Cancer Therapists in Don Mills, Toronto, ON
LGBTQ+ therapy online, Rainbow Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Don Mills, Toronto, ON M5A (Online Only)
Are you looking for a therapist with expansive knowledge of 2SLGBTQ+ community? Looking for a therapist who you don't have to explain queer nuance to? We are a completely virtual 2SLGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy clinic & welcome you! We value anti-oppressive and trauma informed approaches to therapy. We support the community & those in close relationships to the community & provide a space where you don't have to educate your therapist, and can just focus on getting mental health support! Our therapists specialize in topics including: ADHD, BPD, Autism, Polyamory, Relationships, Trauma, Infidelity, Betrayal, Exploring Sexuality & Gender.
Are you looking for a therapist with expansive knowledge of 2SLGBTQ+ community? Looking for a therapist who you don't have to explain queer nuance to? We are a completely virtual 2SLGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy clinic & welcome you! We value anti-oppressive and trauma informed approaches to therapy. We support the community & those in close relationships to the community & provide a space where you don't have to educate your therapist, and can just focus on getting mental health support! Our therapists specialize in topics including: ADHD, BPD, Autism, Polyamory, Relationships, Trauma, Infidelity, Betrayal, Exploring Sexuality & Gender.
Debbie Ernest
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Don Mills, Toronto, ON M3C (Online Only)
I am a Registered Social Worker with extensive training and 25 years of clinical experience working in the mental health and addictions, postsecondary education sectors & in private practice as a therapist, clinical supervisor & educator. I worked for 18 years at CAMH, Canada's leading mental health and addictions hospital- as a social worker, individual and group therapist, & clinical practice leader specializing in clients & families facing mental health & substance use issues. I also have years of experience providing therapy to law school & college students and Ontario lawyers & physicians for a variety of personal issues.
I am a Registered Social Worker with extensive training and 25 years of clinical experience working in the mental health and addictions, postsecondary education sectors & in private practice as a therapist, clinical supervisor & educator. I worked for 18 years at CAMH, Canada's leading mental health and addictions hospital- as a social worker, individual and group therapist, & clinical practice leader specializing in clients & families facing mental health & substance use issues. I also have years of experience providing therapy to law school & college students and Ontario lawyers & physicians for a variety of personal issues.
Sonia Comiré
Registered Psychotherapist, BA Psyc, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Don Mills, Toronto, ON M3C
Life can be very difficult at times. We can find ourselves feeling overwhelmed and overcome with emotions or feeling shut down and unable to cope. I understand personally that life can be difficult. Because of this I believe in working with my clients as a warm and kind fellow human being. I combine this with my knowledge and skills to help my clients navigate through their personal challenges. I can offer you a safe non-judgmental space to share your troubles and find hope for a future with less struggle.
Life can be very difficult at times. We can find ourselves feeling overwhelmed and overcome with emotions or feeling shut down and unable to cope. I understand personally that life can be difficult. Because of this I believe in working with my clients as a warm and kind fellow human being. I combine this with my knowledge and skills to help my clients navigate through their personal challenges. I can offer you a safe non-judgmental space to share your troubles and find hope for a future with less struggle.
Cathy Traynor
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Don Mills, Toronto, ON M3C (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello everyone. My name is Cathy, and I have been working in the mental health sector for over 25 years. I am client-centered and believe that the therapeutic relationship needs to be based on trust, respect, and connection. My therapeutic approach is rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy as I believe our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are interconnected. Most of my clients are going through a transition in life or feel 'stuck' or they feel that they are in crisis and need support to process and plan next steps. My clients state that my personal style is practical, empathetic, and solution focused.
Hello everyone. My name is Cathy, and I have been working in the mental health sector for over 25 years. I am client-centered and believe that the therapeutic relationship needs to be based on trust, respect, and connection. My therapeutic approach is rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy as I believe our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are interconnected. Most of my clients are going through a transition in life or feel 'stuck' or they feel that they are in crisis and need support to process and plan next steps. My clients state that my personal style is practical, empathetic, and solution focused.
