Therapy in Downtown Toronto

New Moon Psychotherapy

Trauma, sex, and relationship therapy
for people who are done carrying this alone.

We work with sexual trauma, abuse, sexual difficulties, and relationship patterns that keep showing up, even after other therapy hasn't worked. In-person therapy in Downtown Toronto & online across Ontario.

Specialized Trauma, Sex, & Relationship Therapy

CPT, EMDR, IFS, somatic work, and sex therapy approaches for lasting relief.

Flexible Therapy,
On Your Terms

In-person therapy in Toronto & online in ON with daytime, evening, & weekend appointments.

Support For Intimacy & Connection

Therapy to restore trust, deepen relationships & rediscover pleasure without shame.

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Some pain is loud. Some is quiet.

Some lives in your chest on a Tuesday afternoon for no reason you can name. Some shows up the moment you try to get close to someone, or close to yourself.

You might feel like you’re carrying something heavy that nobody else can see. Like you’re behind a pane of glass, watching your life happen without quite being in it. Your body tenses when it shouldn’t. Your mind goes somewhere else when you need it to stay. Relationships feel harder than they look on paper.

You’ve probably been “fine” for a long time. And you’re tired of fine.

At New Moon Psychotherapy, we work with people who are done white-knuckling it and ready to actually feel better. Not perform better. Feel it.

Shame has a way of keeping people silent.

The self-blame runs on a loop: I should be over this by now. I let it happen. Something must be wrong with me.

Sex hurts when it shouldn’t. Desire disappeared after abuse. Erections don’t happen the way they used to. Touch triggers panic or numbness. The same fight keeps replaying in your relationship. Trust shattered after betrayal.

You might feel emotionally out of control one moment and completely shut down the next. You may avoid intimacy, struggle to feel safe in your body, or feel disconnected from the people you care about most.

These reactions aren’t signs of weakness; they’re signs of survival. And they can change.

At New Moon Psychotherapy in Downtown Toronto, we help you release the pain, rise, and move toward the life you want. Over time, trust, laughter, and love can return.

New Moon Psychotherapy | Therapy Downtown Toronto

Our Toronto Therapy Services

We specialize in what others won't touch. We're seriously passionate about trauma recovery, sex therapy, and relationship healing. These aren't side offerings; they're what we do, deeply and well.

New moons symbolise beginnings, by letting go of old emotional and behavioural patterns, we make room for new ones. By processing trauma, we open up new ways of understanding and responding. Over time, this creates more choice, more flexibility, and more relief.

We cannot erase what has happened. But your past experiences are not a life sentence. You can rise from your symptoms and begin living the life you want and deserve. Offering therapy in Downtown Toronto and online across Ontario.

New Moon Psychotherapy

Additional Areas of Support

Trauma, sexual difficulties, and relationship wounds rarely exist in isolation. Anxiety, depression, grief, identity exploration, and major life transitions often show up alongside deeper trauma work. Our team is equipped to support the full picture of your mental health, while keeping trauma-informed care at the centre.

We also provide support for:

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You do not have to live like this forever.

With focused trauma therapy, real change can happen sooner than you might expect. By working through what has happened, you can release the past and begin responding to your life differently.

Our team of trauma therapists in Downtown Toronto is here to help you take that next step.

Your new beginning starts here. 

Meet Our Team

Match With a Therapist in Downtown Toronto

Our therapists in Toronto blend evidence-based care, warmth, & expertise across trauma therapy, sex therapy, & relationship therapy for lasting change. 

Julie Ochman

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Megan Kuo, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Megan Kuo

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Caroline Boutefeu, Registered Psychotherapist
Caroline Boutefeu

Registered Psychotherapist

Olga Aramini, Registered Social Worker
Olga Aramini

Registered Social Worker

Shanen Smith, Registered Psychotherapist
Shanen Smith

Registered Psychotherapist

Laura Dowding Therapist in Training MACP Candidate
Laura Dowding

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Anushka Anand, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Anushka Anand

Registered Psychotherapist

Randi Sears, Registered Social Worker
Randi Sears

Registered Social Worker

Stephanie Haney, Registered Social Worker
Stephanie Haney

Registered Social Worker

Camila Espana, Registered Social Worker
Camila Espana

Registered Social Worker
Relational Specialist

Dylan Mitchell, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Dylan Mitchell

