Christian Therapists in Downtown, Toronto, ON
Katie Gosse
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M6J (Online Only)
As a Christian woman, it’s hard navigating your experiences of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. Your pain and suffering makes you question “If God is good, then why hasn’t he healed me? Is there something wrong with me? Do I not have enough faith?” Maybe past painful experiences of abuse or neglect haunt you and you can’t seem to forgive and move on. Depression and anxiety feel out of your control leaving you scared and hopeless. You pray and pray and pray and it doesn’t stop. Maybe you’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help as you hoped. You desire and need the peace promised in the bible but it feels so far away.
As a Christian woman, it’s hard navigating your experiences of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. Your pain and suffering makes you question “If God is good, then why hasn’t he healed me? Is there something wrong with me? Do I not have enough faith?” Maybe past painful experiences of abuse or neglect haunt you and you can’t seem to forgive and move on. Depression and anxiety feel out of your control leaving you scared and hopeless. You pray and pray and pray and it doesn’t stop. Maybe you’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help as you hoped. You desire and need the peace promised in the bible but it feels so far away.
Ariette Hung - Blissful Balance Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5C (Online Only)
If requested, I also provide Christian faith counselling.
Accepting new patients for virtual therapy Canada-wide! Life and relationships gets stressful at times. As a trained mental health professional, I create a safe space for individuals to share their emotional issues, help them process and learn to cope using therapeutic strategies. Using a culturally-sensitive lens, I provide compassionate care to clients across Canada remotely through an online, secure tele-health platforms. I support young professionals with issues of healing from unhealthy relationships, trauma, generalized anxiety/stress, low mood, life transitions and more.
If requested, I also provide Christian faith counselling.
Accepting new patients for virtual therapy Canada-wide! Life and relationships gets stressful at times. As a trained mental health professional, I create a safe space for individuals to share their emotional issues, help them process and learn to cope using therapeutic strategies. Using a culturally-sensitive lens, I provide compassionate care to clients across Canada remotely through an online, secure tele-health platforms. I support young professionals with issues of healing from unhealthy relationships, trauma, generalized anxiety/stress, low mood, life transitions and more.
My specialities are anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship, parenting, conflict, self-esteem, self-confidence, emotional dysfunctions and Christian counselling.
Hi! Do you often feel overwhelmed with feelings of anxiety? Or “do you find it difficult to develop friendships and maintain positive relations?” “Do you experience sadness and loneliness?” “If so, come talk with me!” I am excited to work collaboratively with you on your journey to identify solutions to anxiety, depression, self-esteem/self-confidence, relationship issues, and emotional dysfunction concerns; to develop coping strategies to build resilience to loss, grief, trauma, burnout, and daily activities. I will help you find meaning and purpose to live authentically. Please visit me at website: winroseoasiscounselling.com
My specialities are anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship, parenting, conflict, self-esteem, self-confidence, emotional dysfunctions and Christian counselling.
Hi! Do you often feel overwhelmed with feelings of anxiety? Or “do you find it difficult to develop friendships and maintain positive relations?” “Do you experience sadness and loneliness?” “If so, come talk with me!” I am excited to work collaboratively with you on your journey to identify solutions to anxiety, depression, self-esteem/self-confidence, relationship issues, and emotional dysfunction concerns; to develop coping strategies to build resilience to loss, grief, trauma, burnout, and daily activities. I will help you find meaning and purpose to live authentically. Please visit me at website: winroseoasiscounselling.com
Joanna Gorres
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5V
I believe that spirituality is completely personal, and I am deeply spiritual with a background in Christian Theology & leanings towards Buddhist Philosophy.
Hey! I’m Joanna, or Jo, for short; pronouns she/they. I value authenticity, mutual respect, and self-agency, so I work collaboratively with my clients. I hold space for all persons, regardless of their race, gender, sexuality, religion, and intersectional identities, and I strive to do so in a compassionate, non-judgmental way.
I believe that spirituality is completely personal, and I am deeply spiritual with a background in Christian Theology & leanings towards Buddhist Philosophy.
Hey! I’m Joanna, or Jo, for short; pronouns she/they. I value authenticity, mutual respect, and self-agency, so I work collaboratively with my clients. I hold space for all persons, regardless of their race, gender, sexuality, religion, and intersectional identities, and I strive to do so in a compassionate, non-judgmental way.
