Life Transitions therapists in Whitby, ON
Browse Life Transitions therapists in Whitby, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Life Transitions
Justin Mulder
Registered Psychotherapist, M.A., Registered Psychotherapist
Life transitions can be especially challenging for university students. Moving into a new stage of life often means juggling academic pressure, shifting identities, changing relationships, and a lot of uncertainty about the future. It’s common to feel overwhelmed, stuck, or like everyone else has things figured out while you’re just trying to keep up. Together, we can work on building clarity, resilience, and practical ways to navigate this period of change so it feels less like you’re barely staying afloat and more like you’re learning how to steer your own direction.
2 Years Experience
In-Person in Whitby, ON L1R 1Y5
Online in Whitby, ON
Life Transitions
Makai Livingstone
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Qualifying)
Whether you're navigating a breakup, career change, new parenthood, or another major shift, life transitions can bring up uncertainty about who you are and what comes next. I help clients make sense of change, grieve what's being left behind, and move toward the next chapter with more clarity, groundedness, and self-trust.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Whitby, ON
Online in Whitby, ON
Life Transitions
Samantha Williams-Lauder
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW
Life transitions can bring uncertainty, grief, stress, identity shifts, and emotional overwhelm, even when the change is positive. Whether you are navigating a breakup, new role, parenting, school, career change, aging, or a major decision, therapy can help you process the transition and move forward with more clarity and support.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Whitby, ON
Online in Whitby, ON
Life Transitions
Thamina Ahmadzai
Registered Psychotherapist
Life transitions can bring uncertainty, stress, grief, and a sense of feeling ungrounded, even when the change is positive. I support individuals navigating major life shifts such as career changes, relationship challenges, parenthood, loss, identity changes, burnout, and personal growth. Through a supportive approach, therapy provides a space to process emotions, gain clarity, and build confidence while adapting to new chapters with greater resilience and self-understanding.
3 Years Experience
Online in Whitby, ON (Online Only)
Life Transitions
Jola Mecani
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MPP, BA
Before entering private practice, much of my social-service work involved supporting people through periods of significant change and uncertainty. I bring that perspective into therapy, helping clients navigate transitions not only emotionally, but within the realities of relationships, family, work, identity and the systems around them.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Whitby, ON
Online in Whitby, ON
Life Transitions
Bonny Kaman Li
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Life transitions counseling helps whether it's a career change, relationship shift, becoming a parent, or another major life change. Transitions can bring up uncertainty even when they're positive, and I help clients navigate change with more clarity and less overwhelm.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Whitby, ON
Online in Whitby, ON
Life Transitions
Sanofer Ansari
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, MACP
Approach: Person-centred, emotion-focused and CBT-informed therapy.
Transitions can bring uncertainty even when they are positive. I help clients process change, identify emotions and values, manage stress, and develop a sense of direction during periods of adjustment.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Whitby, ON
Online in Whitby, ON
Life Transitions
Shemina Jeraj
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
Life is ever changing and we will all pass through different phases in our lives. Sometimes these phases are planned and sometimes we are thrown into a phase by circumstances. These transitions can be challenging like sailing through choppy waters. Therapy can help provide an unbiased view of these situations and offer a place of calm during a storm. It can also offer tools to help navigate the situation in a best possible manner.
8 Years Experience
Online in Whitby, ON (Online Only)
Life Transitions
Mindful Connections Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist
Even good change can leave you feeling unmoored. A new career, a move, an ending, a beginning, a season of life you didn't choose: transitions shake the ground your identity stands on, and it's normal to feel lost in the in-between. You'll find a warm, nonjudgmental space here to slow down, make sense of what's shifting, and decide who you want to be on the other side. The goal isn't just to get through it, it's to genuinely understand yourself, let go of what no longer fits, and build a life that actually nourishes you. Together we'll work toward feeling more grounded, more certain of your direction, and more equipped to step into what's next.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Whitby, ON
Online in Whitby, ON
Life Transitions
Alisha Levine
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Life doesn’t always unfold the way we expect. Whether you’re starting a new chapter, navigating a major change, adjusting to a loss, or simply realizing that something in your life no longer feels right, transitions can bring up a mix of emotions, such as uncertainty, grief, excitement, fear, or even a sense of being a little lost. Therapy can give you a space to pause, reflect, and make sense of where you are and where you want to go next. Together, we can work through the uncertainty, reconnect with what matters to you, and help you move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and self-trust.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Whitby, ON
Online in Whitby, ON
Whitby is a Durham Region community east of Toronto, notably home to Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, one of Ontario's largest dedicated mental health hospitals, which reflects the significance of mental health as a local concern and provides specialized inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services that make the area an important hub for mental health care in the eastern Greater Toronto Area. The city has grown rapidly as a commuter community for Toronto, with GO Transit service making the journey manageable, and the pressures of long commutes and the costs of homeownership are among the stressors residents bring to therapy. A private therapy sector serves those seeking outpatient counselling, and the presence of Ontario Shores means that more intensive mental health needs can be addressed locally rather than requiring travel to Toronto. Common therapy concerns include commuter and work-life stress, family and parenting pressures, anxiety, and the transition challenges of a rapidly growing community.
Life Transitions therapists in Whitby, ON Statistics
Life Transitions therapists in Whitby, ON average 8 years of experience and charge around $170 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (82%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (57%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (55%).
Average years in practice
8 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$170
Accept insurance
79%
Offer sliding scale
57%
Gender ID
| 74% |
Female |
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| 18% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 82% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 57% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 55% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 53% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 49% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 48% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 45% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 52% | Teen |
| 14% | Children |
Client Focus
| 69% | Women |
| 47% | Men |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 31% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 29% | Christian |