Therapists in Toronto, ON

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.

Welcome! Seeking out support can be a hard first step to make, but it is a sign of listening to your wise inner self. Getting to this step is honourable. Here’s a bit of who I am. I've been practicing for over 22 years, working in the social services field, specifically in community and hospital-based settings. My practice includes Mindfulness, Narrative, Psychodynamic, Trauma Focused, as well as Body Oriented Therapies. I specialize in treating survivors of trauma, as well as individuals experiencing mental health, relationship, parenting, academic stressors, life transitions, and substance use issues.

Therapy is about being heard, being seen, and learning how to make new choices – and knowing that you don’t have to do this on your own. I have experienced working with children, teens, young adults, and families impacted by mental health challenges, crisis situations, and traumatic life experiences. I work from a client-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed modality and experienced in the assessment and treatment of, but not limited to, the following: CPTSD/PTSD; ADHD; Suicidality and Self Harm; Depression/Grief and Anxiety/OCD/GAD; BPD; 2SLGBTQ+ Issues; and Family Conflict.

Welcome! I’m Alex and I offer body oriented talk therapy, embodied movement and clinical supervision/consultation services. I am committed to supporting you in accessing the transformation that is made possible through stretching into your growth edges and living into your deepest held values. My approach is warm, casual, and collaborative. I work with individuals who are 18 + with specialized experience supporting helping professionals, those living with complex trauma, developmental trauma, anxiety and perfectionism.

For the past 15 years I have worked with youth and families who are struggling with a variety of mental health issues or relationship difficulties. Often the clients I support are families who are experiencing conflict, whose members are feeling disconnected or teenagers and young adults who are struggling with intense emotions and engaging in behaviours that are concerning to themselves or their caregivers. I work well with people who are interested in transforming themselves and their relationships rather than those who are focused on symptom reduction alone. In addition, I work with adults who have experienced childhood trauma.

I am a Registered Clinical Psychologist with 20 years of experience, author of Supervision Essentials In EFT and awarded Scholar for Division of Psychoanalysis. I specialize in trauma-focused individual psychotherapy, assessment and counselling for adults. I also offer training and supervision to students and candidates in process of registration with College of Psychologists.

Greetings! I am a Muslim, queer-allied, trauma focused therapist. No matter where you are in your journey, I welcome you to explore, reflect on, and create a compassionate relationship with your inner world. I draw primarily from a dialectical behavioral and attachment framework, as well as parts work and psychodynamics. These frameworks are useful for anyone grappling with trauma, depression/anxiety, ADHD, grief, relationship challenges, and others. My goal is to empower clients to build internal capacity and strengthen their relationship with their internal landscape to better cope with the realities of the world.

Malaka Hakim has a Doctorate in Medicine and a Master's of Arts in Counselling Psychology. She is an active member of the CRPO and a certified Clinical Traumatologist. Malaka helps clients with their stress, anxiety, depression, substance-use, anger management, behavioral issues, ADHD, ASD, along with other mental health disorders. She also works with a multitude of different approaches, including client -centered, ACT, Trauma-Focused CBT, DBT, MI, EFT, and strength based therapy. Malaka’s authentic personality, paired with a genuine respect for others allows her to work with clients that encounter varying degrees of challenges.

I have been committed to supporting the development of individuals, couples, and families since 2001. My work has focused on the areas of mood, anxiety, traumatic stress, personality, attachment, and relationships/family systems. In addition, I work regularly in the area of family-building, including fertility stress, perinatal and postpartum issues, third-party reproduction, fostering, and adoption as well as parenting. I am a clinical supervisor for psychologists, psychotherapists, residents,​ and graduate students from various Universities, teaching integrative and trauma-focused therapy, as well as psychological assessment.

Life can feel challenging at times, leaving you feeling overwhelmed or stuck. You may be experiencing feelings of sadness, worry, anger, shame, fear, grief or despair. Struggling with difficult emotions can take away from living in the present moment. Instead you may find yourself dealing with anxiety, self-criticism, over-thinking, reliving painful memories and stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Together we will slow things down so we can explore your experiences and the parts of you that may be hard to understand.

Having over 5 years of mental health experience working in various health and education centres, Sreedevi is skilled in providing an integrated approach to therapy, using a client centered, anti-oppressive, and trauma focused lens for anyone experiencing depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, grief & loss, life transitions, relational difficulties, trauma, and school/work stress. Sreedevi incorporates modalities such as mindfulness, self-compassion, dialectical behavioural therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, emotion-focused, and insight-oriented therapy.

Warmth, engagement, attunement and compassion - these are some of the characteristics that support the relational work I offer clients. I'm an attachment-based, trauma-focused therapist, trained to integrate many other therapeutic approaches - for example, mindfulness, body-based approaches, stress reduction, psycho-education. I am particularly experienced in working with emotional neglect and abuse, physical/sexual trauma and dissociation, mood disorders, low self-esteem, self-harm (including eating disorders and addiction), identity issues (gender, sexuality and culture) and relationship difficulties (personal and professional).

