Anxiety Therapists in Thornhill, ON
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I offer Mindfulness Psychotherapy virtually to individuals and couples looking for a safe, and non-judgmental space to help them navigate through their overwhelming feelings and challenges. My specialty is giving individuals tools to help move through stress, anxiety, depression and relationship issues. I use Mindfulness in my practice to help individuals cope with life’s constant changes, along with other useful modalities.
I offer Mindfulness Psychotherapy virtually to individuals and couples looking for a safe, and non-judgmental space to help them navigate through their overwhelming feelings and challenges. My specialty is giving individuals tools to help move through stress, anxiety, depression and relationship issues. I use Mindfulness in my practice to help individuals cope with life’s constant changes, along with other useful modalities.
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Bahareh Melika Hajiaghaei
Registered Psychotherapist, MPsyc, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornhill, ON L4J (Online Only)
I am currently accepting new clients and offering online sessions. My expertise includes supporting individuals in managing anxiety, depression, specific phobias, stress, anger, significant life transitions, grief and loss, self-esteem and confidence issues, OCD (obsessive/compulsive disorder), relationship challenges, and both recent and unresolved trauma.
I am currently accepting new clients and offering online sessions. My expertise includes supporting individuals in managing anxiety, depression, specific phobias, stress, anger, significant life transitions, grief and loss, self-esteem and confidence issues, OCD (obsessive/compulsive disorder), relationship challenges, and both recent and unresolved trauma.
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I have dedicated my psychotherapy practice to supporting individuals in navigating challenging life circumstances. Are you looking to process and heal trauma lingering from your childhood or your past? Perhaps you hope to build a healthier, more compassionate, and accepting, relationship with yourself. A supportive and compassionate therapist can help you navigate deep-seated core issues such as unworthiness, "never good enough", shame, perfectionism, or self-doubt. I also support individuals with anxiety, depression, relationships, low self-esteem, and grief. I have extensive trauma experience. I also treat chronic pain/disability.
I have dedicated my psychotherapy practice to supporting individuals in navigating challenging life circumstances. Are you looking to process and heal trauma lingering from your childhood or your past? Perhaps you hope to build a healthier, more compassionate, and accepting, relationship with yourself. A supportive and compassionate therapist can help you navigate deep-seated core issues such as unworthiness, "never good enough", shame, perfectionism, or self-doubt. I also support individuals with anxiety, depression, relationships, low self-esteem, and grief. I have extensive trauma experience. I also treat chronic pain/disability.
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York Region Healing Arts
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, Hons, MA, RP, ECPC
Verified Verified
Thornhill, ON L3T
Are you looking to make some positive changes in your life? Are you tired of being stuck in a rut? If you are struggling with life transitions, relationship difficulties, stress, anxiety or depression we provide a warm environment to explore those struggles in order to work with you to create the life that you want to live. Stefanie is a registered psychotherapist and certified life coach and utilizes skills from both areas to work through those difficulties. We also offer flexible scheduling times such as weekdays, evenings, and weekends.
Are you looking to make some positive changes in your life? Are you tired of being stuck in a rut? If you are struggling with life transitions, relationship difficulties, stress, anxiety or depression we provide a warm environment to explore those struggles in order to work with you to create the life that you want to live. Stefanie is a registered psychotherapist and certified life coach and utilizes skills from both areas to work through those difficulties. We also offer flexible scheduling times such as weekdays, evenings, and weekends.
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I am an accomplished and compassionate clinical social worker who has been practicing psychotherapy for over 25 years in various clinical settings. I bring a wide range of skilled approaches to therapy sessions, and have extensive experience working with clients of all ages, backgrounds and complex life situations. My fields of specialization include anxiety and depression, transitions across the life course, caregiving, chronic illness, dementia, grief and bereavement, family dynamics and school and workplace stress. I am licensed in the provinces of Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
I am an accomplished and compassionate clinical social worker who has been practicing psychotherapy for over 25 years in various clinical settings. I bring a wide range of skilled approaches to therapy sessions, and have extensive experience working with clients of all ages, backgrounds and complex life situations. My fields of specialization include anxiety and depression, transitions across the life course, caregiving, chronic illness, dementia, grief and bereavement, family dynamics and school and workplace stress. I am licensed in the provinces of Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
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Lauren Goldhamer
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd
Verified Verified
Thornhill, ON L3T (Online Only)
I have been helping people with eating disorders, anxiety, and self-esteem- based concerns for over twenty years. I have worked in residential, public service, and private practice settings and know the impact these difficulties can have, potentially affecting your health, happiness, relationships, and quality of life. I strive to combine insight, compassion and warmth with practical guidance, and skill building. Together we will work towards the goal of “becoming your own therapist”, so that you can maintain the changes and continue to grow long after formal therapy has ended.
