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Tijana Pesic
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5W
Have you been feeling overwhelmed & stressed? Experiencing difficulty in your relationships, school or work? Are you struggling with your emotions or relationship concerns ? Are you a parent with a child experiencing behavioural issues? Are you or your child struggling with thoughts of depression, self-harm & suicide? Do you have low self esteem? You have come to the right place! We would be honoured to support you. Whether it be helping to process events, providing support or learning different coping skills through evidence-based interventions, myself & the team at CBT Wellness can help you!
Have you been feeling overwhelmed & stressed? Experiencing difficulty in your relationships, school or work? Are you struggling with your emotions or relationship concerns ? Are you a parent with a child experiencing behavioural issues? Are you or your child struggling with thoughts of depression, self-harm & suicide? Do you have low self esteem? You have come to the right place! We would be honoured to support you. Whether it be helping to process events, providing support or learning different coping skills through evidence-based interventions, myself & the team at CBT Wellness can help you!
(289) 723-2130 View (289) 723-2130
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Rocheny Alexandre, MSW,RSW Social Worker, Psychoth
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5G  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a mental health therapist, I help people experiencing distress enhance their sense of personal wellbeing and overall happiness. Over the years I have worked with adults, youth and families experiencing struggles with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations, stress, relationship conflict, divorce and unresolved family issues.
As a mental health therapist, I help people experiencing distress enhance their sense of personal wellbeing and overall happiness. Over the years I have worked with adults, youth and families experiencing struggles with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations, stress, relationship conflict, divorce and unresolved family issues.
(289) 272-7331 View (289) 272-7331
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Karlene Grant
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5L
I also provide suicide intervention training, therapeutic access, parenting coordination and group work.
Karlene Grant has been working as a social worker/therapist for over 25 years and is registered with the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. My approach is one of care, compassion & professionalism. Services: Workshops, Groups, Individual, Couple & Family therapy. Our unique workshop series are designed to get you to a better place. Over the course of 2 months we provide you with the tools & support to make lasting change in your life! Some topics include: Stress Management, Self Worth & Acceptance, Self Care & Confidence. Groups start January 2023. Follow on social media at The.how.to.workshops
I also provide suicide intervention training, therapeutic access, parenting coordination and group work.
Karlene Grant has been working as a social worker/therapist for over 25 years and is registered with the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. My approach is one of care, compassion & professionalism. Services: Workshops, Groups, Individual, Couple & Family therapy. Our unique workshop series are designed to get you to a better place. Over the course of 2 months we provide you with the tools & support to make lasting change in your life! Some topics include: Stress Management, Self Worth & Acceptance, Self Care & Confidence. Groups start January 2023. Follow on social media at The.how.to.workshops
(647) 560-8657 View (647) 560-8657
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Dan Bloch
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, MBA, BSc, OAMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4W
In addition to the above areas, Dan has worked with clients who have experienced violence, abuse, sexual abuse, rape, violent death and suicidal ideation.
Serene Living provides therapeutic services to adults, couples and families across Mississauga, Milton, Burlington, and Oakville. Dan sees clients for a variety of reasons including divorce, relationships, grief, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma/PTSD, life changes, etc.
In addition to the above areas, Dan has worked with clients who have experienced violence, abuse, sexual abuse, rape, violent death and suicidal ideation.
Serene Living provides therapeutic services to adults, couples and families across Mississauga, Milton, Burlington, and Oakville. Dan sees clients for a variety of reasons including divorce, relationships, grief, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma/PTSD, life changes, etc.
(289) 806-5575 View (289) 806-5575
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Raman Dhah
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5M
Feeling lost or do not know where to start? Connect with me, so we can embark on a transformative journey together. I am committed to providing a safe and nurturing space where growth flourishes at your own pace. I am here to support your journey toward personal development, ensuring you feel understood, accepted, and empowered every step of the way.
Feeling lost or do not know where to start? Connect with me, so we can embark on a transformative journey together. I am committed to providing a safe and nurturing space where growth flourishes at your own pace. I am here to support your journey toward personal development, ensuring you feel understood, accepted, and empowered every step of the way.
(365) 363-3292 View (365) 363-3292
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Ermilio De Lisa
Counsellor, MPsy, CCPCP-R, CCPA, CHyp
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5M
