Laurie Kolesa

Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, EFT-E

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

9 Endorsed

Toronto, ON M4P

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(647) 931-6806

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I support both individuals and couples with problematic relational patterns, causing disconnection and distress. If life experiences feel overwhelming, or your relationship is unhappy or in crisis, my role as a therapist is to help you make sense of the past and explore how these challenges contribute to current day emotional reactions and insecurities in personal or professional relationships. This awareness, along with our work together, will be a catalyst for change and motivate you to feel more alive and hopeful in the present and encourage you to experience less fear of the future.

I use evidence-based therapeutic modalities, tailored to meet your needs. With couples, I lean on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), which draws on attachment theory to stabilize the self and your relationship. Our work will help illuminate the negative ‘dance’ couples may fall into and change negative relational patterns which cause distress.

I invite you to reach out and acknowledge it takes courage to do so. If you are curious or have questions, please contact me via email to schedule a free consultation to determine if we are the right fit for each other. The therapeutic connection has a vital role in the overall impact of healing and change. Right now, I am seeing clients virtually.

Call or Email Laurie Kolesa now for a free 15 minute consultation - (647) 931-6806

My Practice at a Glance

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Toronto, ON M4P

(647) 931-6806

My priority is to create a safe and judgement free space where you feel heard and supported. Sessions are conveniently conducted on-line.

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Anger, Grief and Bereavement and Workplace, Professional Stress, Dissatisfaction

$150 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

Let's Connect (647) 931-6806

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for online therapy.

Toronto, ON M4P

(647) 931-6806

My priority is to create a safe and judgement free space where you feel heard and supported. Sessions are conveniently conducted on-line.

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Anger, Grief and Bereavement and Workplace, Professional Stress, Dissatisfaction

$150 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Couple Sessions $200
Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Mastercard, Visa

If relying on benefits, please ensure your insurance plan covers psychotherapy or work with a Registered Psychotherapist.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 931-6806

Laurie Kolesa

Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, EFT-E

If relying on benefits, please ensure your insurance plan covers psychotherapy or work with a Registered Psychotherapist.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 931-6806

Laurie Kolesa

Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, EFT-E

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 10267 Laurie Kolesa
In Practice for 7 Years
Certificate from Adler Graduate Professional School, CBT for Anxiety and Depression, Emotionally Focused Therapy -E CBT, CBT for Anxiety and Depression
Certificate from Wilfred Laurier University, Trauma Certification 2019
Attended Yorkville University, University of Waterloo, BA English Literature, (graduated 2000), Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, with Distinction, Graduated 2023

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (647) 931-6806

Laurie Kolesa

Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, EFT-E

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (647) 931-6806

Laurie Kolesa

Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, EFT-E

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Relationship Issues
Infidelity, Anger, Grief and Bereavement
Workplace, Professional Stress, Dissatisfaction

Expertise

Anxiety
Body Positivity
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Cancer
Chronic Illness
Chronic Pain
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Family Conflict
Grief
Infidelity
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Peer Relationships
Personality Disorders
Self Esteem
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Veterans

Most clients I support struggle with anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences including childhood trauma, workplace stress & dissatisfaction, grief, low self-esteem and relationship issues including conflict, strong emotional reactions, communication issues and/or infidelity.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 931-6806

Laurie Kolesa

Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, EFT-E

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 931-6806

Laurie Kolesa

Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, EFT-E

9 Endorsements

Emily Baker

Counsellor, CCC, BA, MA

I highly recommend Laurie Kolesa for her psychotherapy services based on her ability to create a warm, welcoming environment for her clients. It is clear that Laurie's empathetic approach helps her client's feel seen, heard, and accepted.

Paula Rossley

Registered Psychotherapist, RP

Laurie is a skilled, compassionate couples therapist. Whatever the reason for attending, couples experience a space to unburden themselves and understand the cycle they are in. Through Laurie's guidance, clients feel hopeful they can overcome their issues.

Cierra Garrow

Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP, RP, RMFT, EFT-C

Laurie creates a supportive and empowering environment for her clients. Her commitment to ongoing professional development ensures that she remains at the forefront of therapeutic approaches, providing her clients with the highest standard of care.

Chantale Pamplin

Counsellor, MA, RRT, RCC

During our MA studies, I was impressed that Laurie was already a practicing Psychotherapist and she was simply in the program to continue her education. Laurie has supports a multitude of client problems, and is a wonderful role-model for her peers.

Ashley Foster

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, EMDR, CCTP, BA

Working with Laurie means you will always be heard and seen, and met where you are at. Laurie exudes warmth in and out of the therapy room. She'll walk with you as you learn or re-learn to prioritize yourself while establishing healthy boundaries.

Darbey Carlson

Registered Psychotherapist, EMDR-C, MSc, MA, HBA

Laurie is a warm, empathic clinician who cares deeply about the work she does with the individuals and couples she crosses paths with. Her priority of client care is obvious in her willingness to continuously learn, and in meeting people where they're at.

Kate Babetin

Registered Psychotherapist, BA, DIP, RP

Robin Banister

Registered Psychotherapist, RP

Maria Sotos

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BSc, RP

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Bereavement Focused
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Emotionally Focused
Existential
Family / Marital
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Psychodynamic
Relational
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

Research in neurobiology validates the effectiveness and lasting benefits of talk therapy (psychodynamic therapy) linked to increased self-knowledge and improvements in anxiety, depression, stress and trauma, strong emotional reactions and unhealthy relational patterns.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 931-6806

Laurie Kolesa

Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, EFT-E

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 931-6806

Laurie Kolesa

Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, EFT-E

Location

Primary Location

Toronto, ON M4P

(647) 931-6806

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Toronto

Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

Central Toronto

My priority is to create a safe and judgement free space where you feel heard and supported. Sessions are conveniently conducted on-line.

Call for a free consultation now - (647) 931-6806

Laurie Kolesa

Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, EFT-E

My priority is to create a safe and judgement free space where you feel heard and supported. Sessions are conveniently conducted on-line.

Call for a free consultation now - (647) 931-6806

Laurie Kolesa

Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, EFT-E