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Therapists
Michelle Mammoliti
Registered Psychotherapist
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Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Relationships, Attachment, Boundaries and boundary setting, People pleasing, Attention and Impulsivity
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Relationships, Attachment, Boundaries and boundary setting, People pleasing, Attention and Impulsivity
Virtual Sessions in ON, SK, and BC.
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Maria Chaplick
Registered Psychotherapist
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Anger Management, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Behavioural Issues, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Break-up recovery, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, Empowerment, Family Conflict, Fears and phobia, Grief and Loss, Habits, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Meaning and purpose, Mindfulness, Motivation, Negative thinking and ruminating, Navigating challenging relationships, Stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions
Anger Management, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Behavioural Issues, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Break-up recovery, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, Empowerment, Family Conflict, Fears and phobia, Grief and Loss, Habits, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Meaning and purpose, Mindfulness, Motivation, Negative thinking and ruminating, Navigating challenging relationships, Stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions
Virtual Sessions in ON and BC.
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Jide (Paul) Oderinde
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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Workplace stress, Christian counselling, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Anxiety, Addiction, Anger, Attachment, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Burnout, Depression coping skills, Men's issues, Life transitions, Panic attacks, Family Conflict, Self-esteem, Attachment trauma, PTSD, Separation anxiety, BIPOC
Workplace stress, Christian counselling, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Anxiety, Addiction, Anger, Attachment, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Burnout, Depression coping skills, Men's issues, Life transitions, Panic attacks, Family Conflict, Self-esteem, Attachment trauma, PTSD, Separation anxiety, BIPOC
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Emma Cheuk
Registered Social Worker
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Anxiety, Attachment, Familial and social relationships, Dating challenges, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth
Anxiety, Attachment, Familial and social relationships, Dating challenges, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Lea Konforte
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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Anxiety, Relationships, Infertility, Fertility, Life transitions, Attachment trauma, Autism, Break-up recovery, Burnout, Chronic and acute illness, Conflict resolution, Dating challenges, Emotional regulation, Family issues, Goal Setting, Intergenerational trauma, Mind-body connection, Nervous system regulation, Negative thinking and ruminating, Spirituality, Stress, Workplace stress, Grief/Loss
Anxiety, Relationships, Infertility, Fertility, Life transitions, Attachment trauma, Autism, Break-up recovery, Burnout, Chronic and acute illness, Conflict resolution, Dating challenges, Emotional regulation, Family issues, Goal Setting, Intergenerational trauma, Mind-body connection, Nervous system regulation, Negative thinking and ruminating, Spirituality, Stress, Workplace stress, Grief/Loss
Virtual Sessions in MB, YT, NU, AB, NT, NL, BC, and ON.
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Sofia Diaz
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Emotional regulation, Relationships, Cultural Challenges, People pleasing, Transitioning into Adulthood, Attachment wounds, Identity and Self-Exploration
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Emotional regulation, Relationships, Cultural Challenges, People pleasing, Transitioning into Adulthood, Attachment wounds, Identity and Self-Exploration
Virtual Sessions in MB, SK, AB, and ON.
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Mike Stroh
Registered Psychotherapist
Addiction, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Meaning and purpose, Relationships, Neurodiversity
Addiction, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Meaning and purpose, Relationships, Neurodiversity
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Jacob Damelin
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
He/Him
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationships, Life transitions, Grief and Loss
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationships, Life transitions, Grief and Loss
Virtual Sessions in all provinces and territories.
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Melissa Milligan
Canadian Certified Counsellor
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Anger, Attachment, Building Meaningful Connections, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Behaviour, Burnout, Deep connections, Childhood trauma, Chronic Illness, Dating challenges, Boundaries and boundary setting, Depression, Intergenerational trauma, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Navigating challenging relationships, Sexuality, Self-Development, Mindfulness
Anger, Attachment, Building Meaningful Connections, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Behaviour, Burnout, Deep connections, Childhood trauma, Chronic Illness, Dating challenges, Boundaries and boundary setting, Depression, Intergenerational trauma, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Navigating challenging relationships, Sexuality, Self-Development, Mindfulness
Virtual Sessions in MB, AB, BC, and SK.
