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QC3: Queer Community Care Connect
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Considering booking a therapist? Consider asking these questions: https://m.imgur.com/i7bkkcL To be added to QC3, please fill out the following form: http://bit.ly/QueerCCCForm For more information or questions, contact Tamar Brannigan at tamar.brannigan@gmail.com
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NamePractice
Professional Credentials
Phone Number
EmailWebsiteCatchmentAddressCostSliding Scale?Insurable?HoursWaitlistQueer-InformedTrans-InformedDrug User-InformedBIPOC- InformedSex Worker-InformedDisability-InformedServices ProvidedSupport groups available?AccessibilityLanguages ServedCounsellor IdentityHow to get an appointmentOther
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Adam SegalPrivate
M. Ed. (Counselling Psychology), Psychotherapist
416-556-9616
segaladam@sympatico.ca
http://www.adamsegal.ca/index.htmlToronto
244 Dupont St, Toronto, ON M5R 1V7
$110/hourNoYesYesYesYesQueer
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Alexander Borovoy
Private416 921 7788
eaborovoy@gmail.com
http://www.torontopsychotherapygroup.com/therapists/alex-borovoy/
Online sessions available344 Bloor Street West
100-150
YesDepends on insurer
daytime-evenings, weekdays
short waitlistYesYesYesYesYesYes
psycho-dynamic/relational psychotherapy
NoA scent free policyEnglish
Queerphone call or email
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Alexia Dyer
Private
M.A. Dip.TIRP (Candidate)
647-776-1595
alexia@eastendtherapy.ca
eastendtherapy.ca
Toronto
Toronto
100.00 per session
YesNoDays and evenings
Yes, for sliding scale
YesYesYesYesYesYes
Relational therapy for individuals and couples
No
A flight of stairs to the main entrance, a scent-free policy, a washroom designated as gender neutral
English
white, queer, female-identified
Email or phone
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Amelia Sloan
Private
RN, MN, Dip. TIRP (candidate)
416 618 1553
ameliasloantherapy@gmail.com
ameliasloantherapy.com
Toronto West/Central
489 College St, Toronto, ON. M6G1A5.
$80-110
Yes
Clients would have to check their insurance
Monday, Tuesday and Fridays
NoneYesYesYesYesYesYes
Therapy - talk and somatic based (Relational, sensorimotor, sex therapy, couples therapy)
No
a ramp that leads to the main entrance, a working elevator, automatically opening doors, a grab bar to the side of the toilet
English
white queer non-binary person
through the booking system on my website or email me
I am supervised on a weekly basis and I am awaiting my registration with the college of psychotherapist of Ontario hopefully by the end of 2017, if not sooner.
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anu lalaPrivate
Registered Psychotherapist & Registered Art Therapist
416-703-5162
anu10_@hotmail.com
http://anulala.com/NoneToronto East90-120/sessionYesYes
Weekdays and evenings
NoYesYesNoYesNoYes
Psychotherapy and Art Therapy
No
A flight of stairs to the main entrance
EnglishA South Asian femaleSend an email or call to book session
Work from a client-centred anti-oppressive anti-racist approach. Have 22 years of experience working in the Community with issues such as Trauma/ Abuse, Anxiety, Depression, Family and or Relationship problems and Grief.
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Arti MehtaPrivate
MSW, Psychotherapist in training, Somatic Experiencing practitioner in training
n/a
arti.a.mehta@gmail.com
n/aAdults, ages 18 and over
240 Roncesvalles
$60-80YesDepends
Currently full, but always worth checking in
short waitlistYesYesYesYesYesYes
Somatic experiencing, relational psychotherapy
NoA scent free policyEnglish
Queer, AFAB genderqueer, cis woman and femme. I'm South asian, a settler and chronically ill.
Email me at arti.a.mehta@gmail.com
18 years of experience working with LGBTQ2S communities, specialize in body-based trauma work
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Ashish ParushanPrivate647-688-9471
asishpurushan@yahoo.com
http://asishpurushan.com2 College Street, Suite:105
$90/60 min individual
evening and weekend appointments.
anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem, grief, loss, isolation, trauma, family & relationship issues, loneliness, sexual orientation worries, gender identity concerns, LGBT counselling, transgender counselling, addiction issues, etc.
English, Hindi, Urdu, Malayalam or Tamil, Elevator access is only between 9am and 4:30pm.
QTPOCOffers cyber counselling, free 20 minute consultation
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Ashraf Ahmed Private
Psychologist, Ph.D. and psychotherapist
647-215-4050
dr.ashraf.ahmed@gmail.com
www.ashrafahmed.ca
Adults, Adolescents, Children, Families
2 Carlton Street, Suite 1405, Toronto, ON M5B 1J3
$160YesYes
Monday to Friday, 10 am to 7pm
2-3 weeks
YesYesYesYesYesYes
Psychotherapy, Psychological Assessment, Consultation
Noa working elevatorEnglishQueer POC
Please contact me via my email or phone number
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Barbara ErochinaPrivate416-837-1854
barbaraerochina@hotmail.com
http://www.barbaraerochina.com/Toronto
Upon request, I practice out of my home.
45 -90 sliding scale
YesNo
Monday - Friday, 9am - 6pm in person. Evening sessions over Skype.
NoneYesYesNoNoNoYes
Coaching for emotional wellness, Gestalt informed therapy.
Yes
A flight of stairs to the main entrance,
English, Russian
Queer white able bodied woman, Russian immigrant.
Interested clients can e-mail me directly, or visit www.barbaraerochina.com/coaching
My approach combines various coaching tools with insights from Gestalt psychotherapy and spiritual counselling.
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Barbara Shliefer Clinic
416-323-9149 ext. 234
http://schliferclinic.com/help/someone-to-talk-to/individual-counselling/
FreeFree
spousal abuse
violence and threats from other family members/household members or stranger(s)
forced marriage
adult sexual assault
childhood sexual abuse/incest
Yes
English, Spanish, Fanti, Twi
Mandarin, + over 90 languages serviced via interpreter
call Intake Department at 416-323-9149 ext. 234 for more information and/or to register.
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Bo Yih ThomPrivate
Registered Psychotherapist and Registered Social Worker RP, MSW, RSW
416.879.8854boyih@hotmail.com
www.IntegrativeCounsellingResources.com
Ontario - Office is in Toronto
Lansdowne/Bloor$120No
Yes, if psychotherapist or social work services are covered
8am-3pm (last appointment at 2pm)
Short wait list, for people who are queer/trans AND racialized
YesYesYesYesYesYes
1) Trauma informed, strengths based, anti-oppression psychotherapy with an option to integrate mindfulness
2) Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy
2) Clinical supervision to agency workers and therapists in private practice
3) Workshops to agencies on trauma and resilience, ambiguous/non-death loss, harm reduction and substance use, compassion fatigue, vicarious trauma, and self care
No
A flight of stairs to the main entrance, a scent free policy, a washroom designated as gender neutral
English
Chinese femme dyke, trans-racial adoptive parent, former survival based sex worker and heavy drug user. Sex, poly, and kink positive
call or email, set a free consultation to check for fit
Harm reduction supplies available on site, anonymous access
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Brian Konik
PrivateBSW, MSW, RSW
647-483-7100
info@briankonik.com
http://www.briankonik.com
Toronto
204 Spadina Ave, 2nd Floor (Six Degrees Health)
$145Yes
Often, yes ("MSW/social work", and "psychotherapy")
evenings, weekends, some weekday mornings

NoYesYesYesYesYesYes
Psychotherapy for 1. relationships & sex, 2. stress, 3. anxiety, 4. trauma, and 5. LGBTQ-specific issues. Therapy is trauma-informed, kink, poly, asexual and aromantic -friendly.
No
A flight of stairs to the main entrance, a single or couple of steps, a washroom designated as gender neutral
English
White/european. Cis-male. Gay/Queer.
Free telephone consultation to discuss your concerns, answer questions, confirm availability and cost, etc. Then if the client is accepted into therapy, the client can book online via an electronic calendar 24/7.
I provide non-medicalizing, non-pathologizing support. I know finding a good therapist is difficult, so I encourage all clients to interview multiple therapists to find a good fit. I wish you best of luck in finding the support you need at this time.
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Cailin CrosbyPrivateMEd CCC RP(Qualifying)
416-206-7874
cailincrosbytherapy@gmail.com
https://www.cailincrosby.com
TorontoBloor & Christie
80 - 110$
YesDepends
Weekends & Weekday mornings
NoneYesYesYesYesYesYes
Therapy - Individual & Couples
No
A flight of stairs to the main entrance, a single or couple of steps
English
Queer, white, cis gender woman
Booking form on website
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CAMHYes
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COTAhttp://www.cotainspires.ca/
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David Kelly ServicesOrganization416-595-9618
http://www.familyservicetoronto.org/programs/dkslesgay.html
sterling road. 2 carlton
$5-120/hour based on income
Yes4-6+ months
coming out, sexual orientation and gender identity, isolation, discrimination, relationship issues, parenting, transitioning, self-esteem and violence. • personal, job, relationship, parenting and family problems;
• aging and caring for an aging family member;
• coping with developmental disabilities;
• dealing with separation, divorce and new relationships;
• surviving domestic violence and sexual abuse;
• accessing community resources;
• dealing with sexual and gender orientation issues;
• coping with the impact of HIV/AIDS;
• living in poverty;
• and so much more.
Yes
Call Service Access Unit at 416-595-9618 between 9:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. Monday to Thursday and 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. on Fridays.
Single free walk in counselling session available http://familyservicetoronto.org/walkincounselling.html
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David Moulton
Private
Registered Psychotherapist
647-525-8268
counselling@davidmoulton.ca
www.davidmoulton.ca
Mississauga, Toronto, Scarborough, Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa
691 Bloor Street West, Suite 201, Toronto ON M6G 1L3
$140 - $210
Yes
Several plans cover RP fees
Monday to Thursday, days and evenings
NoneYesYesYesYesNoNoPsychotherapy, consultation
No
A washroom designated as gender neutral, flight of stairs to the main entrance
EnglishCisgender male, gay
Call or email for appointment
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Dino Paoletti
Private(416) 406-6227
dinopaoletti@hotmail.com
https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/name/Dino_Paoletti_MEd_Toronto_Ontario_97064
Toronto. Some Skype work with known clients
Yonge/Carlton

