Therapists in Ontario
Nelson Byrne
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. As a Registered Clinical and Health Psychologist, I provide psychotherapy for adults with a broad range of presenting issues. These include anxiety, insomnia, depression, or managing challenging medical conditions such as cancer - and many others. I have 15+ years' experience, including 7 years as a staff psychologist at Credit Valley Hospital. While choosing a therapist with solid credentials is important, I also hope that my non-judgmental, casual style will quickly allow you to feel comfortable seeking help.
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. As a Registered Clinical and Health Psychologist, I provide psychotherapy for adults with a broad range of presenting issues. These include anxiety, insomnia, depression, or managing challenging medical conditions such as cancer - and many others. I have 15+ years' experience, including 7 years as a staff psychologist at Credit Valley Hospital. While choosing a therapist with solid credentials is important, I also hope that my non-judgmental, casual style will quickly allow you to feel comfortable seeking help.
Kevin Peltier
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Windsor, ON N8T
, PTSD), grief, and insomnia.
If you’re struggling with depressed moods, high levels of anxiety, difficulty sleeping, prolonged grief, or traumatic experiences that continue to affect your life in significant and profound ways, I can help. I have experience working in both group and private practices, community settings, crisis response roles, and inpatient settings working with diverse clinical issues and populations.
, PTSD), grief, and insomnia.
If you’re struggling with depressed moods, high levels of anxiety, difficulty sleeping, prolonged grief, or traumatic experiences that continue to affect your life in significant and profound ways, I can help. I have experience working in both group and private practices, community settings, crisis response roles, and inpatient settings working with diverse clinical issues and populations.
Marialuisa Elias
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6Y
Are you going through life transitions; experiencing difficulties in your relationships, or struggling with the way you feel about yourself? Do you feel uncertain as to how to move forward after a break-up, career change, or a loss? I can help! I have extensive experience providing individual, family, and couples therapy related to life and career transitions, relational and communication difficulties, depression, anxiety, stress, sleep difficulties, trauma/abuse; self-confidence, self-esteem; loss and grief. I use a holistic approach, integrating modalities that promote emotional, mental, physical and spiritual wellness.
Are you going through life transitions; experiencing difficulties in your relationships, or struggling with the way you feel about yourself? Do you feel uncertain as to how to move forward after a break-up, career change, or a loss? I can help! I have extensive experience providing individual, family, and couples therapy related to life and career transitions, relational and communication difficulties, depression, anxiety, stress, sleep difficulties, trauma/abuse; self-confidence, self-esteem; loss and grief. I use a holistic approach, integrating modalities that promote emotional, mental, physical and spiritual wellness.
Eyal Bodenstein
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Thornhill, ON L4J
I am a registered psychologist with comprehensive experience in the assessment and treatment of a wide variety of difficulties, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), adjustment disorder, anxiety disorders, mood disorders (e.g. depression, bipolar disorder, manic disorders), grief, interpersonal difficulties, pain and health management, anger management, longstanding personality issues, stress management, sleep issues, psychovocational counselling, and self-esteem challenges. I also provide assessment and treatment for patients who have been affected as a result of work-related accidents or motor vehicle accidents (MVAs) and who suffer from driving phobia, in conjunction with a qualified driving instructor.
I am a registered psychologist with comprehensive experience in the assessment and treatment of a wide variety of difficulties, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), adjustment disorder, anxiety disorders, mood disorders (e.g. depression, bipolar disorder, manic disorders), grief, interpersonal difficulties, pain and health management, anger management, longstanding personality issues, stress management, sleep issues, psychovocational counselling, and self-esteem challenges. I also provide assessment and treatment for patients who have been affected as a result of work-related accidents or motor vehicle accidents (MVAs) and who suffer from driving phobia, in conjunction with a qualified driving instructor.
Joanna Zhu
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Verified Verified
Markham, ON L3S
Are you struggling with managing life challenges and in need of a space to voice? Maybe your mind feels boggled tangled up, unsure of what to do next? Through therapy, I can help you explore, unpack, and process those challenges. As a Registered Psychotherapist, I have experience working with the following: Disability, Sleep, Anger, Relationship Issues, Self-esteem, Internet and Video Game Usage, Anxiety and Depression.
