Stress, PTSD and Anxiety Therapists in East York, ON.

Licensed professional counselling for anxiety, stress, phobias, and panic in East York, Ontario.


Soroosh Vafapoor, MPACS, MPS, RP
Anxiety Counsellor

Soroosh Vafapoor, MPACS, MPS, RP

Registered Psychotherapist

In M5R 2S1 - Nearby to East York.

In my approach to work with anxiety and stress, I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and Somatic Experiencing to help people engage fully with their present experiences and bodily sensations. This encourages you to observe and accept their feelings of anxiety and stress without judgment, fostering a greater sense of control. By learning to stay grounded and present, you can develop more effective coping strategies that align with your values, leading to a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Elaine Stirling, RP
Anxiety Counsellor

Elaine Stirling, RP

Registered Psychotherapist

In M5H 2N2 - Nearby to East York.

I hope to help you explore what a more preferred relationship with anxiety and stress could look like. In today’s hectic and often overwhelming environments, managing anxiety and stress can be one of the most important and difficult experience to manage. In our work together, you can expect me to ask about the impacts of both on your life, and gently explore what it could mean to live a little differently. Using evidence-based and individualized strategies, I help clients to find ways to manage and thrive. Book a free consultation to explore if we are a good fit.

Ellis Nicolson, M.Div; R.P.; RMFT-Mississauga
Anxiety Counsellor

Ellis Nicolson, M.Div; R.P.; RMFT-Mississauga

Relationship Specialists-Registered Psychotherapist; Registered Marriage and Family Therapist

In L4Z 1S2 - Nearby to East York.

Anxiety and stress come in many forms, from normal levels to severe. Anxiety can feel debilitating at times; it can feel like it comes out of nowhere. Certain levels of stress and anxiety are completely normal, in fact, we need them both to survive. In counselling with Ellis Nicolson, you will learn how to cope with stress and anxiety in a healthy way. You will learn how to recognize your body warning sign; relaxation techniques; and replace twisted/neagtive thoughts with realistic/healthy thoughts.

Ron Wyse, RP, RMFT; DD, ThM, MDiv, BA
Anxiety Counsellor

Ron Wyse, RP, RMFT; DD, ThM, MDiv, BA

Registered Psychotherapist; Registered Marriage and Family Therapist

In L3R 5L7 - Nearby to East York.

We all experience some form of stress in meeting the various challenges of life, but sometimes we can get overwhelmed. In counselling, I work with you to understand your own process of stress and anxiety, and then we can work together on ways of dealing effectively with the people and situations you find particularly challenging at this time in your life.

John Schurmann, B.A. Psych, B.S.W. (Hon), M.S.W.
Anxiety Counsellor

John Schurmann, B.A. Psych, B.S.W. (Hon), M.S.W.

Social Worker, Psychotherapist, ADD Specialist, Life Coach

In L3P 7S7 - Nearby to East York.

Stress and anxiety are the biggest preventable causes of unhappiness and illness. They poison your relationships, self-esteem, health, and happiness. The goals in helping you manage your stress/anxiety are to understand what your personal reaction to anxiety-provoking situations are, identify what your related concerns are, and learn to "let go" of anxiety. I will help you become more aware of the internal self-talk and how your thoughts affect your feelings. Thoughts affect feelings - feelings affect actions.

Kennedy McLean, RP, MACP, CCPT-II
Anxiety Counsellor

Kennedy McLean, RP, MACP, CCPT-II

Registered Psychotherapist

In M9C 5K6 - Nearby to East York.

Therapy can help by providing a safe and confidential space to discuss what is happening in your life. You will learn to be more in tune with your symptoms and the messages they may be trying to convey. We will gradually explore your history to bring order and understanding to it while helping you to process and contain difficult emotions and over time finding strategies to manage and decrease these symptoms.

Salwa Mawji, MSW, RSW
Anxiety Counsellor

Salwa Mawji, MSW, RSW

Registered Social Worker

In L4L 8K5 - Nearby to East York.