Stella Lee
Registered Psychotherapist, MCS-MFC, RP, AAMFT, MHKPCA, HKMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Don Mills, Toronto, ON M3C
Stella helps her clients make sense of overwhelming emotions that are getting in the way of life, navigate difficult relationships, think in ways that are more fruitful, heal and move forward from hurts, and grow in self-awareness and resilience. She has helped clients struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, grief, loss of relationships, low self-esteem, family conflicts, parenting issues, marital/dating issues, work place issues, insomnia, career transition and Christian faith issues. She has years of experience helping people from various cultures, and is fluent in English and Cantonese.
Stella helps her clients make sense of overwhelming emotions that are getting in the way of life, navigate difficult relationships, think in ways that are more fruitful, heal and move forward from hurts, and grow in self-awareness and resilience. She has helped clients struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, grief, loss of relationships, low self-esteem, family conflicts, parenting issues, marital/dating issues, work place issues, insomnia, career transition and Christian faith issues. She has years of experience helping people from various cultures, and is fluent in English and Cantonese.
Paula Klein
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Don Mills, Toronto, ON M3C (Online Only)
As a social worker with more than 30 years experience, practicing individual and couples/psychotherapy and more recently life coaching, I work with people to address challenges, meet their life goals, and live more fully and in accordance with their values. I embrace the opportunity to work with clients to reach, grow, thrive and flourish in their personal and/or professional lives, and move more easily through life. I also utilize my training in Applied Positive Psychology, covering both theory and tools, to increase resilience and wellbeing.
As a social worker with more than 30 years experience, practicing individual and couples/psychotherapy and more recently life coaching, I work with people to address challenges, meet their life goals, and live more fully and in accordance with their values. I embrace the opportunity to work with clients to reach, grow, thrive and flourish in their personal and/or professional lives, and move more easily through life. I also utilize my training in Applied Positive Psychology, covering both theory and tools, to increase resilience and wellbeing.
Wendy Mae Kirk
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP, CIT, RLT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Don Mills, Toronto, ON M3C
I am a Sex Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Imago Therapist and Relational Life Therapist. I have been working with clients of various ages since 1996, providing support, direction, helping them make good decisions for their lives, as well as helping them heal from painful experiences in the past. I design a personalized, bespoke program of therapy, tailored to each person's individual needs. I work with clients that want to move forward into a healthier way of living, relating and becoming the best that they can be. I have personal experience with spoon therapy. For more information, please visit my website.
I am a Sex Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Imago Therapist and Relational Life Therapist. I have been working with clients of various ages since 1996, providing support, direction, helping them make good decisions for their lives, as well as helping them heal from painful experiences in the past. I design a personalized, bespoke program of therapy, tailored to each person's individual needs. I work with clients that want to move forward into a healthier way of living, relating and becoming the best that they can be. I have personal experience with spoon therapy. For more information, please visit my website.
Danica Kotsopoulos
Registered Psychotherapist, GITDip, BFA, CAPT, CRPO
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Don Mills, Toronto, ON M3C
Some of the most difficult and painful moments in our lives have the potential to be the most beautiful and meaningful. It could be that you are struggling with depression, easily overcome by stress and anxiety or experiencing difficulties in your personal/family relationships. What you need is someone to witness and share in the pain, grief and joy of being alive.
Some of the most difficult and painful moments in our lives have the potential to be the most beautiful and meaningful. It could be that you are struggling with depression, easily overcome by stress and anxiety or experiencing difficulties in your personal/family relationships. What you need is someone to witness and share in the pain, grief and joy of being alive.
Laila Crawford
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Verified Verified
Don Mills, Toronto, ON M3C (Online Only)
Every person who enters therapy is capable of achieving what they are seeking. By evaluating one’s lifestyle, habits, and relationships you can achieve the self-awareness needed to understand how to make changes and truly recognize your inner potential.
Every person who enters therapy is capable of achieving what they are seeking. By evaluating one’s lifestyle, habits, and relationships you can achieve the self-awareness needed to understand how to make changes and truly recognize your inner potential.
Rebecca Esrock
Registered Social Worker, MSW , RSW , ATPPP
Verified Verified
Don Mills, Toronto, ON M3C
The therapeutic relationship is central to the process of therapy. As an experienced therapist, I engage with clients to create a comfortable and safe environment in which to explore current life challenges, identify their needs and fears, work through unresolved trauma and grief, and deepen their understanding and compassion for themselves and others.
