Find a Strength-Based Therapist

Browse therapists who take a strength-based approach. Watch their intro videos to find the right fit before booking.

Areeba Farooq
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
- Virtual sessions in ON, BC, AB, MB, SK, NL, NU, NT, YT
Areeba Farooq
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
she/her
Offers free consultation
$150/session
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Depression, Mindfulness, Anger Management, Anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Boundaries and boundary setting, BIPOC, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Burnout, Coping Skills, Confidence, Effective communication, Personal Growth, Work-Life Balance, Wellness Counselling, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Trauma, Trauma processing, Emotional regulation, Depression coping skills, Life transitions, Mindfulness and stress reduction
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Amina Purac
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
- Virtual sessions in AB, BC, MB, ON, SK
Amina Purac
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
She/Her
Offers free consultation
$135/session
Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Anger, ADHD, Anxiety, Behavioural Issues, Burnout, Career Stress, Confidence, Coping Skills, Cultural Challenges, Dating challenges, Depression coping skills, Emotional regulation, Family issues, Goal Setting, Life transitions, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Men's issues, Mindfulness, Nature-Based Spirituality, Negative thinking and ruminating, Personality & Mood Disorders, Relationships, Self Destructive Behaviour, Stress
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Caitlin Sigouin
Registered Social Worker
- Virtual sessions in ON, QC
Caitlin Sigouin
Registered Social Worker
She/her
Offers free consultation
$165/session
Grief and Loss, Maternal mental health, Parenting, ADHD, Anxiety, Attachment, Assertiveness, Boundaries and boundary setting, Caregiver burnout, Domestic violence, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Fertility, Infertility, LGBTQ2IA+, Mind-body connection, Mindfulness, People pleasing, Perinatal, Postnatal Care, Pregnancy, Women's Health, Neurodivergent
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Cherrisse McWilliams
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
- Virtual sessions in all provinces and territories.
Cherrisse McWilliams
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
She/her
Offers free consultation
$125/session
Stress, General Mental Health, Life transitions, Work-Life Balance, Women's Health, Wellness Counselling, Trauma, Self-esteem, Relationships, Responsibility, Racism, Pregnancy, Postnatal Care, Perimenopause mental health support, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Parenting, Navigating challenging relationships, Motivation, Imposter syndrome, Health anxiety, College or University Coaching, BIPOC, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Self-Image
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Nicolai Carp
Registered Clinical Counsellor
- Virtual sessions in BC, AB, MB, SK
Nicolai Carp
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Offers free consultation
$160/session
Men's issues, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anger Management, ADHD, Assertiveness, Body Dysmorphia, Childhood trauma, Coping Skills, Motivation, Relationships, Social anxiety, Workplace stress, Intergenerational trauma, Low mood, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Masculinity, Mental performance, Mind-body connection, People pleasing, Personal Growth, Relationship to self and others, Relationship anxiety, Responsibility, Wellness Counselling, Sports Performance, Weight Management
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Vanessa Marie Miller
Registered Clinical Counsellor
- Virtual sessions in BC, AB, ON
Vanessa Marie Miller
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Offers free consultation
$140/session
Women's Health, Spirituality, Weight Management, Chronic Dieting, Family Conflict, Eating disorders, Negative body image
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Cathy Brehaut
Canadian Certified Counsellor
- Offers in-person (Calgary, AB)
- Virtual sessions in AB, BC, MB, NT, SK
Cathy Brehaut
Canadian Certified Counsellor
she/her
Offers free consultation
$180/session
Trauma, Neurodiversity, Meaning and purpose, Attachment, Boundaries and boundary setting, Childhood trauma, Cultural Challenges, Existential questions, Family issues, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration, Intergenerational trauma, Interpersonal dynamics, LGBTQ2IA+, Parts Work, PTSD, Relationships, Self Destructive Behaviour, Somatic Therapy, Suicidal ideation, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Harm Reduction
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Michelle Fox
Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling - Provisional
- Virtual sessions in AB, SK, MB, NL, NT, YT, NU
Michelle Fox
Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling - Provisional
Offers free consultation
$140/session
Aging, Cancer Support, Life transitions, Burnout, Connecting with your Inherent Power, Coping Skills, Empowerment, General Mental Health, Identity and Self-Exploration, Meaning and purpose, Mind-body connection, Mindfulness, Mindfulness Practices, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Negative thinking and ruminating, Nervous system regulation, Overwhelm, Reconnection to Lifeforce Energy & Vitality, Relationship to self and others, Self-Development, Sexuality, Spirituality, Stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Wellness Counselling
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Dianne Shannon
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
- Virtual sessions in AB, BC, MB, NT, NU, ON, SK, YT
Dianne Shannon
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
she/her
Offers free consultation
$140/session
Attachment, Parenting, ADHD, Addiction, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Behavioural Issues, Brain injury, Childhood trauma, Children/Teens, Coming out and identity, Disability, Domestic violence, Empowerment, General Mental Health, Grief and Loss, Group Therapy, Identity and Self-Exploration, LGBTQ2IA+, Self-esteem, Trauma processing, Workplace stress, Adults with Cognitive Disabilities, Harm Reduction
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Samantha Rajchel
Registered Social Worker
- Virtual sessions in ON
Samantha Rajchel
Registered Social Worker
She/Her
Offers free consultation
$180/session
Attachment wounds, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Relationship to self and others, Anxiety, Building Meaningful Connections, Boundaries and boundary setting, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Deep connections, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Highly Sensitive Person, Life transitions, Maternal mental health, Overwhelm, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Personal Growth, Self-Criticism, Self-esteem
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Godfrey Benjamin
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
- Offers in-person (Toronto, ON)
- Virtual sessions in ON
Godfrey Benjamin
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
He/Him
Offers free consultation
$110/session
Self-esteem, Grief and Loss, Harm Reduction, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Meaningful Connections, Christian counselling, Depression, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, General Mental Health, Goal Setting, Identity and Self-Exploration, Intergenerational trauma, Interpersonal dynamics, LGBTQ2IA+, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Men's issues, Meaning and purpose, Suicidal ideation, Understanding & Regulating Emotions
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Christine Lan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
- Virtual sessions in ON
Christine Lan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
She/Her
Offers free consultation
$120/session
Burnout, Relationships, Stress, Anxiety, BIPOC, Boundaries and boundary setting, Career Stress, Coping Skills, Decision making, Familial and social relationships, Family Conflict, Meaning and purpose, Negative thinking and ruminating, Relationship to self and others, Self-Criticism, Transitioning into Adulthood, Workplace stress
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Strength-based therapy focuses on identifying and building upon your existing strengths, resources, and resilience rather than focusing primarily on deficits or pathology. This approach recognizes that you already possess capabilities that can help you overcome challenges and achieve your goals. By amplifying what's working, you can create meaningful change from a foundation of empowerment.