$120.00 per hour. Limited sliding scale as available.
Yes
"Some limited insurance providers have covered"
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9am-9pm
At times. Seasonally dependent.
YesYesYesYesYesYes
Individual counselling services. No couple work at this time.
Yes
a grab bar behind the toilet in the washroom
a grab bar to the side of the toilet in the washroom, a working elevator
English, French
Cis gendered Queer guy, of Euro family origin, informed by studies, work, life and critical community politics.
Contact by email is suggested as a first step. A free first consultation is available, usually within a week of first contact.
25+ years of service to LGBT folks in Toronto.
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Eagle Youth ServicesOrganization
CBT, Mindfulness, Trauma informed
647-350-0290
lgallo@egale.ca
http://egale.ca/outreach/None
290 Shuter Street Lower Level
FreeFreeN/A
Monday to Thursday 10 - 8 pm and Fridays - 10 6 pm
NoneYesYesYesYesYesYes
Counselling, Case Management, Drop in, Groups
Yes
A working elevator, a grab bar to the side of the toilet, a scent-free policy, a washroom designated as gender neutral
English & SpanishAll different identities
Call or email and ask for an appt.
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EdgewestCommunity Health Centre(416) 652-4363https://edgewest.wordpress.com
1900 Davenport Road, Toronto ON M6N 1B7
FreeFree
Mondays: 4 pm - 8 pm
Wednesdays: 4 pm - 8 pm
Saturdays: 10 am - 2 pm
Yes
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Egale Youth OUTreach -- Jane Walsh (MSW), Ronnie Ali (MA)
Through an Organization
4169647887 ext 9
outreach@egale.ca
egale.ca/outreach
Greater Toronto Area, youth under 29
183 Carlton St. (side entrance)
FreeFreeN/A
Monday to Friday, 11am to 7pm
No waitlist, drop-in service available
YesYesYesYesYesYes
Walk in or scheduled individual counselling, homelessness and suicide crisis services for LGBTQ2S youth up to age 29. Same-day crisis response and counselling, suicide prevention, intervention and postvention care, ongoing mental health counselling for individuals and families, addiction and mental health supports, support with gender affirmation and community acceptance (e.g. transition planning and trans literacy seminars), group discussion, group counselling and interactive learning activities.
Yes
A washroom designated as gender neutral
English, ASL, other languages available
Jane identifies as intersex, Ronnie identities as QPOC
Drop-in, email, phone
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Farzana DoctorPrivate647-899-8974
farzanadoctor@rogers.com,
www.farzanadoctorpsychotherapy.com
anywhere
Lansdowne/Dundas in Toronto
105/individuals; 125/couples and families
Yes
Registered Social Worker
Mon-Thurs
Yes, 3 months
YesYesYesYesYesYespsychotherapy
No
a flight of stairs to the main entrance, scent free
English
South Asian, Muslim, queer, cis
phone or e-mail
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Gerstein Centrehttp://gersteincentre.org/
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Giselle GosPrivateDip.TIRP(candidate)
(647) 873-5265
giselle@gisellegostherapy.com
www.gisellegostherapy.com
Toronto588A Danforth
$80/55 min session
Yes
RP insurance coverage only
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
No waitlist for full cost. Short waitlist for sliding scale.
YesYesYesYesYesYesindividual therapy
No
A flight of stairs to the main entrance, a scent-free policy, a washroom designated as gender neutral
English
White, settler, non-binary, queer, person with a disability, fat
Email or phone
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Hard FeelingsOrganization416-792-4393
kate@hardfeelings.org
https://www.hardfeelings.org848 Bloor St. W$50-$225Yes
We do not provide central intake – you must book directly with one of the counsellors. You can come into the store to ask about scheduling an appointment or you can follow the steps below:

To make an appointment for counselling:

View the counsellor profiles
Choose a counsellor you might like to work with. Think about what you are hoping to get out of counselling and how that matches with the skills and experience of a counsellor.
Email that counsellor directly and ask to schedule an appointment. You will hear back from them shortly.
You can also call the storefront at 416.792.4393 or come in to get help navigating the website and counsellor profiles. We will be happy to assist you in contacting a counsellor.
Our short-term counselling services are not appropriate for individuals struggling with complex and severe mental illness. We may be able to support you in the short-term or help you find other resources.
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Hard FeelingsOrganization
The majority of the counsellors in the Hard Feelings community of practice are graduate level registered social workers (MSW, RSW).
416.792.4393
kate@hardfeelings.org
https://www.hardfeelings.org/Toronto, age 18+848 Bloor St. W$50-$80YesDependsVariesYes, for someYesYesYesYesYesYes
Low-cost counselling to individuals who are facing barriers in accessing mental health supports.
No
Varied: See here https://www.hardfeelings.org/the-counsellors/
We do not provide central intake – you must book directly with one of the counsellors. You can come into the store to ask about scheduling an appointment or you can follow the steps below:

To make an appointment for counselling:

View the counsellor profiles
Choose a counsellor you might like to work with. Think about what you are hoping to get out of counselling and how that matches with the skills and experience of a counsellor.
Email that counsellor directly and ask to schedule an appointment. You will hear back from them shortly.
You can also call the storefront at 416.792.4393 or come in to get help navigating the website and counsellor profiles. We will be happy to assist you in contacting a counsellor.

