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Lea Konforte

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

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Lea Konforte

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Lea Konforte

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Lea Konforte

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

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Meet Lea

Lea Konforte is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who takes a compassionate, somatic approach to therapy, guiding clients to connect with their mind, body, and heart for lasting healing and growth. She believes therapy is not just about overcoming challenges but empowering individuals to thrive and create a life aligned with their true selves. With a background as a high school teacher and a master’s degree in special education, Lea brings over 14 years of experience supporting individuals with diverse needs and unique strengths. Her clients can expect a deeply personalized and culturally sensitive approach, where their stories and backgrounds are respected and woven into their therapy journey. Lea is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space for exploration and transformation. She warmly invites you to take the first step toward your best self by reaching out today.

My experiences and interests give me a unique understanding of…

What anxiety is and how to use neuroscience to manage it effectively.
Why not all stress is bad and ways to eliminate chronic stress.
First-hand experience with trauma and using the neuroscience-based Flash technique to gently help people release their heavy emotions.
Understanding work-related stressors from my experience as a teacher and working in the corporate world.
Understanding work work-related stress of front line workers such as paramedics, nurses and teachers as I am both a teacher and a volunteer first responder
First-hand experience with embryo freezing, infertility, and the surrogacy process.
Coping with involuntary childlessness through personal experience.
The challenges immigrants and their children experience, as I have lived these experiences myself.
Managing and thriving while having chronic illness as I have experience this myself

My cultural or ancestral background is…

I was born in Eastern Europe in Bosnia, and have Spanish Sephardic Jewish roots.
I grew up in Canada. So my culture is a combination of feeling proud to be Canadian, Jewish and Eastern European.

My work as a therapist is inspired by (not limited to)...

My clients describe me using words like…

Easy to talk to
Caring
Empathetic
Deep listener
Supportive
Empowering

Expertise

Areas of Focus

Anxiety

Relationships

Trauma

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

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My clients often self-identify as…

Individuals ready to heal or gain clarity.
Those who seek more than just talk therapy, and are looking for practical and somatic or body-based tools to achieve their goals.
Whether you need help with trauma processing, relationships, anxiety, financial stress, loneliness, family issues, chronic stress, fertility issues, involuntary childlessness, or war/immigration hardships, I'm here to assist.

I’m the right therapist for you if…

You're struggling with anxiety, stress, financial worry or feeling overwhelmed.
You're going through a major life transition (career change, relationship shifts, etc.) and need support adjusting.
You're seeking to improve your relationships with others or with yourself.
You're ready to create a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Want to feel at home in your body.
You're wanting to understand and regulate emotions
You wish to heal your past traumas
You wish to repair your attachment trauma

Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach

Somatic and Body Awareness

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Solution-Focused Therapy

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Gottman Method

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)

Inner Child Work

Brain-Based Therapy

Spiritual Therapy

Rapid Trauma Processing

Flash Technique

Hypnotherapy

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If we work together you can expect to feel...

My clients often leave sessions feeling safe, validated, and empowered, as well as experiencing a sense of well-being and comfort.
Together we will create a warm and collaborative environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.

Served Populations

Adults (18+)

BIPOC

LGBTQ2IA+

Seniors (65+)

Children (≤12)

Teens (13-17)

Practice Details

Service Offerings & Rates

Initial Consultation (15 min)

Free

Individual Therapy (60 min)

$160

Sliding scale offered on case by case basis

Couples Therapy (60 min)

$170

Sliding scale offered on case by case basis

During your free consultation, we'll go over...

What brings you to therapy and what you hope to achieve.
Your reasons for seeking support at this time in your life.
What you like about your previous therapist that we can continue doing
What you did not like about your previous therapist so we don't continue that
How my approach can help you address your specific concerns.
My approach is structured to some degree and includes jointly agreed-upon goals and regular assessments to measure your progress
Logistics like scheduling, fees, and confidentiality.

If we work together you can expect me to…

Create a safe and welcoming space: Where you feel comfortable exploring your inner world and connecting with your body's wisdom while understanding how your frontal cortex, amygdala, and nervous system play a role in stress and anxiety.
Listen deeply and with empathy: To understand your unique experiences and perspectives.
Guide you in developing greater body awareness: Helping you tune into your physical sensations, understand their connection to your emotions and thoughts, and learn techniques to achieve deep calmness.
Empower you to regulate your nervous system: Through somatic practices that promote grounding, relaxation, and a sense of safety.
Support you in processing emotions and experiences: In a way that honours the mind-body connection.
Collaborate with you to achieve your therapeutic goals: Whether that's reducing anxiety, navigating life transitions, improving relationships, or enhancing self-awareness.
Help you cultivate a deeper sense of connection: To yourself, your body, and your inner wisdom.