On First Session, you can browse therapists who take a strength-based approach and watch their intro videos to get a sense of their style. All therapists have their credentials verified during onboarding. Whether you prefer online or in-person sessions, you can book directly or request a free consultation to find the right match.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is strength-based therapy?

Strength-based therapy is an approach that emphasizes your inherent strengths, capabilities, and resilience. Rather than focusing primarily on problems or what's wrong, it helps you identify the resources you already have and leverage them to create change. This perspective sees you as the expert on your own life and trusts in your capacity for growth.

How can strength-based therapy help?

Many people find strength-based therapy helpful for building confidence, recognizing their own resilience, and approaching challenges from a place of empowerment. It can support you in reframing difficulties as opportunities for growth, identifying resources you may have overlooked, and developing a more balanced view of yourself that includes your capabilities.

What happens in a strength-based session?

In strength-based sessions, your therapist will help you identify your strengths, past successes, and existing resources. You might explore times you've overcome challenges, recognize skills you take for granted, and consider how to apply these strengths to current difficulties. Sessions are typically collaborative, affirming, and focused on building momentum.

How do I find a strength-based therapist?

On First Session, you can filter by specialty to find therapists who take a strength-based approach. Each therapist has a profile with an intro video so you can get a sense of their style. You can book a session directly online or request a free consultation first. All therapists on the platform have their credentials verified during onboarding.

Is strength-based therapy right for me?

Strength-based therapy may be a good fit if you want an empowering approach that recognizes your capabilities alongside your challenges. It's helpful if you're tired of focusing only on problems and want to build on what's working. Consider booking a consultation with a therapist to discuss whether this approach resonates with you.

How do I get started?

Getting started is simple. Browse strength-based therapists on First Session and watch their intro videos to find someone whose approach resonates with you. Once you've found a match, you can book your first session directly online. Many therapists offer a free 15-minute consultation if you'd like to connect first. Learn more about how to find a therapist in Canada.

You deserve more from therapy.

You made the courageous decision to reach your full potential. Find the right therapist to help get you there, and make the most of the time and money you’re investing in yourself.

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Find a Strength-Based Therapist

Therapists

Areeba Farooq

Areeba Farooq

Amina Purac

Amina Purac

Caitlin Sigouin

Caitlin Sigouin

Cherrisse McWilliams

Cherrisse McWilliams

Nicolai Carp

Nicolai Carp

Vanessa Marie Miller

Vanessa Marie Miller

Cathy Brehaut

Cathy Brehaut

Michelle Fox

Michelle Fox

Dianne Shannon

Dianne Shannon

Samantha Rajchel

Samantha Rajchel

Godfrey Benjamin

Godfrey Benjamin

Christine Lan

Christine Lan

Frequently Asked Questions

You deserve more from therapy.