Therapists in Toronto, ON

I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the CRPO. I aim to provide a safe and welcoming therapeutic setting for clients to explore life's complexities as well as to promote client strengths and resilience. Seeking therapeutic support can be extremely difficult, but the interaction between client and therapist should not be. I view the relationship between client and therapist as a collaborative effort. You are the expert of your life and I am here to support and challenge you through the difficulties you may experience.

Are you feeling stressed, anxious or depressed as we all collectively learn how to navigate this new reality of fear and social isolation, brought on by the COVID 19 pandemic outbreak? Would you like to find ways to be more focused and more connected with yourself and in synergy with others? Explore your strengths, even in your broken places, and craft and start living a truly energizing and meaningful life? You may be surprised to uncover resources in places you forgot or never knew existed.

I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, stress/burnout, confidence issues, life transitions, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, 2SLGBTQ+ concerns, and take a special focus in working alongside neurodivergent individuals and borderline personality disorder. I work from the position and understanding that life can be painful but we do not need to suffer. I view adversity as existing on a continuum, where pain is an unavoidable part of the human experience within the context of a persons life. Where healing takes time, and patience but it is worth the struggle, and effort to make the journey there for ourselves.

* I'm currently unable to take on new clients * Are you feeling stuck? Feeling stressed, sad, hopeless, anxious, afraid, or irritable? I'd like to help. We all have a unique set of skills and coping strategies that have helped us get through life. Sometimes, those exact strategies get in the way of leading the life we want to live. I'd like to help you unpack some of the thoughts, behaviors, and unhelpful patterns that have brought you to this point. With compassion and curiosity change can happen.

Life can feel out of control at times. Whether the struggle is anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges, I can help guide you to reconnect with your values, help you set realistic goals and teach you the skills you may need to make lasting positive changes. You are the expert in your life and by working together, my aim is to help you find peace within yourself and the ability to live a life you value.

Life can feel like A LOT sometimes. Overwhelming emotions, financial issues, medicating with drugs, alcohol, food or sex, sleepless nights, relationship issues, and loneliness might be some of your current realities. Issues can stem from trauma, upbringing, or current life stressors and have severe emotional and physical ramifications. These issues can be far-reaching and devastating, personally, professionally and financially. Utilizing a person-centric psychodynamic approach combined with compassion and empathy, I am here to help you create the life you want.

I believe my role is to support you in your journey and help you build the tools to work through any obstacle life throws at you by providing a space to express and grow. By using the strengths and skills you already have, together we can build healthy coping skills that work for you so you can continue to practice self-care and self-love. I work through an Anti-Oppressive, Anti-Blackness, Anti-Racist, and Trauma-Informed lens and my approaches are both client-centred and strength-based.

All people share a common desire to be seen, understood, cherished, and respected. My hope is to provide this caring context in order to help people who are ready to transform their lives and take control of their mental health.

I work with people who, in spite of great difficulties, have not given up on finding meaning in their lives. I help them as they struggle with isolation, depression, anxiety, grief or early trauma. Some are trying their best to manage difficult relationships. Others are wondering about their orientation or identity--gendered, sexual, ethnic. Others still are planning the next meaningful transition in their lives.

Life often hits us with challenges we did not expect, and can leave us feeling lost, depleted, and unsure of where to go next. In my work over the years, I have seen clients chart a new path forward by courageously confronting their deepest challenges - I bring this sense of hope, and belief in the human spirit, to my work with everyone I see.

In my experience, people who are considering therapy have something ‘right’ with them rather than something ‘wrong’ with them. Therapy appeals to people who want to grow – past troublesome symptoms and towards self-understanding, self-esteem and self-expression; and therapy appeals to people who want to grow in their relationships. One way therapy is a new process for many of us is that we are accompanied on our journey of self-reflection. We are not alone; the therapist is there to help – with respect, with experience, and with caring.

Hi, I’m Ressa, I specialize in helping teens and young adults navigate the complex emotions associated with anxiety and depression. With over 10 years in clinical practice and two decades of experience working closely with this age group, I am committed to guiding you towards a path of self-acceptance and purpose, helping you lead a fulfilling life and rediscover joy. Many of you may be facing significant challenges, whether it’s at home, school, or in your social lives. Common issues include conflicts, social anxiety, loneliness, a lack of motivation, or feeling misunderstood.

Whether you're struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, or any other life challenges, we'll work together to find an approach which is right for you. I draw on theoretical, practical, and lived experience to help clients navigate their way toward better mental health in a way that fits with their values and lifestyle. Depending on your goals, we may challenge unhelpful thoughts, explore meaning and purpose, or simply engage in therapeutic dialogue, approaching life’s big questions from a place of curiosity rather than judgment.

