Stress therapists in Casa Loma, ON
Browse Stress therapists in Casa Loma, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Ekta Abhay Lather
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
Stress is a natural response to the demands and pressures of life, and it can manifest in various ways, both physically and emotionally. Common triggers include work, relationships, financial challenges, and major life changes. While occasional stress can be beneficial in motivating individuals to take action, chronic stress can lead to serious health issues, including anxiety, depression, and physical ailments such as headaches and digestive problems. Recognizing the signs of stress is crucial for managing its impact. Effective coping strategies may include practicing mindfulness, engaging in physical activity, maintaining healthy social connections, and prioritizing self-care. By identifying stressors and implementing healthy coping mechanisms, individuals can enhance their resilience and improve their overall quality of life.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Casa Loma, ON
Online in Casa Loma, ON
Sierra Gaudreault
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Stress can show up in many ways. Perhaps you are distracted by racing thoughts, having difficulty relaxing or feeling completely debilitated by burnout. I use evidence-based strategies to help you learn how to not get swallowed in worry, feel present in your life again, recover from burnout and support you in making long-term changes to reduce your stress.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Casa Loma, ON
Online in Casa Loma, ON
Cimberly R Nesker
Registered Psychotherapist, B.A., MSc., PG Dip, CCC, CRPO
Providing space to discuss and understand stress and stressers, as well as providing tools to help manage stress in the moment.
18 Years Experience
In-Person Near Casa Loma, ON
Online in Casa Loma, ON
Franklynn Bartol
Pre-Licensed Professional, RP (Qualifying), MSc, MA
While stress typically constricts our experiences, one aim of therapy is to find more freedom—to feel, connect, think, and act with more freedom and agency in your life. Oftentimes, there are unconscious narratives or patterns underlying our stress, making it hard to get unstuck. Stress is typically rooted in a mixture of external and internal pressures that can be hard to untangle alone. Stress symptoms may even be masking other emotions or needs. Talking with someone who's curious and attuned to the fullness of your experiences can reveal some of this. My hope is that this leads to alleviated and more manageable experiences of stress. It may also shift how you approach and make sense of your daily life.
In working with you around stress, I'll want to understand your unique experiences—including what helps or doesn't help. We all register and respond to stress differently. You may feel panicked, anxious, overwhelmed, shut down, numb, or burnt out. Stress might be impacting your sleep or making you physically ill. You might seem to thrive on stress—it spurs you into productivity!—but feel it takes a toll or keeps you from experiencing life more fully. As someone who works relationally, I'll be especially attuned to how stress comes up in your relationships, including your relationship with yourself.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Casa Loma, ON
Online in Casa Loma, ON
Vaughan Counselling and Psychotherapy o/a Zormin Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RP(Q), RSW, C.Psych., C.Psych.Assoc., ND
Chronic stress can take a toll on both mental and physical health, impacting daily life and overall well-being. Therapists at VCP specialize in helping individuals identify the sources of their stress and develop effective coping strategies tailored to their unique situations. Through a combination of mindfulness techniques, cognitive restructuring, and practical tools, they empower clients to manage their stress, enhance resilience, and foster a greater sense of balance and calm in their lives.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Casa Loma, ON
Online in Casa Loma, ON
Chris Pankewich, Registered Psychotherapist – Toronto Therapy for Anxiety, Addiction, Relationships & Men’s Emotional Resilience
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (RP), Masters of Counselling Psychology (MACP)
Assessing clients for present life stressors is one of the first things I do in therapy sessions. It is vital to ensure we are aware of our current stressors as they can come from diverse areas, and also how to know when those stress levels are pushing us too far. Working with present life stressors can be one of the most functional forms of therapy because they are usually tangible (our current relationships, our current work or school demands, financial realities, health issues etc.). The path to healing and recovery involves learning healthy coping mechanisms to learn how to reduce the impact of stress on the mind, body, and soul, while also starting to take ownership of how to solve the necessary problems to remove the stressors from our lives. Schedule a free consultation with me to see if we are a good fit.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Casa Loma, ON
Online in Casa Loma, ON
Transforming Emotions
Psychologist
While a mild stress response can often help us perform at our best, too much stress can paralyze us leaving us unable to think clearly or perform well. It can also be exhausting, and prolonged high stress can contribute to illness. If you are unable to rest, to slow down, or to 'recharge your battery,' of if stress is negatively impacting your relationships with loved ones, you may benefit from working with a therapist to identify the variables that keep your nervous system in high gear. At Transforming Emotions, we will help you to discover how both your present environment, present circumstances and past experiences may be contributing to your pattern of stress. We will help you to prepare to make changes in your life to find more balance within the framework of your goals and values. Contact us today to help us match you with the therapist best qualified to help you with your unique circumstances.
19 Years Experience
In-Person Near Casa Loma, ON
Online in Casa Loma, ON
Nora Taylor, MA, RP
Registered Psychotherapist, Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology 1994
When stress goes unnoticed or pushed down in our psyche; it tends to become more intense. It requires that we be conscious of and face what is happening. That in itself can change it. Two resources for this is Elissa Epel; The Stress Prescription.
32 Years Experience
In-Person Near Casa Loma, ON
Online in Casa Loma, ON
Centre for Psychology and Emotional Health
Psychologist
Our therapists work with clients to help them manage stress and a wide range of psychological and emotional concerns.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near Casa Loma, ON
Online in Casa Loma, ON
Azin Heydari
Registered Psychotherapist, RP; MA
Stress lives in the nervous system as much as in the mind. I help clients identify what activates them and develop strategies for grounding, emotional steadiness, and more precise boundaries. Sessions focus on restoring balance and building long-term resilience.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Casa Loma, ON
Online in Casa Loma, ON
Stress therapists in Casa Loma, ON Statistics
Stress therapists in Casa Loma, ON average 11 years of experience and charge around $175 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (78%), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (55%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (54%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$175
Accept insurance
79%
Offer sliding scale
63%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 64% |
In Person and Online |
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| 36% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 78% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 55% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 54% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 51% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 49% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 44% | Narrative Therapy |
| 41% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Teen |
| 55% | Senior |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 30% | Christian |
| 28% | Persons with Disabilities |