Family Therapy in Toronto, ON
Talk therapy is designed to heal your emotional wounds. With the power of talk therapy, I can help you address and resolve: low self esteem; depression; anxiety; trauma; loss; loneliness; anger; forgiveness; relationship difficulties; parenting challenges; family struggles and more. The secret to emotional healing is to increase awareness of your thoughts, feelings and patterns of behavior and to find the courage to face and move past your pain. Only then can you discover a state of being that is richer, fuller and more deeply satisfying.
Talk therapy is designed to heal your emotional wounds. With the power of talk therapy, I can help you address and resolve: low self esteem; depression; anxiety; trauma; loss; loneliness; anger; forgiveness; relationship difficulties; parenting challenges; family struggles and more. The secret to emotional healing is to increase awareness of your thoughts, feelings and patterns of behavior and to find the courage to face and move past your pain. Only then can you discover a state of being that is richer, fuller and more deeply satisfying.
Nicole Lacy Psychotherapy & Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MSEd, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4T
Now offering direct billing! I’m a Registered Psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience, having practiced both in Canada and the United States. I help my clients overcome feeling “stuck” in life and change destructive habits; recover from intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviours; break free of unhealthy relationship patterns; explore questions regarding identity, vocation, creativity, and meaning; heal from the impact of dysfunctional family relationships and upbringings; explore creativity and their artistic voice; manage anxiety and uncertainty; maintain recovery/reduce substance use; cope with grief and loss; and more.
Now offering direct billing! I’m a Registered Psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience, having practiced both in Canada and the United States. I help my clients overcome feeling “stuck” in life and change destructive habits; recover from intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviours; break free of unhealthy relationship patterns; explore questions regarding identity, vocation, creativity, and meaning; heal from the impact of dysfunctional family relationships and upbringings; explore creativity and their artistic voice; manage anxiety and uncertainty; maintain recovery/reduce substance use; cope with grief and loss; and more.
Sandra Godoy
Registered Social Worker, MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M9N (Online Only)
I am also well-versed in various therapeutic modalities such as Narrative Therapy, CBT, Inner-Child Work, and Internal family systems.
Are you tired of feeling like you aren’t yourself? Do you feel disconnected and lost? Would you like clarity on who you are, what your goals are, and how to embark on your healing journey? I support young professionals break the cycle of disconnection, exhaustion, and loneliness while connecting to their authentic self. I specialize in supporting the BIPOC community, particularly individuals with histories of trauma, depression, and anxiety. My approach to therapy is strength-based, culturally inclusive, and trauma-focused. I believe in collaborative, transparent, anti-racist and anti-oppressive care.
I am also well-versed in various therapeutic modalities such as Narrative Therapy, CBT, Inner-Child Work, and Internal family systems.
Are you tired of feeling like you aren’t yourself? Do you feel disconnected and lost? Would you like clarity on who you are, what your goals are, and how to embark on your healing journey? I support young professionals break the cycle of disconnection, exhaustion, and loneliness while connecting to their authentic self. I specialize in supporting the BIPOC community, particularly individuals with histories of trauma, depression, and anxiety. My approach to therapy is strength-based, culturally inclusive, and trauma-focused. I believe in collaborative, transparent, anti-racist and anti-oppressive care.
I have been working in the clinical field for 13 years and have extensive experience working with adult and adolescent clients, helping them deal with issues such as: anxiety, complex trauma, addiction, depression, postpartum depression, and family/relationship issues. I employ an integrative approach to psychotherapy, utilizing techniques from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). As well as Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT-C) for Couples.
I have been working in the clinical field for 13 years and have extensive experience working with adult and adolescent clients, helping them deal with issues such as: anxiety, complex trauma, addiction, depression, postpartum depression, and family/relationship issues. I employ an integrative approach to psychotherapy, utilizing techniques from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). As well as Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT-C) for Couples.
Malika Chandra | Child Therapist
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6P
My expertise lies in cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, and family systems work.
Are you concerned about your child's emotional well-being or behavior? Has your child faced significant changes or challenges such as a parental separation, family transitions and social difficulties? Are you worried about how to navigate these challenges as a family and how these changes affect your child's future? It can be difficult to deal with these problems alone, and manage all the emotions can come with it.
My expertise lies in cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, and family systems work.
Are you concerned about your child's emotional well-being or behavior? Has your child faced significant changes or challenges such as a parental separation, family transitions and social difficulties? Are you worried about how to navigate these challenges as a family and how these changes affect your child's future? It can be difficult to deal with these problems alone, and manage all the emotions can come with it.
A published author and recognized "expert witness" in Individual/ Family Therapy by the provincial courts, I offer clinical supervision in addition to therapy.
