Self-Harming Therapists in M4V

Talia Kish (she/her) MSW, RSW is a Registered Social worker with a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto. She has extensive clinical experience in working with adolescents, young adults, and their families. She uses a mix of evidence-based modalities, but has specialized in Dialectic Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Talia's practice is strengths-based, trauma-focused, and will be designed to meet the unique needs of each person.

We enter psychotherapy for a wide variety of reasons: The death or loss of a loved one, illness, job loss, divorce, addiction, etc., but all of us seek help because we are trying to find a better way to deal with the reality we are facing. My job as a psychotherapist is to help you talk about your emotions and reactions in a safe environment, figure out where these emotions and reactions are coming from, observe whether your reactions produce the desired outcomes and, discover new ways to react, if that would produce more desirable outcomes

Do you often think that the way you react, behave, and feel is wrong? Maybe you think you are too dramatic, too sensitive, or too angry, and just want to push the emotions away so you don’t have to feel anymore. But, you find that they don’t go away, regardless of what you do. This probably makes you feel frustrated, ashamed, and completely out of control. Imagine a life where you did not feel this way. You did not feel controlled by your emotions, you found joy in the ups and downs, and you felt more confident to be the person you have always wanted to be.

I work with clients to ensure that they are receiving the care that works with their unique goals, and that they feel witnessed through their journey. I work with clients, from youths to adults, who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, sex and intimacy challenges, and interpersonal relationship issues. My aim is to support and guide clients using a mind-body approach that cultivates more depth from their self-reflection and emotional processing. I approach this work with openness, and aim to create a safe and brave space where these stories are both held and heard.

I provide assessment and evidence-based treatment to adolescents and adults. I specialize in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based treatment approaches for a variety of difficulties, including: mood and anxiety disorders, insomnia, emotion regulation difficulties, chronic pain, trauma, and other stress-related conditions. I work collaboratively with clients in developing individualized treatment plans to address their goals. I strive to create a supportive and non-judgmental environment to facilitate therapeutic change.

I help teenagers and adults manage anxiety stemming from life transitions, work-life balance, and trauma. Anxiety and past experiences should not define one's value or future, and we can make active changes to overcome these challenges. Many complain about how exhausting anxiety can be - but we don't have to resign to living like this forever. The way I see it, the goal of therapy is to both get to know yourself and your anxiety, but also to take back control to minimize its impact on relationships and academic or professional development.

Susan works with individuals from all walks of life who may embrace a range of mental health needs. She recognizes that each individual may need to seek therapy for a number of reasons, such as receiving support during tremendous transitions in life; to face and endure new challenges; or even to deal with the difficulties that one may encounter. Susan believes that every individual has the innate capacity to cope with the challenges that life offers, but it can be difficult to access these abilities from the experiences that each of us have had before.

I am psychotherapist with a private practice in Toronto located at Yonge & St. Clair. After many years working as a therapist with Bellwood Health Services, I bring this skill set and expertise into my private practice. I take a biopsychosocial approach to personal development, healing and change. In my practice, I employ innovative methods drawn from CBT, DBT, family of origin, mindfulness, self compassion, and eastern traditions. My passion is helping individuals discover a path of recovery, creating the healing journey that ensues and transcending dual states of consciousness.

With years of experience, I provide individual counselling to youth, young adults, and adults experiencing intrapersonal challenges such as feelings of anxiety, low mood/depression, low self-worth, difficult life transitions, grief and loss, as well as interpersonal challenges with friends, family, partners, and peers. Using a supportive, exploratory, client-centered approach I support and guide the individual in exploring and connecting to their experiences and emotions in a safe space with a focus on positive and meaningful change.

I have been working for 20 years in children, adolescent, and family mental health as a registered social worker and Child, Youth and Family Therapist, facilitator, and consultant. I specialize in children’s and family therapy, with particular expertise in helping families and youth with complex mental health needs that impact their ability to manage at home, in school, or both. My goal is to improve the overall functioning of families and each family member, instil hope for a brighter future, and foster resiliency. I create a safe and supportive space, and help you/your family navigate these challenges and to develop/use skills.

It's a fact that talking helps. You'll find that our sessions are rich, interactive, and inspiring. We work together to strengthen your resolve, manage your symptoms, and increase your ability to choose more consciously. There are many ways to understand your unique circumstances. Since I began practicing in 2003, I have developed the skill to tailor a number of psychotherapeutic theories to the specific needs of my clients. With so many stressors, one's point of view can get lost, and yet the greatest and most undervalued resource is yourself. Our sessions make you the focal point, and from there much can happen.

I'm a registered psychotherapist (qualifying) supporting adult individuals in navigating life transitions, relational difficulties, depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and cultural identity challenges. I also help clients find clarity in their journey of self-discovery, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose and identity. In our therapeutic relationship, you can expect a safe and welcoming space characterized by warmth, curiosity, and even moments of humour when they can contribute positively to your healing process.

Sometimes , the journey of life can be a rough one. You feel lost, defeated, alone, and full of fear. But you haven’t given up. There’s a part of you that tells you that somehow there’s still hope, that you just need a helping hand.

People of all ages have expertise on their own lives. When problems linger and impact mental health and well-being, collaborating with a therapist who is a good fit for you can provide a safe space to establish perspective and highlight the unique values, skills and knowledge you bring to your lived experience. I strive to create warm, respectful and strength-based working relationships that allow us to identify problem solving skills and abilities to reduce the influence of the problem or dissolve it altogether. Sometimes a single consultation is useful while other problems might have us consulting for a period of time.

I am deeply committed to helping adolescents and adults overcome a wide range of challenges and guiding them towards positive change, personal growth and meaning. My areas of expertise include anxiety (generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, specific phobias), depression or low mood, obsessive compulsive disorder, body image concerns, trauma, emotion dysregulation, relationship issues, work-related issues, low self-esteem, challenges with life transitions (including transitions to college or university, adulthood or parenthood)

My practice offers counselling to young people, adults and specialized separation/parenting services for families. Challenges experienced by clients may include: navigating family change, stress, anxiety, peer/romantic relationships, self-regulation, and managing behaviours (ADHD, OCD, ODD). As a Collaborative Family Professional, I work with parents wanting to minimize conflict for their family as they go through transition and change. I provide emotional support throughout the out-of-court process, help caregivers build skills to co-parent, and neutrally facilitate meetings during the collaborative process.

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And your chest clenched for attention. Skin crawling desperation. To call in sick, or to stay in bed, or to numb out with distractions that you do not feel proud of. Maybe you feel nausea or fear or shame, or an emptiness that aches inside you. Or anxiety that rarely seems to settle. Maybe you have repetitive or consuming thoughts of how incompetent or unworthy you are. Maybe you just feel simply exhausted. People come to see me to move away from feelings of overwhelm, to begin to know and trust themselves (and others) again, to begin to feel better in their lives (as they define it).

I'm here to help. I have availability to see individual clients seeking support with life stressors, relational issues or various mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, OCD and addiction. As many wise people have said, "Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional". You don't have to feel alone or stuck. Therapy is one of the best investments you can make in yourself and your life and I am privileged to play a (small) part in your journey.