ADHD Therapists in Ontario
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With expertise in ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem & Communication, Jennifer offers a tailored approach to meet you where you’re at.
Learning to simply cope with your pain isn’t good enough. Find long-term relief by unlocking the unconscious root cause of your distress with in-depth mental health specialists at The Mind People. Struggling with untreated mental health issues leaves you stuck and suffering with pain that can seriously disrupt your sleep, impact your relationships with others, and negatively influence your sense of self and physical well-being.
With expertise in ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem & Communication, Jennifer offers a tailored approach to meet you where you’re at.
Learning to simply cope with your pain isn’t good enough. Find long-term relief by unlocking the unconscious root cause of your distress with in-depth mental health specialists at The Mind People. Struggling with untreated mental health issues leaves you stuck and suffering with pain that can seriously disrupt your sleep, impact your relationships with others, and negatively influence your sense of self and physical well-being.
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Resolvve Low Cost Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N
Anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD and life stress can be a lot to handle.
We provide affordable mental health support for youth and adults anywhere in their mental health journey. Our Registered Psychotherapists deliver a variety of therapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy to help you manage your symptoms and meet your mental health or personal growth goals.
Anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD and life stress can be a lot to handle.
We provide affordable mental health support for youth and adults anywhere in their mental health journey. Our Registered Psychotherapists deliver a variety of therapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy to help you manage your symptoms and meet your mental health or personal growth goals.
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Darbey Carlson
Registered Psychotherapist, EMDR-C, MSc, MA, HBA
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8N (Online Only)
I specialize in trauma, infidelity, ADHD, mood (anxiety, stress), attachment, grief, and life transitions.
Accepting NEW Clients - Do you feel “stuck” in your day-to-day life or unsure how to move forward in a way that makes you feel fulfilled? Are you interested in learning more about how your childhood impacts you as an adult? Does it feel like your past experiences are weighing on you, and your sense of self is foggy or unclear? Are you interested in exploring different perspectives or figuring out who you’d like to move forward as? Together we can look at the steps that have brought you to this point, and increase self-awareness, emotional stability, and insight into your experiences.
I specialize in trauma, infidelity, ADHD, mood (anxiety, stress), attachment, grief, and life transitions.
Accepting NEW Clients - Do you feel “stuck” in your day-to-day life or unsure how to move forward in a way that makes you feel fulfilled? Are you interested in learning more about how your childhood impacts you as an adult? Does it feel like your past experiences are weighing on you, and your sense of self is foggy or unclear? Are you interested in exploring different perspectives or figuring out who you’d like to move forward as? Together we can look at the steps that have brought you to this point, and increase self-awareness, emotional stability, and insight into your experiences.
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Kailie Kernaghan-Keast
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thunder Bay, ON P7B
I have experience working with neurodivergence (ADHD, ASD, AUDHD, etc.
As a therapist who goes to therapy, I know the anxiety of getting started and the value of having done so. As many of us have, I’ve faced my fair share of adversity – from a difficult childhood, to a cancer diagnosis, and learning to live with adult ADHD (and everything in between). It’s easy to feel stressed out, discouraged, lost, to not what to do or where to turn… that’s where I come in!I strive to provide a down to earth approach and a client-centered spin on evidence-based practices including Neurodiversity-Affirming, Somatic, Dialectical Behavioral, Internal Family Systems, and Trauma-Informed therapy and techniques.
I have experience working with neurodivergence (ADHD, ASD, AUDHD, etc.
As a therapist who goes to therapy, I know the anxiety of getting started and the value of having done so. As many of us have, I’ve faced my fair share of adversity – from a difficult childhood, to a cancer diagnosis, and learning to live with adult ADHD (and everything in between). It’s easy to feel stressed out, discouraged, lost, to not what to do or where to turn… that’s where I come in!I strive to provide a down to earth approach and a client-centered spin on evidence-based practices including Neurodiversity-Affirming, Somatic, Dialectical Behavioral, Internal Family Systems, and Trauma-Informed therapy and techniques.
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Bianca Caporusso
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Lindsay, ON K9V (Online Only)
I guide my clients living with depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, self-esteem issues and personal/relational challenges to self discovery.
Accepting new clients! Congratulations on starting your healing journey! Therapy through natural conversation with an experienced, relatable and personable counsellor can make your experience feel less isolating and daunting. This is your safe space to express yourself fully and understand that you are never alone in working through your life challenges.
I guide my clients living with depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, self-esteem issues and personal/relational challenges to self discovery.
