Who We Help
Virtual therapy designed to meet you wherever life takes you.
At Lumos Counselling & Psychotherapy, we provide compassionate, evidence-based online therapy for individuals, couples, teens, and students across Ontario.
We support clients experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, and life transitions, as well as those seeking personal growth and improved well-being.
Through secure virtual sessions, we focus on practical tools, insight, and meaningful change that fits your everyday life.
Individual Therapy
Start your journey toward personal growth. Book your free online consultation today.
We provide compassionate, evidence-based online therapy for individuals across Ontario. Sessions are tailored to your needs, whether you are navigating stress, anxiety, depression, or seeking personal growth and support through life transitions.
Challenges Clients Face
Many individuals seek therapy for:
Feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed
Difficulty managing stress or emotions
Life transitions or career pressures
Low self-esteem or self-doubt
How Therapy Helps
Through evidence-based techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and emotion-focused approaches, therapy helps you develop coping strategies, improve emotional regulation, and gain clarity to navigate life’s challenges.
Example Scenario:
A client struggling with anxiety may learn practical strategies to manage daily stressors, identify negative thought patterns, and regain a sense of calm and control.
Couples Counselling
Strengthen your relationship. Schedule your online couples consultation and start building stronger connections.
Our online couples counselling offers a supportive space to improve communication, work through conflict, and strengthen connection. We work with couples at all stages of their relationship, from new partnerships to long-term commitments.
Challenges Couples Face
Common concerns include:
Communication breakdowns or recurring conflicts
Emotional distance or intimacy issues
Trust challenges or past relationship trauma
Preparing for major life transitions together
How Therapy Helps
Using emotion-focused therapy, Gottman methods, and solution-focused strategies, couples learn to communicate effectively, rebuild trust, and deepen connection. Therapy guides partners toward mutual understanding and practical solutions for real-life relationship challenges.
Example Scenario:
A couple experiencing frequent arguments may learn techniques to manage conflict, express needs constructively, and reconnect emotionally.
Our therapist-led online groups offer structured support for individuals navigating shared challenges. These groups provide a safe space to connect with others, build coping strategies, and learn through shared experience.
Challenges Group Members Face
Participants often seek group support when experiencing.
Anxiety, stress, or emotional overwhelm
Major life transitions or identity shifts
Grief, loss, or fertility-related challenges
Feeling isolated or alone in their experience
Wanting connection with others
How Group Therapy Helps
Through structured group sessions using CBT, mindfulness, psychoeducation, and supportive discussion, participants gain practical tools, emotional validation, and new perspectives. Group therapy also helps reduce feelings of isolation by creating meaningful connections with others navigating similar challenges.
Current Groups
South Asian Fertility Support: A Cultural Wellness Circle
Monthly Open Group | Navigating Tradition, Expectation, and Hope
Starting March 24 from 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
This dedicated space is designed for individuals of South Asian descent navigating the complexities of the fertility journey. The group provides a culturally attuned environment to explore the intersections of family expectations, traditional values, cultural identity, and reproductive health.
Each monthly gathering introduces a new theme, creating space for reflection, shared experiences, and compassionate dialogue. Participants benefit from community support, cultural understanding, and collective healing while navigating fertility-related challenges.
Upcoming Groups
Steady Ground: The DBT Skills Lab
5 Weeks | Finding Balance Through Connection
Navigate life’s storms with a toolkit designed for stability and emotional balance. This skills-based group explores the four core pillars of DBT: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
The final week focuses on self-compassion, helping participants integrate the skills learned while cultivating a kinder relationship with themselves.
Dates will be announced soon.
Shifting the Lens: A CBT Journey
6 Weeks | Foundational Skills for Cognitive Growth
This structured group guides you through the architecture of your thoughts. From mastering the Thought Record to building weekly resilience practices, participants learn how to identify cognitive patterns, challenge unhelpful thinking, and develop healthier perspectives.
Through guided CBT exercises and collaborative discussion, this program helps participants build lasting cognitive tools for everyday life.
Dates will be announced soon.
We offer confidential online therapy for teens, supporting emotional, social, and academic challenges. Our focus is on building resilience, self-awareness, and healthy coping skills in a supportive environment.
Challenges Teens Face
Many teens struggle with:
Stress from school, peers, or family expectations
Social pressures and identity formation
Anxiety, depression, or mood swings
Navigating friendships and romantic relationships
How Therapy Helps
How Therapy Helps / Approaches Used:
Using CBT, mindfulness, narrative therapy, and supportive counseling, teens develop emotional regulation skills, build self-confidence, and learn strategies to handle social and academic pressures effectively.
Example Scenario:
A teen experiencing social anxiety may gain coping skills, improve communication, and feel more confident in school and social settings.
We support college and university students navigating academic pressure, life transitions, and personal challenges. Flexible scheduling and sliding scale options are available to improve accessibility during this stage of life.
Challenges Students Face
Students often encounter:
Academic stress and pressure to perform
Anxiety, depression, or burnout
Social and relationship challenges
Navigating identity, independence, and life transitions
How Therapy Helps
Through CBT, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and supportive counseling, students develop effective stress management, coping strategies, and personal resilience to thrive both academically and personally.
Example Scenario:
A student struggling with exam stress may learn time management strategies, mindfulness techniques, and confidence-building skills to reduce anxiety and perform at their best.
Clinical Supervision
Strengthen your clinical practice. Book a supervision consultation to support your professional growth.
Our online supervision group supports Registered Psychotherapists (Qualifying) and Canadian Certified Counsellors (Qualifying) in developing clinical skills and reflective practice.
Sessions are held on the first Tuesday of every month from 2:15–3:15 PM EST and focus on case discussion, ethical decision-making, and professional growth in a supportive peer environment.
Challenges Clinicians Face
Supervisees may seek support with:
Case conceptualization and treatment planning
Ethical dilemmas and professional boundaries
Skill development and confidence in practice
Burnout prevention and reflective practice
How Supervision Helps
Through reflective supervision, case consultation, and evidence-based guidance, supervisees receive mentorship to strengthen clinical competence, navigate complex cases, and enhance professional confidence.
Example Scenario:
A therapist facing challenges with a complex client case may receive guidance on intervention strategies, ethical considerations, and self-care approaches to ensure effective practice.
Taking the first step can feel big, but you don’t have to do it alone. Let us know what kind of support you’re looking for and which clinician you’d like to connect with and we’ll get back to you within 24–48 hours.
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416-258-0545
