Female Therapists in Downtown, Toronto, ON
Caitriona Keown
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5A (Online Only)
I offer online therapy to women going through breast cancer, and to folks who experience anxiety, grief and loss, and depression. If you are a woman who has been diagnosed with breast cancer, or you have finished treatment and looking for support, you may feel alone, overwhelmed and scared. You don't have to navigate this journey on your own. If you are a person who is experiencing social anxiety, grief and loss, or depression, you may feel terrified, hopeless, and stuck. You don't have to navigate this experience on your own.
I offer online therapy to women going through breast cancer, and to folks who experience anxiety, grief and loss, and depression. If you are a woman who has been diagnosed with breast cancer, or you have finished treatment and looking for support, you may feel alone, overwhelmed and scared. You don't have to navigate this journey on your own. If you are a person who is experiencing social anxiety, grief and loss, or depression, you may feel terrified, hopeless, and stuck. You don't have to navigate this experience on your own.
Taran Ranu
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, BSc, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5V (Online Only)
In practice, I bring an inclusive space catered to individuals from diverse populations and socioeconomic backgrounds that advocate for women and men from various unique life experiences to feel empowered and understood.
Accepting New Clients - My commitment as a therapist lies in fostering empathy and compassion. Prioritizing reflective listening to understand and address the client’s concerns through a client-centred approach. At Wellsession, we focus on personalizing the therapy session to the client’s needs while building a warm, inclusive, and validating safe space that is culturally responsive and socially just.
In practice, I bring an inclusive space catered to individuals from diverse populations and socioeconomic backgrounds that advocate for women and men from various unique life experiences to feel empowered and understood.
Accepting New Clients - My commitment as a therapist lies in fostering empathy and compassion. Prioritizing reflective listening to understand and address the client’s concerns through a client-centred approach. At Wellsession, we focus on personalizing the therapy session to the client’s needs while building a warm, inclusive, and validating safe space that is culturally responsive and socially just.
The Design Your Life Centre
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M4M
I am an award-winning Clinical Psychologist, acclaimed speaker, and the CEO, founder, and clinical director of The Design Your Life Centre, a psychotherapy practice in Toronto and the founder of the online Design Your Life Community. With more than 20 years experience helping people navigate some of life’s most difficult journeys such as infertility, pregnancy loss, chronic pain, chronic illness and sudden traumatic events, my strength is my ability to recognize resilience and teach people how to apply proven psychological strategies in order to move past mere survival and thrive in the face of adversity.
I am an award-winning Clinical Psychologist, acclaimed speaker, and the CEO, founder, and clinical director of The Design Your Life Centre, a psychotherapy practice in Toronto and the founder of the online Design Your Life Community. With more than 20 years experience helping people navigate some of life’s most difficult journeys such as infertility, pregnancy loss, chronic pain, chronic illness and sudden traumatic events, my strength is my ability to recognize resilience and teach people how to apply proven psychological strategies in order to move past mere survival and thrive in the face of adversity.
Sherry A Holt
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5G (Online Only)
I believe we are all capable of improving our lives but many of us become "stuck" in the process due to self doubt, insecurity, lack of self esteem, past and/or present trauma, losses, etc. My approach is to work together to find the most appropriate solutions for these issues, or find comfort and acceptance with the challenges of life. With broader perspectives, or an alternative life choice, we increase our general well-being. I believe in practical solutions and appropriate perspectives, allowing all of us a better sense of comfort and competency in everyday life.
I believe we are all capable of improving our lives but many of us become "stuck" in the process due to self doubt, insecurity, lack of self esteem, past and/or present trauma, losses, etc. My approach is to work together to find the most appropriate solutions for these issues, or find comfort and acceptance with the challenges of life. With broader perspectives, or an alternative life choice, we increase our general well-being. I believe in practical solutions and appropriate perspectives, allowing all of us a better sense of comfort and competency in everyday life.
Michelle Wan Ying Li
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
Are you preoccupied with worries? Are you feeling unfulfilled with your life, stuck in the same pattern unable to move forward? Using a warm and empathic approach, I specialize in supporting individuals experiencing difficulties with emotion regulation, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, coping with trauma, as well as navigating life transitions. As your therapist, my goal is to help you process through difficult emotions, targeting obstacles that may impede growth, and teaching you practical coping strategies to become the best version of yourself.
