Individual therapy is a confidential space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with a trained therapist. Whether you're facing specific challenges or simply seeking personal growth, therapy helps you better understand yourself and develop healthier ways of coping and thriving.
Therapy Can Benefit You If...
You’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or low—more often than you’d like...
If you find yourself constantly stressed, anxious, or battling a low mood, it can begin to feel exhausting. These emotions might even affect your relationships, work, or day-to-day activities. Therapy can help you understand the root causes of your feelings, break the cycle of negative thought patterns, and build healthier coping strategies. With time, you can regain your sense of calm and emotional balance, allowing you to move through life with more ease.
You’re going through a life transition..
Life is full of transitions, whether it’s a breakup, a career change, moving to a new city, becoming a parent, or dealing with the loss of a loved one. These moments can leave you feeling unsure, disconnected, or uncertain about who you are in this new chapter of your life. Therapy offers a safe and supportive environment to process these changes, reflect on your experiences, and regain your footing.
You feel stuck...
Sometimes, you may feel like you’re just going through the motions—stuck in old habits, repeating the same cycles, or simply unsure of what direction to take next. Therapy can help you break free from feeling stuck. Together, we’ll explore what might be holding you back and identify the deeper values and desires that can guide your next steps. Therapy gives you the space to reflect on your life’s purpose and discover how to align your actions with your true self.
You want to understand yourself better...
Therapy provides the space for deep self-reflection, offering insights into your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. We’ll work together to increase your self-awareness, uncover hidden beliefs, and explore what shapes your choices. As you understand yourself more deeply, you can make intentional decisions that lead to greater fulfillment and peace of mind.
You’re carrying pain from past experiences you haven’t fully healed from...
Whether it's trauma, unresolved grief, or painful memories from the past, these experiences can continue to weigh heavily on your heart and mind. Therapy offers a compassionate, safe space to process these wounds, letting you heal at your own pace. By working through the pain, you’ll be able to release old emotional burdens, reclaim your power, and build a healthier future free from the shadows of the past.
You just need someone to talk to...
Sometimes, you don’t need advice or solutions—you just need a space to talk openly, without judgment, to someone who really listens. Therapy offers exactly that. It’s a chance to be heard, express yourself fully, and work through your thoughts and feelings. This safe and confidential space allows you to speak freely, explore what’s on your mind, and feel validated. Therapy can be an incredibly cathartic process, and you don’t need to have everything “figured out” to begin.
Discover The Benefits
Therapy is a powerful space for growth, clarity, and healing. Whether you’re working through a specific challenge or simply want to feel more connected to yourself, therapy can support you in meaningful and lasting ways.
Who We Help
Our therapists are trained and experienced in supporting a wide range of concerns, including:
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Anxiety, stress, and burnout
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Depression and low mood
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Trauma and PTSD
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Grief and loss
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Relationship and family challenges
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Life transitions and identity exploration
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Self-esteem, confidence, and personal growth
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Boundaries, communication, and emotional regulation
Why Choose STAR?
At STAR, we’re committed to offering compassionate, personalized therapy that truly meets you where you are. We offer individual therapy to children/youth ages 4 and up, adolescents and adults. Whether you're navigating a difficult time or seeking personal growth, we’re here to support you with care that’s thoughtful, flexible, and centred around you.
Experienced Therapists
Our team brings warmth, professionalism, and a wide range of evidence-based approaches to every session.
Client-Centered Care
We tailor each session to your needs, goals, and pace. You’re the expert on your life—we’re here to support, not direct.
Flexible Therapy Options
In-person, virtual, phone, or walk-and-talk—we make it easy to get support in a way that fits your lifestyle.
In-Person Sessions
Join us at our Vaughan office for a calming, confidential space to engage in therapy face-to-face. In-person sessions allow for deeper presence and a grounded environment away from the distractions of home
Phone Sessions
Prefer a voice-only session? Phone therapy offers privacy, ease, and accessibility—no video required. It’s a great option if you're camera-shy, on the move, or just need a flexible, low-pressure way to talk. All you need is a quiet space and a phone.
Virtual Session
Secure, convenient, and just as effective as in-person sessions, virtual therapy allows you to connect from wherever you're most comfortable. Ideal for busy schedules, parents, or anyone looking for flexibility across the GTA. All sessions are conducted through a secure, encrypted platform.
Walk-and-Talk
This unique and dynamic approach to therapy takes your session outside the traditional office and into nature. Walk-and-talk therapy allows you to engage in meaningful conversation with the combination of light physical activity,
Ready to Take the First Step?
Starting therapy is an act of self-care—and we’re here to walk that path with you. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, seeking clarity, or simply want to feel more like yourself again, individual therapy can help you get there.
At STAR, we meet you with empathy, curiosity, and real, human connection. Wherever you are in your journey, you're not alone.