Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Partner in Toronto
Creative Transitions Counselling & Psychothera Py is a Toronto-based practice dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. Our team of licensed psychotherapists brings decades of combined experience in clinical practice, education, and the arts, offering specialized expertise in anxiety, depression, relationship therapy, and career transitions. We prioritize evidence-based methodologies while maintaining a humanistic approach that values diversity and inclusivity, including support for the LGBT2SQ++ community. Our therapists hold advanced degrees and certifications, ensuring clients receive care grounded in both academic rigor and practical experience.We emphasize the importance of a good therapeutic fit, offering free phone consultations to help clients find the right therapist. Services are available in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Hebrew, French, Hindi, and Urdu. Our practice integrates cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and mindfulness approaches to address individual needs. Clinical supervision is available for professionals seeking ongoing development. We offer flexible scheduling with evening appointments and online therapy options to accommodate diverse client needs. Our commitment to ongoing training and collaborative care ensures clients receive the highest standard of service.
Services
Psychotherapy
Counseling
Clinical Supervision
Relationship Therapy
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Treatment
Career Counseling
Transition Support
Online Therapy
Couples Therapy
Highlights and features
- Our therapists hold Master's or Doctoral degrees with 26+ years of combined clinical experience
- We use evidence-based methods with progress monitoring for measurable outcomes
- Free phone consultations help ensure the right therapist-client match
- Services available in 6 languages including English, Spanish, and French
- Clinical supervision led by a Ph.D. holder with APA/CPA accredited training
Services
Psychotherapy
Individual psychotherapy addressing anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and life transitions through evidence-based approaches. Our therapists use cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and mindfulness techniques tailored to client needs. Sessions focus on improving emotional regulation and communication skills for lasting personal growth.
Clinical Supervision
Professional supervision for therapists using humanistic and attachment-based approaches. Services include skill development, ethics guidance, and confidence building through individual or group formats. Led by a Ph.D. holder with APA/CPA accredited supervision training and 20+ years of supervisory experience.
Relationship Therapy
Specialized therapy for relationship improvement using emotion-focused and systemic approaches. Our therapists help couples enhance communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen emotional connections through weekly 50-minute sessions tailored to partnership dynamics.
Anxiety Treatment
Comprehensive anxiety treatment combining cognitive behavioral therapy with mindfulness techniques. Our therapists address generalized anxiety, PTSD, and panic disorders through structured sessions focusing on symptom reduction and coping strategy development for improved daily functioning.
Career Counseling
Career transition support integrating psychodynamic and goal-directed approaches. Services help clients navigate workplace challenges, educational decisions, and career changes through personalized strategies that align with individual strengths and professional aspirations.
People
Shirley Katz
Clinic Director
Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology with 26+ years of clinical experience. Specializes in supervision training, teaches at the University level, and oversees therapist matching. APA/CPA accredited supervision training from University of British Columbia.
Victoria Tuyo
Psychotherapist
Master's in Applied Counselling Psychology with expertise in relationship therapy and career transitions. Provides services in English, Spanish, and Hebrew. Focuses on attachment-based approaches for individual and couples counseling.
Elissa McGillivray
Psychotherapist
Specializes in self-esteem, boundary setting, and family dynamics with elite athletes. Holds Master's in Applied Counselling Psychology. Uses integrative approaches combining cognitive behavioral and systemic therapies for personalized care.
Ella Rebanks
Psychotherapist
Focuses on substance use, attachment issues, and psychodynamic therapy. Fluent in French. Combines relational-cultural approaches with evidence-based practices to address complex mental health challenges in individual counseling sessions.
Christy Doran
Art Therapist
Qualifying registered psychotherapist with early childhood education expertise. Specializes in adolescent mental health and art therapy techniques. Provides family-focused interventions for teens and parenting support consultations.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
We integrate cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, mindfulness, and emotion-focused approaches tailored to individual client needs.
How do I choose the right therapist?
We offer free phone consultations to help match you with a therapist based on your specific needs and preferences.
Are services covered by insurance?
Most services are covered by extended health plans. Check with your provider for registered psychotherapist coverage.
Do you offer online therapy?
Yes, we provide secure online therapy sessions for clients throughout Ontario via encrypted video platforms.
What are your cancellation policies?
We require 24-hour notice for appointment cancellations to avoid charges for scheduled therapy sessions.
Do you offer crisis intervention?
We do not provide emergency services. For urgent needs, please contact local crisis resources or emergency services.