Our short-term counselling services are not appropriate for individuals struggling with complex and severe mental illness. We may be able to support you in the short-term or help you find other resources.
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Hassle Free Clinic(416) 922-0566http://www.hasslefreeclinic.org/66 Gerrard St. 2nd FloorFreeFreeYesYesYes
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Heidi Mehta
Private647-783-3365
heidi.mehta@gmail.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidi-mehta-349414142/
Ontario
Downtown100-120Yes
If your insurance covers social workers
evening / weekend
1 monthYesYesYesYesYesYes
Narrative, CBT, Solution-focused, Mindfulness, yoga, cyber-counselling, telephone counselling, anti-oppressive approach, trauma informed
Yes
a working elevator, a washroom designated as gender neutral
English (in future, french and spanish)
Queer femme, cisgender, woman of colour, hidden disability
Email: Heidi.Mehta@gmail.com
Offering cyber-counselling and telephone counselling
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Helen HargreavesPrivate647 667 7241
helen@helenhargreaves.com
http://www.helenhargreaves.com/1395 Bayview Avenue$120/50 min
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Jacob Ernst
PrivateMSW RSW647-382-1854
jacob@shiftcollab.com
www.mswjake.com
Toronto
14 Prince Arthur Avenue
$80-$140
YesYes
Thursday evenings and Saturdays
NoYesYesYesYesYesYes
Supportive counselling and psychotherapy (as needed, with the understanding that this does not always suit the needs of certain folks). Systems-level analysis with regards to mental health, demystifying the idea that the problem is located within the individual.
No
A single or couple of steps, a working elevator, a grab bar to the side of the toilet in washroom, a scent free policy, a washroom designated as gender neutral
English
White, queer, gay & cisgender man.
Call the SHIFT intake line and request an appointment with Jake. 416-962-8255
I provide trauma- and attachment-informed, emotion-focused support. I provide a supportive environment for people looking to come out or process the results of coming out. I’ve also worked with a number of queer families and queer children/youth/adults.
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Jake Farr
PrivateMSW, RSW
905-420-8516
jakefarr@authenticselfcs.com
www.authenticselfcs.com
No catchement. Practice is in Durham
922 Vistula Drive, Pickering, ON L1W 2L5
$90/hr
Yes
Many insurances cover RSW's
Many openings
NoYesYesYesYesYesYes
Relational Talk Therapy, LGBTQ+ Affirming CBT, Inner child, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused
No
A washroom designated as gender neutral
EnglishQueer trans masculine
Phone, email direct or through website, psychology today, Find a Social Worker
I provide counselling with an anti-oppressive, trauma informed, person centered, body positive, sex positive, feminist and harm reduction lens
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Jen HorakPrivatehello@jenhorak.com
www.jenhorak.com
Toronto24 O'Hara Ave.
$100No
Yes, if provider covers RPs
Monday through Thursday, morning daytime and evening
Yes, 2 weeks
YesYesNoYesYesYes
Relational & Sensorimotor Therapy
No
A flight of stairs to the main entrance, a washroom designated as gender neutral
EnglishWhite, QueerEmail
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Jenn NeufeldPrivateMA, MEd, RP (Qualifying)
(519) 489-0405
jenn@jneufeldcounselling.com
www.jneufeldcounselling.com
Guelph, Kitchener-Waterloo, Cambridge and online counselling
55 Cork Street, Unit 206 Guelph, ON N1H 2W7
$100 for individual (50 min); $140 for relationship (80 min)
Yes
Extended health plans may have psychotherapy coverage
Thursday evenings and Saturdays; online counselling most weeknights
NoYesYesYesYesYesYes
Trauma-informed Psychotherapy for individuals and relationships (dyad, poly, adult family). Training in Narrative, EFT, EMDR, Strengths-Based and Solution-Focused therapies. Focus on working with trauma survivors and LGBTQ2SA+ folks; experience with depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse.
No
a working elevator, a grab bar to the side of the toilet in washroom, a scent-free policy
English
Queer, white, settler, cisgender female
Phone or email to arrange a free 20 minute consult or appointment
My approach is client-centred and collaborative - we work together to identify pressing concerns, try to understand the roots of those difficulties, and find creative ways to gain new perspective together. My counselling work is grounded in feminist and anti-oppressive practices, and my approach is queer positive, sex and kink positive, harm-reduction focused and body positive. I continually seek out ways to increase my understanding of intersectionality, privilege and sites of oppression.
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Jenn Seeley
Privatestudent therapist
416-931-7469
jenn@jennseeley.com
www.jennseeley.com
danforth/riverdale/leslieville/east york
211 Danforth Ave
$100YesPossibly- it varies
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday afternoons & evenings
yes, very short or often not existent
YesYesYesYesYesYes
relational talk therapy and expressive arts therapy
No
A flight of stairs to the main entrance, a washroom designated as gender neutral
Englishwhite, non-binary, queer, fat
email or call to inquire
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Jessica CleevePrivate(647) 496-3975
jessica.cleeve@gmail.com
https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/prof_detail.php?profid=291891&sid=1485357365.1914_1148&zipcode=M6K&search=m6k2n6&ref=3&tr=ResultsProfileBtn
Toronto
Comes directly to your home or works in community
$100-$120/hourYesYesNoneYesYesYesUnknown
I provide an anti-oppressive and eclectic approach, which will be driven by your needs and goals. It will be important to me that you feel safe and comfortable during your time of self-discovery.
I have years of experience working with individuals and families in addressing issues such as substance use, mental health issues and complex trauma. I have also provided a supportive and affirming role for children, youth and adults within the LGBTQ community.
No
Comes to your home or a community space
EnglishWhite & Queer
Call or email to book a free consultation
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Jodee McCawPrivate416 929 5851
jodeemccaw@gmail.com
http://www.jodeemccaw.ca/South Annex
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Karen Kugelmass
PrivateMSW416 898 9939
Karen.kugelmass@gmail.com
Karenkugelmass.com
I work near downsview station- I work with anyone who can get to that area to meet with me
701 Sheppard Ave west
$98Yes
Yes (if your insurance covers social workers with msws)
Evenings and weekends
Currently accepting new clients
YesYesNoNoNoYes
Counselling- psychodynamic and narrative with some cbt and mindfulness
No
A ramp that leads to the main entrance, a working elevator, a washroom designated as gender neutral
English
Cisfemale, queer, lesbian, Jewish, white, with lived experience eight mental health issues and chronic illness
Can book through website or contact me. I like to do an introductions phone call so clients can ask any questions they have, but it is not necessary.
Please feel free to ask me any questions you have.
