Christian Therapists in Toronto, ON
Ariette Hung - Self-Esteem + Inner Child
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5C
I can also provide Christian faith counselling on request.
Currently accepting new patients for in-person and online therapy! Hi, my name is Ariette and I'm an East-Asian therapist based in Toronto, Ontario. Emotions sometimes run high and stress can get to the best of us. As an emotion-focussed therapist, I create a safe space for individuals to sort through their different emotions, work on healing their nervous system, and enact healthy edits to their life so they can reclaim balance and bliss. If you want to heal your stress, attachment and self-esteem issues, let's work on it together!
I can also provide Christian faith counselling on request.
Currently accepting new patients for in-person and online therapy! Hi, my name is Ariette and I'm an East-Asian therapist based in Toronto, Ontario. Emotions sometimes run high and stress can get to the best of us. As an emotion-focussed therapist, I create a safe space for individuals to sort through their different emotions, work on healing their nervous system, and enact healthy edits to their life so they can reclaim balance and bliss. If you want to heal your stress, attachment and self-esteem issues, let's work on it together!
Anita Alabi
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M2M (Online Only)
As a Christian therapist and wedding officiant, I blend empathy with a holistic approach to reconnecting and healing.
You’re tired of feeling like you’re the only one holding things together. The love, connection, and trust that once came so easily now feel out of reach. Maybe you feel unheard, unseen, or like you’re constantly walking on eggshells. You’re exhausted from giving so much, yet feeling like it’s never enough. That emotional weight of managing everything—your relationship, your family, your faith—has left you drained. You long for things to feel easier, to feel like partners again. I’m here to help you rebuild that closeness, find your voice, and bring back the joy you’ve been missing.
As a Christian therapist and wedding officiant, I blend empathy with a holistic approach to reconnecting and healing.
You’re tired of feeling like you’re the only one holding things together. The love, connection, and trust that once came so easily now feel out of reach. Maybe you feel unheard, unseen, or like you’re constantly walking on eggshells. You’re exhausted from giving so much, yet feeling like it’s never enough. That emotional weight of managing everything—your relationship, your family, your faith—has left you drained. You long for things to feel easier, to feel like partners again. I’m here to help you rebuild that closeness, find your voice, and bring back the joy you’ve been missing.
Krisy Iyorah
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5A (Online Only)
Christian Informed - As a therapist rooted in Christian values, I offer the option to integrate Biblical wisdom into our sessions.
Are you in pain right now? Carrying the weight of past wounds, trauma or PTSD? Please reach out, I’m here for you. I’m a non-judgmental, safe zone who specializes in helping young girls & women romanticize their lives. Through a Narrative Therapy model & evidence-based techniques, we’ll rewrite your life story, helping you let go of pain and step into a more joyful, fulfilled life. Clients struggling with self-esteem, anger, depression and anxiety gain a renewed sense of clarity and optimism after working with me—seeing life through a new lens.
Christian Informed - As a therapist rooted in Christian values, I offer the option to integrate Biblical wisdom into our sessions.
Are you in pain right now? Carrying the weight of past wounds, trauma or PTSD? Please reach out, I’m here for you. I’m a non-judgmental, safe zone who specializes in helping young girls & women romanticize their lives. Through a Narrative Therapy model & evidence-based techniques, we’ll rewrite your life story, helping you let go of pain and step into a more joyful, fulfilled life. Clients struggling with self-esteem, anger, depression and anxiety gain a renewed sense of clarity and optimism after working with me—seeing life through a new lens.
Eunjung Shin
Registered Psychotherapist, ThM, STM, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
I am an ordained minister with 15 years of pastoral experience at several Churches and have worked at Christian Counselling Services since 2006.
I am a bilingual psychotherapist(RP) and enjoy working on anxiety, depression, anger, relationships, sexual abuse survivors, women's issues, loss and grief, family issues, and spiritual issues, I have trained as a pastoral counsellor, a marriage and family therapist, and an EFT(Emotion Focused Therapy) therapist.
I am an ordained minister with 15 years of pastoral experience at several Churches and have worked at Christian Counselling Services since 2006.
I am a bilingual psychotherapist(RP) and enjoy working on anxiety, depression, anger, relationships, sexual abuse survivors, women's issues, loss and grief, family issues, and spiritual issues, I have trained as a pastoral counsellor, a marriage and family therapist, and an EFT(Emotion Focused Therapy) therapist.
