Strength-Based Therapists in Markham, ON
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Pui-Yan Katie Leung
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3R (Online Only)
Katie is physically in Hong Kong but still registered in Ontario (receipts are claimable with insurance) and is available for online therapy. Her availablities are after 7PM ET, because it will be her mornings. Most people call Katie at the comfort of their own homes at their schedule after work hours. Pui-Yan Leung, (Katie) is a registered social worker and practicing psychotherapist since 2011. She works with adolescents, parents and adults. Katie is known for her warm and empathetic approach by being fully present, actively listening, and in tune to things you might not notice. Katie works from a client-centred (your
Katie is physically in Hong Kong but still registered in Ontario (receipts are claimable with insurance) and is available for online therapy. Her availablities are after 7PM ET, because it will be her mornings. Most people call Katie at the comfort of their own homes at their schedule after work hours. Pui-Yan Leung, (Katie) is a registered social worker and practicing psychotherapist since 2011. She works with adolescents, parents and adults. Katie is known for her warm and empathetic approach by being fully present, actively listening, and in tune to things you might not notice. Katie works from a client-centred (your
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Therapy takes courage. My approach is supportive, collaborative, and genuine. I balance my knowledge of theory and technique with a non-judgemental, compassionate and affirming environment to support goals and work towards where you want to be in life. I work with adults of various ages, ethnicities, races, religions, sexual orientations, and gender identities. I have extensive experience working with and supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals. I am also proficient in both English and Arabic. Having lived in the Middle East a significant part of my life, I am familiar with the cultural issues.
Therapy takes courage. My approach is supportive, collaborative, and genuine. I balance my knowledge of theory and technique with a non-judgemental, compassionate and affirming environment to support goals and work towards where you want to be in life. I work with adults of various ages, ethnicities, races, religions, sexual orientations, and gender identities. I have extensive experience working with and supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals. I am also proficient in both English and Arabic. Having lived in the Middle East a significant part of my life, I am familiar with the cultural issues.
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Andrea Keel
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3T (Online Only)
You thought you'd have life all figured out by the time you reached your 30s but you're feeling more lost & anxious than ever lately. The pressure of hitting those life milestones (get married, buy a home, have kids, progress your career) leaves your head spinning. You're constantly overthinking, doubting yourself & feeling like your best is never good enough. Not to mention the every day struggle of balancing all of your responsibilities, relationships & goals. Everything has gotten so overwhelming and this isn't where you pictured yourself at this point in your life. You're ready for a change.
You thought you'd have life all figured out by the time you reached your 30s but you're feeling more lost & anxious than ever lately. The pressure of hitting those life milestones (get married, buy a home, have kids, progress your career) leaves your head spinning. You're constantly overthinking, doubting yourself & feeling like your best is never good enough. Not to mention the every day struggle of balancing all of your responsibilities, relationships & goals. Everything has gotten so overwhelming and this isn't where you pictured yourself at this point in your life. You're ready for a change.
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Cassandra Crawford
Registered Social Worker, MSW RSW
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3P
Waitlist for new clients
As the innovative Brené Brown once said "when we deny our story, it defines us, but when we own our story, we can write a brave new ending". We all have a story that's filled with difficult times, hardship and unique experiences that have shaped who you are now. What happens next is up to you, as you have more control than you might think. if you're ready to take the next step in changing your life for the better then I invite you to allow me to be a part of that, where I can offer a safe space free of judgement and criticism. Instead I can help guide you toward your goals offering clarity, perspective and empathic understanding.
As the innovative Brené Brown once said "when we deny our story, it defines us, but when we own our story, we can write a brave new ending". We all have a story that's filled with difficult times, hardship and unique experiences that have shaped who you are now. What happens next is up to you, as you have more control than you might think. if you're ready to take the next step in changing your life for the better then I invite you to allow me to be a part of that, where I can offer a safe space free of judgement and criticism. Instead I can help guide you toward your goals offering clarity, perspective and empathic understanding.
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Julia D'Addurno
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L6E
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone deserves support and encouragement to realize their strengths and work towards a meaningful life. Life gets overwhelming, and when you're feeling down, exhausted, and stressed out, you may feel less motivated to do the things you enjoy. You may also feel disconnected, both from yourself, and others in your life. If you're feeling this way, it probably brought you here. I know how difficult it is to reach out for support, so I hope you can take a moment to acknowledge and appreciate that you are taking this first step. I can't wait to speak with you more and see if we are a good fit. I offer complimentary consultations.
