Manulife Therapists in Markham, ON

****NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS IN VAUGHAN/MISSISSAUGA AND PHONE/VIDEO**** "I am not what has happened to me; I am what I choose to become" -Carl Jung. If you are stuck in the “I wish things had been different” mode,” and feel like there is little hope for change in your life; therapy provides an avenue to be heard, to grieve, to discover acceptance, and create a new future right now, as we work together to formulate small but consistent steps in the present. I believe that each person is unique and brings individualized strengths and skills to forge new paths in their lives and in their relationships. Together, we can reach your goals.

I believe that the first step toward healing within therapy is to establish a trusting connection with your therapist. My goal is to assist individuals, couples, and families in their healing journeys by creating a safe and comforting space, free from judgment and criticism, where such trust can grow. In this space, my clients can be themselves without needing to wear a mask. I am passionate about journeying with my clients because I believe each of their stories is worth telling and hearing – I see each person as an individual with unique strengths and challenges, and who deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.

I am a registered Social Worker (RSW) with eight years of experience providing psychotherapy to individuals and families. I will work with you to develop goals that best suit your needs. I can support you if you're experiencing life transitions: gender identity, sexual orientation, retirement, or change in relationship status—also, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, grief/loss, and self-harm. I use a custom combination of approaches, including Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness through a trauma-informed lens.

If you're feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, stuck, or lost, know that you are not alone! I provide a compassionate and supportive space for individuals and couples to process challenging experiences, thoughts, emotions, and responses to uncover patterns, learnings, strengths, skills, and hope. Having done "the work" myself ensures that I can support you safely and effectively; helps me appreciate your vulnerability, effort, and progress; and equips me to share the best of the many approaches, tools, and strategies I've experienced.

I am driven by my passion for supporting and empowering individuals, particularly young adults, international students, and working professionals, as they navigate through their life challenges. It is my goal to help my clients uncover their strengths, clarify their objectives, and explore their potentials. I deeply value the significance of cultivating a solid therapeutic relationship that is built on trust, mutual respect, and understanding.

Hello and welcome! I specialize in personalized therapy services aimed at fostering growth and healing in individuals from diverse backgrounds. My approach focuses on creating a warm, accepting environment where clients feel empowered to explore their challenges and embark on a journey toward personal transformation. In today's dynamic world, I see emotional difficulties as opportunities for profound self-discovery and positive change. Together, we will navigate through your thoughts, emotions, and relationships to uncover insights and develop practical strategies that promote resilience and well-being.

I specialize in helping people who are facing challenges in their personal and professional lives. I can help if you are having personal issues or if you're facing issues with your loved ones (partner, family member, or children). I can also help if you are dissatisfied or feeling overwhelmed at work. I also can help if you are stressed about a change that is happening in your life. My 15 years in the mental health and counselling fields have allowed me to successfully help many people with a variety of issues and backgrounds. I excel in helping people help themselves.

Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and don’t know what to do next? Are you feeling pressure and behind in life? OR Are you struggling with chronic pain or infertility? If this resonates with you, you are not alone. Together we will work to create safety, help you regain control, and reduce anxiety. We will deepen your trust in yourself to effectively establish and communicate healthy boundaries. My approach is to meet you where you are at, moving at your own pace one step and moment at a time.

Sheril passionately supports individuals and families of all ages throughout their life journey. She comes from a diverse professional background and is a Registered Psychotherapist (qualifying), a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario and has a Master of Divinity in Clinical Counselling from Tyndale University. Throughout her many years in the health care field, Sheril has worked with anxious young adults and struggling parents, as well as caring for depressed geriatrics.

I work from a strength based, insight oriented framework which offers my clients the opportunity to rediscover their self, the strengths they have but have lost the sight of or didn’t get the chance to appreciate. I work with people experiencing depression, anxiety, LD/ADHD, ASD, low self-esteem; marginalized groups, racial minorities; individuals with identity struggles; people who want to build healthy self-assertion, resilience and an improved and positive relationship with self. I believe a positive and empathic relationship with self allows us the capacity to build meaningful and healthy relationships with people around us.