Macaria Romero Cardenas
Registered Psychotherapist, MC, RP, CRPO, OAMHP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
I am a registered psychotherapist who mainly focuses on serving Hispanic women, men and marriages virtually. I support clients in their journey towards healing from past experiences to live more fulfilled and blessed lives. I help clients to see themselves, others and life from a healthier perspective; to improve their relationships with themselves, others and God; to find healthier ways to live, to change unhealthy patterns and to reach their goals. I work with a Christian perspective and use different psychological approaches in my work. I believe that you can change your life if you want that and work on that.
I am a registered psychotherapist who mainly focuses on serving Hispanic women, men and marriages virtually. I support clients in their journey towards healing from past experiences to live more fulfilled and blessed lives. I help clients to see themselves, others and life from a healthier perspective; to improve their relationships with themselves, others and God; to find healthier ways to live, to change unhealthy patterns and to reach their goals. I work with a Christian perspective and use different psychological approaches in my work. I believe that you can change your life if you want that and work on that.
Stephen Gleason
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6H
As a Christian, I can offer care that is informed from a Christian perspective if requested.
I offer therapy to adults and youth facing a wide variety of issues, including anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, addiction, grief, anger management, insomnia, relationship issues, and existential worries. I also work with people who are struggling to cope with life in general and want to find a path to greater well-being.
As a Christian, I can offer care that is informed from a Christian perspective if requested.
I offer therapy to adults and youth facing a wide variety of issues, including anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, addiction, grief, anger management, insomnia, relationship issues, and existential worries. I also work with people who are struggling to cope with life in general and want to find a path to greater well-being.
I am an interfaith person with a Christian background and on request can provide faith-based counseling, to enable hope.
I counsel and support individuals, couples and families who feel stuck in life or who have mental health or marriage issues. Anxiety, depression, addiction and family issues are my main focus. My training in social work, addictions, family therapy and personal experience enables me to help families support each other. Mental health issues have been part of my life and our families. We know from experience what helps us recover.
I am an interfaith person with a Christian background and on request can provide faith-based counseling, to enable hope.
I counsel and support individuals, couples and families who feel stuck in life or who have mental health or marriage issues. Anxiety, depression, addiction and family issues are my main focus. My training in social work, addictions, family therapy and personal experience enables me to help families support each other. Mental health issues have been part of my life and our families. We know from experience what helps us recover.
Katie Gosse
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6J (Online Only)
As a social worker, I help Christian women heal from their psychological and emotional wounds without compromising their faith.
As a Christian woman, it’s hard navigating your experiences of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. Your pain and suffering makes you question “If God is good, then why hasn’t he healed me? Is there something wrong with me? Do I not have enough faith?” Maybe past painful experiences of abuse or neglect haunt you and you can’t seem to forgive and move on. Depression and anxiety feel out of your control leaving you scared and hopeless. You pray and pray and pray and it doesn’t stop. Maybe you’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help as you hoped. You desire and need the peace promised in the bible but it feels so far away.
As a social worker, I help Christian women heal from their psychological and emotional wounds without compromising their faith.
As a Christian woman, it’s hard navigating your experiences of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. Your pain and suffering makes you question “If God is good, then why hasn’t he healed me? Is there something wrong with me? Do I not have enough faith?” Maybe past painful experiences of abuse or neglect haunt you and you can’t seem to forgive and move on. Depression and anxiety feel out of your control leaving you scared and hopeless. You pray and pray and pray and it doesn’t stop. Maybe you’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help as you hoped. You desire and need the peace promised in the bible but it feels so far away.
An experienced and caring Christian therapist with an excellent track record, Lisa is exceptionally adept at treating significant emotional and relationship problems.
Lisa Romano-Dwyer is a registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist (OCSWSSW) located in the Beaches Toronto. Owner of Lakeside Wellness Therapy Affiliates, Lisa and her affiliates use strength-based therapies, psychotherapy-informed health and wellness coaching, relationship repair, and compassion mind training. Lisa is a results-oriented, reliable, trustworthy and compassionate counsellor who works with you to develop solutions. Her areas of specialization include increasing focus, achievement, gratitude, personal health, and joy. Lisa works with you to alleviate emotional pain and restore wellness & health.
An experienced and caring Christian therapist with an excellent track record, Lisa is exceptionally adept at treating significant emotional and relationship problems.
Lisa Romano-Dwyer is a registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist (OCSWSSW) located in the Beaches Toronto. Owner of Lakeside Wellness Therapy Affiliates, Lisa and her affiliates use strength-based therapies, psychotherapy-informed health and wellness coaching, relationship repair, and compassion mind training. Lisa is a results-oriented, reliable, trustworthy and compassionate counsellor who works with you to develop solutions. Her areas of specialization include increasing focus, achievement, gratitude, personal health, and joy. Lisa works with you to alleviate emotional pain and restore wellness & health.
Ariette Hung - Toronto
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6J
For clients that request it specifically, I can also provide Christian counselling.
Are you experiencing turbulent emotions and thoughts, struggling with self-esteem, or are feeling lost? As a trained clinical psychotherapist, I use evidence-based therapeutic modalities and aim to provide a safe space for you to talk through situations, emotions and experiences that distress you so that you can experience healing and hope. My endeavour is that therapy helps you gain more clarity, direction, and resilience. Identifying as an East-Asian therapist, I find it meaningful to help adult children of immigrants overcome the impacts of chronic stress & heal.
For clients that request it specifically, I can also provide Christian counselling.
Are you experiencing turbulent emotions and thoughts, struggling with self-esteem, or are feeling lost? As a trained clinical psychotherapist, I use evidence-based therapeutic modalities and aim to provide a safe space for you to talk through situations, emotions and experiences that distress you so that you can experience healing and hope. My endeavour is that therapy helps you gain more clarity, direction, and resilience. Identifying as an East-Asian therapist, I find it meaningful to help adult children of immigrants overcome the impacts of chronic stress & heal.
Jason Wang
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), GIT Dip, BA Psyc
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4X
I specialize in working with issues related to sex and sexuality, immigration and migration, Christian religious trauma and faith/spirituality, relationship struggles, anxiety and depression.
Life's path is rarely straightforward, and I've had the opportunity to work across many industries. Following my Bachelor’s degree in psychology, I began my career as a personal support worker. I later transitioned into human resources at a bank. I have been in practice since 2022, returning to my true passion of helping individuals address their most meaningful challenges.
I specialize in working with issues related to sex and sexuality, immigration and migration, Christian religious trauma and faith/spirituality, relationship struggles, anxiety and depression.
Life's path is rarely straightforward, and I've had the opportunity to work across many industries. Following my Bachelor’s degree in psychology, I began my career as a personal support worker. I later transitioned into human resources at a bank. I have been in practice since 2022, returning to my true passion of helping individuals address their most meaningful challenges.
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Kristie Oroma
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, PPM, BASS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6N (Online Only)
I specialize in grief therapy, life transitions, mood disorders, intimate partner violence, anger management, trauma therapy, and Christian Counseling as required.
Are you feeling anxious, frustrated, stressed, or even overwhelmed by life's challenges but hesitant to open up due to past experiences? I hear you and understand the apprehension that comes with seeking therapy, especially when the fit isn't right. My goal is to provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely express yourself and explore your emotions. In our sessions, you'll have the opportunity to share your life story and how it has impacted your well-being and relationships. Together, we'll navigate through your past and present experiences, working towards healing and personal growth.
I specialize in grief therapy, life transitions, mood disorders, intimate partner violence, anger management, trauma therapy, and Christian Counseling as required.
Are you feeling anxious, frustrated, stressed, or even overwhelmed by life's challenges but hesitant to open up due to past experiences? I hear you and understand the apprehension that comes with seeking therapy, especially when the fit isn't right. My goal is to provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely express yourself and explore your emotions. In our sessions, you'll have the opportunity to share your life story and how it has impacted your well-being and relationships. Together, we'll navigate through your past and present experiences, working towards healing and personal growth.
Are you ready for a New Chapter in your life? Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, or trauma? Do you want to live a life free from an addiction? You need a safe space to work through identity challenges and self-esteem issues and to achieve personal development for an even brighter future. Oftentimes obstacles in our relationships, friendships, and families can be a hindrance. As my client, you will be motivated and supported in overcoming the adversities you are facing in your life. I am a Nigerian-Canadian Faith-Based Therapist with a passion for supporting Men (all backgrounds), The BIPOC Community, and Christian clients.
Are you ready for a New Chapter in your life? Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, or trauma? Do you want to live a life free from an addiction? You need a safe space to work through identity challenges and self-esteem issues and to achieve personal development for an even brighter future. Oftentimes obstacles in our relationships, friendships, and families can be a hindrance. As my client, you will be motivated and supported in overcoming the adversities you are facing in your life. I am a Nigerian-Canadian Faith-Based Therapist with a passion for supporting Men (all backgrounds), The BIPOC Community, and Christian clients.
Ariette Hung - Christian Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MDiv
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5C
Accepting new individual clients and couples for Christian counselling, teen and adult counselling! Life can be distressing at times. Certain experiences, stress and unhealthy relationships can get the best of anyone. I help my clients process difficult emotions and experiences in a safe space. I work with adolescent (13+) and adult individuals, supporting them in navigating emotional/mental challenges and a variety of life issues. My areas of focus includes: Christian counselling, anxious/avoidant attachment, anxiety, self-esteem, inner child, self-esteem, emotional/mental stress.
Accepting new individual clients and couples for Christian counselling, teen and adult counselling! Life can be distressing at times. Certain experiences, stress and unhealthy relationships can get the best of anyone. I help my clients process difficult emotions and experiences in a safe space. I work with adolescent (13+) and adult individuals, supporting them in navigating emotional/mental challenges and a variety of life issues. My areas of focus includes: Christian counselling, anxious/avoidant attachment, anxiety, self-esteem, inner child, self-esteem, emotional/mental stress.
Madison Mastervick
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RECE
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I’m Maddy! Thank you for visiting my profile! I have the privilege to work with children, youth, and young adults. I support individuals and families to better understand themselves and their experiences to help them gain a sense of control and balance. Those I work with often struggle with overwhelming or intrusive thoughts, anxiety, large emotional reactions, and a lack of motivation to do the things they once enjoyed. When working together I will prioritize and centre our work together based on your values and goals, and for those who seek it, I also offer Christian Informed Therapy!
Hi, I’m Maddy! Thank you for visiting my profile! I have the privilege to work with children, youth, and young adults. I support individuals and families to better understand themselves and their experiences to help them gain a sense of control and balance. Those I work with often struggle with overwhelming or intrusive thoughts, anxiety, large emotional reactions, and a lack of motivation to do the things they once enjoyed. When working together I will prioritize and centre our work together based on your values and goals, and for those who seek it, I also offer Christian Informed Therapy!
Julia G Johnson
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6H (Online Only)
Other training: Prolonged Exposure, Trauma Practice, Polyvagal/Compassion Fatigue Therapy, Group Therapy, Parenting skills, Supervision, and she is also a Catholic Christian Healing Minister.
Ms. Johnson provides English/Spanish psychotherapy for children/youth/adults. The hardships we face in life can have an impact on the health and mental well-being of us and our love ones. Ms. Johnson's goal is to help people who struggle with anxiety, depression, and trauma succeed, and find inner peace. She provides psychotherapy for people of diverse backgrounds, including Christians, who want to overcome fears and limitations, achieve spiritual growth, and create meaningful relationships with others. She is also a Play Therapist Supervisor who cares and works well with children 2 & up, families, parents and couples.
Other training: Prolonged Exposure, Trauma Practice, Polyvagal/Compassion Fatigue Therapy, Group Therapy, Parenting skills, Supervision, and she is also a Catholic Christian Healing Minister.
Ms. Johnson provides English/Spanish psychotherapy for children/youth/adults. The hardships we face in life can have an impact on the health and mental well-being of us and our love ones. Ms. Johnson's goal is to help people who struggle with anxiety, depression, and trauma succeed, and find inner peace. She provides psychotherapy for people of diverse backgrounds, including Christians, who want to overcome fears and limitations, achieve spiritual growth, and create meaningful relationships with others. She is also a Play Therapist Supervisor who cares and works well with children 2 & up, families, parents and couples.
As a Christian therapist with a background in addictions and mental health counseling.
Are you having trouble being the best version of yourself? Tired of everyone telling you what to do. Do you know that there is an answer but you just can't put your finger on it? As a Christian therapist together we can find out who you are created to be.
As a Christian therapist with a background in addictions and mental health counseling.
Are you having trouble being the best version of yourself? Tired of everyone telling you what to do. Do you know that there is an answer but you just can't put your finger on it? As a Christian therapist together we can find out who you are created to be.
Jamie Clahane | Christian Therapist (virtual)
Registered Psychotherapist, MTS, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4M (Online Only)
I am rooted in the Christian tradition and provide Christian counselling that creates a safe non-judgmental space for all people who need care.
Thanks for taking the time to learn more about me and the care I provide. I am a registered psychotherapist providing therapy for people living in Ontario, Canada. I am a clinical counsellor who also has specialized training in pastoral care, which means I treat people at a very holistic level. I work with people struggling with a range of issues including clinical Anxiety, Depression, Low Self esteem, Addiction, Grief & Loss, and more complex issues such as, OCD, Eating Disorders, Complicated Grief, PTSD, and more. Yes, recovery involves mental & emotional processing and integration. However, the deepest healing involves more.
I am rooted in the Christian tradition and provide Christian counselling that creates a safe non-judgmental space for all people who need care.
Thanks for taking the time to learn more about me and the care I provide. I am a registered psychotherapist providing therapy for people living in Ontario, Canada. I am a clinical counsellor who also has specialized training in pastoral care, which means I treat people at a very holistic level. I work with people struggling with a range of issues including clinical Anxiety, Depression, Low Self esteem, Addiction, Grief & Loss, and more complex issues such as, OCD, Eating Disorders, Complicated Grief, PTSD, and more. Yes, recovery involves mental & emotional processing and integration. However, the deepest healing involves more.
Michael Richard Cottrell
Registered Psychotherapist, ECE, BSW, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4W
As a Buddhist and ordained Christian minister I bring a solid and spiritual presence and practice to our work.
Life is an adventure on a path that is long and winding.For over 35 years I have been; parent, teacher, counselor, spiritual leader, healer and therapist. My work with you will be a creative experience of support, therapy, healing and personal development. "You will go out of your mind and come back to your senses." You will discover within yourself a broader range of choices for living your life fully ... just the way you want. How do we do this... together we work with what is showing up in the Here and Now.
As a Buddhist and ordained Christian minister I bring a solid and spiritual presence and practice to our work.
Life is an adventure on a path that is long and winding.For over 35 years I have been; parent, teacher, counselor, spiritual leader, healer and therapist. My work with you will be a creative experience of support, therapy, healing and personal development. "You will go out of your mind and come back to your senses." You will discover within yourself a broader range of choices for living your life fully ... just the way you want. How do we do this... together we work with what is showing up in the Here and Now.
Dr. James A. Robinson
Pastoral Counsellor, PhD, BCPCC, LMFT, BCMMHC, BCPC
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M6B
Through Pastoral Counselling, I am able to reach individuals and families by utilize Christian resources and biblical application.
I am a licensed/Certified Professional Pastoral Christian Counselor. My specialties include Marriage and Family, Drugs & Addiction, Depression, ADHD, Abuse, Forgiveness, Anger, Trauma/Crisis, Anxiety, Grief, and PTSD. Mankind is of two natures, physical and spiritual. We often ensure we are physically fulfilled but tend to neglect our spiritual side. I utilize Christian resources to address a wide spectrum of disorders and daily life challenges, and by the renewing of the mind.
Through Pastoral Counselling, I am able to reach individuals and families by utilize Christian resources and biblical application.
I am a licensed/Certified Professional Pastoral Christian Counselor. My specialties include Marriage and Family, Drugs & Addiction, Depression, ADHD, Abuse, Forgiveness, Anger, Trauma/Crisis, Anxiety, Grief, and PTSD. Mankind is of two natures, physical and spiritual. We often ensure we are physically fulfilled but tend to neglect our spiritual side. I utilize Christian resources to address a wide spectrum of disorders and daily life challenges, and by the renewing of the mind.
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Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work effectively together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience in tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of culture, religion, and other factors on each individual.
Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Christian values?
Each person brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of treatment modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition that strongly influences the way they conduct their everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process. For some clients, a Christian therapist is likely to incorporate faith-based principles into emotional healing techniques.
How do I recognise an effective Christian therapist?
Christian therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Christian beliefs and values. They have an understanding of the importance that Christian principles play in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of struggles that can affect daily functioning. Like all effective therapists, a Christian therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of life.
Why might someone feel comfortable with a Christian therapist?
While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns but also shares a client’s faith and values. Sensitivity to spiritual matters as well as to everyday struggles can provide a welcome sense of safety and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, both of which support the therapeutic process.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.