Hoarding therapists in Vaughan, ON
Browse Hoarding therapists in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Hoarding
ThriveWell Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW / RP
If you or a loved one needs hoarding support, you don’t have to try and figure out how to manage things on your own. Chances are, you’ve tried to do that in the past and it hasn’t worked. It can be hard to reach out and ask for help. You don’t have to do this alone, and you deserve real understanding and support as you take this next step in life. ThriveWell counsellors can work with you virtually, in the office and/or at your home. We provide services for hoarding and clutter online, throughout Ontario, as well as in-home services throughout the GTA, from Mississauga to Bowmanville and Toronto to Uxbridge.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Vaughan, ON
Online in Vaughan, ON
Hoarding
Lexi Gayne Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
The objects we surround ourselves with often tell a story of seeking safety, comfort, or control. However, when your space becomes overwhelmed, it can lead to profound isolation and heavy shame. Your attachment to these belongings serves a purpose, and in our sessions, we will explore that without an ounce of judgment. Using specialized, highly practical tools, we will collaboratively untangle the intense anxiety and distress connected to letting things go. We will navigate this process together at a pace that feels genuinely safe for you, allowing you to gradually reclaim your physical environment and rediscover a sense of freedom and peace in your own home.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Vaughan, ON
Online in Vaughan, ON
Hoarding
Reegan Bushby
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Hoarding tendencies can impact our daily living, and relationships with our loved ones. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for OCD tendencies that can relate to Hoarding tendencies. For other cases, I use a minimalist approach to living life. We will often focus on how our thoughts and the environment around us, impact our emotions and behaviours that might not be suiting us. Together, we will work towards your specific goals in order to create change in your everyday life. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to connect with any questions you may have.
8 Years Experience
Online in Vaughan, ON (Online Only)
Hoarding
Marjan Emami
Counsellor/Therapist, MD, RTC #3608, MPCC-Provisional #4797, ACTA #3122
Hoarding often reflects an unhealthy attachment rooted in unmet needs. In therapy, by providing a safe and fulfilling therapeutic relationship, the part of the self that was never fully attached can find its needs met. This allows the unhealthy attachment, to objects or behaviors to naturally drop.
2 Years Experience
Online in Vaughan, ON (Online Only)
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Bhavna Lalwani
Registered Psychotherapist, MA Counselling, RP
Hoarding can feel overwhelming and isolating, often creating stress, clutter, and tension in your home and life. It may stem from difficulty letting go of possessions, emotional attachments, or patterns developed over time, and can impact relationships, daily functioning, and overall wellbeing.
In therapy, I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to explore the underlying emotions and behaviors contributing to hoarding. Together, we focus on building practical strategies, emotional awareness, and gradual change, helping you create a safer, more organized environment while restoring confidence and control in your life.
15 Years Experience
Online in Vaughan, ON (Online Only)
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Preeti Taneja
Registered Social Worker, Registered Social Worker - R.S.W, M.S.W, B.S.W
Hoarding can stem from deep emotional pain or anxiety. I work with individuals to uncover the reasons behind hoarding behaviors, develop strategies for letting go, and create a healthier, more organized living space that promotes well-being.
18 Years Experience
Online in Vaughan, ON (Online Only)
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Samantha Williams-Lauder
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW
Hoarding behaviours are often connected to anxiety, grief, trauma, overwhelm, attachment, or difficulty making decisions. Therapy can help you explore the emotional meaning of possessions, reduce shame, and build gradual, realistic strategies for change. The goal is not judgment or pressure, but support, understanding, and practical movement at a manageable pace.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Vaughan, ON
Online in Vaughan, ON
Hoarding
Satvinder Khurme
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Hoarding is a serious illness connected with excessive collection of items combined with the inability to discard them. It is very hard to detect the problem making the treatment very challenging. Intensive treatment can help the person to overcome the issues and enjoy life.
28 Years Experience
In-Person Near Vaughan, ON
Online in Vaughan, ON
Hoarding
Ashleigh Bell
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, Qualifying
If belongings have piled up to the point where it feels unmanageable or shameful, you’re not alone. Therapy focuses on understanding the emotional meaning behind items, gently challenging unhelpful beliefs, and taking small, realistic steps toward safer, more functional spaces.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Vaughan, ON
Online in Vaughan, ON
Hoarding
Sherine Chacko
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW
Gentle hoarding therapy online blending harm-reduction, CBT, and stepwise sorting plans. We focus on safety and function—not shame. Small, steady wins add up.
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Vaughan, ON
Online in Vaughan, ON
Vaughan is one of Canada's fastest-growing cities and part of the Greater Toronto Area's northern expansion, with a large Italian-Canadian community alongside growing South Asian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern populations creating a diverse and evolving therapy demand. The city's relative newness as a major population centre means its private therapy infrastructure is still developing, and many residents access care in Toronto or through telehealth. Mackenzie Health's Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital — one of Canada's newest major hospitals — provides institutional resources, and the broader GTA ecosystem of therapists is accessible for those willing to travel or use online platforms. Vaughan's affluent suburban character means therapy is financially accessible for many, though stigma barriers in some cultural communities remain a consideration.
Hoarding therapists in Vaughan, ON Statistics
Hoarding therapists in Vaughan, ON average 11 years of experience and charge around $179 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (88%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (76%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (72%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$179
Accept insurance
80%
Offer sliding scale
72%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
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| 23% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 72% |
In Person and Online |
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| 28% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 88% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 76% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 72% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 68% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 64% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 56% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 56% | Narrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 84% | Senior |
| 80% | Teen |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 36% | Children |
Client Focus
| 72% | Men |
| 72% | Women |
| 68% | LGBTQ+ |
| 60% | Native American |
| 56% | Asian |