Talk therapy, you might be surprised where it can take you. Assisting individuals, couples and families facing many different challenges, I offer both brief and longer-term therapy. Whatever you are struggling with I will support you to better understand, address and resolve the issue. Whether it is about stress, loss, chronic pain, relationship difficulties, a diagnosed disorder (anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADD/ADHD etc.) or a simple consultation, you and I will find the most effective way to deal with and manage the difficulties you are experiencing.
A published author and recognized "expert witness" in Individual/ Family Therapy by the provincial courts, I offer clinical supervision in addition to therapy.
Talk therapy, you might be surprised where it can take you. Assisting individuals, couples and families facing many different challenges, I offer both brief and longer-term therapy. Whatever you are struggling with I will support you to better understand, address and resolve the issue. Whether it is about stress, loss, chronic pain, relationship difficulties, a diagnosed disorder (anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADD/ADHD etc.) or a simple consultation, you and I will find the most effective way to deal with and manage the difficulties you are experiencing.
I provide practical, effective couples counselling and can help form a successful blended family.
People tell me I'm open, caring and friendly. Maybe that's why I went into counselling! I'm very comfortable discussing what may be difficult topics for you, and finding ways to make your relationships better. Specialities include marriage counselling, career counselling, depression and anxiety, sexuality therapy, addictions and body image work. I am non-judgmental about diversity, and committed to helping you learn to make your life more satisfying. I have two graduate degrees, having studied both Communications and Counselling, and many years of helping people to reach their goals. I am also a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario.
I provide practical, effective couples counselling and can help form a successful blended family.
People tell me I'm open, caring and friendly. Maybe that's why I went into counselling! I'm very comfortable discussing what may be difficult topics for you, and finding ways to make your relationships better. Specialities include marriage counselling, career counselling, depression and anxiety, sexuality therapy, addictions and body image work. I am non-judgmental about diversity, and committed to helping you learn to make your life more satisfying. I have two graduate degrees, having studied both Communications and Counselling, and many years of helping people to reach their goals. I am also a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario.
I have extensive experience working with individuals and couples from diverse and often marginalized backgrounds at respected organizations including the Canadian Mental Health Association, Family Services Toronto, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, and most recently, Breakaway Addiction Services, where I also clinically supervised other therapists.
Choosing the right therapist for yourself can feel daunting. A trusting therapeutic relationship is the single most important factor in successful outcomes. Meeting face-to-face is the best way to tell whether a therapist is the right fit for you. I provide an initial 30-minute consult free-of-charge to help you make an informed choice. My psychodynamic approach is client-centred and strengths-based. This is complemented with a variety of evidence-based techniques to help build positive change in the present, while engaging in your quest for healthier relationships with loved ones, and most importantly, yourself.
I have extensive experience working with individuals and couples from diverse and often marginalized backgrounds at respected organizations including the Canadian Mental Health Association, Family Services Toronto, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, and most recently, Breakaway Addiction Services, where I also clinically supervised other therapists.
Choosing the right therapist for yourself can feel daunting. A trusting therapeutic relationship is the single most important factor in successful outcomes. Meeting face-to-face is the best way to tell whether a therapist is the right fit for you. I provide an initial 30-minute consult free-of-charge to help you make an informed choice. My psychodynamic approach is client-centred and strengths-based. This is complemented with a variety of evidence-based techniques to help build positive change in the present, while engaging in your quest for healthier relationships with loved ones, and most importantly, yourself.
Are you feeling stuck? Are you going through a life transition? Do you want something different for yourself or for your relationships? Find ways to move toward a healthier place in a way that fits for you. Friends and family can be supportive; but, meeting with someone outside of these groups can lead to new insights, perspectives and change. Seeking counselling is a helpful way to get you where you want to be.
Are you feeling stuck? Are you going through a life transition? Do you want something different for yourself or for your relationships? Find ways to move toward a healthier place in a way that fits for you. Friends and family can be supportive; but, meeting with someone outside of these groups can lead to new insights, perspectives and change. Seeking counselling is a helpful way to get you where you want to be.
Joanne Kirzner, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5M (Online Only)
I am a warm, engaging, insightful and eclectic psychotherapist with a keen interest in people and the process of change. I have built my career in the mental health system, working with diverse populations who present with anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship issues, trauma, family of origin issues, bi-polar disorder, etc. I also have a background in addiction work and work from both a harm-reduction and abstinence based model. We start the therapy process where you are. Some of the modalities I employ are CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, psychodynamic therapy and narrative therapy.
I am a warm, engaging, insightful and eclectic psychotherapist with a keen interest in people and the process of change. I have built my career in the mental health system, working with diverse populations who present with anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship issues, trauma, family of origin issues, bi-polar disorder, etc. I also have a background in addiction work and work from both a harm-reduction and abstinence based model. We start the therapy process where you are. Some of the modalities I employ are CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, psychodynamic therapy and narrative therapy.
