Find a Therapist in Pickering, ON

At times, many of us face emotions and suffering that can feel overwhelmingly painful, disheartening, and difficult to bear, often due to unique stressors and events. I work with adults, adolescents, families, and step-families, providing support through a range of therapeutic approaches, including emotionally focused therapy (EFT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), interpersonal psychotherapy, dialectical behaviour therapy (dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems. These approaches, grounded in neuroscience and attachment theory, empower clients to access their inner strengths and unlock their potential for growth. Since cognitive therapy is often not enough to address intense emotions, I incorporate interventions that help regulate and organize emotional experience to support individuals and families as they thrive. By creating a safe, accepting, and confidential environment, I help clients, whether dealing with depression, anxiety, marital distress, or difficulties in peer relationships, use their innate ability to heal and grow.

I offer virtual online psychotherapy services with a focus on helping clients understand themselves more deeply, navigate challenges with greater clarity, and move toward meaningful change. My approach is collaborative, grounded in curiosity and care, and tailored to each person’s unique experiences and needs. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready to explore something more fully, I provide a space where we can make sense of things together.

You keep repeating the same painful patterns in your relationships, no matter who you're with. Maybe you're actively dating, and you find yourself reading into every shift in their tone, chasing reassurance, or losing yourself trying to be who you think they want. Maybe you keep going back to an ex even though it leaves you feeling worse each time. Or maybe you're in a committed relationship that's become a cycle of conflict and resentment, and you're tired of having the same fight on repeat. The exhausting part is that it keeps happening, and it's starting to shape how you see yourself. If any of this feels familiar, you're in the right place. I'm a Registered Social Worker who helps people in their 20s and 30s make real, lasting changes in how they relate. My style is warm and practical, and I'll challenge you rather than just nod along. Using attachment theory, we'll trace where these patterns began and build the security to break them. These patterns can change. As you build real security within yourself, those painful patterns stop running the show, and you get to choose how you show up instead. You can feel calm and confident, whether partnered or single. The first step is a free, no-pressure meet & greet call—just reach out to set one up. I'd love to hear from you!

As a dedicated and compassionate Registered Psychotherapist, I believe that mental health must recognize the uniqueness of an individual. Within the psychotherapeutic environment, my key values include: respecting and empowering clients, while creating a safe, collaborative approach. You are the storyteller of your life, and my role is to further support you while you write, edit, and enhance the pages. My clients have shared that I provide a genuine and non-judgmental presence and therapeutic atmosphere while they explore their thoughts and emotions, gain insight into their behaviours, and develop effective steps to enhance their well-being. You can also expect a therapeutic setting that is professional, yet relaxed, and catered to the kind of structure which will help you thrive in sessions. My professional experience includes working with a wide range of therapeutic issues, such as depression, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, cultural-specific issues, LGBTQIA+ specific issues, life transitions, interpersonal issues, and more. My overall approach is integrative and varies depending on what would be the most beneficial for the client. Thank you for beginning your journey towards healing and self-care, it is not an easy start and I hope you see how strong you are. If you are looking for a compassionate and experienced therapist to guide you through life's challenges, I invite you to reach out. I look forward to the opportunity of working together, as well as support you on your path to personal growth and well-being.

If you're stuck in the same argument with a partner or family member, if you just can't seem to get on the same page or you're still dealing with a hurtful event from the past, I can help you gain clarity and a way out. Come alone or bring your partnerspouse or family member if they're willing and let's get started. I use emotion and solution-focused therapies, and integrate these approaches with cognitive and experiential approaches. I work with couples, families, and individuals to explore their feelings and examine how their beliefs affect their behavior. My goal is to help my clients achieve better self-awareness, resolve their conflicts, and build healthier, more satisfying relationships.

Being a woman in your 20s or 30s can feel like a constant cycle of pressure, confusion, and self-doubt. Maybe you've recently gone through a difficult change, like a breakup, career shift, loss, or big move. Or maybe you feel like you're behind, burnt out, anxious, depressed, or unsure of where you’re headed, when everyone else seems to be moving forward. This season of life can be incredibly overwhelming, and we get how heavy it can feel. You don’t need to have the perfect answers or present a polished version of yourself. We create a space where you can be real, reflect on what’s been holding you back, and start working toward a life that feels more aligned, not just one that looks good on paper. You’re not meant to figure all of this out alone. We're here to support you in finding clarity, building confidence, and creating a path forward that actually feels good.

I'm Sara Kamin, a Toronto-based psychotherapist offering relational psychotherapy for individuals and couples. I hope to create with you a safe space in which you can discuss life's challenges with a caring therapist. I offer empathic and relational listening, a chance to explore without judgment, respectful challenge, interactive engagement, and a collaborative therapeutic process. My work is informed by a holistic approach that respects the interconnected nature of the human experience and human relationships. We'll work together to explore the psychological, physical, sociocultural, emotional, spiritual, systemic and historical factors that impact your life.