The therapeutic relationship is central to the process of therapy. As an experienced therapist, I engage with clients to create a comfortable and safe environment in which to explore current life challenges, identify their needs and fears, work through unresolved trauma and grief, and deepen their understanding and compassion for themselves and others.
I am an Eating Disorder Recovery Coach and I specialize in supporting individuals (adults and adolescents) and their loved ones to navigate eating disorder treatment. My clients tell me it's my warm, human, and relatable approach that helps them to open up, to be honest, and most importantly to take the challenging steps toward recovery. My clients reach out to me because they are struggling with symptoms that are eating disorder related and the co-occurring conditions that often co-exist.
I am an Eating Disorder Recovery Coach and I specialize in supporting individuals (adults and adolescents) and their loved ones to navigate eating disorder treatment. My clients tell me it's my warm, human, and relatable approach that helps them to open up, to be honest, and most importantly to take the challenging steps toward recovery. My clients reach out to me because they are struggling with symptoms that are eating disorder related and the co-occurring conditions that often co-exist.
Healing and change is a co-creation. Whether dealing with stress, anger or being stuck in life. I make a safe place for my client to move towards change into understanding, peace and joy. Using a variety of modalities: NLP, hypnosis, regression therapy and coaching we achieve results within a short time. Using the Third Circle Protocol working with family relationships seeing both parties together and separately - aiming for a successful outcome of understanding and respect. Teens and parents or couples. This protocol has now become a book The Third Circle Protocol (my third book) published by Findhorn Press.
Healing and change is a co-creation. Whether dealing with stress, anger or being stuck in life. I make a safe place for my client to move towards change into understanding, peace and joy. Using a variety of modalities: NLP, hypnosis, regression therapy and coaching we achieve results within a short time. Using the Third Circle Protocol working with family relationships seeing both parties together and separately - aiming for a successful outcome of understanding and respect. Teens and parents or couples. This protocol has now become a book The Third Circle Protocol (my third book) published by Findhorn Press.
Alfredo Marroquín Psychotherapy and Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, BEd, OTC, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Don Mills, Toronto, ON M3C (Online Only)
As a Registered Psychotherapist with 24 years of clinical experience, significant personal lived experience and extensive professional training, I am committed to serve youth, adults, couples, and seniors. Whether you are experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, intergenerational conflicts, stress, abuse, trauma, burnout, or PTSD, you will find support in my person-centred, culturally appropriate, trauma-informed, strengths-based and anti-oppressive framework to establish the therapeutic safe space to create empowering opportunities.
As a Registered Psychotherapist with 24 years of clinical experience, significant personal lived experience and extensive professional training, I am committed to serve youth, adults, couples, and seniors. Whether you are experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, intergenerational conflicts, stress, abuse, trauma, burnout, or PTSD, you will find support in my person-centred, culturally appropriate, trauma-informed, strengths-based and anti-oppressive framework to establish the therapeutic safe space to create empowering opportunities.
Life can present many different challenges. Some days can be more difficult than others. If you are experiencing feelings of stress, anxiety, depression, loss or loneliness, I am here for support. Whether the challenges include past pain, present stressors or concerns for your future, I can help you navigate through your days, explore ways to regain control of your life and create a better future with healthy relationships. I believe in every individual’s intrinsic worth and innate ability to tap into their strengths and rise out of life’s challenges. I am here to help you find your joy again.
Life can present many different challenges. Some days can be more difficult than others. If you are experiencing feelings of stress, anxiety, depression, loss or loneliness, I am here for support. Whether the challenges include past pain, present stressors or concerns for your future, I can help you navigate through your days, explore ways to regain control of your life and create a better future with healthy relationships. I believe in every individual’s intrinsic worth and innate ability to tap into their strengths and rise out of life’s challenges. I am here to help you find your joy again.
I believe that everyone has inner wisdom which can lead them towards healing. Can I help you learn to trust yourself enough to make space for your pain, shame, grief, sadness, joy, and love to be felt and explored? By being curious about your resistance to feeling, we can process and digest it. I am trained as a somatic, relational, and trauma therapist, and I can help you understand the unique ways you learned to resist or avoid parts of yourself as a way of protection. I believe that human connection is an essential part of the healing process and I prioritize my role as a human first and as a therapist second.