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Karla Forgaard-Pullen
Private MSW RSW
1-705-879-7281
karlafp@kfpconsulting.ca
kfpconsulting.ca
Kawartha Lakes and North Durham
50 Mary St W, James St Entry, Lindsay ON
80Yes
Some insurances allow Social Workers with MSW
Tuesday to Friday. Thursday evenings.
2 weeks to first consultation
YesYesYesYesYesYes
Counseling, psychotherapy, online, in person, couples, parent/child, practical support with systems such as ODSP, courts.
No
A ramp that leads to the main entrance, a single or a couple of steps, access to ASL interpretation if needed
English
Settler, cis-gender lesbian socialist feminist
Call me or email me.
While we do not yet meet criteria for proper disability access, we have a flat entry, wide doors and a safe but ugly old washroom facility.
I have personal and professional experience with all the beautiful people who make up the Queer community. I hope I can be useful to those who are isolated, oppressed, conflicted, grieving, anxious....
I am available online as well as in person. I do a free 30 minute phone consult so you and I can decide if I am the right fit for your situation.
For those in transition, especially those who live outside Toronto, I have walked beside several people as they traverse that terrain.
Call me and let's talk.
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Katharine King
Private
Registered Psychotherapist
647 700 8610
kthrnking@gmail.com
www.kingpsychotherapy.com
Bloorcourt area & Chester/Danforth
823A Bloor west (main)
$110.00YesYes
Weekdays daytime/evening
NoYesYesYesYesYesYesNo
A flight of stairs to the main entrance, a washroom designated as gender neutral
English
white, cis female, queer/lesbian
Call or email. Initial 30 minute consultation available free of charge.
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Kim ShilsonPrivate647-404-5568http://www.insideoutpsych.ca/242-1560 Yonge St.
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Kurtiss Trowbridge
Private416-558-4681
kurtiss@allofyou.ca
https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/name/Kurtiss_Trowbridge_MA,OACCPP_Toronto_Ontario_273931
Greater Toronto Area
179 Carlton St (at Bleeker St)
100 per 50 min session
YesNot usually
Evenings and weekends (some daytime)
NoneYesYesYesYesYesNo
Shame, guilt, anxiety, depression, coming out, transitioning, relationship difficulties
Yes
a flight of stairs to the main entrance
English
cis-gender, caucasian, gay male
contact by phone or email to arrange a telephone consultation
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Lesley LustigPrivateRegistered Social Worker(416) 670-5206
http://nedic.ca/provider/9332-therapist-private-practice-lesley-lustig
3080 Yonge Street, Suite #2054
$135.00 per session
Specializes in eating disorders
Referral from: doctor, other service provider, or self
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Lila KnightonPrivate416-802-2152
lila@lilaknighton.com
http://www.lilaknighton.com/
46 Lakeview Avenue in Toronto, steps away from the Dundas streetcar line, just west of Ossington, and north on Lakeview.
$100/60minYes
I have some limited daytime availability during the week for new clients, and a waitlist for evening and weekend appointments.
I take a client-centered approach to each new counselling relationship, drawing on tools and strategies from integrative trauma therapy, emotion-focussed therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy and stress reduction techniques as appropriate to each client.
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Lindsay Elin
Private & through an organization
MSW, RSW
647-204-2047
lindsayelinMSW@gmail.com
http://lindsayelinpsychotherapy.com/GTA55 Eglinton Ave East
$120 for individual therapy & free
YesYes
mornings for private practice, office hours and some evenings at CTYS
On maternity leave 2018
YesYesYesYesYesYes
trauma-informed, attachment-focused, sensorimotor informed, mindfulness-informed
Yes
a working elevator, a washroom designated as gender neutral
EnglishWhite & Queer
see website for more information ; contact intake worker at CTYS www.ctys.org
I specialize in work around gender, sexual orientation, working with parents of trans youth, family therapy with LGBTQ+ families. I write second assessor letters for transition-related surgeries. My therapeutic lens is intersectional, harm reduction & sex positive. I'm on parental leave until at least summer/fall 2018.
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Mahboubeh KatiraiPrivateRP
(416) 691-3547 x1
mkatirai@therapist.net
http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/name/Mahboubeh_Katirai_PhD-ABT,MA,Sociolo,Certifi,_Toronto_Ontario_125052
Chester and Danforth
Chester and Danforth
120 to 140 dollars per hour
No
Some benefit plans of Sunlife, Greensheild, Mutual
Mondays
YesYesYesNoYesYesYesIndividual psychotherapy
No
A flight of stairs to the main entrance, a washroom designated as gender neutral, multi-lingual servies
Farsi, Dari, English
Woman of Colour Queer
Email
Anti oppression feminist approach. Eclectic in approaches mindfulness relational narrative
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Marco Posadas, MSW, RSW
Private416-725-2566
marcoposadas@yahoo.com
none
LGBT individuals and couples
192 Ontario Street, Toronto, ON M5A 2V5
$150.00Yes
Some extended benefit plans may cover them.
Weekdays
not at the moment.
YesYesYesYesYesYes
Long term psychodynamic psychotherapy from a sex-positive, anti-oppressive, harm-reduction, and strengths-based perspective.
No
A flight of stairs to the main entrance,
English and Spanish
Male, Gay, POC
phone or email.
I also provide clinical supervision and clinical consultation.
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Marika Heinrichs
PrivateMEd, CCC, RP647 458 4351
info@marikaheinrichs.com
www.marikaheinrichs.com
Toronto
717 Bloor St. W
$70-$120YesSome
Afternoons and evenings Tuesday-Thursday
NoneYesYesYesYesYesYesPsychotherapy, somaticsNo
a flight of stairs to the main entrance, a scent free policy
a washroom designated as gender neutral
English
White, queer, settler, cis gendered
Email to set up a phone consult or meet and greet.
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Marla Schreiber
PrivateMSW, RSW
(514) 714-3675
connect@marlaschreiber.com
Under construction for now.
Toronto (West End)
240 Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto, ON M6R 1M3
$100YesYes
Monday evenings, Wednesday mornings (Online or phone sessions in between)
YesYesYesYesYesYes
Sex positive individual, couple, constellation therapy (Consensual non-monogamy informed)
No
A flight of stairs to the main entrance, multi-lingual services, a grab bar to the side of the toilet in the washroom, a washroom designated as gender neutral
English, French
Queer, poly, feminist, white, chubby, cis-woman, able-bodied, spiritual, Jew-ish
Contact me via phone or email. I offer a free consultation to see if we are a good fit.
Hello, I’m Marla, a counsellor, coach, and facilitator. I’ve been designing and leading workshops about diversity, sexuality and relationships for 10 years. I have since expanded my practice to include relationship coaching and sex-positive therapy for individuals, couples, and constellations* of people engaged in a wide range of relationship formations.

