Obesity therapists in Toronto, Ontario ON, Canada CA
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Shannon Kane
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist, and Counsellor RP, C.R.P.O, H.B.A, M.A.C.P
Struggling with body image, emotional eating, or self-esteem related to weight can be an emotional burden. I provide a non-judgmental and compassionate approach to help clients explore the underlying emotional connections to food, self-worth, and body image. Using self-compassion therapy, somatic awareness, and cognitive restructuring, I work with individuals to shift unhelpful thought patterns, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and cultivate self-acceptance. My goal is to help clients separate self-worth from appearance, build confidence, and foster a positive relationship with their body and overall well-being.
9 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Modern Mind Therapy, Mackenzie Fournier
Registered Psychotherapist, BSocSc, MACP, RP
I support clients struggling with weight-related concerns, emotional eating, and the mental and emotional patterns that make change feel difficult. Therapy focuses on reducing shame, understanding behaviors around food, and building sustainable habits that support both physical and emotional wellbeing.
3 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Stacey Ramsay-Bawden
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I support clients in addressing obesity with a holistic, compassionate approach, focusing on sustainable lifestyle changes, emotional well-being, and building healthy habits without judgment or quick fixes.
2 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Brian Baumal
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (RP)
I lost 100lbs and currently kept it off for eight years (I started August 15, 2012). I remember at my heaviest weight, I wanted to talk to someone who had been there, done that & understood I so badly wanted to change and my frustration at not changing. I wanted someone who could quiet my mind when it worried about my weight and help me gain control of my body and life. I know what it's like to start losing weight, only to abandon the effort shortly thereafter. If you repeat that pattern and put your health and quality of life at risk, then you likely feel that there are issues that need to be addressed psychologically - I can help!
I find people struggling with obesity to keep saying "how will this time be different", or "I am sick and tired of being sick and tired" or "Why am I deliberately ruining my health." Those struggling with obesity have these thoughts going through their head constantly, and even obsessively. My goal in therapy is to use my own experience of successful weight loss, the latest medical theories of obesity and a good solid approach to therapy to address these issues.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M4M 2S3
Online in Toronto, ON Ontario
Shelley Murphy, Food & Body Image Hypnotherapist
Hypnotherapist, BASc, Former RD
Shelley brings a rare combination of expertise as a former registered dietitian turned hypnotherapist. Most people who struggle with their weight already know what foods support health, what habits they “should” be doing and what hasn’t worked before. And yet, emotions trigger overeating, motivation fades, all-or-nothing thinking takes over and shame leads to giving up. This isn’t failure; it’s how the subconscious mind works. Patterns like emotional eating, cravings, and self-sabotage operate below conscious awareness. That’s why insight alone often isn’t enough. Hypnotherapy works by shifting the subconscious patterns that drive behaviour. Rather than forcing change through discipline, Shelley's non-diet approach with hypnotherapy helps your system feel safe enough to respond differently by calming the nervous system, interrupting automatic habit loops, strengthening internal cues of trust and regulation, and reducing the emotional charge around food and weight. So change becomes less effortful, and more sustainable.
3 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Therapedia Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
At Therapedia Centre, we offer psychotherapy and art therapy for individuals struggling with obesity in Toronto, North York, East York, and Yorkville. Our therapists take a compassionate, holistic approach that addresses both the emotional and behavioral factors behind weight concerns. Using Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Art Therapy, clients learn to identify emotional triggers for overeating, develop healthier coping strategies, and build self-acceptance. We focus on improving body image, motivation, and lifestyle balance, helping clients cultivate sustainable habits and a positive relationship with food, body, and self.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M4K 3T2
Online in Toronto, ON Ontario
The Cohen Clinic
Psychologist, Psy.D.
With over 25 years of experience in healthcare, Anet Mor brings a uniquely integrated perspective to mental and physical well-being. Holding a Master’s in Counselling Psychology from Athabasca University, she is both a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) and a Registered Dietitian (RD) — a combination that allows her to address the deep connection between emotional health and nutrition.
