Anxiety Therapists in Downtown, Toronto, ON

Hello! I have a passion for working with individuals struggling to find their way to a more peaceful and centred life, be it due to turbulent relationships, depression, anxiety or anything else life throws our way. I centre my practice on an understanding that people are more than their problems and that we have the ability to create space for possibility and change. I also have a specific interest in supporting Black and Afro-Caribbean people as I know first-hand the comfort derived from accessing a therapist with lived experience of anti-black racism.

As a clinical psychologist, I provide evidence-based individual treatment for adults. Together, we will explore what the root of your difficulties may be and use the science of psychology to help you better understand yourself, make meaning of challenging life events, and live your life in alignment with your values.

I am a compassionate and experienced Registered Social Worker with over two decades of dedicated service. My specialization revolves around attachment work, relationships, and trauma healing. In my practice, I focus on providing support to individuals and couples navigating the complexities of trauma, attachment issues, anger management, family conflict, domestic violence, parenting, anxiety, depression, addictions, and emotion regulation. Together, we embark on a transformative journey, unlocking the potential for lasting positive change in both internal and external relationships.

Rachel brings experience in individual, family therapy and group therapy. Her career passion is connecting with and supporting teens, adults, families, parents and couples; working together to create opportunities for change in challenging situations. The profile of Rachel's clients typically struggle with family conflict, emotion regulation difficulties, depression, anxiety, performance stress (work/athletics/school) and life transitions. Rachel has been able to provide her clients with useful skills/tools to navigate complex situations while also providing them with an emotionally safe space to process their feelings.

Accepting New Clients! Having been in counselling myself, I know what a relief it is to find someone with whom you feel comfortable to help sort out some of the stressors and troubles of everyday life. Whether you’re dealing with a multitude of issues, feeling overwhelmed by a significant event, or anything in between, I’m here to help. Let’s work together to transform your struggles into stepping stones, leading you towards a peaceful and empowered life. No challenge is too big or too small – I’m dedicated to helping you find your way and ensuring you no longer feel held back by your troubles.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS *Virtual Therapy* What brings you here today? Is it anxiety? Low mood? Relationship issues? Trauma? Whatever the reason you are here, I am here to help you overcome. Whenever we are facing a difficult life challenge, reaching out for support is a sign of courage, faith and resiliency. This tells me that you are here with purpose. Together we will strive to get you where you want to be, whether that means being back on track or moving forward in a whole new direction. Know that I am here to help guide you through this process.

I have been a Psychotherapist for over 25 years and am passionate about helping people overcome challenges that prevent them from leading a satisfying and fulfilled life. I have a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling and am an Assistant Professor (Status Only) at the University of Toronto (Department of Family and Community Medicine). I have experience working with people with alcohol or substance use issues, tobacco cessation, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, self-confidence/self-esteem, stress management and problem-solving.

Whether you are coming to therapy for the first time or returning after some time away, meeting with a new therapist can feel like a daunting process. I am here to help you through this transition by creating a welcoming, non-judgemental and supportive environment where clients feel safe to be vulnerable and share what they are going through. I believe connection is vital to the healing process and work to create a strong therapeutic relationship with clients to help empower them through the therapy process.

I work with clients in person and online using an emotion-focused, experiential approach known as Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP). This innovative and evidence-based approach has been shown to lead to long-term change in a relatively short amount of time with a variety of issues such as: anxiety, depression, conflict in relationships at home or at work, difficulties forming attachments, functional neurological disorder (FND), medically unexplained symptoms, chronic pain, grief, stress or trauma.

Whether you’re challenged by racing thoughts, worrying incessantly about the future, feeling stuck, unable to cultivate joy in your life or want a life change but don’t know where to start, having the courage to ask for help is the first step. As a therapist, building an open and trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients is of utmost importance. Therapy is a process that unravels differently for everyone l. I meet clients exactly where they are on their path in life, using an interactive, warm and non-judgemental approach. I create a safe space where feelings are validated, and clients are heard.