My professional aim is to offer accessible, wholistic, non-judgmental services to people from diverse backgrounds and identities. My work is informed by anti-oppression, anti-racist, feminist, and harm-reduction philosophies. I aim to co-create respectful, safer spaces where peoples’ identities are understood within the framework of their own life experiences and social context.
(I know these buzzwords can feel overwhelming sometimes.
Please email or call and we can make sense of this together.)

My approach varies depending on the unique relationships and needs of the
person/people who collaborate with me. I tend to begin with a relational/talk based style and incorporate alternative techniques when applicable.
The best way to get a feel for my style is to call or message me for a free consultation:
connect@marlaschreiber.com (514) 714-3675

We might be a good fit if you’re looking for support in the areas of:
- Relationships
- Polyamory
- Consensual non-monogamy
- Sexuality
- Intimacy
- Identity
- Kink/BDSM
- Gender
- “Coming out”*
- Communication
- Life transitions
- Spirituality
- Anxiety
- Addictions

Credentials & Training:
2010: Bachelor of Arts in Human Relations and Sexuality Studies, Concordia University
2017: Master of Social Work, Wilfrid Laurier University
Registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

I aim to achieve attunement with others as a way to navigate organically between therapeutic techniques. The focus of every session is offering a supportive, empathetic space for self-expression and exploration. My training includes Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based therapies, Narrative Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Attachment work, Creative Arts Therapy, Sexual Health Education, and Reiki.


* Constellations refer to romantic and/or sexual relationship formations of more than 2 people.

* “Coming out” is a term that is often used to describe the process of beginning to share one’s sexual orientation with others. For those who are undergoing gender transformations, or people engaged in non-traditional relationship formations, “coming out” can be a similar process of sharing intimate parts of one’s private life with others. “Coming out” is often mistaken for something that happens once but can actually be a very complicated process for some, taking place over a long period of time. Some might say that “coming out” happens regularly throughout the lifespan.
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Michael CottrellPrivate
(416) 880-8124
michael@BHNow.cahttp://www.bhnow.ca/211 Danforth Avenue$110/50 minYes
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Michel'e BertrandPrivate416.939.0238
michelebertrand@rogers.com
http://bertrandcounselling.com/Christie Subway
$100 for 1 session of individual psychotherapy (60 minutes)
$150 for 1 session of relationship work (e.g. couples) (90 minutes)
Yes
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Michelle FischlerPrivate
(416) 564-2960
http://centraltorontotherapy.ca/?page_id=13
Carrot Common. 320 Danforth Ave. Chester Station
Monday- Friday
Depression, Stress, Low Self-Esteem, Crisis, Work-Related Stress, Bereavement, Grief and Loss, Personal and Career Changes, Transgender/Transexual Issues, Gender Dysphoria, Low Sexual Desire, Painful Intercourse, Orgasm Difficulties, Erectile Dysfunction, Rapid Ejaculation, Sexual Dissatisfaction, Sexual Intimacy after an Affair, Alternative Relationships, Non-Monogamy
Fill out online form: http://centraltorontotherapy.ca/?page_id=25
Free 15 minute over-the-phone consultation
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Mooky CherianPrivate
Registered Psychotherapist
416-846-6665
Mooky.cherian@gmail.com
Mookycherianpsychotherapy.com
Greater Toronto AreaBloor and Sherbourne
$90Yes
Some plans will cover RPs
Weekdays 9am-7pm
NoYesYesYesYesYesYes
Individual therapy & couples counseling
No
A working elevator and a washroom designated as Gender Neutral
English.......Phone
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Mt. Sinai
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Nadia Saad
Private647 939 6265
nadia.y.saad@gmail.com
nadiasaadcounselling.com
Toronto
3-50 Amherst Avenue, York, ON, M6E 1Z3
$50-120
Yes
If the insurer recognizes MSW accreditation
Mon, Tues, Wed, 11:30am - 7pm
NoneYesYesYesYesYesYes
Psychotherapy (trauma-informed, using Narrative, cognitive behavioral, and sensorimotor modalities and mindfulness).
No
a flight of stairs to the main entrance, a washroom designated as gender neutral

EnglishQueer, Arab woman
Just drop a note, email is best
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Nazbah Tom
PrivateM. A. Counseling
437-580-4614
nazbahtomcp@gmail.com
www.nazbahtom.com
Downtown Toronto
204 Spadina Avenue
$70-$140YesNo
Mondays 3:00pm-9:00pm & Fridays 9:00am-3:00pm
NoneYesYesYesYesYesNoSomatic bodyworkNo
A flight of stairs to the main entrance, a single or couple steps, a scent free policy, a washroom designated as gender neutral
English, Navajo
Diné queer
Use Book Now link http://sixdegreeshealth.ca/book-now/
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Oren Gonzlangonzlanpsych.com
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Orlando Frizado
PrivateMSW, RSW
647 799-3667
orlando@orlandofrizado.com
orlandofrizado.com
Greater Toronto Area
400 Dupont Street, Toronto M5R 1V9
$130/50 minutes
No
Check with your provider to see if social work sessions are covered. In addition, you may claim the cost of sessions as a deductible medical expense.
Afternoons through evenings
NoYesYesYesYesYesYes
psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, Mindfulness, grief, relational
No
A flight of stairs to the main entrance, multi-lingual services, a washroom designated as gender neutral
English, French
European, Male, queer
call or email. Initial consult at no charge
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Parkdale CHCCommunity Health Centre
416.537.2455, ext 222.
http://www.pchc.on.ca/programs-services/health-services.html
1229 Queen Street West
Free; OHIP is not required to receive counselling services.
Free
Mon, Tues, Thurs: 9AM - 8PM, Weds: 9AM-12PM, 3PM-8PM Fri: 9AM - 5PM, Saturday 10AM-1PM
Primary Healthcare, Asthma Education, Chiropody, Counselling and Therapy Services, Diabetes management, Naturopathy, Psychiatry, Physiotherapy, Acupuncture drop-in
Call and talk to reception; Appointments are available on a weekly, bi-weekly, drop-in, or as needed basis. Length of counselling is determined on a case-by-case basis.