Everyone deserves support and encouragement to realize their strengths and work towards a meaningful life. Life gets overwhelming, and when you're feeling down, exhausted, and stressed out, you may feel less motivated to do the things you enjoy. You may also feel disconnected, both from yourself, and others in your life. If you're feeling this way, it probably brought you here. I know how difficult it is to reach out for support, so I hope you can take a moment to acknowledge and appreciate that you are taking this first step. I can't wait to speak with you more and see if we are a good fit. I offer complimentary consultations.
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Sinthuja Rajkumar
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3T (Online Only)
When individuals experience life stressors or challenges, it can be very exhausting and their lives may seem to unravel. An important first step in the journey of recovery and self-discovery is talking about it with someone. As a Registered Psychotherapist with CRPO, I provide ethical, compassionate, and culturally sensitive care to the youth and adult population through a client-led practice, including accommodation of, and respect for differences in opinions, values, and attitudes across various cultures in a cooperative, anti-oppressive practice.
When individuals experience life stressors or challenges, it can be very exhausting and their lives may seem to unravel. An important first step in the journey of recovery and self-discovery is talking about it with someone. As a Registered Psychotherapist with CRPO, I provide ethical, compassionate, and culturally sensitive care to the youth and adult population through a client-led practice, including accommodation of, and respect for differences in opinions, values, and attitudes across various cultures in a cooperative, anti-oppressive practice.
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Monique Pitt - Bri Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3R (Online Only)
I am a compassionate and creative social worker who aims to serve my clients through a judgement-free approach to counselling. I work with clients to understand their concerns and then support them in developing a plan that promotes their healing and growth. I recognize the need for counselling sessions to be customized to fit the unique needs, interests, and backgrounds of each client and I strive to create a space that will facilitate change for each client in ways that are suitable for them.
I am a compassionate and creative social worker who aims to serve my clients through a judgement-free approach to counselling. I work with clients to understand their concerns and then support them in developing a plan that promotes their healing and growth. I recognize the need for counselling sessions to be customized to fit the unique needs, interests, and backgrounds of each client and I strive to create a space that will facilitate change for each client in ways that are suitable for them.
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Ariette Hung - Self-Esteem + Inner Child
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3R
Currently accepting new patients for in-person and online therapy! Hi, my name is Ariette and I'm an East-Asian therapist based in Toronto, Ontario. Emotions sometimes run high and stress can get to the best of us. As an emotion-focussed therapist, I create a safe space for individuals to sort through their different emotions, work on healing their nervous system, and enact healthy edits to their life so they can reclaim balance and bliss. If you want to heal your stress, attachment and self-esteem issues, let's work on it together!
Currently accepting new patients for in-person and online therapy! Hi, my name is Ariette and I'm an East-Asian therapist based in Toronto, Ontario. Emotions sometimes run high and stress can get to the best of us. As an emotion-focussed therapist, I create a safe space for individuals to sort through their different emotions, work on healing their nervous system, and enact healthy edits to their life so they can reclaim balance and bliss. If you want to heal your stress, attachment and self-esteem issues, let's work on it together!
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Madison Ro
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3P (Online Only)
On our journey of life it's difficult to thrive in any environment when we're feeling disconnected from ourselves. Whatever brings you here, welcome. Let us navigate life's challenges by honoring your unique experiences and perspectives.
On our journey of life it's difficult to thrive in any environment when we're feeling disconnected from ourselves. Whatever brings you here, welcome. Let us navigate life's challenges by honoring your unique experiences and perspectives.
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I am a licensed Occupational Therapist and Psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience. I am committed to providing you with personalized support to meet your specific needs. Whether you are facing stressors, navigating a major life transition, or seeking personal growth, collaboratively we will work together to find what works best for you.
I am a licensed Occupational Therapist and Psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience. I am committed to providing you with personalized support to meet your specific needs. Whether you are facing stressors, navigating a major life transition, or seeking personal growth, collaboratively we will work together to find what works best for you.