Are you struggling with managing life challenges and in need of a space to voice? Maybe your mind feels boggled tangled up, unsure of what to do next? Through therapy, I can help you explore, unpack, and process those challenges. As a Registered Psychotherapist, I have experience working with the following: Disability, Sleep, Anger, Relationship Issues, Self-esteem, Internet and Video Game Usage, Anxiety and Depression.
Arms Open - Relationship and Couples Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Smithville, ON L0R
Do you feel down, sad or depressed at times? Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? Do you feel like you have lost control? Do you feel isolated? Are you feeling lost or disconnected? Do you feel stressed? Do you find you are sometimes moody and agitated but don’t know why? Do you ask yourself why your relationships are strained? Have you had a recent change in your life that feels overwhelming? Are you suffering from sleep disturbances or insomnia? I can help.
Do you feel down, sad or depressed at times? Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? Do you feel like you have lost control? Do you feel isolated? Are you feeling lost or disconnected? Do you feel stressed? Do you find you are sometimes moody and agitated but don’t know why? Do you ask yourself why your relationships are strained? Have you had a recent change in your life that feels overwhelming? Are you suffering from sleep disturbances or insomnia? I can help.
Allen Tedjo
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, BSc, CPT
Verified Verified
Dundas, ON L9H
I believe in treatment from the biopsychosocial perspective. From the biological perspective - pain management, nutrition, exercise, sleep; the psychological perspective - education, stress management, emotional regulation; and the social aspect - relationships, conflict resolution, and more. I provide an open and non-judgmental space where we can explore your life, thoughts, behaviour, emotions and relationships, and together work towards reducing unwanted thoughts and feelings. I also encourage nature therapy, where you reconnect with nature and improve your sense of peace.
I believe in treatment from the biopsychosocial perspective. From the biological perspective - pain management, nutrition, exercise, sleep; the psychological perspective - education, stress management, emotional regulation; and the social aspect - relationships, conflict resolution, and more. I provide an open and non-judgmental space where we can explore your life, thoughts, behaviour, emotions and relationships, and together work towards reducing unwanted thoughts and feelings. I also encourage nature therapy, where you reconnect with nature and improve your sense of peace.
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Guelph, ON N1H (Online Only)
Our specializations include: alcohol use, stress, ADHD, relationship issues, men's issues, grief, career guidance, addiction, trauma and PTSD, video game addiction, sleep or insomnia, sex therapy, infidelity, chronic pain, anxiety, and depression.
Many men reach moments in life when they feel stuck; when previous ways of coping are no longer working, especially in relationships; when they feel there is no one they can turn to for help. You may be feeling stuck, lost, disconnected, isolated, broken - to name a few. Many men wait too long for help. The good news is that with the willingness and courage to take the first step, change is possible. It doesn't have to be this way! Many men share that through the course of our work together they feel more empowered, present, hopeful, confident, and in alignment with who they are. Book a free 20 minute consultation with us today!
Our specializations include: alcohol use, stress, ADHD, relationship issues, men's issues, grief, career guidance, addiction, trauma and PTSD, video game addiction, sleep or insomnia, sex therapy, infidelity, chronic pain, anxiety, and depression.
Many men reach moments in life when they feel stuck; when previous ways of coping are no longer working, especially in relationships; when they feel there is no one they can turn to for help. You may be feeling stuck, lost, disconnected, isolated, broken - to name a few. Many men wait too long for help. The good news is that with the willingness and courage to take the first step, change is possible. It doesn't have to be this way! Many men share that through the course of our work together they feel more empowered, present, hopeful, confident, and in alignment with who they are. Book a free 20 minute consultation with us today!
Dr. Cheryl Birch
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Orangeville, ON L9W
Treatment is available for a wide variety of difficulties including depression, anxiety, panic, stress, low self-esteem, life-transition problems, grief, trauma, addictions, eating disorders, insomnia, anger/emotion dysregulation, personality disorders, relationship strain, as well as self-harm and suicidality.