I have been helping people with eating disorders, anxiety, and self-esteem- based concerns for over twenty years. I have worked in residential, public service, and private practice settings and know the impact these difficulties can have, potentially affecting your health, happiness, relationships, and quality of life. I strive to combine insight, compassion and warmth with practical guidance, and skill building. Together we will work towards the goal of “becoming your own therapist”, so that you can maintain the changes and continue to grow long after formal therapy has ended.
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I specialize in guiding individuals through anxiety, depression, addiction and relationship challenges; I offer individual, couples and family therapy.
Discover your inner strength and resilience through therapy. Together, we can navigate life's obstacles and uncover your true potential. Let's embark on this journey towards healing and growth together."
I specialize in guiding individuals through anxiety, depression, addiction and relationship challenges; I offer individual, couples and family therapy.
Discover your inner strength and resilience through therapy. Together, we can navigate life's obstacles and uncover your true potential. Let's embark on this journey towards healing and growth together."
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I am a registered psychotherapist who speaks Korean and English. I provide psychotherapy practice to individuals, families and couples therapy in both face-to-face and virtual settings. Treatment focuses include depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, conflict resolution, stress-related issues, anger management, and life transition.
I am a registered psychotherapist who speaks Korean and English. I provide psychotherapy practice to individuals, families and couples therapy in both face-to-face and virtual settings. Treatment focuses include depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, conflict resolution, stress-related issues, anger management, and life transition.
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Carrie Mazzei and Sareen Cagliuzun
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CYW, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Thornhill, ON L4J
We have experience working with a spectrum of mental health challenges; anxiety depression, relationship difficulties, challenges with self esteem and self-worth, learning and attention difficulties, parenting/co-parenting challenges, behavioural challenges, school refusal and attendance challenges, student & work related tress, stress management.
Carrie Mazzei, RP, and Sareen Cagliuzun, RSW, and team together have over 18 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families struggling with a spectrum of mental health challenges. Our goal is to help clients shift from a mindset of ‘just getting by’ to actively living a more balanced and meaningful life. We don’t believe in a one size fits all approach and believe that you are the expert of yourself and your needs. You know where you hope to end up, and our job is to help you get there. Counselling can be provided virtually, at our private space, or in the comfort of your own home.
We have experience working with a spectrum of mental health challenges; anxiety depression, relationship difficulties, challenges with self esteem and self-worth, learning and attention difficulties, parenting/co-parenting challenges, behavioural challenges, school refusal and attendance challenges, student & work related tress, stress management.
Carrie Mazzei, RP, and Sareen Cagliuzun, RSW, and team together have over 18 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families struggling with a spectrum of mental health challenges. Our goal is to help clients shift from a mindset of ‘just getting by’ to actively living a more balanced and meaningful life. We don’t believe in a one size fits all approach and believe that you are the expert of yourself and your needs. You know where you hope to end up, and our job is to help you get there. Counselling can be provided virtually, at our private space, or in the comfort of your own home.
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I have interest in helping people with anxiety disorders (social, health and generalized anxiety disorders, specific phobias, agoraphobia and panic disorders) as well as depression, trichotillomania and body-focused repetitive behaviours. I also work with people experiencing situational anxiety in relation to specific issues, such as personal issues (poor self-esteem/self-confidence, past or current emotional or physical trauma), family/parenting issues, relationship issues, marital conflict or dissolution and school or vocational issues. I offer in-person and virtual/online sessions to make psychotherapy accessible for everyone.
I have interest in helping people with anxiety disorders (social, health and generalized anxiety disorders, specific phobias, agoraphobia and panic disorders) as well as depression, trichotillomania and body-focused repetitive behaviours. I also work with people experiencing situational anxiety in relation to specific issues, such as personal issues (poor self-esteem/self-confidence, past or current emotional or physical trauma), family/parenting issues, relationship issues, marital conflict or dissolution and school or vocational issues. I offer in-person and virtual/online sessions to make psychotherapy accessible for everyone.
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During these very difficult times, many people are left feeling increasingly alone and anxious. Does your worry and anxiousness limit your relationships, your work or your studies? You want to overcome your emotional distress, make positive changes in your life and feel good. You would like to lead a life which is more meaningful, happier and more successful, but somehow it does not work out. You feel you can't make the changes you want to see. Call me now to find together a roadmap to a better life and to overcome these barriers.
During these very difficult times, many people are left feeling increasingly alone and anxious. Does your worry and anxiousness limit your relationships, your work or your studies? You want to overcome your emotional distress, make positive changes in your life and feel good. You would like to lead a life which is more meaningful, happier and more successful, but somehow it does not work out. You feel you can't make the changes you want to see. Call me now to find together a roadmap to a better life and to overcome these barriers.
