Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Scarborough, ON

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Maram Khalif
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Scarborough, ON M1L  (Online Only)
I work with couples, individuals, lgbtq2s+, neuro-diversity, and transgender/non-binary individuals as well as having/had diagnosis of schizophrenia, bipolar, BPD & NPD.
If you're navigating relationship challenges, exploring self-identity including gender and sexuality, or facing societal limitations, I'm here to support you. My approach is warm, empathetic, and accepting, creating a safe space for you to dream, grow, and heal. Together, we'll address trauma, past injustices, and explore themes of personal power and healthy assertiveness in your life and relationships. Let's collaborate to embrace your full potential.
I work with couples, individuals, lgbtq2s+, neuro-diversity, and transgender/non-binary individuals as well as having/had diagnosis of schizophrenia, bipolar, BPD & NPD.
If you're navigating relationship challenges, exploring self-identity including gender and sexuality, or facing societal limitations, I'm here to support you. My approach is warm, empathetic, and accepting, creating a safe space for you to dream, grow, and heal. Together, we'll address trauma, past injustices, and explore themes of personal power and healthy assertiveness in your life and relationships. Let's collaborate to embrace your full potential.
(647) 691-4344 View (647) 691-4344
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Esra Magsoud
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1S  (Online Only)
I provide individual, couples & family therapy to children, youth & adults. Deciding to seek therapy is an important step forward & I look forward to supporting you on your journey of personal growth. Whether you desire to make strides in your emotional, personal, social, or mental health, I will facilitate positive changes to improve your quality of life. I believe that safely & openly exploring your emotions in a positive & helpful environment is crucial. We will collaboratively create treatment plans & goals together, according to your unique needs, preferences & values. I apply an intersectional lens to promote cultural safety.
I provide individual, couples & family therapy to children, youth & adults. Deciding to seek therapy is an important step forward & I look forward to supporting you on your journey of personal growth. Whether you desire to make strides in your emotional, personal, social, or mental health, I will facilitate positive changes to improve your quality of life. I believe that safely & openly exploring your emotions in a positive & helpful environment is crucial. We will collaboratively create treatment plans & goals together, according to your unique needs, preferences & values. I apply an intersectional lens to promote cultural safety.
(289) 802-0948 View (289) 802-0948
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Ola Kuforiji
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1C
NEW patients welcome. Do you ever have the thought, ‘how did I get here?’? From navigating your relationships to your career to your sense of self, you might feel disconnected from the life you once dreamed of —like you’ve lost that spark of joy. Therapy offers an opportunity to see your life from a different perspective & to open up new paths forward. I bring my own lived experience & mental health journey to my practice. I know the challenges & insights that come with seeking help & I understand how scary it can feel to be unsure of your next step. Together we can find a direction forward that feels authentic & fulfilling to you.
NEW patients welcome. Do you ever have the thought, ‘how did I get here?’? From navigating your relationships to your career to your sense of self, you might feel disconnected from the life you once dreamed of —like you’ve lost that spark of joy. Therapy offers an opportunity to see your life from a different perspective & to open up new paths forward. I bring my own lived experience & mental health journey to my practice. I know the challenges & insights that come with seeking help & I understand how scary it can feel to be unsure of your next step. Together we can find a direction forward that feels authentic & fulfilling to you.
(289) 301-1344 View (289) 301-1344
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Tijana Pesic
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Scarborough, ON M1G
I provide individual, couples & family therapy. Do you feel burdened by your thoughts? Are feeling overwhelmed? Do you find it challenging to fall asleep at night? Do you wish that you could just turn your mind off, to finally get a few moments of peace? I can help you take your life back, feel better, experience ease of being and get more restful sleep. I help individuals overcome anxiety, depression, burnout, overwhelm & stress. I also help couples who have many unmet needs; feel frustrated, resentful & angry in their relationship; struggle to communicate effectively; no longer experience intimacy or have lost trust.
I provide individual, couples & family therapy. Do you feel burdened by your thoughts? Are feeling overwhelmed? Do you find it challenging to fall asleep at night? Do you wish that you could just turn your mind off, to finally get a few moments of peace? I can help you take your life back, feel better, experience ease of being and get more restful sleep. I help individuals overcome anxiety, depression, burnout, overwhelm & stress. I also help couples who have many unmet needs; feel frustrated, resentful & angry in their relationship; struggle to communicate effectively; no longer experience intimacy or have lost trust.
(437) 747-8453 View (437) 747-8453
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Carruthers Counselling Ontario
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1C  (Online Only)
I recognize that asking for help is never easy and I aim to create a welcoming and judgment free space so that we can work together towards your goals. Each session is tailored to what you want to focus on - there is no such thing as a problem too small. Counselling is a way to explore what we are experiencing in a new mindset - with my ultimate goal being to leave you feeling empowered. I have experience counselling over 1000 individuals which has allowed me to explore a vast range of topics.
I recognize that asking for help is never easy and I aim to create a welcoming and judgment free space so that we can work together towards your goals. Each session is tailored to what you want to focus on - there is no such thing as a problem too small. Counselling is a way to explore what we are experiencing in a new mindset - with my ultimate goal being to leave you feeling empowered. I have experience counselling over 1000 individuals which has allowed me to explore a vast range of topics.
(289) 273-8031 View (289) 273-8031
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Aggie Trzeciak
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1R  (Online Only)
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, challenging relationships, loss of a sense of self or past trauma that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, ability to function, or your work? Maybe you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, lost, living up to someone else’s standards, just getting through the day, or having the thought that there’s no light at the end of the tunnel. Do you wish that these aspects could be better but don’t know where to start? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and disconnected about their struggles.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, challenging relationships, loss of a sense of self or past trauma that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, ability to function, or your work? Maybe you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, lost, living up to someone else’s standards, just getting through the day, or having the thought that there’s no light at the end of the tunnel. Do you wish that these aspects could be better but don’t know where to start? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and disconnected about their struggles.
(289) 212-7479 View (289) 212-7479
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Ola Kuforiji
Registered Social Worker, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1M
I am accepting NEW patients for individual & couples therapy to youth (13+) and adults via phone & video across Ontario. I have over a decade of experience working in different areas of mental health – from programming in TDSB, conducting research at CAMH and working as a Student Wellness Counsellor at McMaster University. I bring my own lived experience & mental health journey to my practice. I know the challenges & insights that come with seeking help & I understand how scary it can feel to be unsure of your next step. Together we can find a direction forward that feels authentic & fulfilling to you.
I am accepting NEW patients for individual & couples therapy to youth (13+) and adults via phone & video across Ontario. I have over a decade of experience working in different areas of mental health – from programming in TDSB, conducting research at CAMH and working as a Student Wellness Counsellor at McMaster University. I bring my own lived experience & mental health journey to my practice. I know the challenges & insights that come with seeking help & I understand how scary it can feel to be unsure of your next step. Together we can find a direction forward that feels authentic & fulfilling to you.
(289) 273-7987 View (289) 273-7987
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Susan M Reed
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, OACCPP, IABMCP, RP
Verified Verified
Scarborough, ON M1E
I have a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology and hold Diplomate status in both Counseling and Psychotherapy with The International Academy of Behavioral Medicine, Counseling and Psychotherapy (IABMCP). I am a clinical member of the College of Psychotherapists of Ontario and a clinical member of the OACCPP. I work in full-time private practice, providing trauma imformed CBT. I also have extensive experience working with Employee Assistance Programs and in Rehabilitation. My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, relationship and sexual issues, narcissism, divorce and parenting concerns. .
I have a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology and hold Diplomate status in both Counseling and Psychotherapy with The International Academy of Behavioral Medicine, Counseling and Psychotherapy (IABMCP). I am a clinical member of the College of Psychotherapists of Ontario and a clinical member of the OACCPP. I work in full-time private practice, providing trauma imformed CBT. I also have extensive experience working with Employee Assistance Programs and in Rehabilitation. My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, relationship and sexual issues, narcissism, divorce and parenting concerns. .
(416) 778-7316 View (416) 778-7316
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Sahana Jeyakumar
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Scarborough, ON M1G
Currently, I provide therapy for teens, adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations and overall emotion regulation concerns in both community and hospital settings. Whether these concerns are intensified due to school, life transitions, interpersonal conflict, or loss, I am looking forward to collaboratively working with my clients to alleviate some of their burdens. My approach is solution focused and short term especially for my teen and adolescent clients who are trying to keep up with the demands of school and work.
Currently, I provide therapy for teens, adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations and overall emotion regulation concerns in both community and hospital settings. Whether these concerns are intensified due to school, life transitions, interpersonal conflict, or loss, I am looking forward to collaboratively working with my clients to alleviate some of their burdens. My approach is solution focused and short term especially for my teen and adolescent clients who are trying to keep up with the demands of school and work.
(289) 216-6904 View (289) 216-6904
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Philip Ames
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1N  (Online Only)
How to find hope? How do you heal the ache you feel inside? If you are feeling overwhelmed, engaging in therapy can help you feel calm again. You may be struggling with anxiety or panic and nothing seems to work to get rid of it! As a result you feel limited in your relationships or work. Growing frustration with continued anxiety can block you from creating the life you desire. Anxiety and panic attacks can feel like annoying house guests who EAT everything in your FRIDGE and never, ever LEAVE.
How to find hope? How do you heal the ache you feel inside? If you are feeling overwhelmed, engaging in therapy can help you feel calm again. You may be struggling with anxiety or panic and nothing seems to work to get rid of it! As a result you feel limited in your relationships or work. Growing frustration with continued anxiety can block you from creating the life you desire. Anxiety and panic attacks can feel like annoying house guests who EAT everything in your FRIDGE and never, ever LEAVE.
(647) 370-8803 View (647) 370-8803
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Bloom Clinical Care | Vikas Keshri
Registered Social Worker, BSc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1H
You are confused, angry, frustrated or keep blaming yourself. Your sleep is disturbed or your brain is working non-stop. You feel exhausted and you have difficulty staying focused. You have isolated yourself, find yourself crying frequently, don't feel happy, avoid certain situations, keep getting into arguments, get angry, or end up sabotaging relationships. You are stressed from work or school. You are experiencing conflicts in your relationship. You may have suicidal thoughts. I have vast experience working and supporting people experiencing depression, anxiety, guilt, anger, low self-esteem, grief & bereavement, stress, relationship issues and mental health challenges.
You are confused, angry, frustrated or keep blaming yourself. Your sleep is disturbed or your brain is working non-stop. You feel exhausted and you have difficulty staying focused. You have isolated yourself, find yourself crying frequently, don't feel happy, avoid certain situations, keep getting into arguments, get angry, or end up sabotaging relationships. You are stressed from work or school. You are experiencing conflicts in your relationship. You may have suicidal thoughts. I have vast experience working and supporting people experiencing depression, anxiety, guilt, anger, low self-esteem, grief & bereavement, stress, relationship issues and mental health challenges.
(289) 302-8313 View (289) 302-8313
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3 Chords Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1P  (Online Only)
Our team is ready to help you achieve your goals. We have a large team with a number of therapists that cover a wide range of presenting issues. Let us help you find the right fit!
Our team is ready to help you achieve your goals. We have a large team with a number of therapists that cover a wide range of presenting issues. Let us help you find the right fit!
(647) 692-2268 View (647) 692-2268
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Nadia Henriksen
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, MSc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1R  (Online Only)
Taking the first step toward self-care and healing can be intimidating! I understand, empathize, and welcome you to share your story within a safe, accepting, and non-judgemental space. Each person is an expert in the story of their own lives – no one knows you better than you know yourself. My role is to help facilitate change, promote positive growth, and foster healing. Using integrative approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and the tools of mindfulness, I help adults and adolescents move past stuck feelings of fear, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Taking the first step toward self-care and healing can be intimidating! I understand, empathize, and welcome you to share your story within a safe, accepting, and non-judgemental space. Each person is an expert in the story of their own lives – no one knows you better than you know yourself. My role is to help facilitate change, promote positive growth, and foster healing. Using integrative approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and the tools of mindfulness, I help adults and adolescents move past stuck feelings of fear, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
(289) 206-9083 View (289) 206-9083
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Private Practice
Registered Social Worker, BAA(SW), MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1N
I work with clients 18 and over. Being motivated to change is certainly a plus but not a prerequisite as I do appreciate that change can be very difficult. I also provide highly effective supervision to clinicians of varying experience. Note: My Practice is completely virtual
I work with clients 18 and over. Being motivated to change is certainly a plus but not a prerequisite as I do appreciate that change can be very difficult. I also provide highly effective supervision to clinicians of varying experience. Note: My Practice is completely virtual
(844) 817-0148 View (844) 817-0148
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Keschey Marcelle
Registered Psychotherapist, BScN, MA, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1G  (Online Only)
The decision to begin therapy can be an unnerving experience, and the first step can be daunting. Therapy can be part of a transformative journey of inner exploration to gain insight into your thoughts, emotions, past experiences and relationship dynamics. Our goal in working together is to facilitate the development of more self-compassion, flexibility in your coping strategies and empowerment to abide by your values and true self. Your desire to successfully navigate life’s many challenges through understanding yourself, recognizing your strengths and learning new skills is supported with therapy.
The decision to begin therapy can be an unnerving experience, and the first step can be daunting. Therapy can be part of a transformative journey of inner exploration to gain insight into your thoughts, emotions, past experiences and relationship dynamics. Our goal in working together is to facilitate the development of more self-compassion, flexibility in your coping strategies and empowerment to abide by your values and true self. Your desire to successfully navigate life’s many challenges through understanding yourself, recognizing your strengths and learning new skills is supported with therapy.
(289) 210-5907 View (289) 210-5907
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Megan Gasparotto
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Scarborough, ON M1M
Over the past fourteen years I have worked with adolescents, youth, adults and families in several different settings including community mental health, hospital, crisis services, school and live in treatment homes. I have worked with people experiencing a wide range of complex needs and challenges such as developmental, cognitive, physical and mental. I am a registered social worker in both Ontario and British Columbia.
Over the past fourteen years I have worked with adolescents, youth, adults and families in several different settings including community mental health, hospital, crisis services, school and live in treatment homes. I have worked with people experiencing a wide range of complex needs and challenges such as developmental, cognitive, physical and mental. I am a registered social worker in both Ontario and British Columbia.
(289) 236-1215 View (289) 236-1215
AAA Wellness and Rehab, Inc.
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW, RP(Q), MACP
Verified Verified
Scarborough, ON M1B  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients, No Waitlist! — Student Health Plans Accepted! — Are you overwhelmed? Are you procrastinating and want to stop? Do you not feel like yourself anymore? Are you feeling "on edge"? Are past traumas impacting your current relationships? Or, do you want to set and meet goals in your life but aren't sure where to start? — Taking that big first step of reaching out can be scary and intimidating, but it is a step forward that is for YOU. Therapy can give you an "outside" perspective that you need to make progress with your goals. — Reach out to set up a free 15-minute call to meet one of our therapists!
Accepting New Clients, No Waitlist! — Student Health Plans Accepted! — Are you overwhelmed? Are you procrastinating and want to stop? Do you not feel like yourself anymore? Are you feeling "on edge"? Are past traumas impacting your current relationships? Or, do you want to set and meet goals in your life but aren't sure where to start? — Taking that big first step of reaching out can be scary and intimidating, but it is a step forward that is for YOU. Therapy can give you an "outside" perspective that you need to make progress with your goals. — Reach out to set up a free 15-minute call to meet one of our therapists!
(289) 274-8025 View (289) 274-8025
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Benn Brisland
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CYC
Verified Verified
Scarborough, ON M1N
I offer brief and long-term individual counseling, to pre-teens, adolescents, adults, and families. I especially welcome queer, trans and gender-diverse clients and those who support them; neurodivergent folks; those wanting to improve their mental health and those wanting to address substance use and/or addiction.
I offer brief and long-term individual counseling, to pre-teens, adolescents, adults, and families. I especially welcome queer, trans and gender-diverse clients and those who support them; neurodivergent folks; those wanting to improve their mental health and those wanting to address substance use and/or addiction.
(437) 371-2433 View (437) 371-2433
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Christine Faihz
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Scarborough, ON M1K  (Online Only)
Are you stuck in a negative thought spiral? Are you feeling sad, lonely, overwhelmed, and heartbroken? I will help you. For over 26 years I have helped people successfully work through many of life’s challenges, and transitions such as, Infidelity, re-building trust, separation and divorce, childhood sexual abuse, Trauma and (P.T.S.D); I help people struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, loneliness, as well as feelings of grief & loss. I offer a safe, reflective, judgement free space for you to share your story and begin to heal. Alternative lifestyle positive. Please don’t struggle alone, I can help you.
Are you stuck in a negative thought spiral? Are you feeling sad, lonely, overwhelmed, and heartbroken? I will help you. For over 26 years I have helped people successfully work through many of life’s challenges, and transitions such as, Infidelity, re-building trust, separation and divorce, childhood sexual abuse, Trauma and (P.T.S.D); I help people struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, loneliness, as well as feelings of grief & loss. I offer a safe, reflective, judgement free space for you to share your story and begin to heal. Alternative lifestyle positive. Please don’t struggle alone, I can help you.
(365) 645-6472 View (365) 645-6472
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Myroslava O. Tyzkyj
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RVT, RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1M  (Online Only)
I see you. You’re tired of struggling and feeling like you're always messing things up. You just want things to be easier and to find some peace, but you don't know how. I get that it can be hard to feel motivated to do the things you know will make you feel better. It's hard to know how to change when you're not even sure who you are. It's painful to feel misunderstood and hard to have to figure it out all on your own. Somehow, you know you need to get out of your own way, you just don't know where to start. Don’t worry, I’ve got you. You aren’t doomed to feel this way forever. I’ll walk with you, to help you to find your way out.
I see you. You’re tired of struggling and feeling like you're always messing things up. You just want things to be easier and to find some peace, but you don't know how. I get that it can be hard to feel motivated to do the things you know will make you feel better. It's hard to know how to change when you're not even sure who you are. It's painful to feel misunderstood and hard to have to figure it out all on your own. Somehow, you know you need to get out of your own way, you just don't know where to start. Don’t worry, I’ve got you. You aren’t doomed to feel this way forever. I’ll walk with you, to help you to find your way out.
(437) 747-0927 View (437) 747-0927
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Bipolar Disorder Counsellors

