Adults Therapists in Toronto, ON

Whether you self-identify as an ADHDer or love someone who is, if you want support from someone who really gets it, I can help. If you seek answers to the challenges that often go with being an ADHDer, or if you're newly diagnosed and seek guidance on moving forward, I can help. If overwhelm, stress, or anxiety is making it difficult to function, I can help. If you're feeling misunderstood, alone, frustrated or hopeless in a relationship with an ADHDer or non ADHD partner, I can help. If you seek a better connection with those who matter, but struggle to create healthy boundaries and communication, I can help.

Think about what brought you here. Do you have relationship issues? Do you feel dissatisfied, lonely or lost? Maybe you feel angry or taken advantage of. Do you want someone to listen and understand you? Perhaps I can be that person for you.

My approach to therapy is warm and compassionate and centres on the principles of authentic connection, safety, and trust. As I walk alongside you in your journey, I will aim to empower you to take steps towards your goals at a pace that feels just right to you.

Love and Loss Therapy can help children, teenagers and adults process their pain, turn to love and see how loss can be a powerful catalyst for change and opportunity for growth. Losing someone or something meaningful can be profoundly painful and life changing. It can bring up challenges managing emotions including anxiety, stress, shame, sadness and more. Understanding how to manage and move forward with these feelings can give you freedom and healing.

I believe the most important predictor of successful therapy is the quality of the client-therapist relationship. Finding the right therapist to talk to and collaborate with, is key to establishing a fresh new perspective and to create a plan for success. Trust, compassion, and respect are necessary in forming a good therapeutic relationship.

My practice offers counselling to young people, adults and specialized separation/parenting services for families. Challenges experienced by clients may include: navigating family change, stress, anxiety, peer/romantic relationships, self-regulation, and managing behaviours (ADHD, OCD, ODD). As a Collaborative Family Professional, I work with parents wanting to minimize conflict for their family as they go through transition and change. I provide emotional support throughout the out-of-court process, help caregivers build skills to co-parent, and neutrally facilitate meetings during the collaborative process.

I know taking the first steps towards therapy can be hard and at times overwhelming. So the fact that you are reading this and considering therapy is huge. Are you struggling to set boundaries with your family? Are you ready to begin exploring and healing from your trauma? Are you looking to understand how your childhood or family dynamics has affected your ability to process emotions in your life? Reach out for a free 30-minute consultation to see if we are a good fit.

Repeated experiences of stress, adversity, or trauma can create a disconnect from our authentic selves, leading us to develop habits and ways of coping that may no longer serve us. When life gets hard, unhelpful thoughts can make us doubt ourselves, making us feel like we're lost, stuck, or not good enough. Please know that you're not alone in feeling this way. We all have these moments, varying in intensity. I offer a supportive space where we can work together to help you build the life you desire. My approach combines Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, CBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, tailored to your needs.

Hello! I am crip queer femme who is Métis/Scottish. I am a trained counsellor and registered social worker, with a Masters in Social Work (MSW) from York University’s School. In my practice, I work from an integrative place: braiding together somatics, psychoeducation, ancestral wisdom to support your journey to come back home to yourself. I primarily work from a somatic place (Somatic Experiencing), but also include mindfulness and self-compassion in my work. I am deeply invested in collective liberation and healing as a community. Foundational to my practice are the values of self-determination and non-interference.

Welcome! I am so glad you are here. I appreciate that it can sometimes feel scary or nerve-wracking to seek out and accept support. Life brings its challenges and uncertainties that can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed or lost. When faced with these challenges, my hope is to make you feel safe and supported by walking alongside you utilizing a collaborative, genuine, and client-centred approach to guide and empower you to make meaningful change.

Are you ready for a change in your life? I would love to help you with your goals. My approach is tailored to each client's needs, in a collaborative and respectful manner. I focus on evidence-based treatment for adults dealing with mood and anxiety difficulties, phobias, OCD, trauma, work-related trauma, relationship concerns, and other stress and adjustment difficulties. Therapy is a means of building on existing strengths, improving coping, enhancing quality of life, and achieving personal goals. Let's work together towards positive change and growth.

Do you feel alone with depression, anxiety, social phobia, emotional eating or other issues that keep you from living a satisfying life? Do you feel weighed down instead of feeling alive and enthusiastic? I am here to walk with you so you can be supported to get to a new place in life. Don't do it alone. Sometimes people feel they should just get over it or work on things by themselves. As an experienced therapist I can assist you to make the journey faster.