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Ashley Whylly, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Ashley Whylly

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Amy McMillan

Registered Psychotherapist

Reem Toubache, Registered Psychotherapist
Reem Toubache

Registered Psychotherapist

Mary Mikhail, Registered Social Worker
Mary Mikhail

Registered Social Worker

Lisa Zemanovich, Registered Social Worker
Lisa Zemanovich

Registered Social Worker

Kiara Tsagkaris, Registered Psychotherapist
Kiara Tsagkaris

Registered Psychotherapist

Paige Wright, Registered Psychotherapist
Paige Wright

Registered Psychotherapist

Emilia Pacholec, Registered Psychotherapist
Emilia Pacholec

Registered Psychotherapist

Shimoor Mahajan, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Shimoor Mahajan

Registered Psychotherapist

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New Moon Psychotherapy | Therapy Downtown Toronto

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Toronto-based therapy fees vary by service type & therapist experience:

  • Individual Therapy: $160–$250 per session
  • Couple or Family Therapy: $210–$300 per session

We also offer reduced-rate sessions with our master’s-level interns (MSW or MACP) through our clinical training program:

  • Intern Therapy (Individual or Couples): $130 per session
  • Sliding-Scale Options: Available with interns for those needing cost support

If you’d like to know the exact rate for a specific therapist Toronto downtown, you’re welcome to reach out to our intake team. We’re happy to help! You can also see each therapist’s rates on our booking page by clicking their photo and reviewing the services listed. Book online here.

We require 48 hours notice to cancel or reschedule, as your session time is reserved for you, and with less than 48 hours notice, we aren’t able to offer the space to another client who may be waiting. If a downtown Toronto counselling session is cancelled with less than 48 hours notice, or missed entirely, the full session fee is charged. Please note this policy applies to both in-person sessions in Toronto & virtual sessions across Ontario.

Yes! Most of our Toronto therapists downtown offer both in-person & virtual therapy, so you can choose what format works best for you. We welcome clients at our downtown Toronto office in the Fashion District: 130 Spadina Ave. Suites 305 & 402, Toronto, ON M5V 2L4. Prefer home-based therapy? We also provide secure video or phone therapy sessions anywhere in Ontario.

Learn more about our Toronto office space here.
Learn more about virtual therapy here. 

Therapy works best when you actively engage and make it your own. Here’s how to set yourself up for success:

  • Reflect before your session: Think about what you’d like to focus on and how things have been since your last appointment. Jot down any questions, thoughts, or insights you want to explore.
  • Keep a journal: Note insights, experiences, or topics to discuss in your next session.
  • Schedule thoughtfully: Give yourself time before and after sessions to reflect and process emotions. Your therapist can help you develop self-soothing strategies that work for you.
  • Collaborate with your therapist: Be open about what’s working, what isn’t, what you want to focus on, and what you’re not ready to explore yet. Therapy is most effective when you actively shape it. Think of your therapist as a guide. They can suggest where to turn, but you are in the driver’s seat, steering the wheel. 

Choosing a therapist starts with fit. Think about it, you wouldn’t see a paediatrician for a root canal. Bottom line? Specialization matters. While building trust takes time, a brief consultation can help you get a sense of whether a therapist feels like the right match for you.

During this free 15-minute video or phone call, you’ll:

  • Meet the therapist
  • Ask any initial questions
  • Learn about the therapist’s approach to supporting your goals
  • Review fees and appointment availability

If it feels like a good fit, you can schedule an intake appointment in person at our New Moon Toronto office or online anywhere in Ontario. If you’re unsure, our admin team can connect you with another therapist for a consultation—no offense taken! It’s actually really important that you find the right match that feels good for you.

It’s also important to note that you don’t need to decide during this call whether to start therapy. Take your time to think it over, and reach out later to schedule an appointment or request another consultation when you’re ready. 

Have other questions? We’d love to hear from you.

New Moon Psychotherapy

How To Get Started

Let this be your new beginning.

Here’s how to start:
1. Explore our team page to find the right fit
2. Click Book Online to schedule your free 15-minute consultation or first session with a therapist.
3. Email or call us with your questions or your preferred therapist in Toronto.
4. Use the contact form, and our intake team will be in touch soon with next steps.

Therapy in Toronto’s Fashion District with secure online therapy sessions across Ontario. 

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