Relationship Issues Therapists in Ontario
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Julia Finetti
Registered Clinical Counsellor & Couples Therapist
Julia Finetti (MA, CCC, RCC) is a compassionate therapist specializing in relationships, life transitions, and emotional healing. She creates a warm, grounded space where clients finally feel at ease. With a practical, insight-driven approach, Julia helps people set boundaries, break old patterns, and reconnect with themselves - delivering real, lasting change.
Darbey Carlson
Registered Psychotherapist, EMDR, MACP, MSc, ADHD-CCSP
Accepting NEW Clients - Do you feel “stuck” in your day-to-day life or unsure how to move forward in a way that makes you feel fulfilled? Are you interested in learning more about how your childhood impacts you as an adult? Does it feel like your past experiences are weighing on you, and your sense of self is foggy or unclear? Are you interested in exploring different perspectives or figuring o...
Gauri Mathur
Registered Psychotherapist
I support individuals and couples navigating trauma, anxiety, relationships, and cultural identity. My approach combines multiple modalities with an emphasis on empathy and cultural sensitivity for individuals and couples.
Stacy Kirkbride
Registered Psychotherapist, Recreation Therapist
I offer compassionate support for those living with chronic illness, pain, and post-injury life challenges. I specialize in helping you navigate the emotional and mental hurdles these bring. My goal is to help you reclaim your sense of self, cope with grief and loss, and rebuild your life with resilience and purpose. You're not alone--I'm here to support you every step of the way.
Janice Lyons
Registered Social Service Worker
Are you feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or exhausted? Are you tired of searching through profiles to find the right therapist? I'm Janice. Let's work together; I am now accepting new clients. Typically, sessions focus on how anxiety, neurodivergence, beliefs, relationship issues, and self-esteem affect us. You will learn to understand yourself and develop effective management skills.
Kathryn Jones
Registered Social Worker
I provide evidence-based therapy for Anxiety, OCD, Depression, ADHD, Behavioural Addictions (ie., shopping, gambling, pornography, gaming), Stress, Unhealthy Relationships, Body Image, and Trauma. Together, we'll clarify your goals and identify the thoughts, beliefs, or behaviours getting in your way. We'll create a roadmap with realistic, meaningful steps toward living your best possible life.
Allison Mundle
Registered Psychotherapist, Sandalwood Psychotherapy
Online therapy for women in Ontario navigating anxiety, relationships, and emotional overwhelm. You may look like you are holding everything together, while inside you feel anxious, emotionally drained, or disconnected from yourself. Maybe you are used to keeping the peace, carrying too much, or saying yes when something inside you is saying no.
Jessica Kurucz
Registered Social Worker
I provide support to adults and couples. I have experience working with individuals experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, gender issues, substance use, low self-esteem, stress-related issues, and chronic illness. I recognize that it takes a great deal of courage to make the decision to start counselling. I consider it a privilege to be invited into your life
Jane Chukwujekwu, MSW
Registered Clinical Social Worker
"Maintaining a client-centred approach, I meet you where you're at, empowering you to navigate new ways of thinking that lead to a more positive life outlook and improved well-being. I am passionate about creating a safe space where you can reflect and re-evaluate, enabling you to make healthier life choices that will alleviate life stressors, leading to a more balanced and fulfilled life. My p...
Paige Oberfelds
Registered Social Worker
Golden Horizons Therapy Collective was created through my own learning and experiences with relational trauma and grief. It’s the brain child of my own lived experiences through hardship, but also a testament to the power of healing through deep, meaningful connection. I’ve been blessed with many transformative relationships throughout my life, and Golden Horizons is a tribute to them.
Stacey Sanderson
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Social Worker, Subject Matter Expert
I am Subject Matter Expert in complex, relational trauma, narcissism and high conflict divorce. If you are in a toxic relationship, I can help you navigate the process while learning the powerful boundaries and strategy you need to get to the next chapter in your life feeling confident and empowered. I will help you understand the attachment patterns that are keeping you stuck.
Myroslava Stadnyk
Registered Psychotherapist (RP)
Registered Psychotherapist & Practice Owner at Stadnyk Therapy. Accepting new clients - in-person in Koreatown (near Christie Pits) in Toronto and virtually across Ontario. Book a FREE 15-minute consultation to get started!
Susan Merli
Registered Psychotherapist and Executive Coach
Feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in patterns that no longer work? I help professionals and individuals navigate anxiety, stress, and life or career transitions. As a Registered Psychotherapist and Executive Coach, I offer a supportive, practical space to gain insight, build resilience, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
Alli Ewacha
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Sophie Marie McPherson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) B.A., M.A.
I offer psychotherapy services to teens and adults struggling with a wide range of presenting concerns. I have experience working with ADHD, anxiety, life transitions, stress, self-esteem and body image issues, chronic illness/pain, gender dysphoria, sexuality exploration, and non-monogamous relationships.
Tanisha Hall
Registered Social Worker (RSW)
am a Registered Social Worker and the founder of Renewal Inner Peace Psychotherapy, dedicated to supporting your journey toward emotional renewal. Offering compassionate, personalized therapy both in-person in Guelph and virtually across Ontario, I help individuals navigate life’s complexities, manage deep stress, and achieve meaningful personal growth.
Audrey Kao
Registered Social Worker
I help people in their 20s and 30s who keep running into the same painful patterns in dating and relationships, whether that's anxious attachment, recurring conflict, or trouble moving on from an ex. Using an attachment lens, we trace where these patterns began and build the security to change them. In-person in Toronto (St. Lawrence & St. Andrew-Windfields) or online across Ontario.
Melissa Manning, Clinical Supervisor
Registered Psychotherapist
Melissa Manning is a Registered Psychotherapist and the founder of M&M Counselling. She works with people of all ages who need to make changes in their personal lives that create less stress and more confidence. You're wrestling with: Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Grief, Trauma, PTSD or another mental health concern, she can assist you with your goals.
The Journey Counselling and Psychotherapy
Virtual Clinic, Registered Psychotherapist
The Journey Counselling and Psychotherapy is a virtual clinic of Registered Psychotherapists serving all of Ontario. Offering affordable therapy starting at $75 per session, our team of therapists specializes in working with individuals, relationships and family therapy. Parenting, pet loss, disordered eating, depression and life stress/ burnout are a few of our niche specialities.
Jialin (Sherry) Yang
Intern Associate Therapist
Hi there! I'm Jialin Yang, or you can call me Sherry! An Associate Therapist offering low-cost virtual counselling services cross-Canada under the supervision, I support youth and adults navigating challenges such as anxiety, stress, identity struggles, and perfectionism.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Relationship Issues
What kinds of relationship issues can therapy help with?
Therapy addresses a wide range of relationship concerns — not only romantic partnerships but also family relationships, friendships, and workplace dynamics. Common issues include communication breakdowns, conflict patterns, trust and jealousy, intimacy difficulties, attachment challenges, codependency, loneliness, setting boundaries, and recovering from betrayal or loss in a relationship. Both individuals and couples can benefit from relationship-focused therapy.
Can I work on relationship issues in individual therapy without my partner?
Yes — individual therapy is often very effective for relationship concerns. Working one-on-one with a therapist allows you to explore your own patterns, attachment style, communication habits, and emotional responses without the complexity of navigating the dynamic with your partner present. Many people find that individual therapy changes how they show up in relationships, which in turn shifts relationship dynamics even when only one person attends.
What is attachment theory and why does it matter for relationships?
Attachment theory describes the patterns of relating to others we develop in early childhood based on our caregiving experiences. These patterns — broadly categorized as secure, anxious, avoidant, or disorganized — shape how we connect, communicate, and respond to closeness or conflict as adults. Understanding your attachment style is often a foundation of relationship therapy, as it explains many recurring patterns that feel confusing or out of your control.
How long does relationship therapy typically take?
Timeline varies based on the nature and depth of the issues. Specific, recent concerns — such as navigating a difficult conversation or adjusting to a relationship change — may resolve within 6–12 sessions. Longer-standing patterns rooted in early experiences or repeated relationship cycles often benefit from longer-term work. Your therapist will set goals with you at the outset and review progress regularly.
What therapy approaches are used for relationship issues?
Attachment-based therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, and psychodynamic therapy are among the most commonly used approaches for relationship concerns. CBT-based communication skills training is also widely integrated. Many therapists draw on more than one approach, tailoring the work to whether the issue is primarily about communication, emotional regulation, past wounds, or changing ingrained relational patterns.