Are you preoccupied with worries? Are you feeling unfulfilled with your life, stuck in the same pattern unable to move forward? Using a warm and empathic approach, I specialize in supporting individuals experiencing difficulties with emotion regulation, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, coping with trauma, as well as navigating life transitions. As your therapist, my goal is to help you process through difficult emotions, targeting obstacles that may impede growth, and teaching you practical coping strategies to become the best version of yourself.
Ricki Harrison
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5H (Online Only)
Taking the first step to beginning therapy can be intimidating and challenging. I understand this and want to make therapy as safe, comfortable and welcoming as possible for you. I believe in meeting my clients at whichever stage they are currently at in their mental health journey and working together to find a way to make therapy most useful to them. I work with my clients to help them overcome hardships relating to depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, life transitions, burnout, and addictions.
Taking the first step to beginning therapy can be intimidating and challenging. I understand this and want to make therapy as safe, comfortable and welcoming as possible for you. I believe in meeting my clients at whichever stage they are currently at in their mental health journey and working together to find a way to make therapy most useful to them. I work with my clients to help them overcome hardships relating to depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, life transitions, burnout, and addictions.
Slava Sapershteyn
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5A
I approach therapy by brainstorming life and it's complexities. by co-creating spaces where experiment offers perspective, art offers a bird's eye view, where dialogue leads to reflections, communication creates connection and movement allows for shifts. Together we can explore coping mechanisms; how do we look at intimacy; how we perceive our boundaries with another person or persons, among other curiosities and challenges that life presents. I am a graduate of Gestalt Institute of Psychotherapy in Toronto, Canada and a registered member of College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).
I approach therapy by brainstorming life and it's complexities. by co-creating spaces where experiment offers perspective, art offers a bird's eye view, where dialogue leads to reflections, communication creates connection and movement allows for shifts. Together we can explore coping mechanisms; how do we look at intimacy; how we perceive our boundaries with another person or persons, among other curiosities and challenges that life presents. I am a graduate of Gestalt Institute of Psychotherapy in Toronto, Canada and a registered member of College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).
Janine Hylands Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M6J (Online Only)
Living in today’s world as a "big feeler", 2SLGBTQ+ person, ally, non-monogamous person, someone who uses substances, or someone who struggles with relationships overall, can feel exhausting and overwhelming. It can also feel hard to know who the safe supports are (the ones who won’t judge your experience or push you to embrace normative frameworks). You might be seeking support with trauma, anxiety, anger, self criticism, boundaries, emotional dysregulation, loneliness, or feeling othered. Whatever your experiences are, I wholeheartedly get that you have been trying your best so far. Are you ready to try something different?
Living in today’s world as a "big feeler", 2SLGBTQ+ person, ally, non-monogamous person, someone who uses substances, or someone who struggles with relationships overall, can feel exhausting and overwhelming. It can also feel hard to know who the safe supports are (the ones who won’t judge your experience or push you to embrace normative frameworks). You might be seeking support with trauma, anxiety, anger, self criticism, boundaries, emotional dysregulation, loneliness, or feeling othered. Whatever your experiences are, I wholeheartedly get that you have been trying your best so far. Are you ready to try something different?
Angeli Sareen
Registered Social Worker, MSW RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5V (Online Only)
What do we really need when starting the process of therapy and healing? A safe environment that's comfortable and welcoming to explore emotions, feelings, and perspectives without judgment. That's what you can expect from our time together. A strong therapeutic relationship is incredibly important when embarking on this journey of self-discovery. I've built my practice on a foundation of compassion and understanding. Every session is conducted through an empathetic lens, allowing you to fully embark on your healing journey.
What do we really need when starting the process of therapy and healing? A safe environment that's comfortable and welcoming to explore emotions, feelings, and perspectives without judgment. That's what you can expect from our time together. A strong therapeutic relationship is incredibly important when embarking on this journey of self-discovery. I've built my practice on a foundation of compassion and understanding. Every session is conducted through an empathetic lens, allowing you to fully embark on your healing journey.
Ida Zarrabi
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, ADMH, MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5A
Hey, I am Ida- welcome! My approach is completely client-centred and grounded in empathy, authenticity and collaboration. Inclusivity and integrity are primary pillars in my practice with rapport-building being a fundamental component of a competent counselling culture. I aim to support individuals in finding balance within their lives and in their minds.
Hey, I am Ida- welcome! My approach is completely client-centred and grounded in empathy, authenticity and collaboration. Inclusivity and integrity are primary pillars in my practice with rapport-building being a fundamental component of a competent counselling culture. I aim to support individuals in finding balance within their lives and in their minds.
Kerry O'Meara
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, CYC, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M4M
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with a Masters in Counselling Psychology and certified in Trauma-Focused Therapy. I am providing services to teens and adults in the areas of trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, stress and life transitions. I admire the strength and resolve it takes to move towards a more connected, authentic, and rewarding life. Through my practice, I provide a safe space for individuals to cultivate the insights and skills needed to create positive change.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with a Masters in Counselling Psychology and certified in Trauma-Focused Therapy. I am providing services to teens and adults in the areas of trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, stress and life transitions. I admire the strength and resolve it takes to move towards a more connected, authentic, and rewarding life. Through my practice, I provide a safe space for individuals to cultivate the insights and skills needed to create positive change.
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Dr. Burgess is a Registered Clinical Psychologist who has extensive experience in providing treatment for individuals with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating), body image concerns, emotional dysregulation, and perfectionism. Her primary treatment approach includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Dr. Burgess incorporates strategies from mindfulness and self-compassion into her approach and also has intensive training in Radically-Open DBT for treatment of over-control.
Dr. Burgess is a Registered Clinical Psychologist who has extensive experience in providing treatment for individuals with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating), body image concerns, emotional dysregulation, and perfectionism. Her primary treatment approach includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Dr. Burgess incorporates strategies from mindfulness and self-compassion into her approach and also has intensive training in Radically-Open DBT for treatment of over-control.
Charlotte Fiegenbaum
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5B
I identify as a neurodivergent, cis-gender, white, settler, woman. My identity and lived experiences with mental health inform my work with clients. My approach is centered on working collaboratively with my clients so that their values, goals, and world view are at the heart of our work together. I am a visual artist and curious about bringing artistic expression into my work with clients.
I identify as a neurodivergent, cis-gender, white, settler, woman. My identity and lived experiences with mental health inform my work with clients. My approach is centered on working collaboratively with my clients so that their values, goals, and world view are at the heart of our work together. I am a visual artist and curious about bringing artistic expression into my work with clients.
Rebecca Claire O'Toole
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M6J
I am committed to being present for your stories and reflections and exploring the truths, meanings, and emotions that may arise. I strongly believe that answers are found within each person and that healing means aligning ourselves with our innate ways of knowing and relating. I intend to create a holistic therapy experience that addresses the mind, body, and soul to help you achieve the goals and needs that you wish to accomplish.
I am committed to being present for your stories and reflections and exploring the truths, meanings, and emotions that may arise. I strongly believe that answers are found within each person and that healing means aligning ourselves with our innate ways of knowing and relating. I intend to create a holistic therapy experience that addresses the mind, body, and soul to help you achieve the goals and needs that you wish to accomplish.
Sylvie Séguin
Registered Psychotherapist, MPsyc, BA
Verified Verified
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5C (Online Only)
I work with individuals in a reflective and warm approach, helping them navigate life’s stressors and boost their resilience. I enjoy working collaboratively with individuals in helping them identify underlying mindsets (ie. perfectionism, low self-esteem, “imposter syndrome”) and habits that hold them back. With over 10 years of clinical experience, I am committed to providing evidence-based treatments, tailored to the individual’s goals and needs, and doing so through a safe and trauma-informed lens.
I work with individuals in a reflective and warm approach, helping them navigate life’s stressors and boost their resilience. I enjoy working collaboratively with individuals in helping them identify underlying mindsets (ie. perfectionism, low self-esteem, “imposter syndrome”) and habits that hold them back. With over 10 years of clinical experience, I am committed to providing evidence-based treatments, tailored to the individual’s goals and needs, and doing so through a safe and trauma-informed lens.
Ashley Kwan
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, DTATI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5V (Online Only)
My passion is to engage with clients who are struggling with mental health issues and for which traditional talk therapy may not be the most helpful modality. As a certified professional art therapist, I seek to help my client find meaning, purpose, and ultimately their inner voice through the creative process. A client may come into art therapy seeking relief from a variety of issues but later find that they can oftentimes find wisdom from within. Art therapy can jog such a process where words sometimes fail. The goal of my practice is to cultivate and nurture this inner voice, and so help my client to develop greater confidence.
My passion is to engage with clients who are struggling with mental health issues and for which traditional talk therapy may not be the most helpful modality. As a certified professional art therapist, I seek to help my client find meaning, purpose, and ultimately their inner voice through the creative process. A client may come into art therapy seeking relief from a variety of issues but later find that they can oftentimes find wisdom from within. Art therapy can jog such a process where words sometimes fail. The goal of my practice is to cultivate and nurture this inner voice, and so help my client to develop greater confidence.
Harbourfront Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, BEd, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5J
Many of us struggle with problems for weeks, months or even years, but when it gets to the point where you're overwhelmed and it's interfering with your life, work or threatening your relationships, I can help. My approach is non-judgmental, down-to-earth and goal-directed. My Specialties are: sex therapy, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse, separation & divorce counselling and career testing (adults & teens). As a seasoned therapist, I use various modalities: CBT (cognitive-behaviour therapy), Adlerian, Reality, Attachment, Brief Solution-Focussed and Art Therapy (children & teens). LGBTQ Positive.
Many of us struggle with problems for weeks, months or even years, but when it gets to the point where you're overwhelmed and it's interfering with your life, work or threatening your relationships, I can help. My approach is non-judgmental, down-to-earth and goal-directed. My Specialties are: sex therapy, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse, separation & divorce counselling and career testing (adults & teens). As a seasoned therapist, I use various modalities: CBT (cognitive-behaviour therapy), Adlerian, Reality, Attachment, Brief Solution-Focussed and Art Therapy (children & teens). LGBTQ Positive.
Taylor Essery
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, BA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5A
Are you struggling with anxious thoughts that consume your daily life and affect your sense of self? Maybe you are navigating relationship issues or a breakup that feels difficult to manage. Are you looking to strengthen your relationship with your body and transform negative beliefs you hold about yourself? Are you a couple struggling with clear communication that hinders your ability to truly connect with one another? If you are interested in building stronger connections, both with yourself or your partner - I can help.
Are you struggling with anxious thoughts that consume your daily life and affect your sense of self? Maybe you are navigating relationship issues or a breakup that feels difficult to manage. Are you looking to strengthen your relationship with your body and transform negative beliefs you hold about yourself? Are you a couple struggling with clear communication that hinders your ability to truly connect with one another? If you are interested in building stronger connections, both with yourself or your partner - I can help.
Jora Shacter
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M4P (Online Only)
Welcome! I work with career-minded people who struggle with Adult ADHD, Anxiety (Generalized, Social, Panic) , and Depression. Many clients are in high-pressure or creative fields, and feel they could be doing better, but struggle to get there on their own. I strive to create a warm, collaborative space where you can explore concerns and learn tools to cope. I also work with couples who feel stuck, trapped, and frustrated with how things are going and have a desire to make things better. I feel fortunate to have worked in many settings that uplift 2SLGBTQ+ and BIPOC populations.
Welcome! I work with career-minded people who struggle with Adult ADHD, Anxiety (Generalized, Social, Panic) , and Depression. Many clients are in high-pressure or creative fields, and feel they could be doing better, but struggle to get there on their own. I strive to create a warm, collaborative space where you can explore concerns and learn tools to cope. I also work with couples who feel stuck, trapped, and frustrated with how things are going and have a desire to make things better. I feel fortunate to have worked in many settings that uplift 2SLGBTQ+ and BIPOC populations.
Jennifer Monforton
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5V (Online Only)
Hello, and thank you for your interest in working with me. I might be the right therapist for you if you are looking for structure and challenge in a warm, supportive context. I can help you to better understand your symptoms so that you feel more empowered to address these challenges day-to-day. I work with specific concerns, such as panic attacks or insomnia, or broader goals, such as building self-esteem. I can give you concrete tools to practice in-between sessions, as well as support you in building confidence and self-compassion while this growth is taking place. You will likely find me using humor along the way.
Hello, and thank you for your interest in working with me. I might be the right therapist for you if you are looking for structure and challenge in a warm, supportive context. I can help you to better understand your symptoms so that you feel more empowered to address these challenges day-to-day. I work with specific concerns, such as panic attacks or insomnia, or broader goals, such as building self-esteem. I can give you concrete tools to practice in-between sessions, as well as support you in building confidence and self-compassion while this growth is taking place. You will likely find me using humor along the way.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.