Anxiety and stress can be consuming and prevent people from living their fullest lives. I offer practical treatment to help people learn to manage and reduce feelings of anxiety for a more peaceful day to day life in which emotions and fears do not take over. Clients learn to challenge and reduce their anxiety with my support and guidance and learn calming techniques, thought challenging, and emotion management. Learning healthy ways to cope with stressful situations is also a priority. There are both physical, mental, and emotional benefits to managing and reducing stress and anxiety, e.g., reduced blood pressure, reduced muscle tension and aches, a sense of calmness, confidence, and so on.

Sherriden Brown, MA, CCC, RP
Anxiety Counsellor

Sherriden Brown, MA, CCC, RP

Relationship Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist

In L5G 2T4 - Nearby to East York.

Feeling constantly stressed and anxious is exhausting. Whether it shows up through overwhelming worry, digestive problems, difficulty sleeping or a full blown panic attack, I can help you get to the route of the issue. I help people navigate life's stressors by turning to their inner resources. This opens the door to becoming increasingly open and receptive, to connecting on a deep level with those most important to you, and to living rather than simply surviving.

Anna Skomorovskaia, MSW, RD,
Anxiety Counsellor

Anna Skomorovskaia, MSW, RD,

Registered Social Worker

In L4J 8K8 - Nearby to East York.

Clients can benefit from anxiety and stress treatment and counseling from a psychotherapist in several ways. Firstly, as a trained therapist, I can provide clients with effective coping mechanisms to manage their symptoms of anxiety and stress. By exploring the root causes of their anxiety and stress, clients can gain a deeper understanding of their triggers and develop strategies for managing them. Secondly, therapy provides a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to express their thoughts and feelings. clients can gain greater clarity and perspective on their experiences, which can help to reduce their feelings of anxiety feelings of anxiety and stress.

Victoria Lorient-Faibish, RP, MEd, CCC, BCPP, RPE
Anxiety Counsellor

Victoria Lorient-Faibish, RP, MEd, CCC, BCPP, RPE

Registered Psychotherapist, Holistic Psychotherapist, Canadian Certified Counsellor

In M5R 1A9 - Nearby to East York.

Integration of talk therapy with holistic body centred modalities: Giving space for the client to explore and express feelings, own awareness’s, transform thoughts, grieve, vent, and neutralize guilt, anger and fear. New understandings and thus new neural pathways begin to form. Somatic focusing: A profound process of accessing the deep subconscious through breathe work And Life Coaching, meditation, visualization, Emotional Freedom Technique, New Decision Therapy, Polarity Therapy, Cranosacral, Reiki, forgiveness and acceptance work, supplements for brain chemistry balancing are very effective as well. Also CBT, EFT . The combination is powerful.

Sabrina Golchin, MCP, RCC
Anxiety Counsellor

Sabrina Golchin, MCP, RCC

Registered Clinical Counsellor

In M6S 1N8 - Nearby to East York.

Anxiety is often manifested in physical symptoms such as rapid or heavy breathing, chest tightness, heart palpitation. Clients often find themselves in their GP's office as they are convinced that they have a serious medical condition. People are often relieved to know that they are physically healthy, but they are left confused, scared, and embarrassed as they feel may feel that they are going 'crazy' as they can't understand their experiences. Research shows that the best treatment for Anxiety is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. CBT helps clients examine their unproductive thoughts and beliefs and helps them form new ones to reclaim power and agency in their lives.

Tristan Mohamed, BA(H), JD, MPS, RP(Q)
Anxiety Counsellor

Tristan Mohamed, BA(H), JD, MPS, RP(Q)

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

In M4L 3P7 - Nearby to East York.

Are you tired of constantly feeling anxious and stressed out? The demands of modern life and constant barrage of information can take a toll on your physical and mental well-being, even leading to burnout. It's time for you to regain control over your life and find peace amidst the chaos. I draw on my background and experience as a lawyer to help working professionals struggling with the demands of life. By working together, you can learn evidence-based approaches to address the underlying causes of anxiety, stress, and burnout. Through a personalized approach, you can learn new strategies to cope with anxiety and reduce stress, while undoing old patterns and creating lasting change.