Referrals can be made from other community agencies, health professionals, or by the individual.
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Pat DurishPrivate
patdurish@gmail.com
http://www.patdurish.com/Yes
trauma
relationships
grief
depression
anxiety
stress
addiction
sexuality and gender identity (LGBTQ)
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Planned Parenthood Toronto (PPT)Community Health Centre
(416) 961-0113
http://ppt.on.caage 13-29
36 Prince Arthur Ave St. George Station
FreeYesYesYesYesYesYes
IUD clinic. Birth Control. Hormone provision. General wellness. Pregnancy. Sexual education. Counselling
Yes
Flights of stairs. Not wheelchair accessible. Low scent.
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Queen West Community Health CentreCommunity Health Centre
416-703-8480 ext. 400
http://www.ctchc.com/site_qw/programs.html
168 Bathurst stFreeFreeYes
Group and indidividual counselling
Call and talk to receptionist to make appointment
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Rahim ThawerPrivate416-904-9721
Rahim@affectiveconsult.ca
affectiveconsult.ca
Toronto
179 Carlton Street $90Yes
Possibly (Registered Social Worker)
1-3 weeks
YesYesYesYesYesYes
"Cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic therapy, Experience working with substance use, body image issues and HIV-related concerns

"
No
a washroom designed as gender neutral
English
Gay/Queer, South Asian, Muslim
Short phone consultation
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Ricky VarghesePrivateMSW, PhD, RSW
(416) 508 2523
ricky.r.varghese@gmail.com
http://rickyvarghese.orgYonge/Bloor area
1410-100 Hayden Street, Toronto, ON
$100.00-$150.00
YesYesFlexibleNoneYesYesYesYesYesYes
Psychotherapy and counselling for individuals, couples, and families
No
A ramp that leads to the main entrance, a working elevator, automatically opening doors, a scent-free policy, a washroom designated as gender neutral
EnglishSouth asian, cis-male, queer
Email is preferred and promptly responded to.
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Sean FreyPrivate647-464-5892
sean.frey.therapy@gmail.com
seanfreytherapy.com179 Carlton St.$80/60 min
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Shannon Collins
Private416-465-7614
Therapy.collins@gmail.com
Shannoncollins1.wordpress.com
Toronto320 Danforth Ave.
$110YesSocial Worker
Mon-Fri day times and limited evenings
NoneYesYesNoYesNoYes
Psychotherapy with individuals
No
A washroom designated as gender neutral
Englishqueer, white woman
Emailing is best to set up a phone consult then we decide if we should proceed to a first session
Trained in Trauma therapy, Narrative, mindfulness, CBT
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Shauna Lancit
PrivateDipTirp (Candidate), PhD
416-912-4807
shaunalancit@gmail.com
www.shaunalancit.com
Dupont and Spadina
344 Dupont Street
$100Yes
If you have coverage for RPs
Weekdays daytime
Short wait list for reduced fee clients.
YesYesYesYesYesYesPersonal psychotherapy
Yes
A ramp that leads to the main entrance, a working elevator
EnglishQueer, Lesbian
Contact by email for more information
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Shay Erlich
Private416-577-2481
shay@shayerlich.com
http://www.shayerlich.com
North America (Virtual Practice) Toronto (In person)
N/A$80/hr
YesNo
Currently Available for daytime, evening or weekend appointments
NoneYesYesNoYesYesYes
Chronic Illness/Disability/Deafness Advocacy and Case Management
Nomulti-lingual services
American Sign Language, English
White, Queer, Genderqueer, Multiply Disabled, Hard of Hearing
I have a virtual practice so most sessions are conducted through Skype, Within Toronto I am also willing to meet in person to provide services in home or in a comfortable location for both of us. I'm currently trying to work on a system to have funded sessions available for marginalized people who can't afford a sliding scale rate.
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Sheila BanerjeePrivate647-859-9160
mindful.approach@gmail.com
http://sheilabanerjee.vpweb.com/Dundas W. & Bloor100/sessionYes
feelings of depression and low self-worth, anxiety
healing from experiences of trauma and abuse (in childhood or adulthood)
relationships and intimacy
disordered eating and body image
polyamory and non-monogamy
questions related to sexual orientation and gender identity
substance use / addiction
pregnancy options and emotional impacts of abortion
behaviours that feel compulsive, such as over-shopping, shoplifting, fraud and gambling
impacts of societal oppressions, such as racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, ageism and sizeism
QTPOCFree 20 minute consult
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Sherbourne Health CentreCommunity Health Centre(416) 324-4180http://sherbourne.on.ca/
333 Sherbourne St. 75 bus to Sherbourne & Carlton. 506 Streetcar to Sherbourne St.
Free!Yes
Counselling. Psychiatry (for regular clients). Hormones.
YesCall (416) 324-4180.
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Silvana BazetPrivate416-535-5705
silvanabazet@hushmail.com
http://silvanabazet.comBloor & Christie
$110/60 minutes
Yes10am-4pmYes
lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, genderqueer, transgender and transsexual adults and their family members, as well as people from racialized and immigrant communities, including adult children of immigrants
Not wheelchair accessible. Flight of stairs. Speaks Spanish
QTPOC
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Six Degrees Health
http://sixdegreeshealth.ca/practitioners-homepage/counselling-psychotherapy-practitioners/
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Sly SarkisovaPrivate
slysarkisova@gmail.com
http://www.slysarkisovacounselling.com/"central toronto"
$100/hour individual $135/hour families
YesYesYesYesYes
Trauma informed individual and family counselling specializing in Mental Health, Addiction, Trauma and LGBTTQ2SI.
email at: slysarkisova@gmail.com
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Sonny BerensonPrivate
sonnyberenson@gmail.com
sonnyberenson.wordpress.com240 Roncesvalles$100/hourYessomemon-thursyesYesYesYesYesYesYes
Relational and sensorimotor therapy
No
flight of stairs to get to office, gender neutral washrooms
English
Queer & Trans, ashkenazi jew, white immigrant,
email
All of the work I do is rooted in social and disability justice and I aim to provide a sex positive, anti-oppressive, feminist framework & space. I welcome and celebrate, all folks and the varying ways we are in the world, various sexualities and genders, lived experiences within/outside of mental health, sex workers and drug users/ex-users.
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St. Mike's
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Susan Tarshis
Private416-820-9752
Susan@susantarshis.ca
Www.susantarshis.ca
Milton
410 Bronte Street South, Milton, On, L9T4G7
120YesYesFull time
Full timeYesYesYesYesYesYesIndividual Counselling
No
a washroom designated as gender neutral
EnglishCis Jewish female queer
Call or email
Registered Psychotherapist
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Tara McKeePrivate416.476.1195
mckeetara@gmail.com
http://www.taramckee.com/
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Terri-Lynn LangdonPrivate
Master of Social Work, RSW
(647)-520-2558
terri.lynn.langdon@gmail.com
https://www.theravive.com/therapists/terri-lynn-langdon.aspx
anywhere
392 Sherbourne Street
85-100
Yes
Yes, however it is insurance provider dependent
Monday and Sunday all day.
Not typicallyYesYesYesYesYesYes
Counselling and Case Management, I use a variety of counselling theories to be of help.
No
A ramp that leads to the main entrance
English
White, Cis-Female, Bi-Sexual, member of the disAbility community
Call or email
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The 519 Community CentreCommunity Health Centre
416.392.6878 Ext. 4000
http://www.the519.org/programs/community-counselling
519 Church StFreeFree1-2 monthsYesYesYes
Call or email at counselling@the519.org
A Volunteer Counsellor will see you up to 6 times. If longer term counselling or a group would be helpful,
you will be referred to an affordable service.
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The Living Institute Student Clinic
http://www.livinginstitute.org/living-institute-student-clinic
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Tobie MarvenPrivateRP647 745 4220
tobiemarvencounselling@gmail.com
www.tobiemarvencounselling.com
Toronto
717 Bloor st W
$110NoSome
Tuesdays afternoon and evening, Friday afternoons
NoneYesYesYesYesYesYes
psychotherapy, DBT, LGBTQ postive
No
A flight of stairs to the main entrance, a washroom designated as gender neutral
Englishwhite non binary queer
email or use contact form on website for free phone consult
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Tony CorvusPrivate(647) 746-8919
antoncorvus@icloud.com
https://interwovensouls.ca$90/hourFull-time students qualify for 15% discount
Transpersonal, or Spiritual, Counselling is unlike conventional therapy; ‘trans’ literally means ‘beyond,’ and we work with you being beyond solely a physical being, instead treating you as an eternal spiritual entity that is having a human experience in order to experience challenges,to overcome them, and to grow.
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Toronto Institute of Relational Psychotherapy (TIRP)
Individual student and graduate psychotherapists are listed here: http://www.tirp-lowcost-therapy.ca/
http://www.tirp.ca/therapy.htmlVaried.$20-$40Yes
Individual. Couples. Relational Therapy.
Visit the website and contact a student or graduate therapist via their listed email address or phone number.
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Toronto Rape Crisis CentreOrganization416-597-1171crisis@trccmwar.ca
http://trccmwar.ca/our-services/counselling/
FreeFreeYesYesYes
Peer support service. We believe that you are the expert in your healing and our trained counsellors will help you explore possible options, safety plan, navigate other systems, set goals and learn healthy coping strategies on the road to recovery.