To make the unconscious conscious! The Dynamics of Intimacy and Relational Distress Difficulties within marital relationships and sexual health often stem from deeply ingrained psychological patterns that operate outside of immediate awareness. When couples encounter persistent conflict, loss of intimacy, or sexual dysfunction, these challenges are rarely just surface-level issues; they are often manifestations of unresolved underlying conflict. Therapy in this practice is designed to address the root causes of these struggles rather than simply managing immediate symptoms. By examining the deeper psychological forces that shape human behavior and attachment, individuals and couples can uncover the core reasons behind their relational and sexual barriers. Core Areas of Focus: Sex therapy: Comprehensive clinical intervention that addresses the psychological, emotional, and systemic factors that disrupt sexual functioning, desire, and physical intimacy. Marital and relational conflict: Analysis of repetitive, destructive behavioral cycles within relationships to foster deeper emotional connection and structural stability. Depth psychotherapy: Specialized individual treatment aimed at resolving internal conflict, intimacy anxieties, and personal barriers to well-being. The Therapeutic Framework This practice offers a highly structured, confidential, and clinical environment for those seeking profound and enduring change. The therapeutic process is tailored for individuals and couples who want a rigorous, analytical approach to complex relational dynamics and sexual health, with a clear pathway toward authentic resolution and relational growth.

Are you someone who finds yourself overthinking everything, feeling stuck, or unsure about your relationships or where your life is going? On the outside, things may seem okay, but internally it can feel overwhelming, confusing, or even a little lonely, especially if you’re navigating life between cultures or adjusting to a new environment. Growing up in India, where mental health wasn’t always openly talked about, and through my own journey of moving to Canada, I’ve seen how often people struggle silently without fully understanding what they’re going through. You don’t have to hold it all on your own. I’m a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and an MA in counselling psychology student under clinical supervision, offering client-centered, presence-focused therapy in Ontario. I integrate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to explore your thoughts and patterns in a supportive, grounded way. I work with young adults navigating anxiety, relationships, and life transitions. If this resonates with you, I invite you to reach out to book a free 30-minute consultation. We can connect, begin to explore what you’re going through, and see if working together feels like the right fit for you.

With graduate, post-graduate degrees, and over 30 years of clinical experience, I welcome Children, Teens, Adults, Couples & Families into my practice who are facing anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, grief, addiction, chronic pain, or stress from relationship conflicts breakdown. I specialize in cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, deeper-heal ing, and relapse prevention therapies, personalized to each client's unique age & circumstances, a unique couple's program, and deep healing that addresses shifts pain and utilizes strengths to repair. Finally, I belong to a specialized multidisciplinary team helping families through divorce. Following the completion of a comprehensive assessment which offers a straightforward explanation of why you are suffering and what you would benefit from, you will receive a customized, personalized, 3 stage program for individuals, or a 2 stage program for couples that address self-care, stress management, and deeper healing. I balance providing a safe space for honest exploration with ensuring we identify key tools towards making real changes. Clients tell me they appreciate the straight honest compassionate talk that motivates them towards changes they knew they needed to make but just wasn't sure how to do it.

Someone you loved and trusted has hurt you. Whether it was a partner, spouse, or someone close, the betrayal has created a flurry of emotions - shock, devastation and confusion. It can feel as if the ground has been pulled out from beneath you, leaving you questioning everything you once believed and cherished. You may notice waves of anger, sadness, fear, or even numbness, and the weight of it all can feel heavy to carry alone. These reactions are completely normal, and it’s okay if you feel lost right now. My role is to help you process what has happened and begin to find steady ground again.

I am available to support you through virtual sessions. Contact me to arrange a phone call to explore whether starting therapy with me is right for you. Please visit my website to learn more about me. My approach integrates psychotherapy with creative process to engage the mind, body, emotions and imagination on the journey of change. I ground my practice in a belief in human resilience and in our innate potential for healing and transformation through difficult times. My work is informed by anti-oppressive perspectives, understanding of trauma and environmental influences on the psyche, neuroscience research findings, the mind-body relationship, symbolic process, and spirituality. I am committed to principles of social justice, and to promoting balanced and respectful relationships. In over twenty years of practice, I have incorporated creativity and mindfulness with many types of verbal therapies. My experience includes work in public healthcare and community settings, including: mental health services in hospital outpatient clinics; addiction and trauma recovery; counselling for women and children exposed to domestic violence; specialized programs for children and youth with complex difficulties. I also provide specialized services in Jungian Sandplay Therapy. Sandplay Therapy is a unique modality that provides a nonverbal way for clients of any age to experience and transform inner tensions through creative expression with sand, water and miniatures. While engaging the body and imagination, you become the creator of your personal journey. With children and youth, playful and non-verbal approaches are central components of my practice. These imaginative modalities engage young people in creatively exploring their struggles while building a sense of mastery and self-worth. I am a Registered Social Worker providing psychotherapy in Ontario and hold Masters Degrees in both Social Work and Sociology. I am also an internationally certified Jungian Sandplay Therapist with the Canadian Association for Sandplay Therapy (CAST) and the International Society for Sandplay Therapy (ISST). I am a past President of CAST, and a Senior Teacher-Supervisor for CAST and ISST. I provide internationally recognized sandplay training, supervision, workshops and conference presentations.