Warm Greetings! I am a Registered Clinical Psychologist serving Orangeville, Caledon, Shelburne, New Tecumseth, Erin, Grand Valley and surrounding communities. My doctorate was completed in 2008, and I have experience in a wide variety of clinical settings.
Individual assessment and therapy support is available for adolescents and adults in my clinic. It is my passionate commitment to respect clients' strengths and diverse backgrounds. I truly count it a privilege to walk alongside others in their pursuit of wellness. My approach is caring and non-judgmental. I am dedicated to a scientist-practitioner approach in providing treatments that have proven effectiveness.
Treatment is available for a wide variety of difficulties including depression, anxiety, panic, stress, low self-esteem, life-transition problems, grief, trauma, addictions, eating disorders, insomnia, anger/emotion dysregulation, personality disorders, relationship strain, as well as self-harm and suicidality.
Warm Greetings! I am a Registered Clinical Psychologist serving Orangeville, Caledon, Shelburne, New Tecumseth, Erin, Grand Valley and surrounding communities. My doctorate was completed in 2008, and I have experience in a wide variety of clinical settings.
Individual assessment and therapy support is available for adolescents and adults in my clinic. It is my passionate commitment to respect clients' strengths and diverse backgrounds. I truly count it a privilege to walk alongside others in their pursuit of wellness. My approach is caring and non-judgmental. I am dedicated to a scientist-practitioner approach in providing treatments that have proven effectiveness.
Debbie Papadakis
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CHT, CI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6P
addictions, grief, stress management, emotional blockages, sleep issues, fears, family conflict, and more.
Hello, my name is Debbie Papadakis. My goal is to empower you to unfold your inherent potential by accessing the subconscious mind using a combination of psychotherapy with hypnotherapy to help you live a healthy, wealthy, productive and happy life. For more than 25 years, I have worked with a wide variety of individuals, couples and groups from diverse backgrounds to help empower them to overcome limiting beliefs, unwanted behaviours, negative thoughts and emotions, addictions and/or afflictions, fears and phobias that were hindering them from achieving their goals, unleashing their full potential, and living in harmony.
addictions, grief, stress management, emotional blockages, sleep issues, fears, family conflict, and more.
Hello, my name is Debbie Papadakis. My goal is to empower you to unfold your inherent potential by accessing the subconscious mind using a combination of psychotherapy with hypnotherapy to help you live a healthy, wealthy, productive and happy life. For more than 25 years, I have worked with a wide variety of individuals, couples and groups from diverse backgrounds to help empower them to overcome limiting beliefs, unwanted behaviours, negative thoughts and emotions, addictions and/or afflictions, fears and phobias that were hindering them from achieving their goals, unleashing their full potential, and living in harmony.
Mojgan (Megan) Rasaei
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6H
Are you seeking support and guidance to navigate life's challenges and find a path towards healing and growth? At my practice, I extend a warm and understanding hand to individuals who are grappling with a wide spectrum of concerns, including anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, depression, adolescent emotional and behavioral difficulties, pregnancy and postpartum mental wellness, self-injurious behavior, sleep issues, stress management, coping strategies, motor vehicle accidents, and trauma. My approach to psychotherapy is deeply rooted in compassion, acceptance, loving kindness, and mindfulness.
Are you seeking support and guidance to navigate life's challenges and find a path towards healing and growth? At my practice, I extend a warm and understanding hand to individuals who are grappling with a wide spectrum of concerns, including anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, depression, adolescent emotional and behavioral difficulties, pregnancy and postpartum mental wellness, self-injurious behavior, sleep issues, stress management, coping strategies, motor vehicle accidents, and trauma. My approach to psychotherapy is deeply rooted in compassion, acceptance, loving kindness, and mindfulness.
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Registered Social Worker, BHSc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Kitchener, ON N2M
and I have expertise in mood, sleep and eating disorders, stress and emotion regulation and compassion fatigue.
Do you want to develop strategies to better manage the thoughts, feelings and relationships that are holding you back from a healthy and productive life? Are you struggling to find enjoyment in life, experiencing mental or physical illness, grief, and loss, stress in your job, relationships or as a caregiver or parent? There are steps you can take to improve your psychological well-being, strengthen your relationships and attachments and move towards personal healing and growth. I am here to help you break the cycle or negative thoughts, emotions and relationships and take steps to experience a more positive and fulfilling life.
and I have expertise in mood, sleep and eating disorders, stress and emotion regulation and compassion fatigue.
Do you want to develop strategies to better manage the thoughts, feelings and relationships that are holding you back from a healthy and productive life? Are you struggling to find enjoyment in life, experiencing mental or physical illness, grief, and loss, stress in your job, relationships or as a caregiver or parent? There are steps you can take to improve your psychological well-being, strengthen your relationships and attachments and move towards personal healing and growth. I am here to help you break the cycle or negative thoughts, emotions and relationships and take steps to experience a more positive and fulfilling life.
Mahyar Zaud
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Thornhill, ON L4J (Online Only)
In my practice, I help clients with challenges such as trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, infidelity, immigration issues, pain management, sleep disorders, grief and attachment issues.
To begin with, I want to welcome you to my profile and wish you the best in your journey towards healing and growth. I am a registered psychotherapist with seventeen years of clinical experience and more than forty five thousand hours of individual and couple therapy sessions. As a trauma specialist, I have supervised and consulted many mental health professionals and organizations around the world. In 2015, I was selected to become United Nations designated stress counsellor and trauma therapist. I have ample experience in working with clients who have faced difficult challenges in their lives, and are ready to recover.
In my practice, I help clients with challenges such as trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, infidelity, immigration issues, pain management, sleep disorders, grief and attachment issues.
To begin with, I want to welcome you to my profile and wish you the best in your journey towards healing and growth. I am a registered psychotherapist with seventeen years of clinical experience and more than forty five thousand hours of individual and couple therapy sessions. As a trauma specialist, I have supervised and consulted many mental health professionals and organizations around the world. In 2015, I was selected to become United Nations designated stress counsellor and trauma therapist. I have ample experience in working with clients who have faced difficult challenges in their lives, and are ready to recover.
BeWell Mississauga Health Centre
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5J
Pershad specializes in the clinical areas of mood and anxiety, trauma, stress, sleep, addiction, ADD, and relationship issues.
Dr. Pershad is an experienced Psychologist with a demonstrated history of working in both private and public health care spheres. Skilled in Clinical Practice, Supervision, Clinical Management, Consultation, and Program-Development. Dr. Pershad has an extensive background in professional settings that include: Private Individual and Group Practice, Corporate Mental Health Care Organizations, and Addiction Treatment.
Pershad specializes in the clinical areas of mood and anxiety, trauma, stress, sleep, addiction, ADD, and relationship issues.
Dr. Pershad is an experienced Psychologist with a demonstrated history of working in both private and public health care spheres. Skilled in Clinical Practice, Supervision, Clinical Management, Consultation, and Program-Development. Dr. Pershad has an extensive background in professional settings that include: Private Individual and Group Practice, Corporate Mental Health Care Organizations, and Addiction Treatment.
Oksana Gravets
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6K (Online Only)
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. I am a member of OPA and CACBT. I utilize a variety of evidence-based treatment models including Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing (MI), as well as Prolonged Exposure. I work with a wide range of presenting difficulties, including depression, anxiety (social anxiety, panic, generalized anxiety, phobias), anger, insomnia, chronic pain, bereavement, relationship difficulties, addictions, chronic health problems and trauma.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. I am a member of OPA and CACBT. I utilize a variety of evidence-based treatment models including Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing (MI), as well as Prolonged Exposure. I work with a wide range of presenting difficulties, including depression, anxiety (social anxiety, panic, generalized anxiety, phobias), anger, insomnia, chronic pain, bereavement, relationship difficulties, addictions, chronic health problems and trauma.