Hello and thank you for stopping by. Everyone gets tangled up with some issues. It could be because of a painful past, balancing your present emotions, stressed out by relationship issues, or by family and work expectations. If you suffer from anxiety, depression, balancing your mood, stress and anger management, I am here to support you to find your equilibrium, life priorities and inner peace. I work with adults, couples, families, young adults and teens assisting them in improving their mood, stress, relationship and communication with self and others, loss/grief of a love one, parenting skills, and other issues.
Hello and thank you for stopping by. Everyone gets tangled up with some issues. It could be because of a painful past, balancing your present emotions, stressed out by relationship issues, or by family and work expectations. If you suffer from anxiety, depression, balancing your mood, stress and anger management, I am here to support you to find your equilibrium, life priorities and inner peace. I work with adults, couples, families, young adults and teens assisting them in improving their mood, stress, relationship and communication with self and others, loss/grief of a love one, parenting skills, and other issues.
Nikolai Pavlov
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, UKCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M6K (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Nikolai is an internationally trained psychotherapist with a nursing background who has worked in the mental health field since 2009 first in Russia and then in Canada. He provides a safe, supportive, and confidential environment for one-on-one virtual therapy work. He offers personalized sessions that allow individuals to explore their feelings, thoughts, behaviours, and relationships. Psychotherapy and supervision services are available in both English and Russian.
Nikolai is an internationally trained psychotherapist with a nursing background who has worked in the mental health field since 2009 first in Russia and then in Canada. He provides a safe, supportive, and confidential environment for one-on-one virtual therapy work. He offers personalized sessions that allow individuals to explore their feelings, thoughts, behaviours, and relationships. Psychotherapy and supervision services are available in both English and Russian.
Max Tkachenko
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5E (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients. I offer a safe and comfortable space for you to explore your emotions and gain insight into life patterns that may no longer be serving you. Whether you need therapy to unpack past experiences or work towards future goals, I'm here to accompany you on this journey. Together, we can explore your potential, improve your relationships, and help you live a more authentic life.
Accepting New Clients. I offer a safe and comfortable space for you to explore your emotions and gain insight into life patterns that may no longer be serving you. Whether you need therapy to unpack past experiences or work towards future goals, I'm here to accompany you on this journey. Together, we can explore your potential, improve your relationships, and help you live a more authentic life.
Marta Szepietowski
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5G (Online Only)
Hi there! Thanks so much for taking the time to glance at my profile. I like to keep things simple - I am a Registered Psychotherapist who prides herself on my direct approach with clients. I often speak quickly, am unafraid to jump in and ask questions or gently offer insight and I've been known to talk with my hands. I know that finding a therapist can be hard. It takes time, effort, emotional vulnerability and you might still not find the right fit. The whole process can be daunting. So...
Hi there! Thanks so much for taking the time to glance at my profile. I like to keep things simple - I am a Registered Psychotherapist who prides herself on my direct approach with clients. I often speak quickly, am unafraid to jump in and ask questions or gently offer insight and I've been known to talk with my hands. I know that finding a therapist can be hard. It takes time, effort, emotional vulnerability and you might still not find the right fit. The whole process can be daunting. So...
Paige Wright
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSc, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5C
I work with clients who struggle with feeling stuck, overwhelmed, lonely, or frustrated with life’s challenges and who are ready to take the first step in their journey toward change and self-healing. I specialize in understanding, unblocking, & managing your emotions, trauma, identity & self-esteem, family of origin issues, and relational issues. From building strategies to sorting through your past, I am here for it and would be happy to walk with you as your therapist to help you find an adaptive, life-giving path forward.
I work with clients who struggle with feeling stuck, overwhelmed, lonely, or frustrated with life’s challenges and who are ready to take the first step in their journey toward change and self-healing. I specialize in understanding, unblocking, & managing your emotions, trauma, identity & self-esteem, family of origin issues, and relational issues. From building strategies to sorting through your past, I am here for it and would be happy to walk with you as your therapist to help you find an adaptive, life-giving path forward.
Are you experiencing a lot of burnout? Are you tired and often feeling the effects of tiredness on your body? It feels difficult to have the energy to get through the day. You are so focused on work - you put in long hours, you are getting promoted but you’re wondering whether you even have the energy to show up for all this. For a relationship or all of the other things in life outside of work. You’ve done all of the right things to get ahead but you can feel that something feels missing. Even though you are burned out, you know that stopping work feels difficult. You know you need to prioritize your health and relationships.