I believe that everyone has inner wisdom which can lead them towards healing. Can I help you learn to trust yourself enough to make space for your pain, shame, grief, sadness, joy, and love to be felt and explored? By being curious about your resistance to feeling, we can process and digest it. I am trained as a somatic, relational, and trauma therapist, and I can help you understand the unique ways you learned to resist or avoid parts of yourself as a way of protection. I believe that human connection is an essential part of the healing process and I prioritize my role as a human first and as a therapist second.
Sometimes circumstances and events in our lives creates a tangled mess of our thoughts and feelings which leave us feeling helpless, lost, confused, anxious and stressed. Through my life experiences, education, skills, and training I can assist you in unravelling the thoughts that are preventing you from moving forward to live a normal and healthy life. Psychiatric consultation is available through a group of psychiatrist I work with for help with diagnosis and medication if required, through your doctor. This includes ADHD, mood or behavioural assessment. Direct bill to insurance is also available.
Sometimes circumstances and events in our lives creates a tangled mess of our thoughts and feelings which leave us feeling helpless, lost, confused, anxious and stressed. Through my life experiences, education, skills, and training I can assist you in unravelling the thoughts that are preventing you from moving forward to live a normal and healthy life. Psychiatric consultation is available through a group of psychiatrist I work with for help with diagnosis and medication if required, through your doctor. This includes ADHD, mood or behavioural assessment. Direct bill to insurance is also available.
Natalie Cournoyea Psychotherapy Professional Corp.
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CSAT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Don Mills, Toronto, ON M3C
Not accepting new clients
I am currently not taking on new clients. Providing you and your family with your own facilitated life solution toward recovery and treatment from relationship issues in intimacy and sexual health. I am dedicated to providing clients with a safe and healing environment where they can explore healthy ways to return to a life better than they have ever known. I believe that each individual and couple is endowed with a striving for both self-development and social meaning which is expressed in a sense of belonging, usefulness and contribution.
I am currently not taking on new clients. Providing you and your family with your own facilitated life solution toward recovery and treatment from relationship issues in intimacy and sexual health. I am dedicated to providing clients with a safe and healing environment where they can explore healthy ways to return to a life better than they have ever known. I believe that each individual and couple is endowed with a striving for both self-development and social meaning which is expressed in a sense of belonging, usefulness and contribution.
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Rebecca Barrett - Embodied Healing
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CYT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4J
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience in supporting a variety of mental health challenges such as anxiety & depression, with a specific focus in coping with cancer, life threatening illness & chronic illness, caregiver support, grief & bereavement, low self-esteem & abandonment.
It is common for individuals to feel stuck in their suffering. Recurring issues take up space within the mind & body, making it difficult to live in the present & within one’s full potential. I use an integrative & trauma-informed approach to build therapeutic relationships rooted in connection, compassion & empathy to help transform suffering into deep healing. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including mindfulness, visualization & body-based interventions to help clients process their experiences & unresolved trauma, & work towards regulation. My practice is rooted in attachment theory & working with the nervous system.
I have experience in supporting a variety of mental health challenges such as anxiety & depression, with a specific focus in coping with cancer, life threatening illness & chronic illness, caregiver support, grief & bereavement, low self-esteem & abandonment.
It is common for individuals to feel stuck in their suffering. Recurring issues take up space within the mind & body, making it difficult to live in the present & within one’s full potential. I use an integrative & trauma-informed approach to build therapeutic relationships rooted in connection, compassion & empathy to help transform suffering into deep healing. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including mindfulness, visualization & body-based interventions to help clients process their experiences & unresolved trauma, & work towards regulation. My practice is rooted in attachment theory & working with the nervous system.
I am uniquely skilled in supporting caregiver burnout - that's the mental, emotional & physical exhaustion you feel from the huge responsibility of caring for a loved one suffering with cancer, disability, or other health issues.