Willa McCaffrey-Noviss
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, BSC
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5A (Online Only)
I graduated from the University of Toronto's Master of Education in Counselling and Psychotherapy program and completed the Intensive Sex Therapy program at the University of Guelph as well as training and clinical supervision in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems therapy (IFS), and sex therapy.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and I provide virtual therapy services to individuals and couples as well as sex therapy in conjunction with Ontario Sex Therapy clinic. Specialties include: Issues related to sex and sexuality, including exploration, shame, problems with orgasm, and issues involving erectile difficulties; relationship issues, including designing & defining your relationship structure, navigating trust, and communication; and life transitions, such as aging, navigating life after existing in formal educational structures, divorce/breakups, and death.
I graduated from the University of Toronto's Master of Education in Counselling and Psychotherapy program and completed the Intensive Sex Therapy program at the University of Guelph as well as training and clinical supervision in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems therapy (IFS), and sex therapy.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and I provide virtual therapy services to individuals and couples as well as sex therapy in conjunction with Ontario Sex Therapy clinic. Specialties include: Issues related to sex and sexuality, including exploration, shame, problems with orgasm, and issues involving erectile difficulties; relationship issues, including designing & defining your relationship structure, navigating trust, and communication; and life transitions, such as aging, navigating life after existing in formal educational structures, divorce/breakups, and death.
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Hannah Peirce
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5C (Online Only)
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, and perfectionism, and are prone to feelings of shame and guilt. You may notice feeling increasingly disconnected from yourself, as you dedicate yourself to various domains of life including school, work, friendships, family, and romantic relationships. You may be yearning for change, to feel more whole, and yet communicating your feelings or setting boundaries may give rise to feelings of guilt and fears of being "selfish". I have a special interest in supporting individuals with people pleasing tendencies, alongside providing culturally sensitive therapy.
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, and perfectionism, and are prone to feelings of shame and guilt. You may notice feeling increasingly disconnected from yourself, as you dedicate yourself to various domains of life including school, work, friendships, family, and romantic relationships. You may be yearning for change, to feel more whole, and yet communicating your feelings or setting boundaries may give rise to feelings of guilt and fears of being "selfish". I have a special interest in supporting individuals with people pleasing tendencies, alongside providing culturally sensitive therapy.
Lesley Choi
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4T (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed because of transitions or difficult life circumstances? Do you struggle with boundary setting in your personal and work life? Do you feel stuck and alone because you are not fully heard or accepted as who you are? Are you tired of being a people pleaser? As a Chinese Canadian therapist, it is my passion to help Asian and minority populations who are struggling with low mood, anxiety, confidence and boundary issues, as well as emotional wounds from childhood/ family or origin. I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment to help you unravel emotional chaos through a cultural lens.
Are you feeling overwhelmed because of transitions or difficult life circumstances? Do you struggle with boundary setting in your personal and work life? Do you feel stuck and alone because you are not fully heard or accepted as who you are? Are you tired of being a people pleaser? As a Chinese Canadian therapist, it is my passion to help Asian and minority populations who are struggling with low mood, anxiety, confidence and boundary issues, as well as emotional wounds from childhood/ family or origin. I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment to help you unravel emotional chaos through a cultural lens.
My clinical work focuses on issues such as anxiety, depression, parent/child conflict, bullying issues, and assisting children through parental separation and family breakdown.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and former school counsellor who has worked with children and adolescents for over 20 years. I believe empathy, warmth, and understanding are vital to creating a strong alliance with my clients. I am passionate about helping adolescents develop strong resiliency, coping and social skills, and the ability to successfully navigate through life's challenges including anxiety, depression, peer, parent, and school-related issues. My therapeutic approach (CBT, Mindfulness, EFFT, DBT, Family Therapy) varies depending on my clients' needs.
My clinical work focuses on issues such as anxiety, depression, parent/child conflict, bullying issues, and assisting children through parental separation and family breakdown.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and former school counsellor who has worked with children and adolescents for over 20 years. I believe empathy, warmth, and understanding are vital to creating a strong alliance with my clients. I am passionate about helping adolescents develop strong resiliency, coping and social skills, and the ability to successfully navigate through life's challenges including anxiety, depression, peer, parent, and school-related issues. My therapeutic approach (CBT, Mindfulness, EFFT, DBT, Family Therapy) varies depending on my clients' needs.
Cassandra Wolfe
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5C (Online Only)
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.
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.
