Parenting Therapists in Unionville, ON
Jennifer Emanoilidis
Registered Social Worker, HBSc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Unionville, ON L3R (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be difficult, unpredictable, and overwhelming at times. Therapy can assist with reestablishing and developing skills and resources to better manage and cope when facing life's challenges. I would like to help you to realize your personal goals through open communication and the establishment of a respectful therapeutic relationship. I strive to work with individuals to take full advantage of their own internal coping strategies towards achieving balance and improved quality of life. I provide psycho-educational support and supportive counselling to adolescents, adults and their families.
Life can be difficult, unpredictable, and overwhelming at times. Therapy can assist with reestablishing and developing skills and resources to better manage and cope when facing life's challenges. I would like to help you to realize your personal goals through open communication and the establishment of a respectful therapeutic relationship. I strive to work with individuals to take full advantage of their own internal coping strategies towards achieving balance and improved quality of life. I provide psycho-educational support and supportive counselling to adolescents, adults and their families.
Accepting NEW patients! I speak Cantonese, Mandarin and English. I provide counselling to children, youth and adults via secure video and phone calls. I view mental health as a cardiologist views heart health – a vital part of living! I am passionate about healing and helping you live your best life. I enjoy working with individuals with concerns related to any life challenges experienced that prevent you from living your best life, including: trauma, attachment, addiction, grief, relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, BPD and psychosis. I also work with a team of therapists, dietitians and naturopaths.
Accepting NEW patients! I speak Cantonese, Mandarin and English. I provide counselling to children, youth and adults via secure video and phone calls. I view mental health as a cardiologist views heart health – a vital part of living! I am passionate about healing and helping you live your best life. I enjoy working with individuals with concerns related to any life challenges experienced that prevent you from living your best life, including: trauma, attachment, addiction, grief, relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, BPD and psychosis. I also work with a team of therapists, dietitians and naturopaths.
Felicia Fischhoff
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MDiv, BSW, BA
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Unionville, ON L3R
Establishing an environment where clients feel safe to share their story is of paramount importance. My approach to therapy is from a trauma-informed lens, a person-centered approach, and by utilizing evidence based modalities. I have experience journeying with clients from diverse backgrounds and with those who have experienced trauma, complex trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and with patients and their families in an in-patient setting. I am an integrationist, because I believe that therapy is not a one size fits all approach.
Establishing an environment where clients feel safe to share their story is of paramount importance. My approach to therapy is from a trauma-informed lens, a person-centered approach, and by utilizing evidence based modalities. I have experience journeying with clients from diverse backgrounds and with those who have experienced trauma, complex trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and with patients and their families in an in-patient setting. I am an integrationist, because I believe that therapy is not a one size fits all approach.
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
Your mental well-being matters, and Jody Levac is here to help you on your transformative journey. Jody believes one of the key elements to healing is the strength of the psycho-therapeutic relationship. Jody brings compassion, 35 years of healthcare and system knowledge, and a desire to guide people to recovery and strength.
Your mental well-being matters, and Jody Levac is here to help you on your transformative journey. Jody believes one of the key elements to healing is the strength of the psycho-therapeutic relationship. Jody brings compassion, 35 years of healthcare and system knowledge, and a desire to guide people to recovery and strength.
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Catherine Choi
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, BEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3R
As a school teacher for ten years, I also have extensive experience in supporting children, teens , and parents with academic, behavioural, emotional and parenting challenges (esp.
Life can be tough and overwhelming at times, and we all need support along the way. If you're going through a difficult season and seeking a breakthrough, I'm here to help you navigate your inner world safely. Together, we can explore your thoughts and feelings, foster positive emotional growth, and develop healthy coping strategies. With over 15 years of counseling experience in various settings such as schools, churches, NGOs, and medical clinics, I have supported individuals, couples, and families facing challenges like depression, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and relationship distress
As a school teacher for ten years, I also have extensive experience in supporting children, teens , and parents with academic, behavioural, emotional and parenting challenges (esp.
Life can be tough and overwhelming at times, and we all need support along the way. If you're going through a difficult season and seeking a breakthrough, I'm here to help you navigate your inner world safely. Together, we can explore your thoughts and feelings, foster positive emotional growth, and develop healthy coping strategies. With over 15 years of counseling experience in various settings such as schools, churches, NGOs, and medical clinics, I have supported individuals, couples, and families facing challenges like depression, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and relationship distress
Collaborative and effective approach to address anxiety, attachment injuries, depression, emotional regulation, identity, interpersonal relationships, major life transitions, parenting, self-acceptance.
Feeling addicted to stress? You Don’t Have to Face Life’s Challenges Alone. I’m here to walk this journey with you. As a skilled and compassionate therapist with over 10 years of experience, I specialize in providing tailored, effective care for individuals, couples, and families. My mission is to build trust and connect with clients on a deep level, to create a safe and supportive environment for healing. I’m dedicated to understanding your unique needs and delivering personalized therapeutic plans that truly make a difference. Let’s work together to build the life you envision, one step at a time.
Collaborative and effective approach to address anxiety, attachment injuries, depression, emotional regulation, identity, interpersonal relationships, major life transitions, parenting, self-acceptance.
Feeling addicted to stress? You Don’t Have to Face Life’s Challenges Alone. I’m here to walk this journey with you. As a skilled and compassionate therapist with over 10 years of experience, I specialize in providing tailored, effective care for individuals, couples, and families. My mission is to build trust and connect with clients on a deep level, to create a safe and supportive environment for healing. I’m dedicated to understanding your unique needs and delivering personalized therapeutic plans that truly make a difference. Let’s work together to build the life you envision, one step at a time.
Through therapy sessions tailored to your unique needs, we will work together to develop effective strategies, enhance your confidence as a parent, and cultivate a deeper understanding of building a harmonized relationship with your family.
Are you experiencing stress and anxiety during your prenatal journey or fearing childbirth? Are you grappling with the anxieties of impending parenthood? Do you find yourself overwhelmed during the postpartum period, unsure of how to soothe your crying baby despite trying everything? Perhaps you're navigating the challenging terrain of parenting a toddler through temper tantrums, seeking strategies to enhance your enjoyment of parenthood. Or do you feel judged as a parent, tired of the ongoing comments from people around you?
Through therapy sessions tailored to your unique needs, we will work together to develop effective strategies, enhance your confidence as a parent, and cultivate a deeper understanding of building a harmonized relationship with your family.
Are you experiencing stress and anxiety during your prenatal journey or fearing childbirth? Are you grappling with the anxieties of impending parenthood? Do you find yourself overwhelmed during the postpartum period, unsure of how to soothe your crying baby despite trying everything? Perhaps you're navigating the challenging terrain of parenting a toddler through temper tantrums, seeking strategies to enhance your enjoyment of parenthood. Or do you feel judged as a parent, tired of the ongoing comments from people around you?
Aery Ng
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3R (Online Only)
I have worked with children and adolescents for most of my life and since becoming a mother, I expanded my work to parenting.
Sometimes when we are caught in one of life's toughest moments, we seek support. That support can look like how to process a situation, validation, a listening ear, problem solving, and so forth. Therapy can be many things or it can be one. I offer a client - centred approach with empathy. If you are looking for someone you can relate to, I am a parent to young children, I have experienced PPA/D, loss, abandonment, unhealthy relationships, and more. If you are interested in working together but still not sure, we can have a 15-20 minute chat to help you with that decision.
I have worked with children and adolescents for most of my life and since becoming a mother, I expanded my work to parenting.
Sometimes when we are caught in one of life's toughest moments, we seek support. That support can look like how to process a situation, validation, a listening ear, problem solving, and so forth. Therapy can be many things or it can be one. I offer a client - centred approach with empathy. If you are looking for someone you can relate to, I am a parent to young children, I have experienced PPA/D, loss, abandonment, unhealthy relationships, and more. If you are interested in working together but still not sure, we can have a 15-20 minute chat to help you with that decision.
Stacy Gareau
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3R (Online Only)
I am a registered Social Worker (RSW) with eight years of experience providing psychotherapy to individuals and families. I will work with you to develop goals that best suit your needs. I can support you if you're experiencing life transitions: gender identity, sexual orientation, retirement, or change in relationship status—also, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, grief/loss, and self-harm. I use a custom combination of approaches, including Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness through a trauma-informed lens.
I am a registered Social Worker (RSW) with eight years of experience providing psychotherapy to individuals and families. I will work with you to develop goals that best suit your needs. I can support you if you're experiencing life transitions: gender identity, sexual orientation, retirement, or change in relationship status—also, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, grief/loss, and self-harm. I use a custom combination of approaches, including Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness through a trauma-informed lens.
Dr. Julia Sen Private Practice
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L6C (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
However, I am offering various group transformation programs for parenting, fertility, and inner child healing.
I am a Clinical and Counselling Psychologist with over twenty years of experience. I compassionately work with individuals, couples, and groups on their journey to healing. I believe that psychotherapy is based on providing a warm, safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable expressing their emotions and needs. I have created various programs to creatively unlock our innate wisdom and navigate life with greater ease and flow. With a special interest in parenting, fertility, and inner child work, I believe our journey is to awaken the possibility in each of us.
However, I am offering various group transformation programs for parenting, fertility, and inner child healing.