Thinking that you might need some help learning how to process, manage and cope with what happened to you? Or perhaps you might desire to learn some skills to help you grow, deal with or overcome a particular struggle or fear. Whatever it is, the idea of therapy may also have you feeling a little freaked out and it might feel a little weird. My goal is to lessen those feelings and make this process as comfortable as possible. Whatever your goals are, you can trust me to help guide and walk with you through your journey towards healing and living a happier, healthier more fulfilling life that is all your own.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, & are stuck in one place in life? When you're used to living in a state of chronic stress, feeling calm feels unfamiliar. This is the same reason you remain in chaotic relationships. You may perceive dysfunction as love & find yourself walking on eggshells in relationships. Life becomes exhausting & you end up experiencing stress and dissociation from the overwhelming environment you're exposed to. Regulating your nervous system & living a meaningful life can be a difficult journey but one that's worth exploring so you can live a self-sufficient life.

Are you feeling stuck? Many see therapy as an intimidating space with one-sided conversations and a professional who analyzes you from behind a clipboard saying the occasional "mhmm" or "how does that make you feel". I see therapy as a space where we meet as two flawed human beings and try to work at things together. I want to help you get unstuck from painful thoughts and feelings that are getting in your way and help you find meaning.

You are driven and a high performer and it has cost you a lot of anxiety. Your solution has been to work harder and power through everything, at home and at work. Even though you feel disconnected, lonely and isolated, you tell yourself - keep going. This is the only way you know how. You're afraid of failing, you're afraid to stop, you're afraid of taking that next step in your career. You don't have to suffer for success and happiness. Your way of coping isn't working anymore. Let me show you a better way, this is not about changing your work ethic, it’s about using different tools to reframe success and support.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist and hold a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology. I am dedicated to helping others live happy and fulfilling lives. As an individual therapist I am non-judgemental, empathetic and open minded. My aim is to heal emotional injuries impacting your daily life, assist in understanding yourself better and help break unhealthy habits. When working with couples I employ different therapeutic modalities that focus on helping couples to better communicate and understand one another as well as reduce conflict and repair issues quickly.

Are you navigating one of life's many challenges? Or facing a brand new one? Could you use some gentle guided self-exploration to help you through it? Therapy provides a safe, non-judgmental space to explore and understand any and all obstacles you’re facing. I am here to help teens, adults, and parents explore new paths and new futures. I work from an Adlerian framework focusing on your unique strengths to help you establish a place and voice in the world. So, working together I can help you build the self-awareness and insight you need to move confidently toward the life that you envision for yourself.

I work from a trauma-informed lens with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, loneliness and disconnection, and couples facing breakdowns in communication and conflict. In individual therapy, we explore the deep and often painful emotions that get in the way of feeling accepted, understood and truly engaged in one’s life and relationships, including exploring low self-esteem, self-criticism, and perfectionism, and the impact of lived experiences of trauma on their well-being. In couples therapy we uncover the negative cycle disrupting the relationship, helping to improve the connection and communication between partners.

Accepting new clients - Having been in counselling myself, I understand the immense comfort of finding someone who can help navigate life's challenges. Whether you're facing many issues, feeling swamped by a big event, or something in the middle, I'm here for you. Let's join forces to turn your struggles into steps towards a peaceful and confident life. Every challenge, big or small, is a chance for growth, and I'm committed to guiding you through and making sure your troubles don't stand in your way. Together, let's move forward to a brighter future.

Growing up in a society and culture that can make it hard to open up about problems, we can miss how professional help can empower us to tackle our addictions, heal anxiety and anger, and create fulfilling relationships by overcoming our insecurities and learning how to argue better. I have always been interested in deeply exploring how to be a more confident man who I respect with healthier habits, being mentally stronger and well in my mind and heart, and being more capable of handling conflict within romantic or family relationships. Let's connect if you're looking to improve your life in these matters.