I work in private practice and at Sunnybrook Hosital's Odette Cancer Centre. I specialize in working with adults who: are managing health-related conditions like cancer; want to make lifestyle changes; and/or want to improve their mood and reduce stress. Of course, physical health doesn't operate in a vacuum and is often affected by state of mind, social relationships, finances, work situations, past trauma, family life and intimate relationships. With this in mind, I work holistically to support people to manage life stressors, mental health diagnoses, relationship problems and more.

I am passionate about supporting people in harnessing their inner strength and resilience to achieve whatever they set their mind to do. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients in order to provide the most effective and long-lasting support. I support my clients in developing goals and understanding the blocks that get in the way of achieving them. I commend my clients for their courage in wanting to make changes, grow and deepen their self-awareness. I work to empower clients to be able to tackle stressors and obstacles. I practice from a non-judgemental, client-centred, strength-based and anti-oppressive approach.

Everything can be broken down into small and manageable steps, and even small shifts can produce significant change and offer much needed relief. If you or your loved one (child, adolescent, or partner) seems to be stuck in repeating behaviours, or patterns that are stretching your patience and energy reserves, you've come to the right place. I'm here to help shoulder some of the emotional weight you've been carrying, and to let you know there is hope, tangible tools and strategies, and positive change on the other side of bravely stepping into this process.

I work with adults and youth 12+. I have particular experience supporting neurodivergent folks who may be experiencing mental health challenges related to ADHD or ASD, such as burnout, substance use, anxiety and depression, school avoidance, feelings of isolation, relationship challenges, overwhelm, family conflict. I also work with families and caregivers of young people to help support family cohesion.

I work with adolescents and adults often suffering from anxiety and other stress related symptoms. You may be experiencing a lot of pressure in school, work, or your relationships and have trouble finding a balance. Maybe you are having a hard time meeting the expectations of others and feel they can't relate to what you are going through. Or perhaps you are going through a major life transition and feel you have no time for yourself.

Is your chronic illness holding you back? Please know that you are worthy of living a fulfilling life. You are so much more than your illness. It can be challenging to carry on day to day. People around you may not understand just how much planning it takes to simply function when you are constantly low on energy, or how much effort you put in every single day to show up for yourself and others in spite of the pain. I see you, and I am here for you.

UPDATE: October 2023. I am accepting new clients. Please email me at drjoannewest@gmail.com I use evidence-based interventions to help people address challenges and use their strengths. I create a safe space in which you will feel heard, not judged. I treat issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD and trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, gender identity issues, substance abuse, and relational difficulties. I provide therapy and assessment to adults, adolescents (13+), couples, and families.

Allied Psychological Services is comprised of a team of highly skilled psychologists, registered psychotherapists, social workers, and support staff dedicated to providing quality services. We provide individualized assessments, psychological treatment, psychotherapy, crisis support, and consultation for a wide range of individuals (youth and adults) and industries. We pride ourselves on being a full-service team, offering clinical services to a range of clinical needs. Our practitioners have experience working with individuals, agencies, lawyers, insurance companies, and employers.

My counselling practice is about supporting growth, achieving positive change and overcoming adversity with compassion and integrity. An effective therapeutic relationship can help clarify the nature of struggles you are facing and most importantly, foster your strengths and skills to help you achieve your goals. I would value the opportunity to provide you with responsive, evidenced-based supports in your process of growth.

I provide therapy for adults who are struggling with multiple challenges in their life. Parenting, work, relationships, and financial difficulties can make you feel stressed, overwhelmed, stuck, uncertain, and/or exhausted just thinking about it all, let alone trying to do something about it. As these issues carry on, physical and emotional symptoms may start to develop, and altogether it becomes too much. I can help you work through it all, piece by piece, so that you can breathe easier and feel lighter.

If you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and uncertain about managing life's challenges, you might wonder whether it's possible to find peace amidst life's changes and transitions. I work with adults around various concerns including (but not limited to) challenging family dynamics, relationship issues, chronic illness and cancer, grief, and depression and anxiety. Within these dynamics, I have a particular focus in working with first- and second-generation immigrants of East Asian backgrounds. Every challenge we face holds potential for growth to live more authentically to who you are, and who you want to be.

Are you trying to take control of your emotions, unhealthy habits,or negative thoughts? Are you trying to improve your interpersonal skills, romantic or professional relationships,or seeking personal growth? Are you simply in need to talking about your life, decisions, and future plan? If yes, then you may want to try setting an appointment to tackle these issues. If you feel stuck in any aspect of your life, therapy can be helpful. Me and my colleagues at Therapedia Centre offer psychotherapy services in Farsi, Mandarine, and Portuguese in addition to English.Email us via this page to find out about our availability and expertise.