Are you experiencing a lot of burnout? Are you tired and often feeling the effects of tiredness on your body? It feels difficult to have the energy to get through the day. You are so focused on work - you put in long hours, you are getting promoted but you’re wondering whether you even have the energy to show up for all this. For a relationship or all of the other things in life outside of work. You’ve done all of the right things to get ahead but you can feel that something feels missing. Even though you are burned out, you know that stopping work feels difficult. You know you need to prioritize your health and relationships.
Davina Mukinav
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5V (Online Only)
Hi there! Are you finding yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, or challenging life transitions? I am here to support you. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with intrusive thoughts, self-esteem, academic or workplace stress, and perfectionism. I aim to empower my clients with the resources and tools that they require to deal with daily stressors and lead a balanced life.
Hi there! Are you finding yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, or challenging life transitions? I am here to support you. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with intrusive thoughts, self-esteem, academic or workplace stress, and perfectionism. I aim to empower my clients with the resources and tools that they require to deal with daily stressors and lead a balanced life.
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Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, RP (Q)
Verified Verified
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5C (Online Only)
Navigating the different pathways of life can be challenging, and often, no one understands your story, and you may feel lost in figuring things out on your own. I am here to SUPPORT you because you haven't come this far to stay stuck here! Like Michael Jordan, "Obstacles do not have to stop you. You don't turn around and give up if you run into a wall. You figure out how to climb, go through, or work around it." As an experienced therapist, I can challenge you to become the best version of yourself by creating a customized treatment plan to help you achieve optimal mental health. I am accepting NEW Clients (individuals & couples).
Navigating the different pathways of life can be challenging, and often, no one understands your story, and you may feel lost in figuring things out on your own. I am here to SUPPORT you because you haven't come this far to stay stuck here! Like Michael Jordan, "Obstacles do not have to stop you. You don't turn around and give up if you run into a wall. You figure out how to climb, go through, or work around it." As an experienced therapist, I can challenge you to become the best version of yourself by creating a customized treatment plan to help you achieve optimal mental health. I am accepting NEW Clients (individuals & couples).
You often struggle in an anxious fawn-freeze response with narcissists in your life, afraid to express yourself for fear of abandonment, rejection and their emotional reactions. You tend to pedestal others, people-please and behave in ways for approval but it is exhausting. Compulsive control, fantasizing, caretaking and perfectionism with people, relationships and life make you live in an arena of constant expectation, the need to keep up appearances and never feeling good enough is tiring. You yearn to feel safe and express your true self, be present and build healthier relationships and trust your life's authentic path.
You often struggle in an anxious fawn-freeze response with narcissists in your life, afraid to express yourself for fear of abandonment, rejection and their emotional reactions. You tend to pedestal others, people-please and behave in ways for approval but it is exhausting. Compulsive control, fantasizing, caretaking and perfectionism with people, relationships and life make you live in an arena of constant expectation, the need to keep up appearances and never feeling good enough is tiring. You yearn to feel safe and express your true self, be present and build healthier relationships and trust your life's authentic path.
Are you suffering from narcissistic abuse and looking to heal your heart from it? Are you sick of always needing to meet others’ needs at the expense of your soul because of the way they always shame you if you don’t meet their demands? If you already fully acknowledge that you currently are or have suffered from narcissistic abuse in your life, that is already a huge step towards your healed heart. A lot of the time, people who have experienced life-long narcissistic abuse have a very difficult time awakening to the reality of the fact that they are suffering from it. They are so used to the abuse that it becomes a norm to them.
Are you suffering from narcissistic abuse and looking to heal your heart from it? Are you sick of always needing to meet others’ needs at the expense of your soul because of the way they always shame you if you don’t meet their demands? If you already fully acknowledge that you currently are or have suffered from narcissistic abuse in your life, that is already a huge step towards your healed heart. A lot of the time, people who have experienced life-long narcissistic abuse have a very difficult time awakening to the reality of the fact that they are suffering from it. They are so used to the abuse that it becomes a norm to them.
Gina Lihou
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M6K (Online Only)
As an EMDR trained therapist, I compassionately treat you as a whole person rather than just a diagnosis; warmly acknowledging and affirming important aspects of your identity such as race, gender, and sexual orientation. I believe in having an honest, collaborative partnership where we work together to resolve your concerns, from processing trauma to regulating difficult emotions.