Accepting new clients! Congratulations on starting your healing journey! Therapy through natural conversation with an experienced, relatable and personable counsellor can make your experience feel less isolating and daunting. This is your safe space to express yourself fully and understand that you are never alone in working through your life challenges.
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Lyba Sultan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BASC, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9K (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! Are you wanting to unlearn unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours? Looking to find more balance and harmony in your life? As a therapist with a passion for untangling the complexities of ADHD, Complex Trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder and Bipolar Disorder, I offer you a sanctuary where your unique journey is met with compassion and grace. I strive to create a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgement. Together, we can unravel mental, energetic and creative blocks that may be holding you back from meeting your highest potential.
Accepting new clients! Are you wanting to unlearn unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours? Looking to find more balance and harmony in your life? As a therapist with a passion for untangling the complexities of ADHD, Complex Trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder and Bipolar Disorder, I offer you a sanctuary where your unique journey is met with compassion and grace. I strive to create a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgement. Together, we can unravel mental, energetic and creative blocks that may be holding you back from meeting your highest potential.
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Jessica Zormann
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RKin, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4T
Hello, I'm Jessica and I help people deal with overwhelming emotions related to ADHD, anxiety and depression.
Hello, I'm Jessica and I help people deal with overwhelming emotions related to ADHD, anxiety and depression.
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Children achieve the most when they are feeling their best and given the right strategies in a nurturing and supportive environment. I am a licensed Psychologist specializing in School Psychology and have been working with children, youth, and their families for over 20 years, providing a wide range of psychological services for students who present with a variety of behavioural, learning, and social-emotional challenges to help them realize their full potential.
Children achieve the most when they are feeling their best and given the right strategies in a nurturing and supportive environment. I am a licensed Psychologist specializing in School Psychology and have been working with children, youth, and their families for over 20 years, providing a wide range of psychological services for students who present with a variety of behavioural, learning, and social-emotional challenges to help them realize their full potential.
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Nicole Deeb
Pre-Licensed Professional, RP(Q), OCT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6J (Online Only)
My goal as a therapist is to provide a relationship with each client that gives space to explore the impact of external stories and your internal worlds. I work mostly with neurodivergent individuals – people who self-identify as Autistic, ADHD, gifted, highly sensitive etc. – with interest in navigating the harmful impact of dominant social norms. My approaches are borrowed from Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Schema Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness and Religion, with some influence from CBT and Art Therapy.
My goal as a therapist is to provide a relationship with each client that gives space to explore the impact of external stories and your internal worlds. I work mostly with neurodivergent individuals – people who self-identify as Autistic, ADHD, gifted, highly sensitive etc. – with interest in navigating the harmful impact of dominant social norms. My approaches are borrowed from Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Schema Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness and Religion, with some influence from CBT and Art Therapy.
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Gabriella Haas | Ottawa Adhd | Autism | Cptsd | Bpd
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1P (Online Only)
You're a woman in your 20's or 30's who needs a therapist who "gets" your ADHD brain. You've tried therapy before, but felt like you were just talking about your problems - you need somebody who will help you actually PROCESS what's going on, not just listen. You need somebody who can hold you accountable to making real change in your life, and call you on your shit. You've tried all the things - meditation, journaling, breathwork, medication, positive thinking, you've watched all the therapy tiktoks but you're still stuck. You have felt this way for a while and are not only ready, but are fully committed to making real change
You're a woman in your 20's or 30's who needs a therapist who "gets" your ADHD brain. You've tried therapy before, but felt like you were just talking about your problems - you need somebody who will help you actually PROCESS what's going on, not just listen. You need somebody who can hold you accountable to making real change in your life, and call you on your shit. You've tried all the things - meditation, journaling, breathwork, medication, positive thinking, you've watched all the therapy tiktoks but you're still stuck. You have felt this way for a while and are not only ready, but are fully committed to making real change
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Jennifer Cao
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R (Online Only)
When we strive to be independent and responsible, it can feel natural to dismiss and intellectualize our emotions. We become skilled in managing the feelings of others, while minimizing our own. We may understand what's causing us pain, but feel stuck and overwhelmed about taking action. I offer non-judgemental space for individuals and couples to explore these experiences with nuance and compassion. My areas of focus include ADHD, relationships, perfectionism, anxiety, grief, career concerns and racial identity. Together, we'll cultivate resilience and self-awareness, moving you towards where you want to be.