Your mental well-being matters, and Jody Levac is here to help you on your transformative journey. Jody believes one of the key elements to healing is the strength of the psycho-therapeutic relationship. Jody brings compassion, 35 years of healthcare and system knowledge, and a desire to guide people to recovery and strength.

Patrick provides individual, couples and family counselling to those experiencing stressors from work, family or relationships, and to those struggling with mental health issues. He is skilled at helping clients to identify their strengths, and to better understand themselves and their relationships with others. With Patrick as your guide, positive change can happen! Patrick’s ultimate goal is to help his clients to develop more understanding of their strengths and resources, so that his clients can eventually become their own therapists to handle challenges in their lives.

Relationships form the foundation of our lives, and boy can they be challenging. Maybe your relationships - and your life - is being impacted by core beliefs which no longer serve you but are difficult to shake. Perhaps you are experiencing anxiety, hurt, anger, regret, sadness, grief, guilt, shame, or unworthiness. Or maybe you have been othered, marginalized, or traumatized. You are here, perhaps, because you are feeling ready to look more closely at what's hard. I am a witness and a co-explorer of what is true for you - and what you want. I notice your strength, courage, and tenacity, and wisdom, which you may take for grant.

As a counsellor, life coach and ADHD specialist, I draw on extensive experience to customize treatment that address each client’s mental, emotional, spiritual, relational and social needs. Unlike many counsellors who only focus on life issues, my expertise in life coaching is an additional specialty that benefits clients. My proven counselling techniques and practical life coaching tools provide quick results and equip clients with the know-how to self-manage their lives more effectively. I found that the majority of people need life skills training, whether it’s dealing with stress, anger or looking to improve their relationships.

It takes courage and self-awareness to change our old coping mechanisms when life’s stressors become overwhelming. I want to assure you that by checking out what supports are available to you out there, you are taking your first step towards creating meaningful change. I am Mandy Fang, the founder of Hopewoods Psychotherapy and Consulting Services. My 15 years of experience working with adolescents, adults and families with complex needs, combined with my own personal struggles with infertility, provided me with a unique lens to view situations and comprehend the complex emotions behind human suffering.

Welcome and thank you for taking the time to learn about me. Seeking therapy and change takes courage! I believe that each of us are capable of becoming the person we aspire to be and to create the life we want. Life lessons and navigating through adversity is tough. However, with personal growth and learning the right skill set we can combat our struggles fearlessly. I have 20 years experience working with teens and young adults working through anxiety, ADHD, depression, stress, family conflict/divorce, life transitions/changes, and self-esteem.

I believe that asking for help and being vulnerable takes great courage. Therefore, by establishing a healthy therapeutic relationship through a non-judgemental, empathetic, collaborative, and psychodynamic approach, I help you unpack what may be at the core of your concerns and improve your ability to cope with the challenges that brought you to therapy.

At Atia Counselling Group, we specialize in helping you face challenges in your private and professional life. We can help if you have personal issues such as anxiety, anger, addiction, depression, suicide ideation, PTSD, trauma, and life transitions, to name a few. If you are facing problems with your loved ones: partners, family members, children, or teens - we understand where you are and are ready to help get you unstuck.

Enter a place of hope, non- judgment, and solutions. I will assist you concretely, to explore issues, learn lessons, empower yourself and create the life journey of your dreams. My intervention draws upon over 30 years of clinical experience and encompasses Solution Focused, Insight Oriented, EMDR, CBT and many other proven techniques and therapeutic approaches. I am a cancer survivor and can 100% help you transform "fear" to "faith". With your physical conditions, addictions, anxiety/panic, depression, trauma, marital, divorce relationship and other issues, you will see that your past, internal dialogue, thoughts and communication skills are key.