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Michael Chu
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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Aging, Anxiety, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Competitive anxiety, Conflict resolution, Cultural Challenges, Dating challenges, Decision making, Deep connections, Depression, Dreams, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, Empowerment, Existential questions, Ethics, Familial and social relationships, Grief and Loss, Grief Processing, Identity and Self-Exploration, Imposter syndrome, Interpersonal dynamics, Intergenerational trauma, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Meaning and purpose, Motivation, Negative thinking and ruminating, Social anxiety, Stress, Thought Restructuring, Transformative dream work, Transitioning into Adulthood, Trauma processing, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Vulnerability, Wellness Counselling, Workplace stress, Trauma, BIPOC
Aging, Anxiety, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Competitive anxiety, Conflict resolution, Cultural Challenges, Dating challenges, Decision making, Deep connections, Depression, Dreams, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, Empowerment, Existential questions, Ethics, Familial and social relationships, Grief and Loss, Grief Processing, Identity and Self-Exploration, Imposter syndrome, Interpersonal dynamics, Intergenerational trauma, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Meaning and purpose, Motivation, Negative thinking and ruminating, Social anxiety, Stress, Thought Restructuring, Transformative dream work, Transitioning into Adulthood, Trauma processing, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Vulnerability, Wellness Counselling, Workplace stress, Trauma, BIPOC
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Hayley Hope
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Depression, Grief and Loss, Life transitions, Familial and social relationships, Trauma processing, Trauma
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Depression, Grief and Loss, Life transitions, Familial and social relationships, Trauma processing, Trauma
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Lydia Azaribe
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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ADHD, Attention and Impulsivity, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Anger, Aging, Anxiety, Attachment, Behaviour, Behavioural Issues, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Meaningful Connections, Break-up recovery, Building Self-Care Routines, Career guidance, Burnout, Caregivers, Cultural Challenges, Christian counselling, Conflict resolution, Effective communication, Depression coping skills, Goal Setting, Emotional regulation, Attention and Impulsivity, BIPOC
ADHD, Attention and Impulsivity, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Anger, Aging, Anxiety, Attachment, Behaviour, Behavioural Issues, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Meaningful Connections, Break-up recovery, Building Self-Care Routines, Career guidance, Burnout, Caregivers, Cultural Challenges, Christian counselling, Conflict resolution, Effective communication, Depression coping skills, Goal Setting, Emotional regulation, Attention and Impulsivity, BIPOC
Virtual Sessions in MB, NT, AB, NU, YT, NL, BC, SK, and ON.
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Frequently asked therapy questions
Do all therapists offer free consultations?
It is common for therapists in private practice to offer free consults with potential clients, though some therapists may not offer them when they aren’t accepting new clients or they might charge for the initial consultation.
You can schedule a free consultation with nearly all of the therapists listed in our directory. It’s very helpful to be able to meet a potential therapist, learn about their values and approach, and to get a feel for overall compatibility.
What happens during a free consultation with a potential therapist?
A free consultation is similar to an introductory meeting, and is not a full therapy session. You’ll speak with the therapist about your mental health, what brings you to therapy, and they’ll share with you how they approach therapy, what to expect in full-length sessions, and more practical matters like scheduling, payment, and confidentiality.
What should I be ready to share with the therapist during the consult?
Be prepared to briefly discuss what brings you to therapy and what you hope to achieve. Sharing any relevant personal history or current challenges can help the therapist understand your needs.
How will I know if I found the right therapist for me?
The biggest piece of advice: trust your instincts. Are you looking forward to the idea of speaking with them again? How do you feel when you think about opening up to them? Was there anything in particular they said during the consultation that stood out to you?
What happens if I don’t want to continue seeing a therapist after the free consultation?
If you choose not to proceed, that's perfectly okay. Therapy is very personal, and finding the right fit is crucial. You're under no obligation to continue after a free consultation.
How do I start booking sessions after a free consultation?
The therapist will likely leave it up to you to book a full-length session after your consultation – it’s about you feeling ready to start, not about being sales-y or trying to convince you.
What are the different types of therapists in Ontario?
In Ontario, there are four regulated types of therapists:
- Psychiatrists are practicing doctors and are able to both diagnose mental illnesses and disorders and prescribe medication.
- Psychologists in Ontario have earned a PhD in psychology (“psychology associates” will have a master’s degree). Psychologists can diagnose mental health conditions as well as offer psychotherapy.
- Psychotherapists in Ontario are regulated by provincial law. They can provide therapy and counselling services using a specialized approach or by combining different modalities.
- Social workers in Ontario hold either a bachelor’s degree (RSW) or master’s degree (MSW), and many social workers offer counselling services through private practice.
Is therapy covered by OHIP? Can I use my work health insurance?
There are a few scenarios where therapy is covered by provincial healthcare (OHIP), including:
- a visit to a psychiatrist via a doctor’s referral
- a family doctor who also provides psychotherapy services
- a therapist working in a hospital or another public health setting.
The Ontario government also has a resources page with affordable and accessible mental healthcare options.
Workplace insurance benefits can reduce or even fully cover out-of-pocket expenses to see a therapist in private practice. After paying for your session, you then submit your receipt as a claim to your insurance plan for reimbursement.
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