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Jennifer Shneer
Registered Social Worker, AWCCA, MSW, RSW, CT
Verified Verified
Thornhill, ON L4J (Online Only)
Some of the things you may be experiencing: intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, trauma-related fears, panic, avoidance, numbing, detachment from others, irritability, guilt, shame, general anxiety, sleep disturbances, difficulty concentrating.
As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying practical therapeutic approaches and techniques, we may discover long-standing behaviour patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Growth is definitely in your hands!
Some of the things you may be experiencing: intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, trauma-related fears, panic, avoidance, numbing, detachment from others, irritability, guilt, shame, general anxiety, sleep disturbances, difficulty concentrating.
As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying practical therapeutic approaches and techniques, we may discover long-standing behaviour patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Growth is definitely in your hands!
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Nadia Yuen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Thornhill, ON L4J (Online Only)
More specifically, I guide individuals through challenges like anxiety, relationship breakups, OCD, depression, and life transitions.
Did life just throw more than one lemon at you? Perhaps you got hit with ten, and now there are just too many to make lemonade and you’re feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, sad/lonely, and falling apart. I hear you. I see you…and I want to help. I specialize in helping people feel better by using techniques that are supported by facts and research. I help clients gain a deeper understanding of how small changes in their thinking can have a significant impact on their mood and behaviour. We'll also have an opportunity to discuss short-term and long-term goals and how we would get there together.
More specifically, I guide individuals through challenges like anxiety, relationship breakups, OCD, depression, and life transitions.
Did life just throw more than one lemon at you? Perhaps you got hit with ten, and now there are just too many to make lemonade and you’re feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, sad/lonely, and falling apart. I hear you. I see you…and I want to help. I specialize in helping people feel better by using techniques that are supported by facts and research. I help clients gain a deeper understanding of how small changes in their thinking can have a significant impact on their mood and behaviour. We'll also have an opportunity to discuss short-term and long-term goals and how we would get there together.
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Roshanak Mohammad Pour
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, Mpsy, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Thornhill, ON L3T (Online Only)
Roshanak Mohammad Pour, M. Psy., RP received her bachelor's and master's degrees in Clinical Psychology from York University and Adler University in Toronto, Canada. She is trying to assist you in addressing life obstacles in a manner that is tailored to you, your lifestyle, and your healing aims. She is experienced in helping adults who need therapy on issues like anger management, trauma and PTSD, anxiety disorders, depression, personality disorders, stress management, pre-marriage and marriage counselling, relationship problems, and behavioural problems.
Roshanak Mohammad Pour, M. Psy., RP received her bachelor's and master's degrees in Clinical Psychology from York University and Adler University in Toronto, Canada. She is trying to assist you in addressing life obstacles in a manner that is tailored to you, your lifestyle, and your healing aims. She is experienced in helping adults who need therapy on issues like anger management, trauma and PTSD, anxiety disorders, depression, personality disorders, stress management, pre-marriage and marriage counselling, relationship problems, and behavioural problems.
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Anxious? Sad? Depressed? Frustrated? Hopeless? Take control of your happiness by contacting me today! I provide high quality science-based clinical assessment and treatment programs in the areas of children, youth, individual, family, couple and group therapy.
Anxious? Sad? Depressed? Frustrated? Hopeless? Take control of your happiness by contacting me today! I provide high quality science-based clinical assessment and treatment programs in the areas of children, youth, individual, family, couple and group therapy.
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Shelley Millman
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCP, MBA, RP
Verified Verified
Thornhill, ON L4J (Online Only)
We cannot undermine the painful reality of one’s experience of depression, anxiety, loneliness, loss, trauma, relationship strife, and other challenges, but we can address it through targeted therapy.
Welcome. Working with a therapist provides the opportunity to explore the things that truly matter to you. Through uncovering the stumbling blocks and triggers that prevent you from being the best version of yourself, we will collaborate together to create self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-acceptance - while determining new avenues to accomplish tangible goals that align with your values. Giving consideration to the 'whole' you is an integral part of the therapeutic process – including those aspects that are painful and deeply imbedded, as well as your strengths, resources and aspirations.
We cannot undermine the painful reality of one’s experience of depression, anxiety, loneliness, loss, trauma, relationship strife, and other challenges, but we can address it through targeted therapy.
Welcome. Working with a therapist provides the opportunity to explore the things that truly matter to you. Through uncovering the stumbling blocks and triggers that prevent you from being the best version of yourself, we will collaborate together to create self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-acceptance - while determining new avenues to accomplish tangible goals that align with your values. Giving consideration to the 'whole' you is an integral part of the therapeutic process – including those aspects that are painful and deeply imbedded, as well as your strengths, resources and aspirations.