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Jasmine S Maharaj Samuel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L6B
As mothers, wives, sisters and coworkers tend to put ourselves last. But we cannot pour from an empty vessel. I am committed to working with women's mental health and wellness encouraging self care, balance. I have worked in the health, education and settlement areas of social work over the past 15 years. I particularly enjoy working with women of all ages. I bring myself wholly into my practice as well as warmth and empathy. I understand that therapy may be scary and make it part of my mission to demystify to whole concept of mental health and wellness.
As mothers, wives, sisters and coworkers tend to put ourselves last. But we cannot pour from an empty vessel. I am committed to working with women's mental health and wellness encouraging self care, balance. I have worked in the health, education and settlement areas of social work over the past 15 years. I particularly enjoy working with women of all ages. I bring myself wholly into my practice as well as warmth and empathy. I understand that therapy may be scary and make it part of my mission to demystify to whole concept of mental health and wellness.
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Do you feel like the weight of past trauma is holding you back from living the life you desire? Are you searching for a way to move beyond the pain and truly heal? You don’t have to face this journey alone. With over 9 years of experience, I help individuals, couples, and families find hope and healing through a therapeutic approach that combines traditional talk therapy with experiential interventions for holistic mind-body wellness.
Do you feel like the weight of past trauma is holding you back from living the life you desire? Are you searching for a way to move beyond the pain and truly heal? You don’t have to face this journey alone. With over 9 years of experience, I help individuals, couples, and families find hope and healing through a therapeutic approach that combines traditional talk therapy with experiential interventions for holistic mind-body wellness.
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Michelle Wan Ying Li
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Markham, ON L3R (Online Only)
Accepting new clients. Are you preoccupied with worries? Are you feeling unfulfilled with your life, stuck in the same pattern unable to move forward? Is there a cultural disconnect creating challenges with embracing your identity? Using a warm and empathic approach, I support individuals experiencing difficulties with emotion dysregulation, coping with trauma and grief, as well as navigating life transitions. As your therapist, my goal is to empower you in reaching your full potential by understanding your emotional burdens, targeting obstacles that may impede growth, and teaching you practical coping strategies.
Accepting new clients. Are you preoccupied with worries? Are you feeling unfulfilled with your life, stuck in the same pattern unable to move forward? Is there a cultural disconnect creating challenges with embracing your identity? Using a warm and empathic approach, I support individuals experiencing difficulties with emotion dysregulation, coping with trauma and grief, as well as navigating life transitions. As your therapist, my goal is to empower you in reaching your full potential by understanding your emotional burdens, targeting obstacles that may impede growth, and teaching you practical coping strategies.
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To develop clear insight of awareness towards our instinctual values, I believe it is critical to embrace, validate and acknowledge one’s individuality. Helping clients process the primary distinction between self-identity and where they want to be, is based on genuinely empathizing and understanding ways that we can best serve clients by applying therapeutic modalities that address their biological, physical and social constraints.
To develop clear insight of awareness towards our instinctual values, I believe it is critical to embrace, validate and acknowledge one’s individuality. Helping clients process the primary distinction between self-identity and where they want to be, is based on genuinely empathizing and understanding ways that we can best serve clients by applying therapeutic modalities that address their biological, physical and social constraints.
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As a therapist, my unwavering commitment to fostering a compassionate and supportive environment has been the cornerstone of my practice. I believe that kindness and empathy are essential ingredients in the therapeutic process, creating a space where clients feel heard, understood, and valued. Guided by a genuine passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges, I am dedicated to establishing a trusting and collaborative relationship with each client. My approach is rooted in the belief that healing and growth occur when therapist and client work together as a team, setting and achieving meaningful goals.
As a therapist, my unwavering commitment to fostering a compassionate and supportive environment has been the cornerstone of my practice. I believe that kindness and empathy are essential ingredients in the therapeutic process, creating a space where clients feel heard, understood, and valued. Guided by a genuine passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges, I am dedicated to establishing a trusting and collaborative relationship with each client. My approach is rooted in the belief that healing and growth occur when therapist and client work together as a team, setting and achieving meaningful goals.
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The Therapeutic Couch
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MC
Verified Verified
Markham, ON L3R (Online Only)
Now accepting clients for phone/video! In life, we take many paths. Some paths are smooth and effortless, while others can be rough and challenging. Sometimes, on a particularly difficult path, we can lose sight of our goals, loved ones, and the connection to our inner selves. On the surface, it may feel like we do not have the strength to get through these hardships. But we believe that we can find it within ourselves to forge new pathways towards happiness. Therapy is empowering! By working through emotions, thoughts, and feelings, you can grow into the person you want to be, and achieve your full potential.
