Black / African American therapists in Kensington-Chinatown, ON
Browse Black / African American therapists in Kensington-Chinatown, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Serving Black / African American
Dr. Devina Daya
Psychologist, Ph.D., C. Psych
*Contact for a no cost 15-minute Consultation* Welcome! I’m a Clinical Psychologist passionate about helping clients overcome anxiety, overthinking, low mood, and relationship stress. My approach blends evidence-based strategies with flexible, reflective therapy to build confidence, improve communication, and support lasting growth. With over a decade of academic training, including a Doctorate from the University of Toronto, I bring a strong foundation of expertise to my practice. My goal is to provide the tools, strategies, and supportive guidance clients need to overcome obstacles, enhance self-understanding, and grow into stronger, more confident versions of themselves.
Email: info@mytherapyclinic.ca
Phone: (437) 747-8713
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Kensington-Chinatown, ON
Online in Kensington-Chinatown, ON
Serving Black / African American
Aliya Amarshi
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD (Sociology)
I offer warm, attuned, and inclusive online therapy for adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, and the complexities of identity, family, and work. My approach integrates Gestalt, IFS (parts work), and somatic strategies to support nervous system regulation and deeper self-understanding. I hold space for the full range of your experience—without judgment—and tailor our work to what feels most supportive and effective for you. Healing, to me, is not just personal—it’s also a step toward creating a more compassionate world.
6 Years Experience
Online in Kensington-Chinatown, ON (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Kirsty Matthews
Counsellor/Therapist, MA CCC
I provide a compassionate, non-judgemental space for you to freely express yourself and explore your challenges. I take a collaborative, client-centred approach to therapy and I will work with you to develop a unique treatment plan that meets your individual needs. My goal as a therapist is to facilitate your healing and growth by helping you to rediscover your own innate strengths.
6 Years Experience
Online in Kensington-Chinatown, ON (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Manisha Grewal
Counsellor/Therapist, BA (Hons), MA, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Do you tend to replay past events in your mind over and over, and spiral into worries about the future? Do you struggle with boundaries, people-pleasing, or relationships, causing you to "overgive" to others while abandoning your own needs? Many people describe feeling like they’re moving through life on autopilot — weighed down by overthinking, low mood, or the pressure to keep everyone else happy. You might notice people-pleasing tendencies, difficulty maintaining boundaries, or a pattern of overgiving that leaves you drained, ungrounded, and disconnected from yourself. Here, you’ll find a warm, calm space where your feelings are validated and your voice genuinely matters. Together, we’ll engage in meaningful, deep processing work, explore what's fuelling your distress, and gently uncover the deeper experiences and patterns shaping your emotional world. Alongside this, we’ll build practical tools to regulate your nervous system and ease your symptoms in the present, helping you reconnect with a more empowered, resilient, and self-aware version of yourself. I bring the richness of three cultures, four languages, and the lived experience of being both a first- and third-generation immigrant. My background in the medical field also allows me to integrate physiological and psychological insight. These parts of who I am allow me to deeply empathize with the immigrant journey across generations, as well as the ways culture, family expectations, and identity can shape mental health. No matter your background or story, I aim to meet you with genuine understanding, respect, and compassion. I am a proud ally to LGBTQIA2S+ and BIPOC communities and offer inclusive, compassionate care for all backgrounds and lived experiences. If what I’ve shared resonates, we may be a good fit. If you're curious about working together, let's start with a free, no-pressure 30-min video consultation, where we can connect and chat in a calm, relaxed space.
✨ Evening and weekend appointments available
✨ Free 30-minute consultation to get started
2 Years Experience
Online in Kensington-Chinatown, ON (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Aelea Syed
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
Everyone has unique lived experiences which impact how one views themselves and the world around them. Regardless of your experiences and what you may be going through, I aim to create a safe and non-judgemental space for you to share your life story and work collaboratively to discover or rediscover your values and meaning in life. As a Registered Psychotherapist, one of my key passions is to help people discover their inner strengths and foster positive growth. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, grief, trauma-related experiences, identity exploration, relationship challenges, and various life and role transitions. I have experience supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds, including members of BIPOC communities, and approach my work through a culturally responsive and anti-oppressive lens.
I draw from integrative therapeutic techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindful Self-Compassion, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. My approach to therapy is compassionate and culturally sensitive and I strive to encourage a supportive environment to reach a place of healing and growth.