What is the most successful approach to treating bipolar disorder?

Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, and a number of therapies have been found effective in providing support to patients as they gain the skills to understand and manage the disorder. Family-focused therapy is often helpful for children and teens (the majority of cases develop before age 19); it aims to minimize mood cycling by improving family communication and reducing conflict. It also helps young people navigate the developmental challenges the disorder can create. Cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) and variants such as Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)help patients manage the thoughts and feelings that influence bipolar mood swings as well as develop specific behavioral strategies to counteract them.

What happens in therapy for bipolar disorder?

Because the patterns of mood switching and its triggers differ for each person and can change over time, mood tracking or monitoring becomes a basic way patients learn about the nature of their condition. One of the most common features of therapy is finding a workable method of mood monitoring, in which patients track their daily activities and rate their moods, then use the findings to adjust routines accordingly. Patients learn ways of handling the many stresses that arise in life so that they do not trigger mood swings.

What kinds of problems does therapy help with?

Like many other mental health disorders, BPD is heavily influenced by stress; therapy provides skills for coping with stressors of all kinds. Therapy is extremely important for helping individuals identify the situations that may trigger mood switching, so that mood swings can be prevented. Therapy may especially target recognition of the early stages of mood change so that they can be managed. In addition, therapy helps patients deal with the significant amount of turbulence the disorder can create in relationships and in work life.

What is the goal of therapy for bipolar disorder?

Therapy helps patients set up their lives to maintain stability so that their mood isn’t constantly threatened by daily events. Perhaps the first task of therapy is to educate people about the nature of the disorder. At the same time, a primary goal of therapy is to enhance adherence to drug treatment. Extended periods of mood stability can prompt patients to discontinue medication, triggering relapse, while the early phases of manic episodes can feel so energizing that patients stop medication, ushering in full-blown mania and the altered self-perception that can lead to destructive behaviors. Another major goal of therapy is to understand one’s mood patterns so as to minimize both the frequency and intensity of mood cycling.