I offer a holistic form of therapy that is inclusive of both evidence based clinical and traditional healing modalities that best meet the unique needs of each individual. If you are struggling to cope with overwhelming thoughts and emotions or having a hard time moving on after a traumatic situation, you might benefit from clinical therapy services with an experienced and professionally trained therapist. I will help you to gain a better understanding of your personal issues in making quality decisions and gain a clearer perspective on everyday problems.
I offer a holistic form of therapy that is inclusive of both evidence based clinical and traditional healing modalities that best meet the unique needs of each individual. If you are struggling to cope with overwhelming thoughts and emotions or having a hard time moving on after a traumatic situation, you might benefit from clinical therapy services with an experienced and professionally trained therapist. I will help you to gain a better understanding of your personal issues in making quality decisions and gain a clearer perspective on everyday problems.
(365) 800-6740 View (365) 800-6740
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Jon Lewis
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
**NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS IN PERSON AND REMOTELY** I pride myself in offering clients an approach that is dedicated to understanding their goals through a collaborative counselling experience. I create a safe and calm space to facilitate a strong therapeutic connection with clients. With gentle curiosity and openness, I invite clients to tell me about their world and experience, so I can learn from them. I believe that healing is possible for everyone and it is my joy to help a client unlock their full potential for happiness and health. It’s not about merely helping clients to survive the day to day but helping clients to thrive!
**NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS IN PERSON AND REMOTELY** I pride myself in offering clients an approach that is dedicated to understanding their goals through a collaborative counselling experience. I create a safe and calm space to facilitate a strong therapeutic connection with clients. With gentle curiosity and openness, I invite clients to tell me about their world and experience, so I can learn from them. I believe that healing is possible for everyone and it is my joy to help a client unlock their full potential for happiness and health. It’s not about merely helping clients to survive the day to day but helping clients to thrive!
(289) 216-6573 View (289) 216-6573
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Shine Music and Therapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5J
Whether you're struggling with personal difficulties, complex issues or a clinical diagnosis, our team of therapists offer individuals, couples, families, and children a safe and confidential space to be heard, valued and understood. Ultimately, we are dedicated to helping you live a life with more ease, while providing you and/or your loved ones with the care and resources that will help you to succeed, process and heal.
Whether you're struggling with personal difficulties, complex issues or a clinical diagnosis, our team of therapists offer individuals, couples, families, and children a safe and confidential space to be heard, valued and understood. Ultimately, we are dedicated to helping you live a life with more ease, while providing you and/or your loved ones with the care and resources that will help you to succeed, process and heal.
(289) 677-1552 View (289) 677-1552
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Odaly Lara
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5B
I've had the privilege of working with diverse populations, spanning different ages, cultures, socioeconomic backgrounds, and a wide range of gender identities. My approach is rooted in anti-oppressive and trauma-informed principles, dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive therapeutic environment where you can explore and grow. Guided by a person-centred approach, I co-create attainable goals with my clients, emphasizing their unique hopes and desires. I understand the importance of helping individuals discover their innate strengths and resilience to thrive amidst life's challenges.
I've had the privilege of working with diverse populations, spanning different ages, cultures, socioeconomic backgrounds, and a wide range of gender identities. My approach is rooted in anti-oppressive and trauma-informed principles, dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive therapeutic environment where you can explore and grow. Guided by a person-centred approach, I co-create attainable goals with my clients, emphasizing their unique hopes and desires. I understand the importance of helping individuals discover their innate strengths and resilience to thrive amidst life's challenges.
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Nicole Franklin
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
"LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE, LIVE FREE" Live Free Counselling Services helps you: Reduce Stress, Increase Coping Strategies and Restore Life Balance. When you choose Live Free, you can expect professional, high quality, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive services that help move you forward.
"LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE, LIVE FREE" Live Free Counselling Services helps you: Reduce Stress, Increase Coping Strategies and Restore Life Balance. When you choose Live Free, you can expect professional, high quality, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive services that help move you forward.
(647) 797-9602 View (647) 797-9602
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Octavia Sampson
Registered Psychotherapist, MCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5N  (Online Only)
