Therapists in M6G

NOTE: I am accepting new clients! (updated May 3rd, 2024) - - - Hi, I'm a Registered Social Worker (RSW) in the province of Ontario. My approach focuses on helping you to understand and cope with issues such as anxiety, self esteem, and relationships. Together, we'll explore symptoms, patterns, defenses, goals, and whatever else comes up in sessions. I see therapy as an investment in yourself that can help with existing problems and lead to opportunities for the future.

Facing challenges with anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, or past trauma? You're not alone. Collaborative Care Therapy offers a safe and supportive virtual space to navigate these struggles and discover your path to personal growth. Based in Ontario, we specialize in trauma therapy, emotional regulation, and relationship counseling for adults and couples. We recognize the courage it takes to seek help and change, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

I work with couples and individuals providing in-person therapy as well as virtual therapy which have been exceedingly popular as it provides more flexibility in today's culture. In couples therapy I incorporate gottman theory, emotionally focused therapy (EFT) and attachment therapy. I work with individuals suffering from various anxiety disorders, as well as depression, suicidality and grief related to infertility. I have an eclectic approach, incorporating cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques as well as pulling from different theoretical orientations such as attachment theory and motivational interviewing techniques.

I apply directive therapeutic strategies to help my clients overcome challenges and achieve their goals. I primarily assist individuals and couples struggling with pregnancy loss and infertility. I also help members of the LGBTQ community build families using Assisted Reproductive Technologies. Another segment of my client base are individuals seeking help for anxiety, depression and/or low-self-esteem. In addition, I use my background in fitness and wellness to guide my clients looking to lose weight or improve their overall health.

I have extensive experience working with adolescent and adult populations transitioning through life stages. I support individuals and families experiencing a range of mental health challenges as I provide a unique perspective on coping with anxiety, navigating relationships, and building resiliency. Using a realistic and non-judgemental approach, I help my clients overcome obstacles and rewrite their own narratives. Making effective change isn't easy but it's never motivated by shame or criticism. I feel this is crucial when working to build self-esteem, overcome substance use dependency, alcoholism, and other forms of addiction.

We're all in this together. We all need someone to talk to, to confide in. We are social beings and connection is a vital element of healthy living. We can talk. Perhaps the big questions in life ("Why am I here?", "What's the point?", "What now?") might be keeping you up at night, or perhaps stress with relationships, work, or family feels overwhelming. The world can be a lot sometimes, it can all feel overwhelming, but you are resilient. Together, we can grow, adapt and learn to navigate all of this. I offer both in-person and online-therapy and have some spots left!

Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety, struggling to navigate life's challenges? Too often we believe that our downfalls define us, rather than guide us and illuminate a path of learning and becoming. We feel alone as we mask our imperfections to morph into a world we believe rewards otherwise. Yet, in our loneliness lives an unspoken unity because we each carry the weight of our mask. I understand the complexity of emotions that arise in difficult times. If you're seeking to understand and manage your emotions, you've got to the right place. I'm here to help.

What if there was another way to manage difficult emotions and impulses, to decrease self-criticism and spiralling anxiety, to feel better about yourself in your relationships and to cope through life's challenges and changes. Hi, my name is Dana and it’s been a privilege supporting individuals and families toward meaningful change over the past 13 yrs. I'm known for my genuine and down-to-earth approach, professional integrity and my specialization with teens, younger adults and their parents.

In my practice, I use a holistic process that is client-centred and strength-based, incorporating insight from Eastern and Western philosophy, psychology, social work, and the arts. This framework ensures that we select accessible tools, resources, and mediums that resonate and support your current needs. It is my goal to help clients address difficult questions, work through challenging thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and make well-informed decisions that support their goals and overall wellbeing. My research and practice focus primarily on autism, ADHD, dual diagnosis, anxiety, stress, education, and employment concerns.

Clients come to me when they're feeling overwhelmed and exhausted from trying to "keep it together all the time". Often, they're suffering from a combination of burnout, stress, anxiety, depression, fears or low self-esteem. They feel disconnected from themselves and unable to navigate even the simplest of daily challenges. They want support in learning how to reduce the weight of their emotional and physical tensions and regain confidence in their ability to navigate their daily lives.

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming and daunting, but it does not have to be. I am a warm and welcoming therapist with a skill for putting people at ease. Together, we will work at your pace and comfort level to build relief, well-being, and self-compassion. In therapy, we will explore your experiences in a safe and non-judgmental environment to help deepen your understanding, unburden past traumas and build a trusting relationship with your authentic self.

Welcome to PeopleDo Health + Wellness, a safe space for your emotional well-being. We are a compassionate counselling space that works with you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a non-judgmental environment. Our team is committed to supporting you on your journey toward healing and/or personal growth. Whether you're navigating life transitions, seeking relief from anxiety or depression, or aiming for deeper self-understanding, we're here for you. We offer guidance, empathy, and tailored strategies to help you cope with uncertainty or adversity.

As a clinical psychologist, I have extensive training and experience in providing therapy to adults, teenagers, and families dealing with a wide range of presenting concerns, including but not limited to: anxiety, mood, trauma, grief, relationship problems, life transitions, workplace difficulties, etc. In my work I aim to fully understand you as a complex individual, to address the root causes of your difficulties, and help you in practical ways to live the life you'd choose for yourself.

I specialize in mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), mindful self-compassion (MSC), and mindfulness-informed end-of-life (MIEOL). These therapies provide tools that address stress,anxiety, life transitions, creativity, work-life balance, and emotional resilience. I offer online therapy across Ontario tailored to individual needs and situations.

As a 1.5 gen Chinese Canadian, who grew up in an Asian immigrant family household, it has shaped and informed my life and practice in many ways. Therapy can be a transformative and empowering experience. I will work with you to develop a deep personal awareness and support you on the path toward healing, learning and growing. Finding a therapist that is a good fit for you is essential. We'll be a good fit if you are motivated, self-reflective and ready to tackle the daunting task of “figuring it all out.”

You're not enjoying things like you used to. You don't have the confidence you once had. Simple things like going for a walk or having dinner with a friend seem so difficult. Whether these issues have crept up on you or they have always been present, you are realizing that you would like to do something about it. You don't want to feel down or anxious anymore. You're ready to do the work it takes to feel ok.

My approach for providing psychological services is empathic, genuine, and honest. I believe in tailoring my treatment approach to individual client need. The issues I deal with are anxiety, depression, interpersonal and relationship difficulties, stress management, trauma, grief, and life transitions. I draw upon many evidenced-based approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), internal family systems (IFS), mindfulness, dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT). I provide individual psychotherapy to adults and adolescents.

I use a client centered approach in order to meet the specific and unique needs of the individuals I am working with. This forms the foundation of my clinical work and is enhanced by the use of cognitive, psycho-dynamic and strength based therapies. I am goal directed and believe that people have the ability to solve their own problems. Therapy is simply a means to realize the potential for change that exists in all of us.

Whether you are struggling with specific issues or seeking deeper meaning in your life, I am here to listen and guide you to connect with your inner wisdom and resources to help you navigate through life challenges and improve the quality of your life. Drawing upon my training and experience in a variety of approaches, particularly somatic based approaches such as Sensorimotor (Level 2), TIST and Mindfulness, our work together will enable you to pay attention to the body mind in a caring and non judgmental way. Such skills can support you in regulating your emotions effectively and shift habit patterns that no longer serve you.