I have several years of experience working with adolescents, young adults and families on challenges related to stress, anxiety, emotion regulation, relationship issues, grief, parenting, family conflict and life transitions. I offer a gentle, caring and compassionate approach. I believe in the relationship between therapist and client to help individuals to reflect, explore and grow in order to develop successful relationships outside of therapy. Together, we can make sense of thoughts and feelings and connect them to previous and current experiences to change unhelpful patterns so that you can be your best self.
I have several years of experience working with adolescents, young adults and families on challenges related to stress, anxiety, emotion regulation, relationship issues, grief, parenting, family conflict and life transitions. I offer a gentle, caring and compassionate approach. I believe in the relationship between therapist and client to help individuals to reflect, explore and grow in order to develop successful relationships outside of therapy. Together, we can make sense of thoughts and feelings and connect them to previous and current experiences to change unhelpful patterns so that you can be your best self.
Whether you have been in therapy at different points in your life or are considering therapy for the first time, we will work collaboratively for you to gain a better sense of overall well-being. Working together we can identify unhelpful patterns and learn more effective ways of coping as you may find yourself experiencing challenges in life including managing relationships, regulating difficult emotions, dealing with family conflict/issues, struggling with self worth, and adapting to change.
Whether you have been in therapy at different points in your life or are considering therapy for the first time, we will work collaboratively for you to gain a better sense of overall well-being. Working together we can identify unhelpful patterns and learn more effective ways of coping as you may find yourself experiencing challenges in life including managing relationships, regulating difficult emotions, dealing with family conflict/issues, struggling with self worth, and adapting to change.
Agustina De Benedetti
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, MCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5C (Online Only)
- I also specialize in infertility, assisted, & alternative family building counselling (ASRM).
:) WELCOMING NEW CLIENTS - I offer 15-minutes FREE consultation call/ English & Spanish -- My style is down-to-earth and conversational - I believe in the innate strengths and resilience that lie in every person. In this manner, my clients and I work collaboratively exploring and fostering those strengths, while addressing current difficulties, to create meaningful change in their lives. I also believe that every person is unique and has different needs and preferences. For this reason, I offer tailored help to adults, seniors, and couples I have been seeing in my +10 years as a therapist. www.pandocounselling.com
- I also specialize in infertility, assisted, & alternative family building counselling (ASRM).
:) WELCOMING NEW CLIENTS - I offer 15-minutes FREE consultation call/ English & Spanish -- My style is down-to-earth and conversational - I believe in the innate strengths and resilience that lie in every person. In this manner, my clients and I work collaboratively exploring and fostering those strengths, while addressing current difficulties, to create meaningful change in their lives. I also believe that every person is unique and has different needs and preferences. For this reason, I offer tailored help to adults, seniors, and couples I have been seeing in my +10 years as a therapist. www.pandocounselling.com
Hannah E. Peck | Psychotherapy And Supervision
Registered Psychotherapist, CCC, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5S (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I use therapies designed to treat trauma, primarily Internal Family Systems and EMDR, as well as attachment theory, to help you make sense of your symptoms, find self-compassion, and process the past.
I help adults heal from trauma, childhood abuse and neglect, and bullying, allowing them to feel more connected to themselves, to others, and to the life they want to live. Low self-esteem, extreme emotions, intrusive thoughts, social anxiety, and negative body image don't have to get in the way of your relationships and life goals. With therapy, you can improve how you feel toward yourself, find inner calm, and learn how to feel safe and secure in the present.
I use therapies designed to treat trauma, primarily Internal Family Systems and EMDR, as well as attachment theory, to help you make sense of your symptoms, find self-compassion, and process the past.
I help adults heal from trauma, childhood abuse and neglect, and bullying, allowing them to feel more connected to themselves, to others, and to the life they want to live. Low self-esteem, extreme emotions, intrusive thoughts, social anxiety, and negative body image don't have to get in the way of your relationships and life goals. With therapy, you can improve how you feel toward yourself, find inner calm, and learn how to feel safe and secure in the present.
Hello and sorry! - my practice and waitlist are currently full. Please check back in October/November. About me: I am a qwoc-identified, trauma-trained psychotherapist who combines elements of somatic experiencing, internal family systems, mindfulness, meditation and narrative therapy in my work with clients. I support individuals, couples and families around difficulties with mental and emotional health, trauma, identity, relationships, systemic barriers, substance use, self-harm, disability, and many other life experiences. My politics are rooted in decolonization and AOP.
Hello and sorry! - my practice and waitlist are currently full. Please check back in October/November. About me: I am a qwoc-identified, trauma-trained psychotherapist who combines elements of somatic experiencing, internal family systems, mindfulness, meditation and narrative therapy in my work with clients. I support individuals, couples and families around difficulties with mental and emotional health, trauma, identity, relationships, systemic barriers, substance use, self-harm, disability, and many other life experiences. My politics are rooted in decolonization and AOP.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.