Now accepting clients for phone/video! In life, we take many paths. Some paths are smooth and effortless, while others can be rough and challenging. Sometimes, on a particularly difficult path, we can lose sight of our goals, loved ones, and the connection to our inner selves. On the surface, it may feel like we do not have the strength to get through these hardships. But we believe that we can find it within ourselves to forge new pathways towards happiness. Therapy is empowering! By working through emotions, thoughts, and feelings, you can grow into the person you want to be, and achieve your full potential.
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Eating Disorder Therapist - Monique Yang
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), DTATI, MSc
Verified Verified
Markham, ON L3R (Online Only)
Taking the first steps into therapy is incredibly courageous. I am a therapist who is here to provide you with a safe space where we could explore the factors that have shaped your current circumstances together. Whether your story includes trauma, anxiety, difficulties in managing low mood, interpersonal relationship challenges, struggles with eating disorders, a desire to explore your own identity, and more, my goal is to support you in healing wounds, learn supportive coping skills, better understand feelings, and unlearn the patterns that no longer serve you.
Taking the first steps into therapy is incredibly courageous. I am a therapist who is here to provide you with a safe space where we could explore the factors that have shaped your current circumstances together. Whether your story includes trauma, anxiety, difficulties in managing low mood, interpersonal relationship challenges, struggles with eating disorders, a desire to explore your own identity, and more, my goal is to support you in healing wounds, learn supportive coping skills, better understand feelings, and unlearn the patterns that no longer serve you.
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Nadine Evans, Impart Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3S (Online Only)
My clients experience feelings of overwhelm, neglect, isolation, and anxiety. They feel drained and seek a safe, inclusive environment where they can be heard. Together, we delve into therapeutic approaches aimed at fostering connection and empathy, developing kindness and self-compassion, and devising strategies for coping and growth. My clients often suffer from PMDD or severe PMS, ADHD that is often diagnosed later in life, and resulting anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation that often goes along with these.
My clients experience feelings of overwhelm, neglect, isolation, and anxiety. They feel drained and seek a safe, inclusive environment where they can be heard. Together, we delve into therapeutic approaches aimed at fostering connection and empathy, developing kindness and self-compassion, and devising strategies for coping and growth. My clients often suffer from PMDD or severe PMS, ADHD that is often diagnosed later in life, and resulting anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation that often goes along with these.
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Dr. Benjamin F Armstrong
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Markham, ON L6G (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Change starts with the relationship that we form in the therapy and then continues by building useful skills in and outside of our sessions. In practice this means that I fit best with clients who are interested in (1) understanding more about their thoughts and emotions while also (2) taking clear steps to improve their mental and physical well-being. My job as the therapist is to provide a warm and caring environment to support the client in this process.
Change starts with the relationship that we form in the therapy and then continues by building useful skills in and outside of our sessions. In practice this means that I fit best with clients who are interested in (1) understanding more about their thoughts and emotions while also (2) taking clear steps to improve their mental and physical well-being. My job as the therapist is to provide a warm and caring environment to support the client in this process.
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Shakti Psychotherapy & Wellness - Anjali Prajapati
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc, MACP, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3S (Online Only)
Welcome! Thank you for dropping by. Picking the right therapist can be a tough process. I hope to be able to support you through this process. I work from a holistic lens, which is dedicated to guiding you on a journey of healing and self-discovery. With a deep understanding of the brain and body and a passion for creative arts, I offer a unique therapeutic approach tailored to your individual needs. I integrate evidence-based scientific methods with creative arts therapies to create a holistic healing experience. I work with a variety of clients ranging from children age 8+ to adults.
Welcome! Thank you for dropping by. Picking the right therapist can be a tough process. I hope to be able to support you through this process. I work from a holistic lens, which is dedicated to guiding you on a journey of healing and self-discovery. With a deep understanding of the brain and body and a passion for creative arts, I offer a unique therapeutic approach tailored to your individual needs. I integrate evidence-based scientific methods with creative arts therapies to create a holistic healing experience. I work with a variety of clients ranging from children age 8+ to adults.
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