I am a Clinical and Counselling Psychologist with over twenty years of experience. I compassionately work with individuals, couples, and groups on their journey to healing. I believe that psychotherapy is based on providing a warm, safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable expressing their emotions and needs. I have created various programs to creatively unlock our innate wisdom and navigate life with greater ease and flow. With a special interest in parenting, fertility, and inner child work, I believe our journey is to awaken the possibility in each of us.
Do you or your child struggle with managing anxiety, depression, or stress? Are you finding it challenging to manage their behaviors and understand their needs? You might feel overwhelmed and exhausted to help your child thrive. Do you wonder if your family could find harmony and your child could develop healthily? Now more than ever, parents are feeling overwhelmed about how to bring a better quality of life to children. Still, usually at the same time, they ignore their role besides being a parent, but an individual instead. Pushing away your own needs and not taking time for yourself. I'm here to help you to get the balance.
Do you or your child struggle with managing anxiety, depression, or stress? Are you finding it challenging to manage their behaviors and understand their needs? You might feel overwhelmed and exhausted to help your child thrive. Do you wonder if your family could find harmony and your child could develop healthily? Now more than ever, parents are feeling overwhelmed about how to bring a better quality of life to children. Still, usually at the same time, they ignore their role besides being a parent, but an individual instead. Pushing away your own needs and not taking time for yourself. I'm here to help you to get the balance.
Peartree Counselling
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, RP, RMFT-S, RPT, CPT-S
Verified Verified
Scarborough, ON M1V
I deal with well-being, emotional, relational, low-self esteem, depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, attachment, grieving, marriage and family conflicts, parenting, and inter-generation issues, children and teenagers with anxiety and other emotional issues, I also provide supervision.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Couple and Family, and an approved supervisor of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, I am also a Registered Play Therapist and a supervisor and a Certified Child Psychotherapist and Play Therapist. I have a Ph.D. in Counselling and Spirituality from Saint Paul University and the University of Ottawa. I have more than 20 years of clinical experience in psychotherapy and has been providing individual, couple, and family therapy and play therapy to couples, families, adults, children, and teenagers.
I deal with well-being, emotional, relational, low-self esteem, depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, attachment, grieving, marriage and family conflicts, parenting, and inter-generation issues, children and teenagers with anxiety and other emotional issues, I also provide supervision.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Couple and Family, and an approved supervisor of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, I am also a Registered Play Therapist and a supervisor and a Certified Child Psychotherapist and Play Therapist. I have a Ph.D. in Counselling and Spirituality from Saint Paul University and the University of Ottawa. I have more than 20 years of clinical experience in psychotherapy and has been providing individual, couple, and family therapy and play therapy to couples, families, adults, children, and teenagers.
Koon-Chee Grace Chan
Registered Psychotherapist, MSocSc, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Markham, ON L3R (Online Only)
She is skilled in individual therapy, family therapy, parenting, pre-marital counselling, couple counselling, and the like.
Ms. Koon-chee Grace Chan (preferred to be called Grace) received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and her Master's degree in Counselling from the University of South Australia. She is a Registered Psychotherapist and Registered Social Worker in Ontario and is an experienced mental health practitioner. She obtained an Advanced Certificate of Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Complex Disorders from the University of Toronto and is a member of the Canadian Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Association. She is also a member of Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association.
She is skilled in individual therapy, family therapy, parenting, pre-marital counselling, couple counselling, and the like.
Ms. Koon-chee Grace Chan (preferred to be called Grace) received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and her Master's degree in Counselling from the University of South Australia. She is a Registered Psychotherapist and Registered Social Worker in Ontario and is an experienced mental health practitioner. She obtained an Advanced Certificate of Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Complex Disorders from the University of Toronto and is a member of the Canadian Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Association. She is also a member of Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association.
With over two decades of experience in mental health and psychotherapy services, I specialize in working with tweens, teens, adults and families across a range of mental health and wellness areas including: Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Stress Management, School Based Challenges, Parenting, Relationship difficulties, etc.
With over two decades of experience in mental health and psychotherapy services, I specialize in working with tweens, teens, adults and families across a range of mental health and wellness areas including: Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Stress Management, School Based Challenges, Parenting, Relationship difficulties, etc.
Anthea Lai
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), HBA, MPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3R (Online Only)
I'm here to support you in your self-discovery to know yourself better and navigate the loneliness of what you're going through within yourself and around you. As you go through challenging life transitions of being a parent, changing careers and jobs, moving into a new culture, dealing with illness/loss, substance addictions and past traumas (emotional, relationships, physical, spiritual), I understand the complexity and can help you navigate them in a manageable pace. I embrace spiritually-integrated psychotherapy to explore life purpose / existential meaning and support those seeking for faith-based counselling.
