Beginning therapy can often feel intimidating. You are entering the unknown and stepping out of your comfort zone. Taking that first step is not easy, especially when it can bring up confusing feelings, anxiety, and overwhelm. The key is pacing and not setting the bar too high too soon.

I work through a Trauma-Informed lens, my approach is Client-Centered and Strength-Based. I will help you process your life experiences while emphasizing your personal strengths and promoting empowerment. I will encourage you to express yourself, sometimes employing non-traditional methods of therapy, such as art and play, to allow you to express yourself in the best way possible.

I am your partner in this journey, striving to create a genuine, honest, and empathetic space, where you will find a deeper understanding of your thoughts and feelings. We will share a warm, safe, and caring space where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself as you move toward the more positive changes in your life.

I have a passion for working with adolescents, families, and young adults. As a social worker, I have worked with youth, families and adults who faced different life challenges. I have provided individual and family support within the criminal justice system. I have also supported adolescents using diverse evidence-based interventions and modalities, helping them face life challenges, change patterns and understand their experiences and themselves.

Client Focus: Adults, Adolescents (starting at 14+)

Types of therapy: Trauma-Focused Psychotherapy, CBT, DBT, EMDR, Mindfulness

Issues:

Anxiety & Depression

Emotional Regulation, including anger and aggression

Stress (including work/school-related stress)

Communication Skills

Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence

Trauma

Grief & Loss

Body Image

Family and Friendship Challenges

Relationship Challenges

Intimacy Issues

Setting Boundaries

Challenges associated with Adolescence

Do not wait; the time will never be ‘just right.’ Start where you stand, and work with whatever tools you may have at your command, and better tools will be found as you go along (George Herbert).

I can provide therapy services in both English and Hebrew.

Client Focus: Adults, Adolescents (starting at 14+)

Types of therapy: Trauma-Focused Psychotherapy, CBT, DBT, EMDR, Mindfulness Issues: Anxiety & Depression Emotional Regulation, including anger and aggression Stress (including work/school-related stress) Communication Skills Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence Trauma Grief & Loss Body Image Family and Friendship Challenges Relationship Challenges Intimacy Issues Setting Boundaries Challenges associated with Adolescence

Do not wait; the time will never be ‘just right.’ Start where you stand, and work with whatever tools you may have at your command, and better tools will be found as you go along (George Herbert).

I can provide therapy services in both English and Hebrew.

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Darryl Borden is a registered psychotherapist who has over 20 years of clinical experience. Darryl’s clinical focus has concentrated on working with people who were homeless, and assisting those dealing with trauma, abuse, addictions and complex mental health issues. He adopts an interpersonal neurobiology approach to psychotherapy and has a strong clinical interest in assisting clients who seek to develop an understanding of themselves and their relationships in this complex world. Darryl has extensive experience in working in program development, management and as an individual psychotherapist. He has worked with adults, youth and their parents in a vast array of mental health settings that includes group and individual psychotherapy.

Darryl has also spent many years in the community developing and facilitating workshops and on educating organizations on mental health issues.

Darryl Borden is a registered psychotherapist who has over 20 years of clinical experience. Darry... Read More

Sometimes our own body or the body of our partner is a confusing mystery. Many of us were not taught beyond the fundamentals of sex and relationships. For some, intimate understanding and sexual nuance wasn’t passed down. Most of us are sent into this complicated world with no idea what we’re doing sexually. Sometimes, we figure it out, but sometimes, we do not.

Is your sexuality rife with confusion, anxiety, miscommunication, dissatisfaction or shame? Do you experience pain during sex or find it difficult to connect with your partner during intimacy?

It is my role to help people get back to a place where they can have the sex they want, negotiate difficult conversations and situations, learn how to ask the difficult questions and get the compassionate help they need. I create a safe, non-judgemental environment where you will explore your intimate self and get comfortable with all that shapes your needs and desires.

Being intimate doesn’t have to be difficult. Everyone deserves a good relationship with their partner, their sexuality and their own body.

Experience:

Aletha has over 15 years years of experience as a sexuality and relationship coach both in private practice and as an instructor at the University of South Africa from where she also graduated. She is also a registered counsellor with the HPCSA.

Client focus:

Couples, Individuals (18+), LGBTQIA+ friendly

Types of therapy:

Imago Relational Therapy Attachment based therapy Premarital counselling Gestalt therapy CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Issues:

Anxiety Depression Trauma Sexual Dysfunction Self Image Concerns Sexual Pain Mismatched Libido Difficult Sexual Conversations Infidelity Difficulty Orgasming in men and women Transgender Identity Issues Sex after Divorce Sex after Abuse Premature Ejaculation Fetishes and Paraphilias Sex education at every age.

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You may be feeling overwhelmed with your thoughts and feelings and not sure where to go next. You might know that something needs to change, but you just aren’t sure how. Your child might be struggling with new and big feelings, struggling in school or socially, or maybe there are difficult behaviours that you aren’t sure how to manage. My approach to therapy is client-centered and tailored to your specific goals. I believe that you are the expert in your life. I strive to develop a positive therapeutic relationship to support you in your journey. We work together to restructure the thoughts and behaviours that no longer serve you. Experience: I am a registered social worker with the OCSWSSW and the OASW. I obtained my diploma in child and youth care, my bachelor degree in social work and my masters degree in social work. Over the past 8 years, I have worked in various roles supporting children, youth, adults and families. I obtained my EMDR training and utilize a trauma informed lens in all the work I do. I am also Level 2 certified in CBT and DBT. Client Focus: Children and youth 10+ Individuals Types of therapy: EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) DBT (Dialectical behavioural therapy) CBT (Cognitive behavioural therapy) Attachment-based therapy Issues: Complex trauma Childhood trauma Phobias BPD Anxiety Depression Addiction

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Emily currently has a waitlist for new clients. To be added to her waitlist please contact us at 416-454-2323

Seeking therapy can be comforting to some and overwhelming to others. Anxiety, depression, family conflict, trauma and other life transitions can leave us feeling lost and hopeless. I am dedicated to helping you reconnect to your relationships, your life and yourself.

I offer an approach which promotes your strengths and recognizes the importance of allowing you to set your own pace to healing. My eclectic therapeutic style allows me the flexibility to draw on various modalities. I will create a supportive environment where you will feel safe, heard and comfortable with a gentle, curious and playful therapy style. I believe in providing straightforward psychoeducation, injecting humor and delivering honesty and transparency. Together we will aim to gain a greater understanding of yourself, your context, and feeling more grounded.

I am a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist with a graduate degree from the University of Windsor with a research concentration on mental health and trauma. I have a genuine passion for mental health and supporting individuals and their families as they overcome barriers and find their way forward.

Client Focus: Individuals 14+ and Couples

Types of therapy: AEDP, ACT, IFS, Narrative Therapy

Issues:

Anxiety & depression

ADHD affirming

Trauma

Parenting

LGBTQ2+

Sex/kink positive

Life transitions

Family conflict

Addictions

Sex therapy

Grief & Loss

Coping skills

Divorce

Couples Therapy

Self Esteem

Stress

Relationship Issues

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