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The types of issues that people can come to me for counseling are: Personal relationship issues, Premarital counselling, Anger,Depression, Low self-esteem, Anxiety and stress, Separation and Divorce, Inability to make decisions and resolve, Conflict with others،etc.
When life's challenges bring us uncertainty, fear, insecurity, and feeling out of control, it's not easy to make changes. In difficult situations, people often need a safe environment where their voices can be heard without judgment. Instead of solving the problem, they often spend their time and energy blaming themselves and others. They need constructive dialogue to address their concerns and solve their problems. They want to find positive solutions and take back control of their lives. Over the past 16 years, I have gained a lot of insight and expertise. supporting people is no longer a job for me, but my passion and mission.
The types of issues that people can come to me for counseling are: Personal relationship issues, Premarital counselling, Anger,Depression, Low self-esteem, Anxiety and stress, Separation and Divorce, Inability to make decisions and resolve, Conflict with others،etc.
When life's challenges bring us uncertainty, fear, insecurity, and feeling out of control, it's not easy to make changes. In difficult situations, people often need a safe environment where their voices can be heard without judgment. Instead of solving the problem, they often spend their time and energy blaming themselves and others. They need constructive dialogue to address their concerns and solve their problems. They want to find positive solutions and take back control of their lives. Over the past 16 years, I have gained a lot of insight and expertise. supporting people is no longer a job for me, but my passion and mission.
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My areas of expertise include anxiety, peer relationships, school challenges, friendship issues, parenting skills, ADHD, behavioural and emotional regulation, separation and divorce, grief and anger and stress management.
If you are reading this you have taken the first step in helping yourself or someone you care about. I hope you feel brave and proud. I am a therapist with over 40 years of experience. I will work with you and your child in order for you to reach your goals. My approach is to provide a safe supportive space for clients to share their worries, concerns, feelings and thoughts. Working from a strength based position, I use talk therapy and play based approaches utilizing techniques from solution focused therapy, CBT and systems. I use an eclectic approach as every client and their needs are unique.
My areas of expertise include anxiety, peer relationships, school challenges, friendship issues, parenting skills, ADHD, behavioural and emotional regulation, separation and divorce, grief and anger and stress management.
If you are reading this you have taken the first step in helping yourself or someone you care about. I hope you feel brave and proud. I am a therapist with over 40 years of experience. I will work with you and your child in order for you to reach your goals. My approach is to provide a safe supportive space for clients to share their worries, concerns, feelings and thoughts. Working from a strength based position, I use talk therapy and play based approaches utilizing techniques from solution focused therapy, CBT and systems. I use an eclectic approach as every client and their needs are unique.
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I am a registered Clinical and School Psychologist and the Clinical Director of the New Path Psychology Centre. I have extensive experience in working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families who are experiencing learning, communication/social, emotional, behavioural, and anxiety/depression needs. Through comprehensive assessments I determine each individual's strengths and needs and use a variety of evidence-based treatments to support skill development. With a multi-disciplinary team of Speech-Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists we can facilitate growth in many developmental areas.
I am a registered Clinical and School Psychologist and the Clinical Director of the New Path Psychology Centre. I have extensive experience in working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families who are experiencing learning, communication/social, emotional, behavioural, and anxiety/depression needs. Through comprehensive assessments I determine each individual's strengths and needs and use a variety of evidence-based treatments to support skill development. With a multi-disciplinary team of Speech-Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists we can facilitate growth in many developmental areas.
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Irit Toni Israeli
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Thornhill, ON L4J
Utilizing various evidence-based practices, such as EMDR, Clinical Hypnosis, CBT, Narrative, and more, I work in the most efficient way, collaborating with you to find the best solutions for you. Drawing from 15 years of experience, during our journey together, you will learn practical and effective tools to alleviate distressing feelings, while we work on permanent resolutions for the root cause of the symptoms you encounter. Together, we resolve problems such as: anxiety, trauma, panic attacks, chronic pain, phobia, grief, OCD, or any combination. From first meeting you will leave with practical tools to apply, and feeling better.
Utilizing various evidence-based practices, such as EMDR, Clinical Hypnosis, CBT, Narrative, and more, I work in the most efficient way, collaborating with you to find the best solutions for you. Drawing from 15 years of experience, during our journey together, you will learn practical and effective tools to alleviate distressing feelings, while we work on permanent resolutions for the root cause of the symptoms you encounter. Together, we resolve problems such as: anxiety, trauma, panic attacks, chronic pain, phobia, grief, OCD, or any combination. From first meeting you will leave with practical tools to apply, and feeling better.
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What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.