Deirdre Carroll Private Practice Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1J
Do you feel lost on your path due to a specific issue, or feelings you can't clearly identify? Do you feel stuck and cannot talk to those around you? Or are you lonely and isolated, burned out or emotionally and physically exhausted? Are you looking to understand yourself on a deeper level? Stressors in our everyday lives, Relationships, Systemic Barriers and Trauma from the past can live in us and manifest as Depression, Anxiety, Physical pain and Insomnia. It is painful and uncertain, and can cause a lack of confidence in how to move forward. Therapy is used to explore these issues and gain lifelong tools to support yourself.
Do you feel lost on your path due to a specific issue, or feelings you can't clearly identify? Do you feel stuck and cannot talk to those around you? Or are you lonely and isolated, burned out or emotionally and physically exhausted? Are you looking to understand yourself on a deeper level? Stressors in our everyday lives, Relationships, Systemic Barriers and Trauma from the past can live in us and manifest as Depression, Anxiety, Physical pain and Insomnia. It is painful and uncertain, and can cause a lack of confidence in how to move forward. Therapy is used to explore these issues and gain lifelong tools to support yourself.
Chris L Parrish
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7L
I believe that clients deserve to be heard and understood as individuals, and that treatment should be flexibly tailored to meet their needs and goals. Rather than adopting a “one size fits all” approach to therapy, clients who choose to work with me will find that I create a highly collaborative therapeutic environment where they can learn customized strategies for addressing life's challenges, promoting personal growth, and enhancing well-being. I enjoy working with adults, couples and adolescents looking for guidance and support with their goals.
I believe that clients deserve to be heard and understood as individuals, and that treatment should be flexibly tailored to meet their needs and goals. Rather than adopting a “one size fits all” approach to therapy, clients who choose to work with me will find that I create a highly collaborative therapeutic environment where they can learn customized strategies for addressing life's challenges, promoting personal growth, and enhancing well-being. I enjoy working with adults, couples and adolescents looking for guidance and support with their goals.
Amin Mohammadi
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5G (Online Only)
My areas of speciality include emotional disturbances, addictive behaviors, substance use, anxiety, depression, life transitions and coaching, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, stress, trauma and spirituality. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, and families from a diverse range of cultural, ethnic, socio-economic and educational backgrounds. More specifically, my previous clinical experiences have afforded me the unique experiences of working with troubled teenagers suffering from addictive behaviors, refugees who have experienced significant trauma, couples pursuing international adoption.
My areas of speciality include emotional disturbances, addictive behaviors, substance use, anxiety, depression, life transitions and coaching, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, stress, trauma and spirituality. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, and families from a diverse range of cultural, ethnic, socio-economic and educational backgrounds. More specifically, my previous clinical experiences have afforded me the unique experiences of working with troubled teenagers suffering from addictive behaviors, refugees who have experienced significant trauma, couples pursuing international adoption.
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Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2P
We are an experienced team of mental health providers who are committed to pursuing excellence in the field of psychotherapy. Our therapists work under consultation and engage in ongoing professional development training in order to offer the best available care to our clients.
We are an experienced team of mental health providers who are committed to pursuing excellence in the field of psychotherapy. Our therapists work under consultation and engage in ongoing professional development training in order to offer the best available care to our clients.
The Dot Canada
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RSW, MA
Verified Verified
New Liskeard, ON P0J (Online Only)
Life is not easy these days. The world is changing in so many ways and it can be hard to keep your feet on the ground when you feel like the rug keeps getting pulled out from under you. That's where we can offer support. The Dot is a mental health collective with experienced, licensed psychotherapists and social workers who offer affirming, uplifting, and empowering therapy. If you want help navigating life's transitions, the ups, the downs, the moments of uncertainty, and help moving forward towards breakthroughs of clarity, insight, and feeling better, we are here for you.
Life is not easy these days. The world is changing in so many ways and it can be hard to keep your feet on the ground when you feel like the rug keeps getting pulled out from under you. That's where we can offer support. The Dot is a mental health collective with experienced, licensed psychotherapists and social workers who offer affirming, uplifting, and empowering therapy. If you want help navigating life's transitions, the ups, the downs, the moments of uncertainty, and help moving forward towards breakthroughs of clarity, insight, and feeling better, we are here for you.
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Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.