In-Person in Toronto, ON M4G 3A6
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland And Labrador, Nunavut, Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan
Reaching out to explore therapy options can be an overwhelming leap of faith. I truly see and support your courage, and want you to know this is a safe place where your story, your feelings, your fears, and your hopes are treated with compassion, respect, and support.
I welcome the opportunity to work you individually, or as a couple, with whatever challenges and fears you are carrying or facing. My special areas of focus include trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges and low self-esteem. I use therapies such as EMDR, CBT, Somatic Therapy, DBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Gottman, Narrative.
I understand the importance of feeling trust and safety with a therapist before making a decision to begin counselling. Please reach out today to schedule a free 20 minute consult with me. I look forward to connecting soon.
I offer virtual therapy across Canada 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM (M-F) & in person therapy in midtown Toronto on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Languages: English, Japanese
Treatment Approach
- Biopsychosocial Therapy Takes into account biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health. It looks at the whole person, not just symptoms.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Combines mindfulness practices with CBT to prevent depression relapse. It helps people notice thoughts without judgment and respond more calmly.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
Education & Credentials
Alison O'Brien-Moran BGS, ND, RP (Qualifying)
- Female
- License # 17298
- Licensed in ON
- Practicing Since 2003
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $160
- Accepts Insurance
- I provide receipts with my registration number and details for reimbursement.
Alison O'Brien-Moran Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Toronto, ON M4G 3A6
- Available Online for residents of Multiple Canadian Provinces Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland And Labrador, Nunavut, Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan