Find a Therapist

Hannah McGechie

My approach to therapy is grounded in social justice and anti-oppression, and guided by narrative frameworks. I believe our lives are shaped by the stories we and others tell us about who we are. When we decide to come to therapy, it’s often because stories about problems (and about how WE are a problem) are dominating our lives. My role is to help you examine these stories and your relationship to them, and to explore, create, and sometimes change the stories in your life.

Talisa Haskins

Welcome! Taking the first step in a journey towards wellness is often the toughest part. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, struggling to process your emotions, or difficulty feeling fulfilled, I would be honoured to walk alongside you as you take the first steps to heal and grow. Whether you have experienced a recent trauma or life event that has brought you pain, or altered the path you were walking on. Or, perhaps you have been struggling for a while to overcome anxious feelings and sadness. Therapy is a place to discover a new way of being in the world.
Therapy is designed to help you become more self-aware, and give you tools to overcome the struggles you are facing. Remote therapy only.

Shane Smyth

I believe we all have the ability to work through our own struggles when provided with a safe nonjudgemental space to process thoughts, emotions and memories. I aim to provide that space to people as I have benefited from that process myself over the years. I don’t believe I’m an expert in anyone else’s life but I have expertise in listening, asking questions and helping people tolerate and regulate difficult emotions and thoughts. I have struggled in the past myself and know that a good therapist can make a huge difference, so I strive to be that therapist for others.

NuHu Therapy

At NuHu Therapy, we provide a non-judgmental space to support anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship struggles, and more.

Using mindfulness-based, cognitive behavioural (CBT), dialectical behaviour (DBT), internal family systems (IFS), and person-centered therapy, we help men develop emotional resilience, self-awareness, and healthier coping strategies.

Our 100% virtual therapy makes support accessible across Ontario.

You don’t have to go through this alone—reach out today for a free consultation and take the first step toward healing and growth.

Note: HeadsUpGuys only recommends therapists who meet our qualification standards.

Alice Lurie

I work with couples and individuals to hone their own strengths to overcome personal struggles while forming additional skills and self-reliance, so they are confident in handling future challenges. I provide a safe space to examine your thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I work with anxiety and depression, the aftereffects of distressing and traumatic experiences, and helps clients to improve the quality of their relationships. My specific interests include anxiety, stress, depression and grief, anger, emotional regulation, and career and workplace difficulties.

Men & Healing

Men & Healing believes that men can live happier and healthier lives. We further believe that with the right opportunity for change, the right approach, the most committed therapists working with innovative models of care, transformation can happen. Our core mission is: to support men, in a process of change, with structure and integrity.

We are one of the world’s leading clinics working in a male-centred approach to psychology and therapy. Our 20-plus years of experience and expertise in the field is well known. Our models of services have been taught internationally, the research outcomes for our trauma recovery services have been deemed clinically effective, and thousands of men have benefitted from our programs over the years.

In addition to individual therapy, we are one of the only clinics in Canada to offer a long-term childhood trauma recovery program for men. We offer many different group therapy options, focusing on anger management, sexual integrity, emotional integrity, and childhood trauma recovery (also called Men & Healing).

Fatima Noorali

Fatima supports individuals who want to improve their self-esteem, reduce stress levels and kick imposter syndrome aside. Fatima is passionate about helping you build a personalized toolbox filled with creative strategies to reduce overwhelm, build your self-worth and embrace self-love.

Kelly Atkinson

I’ve worked in Sr. human resources positions for the past 25 years, I bring my passion and experience in supporting individuals to become their best version of themselves while working together on their goals, to complement my psychotherapy practice.

As a mature grad, I bring a great deal of life experience both personally and professionally. I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, work challenges, relationship, eating disorders, attachment concerns, alcohol use disorder or are sober curious.

I employ a holistic and person-centered approach using treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Solutions-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Processing, DBT and EFT. I’m experienced in working with LGBTQ+.

Melissa Lowe

I work with adults (18+) who are experiencing concerns with depression, anxiety, addiction, and/or relationship issues. My training is in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (both for individuals and couples). As a therapist, I work collaboratively with my clients with a non-judgmental approach. Using evidence-based therapies, we can work together to develop a plan to reach your goals.

Emily Alton

I believe each client has unique needs which is why I take my lead from each client. Whether you’re feeling lonely, isolated, unwanted, or stressed; I will take the time to get to know your concerns first. Once we have identified your main concerns, we can work collaboratively towards your goals. I have experience working with adult men and seniors through crisis prevention and individual counselling. I currently provide virtual therapy as well as in-person counselling at my office in downtown Hamilton to adults 18+. Some approaches that I utilize are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. Overall, I aim to provide a space where clients feel safe discussing their mental health.

Darbey Carlson

I am a trauma-informed therapist who uses EMDR to support individuals looking to explore and manage stress, anxiety, ADHD, low mood, anger, and trauma. Having worked alongside people from all walks of life and of all ages in clinical, general, and athletic settings, I seek to offer a space to navigate present-day/past challenges free of judgment. I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation and would love to connect with you.

Caitlin Kemmett

Struggling with anxiety, stress, ADHD, or relationship issues? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. Caitlin is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who works with men navigating the pressure to keep it together, even when things feel overwhelming or off track. Her approach is collaborative, grounded, and judgment-free. Whether you’re facing burnout, disconnection, or a major life transition, therapy with Caitlin offers a space to talk openly, reconnect with yourself, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

Jessie Baynham

My basic belief is hopeful and positive: that ultimately people are “good” and are striving for wellness with the internal and external resources they have.  I am committed to helping you unpack and leave behind stories and ways of coping that no longer serve your needs, while building resilience and moving towards new ways of relating to self and others, stepping authentically into life and relationships.

As a queer-identified woman, I am particularly interested but not exclusively focused on supporting clients within the LGBTQ2S+ community.  I intentionally support overall mental wellness for all men, women and adolescents as we work to resolve, understand and reflect on barriers that exist in attaining psychological well-being.

Dr. Leah Zalan

Christine Olsen

I help men manage stress and irritability without shutting down, exploding with anger, or causing rupture in relationships. I help you with coping right now while also getting to know what’s underneath the struggle to ensure you feel better long-term. I use a combination of Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Relational Therapy, & Emotion-Focused Therapy. I provide online counselling for anyone in Ontario.