Infidelity Therapists in Toronto, ON
Gabriela Dinca | Relationships | Couples | Individuals 18+ | Seniors
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M2R (Online Only)
Accepting NEW clients! Are you searching for ways to maintain health and love in your life and relationships? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, loneliness, anger, communication, low self-esteem, or aging issues? Have you experienced infidelity, trauma, betrayal, loss, and abuse, and you may feel like your life is falling apart? There is hope beyond the worry, hopelessness, and other distressing symptoms you may experience. I am passionate about guiding you towards healing to find hope, strength, resilience, & the courage to face life's challenges through nurturing, compassionate, & non-judgmental approaches.
Accepting NEW clients! Are you searching for ways to maintain health and love in your life and relationships? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, loneliness, anger, communication, low self-esteem, or aging issues? Have you experienced infidelity, trauma, betrayal, loss, and abuse, and you may feel like your life is falling apart? There is hope beyond the worry, hopelessness, and other distressing symptoms you may experience. I am passionate about guiding you towards healing to find hope, strength, resilience, & the courage to face life's challenges through nurturing, compassionate, & non-judgmental approaches.
Relationship Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5J (Online Only)
Whether you are dealing with trauma, infidelity, intimacy concerns, communication issues, difficulty compromising; know that I am here for you.
Accepting New Clients: Relationships often face challenges like trust issues, communication breakdowns, and a lack of intimacy. Partners want to feel heard, understood, and cherished, yearning for a relationship filled with trust, passion, and unwavering connection. My mission is to empower you to transform your relationship challenges into opportunities for growth and connection. With over a decade of experience, I've helped couples reconnect, deepen their understanding, and reignite the spark that brought them together. Working as your guide, I'll lead you to a pathway of renewed trust, enriched communication, and a love that deep
Whether you are dealing with trauma, infidelity, intimacy concerns, communication issues, difficulty compromising; know that I am here for you.
Accepting New Clients: Relationships often face challenges like trust issues, communication breakdowns, and a lack of intimacy. Partners want to feel heard, understood, and cherished, yearning for a relationship filled with trust, passion, and unwavering connection. My mission is to empower you to transform your relationship challenges into opportunities for growth and connection. With over a decade of experience, I've helped couples reconnect, deepen their understanding, and reignite the spark that brought them together. Working as your guide, I'll lead you to a pathway of renewed trust, enriched communication, and a love that deep
Imagine if your relationships could be a source of joy & comfort, rather than stress & heartache. What a relief that would be. I can help you get there. Maybe you & your partner are struggling; stuck in old patterns with poor communication, feeling disconnected & wanting more intimacy. Maybe you're dealing with infidelity or another kind of betrayal. Maybe you're having difficulty relating to family members or friends - unresolved tension with parents, conflict with your kids, or feeling like you can't be your self around others. Perhaps you're feeling stressed out, anxious, lonely, and you want to stop being so hard on yourself.
Imagine if your relationships could be a source of joy & comfort, rather than stress & heartache. What a relief that would be. I can help you get there. Maybe you & your partner are struggling; stuck in old patterns with poor communication, feeling disconnected & wanting more intimacy. Maybe you're dealing with infidelity or another kind of betrayal. Maybe you're having difficulty relating to family members or friends - unresolved tension with parents, conflict with your kids, or feeling like you can't be your self around others. Perhaps you're feeling stressed out, anxious, lonely, and you want to stop being so hard on yourself.
If you're experiencing difficulties with depression, anxiety, stress, relationships, university issues, perfectionism, a life transition, PTSD or betrayal trauma please know that therapy can help.
Therapy can be a transformative & empowering experience. Developing awareness of yourself & your relationships can allow for enriching self growth. Through our work together we will identify resources, skills, & patterns in your life that are effective as well as areas where you may want to change or improve. We also look at & process any events or self-talk that may be keeping you stuck or causing distress. I will work collaboratively with you to identify what would be most helpful for your therapy, keeping in mind your unique personal & cultural experiences, while developing a trusting & respectful therapeutic relationship.
If you're experiencing difficulties with depression, anxiety, stress, relationships, university issues, perfectionism, a life transition, PTSD or betrayal trauma please know that therapy can help.
Therapy can be a transformative & empowering experience. Developing awareness of yourself & your relationships can allow for enriching self growth. Through our work together we will identify resources, skills, & patterns in your life that are effective as well as areas where you may want to change or improve. We also look at & process any events or self-talk that may be keeping you stuck or causing distress. I will work collaboratively with you to identify what would be most helpful for your therapy, keeping in mind your unique personal & cultural experiences, while developing a trusting & respectful therapeutic relationship.
Leila Rashidi
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, CCPA, CHyp, CRPO
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M2M
I offer individual and couples therapy in the following specializations: • Anxiety and Depression • Interpersonal/Relationship issues • Life transitions • Goal setting • Work/Life balance • Anger Management • Domestic Violence • Family Conflict • Infidelity • Marital and Premarital • Self Esteem • Stress • Trauma and PTSD • Women's Issues
I offer individual and couples therapy in the following specializations: • Anxiety and Depression • Interpersonal/Relationship issues • Life transitions • Goal setting • Work/Life balance • Anger Management • Domestic Violence • Family Conflict • Infidelity • Marital and Premarital • Self Esteem • Stress • Trauma and PTSD • Women's Issues
Zoë Beiko
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, H BA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6K (Online Only)
It can be traumatic to not have the relationship you'd like to have with yourself or to experience betrayal trauma but I believe you can come out on “the other side” with a better understanding of yourself.
Hey, I’m Zoë! Thanks for being here. If you’re reading this, it might mean you are wanting support while navigating complicated feelings of confusion, grief, anger or sadness in your life. I support my clients who are struggling with their relationship to themselves, betrayal trauma, nervous system regulation and mindfulness. I might be able to support you if you are wanting to heal from relationship trauma and feel better about yourself and your life. You do not need to carry those heavy loads alone!
It can be traumatic to not have the relationship you'd like to have with yourself or to experience betrayal trauma but I believe you can come out on “the other side” with a better understanding of yourself.
Hey, I’m Zoë! Thanks for being here. If you’re reading this, it might mean you are wanting support while navigating complicated feelings of confusion, grief, anger or sadness in your life. I support my clients who are struggling with their relationship to themselves, betrayal trauma, nervous system regulation and mindfulness. I might be able to support you if you are wanting to heal from relationship trauma and feel better about yourself and your life. You do not need to carry those heavy loads alone!
Andrei Reznikov
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BSc
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5G
For individuals I offer: Solution Focused Therapy - for a specific life goal; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - for mentalized issues; and Narrative and Systemic therapy, for issues relational in nature - breakups, infidelity, dysfunctional communication.
Offering sessions in Russian and English, my main focus is relationships. I work by peeling apart narratives surrounding the issue, educating the couple on the specific tools I used, and how to apply them independently. For individuals, I offer a toolbox of various CBT, SFT, and Narrative Therapy methodology that we collaborate on fitting and applying. After closely exploring ones relational functioning - breakups, tough relationships and family situations, I proceed to focus on immediate needs, with the aim of boosting overall functioning. Lost after trauma, or hurting day after day - If these are your issues, I may be of service.
For individuals I offer: Solution Focused Therapy - for a specific life goal; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - for mentalized issues; and Narrative and Systemic therapy, for issues relational in nature - breakups, infidelity, dysfunctional communication.
Offering sessions in Russian and English, my main focus is relationships. I work by peeling apart narratives surrounding the issue, educating the couple on the specific tools I used, and how to apply them independently. For individuals, I offer a toolbox of various CBT, SFT, and Narrative Therapy methodology that we collaborate on fitting and applying. After closely exploring ones relational functioning - breakups, tough relationships and family situations, I proceed to focus on immediate needs, with the aim of boosting overall functioning. Lost after trauma, or hurting day after day - If these are your issues, I may be of service.
Whether you are dealing with trauma, infidelity, intimacy concerns, communication issues, difficulty compromising; know that I am here for you.
Relationships often face challenges like trust issues, communication breakdowns, and a lack of intimacy. Partners want to feel heard, understood, and cherished, yearning for a relationship filled with trust, passion, and unwavering connection. My mission is to empower you to transform your relationship challenges into opportunities for growth and connection. With over a decade of experience, I've helped couples reconnect, deepen their understanding, and reignite the spark that brought them together. Working as your guide, I'll lead you to a pathway of renewed trust, enriched communication, and a love that deepens with time
Whether you are dealing with trauma, infidelity, intimacy concerns, communication issues, difficulty compromising; know that I am here for you.
Relationships often face challenges like trust issues, communication breakdowns, and a lack of intimacy. Partners want to feel heard, understood, and cherished, yearning for a relationship filled with trust, passion, and unwavering connection. My mission is to empower you to transform your relationship challenges into opportunities for growth and connection. With over a decade of experience, I've helped couples reconnect, deepen their understanding, and reignite the spark that brought them together. Working as your guide, I'll lead you to a pathway of renewed trust, enriched communication, and a love that deepens with time
Vanessa Leggio
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6P (Online Only)
Something is in the way of a connected and secure relationship — perhaps the lifelong impact of childhood trauma and abuse, or a recent disclosure of infidelity that has fractured your trusting bond.
Do you and your partner find yourselves caught in the same arguments, no matter what you do? Maybe your thoughts are filled with the idea that you’re not good enough, or you find it hard to trust. You’ve tried talking it out, but that only seems to make things worse.
Something is in the way of a connected and secure relationship — perhaps the lifelong impact of childhood trauma and abuse, or a recent disclosure of infidelity that has fractured your trusting bond.
Do you and your partner find yourselves caught in the same arguments, no matter what you do? Maybe your thoughts are filled with the idea that you’re not good enough, or you find it hard to trust. You’ve tried talking it out, but that only seems to make things worse.
Christine Faihz
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4Y (Online Only)
Are you stuck in a negative thought spiral? Are you feeling sad, lonely, overwhelmed, and heartbroken? I will help you. For over 26 years I have helped people successfully work through many of life’s challenges, and transitions such as, Infidelity, re-building trust, separation and divorce, childhood sexual abuse, Trauma and (P.T.S.D); I help people struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, loneliness, as well as feelings of grief & loss. I offer a safe, reflective, judgement free space for you to share your story and begin to heal. Alternative lifestyle positive. Please don’t struggle alone, I can help you.
Are you stuck in a negative thought spiral? Are you feeling sad, lonely, overwhelmed, and heartbroken? I will help you. For over 26 years I have helped people successfully work through many of life’s challenges, and transitions such as, Infidelity, re-building trust, separation and divorce, childhood sexual abuse, Trauma and (P.T.S.D); I help people struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, loneliness, as well as feelings of grief & loss. I offer a safe, reflective, judgement free space for you to share your story and begin to heal. Alternative lifestyle positive. Please don’t struggle alone, I can help you.
Couples therapy can help uncover core issues causing the conflicts in your relationship. We can learn to identify triggers, work through past and current conflicts, understand your attachment style, and reconnect emotional and physical intimacy. Together, we can rebuild relationships with attachment injuries such as trauma, betrayals, and infidelity and learn to support each other through the emotional turmoil by making repairs and taking steps towards conflict resolution. We can work through conflicts occurring in your relationship to help you both feel more supported and connected.
Couples therapy can help uncover core issues causing the conflicts in your relationship. We can learn to identify triggers, work through past and current conflicts, understand your attachment style, and reconnect emotional and physical intimacy. Together, we can rebuild relationships with attachment injuries such as trauma, betrayals, and infidelity and learn to support each other through the emotional turmoil by making repairs and taking steps towards conflict resolution. We can work through conflicts occurring in your relationship to help you both feel more supported and connected.
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Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP, RMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6S
Specialized individual, couple and sex therapist with over 20 years experience. My style is calm, gentle and direct, focused on helping you make meaningful change quickly. Regardless of who I am working with, my aim is to strengthen you and your relationships, and to help you make important decisions thoughtfully and with care. My current areas of focus include relationship conflict, trauma, sexuality and infidelity.
Specialized individual, couple and sex therapist with over 20 years experience. My style is calm, gentle and direct, focused on helping you make meaningful change quickly. Regardless of who I am working with, my aim is to strengthen you and your relationships, and to help you make important decisions thoughtfully and with care. My current areas of focus include relationship conflict, trauma, sexuality and infidelity.
And if you have been traumatized by infidelity or other significant past or current events, EMDR will assist you in "living" again.
I am a certified Sex Addiction therapist. My primary area of work is directed to Sex and Pornography Addiction, Partner Betrayal Trauma, Intimacy and Attachment disorders, and the resulting complications from sexual compulsivity. I also practice EMDR trauma therapy to assist clients in processing traumatic events. Through the careful construction of an empathetic counselling relationship I am able to provide therapy for individuals, partners, and couples suffering the consequences of sex and pornography addiction as well as trauma that may, or may not be, related to the sexual challenges. I provide online counselling across Canada.
And if you have been traumatized by infidelity or other significant past or current events, EMDR will assist you in "living" again.
I am a certified Sex Addiction therapist. My primary area of work is directed to Sex and Pornography Addiction, Partner Betrayal Trauma, Intimacy and Attachment disorders, and the resulting complications from sexual compulsivity. I also practice EMDR trauma therapy to assist clients in processing traumatic events. Through the careful construction of an empathetic counselling relationship I am able to provide therapy for individuals, partners, and couples suffering the consequences of sex and pornography addiction as well as trauma that may, or may not be, related to the sexual challenges. I provide online counselling across Canada.
Relationships For Life - Clare Mezes
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M2M (Online Only)
I provide "Couples Intensives", helping couples in making their relationship the best it can be...all the way to those who cannot decide, "Should I Stay or Should I Go?" Bring your painful and complicated life-stories including family of origin trauma, affairs, addictions, boundary and self-esteem issues, and sexuality concerns. Come for a full day intensive, or to a series of 4-6, two to three hour couple's sessions, using a Relational Life Therapy approach, (Terry Real) because you just don't feel close anymore!
I provide "Couples Intensives", helping couples in making their relationship the best it can be...all the way to those who cannot decide, "Should I Stay or Should I Go?" Bring your painful and complicated life-stories including family of origin trauma, affairs, addictions, boundary and self-esteem issues, and sexuality concerns. Come for a full day intensive, or to a series of 4-6, two to three hour couple's sessions, using a Relational Life Therapy approach, (Terry Real) because you just don't feel close anymore!
I am a CSAT-candidate (Certified Sex Addiction therapist) and I help clients move from sex addiction to a healthy expression of sexuality, and work with spouses to resolve their betrayal trauma.
Hope changes everything, but sometimes life circumstances can make it difficult to find hope in the midst of what feels like overwhelming darkness. I offer a non-judgmental space to explore past and current issues that may be contributing to the feeling of hopelessness. I work with clients to help uncover the underlying issues that are driving problematic behaviours. Along with talk therapy I use mindful movement and creative interventions to allow clients a full range of expression, and a more holistic approach to healing and recovery. My approach is gentle, and client centred.
I am a CSAT-candidate (Certified Sex Addiction therapist) and I help clients move from sex addiction to a healthy expression of sexuality, and work with spouses to resolve their betrayal trauma.
Hope changes everything, but sometimes life circumstances can make it difficult to find hope in the midst of what feels like overwhelming darkness. I offer a non-judgmental space to explore past and current issues that may be contributing to the feeling of hopelessness. I work with clients to help uncover the underlying issues that are driving problematic behaviours. Along with talk therapy I use mindful movement and creative interventions to allow clients a full range of expression, and a more holistic approach to healing and recovery. My approach is gentle, and client centred.
I help couples overcome conflict to create strong and harmonious relationships. As a Certified Gottman Therapist, I help couples quiet the conflict in their relationship. What were once heart-breaking conversations the couple did not know how to fix, turn into dialogue around making the relationship better, repairing old hurts, and deepening emotional connection. Whether the conflict stems from poor communication and emotional distance, to trauma, affairs, infertility, or substance use problems, the evidence based treatments can help couples communicate openly and find solutions, or decide it is time to move on.
I help couples overcome conflict to create strong and harmonious relationships. As a Certified Gottman Therapist, I help couples quiet the conflict in their relationship. What were once heart-breaking conversations the couple did not know how to fix, turn into dialogue around making the relationship better, repairing old hurts, and deepening emotional connection. Whether the conflict stems from poor communication and emotional distance, to trauma, affairs, infertility, or substance use problems, the evidence based treatments can help couples communicate openly and find solutions, or decide it is time to move on.
Caleb Simonyi-Gindele
Counsellor, MAMFT, RCC-ACS, CSAT
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M1T (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who is wanting to kick their porn or sex addiction, who has engaged in infidelity, or who wants to heal from past trauma or attachment wounds.
I work with individuals dealing with infidelity, betrayal, abuse, trauma and pornography or sex addiction. If you need to figure out why you are engaging in behaviours that are contrary to your personal ethics and then stop those behaviours once and for all, I'd love to help! Whether it is understanding why you found yourself having an affair, or why you cannot stop looking at pornography once and for all, or any of the issues listed here: doing the deeper work of understanding the 'why' and then pursuing the healing and changes necessary will move you towards the life you want. One of integrity, peace and freedom from guilt...
My ideal client is someone who is wanting to kick their porn or sex addiction, who has engaged in infidelity, or who wants to heal from past trauma or attachment wounds.
I work with individuals dealing with infidelity, betrayal, abuse, trauma and pornography or sex addiction. If you need to figure out why you are engaging in behaviours that are contrary to your personal ethics and then stop those behaviours once and for all, I'd love to help! Whether it is understanding why you found yourself having an affair, or why you cannot stop looking at pornography once and for all, or any of the issues listed here: doing the deeper work of understanding the 'why' and then pursuing the healing and changes necessary will move you towards the life you want. One of integrity, peace and freedom from guilt...
I work with a wide range of clients challenged by the impact of trauma, intimacy issues, anxiety, depression, situational stress, sexuality, betrayal, infidelity, grief, addictions, and PTSD.
Welcome to my site. I hope you find this information helpful and informative. My passion is to assist and empower others on their journey of self-discovery. I am a Masters of Social Work (MSW) and a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. My approach is one of transformation through non-judgment, listening, support, empathy, and insight. I operate from a Trauma-Informed Approach (TIA) in acknowledging the sensitive concerns that exist within the clients that I work with.
I work with a wide range of clients challenged by the impact of trauma, intimacy issues, anxiety, depression, situational stress, sexuality, betrayal, infidelity, grief, addictions, and PTSD.
Welcome to my site. I hope you find this information helpful and informative. My passion is to assist and empower others on their journey of self-discovery. I am a Masters of Social Work (MSW) and a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. My approach is one of transformation through non-judgment, listening, support, empathy, and insight. I operate from a Trauma-Informed Approach (TIA) in acknowledging the sensitive concerns that exist within the clients that I work with.
My specialties include: anger management, men's issues, couples counselling, addiction, infidelity, masculinity, porn addiction, sex addiction, gambling, life coaching, grief, career guidance, high stress, anxiety, depression, interpersonal issues, communication, imposter syndrome, self-esteem and lack of motivation.
As a psychotherapist, my philosophy is simple: I believe many of our challenges stem from dishonesty – either with ourselves or with others. Discovering your truth is vital to your healing journey. l am committed to building strong, judgement-free relationships with my clients to explore root causes together. With extensive experience, I use a holistic, client-centred approach that considers physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. If you are ready to take the next step towards healing, I’d be honoured to work with you.
My specialties include: anger management, men's issues, couples counselling, addiction, infidelity, masculinity, porn addiction, sex addiction, gambling, life coaching, grief, career guidance, high stress, anxiety, depression, interpersonal issues, communication, imposter syndrome, self-esteem and lack of motivation.
As a psychotherapist, my philosophy is simple: I believe many of our challenges stem from dishonesty – either with ourselves or with others. Discovering your truth is vital to your healing journey. l am committed to building strong, judgement-free relationships with my clients to explore root causes together. With extensive experience, I use a holistic, client-centred approach that considers physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. If you are ready to take the next step towards healing, I’d be honoured to work with you.
Victoria Muñoz
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, BA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5V (Online Only)
Finding the right therapist can feel like a daunting task. Not only are you looking for a professional you can deeply trust, but also one you feel safe with, seen, heard, and validated by. My services are built on developing a strong therapeutic relationship within which the growth and relief you deserve can occur. Together, in a non-judgemental space, we can address topics & concerns ranging from emotional regulation, trauma & survivorship, infidelity, polyamory, attachment, ruptures of trust, grief, conflict & communication, sex & intimacy, sexuality & gender identity, racial & cultural identity, and self-criticism & blame.
Finding the right therapist can feel like a daunting task. Not only are you looking for a professional you can deeply trust, but also one you feel safe with, seen, heard, and validated by. My services are built on developing a strong therapeutic relationship within which the growth and relief you deserve can occur. Together, in a non-judgemental space, we can address topics & concerns ranging from emotional regulation, trauma & survivorship, infidelity, polyamory, attachment, ruptures of trust, grief, conflict & communication, sex & intimacy, sexuality & gender identity, racial & cultural identity, and self-criticism & blame.
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How does therapy for infidelity work?
A skilled infidelity therapist will provide a safe space for clients to communicate their feelings and concerns. The goal is to be completely honest about what led to the cheating and how it has affected the entire family to prevent it from recurring in the future. The therapist will help the clients work on rebuilding mutual trust and respect and developing better communication and conflict-resolution skills. If the goal is to remain a couple, clients will learn the “danger signs” for their specific relationship, and they will make a renewed commitment to be faithful.
How long does therapy for infidelity take?
Recovery from infidelity can take time, and it can vary from person to person. Generally, a therapist will want to see the clients at least once a week for around six months. Then the sessions can be arranged as needed, depending on the clients’ individual needs. While therapy may end or shift to an as-needed basis, it can take up to two years or more for some clients to fully recover from infidelity.
How does therapy help the partner who was cheated on?
When a client discovers their partner’s infidelity, their trust in the relationship and in the life they had together may be shattered. They often experience mental health symptoms, such as anxiety, depression, grief, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). They don’t always want to stay in the relationship; they may feel ambivalent or may even want to leave. Therapy gives these clients a safe and healthy way to communicate all of their complicated emotions and concerns.
How does therapy help the partner who committed infidelity?
Infidelity often occurs when one or both partners’ emotional needs are not being met in the relationship. Therapy can help this client understand why they cheated and figure out how to address those unmet needs without resorting to infidelity in the future. This can lessen (but not entirely eliminate) the risk of repeated infidelity. Clients who cheat may also feel intense guilt about deceiving their partners, a sentiment that they can work through in therapy.