When we strive to be independent and responsible, it can feel natural to dismiss and intellectualize our emotions. We become skilled in managing the feelings of others, while minimizing our own. We may understand what's causing us pain, but feel stuck and overwhelmed about taking action. I offer non-judgemental space for individuals and couples to explore these experiences with nuance and compassion. My areas of focus include ADHD, relationships, perfectionism, anxiety, grief, career concerns and racial identity. Together, we'll cultivate resilience and self-awareness, moving you towards where you want to be.
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Viktoria Vigh
Registered Social Worker, MC, RSW, AACC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5J (Online Only)
Are you dealing with adult ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, organization, relationship, or sleep issues? You know you are capable, hard working, and intelligent but life continues to be challenging and difficult to manage? Do you struggle with maintaining and navigating the complexities of your relationships? Have you tried to solve these issues before with little to no results? As a neurodivergent individual, you may face unique challenges that can be difficult to address on your own. What if you were offered practical strategies, acceptance, and understanding? This is the space that I offer for you.
Are you dealing with adult ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, organization, relationship, or sleep issues? You know you are capable, hard working, and intelligent but life continues to be challenging and difficult to manage? Do you struggle with maintaining and navigating the complexities of your relationships? Have you tried to solve these issues before with little to no results? As a neurodivergent individual, you may face unique challenges that can be difficult to address on your own. What if you were offered practical strategies, acceptance, and understanding? This is the space that I offer for you.
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Currently accepting new clients. Life can get pretty overwhelming and it's not easy to reach out and ask for help or support. My name is Morgan and I'm currently offering online and in person counselling at BeeWell Counselling and Wellness. I specialize in areas such as ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression. Contact me today to set up a consultation to see if I’m the right fit for you! For more information please visit www.beewellwindsor.com
Currently accepting new clients. Life can get pretty overwhelming and it's not easy to reach out and ask for help or support. My name is Morgan and I'm currently offering online and in person counselling at BeeWell Counselling and Wellness. I specialize in areas such as ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression. Contact me today to set up a consultation to see if I’m the right fit for you! For more information please visit www.beewellwindsor.com
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I specialize in working with clients struggling with stress, anxiety, ADHD and depression.
Are you struggling day to day with a to-do list that feels impossible to tackle? Do tasks feel so much more difficult than they used to? Feeling weighed down, stressed out, anxious, or exhausted? Perhaps you want to avoid the difficult things and find yourself numbing out. What would life look like if you could wake up feeling confident again, back in control of your life? What if we could get things done without being stopped by exhaustion, stress, anxiety, or avoidance? I want to help you get there in a way that feels practical and comfortable.
I specialize in working with clients struggling with stress, anxiety, ADHD and depression.
Are you struggling day to day with a to-do list that feels impossible to tackle? Do tasks feel so much more difficult than they used to? Feeling weighed down, stressed out, anxious, or exhausted? Perhaps you want to avoid the difficult things and find yourself numbing out. What would life look like if you could wake up feeling confident again, back in control of your life? What if we could get things done without being stopped by exhaustion, stress, anxiety, or avoidance? I want to help you get there in a way that feels practical and comfortable.
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Emily Chatten
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MC, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8M (Online Only)
I work with clients with challenges such as anxiety, ADHD, depression, coping strategies, stress management, and relationship challenges, including in a couples counselling context.
Do you feel like your mental health is getting in the way of accomplishing what you want, or your relationships? Do you feel like you want a better understanding of your thoughts and feelings, so you can better manage your mental health? I work with clients to help you explore your thoughts and feelings, and work together to build a toolbox of strategies that work for you. I can work with you to explore your past relationships to help you feel more safe and secure moving forward, or we can focus more on exploring solutions that work best for you – therapy is your time, and you have control in every step of the process.
I work with clients with challenges such as anxiety, ADHD, depression, coping strategies, stress management, and relationship challenges, including in a couples counselling context.
Do you feel like your mental health is getting in the way of accomplishing what you want, or your relationships? Do you feel like you want a better understanding of your thoughts and feelings, so you can better manage your mental health? I work with clients to help you explore your thoughts and feelings, and work together to build a toolbox of strategies that work for you. I can work with you to explore your past relationships to help you feel more safe and secure moving forward, or we can focus more on exploring solutions that work best for you – therapy is your time, and you have control in every step of the process.
