

What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?

There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviours. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualisation, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.

Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?

Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.

How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?

​​Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.