Anet specializes in disordered eating, mental health challenges, and relational issues, offering clients a compassionate, evidence-based approach that supports healing from the inside out. Guided by the principles of Health at Every Size (HAES), she promotes self-compassion, body acceptance, and sustainable well-being rather than restrictive or perfectionistic ideals.
As a member of both the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and the College of Dietitians of Ontario, Anet is dedicated to helping clients rebuild their relationship with food, their bodies, and themselves — fostering lasting balance, confidence, and peace of mind.
14 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Jennifer Morley
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, BSc, BA, CCPA
We provide compassionate therapy for individuals navigating obesity and weight-related concerns. Our approach centres emotional wellbeing, self-compassion, and understanding the psychological and behavioural factors that influence health and change.
3 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Rebecca Goldstein, TuneinTherapy, ADHD | Trauma | Autism
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, MTA, BMT, FAMI
Weight and obesity are often treated as simple issues of willpower, discipline, or appearance — but in reality, they can be deeply connected to trauma, neurodivergence, chronic pain, emotional regulation, burnout, hormones, shame, medical experiences, sensory needs, and the exhausting pressure of constantly feeling judged or “not enough.”
My approach goes beyond shame, blame, or generic advice. Together, we explore the deeper patterns that may be impacting your relationship with food, movement, motivation, self-worth, and your body while working toward more compassionate, realistic, and sustainable change.
This work is not just about weight. It is about understanding yourself more fully, reducing shame, reconnecting with your needs, and building a life and relationship with your body that feels more supportive, meaningful, and workable.
12 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Ekta Abhay Lather
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Obesity is a complex health condition characterized by excessive body fat that can negatively impact overall well-being. It is often measured using the Body Mass Index (BMI), which considers weight in relation to height. Obesity can lead to various health issues, including diabetes, heart disease, and joint problems, and is influenced by a combination of genetic, environmental, and behavioral factors. Addressing obesity involves a multifaceted approach that includes healthy eating, regular physical activity, and behavioral changes. It's important to promote understanding and compassion, as individuals facing obesity may encounter stigma and misinformation. Supportive environments and resources can empower individuals to make positive lifestyle changes and improve their health.
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M6C
Online in Toronto, ON Ontario
Bhavna Lalwani
Registered Psychotherapist, MA Counselling, RP
Struggling with weight or obesity can affect not only physical health but also emotional wellbeing, self-esteem, and daily life. It can be accompanied by feelings of frustration, guilt, or shame, and sometimes it feels like efforts to change aren’t enough.
In therapy, I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to explore your relationship with your body, food, and habits. Together, we focus on developing healthier coping strategies, building self-compassion, and creating sustainable approaches that support both your emotional and physical wellbeing.
15 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Bridges Clinical Hypnotherapy Services
Hypnotherapist
If you are having challenges in this area, hypnosis is a safe and effective way to successfully overcome this issue. One of the many interventions, Bridges Clinical Hypnotherapy uses is the virtual gastric band program which has been found to be extremely successful for achieving weight management.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M4P 1G8
Online in Toronto, ON Ontario
Toronto is one of the most multicultural cities in the world, and its therapy landscape reflects this extraordinary diversity, with practitioners representing hundreds of cultural backgrounds and dozens of languages. The city's high cost of living and intensely competitive professional environment drive demand for therapists addressing financial anxiety, burnout, and the psychological pressures of ambitious urban life. CAMH — the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health — is Canada's largest mental health and addiction teaching hospital, providing major institutional resources alongside Toronto's vast private practice and counselling community. Ontario's OHIP coverage is limited for psychotherapy, so many residents use extended health benefits or pay out of pocket to access private therapy.
Obesity therapists in Toronto, Ontario, Canada Statistics
Obesity therapists in Toronto, Ontario, Canada average 11 years of experience and charge around $171 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (94%), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (85%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (76%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$171
Accept insurance
91%
Offer sliding scale
85%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
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
| 94% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 85% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 76% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 73% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 67% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 64% | Narrative Therapy |
| 64% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 85% | Senior |
| 85% | Teen |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 45% | Children |
Client Focus
| 79% | Women |
| 76% | Men |
| 64% | LGBTQ+ |
| 61% | Black / African American |
| 61% | Asian |