I work best with people asking some variation of the following questions:What am I doing with my life? How did I get here? Why is this happening to me? Is this it? What the hell is going on? – all honest questions and great starting points for developing more depth, meaning and purpose in your life.I have a ton of experience in working with those who’ve “lost the plot” of their existence in that they are trying to figure out how to steer themselves and their lives in a direction that works better for them.There are so many reasons why we might feel disoriented and lose direction, but major ...


Hamilton, ON

Emotional pain can be a heavy burden to carry. We can work on lifting this burden together. My approach to this work is to respect of all parts of you, those that the world readily sees and those that can remain hidden. As we navigate this process together, I will work to provide a safe space for you to heal. I have completed 6 years of intensive education in psychotherapy at Centre for Training in Psychotherapy, ctp.net. This along with my long work experience in helping professions and an active curiosity about people have given me an excellent foundation for my work as a therapist. Come, ...


Toronto, ON

Welcome! I am so glad you took the first steps to explore if therapy is right for you! You’re already walking down the path of wellness. You are here, reading this, which means you have intentionally taken the necessary steps toward prioritizing your mental health and well-being. I work with individuals using a client-centred Psychodynamic Psychotherapy approach.  Please browse my website to learn more about me and how I practice as a therapist.  https://www.healinginheadwaterstherapy.com/


Caledon, ON

Facing many challenges today can be overwhelming. With daily pressures from all of our responsibilities as well as from the uncertainty and the unstable nature of our lives, it becomes easy to feel anxiety, fear, worry, frustration, or numbness. Sometimes we get stuck and unsure of how to find fulfillment in life, we feel like we're running out of steam or going in circles. Entering therapy is taking a huge first step in what can feel like a vulnerable journey. I offer an accepting, supportive, warm approach in which you can find strength, confidence and lasting change. Each client is unique… ...


Vancouver, BC

As a Registered Psychotherapist,  I offer one-on-one psychodynamic psychotherapy in the Greater Toronto Area.


Newmarket, ON

In our sessions, we will work collaboratively to better understand your subjective world and the impact of your relational history, emotional well-being, and sense of self. We will actively and genuinely engage with your experiences so that you feel heard and understood. Relational psychotherapy can be an effective tool when grappling with: anxiety, care taking/giving tendencies, narcissistic and neglectful parenting, attachment, self-sufficiency, hypervigilance, isolation, authenticity, masculinity, meaninglessness, depression, shame, complex emotional and intergenerational trauma, identity, ...


Toronto, ON

Can we love and be loved without sacrificing the truth? Is it possible to tell the truth without harming those we love? These are the questions we face in psychotherapy. Our task is to explore the hidden workings of the mind in its relation to yourself and others. My job is to listen very carefully for two things: what you truly desire, and how you go about NOT getting it. Over time we learn to listen together, and at last it becomes the most important job in your life - listening to yourself. I invite you to bring to our sessions whatever is happening at the moment, whether it's bothering or ...


Toronto, ON

I have been involved with therapy for more than a decade and In private practice since 2015. I work with couples and individuals. I have also been teaching as faculty in the York University Department of Gender Women and Sexuality Studies since 2003. My therapy practice is Relationally Focused, which means that it is the co-created relationship between us that is the healing force of the therapy. Moreover, the therapeutic sessions draw upon our experiences of the past and these sessions bring to light how these experiences get replayed in the present often without our knowing. Whether it is a ...


Toronto, ON

I am a trauma-informed, relational, psychodynamic psychotherapist and clinical supervisor. I use emotion-focused and somatic tools to support integration and embodiment. I recognize the deep impact that intergenerational, trans-historical, and systemic issues have on psychological, emotional, physical, spiritual, and collective health. I work with many issues of identity including gender, sexuality, race and whiteness, spirituality, as well as anxiety and depression, and relationship dynamics and structures of all kinds. My values of anti-oppression drive my awareness of issues of power and ...


Hello. First, let me introduce myself; my name is Laura, and as a dedicated therapist, I have had the privilege of guiding individuals through life's intricate pathways and complex journeys. Together, I work alongside my clients to explore their curiosities, transform outdated patterns, and revisit pivotal experiences, so that my clients are in a position to rediscover - and embrace, their true sense of self. With extensive experience in supporting individuals through heightened anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, Borderline Personality Disorder, complex PTSD, suicidal ideation, addictions, ...


The embodied nature of my work as a therapist is greatly influenced from my own experiences in therapy as well as through years of theatre practice and teaching and experience in geriatric mental health and health professions education. My experience working with family caregivers and through certification in end of life care provides me a special interest in grief work. I approach therapy as a collaboration through which clients explore parts of self and/or relationships that may be troubling or difficult to understand. The relational nature of psychotherapy promotes understanding and ...