Alison Taylor, RP (Qualifying), GITDip
Anxiety Counsellor

Alison Taylor, RP (Qualifying), GITDip

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

In M4C 5K6 - Nearby to East York.

Anxiety can be an overwhelming, all-consuming experience. It can take over our whole being. This is why I offer an embodied approach to exploring anxiety together, so that you can gain awareness around your unique physiological responses to stress and worry, and become more empowered to draw on the supports available to you in stressful situations.

MCM Counselling Services, MA, RP
Anxiety Counsellor

MCM Counselling Services, MA, RP

Registered Psychotherapist

In L3X 1W1 - Nearby to East York.

We all have anxiety in various degrees as it has been a part of the human condition as a protection mechanism since the cave man days. In today's world, anxiety is a very common issue due to lack of work life balance, juggling increasing life demands and our difficulty disconnecting from others due to electronics. I work with clients to determine what are the root causes of their anxiety while providing coping techniques to better manage the anxiety symptoms.

Nadia Zamzul, RP(Q)
Anxiety Counsellor

Nadia Zamzul, RP(Q)

Registered Psychotherapist (Q)

In M5V 1A8 - Nearby to East York.

Stress & anxiety can cripple us. By holding space for it, we will get to understand the climate in which stress and anxiety are thriving, and, consequently work towards changing your situation. While there's no one-size-fits-all solution, adopting a holistic approach can provide profound relief and sustainable healing. Together, we will help you cultivate resilience and create buffers to the causes of stress & anxiety.

Winnie Lai, MDiv, RP, CCFT, RMFT-SM
Anxiety Counsellor

Winnie Lai, MDiv, RP, CCFT, RMFT-SM

Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Couple and Family Therapist, Registered Marriage and Family Therapist, Supervisor Mentor

In M2M 3S4 - Nearby to East York.

Feeling anxious? or stressed? or overwhelmed? The current situation may seem so difficult, there are changes all the time. It maybe the stress at school, or the pressure at work, or the unfairness how others have treated you at work. But, you need the job, and have the anxiety going to work everyday. You can empower yourself by learning coping strategies and use them to handle your feelings and your automatic thoughts. You can also learn how to do self-care, how to do relaxation, so that your sleep quality is better. All the different parts of your life is inter-related and can affect you and your quality in life.

Vera Roncon, MA, C. Psych.
Anxiety Counsellor

Vera Roncon, MA, C. Psych.

Clinical Psychologist

In M4P 1E2 - Nearby to East York.

Most individuals experience anxiety from time to time or in response to very stressful moments in their lives. When anxiety occurs in response to normal daily activities or becomes constant, overwhelming, difficult to control and starts to interfere with daily life, it might mean you are experiencing an anxiety disorder. Therapy that addresses anxiety can help you identify and understand your symptoms and learn new ways of thinking, and new behaviour patterns that can greatly reduce your anxiety. Finding a therapist whom you trust and connect with is very important and can be the beginning of feeling more in control of your life.

Semra Lamky, RP (Q), MA
Anxiety Counsellor

Semra Lamky, RP (Q), MA

RP (Q),Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) (CRPO)

In M8V 1P9 - Nearby to East York.

It's critical to understand that, even if you suffer from panic attacks, compulsive thoughts, ongoing worry, or a phobia, you don't have to live in fear and anxiety. In many cases, therapy is the most effective strategy to handle anxiety-related problems. Therapy gives you the skills and teaches you how to use them to overcome anxiety. If stress is not managed, it can become chronic stress and ultimately lead to burnout. While burnout leaves people feeling completely exhausted and unmotivated to keep going, stress often results in people feeling overwhelmed. Therapy provides coping mechanisms for stress symptoms, which may help to avoid burnout.

Congruent Living Therapy, R.P., M.A., B.A.
Anxiety Counsellor

Congruent Living Therapy, R.P., M.A., B.A.

Registered Psychotherapist

In L4E 4K3 - Nearby to East York.