I'm here to support you in your self-discovery to know yourself better and navigate the loneliness of what you're going through within yourself and around you. As you go through challenging life transitions of being a parent, changing careers and jobs, moving into a new culture, dealing with illness/loss, substance addictions and past traumas (emotional, relationships, physical, spiritual), I understand the complexity and can help you navigate them in a manageable pace. I embrace spiritually-integrated psychotherapy to explore life purpose / existential meaning and support those seeking for faith-based counselling.
Yeuk Yu (Winnie) Cheung
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3R
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by your child’s behaviors? Feeling frustrated by constant crying, anger outbursts, or conflicts with others? Doubting your parenting skills? You are not alone. I support families, youths and children with behavioural issues, Anxiety, ADD, ADHD, Autism, Brain injuries, developmental disabilities, depression, attention seeking behaviours, aggressive, disruptive behaviours, suicidal ideation, parenting issues, separation anxiety, social anxiety, etc
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by your child’s behaviors? Feeling frustrated by constant crying, anger outbursts, or conflicts with others? Doubting your parenting skills? You are not alone. I support families, youths and children with behavioural issues, Anxiety, ADD, ADHD, Autism, Brain injuries, developmental disabilities, depression, attention seeking behaviours, aggressive, disruptive behaviours, suicidal ideation, parenting issues, separation anxiety, social anxiety, etc
I have over 10 years of experience working with people struggling with a broad range of issues, including anxiety, feeling low or depressed, trauma, relationship problems, family concerns, or parenting challenges. I will provide you with a comfortable and safe space to share your concerns and I would happily stand with you to reach your goals.
I have over 10 years of experience working with people struggling with a broad range of issues, including anxiety, feeling low or depressed, trauma, relationship problems, family concerns, or parenting challenges. I will provide you with a comfortable and safe space to share your concerns and I would happily stand with you to reach your goals.
Dr. Leyla Javam Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Markham, ON L3R (Online Only)
I can support your diverse mental health needs: anxiety, depression, mood-related challenges, childhood & complex trauma, perinatal/postpartum mental health, stress/burnout, parenting difficulties, acute trauma, self-esteem challenges, boundary setting issues, emotion dysregulation, distractibility, relationship difficulties, social challenges, loss/grief.
Hi! I’m Dr. Leyla. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist (PhD, University of Toronto). My belief about therapy is that everyone is deserving of being seen, heard, and understood in a safe, validating and non-judgmental therapeutic space. I strive to create this safe space for clients. I offer Ontario-wide virtual psychological support to adults (18+) with a range of mental health needs, as well as parenting support to caregivers of children aged 0+. I also provide virtual therapy support to clients in Quebec, NS, & NB. All services are diversity- & trauma-informed. Email me or submit a form on my website for a free intake call.
I can support your diverse mental health needs: anxiety, depression, mood-related challenges, childhood & complex trauma, perinatal/postpartum mental health, stress/burnout, parenting difficulties, acute trauma, self-esteem challenges, boundary setting issues, emotion dysregulation, distractibility, relationship difficulties, social challenges, loss/grief.
Hi! I’m Dr. Leyla. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist (PhD, University of Toronto). My belief about therapy is that everyone is deserving of being seen, heard, and understood in a safe, validating and non-judgmental therapeutic space. I strive to create this safe space for clients. I offer Ontario-wide virtual psychological support to adults (18+) with a range of mental health needs, as well as parenting support to caregivers of children aged 0+. I also provide virtual therapy support to clients in Quebec, NS, & NB. All services are diversity- & trauma-informed. Email me or submit a form on my website for a free intake call.
Tammy Marsh
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSW, MACP, RSW, RP (Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3R
Life is hard, and the challenges we meet in our relationships, work, and daily tasks can create tremendous stress and uncertainty. I provide a warm and comfortable environment where you and I can work as a team to unpack issues troubling you – I am non-judgmental, have a good sense of humour, and I thrive in supporting people through challenging times. As a mature woman, I have faced my own issues with anxiety, relationship stress, and parenting difficulties, and through my personal and professional experiences I have come to understand how powerful the psychotherapy process is at fostering self-awareness and emotional resilience.
Life is hard, and the challenges we meet in our relationships, work, and daily tasks can create tremendous stress and uncertainty. I provide a warm and comfortable environment where you and I can work as a team to unpack issues troubling you – I am non-judgmental, have a good sense of humour, and I thrive in supporting people through challenging times. As a mature woman, I have faced my own issues with anxiety, relationship stress, and parenting difficulties, and through my personal and professional experiences I have come to understand how powerful the psychotherapy process is at fostering self-awareness and emotional resilience.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.