Are you struggling with low self-esteem or want to unlock your full potential? Trauma can manifest differently in each individual. Shannon Kane is a compassionate mental health professional who employs a somatic approach to create a relaxed mindset and facilitate open dialogue. Whether dealing with anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, or aiming for psychological flexibility, Shannon believes in cultivating a safe environment.

You are driven and a high performer and it has cost you a lot of anxiety. Your solution has been to work harder and power through everything, at home and at work. Even though you feel disconnected, lonely and isolated, you tell yourself - keep going. This is the only way you know how. You're afraid of failing, you're afraid to stop, you're afraid of taking that next step in your career. You don't have to suffer for success and happiness. Your way of coping isn't working anymore. Let me show you a better way, this is not about changing your work ethic, it’s about using different tools to reframe success and support.

If you are looking for a highly trained and experienced psychotherapist to work with for complex and/or longstanding psychological issues, please get in touch with me. In addition to my membership with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO), I am currently an advanced candidate training to become a psychoanalyst at the Toronto Institute for Contemporary Psychoanalysis (TICP).

Hi, I'm Stefanie. Thank you for being here. Many people find me when feeling unfulfilled in one or many aspects of their lives; often, the journey from 'here' to 'there' feels overwhelming, uncertain and out of reach. If you can relate, you're not alone and I'm here to help. I most often work with people seeking change in these areas: You feel doubt around who you are outside of what people have told you to be; you feel 'not enough' when you compare yourself to others; you feel isolated and lonely; you feel anxiety or shame around your life stage or habits; or you feel heavy with jumbled thoughts and you don't know where to begin.

How you connect with your therapist will be the most important factor in determining how you make progress in therapy. This bond and comfort to share personal information should start to build from the first meeting. With that in mind, I will provide a supportive, non-judgemental environment from which you can explore what is important to you. I have extensive training and experience (12 years counsellor; 9 years social worker, in hospitals, community settings and private practice) providing effective treatment for adult individuals, couples, groups, and supervising other therapists.

With over 20 years of seasoned experience in mental health and substance use, I bring advanced expertise to my practice. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and supporting those who hear voices. I employ harm reduction to help individuals understand substance use and experiences in their lives. Drawing from extensive front-line social work, I assist workers facing grief, loss, and burnout. As a non-binary, queer member of the 2SLGBTQ community, I bring lived experiences to issues of coming out and gender journeys. I work with all communities, offering a compassionate, informed, and tailored approach to your unique needs.

Michael Tighe is a PsyD Candidate in Clinical Psychology at Adler Graduate Professional School, residing in Toronto and working under the supervision of Dr. Nicole Dignard and Nicole Notarfonzo. Michael has completed extensive clinical training at various clinical practices across the city of Toronto where he has worked with individuals facing a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, perfectionism, trauma, grief, self-esteem issues, relationship difficulties, personality and identity concerns, ADHD, life-stage transitions, work-related stress, sleep problems, and personal growth.

I understand that life can be challenging! Whether you are struggling with the day to day stressors and worries, or whether it is a large and complex issue, you are not alone, and I will be here to support you. With passion and a non-judgmental approach, I can help you take some of life's biggest challenges, and break them down into manageable tasks and goal oriented solutions. I have a Masters degree in Social Work paired with years of experience helping a multitude of individuals with diverse backgrounds and challenges in a variety of settings.

Hi there! Have you ever faced mental health challenges like depression, anxiety disorders (including social anxiety, phobias, panic, and OCD), or even PTSD? These struggles can show up as persistent negative thoughts, overpowering emotions, and behaviors that disrupt your daily life, making it harder to achieve your goals.

As a seasoned clinical Social Worker with over 20 years' experience, Nicole employs an honest, pragmatic, and solutions-focused approach to enrich the lives of her clients and empower them to achieve long-term success and wellbeing. She has worked with children, youth, adults, and families across numerous cultural groups to overcome hardships in the areas of mental health, developmental disabilities, fertility and postpartum, parenting challenges, relationship and marital difficulties, separation, divorce, and co-parenting, substance dependence, and abuse/neglect.

Parenting young and school-aged children comes with its own unique challenges and incredible rewards. Whether you're preparing for the changes brought by pregnancy, adapting to the demands of the perinatal and postpartum phases, or navigating the complexities of parenting school-aged children, I’m here to support you. Let's collaborate to address concerns related to pregnancy, process birth experiences and trauma, strengthen relationships, and provide guidance in parenting young children from pregnancy to playground years. With over 15 years of counselling experience, I am dedicated to helping families not just survive, but thrive.