Anxiety and Stress can be such a plague to people who suffer from them. These symptoms can be extremely debilitating and frustrating. Suffering from these long enough will lead to other problems such as anger or depression. My goal for working with clients is to explore these symptoms, their origin, and a client's best hopes of living a life beyond just the impact of these symptoms.

Emma DeRaaf, (B.A.) Psychology
Anxiety Counsellor

Emma DeRaaf, (B.A.) Psychology

Registered Psychotherapist

In L6J 1J4 - Nearby to East York.

Stress and anxiety can have a negative impact on an individual and their health. Without proper support and understanding, an individual can struggle with their daily functioning or even get physically ill. Fortunately, talking it out and exploring the anxiety and the stress through counselling can also help individuals who battle stress on a regular basis. Counselling can help you gain perspective on your current thought patterns and coping skills, while also working to give you the advantage over the stress and anxiety.

Sherry Van Blyderveen, Ph.D.
Anxiety Counsellor

Sherry Van Blyderveen, Ph.D.

Clinical and Counseling Psychologist

In L4X 1L9 - Nearby to East York.

All associates with New Leaf Psychology Centre offer therapy for stress and anxiety. Although the initial treatment approach for anxiety is often Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), treatment is individualized to address your personal situation. Therapy can help you reduce worries, increase your ability to face fears, and allow you to approach life more optimistically. Dr. Strauss specializes in work related stressors, such as overwork, increasing demands, interpersonal challenges with colleagues and management, and career decisions. Dr. Gilani specializes in health related anxieties and stress.

Gabriela Vilar, MA Counselling
Anxiety Counsellor

Gabriela Vilar, MA Counselling

Spanish Bilingual Psychotherapist

In L1S 2E9 - Nearby to East York.

Anxiety is a normal reaction to stress. It helps one deal with a tense situation in the office, study harder for an exam, or keep focused on an important speech. In general, it helps one cope. But when anxiety becomes an excessive, irrational dread of everyday situations, it has become a disabling disorder. These are typical symptoms that can help you identify an anxiety problem: * Sweaty palms * Muscle tension * Fast heart-bit and chest pain * Dizziness * Flushed cheeks * Difficulty breathing The physical sensations appear along with thoughts which undermine the ability to cope and overestimates risks. My treatment includes CBT, mindfulness and hypnotherapy.

Lori-Ann Wesley, M.A., R.P.
Anxiety Counsellor

Lori-Ann Wesley, M.A., R.P.

Registered Psychotherapist

In M4P 1G8 - Nearby to East York.

Anxiety is a normal emotion. It’s your brain’s way of reacting to stress and alerting you of potential danger ahead. However many suffer from too much anxiety living in flight/flight affecting the nervous system in unhealthy ways. Working w old trauma and learning new ways of being in the here and now can lessen anxiety and stress. There are many tools that are helpful.

Sylvia Michael, RMFT, RP
Anxiety Counsellor

Sylvia Michael, RMFT, RP

Registered Psychotherapist, Indiviual & Couple Therapist

In L3R 0K6 - Nearby to East York.

Everyone feels anxiety at some point in their lives but when it starts to interfere with your life, counseling can help. Although anxiety can feel debilitating, it is treatable. People with anxiety don’t always share the same symptoms, they vary from person to person. Therapy will help you to reclaim your life and function in a chronically stressful world.

Stacey Gorlicky, RP
Anxiety Counsellor

Stacey Gorlicky, RP

Stacey Gorlicky Registered Psychotherapist and Addictions Counsellor

In M4N 3N1 - Nearby to East York.

Anxiety is internalized prolonged internal stress. Often people are afraid because they have never owned up to themselves. It is completely understandable with the world we live in today and all the expectations placed on we can often become overwhelmed. It can be a forever on going pressure from anything such as, ageing; being alone; illness losing a job/family member/possession. Things that require action can also be heavy stress factors; relationships; losing weight; intimacy; career. Our inner state of mind; feeling rejected, like a failure; low self-image. Etc. "This is not true you have handled everything up till now". Reaching out for support is the first step to creating change.



East York is located in Ontario, Canada.  The population of East York is 118,071 people. East York therapists serve postal code: M4H.