YesFrench, Spanish
To book an appointment to meet with a counsellor, call our business office at 416-597-1171.
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Umbrella Mental Health
Organization
varies between therapists, psychologists, social workers, and psychotherapists
647.687.6543info@umhn.ca
http://www.umhn.ca/
Toronto
691 Bloor St. West, Suite 202 (but associates work out of a variety of spaces in toronto)
$150 for individuals, $175 for couples, some sliding scale spaces available with some associates
Yes
if you have insurance, you can request the kind of therapist your insurance covers
VaryingNoneYesYesYesYesYesYes
therapy, psychotherapy, counselling
No
A flight of stairs to the main entrance, a washroom designated as gender neutral
English
variable across network. at this time the team is mostly but not exclusively white
contact info@umhn to speak to the coordinator and choose the right therapist to meet your needs
all therapists are queer or trans identified, and working with queer and trans communities.
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Val Takeda QPOCPrivate(647) 220-4970
https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/name/Valerie_Tamiko_Takeda_MSW,RSW_Toronto_Ontario_111470
100 Granby Street
Toronto, Ontario Canada M5B 1J1
110No
trauma, shame, depression, anxiety, or low-self esteem, or have concerns about relationships, intimacy and setting healthy boundaries. Offers individual and couples therapy.
Works with issues resulting from violence (childhood and/or adulthood) and other oppression. Therapist is a queer woman of colour, experienced with sexual orientation, gender identity, and race/racism.A pproach is sex-positive and applicable to monogamous, non-monogamous and polyamourous relationships.
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Vanessa Giordano
Private416-562-6329
info@fullcircletherapytoronto.com
www.fullcircletherapytoronto.com
Spadina & Richmond St W.
401 Richmond Street W.
$90YesNo
Monday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
NoneYesYesYesYesNoNoRelational therapy
No
a flight of stairs to the main entrance
a ramp that leads to the main entrance, a working elevator, a grab bar to the side of the toilet in the washroom
Englishqueer white cis-woman
Email/Phone to set up an appointment
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