As an EMDR trained therapist, I compassionately treat you as a whole person rather than just a diagnosis; warmly acknowledging and affirming important aspects of your identity such as race, gender, and sexual orientation. I believe in having an honest, collaborative partnership where we work together to resolve your concerns, from processing trauma to regulating difficult emotions.
Jim Squire
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M4M (Online Only)
Do you feel stuck in negative patterns, anxiety, depression, addictions, traumatic childhood, unsatisfying relationships or a painful past? I understand that life can be hard, I am here to listen and help you find solutions that work. I'm a warm, caring and compassionate therapist and I have been helping people create the life they want for over 19 years. None of us can see ourselves or our problems objectively. I can help you gain self-awareness, understanding and the skills to navigate any situation successfully. I offer a free 15 min zoom consultation, why wait contact Jim today!
Do you feel stuck in negative patterns, anxiety, depression, addictions, traumatic childhood, unsatisfying relationships or a painful past? I understand that life can be hard, I am here to listen and help you find solutions that work. I'm a warm, caring and compassionate therapist and I have been helping people create the life they want for over 19 years. None of us can see ourselves or our problems objectively. I can help you gain self-awareness, understanding and the skills to navigate any situation successfully. I offer a free 15 min zoom consultation, why wait contact Jim today!
Julie Anne Irving
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5X
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Irving is a clinical psychologist whose practice is focused on the prevention and treatment of workplace burnout, cognitive behavioural therapy for depression and anxiety and mindfulness-based interventions. She completed her Ph.D. at McGill University studying burnout in physicians in the Faculty of Medicine’s Programs in Whole Person Care. Her clinical psychology residency at Penn Medical and Princeton Medical Centres included training in eating disorders and mood, anxiety, and concurrent disorders. She is an Adjunct Lecturer in the Departments of Psychiatry and Psychological Clinical Science at the University of Toronto.
Dr. Irving is a clinical psychologist whose practice is focused on the prevention and treatment of workplace burnout, cognitive behavioural therapy for depression and anxiety and mindfulness-based interventions. She completed her Ph.D. at McGill University studying burnout in physicians in the Faculty of Medicine’s Programs in Whole Person Care. Her clinical psychology residency at Penn Medical and Princeton Medical Centres included training in eating disorders and mood, anxiety, and concurrent disorders. She is an Adjunct Lecturer in the Departments of Psychiatry and Psychological Clinical Science at the University of Toronto.
Omaina Ozako - Bri Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5V
I am a Master's level Social worker who is passionate, dedicated and caring in my work with supporting individuals with life challenges. I compassionately support individuals with substance misuse, addictions, anxiety, depression, relationships, and mental health concerns using a strengths-based, anti-oppressive, feminist approach. I specialize in working with Black and racialized women and young adults.I have been providing client-centered and culturally safe support to help racialized and Black individuals become more resilient and resourceful as they navigate mental health challenges and systems.
I am a Master's level Social worker who is passionate, dedicated and caring in my work with supporting individuals with life challenges. I compassionately support individuals with substance misuse, addictions, anxiety, depression, relationships, and mental health concerns using a strengths-based, anti-oppressive, feminist approach. I specialize in working with Black and racialized women and young adults.I have been providing client-centered and culturally safe support to help racialized and Black individuals become more resilient and resourceful as they navigate mental health challenges and systems.
Khadine Rowe
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
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.
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.
Jackie Chung
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5V (Online Only)
Jackie specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families dealing with challenges related to major life transitions, depression and anxiety, faith and spirituality, and cross-cultural/inter-generational tensions.
Jackie specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families dealing with challenges related to major life transitions, depression and anxiety, faith and spirituality, and cross-cultural/inter-generational tensions.
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Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work effectively together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience in tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of culture, religion, and other factors on each individual.
Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Christian values?
Each person brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of treatment modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition that strongly influences the way they conduct their everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process. For some clients, a Christian therapist is likely to incorporate faith-based principles into emotional healing techniques.
How do I recognise an effective Christian therapist?
Christian therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Christian beliefs and values. They have an understanding of the importance that Christian principles play in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of struggles that can affect daily functioning. Like all effective therapists, a Christian therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of life.
Why might someone feel comfortable with a Christian therapist?
While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns but also shares a client’s faith and values. Sensitivity to spiritual matters as well as to everyday struggles can provide a welcome sense of safety and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, both of which support the therapeutic process.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.