Are you desiring greater awareness, joy, and connection in your life? It is my passion to provide therapeutic care and guidance for you to overcome stress, anxiety, fear, diversity concerns, and relationship issues along with other mental health impacts. I encourage you to seek greater wellbeing by building coping skills, restoring hope and improving your ability to manage emotions, as you access self-compassion. It is a joy to work with youth and adults who are ready to start thriving fully in their lives.
Are you desiring greater awareness, joy, and connection in your life? It is my passion to provide therapeutic care and guidance for you to overcome stress, anxiety, fear, diversity concerns, and relationship issues along with other mental health impacts. I encourage you to seek greater wellbeing by building coping skills, restoring hope and improving your ability to manage emotions, as you access self-compassion. It is a joy to work with youth and adults who are ready to start thriving fully in their lives.
(289) 277-7357 View (289) 277-7357
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Tiffany Thomas
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z  (Online Only)
How to find hope? How do you heal the ache you feel inside? If you are feeling alone, engaging in therapy, can help you feel connected again. We long to feel accepted and that we belong. It takes courage to seek help and you have taken the first step! You sense something is missing and you want things to be different. Life can be overwhelming with uncertainty. This affects your ability to regulate your feelings towards others and within yourself. This can lead to feelings frustration, sadness, loneliness, and irritability.
How to find hope? How do you heal the ache you feel inside? If you are feeling alone, engaging in therapy, can help you feel connected again. We long to feel accepted and that we belong. It takes courage to seek help and you have taken the first step! You sense something is missing and you want things to be different. Life can be overwhelming with uncertainty. This affects your ability to regulate your feelings towards others and within yourself. This can lead to feelings frustration, sadness, loneliness, and irritability.
(289) 768-8235 View (289) 768-8235
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Judith Awori
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5B
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
(289) 210-7068 View (289) 210-7068
Photo of Fatemeh Heshmati, Registered Psychotherapist in Mississauga, ON
Fatemeh Heshmati
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, CCC, CPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
I am here to help your family: Anything from making decisions towards establishing a new relationship or ongoing conflicts between couples, to the matters that concern children, the most vulnerable members of the family. I do provide individual, couple, and family counselling, and play therapy. Family conflicts negatively impact children’s emotional, social and cognitive development. Children’s challenges and developmental delay can also create conflicts between the parents. I help you to improve the quality of your life by improving the quality of your interpersonal relationships and family dynamic.
I am here to help your family: Anything from making decisions towards establishing a new relationship or ongoing conflicts between couples, to the matters that concern children, the most vulnerable members of the family. I do provide individual, couple, and family counselling, and play therapy. Family conflicts negatively impact children’s emotional, social and cognitive development. Children’s challenges and developmental delay can also create conflicts between the parents. I help you to improve the quality of your life by improving the quality of your interpersonal relationships and family dynamic.
(289) 805-3580 View (289) 805-3580
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Julia St. Cyr
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q), BMT, MTA, MT-BC, NMT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5J
Whether you're struggling with personal or relational difficulties, complex issues, or a clinical diagnosis, I offer individuals, couples, families, and children a safe and confidential space to be heard and understood. Ultimately, my goal as a therapist is to work with you and/or your loved ones to support real and lasting change, so that you can live a life with ease.
Whether you're struggling with personal or relational difficulties, complex issues, or a clinical diagnosis, I offer individuals, couples, families, and children a safe and confidential space to be heard and understood. Ultimately, my goal as a therapist is to work with you and/or your loved ones to support real and lasting change, so that you can live a life with ease.
(289) 274-5547 View (289) 274-5547
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Ginelle Foskin
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
***NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR IN-PERSON (SAUGA/VAUGHAN) AND PHONE/VIDEO*** Let’s be honest, life is hard, and in many ways, we juggle more today than we ever have! Life’s challenges can leave us feeling stressed, confused, demotivated, even helpless and hopeless. It can be a tough road to travel, but you don't have to walk it alone. As a therapist, I don’t think anyone should feel that way. I am committed to supporting my clients with guidance, care, and connected to the proper resources. With experience working with youth, students, adults, and parents, I enjoy collaborating with clients on a variety of challenges.
***NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR IN-PERSON (SAUGA/VAUGHAN) AND PHONE/VIDEO*** Let’s be honest, life is hard, and in many ways, we juggle more today than we ever have! Life’s challenges can leave us feeling stressed, confused, demotivated, even helpless and hopeless. It can be a tough road to travel, but you don't have to walk it alone. As a therapist, I don’t think anyone should feel that way. I am committed to supporting my clients with guidance, care, and connected to the proper resources. With experience working with youth, students, adults, and parents, I enjoy collaborating with clients on a variety of challenges.
(289) 217-9898 View (289) 217-9898
Photo of Giselle Jordana Baker, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in Mississauga, ON
Giselle Jordana Baker
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
We were not meant to be perfect; but we were meant to live a wholesome and purposeful life. Therefore, I support individuals and their families through significant life challenges to develop a sense of completeness and fulfillment. To do that, I create a safe space of empathy, trust and understanding for healing, growth and resilience to occur. My main focus is to help persons overcome difficulties, build self-esteem and resilience, increase confidence; and most importantly, discover that peace and love within themselves.
We were not meant to be perfect; but we were meant to live a wholesome and purposeful life. Therefore, I support individuals and their families through significant life challenges to develop a sense of completeness and fulfillment. To do that, I create a safe space of empathy, trust and understanding for healing, growth and resilience to occur. My main focus is to help persons overcome difficulties, build self-esteem and resilience, increase confidence; and most importantly, discover that peace and love within themselves.
(289) 270-6801 x706 View (289) 270-6801 x706
Photo of Kimberley D Miller, Registered Social Worker in Mississauga, ON
Kimberley D Miller
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5L  (Online Only)
Stressed? Worried? Overwhelmed? This might be the push needed to get support or clarity in your life. Whether personal, family or work related, I provide a welcomed perspective and non-judgmental attitude that could assist you in working through the muck and clutter of life. Parenting a child or youth with a history of trauma or loss? Then you may experience some extra challenges. I can shed some light on what is happening while giving you useful tools and strategies. Those with child welfare, adoption or kinship family histories have unique experiences that need to be honoured and understood at important points in life.
Stressed? Worried? Overwhelmed? This might be the push needed to get support or clarity in your life. Whether personal, family or work related, I provide a welcomed perspective and non-judgmental attitude that could assist you in working through the muck and clutter of life. Parenting a child or youth with a history of trauma or loss? Then you may experience some extra challenges. I can shed some light on what is happening while giving you useful tools and strategies. Those with child welfare, adoption or kinship family histories have unique experiences that need to be honoured and understood at important points in life.
(647) 694-4953 View (647) 694-4953
Photo of Annmarie Armstrong-Garvey, Registered Psychotherapist in Mississauga, ON
Annmarie Armstrong-Garvey
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5N
The journey of a thousand steps begins with just one step! Today you have taken that first step. Steps that will lead to your empowerment. A step on the right path towards growth and well-being. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we will work together to better understand and resolve changes in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behaviour patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
The journey of a thousand steps begins with just one step! Today you have taken that first step. Steps that will lead to your empowerment. A step on the right path towards growth and well-being. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we will work together to better understand and resolve changes in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behaviour patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
(844) 580-0362 View (844) 580-0362
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Nicola Forde
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5B
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
(289) 277-5697 View (289) 277-5697

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Suicidal Ideation Counsellors

How does therapy for suicidal ideation work?

Stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances can give rise to suicidal thinking. Therapy can address the events at the core of an individual’s suffering. Understanding why a person may be suicidal can help the therapist and the patient discover alternative methods of coping. A person with suicidal ideation may be mired in catastrophic thinking, and treatment like cognitive behavioural therapy is a good choice for breaking such patterns. In addition, treatment such as acceptance and commitment therapy can help a person manage their distress through better emotion regulation.

Which therapies are best for suicidal ideation?

Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, acceptance and commitment therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual tolerate distress, regulate emotions, and not act on dangerous urges.

Are there specific medications to be combined with therapy?

The use of medication for suicidal thoughts must be aligned with the underlying cause; conditions such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis may be at the root of suicidal ideation. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for symptoms, which may include antipsychotics such as aripiprazole or antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.

How often and how long are therapy sessions for suicidal ideation?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. Still other patients, especially those with co-occurring conditions like major depression and anxiety, may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months. In some cases, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm.