Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Toronto, ON

I work with adults across the lifespan who are highly motivated to learn more about themselves, active participants in their recovery, and committed to making meaningful changes in their life. Whether they're struggling with a mental disorder, a significant life stressor, relationship difficulties, or challenges at work or home, my clients want to improve how they're coping, not let their struggles define them, and evolve into a better version of themselves.

I grew into this work through personal experiences of challenge and change that allowed me to connect deeply to what people most need in challenging times. I was raised in West Africa, and then trained, lived and worked in the US (UCSF and Adler School), India, and Canada (Queens) during my Masters and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. My global upbringing, diverse training and in-depth trauma experience are the lenses that guide my therapeutic approach. I don’t take it lightly that I have the privilege and responsibility of meeting people often at their most vulnerable moments of their lives to provide the healing they deserve.

I am registered with the College of Psychologists (CPO) and all of my services include clinical supervision with CPO registered Psychologists, which inform my continued professional development. Research in the area of 'common factors' emphasizes the client-therapist relationship and factors that are unique to you and your life circumstances as important predictors for therapy success, and it informs my approach to support you in creating positive change. I meet clients non-judgmentally, and my approach is uniquely dynamic, collaborative, and solution-focused, with therapeutic presence and authenticity.

Annabelle strives to create a safe, non-judgmental environment, where she and her client can work together collaboratively to establish the client’s specific treatment goals. She approaches sessions with emotional attunement and empathy, which she considers to be very important for understanding the client’s journey. She uses evidenced-based therapies within the context of client-centered care. She is trained in delivering individual and group-based interventions in the following modalities, cognitive-behavioural therapy, CBT for insomnia, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, and mindfulness.

Hello! I am so pleased you have decided to take steps in paving your path to healing. You do not have to do this alone. I know it may take time to build trust, but I will strive to approach this partnership with warmth, patience, and honesty, while remaining mindfully present. At Agapé Lens Consulting and Therapy, I provide individual psychotherapy, prioritizing Black adults and youth starting at age 12. I have been addressing the needs of mental health and racialized communities for over 15 years. We can focus on a variety of concerns such as low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, anger, and racism.

Does it feel like your life is on repeat? Do you want to live in the present but are struggling against yourself or have been unable to let go of the trauma that keeps you stuck in the past? Are relationships a continual challenge? I can help you move forward to where you want to go by reconfiguring aspects of your life and reconnecting to yourself and the wisdom you already possess. We will work together towards safety and stability in your world, while achieving a sense of grounding, healing and hope.

Sharing the challenges that have brought you here can feel daunting and vulnerable. Welcome to a warm, compassionate, calm and non-judgmental space. My specialties include trauma and abuse, chronic illness including autoimmune conditions, women’s health issues (fertility, peri-menopause, menopause, reproductive conditions etc), burnout, chronic stress, relationship issues, unhealthy and dysfunctional family patterns and learning healthy boundaries. Together we will focus on healing, understanding and creating healthier patterns so you can feel joy and feel like yourself once again. Book a free discovery call or email me directly.

How important is it for you to engage with a therapist who deeply understands and can help you with childhood trauma and adverse experiences? Would you value a therapeutic experience centred on empathy, safety and a personal commitment to your growth and healing? I am passionate about assisting my clients grappling with childhood trauma, addiction, self-esteem issues, and relationship challenges. Offering individual and marriage counselling, I emphasize self-esteem, anxiety, alcohol addiction, coping strategies, childhood trauma, and life transitions.

The Centre for Psychology and Emotional Health has been providing the highest standard of evidence-based individual and couple therapy since 2003. We are a highly skilled team of psychologists, social workers and registered therapists who are committed to helping people make meaningful changes. Our therapists are compassionate, empathic, and provide a safe therapeutic environment. We treat a wide range of psychological issues including: depression, anxiety, trauma, fears and phobias, relationship injuries and issues, obsessive-compulsive disorder, grief, chronic pain, health issues, stress, and life transitions.

At the Therapy Centre, Shankari provides individual, couple, and family therapy for adults. Her areas of interest and proficiency include diagnostic assessment and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depressive and bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, assertiveness, stress and burnout, anger management, and personality disorders. She has a particular interest in the treatment of PTSD, trauma- and stressor-related disorders, and the variety of individual and interpersonal sequelae of traumatic experiences.

FREE consultation! Feeling overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts? Does it feel like you have no control? Are you frustrated spending time and energy on compulsions, impulsive behaviours, and acting out urges? I am here to help you gain back control. I work with individuals experiencing challenges with OCD, ADHD anxiety, anger, depression, stress, eating disorders, and trauma. I am passionate about empowering others and helping individuals find strength and flexibility. I hope to be able to support you through life’s challenges.

Accepting new clients - If you are neurodivergent (ADHD or/and autism), tackling challenges such as procrastination, imposter syndrome, anxiety, and depression, and trying to foster a sense of belonging, I would love to work together! Understanding your needs, learning how to navigate social and work environments, setting boundaries, and accepting your genuine self can be easier with the support of a therapist who has professional and life experience.

As a Masters level MA in Counselling Psychology practicum student at Yorkville University, I am qualified to practice onsite under the clinical supervision of an approved Site Supervisor. As a dedicated and compassionate psychotherapist intern, my mission is to provide a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

I have worked with women from many different life transitions and circumstances. I have over 15 years of experience supporting families with legal issues, health and education, estate planning for older adults, child-rearing, domestic violence, children with disabilities, women’s issues, elder care and elder abuse, immigration and settlement support. I am passionate in supporting women who have recently immigrated to a new country to learn about available opportunities and support/empower them to reach their goals.

Hi, I’m Maya – I’m so glad you’re here, taking this step in finding a therapist to support you and your needs. I use a client-centered, trauma-informed approach to create a safe, warm, and compassionate space for you to develop further insight into yourself – past challenges, current thought patterns, and difficult emotions. We will work together to identify your goals for therapy; in doing so my hope is to help you increase your awareness of and compassion for challenges you may experience, and support you to feel empowered in making helpful and hopeful shifts in your own life, one day at a time.

You might be noticing feeling sad, shame, anxiety, intense emotions, stuck in patterns, overwhelm, wishing for better relationships, feeling like it's too much yet you always have to be the strong one? Want to feel better and address the root causes? I offer anti-oppressive, trauma-informed therapy services to help you move from trauma to liberation. I believe in you and in a better world. The revolution starts with you. We all deserve to be free. Let's ease your pain together. Let's work collaboratively together to get you to a safe stable place, deal with unresolved issues, and bring you to a place of abundance and growth.

I am a registered clinical psychologist. I provide individual therapy and psychodiagnostic assessments to adults. My practice is geared towards people navigating challenges related to trauma, depression, anxiety, emotion regulation and interpersonal difficulties, self-esteem and identity concerns, grief, life transitions, and a desire for personal growth. My clients seek help because old coping strategies are no longer serving them, or because patterns from past relationships are causing problems in the present. Many are feeling limited by longstanding beliefs, stuck in painful emotions, or overwhelmed with difficult circumstances.

Growing up, I just assumed everybody didn’t like themselves. I thought there were people that were open about not liking themselves, and then the rest of us pretending to like ourselves. It was the work I did in therapy that helped me learn there was this wild third option of “actually liking and appreciating myself”. Now I have the joy of sharing that with people as they learn they don’t have to feel so angry, worried, afraid, sad, or guilty all of the time.

Now Accepting New Clients + + + With over 10 years of experience, I provide therapy to youth, adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, low mood and emotion regulation difficulties. My approach is evidence-based, structured and designed to support you and/or your child to develop practical and effective skills and strategies to overcome challenges and achieve your goals. Through fostering a strong, collaborative therapeutic relationship, I will help you and/or your child feel heard, supported and valued.