Toronto, ON

Psychotherapy is about care, relationship, and deep communication with another person. I am trained to listen in a particular way and will accompany you in discovering a sense of resilience and healing. My work is guided by the uniqueness of each individual and the therapeutic relationship we develop. I am trained in, and work with relational and developmental trauma, and issues arising from childhood neglect or trauma. Therapy provides the opportunity to work withunprocessed memory and enhances and develops resources in meeting thechallenges and the joys of life."Times New ...


Toronto, ON

Nicole is both Founder & CEO of Wounds 2 Wings Trauma Psychotherapy Services https://www.wounds2wings.com/ and TEAO Canada (Trauma and Embodiment Association of Ontario) https://www.teaocanada.com/, a Yoga Instructor, Registered Psychotherapist, Child and Youth Counsellor, Trauma Consultant, Trauma Care Expert, Author and Trauma Survivor. Nicole has received two awards for her work at the People's Choice Awards, 2019 https://byblacks.com for ‘Best Youth and Family Services’ and ‘Best Counsellor. She is also a member of both the Colleges of Registered Psychotherapists in Ontario and the ...


Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired; Is it intolerable to be around people yet painful to be alone; Are you in awe of your own circumstances? If these are some of your thoughts and fears I am here to listen and help. We become powerless and hopeless with our perceived loss of choice. Reaching out can be the first step to untangle the myths that you have created about yourself, others and the world around you. Through sharing and finding a new voice, curiosity can be renewed and with that journey - hope. You no longer have to be held hostage by your feelings, actions, thoughts or ...


Toronto, ON

Being human means knowing confusion, loss, and uncertainty, but what feels overwhelming or unbearable need not be held alone. The relationship between therapist and client can offer the safety and space needed to make sense of your thoughts and feelings and to notice patterns that are occurring in your life. Together we will explore new ways of connecting that may bring greater clarity, comfort, and vitality, and strengthen your capacity to manage life's difficulties. Our work together will be collaborative as we explore significant relationships and experiences that have shaped how you ...


Toronto, ON

Executives, lawyers, doctors, and high-achievers in all professions can, paradoxically, feel at a loss when faced with emotional conflicts or personal difficulties. My professional background in law, business, and psychotherapy gives me the credentials and skills required to assist you in understanding and resolving issues that may prove problematic in your professional or personal life. I have a Master of Therapeutic Counselling and I graduated from the one of the leading psychotherapy training institutions in North America--The Centre for Training in Psychotherapy (www.ctp.net), Toronto, ...


Toronto, ON

I'm direct and supportive in session so that our time is used effectively. I go beyond 'talk-only' therapy, by working with your story, and your experience of the story, to get to the heart of your issues. Are you looking for support in order to heal, transform, and grow as a person? I work with individuals and couples to help them to go from just surviving, to thriving in their lives. All emotions can be explored in a safe environment during our sessions; including anger, grief or sadness as well as joy, curiosity and acceptance. I'm here to support you in developing healthy boundaries, to ...


Kitchener, ON

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The process of therapy is not unlike a journey: We set out with hope, but are not always certain how we will be different after the experience. Therapy The process of therapy is not unlike a journey. It may be long or it may be short. You may know what your destination is, or you may not be clear on your goal. The journey may be an adventure you are motivated to embark on or it may be a trip you feel either reluctant to negotiate or, at best, ambivalent about. The route you take will depend a great deal on who you are. Please call or email to let me know if I can help. I am comfortable facing ...


Toronto, ON

Available for in-person and virtual sessionsAvailability: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday-Day/Evening AppointmentsClinical Supervision for Psychodynamic & Competency-Based Model


Tottenham, ON

Hello! Many people come to see me when they want to feel better about where they are at in life and need of some support. Some may come with a specific issue or concern, from past or present. I will meet you where you are at, in this moment. My clients tend to be ready for change, ready to explore new possibilities and want someone to help them get "unstuck" from old patterns, beliefs and ideas that aren't working anymore. I see clients for psychotherapy issues and a desire for personal growth.Psychotherapy can encompass many issues. I take a holistic approach. I have extensive experience in ...


Toronto, ON

My goal is to help the people I work with find optimal mental health and grow so that they might live their life as their most authentic self. I use a psychodynamic model of psychotherapy which makes use of our relationship, therapist and client, to better understand other relationships outside of the therapeutic office. Psychodynamic psychotherapy is a non-medicinal approach to treating common symptoms of anxiety and depression. Many clients experience increased self-awareness and self-esteem by participating in this type of work. This can have a positive effect on the relationships in your ...


Toronto, ON