You may feel that no matter what you do, it's not enough. You carry a huge weight on your shoulders, which can be overwhelming. It takes courage to face the pain and grief of life's challenges. In my work as an arts-based psychotherapist, I am witness to my clients' courage and resilience on a daily basis. I offer a safe, supportive space to explore one's heart and uncover hidden strengths and resources together. My approach is collaborative, person-centred and trauma-informed. I have worked for over fifteen years supporting clients experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, family conflict, trauma, and disability.
I am uniquely skilled in supporting caregiver burnout - that's the mental, emotional & physical exhaustion you feel from the huge responsibility of caring for a loved one suffering with cancer, disability, or other health issues.
You may feel that no matter what you do, it's not enough. You carry a huge weight on your shoulders, which can be overwhelming. It takes courage to face the pain and grief of life's challenges. In my work as an arts-based psychotherapist, I am witness to my clients' courage and resilience on a daily basis. I offer a safe, supportive space to explore one's heart and uncover hidden strengths and resources together. My approach is collaborative, person-centred and trauma-informed. I have worked for over fifteen years supporting clients experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, family conflict, trauma, and disability.
I have three areas of specialization as a psychologist: 1) Coping with chronic medical illness, such as cancer (especially hereditary cancers, such as Lynch syndrome), multiple sclerosis, IBD (e.g., Chron's disease, colitis) or other gastrointestinal problems, 2) Anxiety and depression, and 3) Couples therapy. I'm offering all appointments virtually, not in person. See my website for more information: drtaehart.com
I have three areas of specialization as a psychologist: 1) Coping with chronic medical illness, such as cancer (especially hereditary cancers, such as Lynch syndrome), multiple sclerosis, IBD (e.g., Chron's disease, colitis) or other gastrointestinal problems, 2) Anxiety and depression, and 3) Couples therapy. I'm offering all appointments virtually, not in person. See my website for more information: drtaehart.com
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How does cancer affect mental health?
A cancer diagnosis is a major life event that can significantly influence the mental health of any individual. Being diagnosed with cancer often introduces a sense of uncertainty about the future, which can cause clients to experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, and significant distress. Many cancer patients may also worry about the toll that their diagnosis may have on their family, their physical health, their job, and their financial situation. The compounding of such stressors can also decrease mental health in clients and may lead to additional symptoms that can influence mental health, such as sleeping difficulties or social withdrawal.
What is the best psychological therapy for cancer patients?
The best type of psychological therapy for cancer patients is highly dependent on the needs of the individual. The therapy type that a client benefits from may also depend on what stage of the cancer journey they are in. Recently diagnosed cancer patients, for instance, may benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which can help clients develop skills to manage the emotional distress that comes with a cancer diagnosis. Alternatively, cancer patients further along in their journey may benefit from therapies like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or other forms of mindfulness therapy to help manage symptoms or physical pain associated with treatment. Clients may also consider group therapy, which offers cancer patients an opportunity to receive support from other individuals dealing with a cancer diagnosis.
Are there any risks or drawbacks in going to therapy while dealing with cancer?
Although attending therapy while dealing with a cancer diagnosis can be helpful, one major concern for cancer patients can be the financial cost of seeking therapy. Many therapists are out-of-network, meaning they do not accept insurance, and thus clients are expected to pay the entirety of the session fee. Since many cancer patients may be out of work as a result of their diagnosis or cancer treatment regimen, the costs of therapy sessions can be substantial. Luckily, many cancer centers and local clinics may offer free or substantially reduced-cost counselling services to cancer patients and their families. In addition, cancer patients may be eligible for grants or other forms of funding from local agencies and nonprofits to seek therapy for their cancer diagnosis. Such opportunities can be very helpful for cancer patients, as they allow clients to obtain the benefits of therapy without the financial strain.
How long does cancer therapy typically last?
The length of cancer therapy depends on the needs of each client. In some cases, cancer patients may only require therapeutic support during the period following their initial diagnosis—to help manage the uncertainty and shock of a cancer diagnosis. In other cases, clients may choose to receive therapy throughout their treatment, and even following, their cancer journey. Pursuing therapy for a longer period of time can help clients develop a deeper relationship with their therapist and provide opportunity to process the challenges presented by cancer treatment, such as physical pain, and challenges associated with cancer survivorship, such as ongoing identity concerns, physical limitations, or relationship challenges.