Taking the first step to reaching out can be difficult so I want to thank you for taking this step and beginning this journey towards healing. I hope to support you and make this process as comfortable as I can. Don't hesitate to contact me for a free consultation.
5 Years Experience
Online in Kensington-Chinatown, ON (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Ashley Bargent Coaching & Counselling
Registered Social Worker, Associate Certified Coach, ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider MSW, RSW, ACC, ADHD-CCSP
Work is draining the joy from your life. Your confidence is dropping and you’re not sure about this career anymore. Every workday, it’s harder to get out of bed. You’ve considered changing jobs but are scared you’re the problem. The idea of change feels overwhelming because you overthink and don’t know where to start. You long for a job where your strengths will shine and you can live up to your potential. But you aren’t sure if you’ll ever find a place where you belong, especially if you’re grappling with ADHD.
11 Years Experience
Online in Kensington-Chinatown, ON (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Romana Hrivnakova
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, RCC
Many of the adults I work with feel stuck in patterns shaped by complex trauma and early relationships. You may notice this showing up as persistent anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or relationship cycles that feel difficult to break—even when you intellectually understand them.
Together, we gently explore the roots of these patterns and how they developed. As these survival strategies begin to make sense, you can move toward a greater sense of clarity, internal stability, and a more compassionate way of relating to yourself and others.
11 Years Experience
Online in Kensington-Chinatown, ON (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Nathan Kretzschmar
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Finding your way back to a sense of balance, clarity, and inner steadiness is not always easy. Life can feel painful, confusing, or overwhelming at times, especially when you are carrying anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, grief, identity questions, or major life transitions.
In therapy, I see our work as collaborative. You are the expert on your own life and story, while I bring clinical training, curiosity, and experience to help us better understand what you are facing. My approach is person-centred, trauma-informed, and grounded in mindfulness. I integrate approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CBT, MBCT, EMDR, CBT-I, and the Unified Protocol when appropriate.
I do not see mental health as the absence of painful thoughts or emotions. Difficult experiences are part of being human. What often matters is how we relate to those experiences and whether we can still move toward a life that feels meaningful, connected, and aligned with our values.
My hope is to offer a grounded, nonjudgmental space where you can feel understood as a whole person, not simply a collection of symptoms or problems. Together, we can work toward greater self-understanding, emotional steadiness, and meaningful change.
13 Years Experience
Online in Kensington-Chinatown, ON (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Christina Rambhajue-Spark Relief Counseling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Life today can feel overwhelming, especially when stress and uncertainty seem to follow you everywhere. If you’re a Millennial or part of Gen Z, I hear you. It can feel like you’re carrying the weight of the world alone. I’m here to help you navigate the challenges of modern life so you can feel more balanced, confident, and deeply connected to who you are and what truly matters.
4 Years Experience
Online in Kensington-Chinatown, ON (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Bhavna Lalwani
Registered Psychotherapist, MA Counselling, RP
My journey into this field is deeply personal. Having lived with anxiety, navigated grief, and taken on caregiving responsibilities early in life, I became committed to understanding mental health not only intellectually but in ways that could support genuine coping and healing.
I understand what it can feel like to be stuck, lost, or caught in what seems like an endless loop of discouragement and emotional fatigue. These experiences have shaped the empathy and perspective I bring to my work.
Through my work with individuals from diverse cultural and personal backgrounds, I have come to believe that human resilience is universal. Even in the most difficult circumstances, people find ways to endure and move forward. As a therapist, my goal is to support you in rediscovering your inner strength—helping you find clarity, reconnect with yourself, and rebuild a sense of hope and trust in your path forward.
15 Years Experience
Online in Kensington-Chinatown, ON (Online Only)
Black / African American therapists in Kensington-Chinatown, ON Statistics
Black / African American therapists in Kensington-Chinatown, ON average 12 years of experience and charge around $174 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (87%), Depression (86%), and Loss or Grief (74%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$174
Accept insurance
80%
Offer sliding scale
71%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 66% |
In Person and Online |
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| 34% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 87% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 86% | Depression |
| 74% | Loss or Grief |
| 74% | Stress |
| 73% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 71% | Self Esteem |
| 63% | Anger Management |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 71% | Teen |
| 69% | Senior |
| 29% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Black / African American |
| 92% | Women |
| 85% | LGBTQ+ |
| 79% | Men |
| 74% | Christian |