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Arktos Wellness Services Canada ADHD Team
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CCC, RCC, ACC
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2J (Online Only)
Our ideal clients are individuals and families navigating life with ADHD. They seek a safe space to be their authentic selves while addressing challenges like anxiety, emotional regulation, organization, budgeting, substance use, depression, and procrastination. Our goal is to support newly diagnosed adults, parents of neurodivergent children, and anyone grappling with ADHD-related issues, helping them build skills, find balance, and thrive. We create a nurturing environment for personal growth and understanding, empowering clients to achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.
Our ideal clients are individuals and families navigating life with ADHD. They seek a safe space to be their authentic selves while addressing challenges like anxiety, emotional regulation, organization, budgeting, substance use, depression, and procrastination. Our goal is to support newly diagnosed adults, parents of neurodivergent children, and anyone grappling with ADHD-related issues, helping them build skills, find balance, and thrive. We create a nurturing environment for personal growth and understanding, empowering clients to achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.
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Nadine Evans, Impart Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M2R (Online Only)
I'm available to provide support through a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, stress, anger management, ADHD, PMDD, PME, or severe PMS.
My clients experience feelings of overwhelm, neglect, isolation, and anxiety. They feel drained and seek a safe, inclusive environment where they can be heard. Together, we delve into therapeutic approaches aimed at fostering connection and empathy, developing kindness and self-compassion, and devising strategies for coping and growth. My clients often suffer from PMDD or severe PMS, ADHD that is often diagnosed later in life, and resulting anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation that often goes along with these.
I'm available to provide support through a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, stress, anger management, ADHD, PMDD, PME, or severe PMS.
My clients experience feelings of overwhelm, neglect, isolation, and anxiety. They feel drained and seek a safe, inclusive environment where they can be heard. Together, we delve into therapeutic approaches aimed at fostering connection and empathy, developing kindness and self-compassion, and devising strategies for coping and growth. My clients often suffer from PMDD or severe PMS, ADHD that is often diagnosed later in life, and resulting anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation that often goes along with these.
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Fatmah Meshary
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2C (Online Only)
I am a Registered Psychotherapist through CRPO as well as part of the multidisciplinary team at CMAP Health, working under supervision with highly trained professionals. I am interested in helping clients with anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and several other areas. I am currently expanding my knowledge through various workshops and training programs utilizing Cognitive Behavioural therapy to thrive as a certified CBT therapist.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist through CRPO as well as part of the multidisciplinary team at CMAP Health, working under supervision with highly trained professionals. I am interested in helping clients with anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and several other areas. I am currently expanding my knowledge through various workshops and training programs utilizing Cognitive Behavioural therapy to thrive as a certified CBT therapist.
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As a therapist, I offer therapeutic interventions and support for issues that may include Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Life transitions, Trauma, Relationships/Marital issues and ADHD Coaching to individuals, couples & families dealing with a variety of life issues. I also help managers to manage stress and maintain a healthy work/life balance. My approach integrates techniques from modalities like EFT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, (IFS), CBT and Narrative Therapy etc. I provide a non-judgmental and confidential safe space where we explore to find answers to lingering questions.
As a therapist, I offer therapeutic interventions and support for issues that may include Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Life transitions, Trauma, Relationships/Marital issues and ADHD Coaching to individuals, couples & families dealing with a variety of life issues. I also help managers to manage stress and maintain a healthy work/life balance. My approach integrates techniques from modalities like EFT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, (IFS), CBT and Narrative Therapy etc. I provide a non-judgmental and confidential safe space where we explore to find answers to lingering questions.
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Victoria Elaine Howarth
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nepean, ON K2G
How is fear impacting your life? From problems that make you feel paralyzed, to uncomfortable feelings that are difficult to identify, trying to figure it out on your own can be confusing and scary. These feelings can hinder your enjoyment of daily life and future plans. By learning to understand how ADHD, anxiety, or trauma is affecting you, you can begin to see your life in a new way. I offer a nonjudgmental therapeutic lens where you can feel safe to explore your patterns and past. I created Dune Psychotherapy to be a collaborative practice, where we work together to move towards an authentic version of yourself.
How is fear impacting your life? From problems that make you feel paralyzed, to uncomfortable feelings that are difficult to identify, trying to figure it out on your own can be confusing and scary. These feelings can hinder your enjoyment of daily life and future plans. By learning to understand how ADHD, anxiety, or trauma is affecting you, you can begin to see your life in a new way. I offer a nonjudgmental therapeutic lens where you can feel safe to explore your patterns and past. I created Dune Psychotherapy to be a collaborative practice, where we work together to move towards an authentic version of yourself.
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When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
Are there specific medications for ADHD?
Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.