Feeling overwhelmed, anxious or down? Do negative beliefs, experiences or pain feel like daily events? Does hurt from the past seem to replay itself? Are you navigating rough waters with school, work or relationships? ThriveWell Counselling is here to help. We provide individual, couple and family counselling and psychotherapy related to trauma, attachment, LGBTQ identities and hoarding/clutter support. ThriveWell Counselling helps you confidently live a more peaceful life, both inside & out! ThriveWell has skilled counsellors taking new clients, as well as counsellors-in-training that offer high-quality support at reduced rates.

Accepting NEW Clients – Do you want to work through past experiences, present day stressors, low self-esteem, anxiety, and low moods? Are you tired of the cycle of feeling not 'good enough' or people pleasing? Do you want to learn more about ADHD or managing it? Do you always feel exhausted and drained but aren't sure why? Do you feel resistant to self-compassion or want to learn how to practice it? Have lingering trauma affecting your life or relationships? We'll work together at a pace that feels good to you and shape a path forward that reconnects you with yourself and your goals.

Are you going through a hard time with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you feel stuck or misunderstood in your relationship? Does it feel like you are triggered by little things that don’t make sense? Struggling through your day does not have to be your reality anymore. I can help you break free from feeling trapped and start living your life with ease, calm, and joy. Change is possible and I am committed to supporting you each and every step of the way. I help individuals and couples move past stuck patterns and start implementing positive change in their lives now. Start feeling better and looking forward to each day.

I specialized in working with patients who have experience trauma and are struggling with PTSD, depression, anxiety, OCD, and addiction. I also specialize working with couples to help them learn to better connect and rebuild their relationships.

Trauma and some life experiences are often out of our control. My hope is to be able to help you and support you through the challenges that you have encountered, the emotions and feelings that you can't seem to control or manage and to help you gain back control of your own life.

Has your sense of hope been dimmed by sadness and confusion? Perhaps your interactions are emotionally charged and you’re experiencing lack of motivation. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety and depression related to trauma or are seeking more clarity on why you are feeling the way you are, therapy can help. I believe in the healing and empowering effects of talk therapy. I offer a safe and compassionate space for you to talk and begin a journey toward increased self-acceptance. With the tools, techniques, and strategies of therapy, you can begin to regain your sense of hope for a more vivid and joyful life. Reach out today.

YourTherapist Psychotherapy and Counselling is a specialized mental health clinic that provides evidence-based, compassionate, and affordable mental health services across Ontario. Our highly skilled psychotherapists have been extensively trained to treat a variety of mental illnesses with interventions that are personalized to each client’s needs, including psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Interventions to individuals, couples, and families.

At Third Wave Psychotherapy, we're dedicated to providing personalized and effective therapy for a wide range of mental health challenges. Our specialized expertise encompasses Trauma, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, ADHD, and Sexuality. No matter what you're facing, we're here to support you on your path to healing and growth. Your mental health journey is important, and you don't have to navigate it alone. Whether you're struggling with trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, or any other challenge, Third Wave Psychotherapy is here to help. Take the first step towards healing and schedule a consultation today.

Reaching out for psychological help and support is a courageous and challenging first step. I’m happy you found your way here. I hold space for you to show up as your true and authentic self, and tailor treatment to your specific therapeutic needs and goals. Whether you’re living with depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, suicidal ideation, or struggling with shame, self-acceptance/self-esteem, relationships, or life transitions - this is a safe space to process and work through all that life has thrown your way.

Do you feel worried about life? Are you experiencing feelings of sadness? Do you want more from your relationship? Feeling stuck and in need of a change? I got you! Let's talk about how things could be different. Positive thoughts, beliefs, and actions can help you. With the tools of self-discovery, you can build resilience and begin to live a fulfilling life, regardless of your background or current circumstances. I'm here to help you live your best lives by bringing about positive change. It's important to know that you don't have to go through this alone.

Seeking therapy is a radical act of self love. It takes courage to reach out when in pain or transition. Wanting support is a sign of the impulse to thrive. I hold space for you to heal your attachment and other wounds. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and have a Masters of Psychology, with a private practice in downtown Toronto. My special interests include transitions across the life span, attachment and trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, Post Traumatic Stress, newcomer and multi cultural issues, intersecting with LGBTQ issues, women's mental health, transitioning genders, and newcomer issues.

Change is an inevitable part of life, and while it is natural and we change in ways we desire and appreciate, life can demand that we change in ways that seem difficult or even impossible. We hope to experience excitement, confidence, clarity and good fortune, but are sometimes met with disappointment, pain, confusion, and loss. Our ways of coping, while effective at times, can become insufficient at other times. We handle distressing beliefs and burdens by turning to social media, food, alcohol and drugs, porn and other pleasurable yet distracting activities that keep unwanted feelings at bay.