The teen years can be a lot, for them and for you. Our therapists meet young people where they are and help with anxiety, low mood, stress and the big changes that come with growing up. Here in Vaughan, and online across Ontario.
Takes 2 minutes. No credit card. No referral needed.
Clinically reviewed by Svetlana Antonyshyn, Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO #001652). Last reviewed June 2026.
Adolescence brings a wave of pressure all at once: school, friendships, identity, social media, family. Big feelings and rocky patches are a normal part of growing up. They are not a sign that something is wrong with your teen, or with you as a parent.
Sometimes those feelings get bigger than a young person can handle on their own, and that is exactly when a little outside support helps. Therapy gives a teen a confidential, judgment-free space that is just theirs, somewhere they can be honest without worrying about being graded, fixed or lectured.
It also gives parents a hand. You get practical guidance on how to support your teen at home, how to talk about hard things, and when to step in or step back. The goal is a young person who feels steadier, more confident, and more like themselves again.
Youth therapy is warm, evidence-based talk therapy made for young people. It gives a teen a safe space to work through anxiety, mood and stress, builds practical coping skills they keep for life, and gives parents real guidance along the way.
Almost every parent wonders where normal teenage moodiness ends and a real struggle begins. Tap a sign you have noticed for a calm, clarifying note. None of these mean panic. They are simply worth paying attention to.
Some ups and downs are a normal part of being a teen. If low or intense moods last for weeks, or start getting in the way of school and friendships, it is worth talking to someone.
Not sure what you are seeing? You do not have to figure it out alone. Talk it through with a therapist, free for 20 minutes.
Every teen is different, and so is what they are carrying. Whatever yours is facing, there is a way through it.
Therapy can centre on your teen, or include you as a parent, depending on what helps most. We figure that out together in the free consult.
A private, confidential space where your young person can speak freely and build their own coping skills, at their own pace and in their own words.
Sometimes the most helpful place to start is you. Parent-focused sessions give you practical ways to support, communicate and stay connected at home.
When the struggle is showing up between you, working together can ease conflict and rebuild trust. Family therapy is available where it fits.
A lot of teens picture being put on the spot. It is the opposite of that. Here is how those first 55 minutes tend to go.
No couch, no interrogation. The therapist keeps it relaxed, explains how confidentiality works, and lets your teen set the pace. There is no wrong thing to say.
Rather than digging into everything at once, the therapist takes time to get to know your teen, what their world is like and what is feeling hard. Trust comes before anything else.
Where it fits, your teen leaves with one simple, doable idea to try, so the session feels useful from day one rather than just talking.
Parents are kept appropriately in the loop while the teen's confidentiality is respected. The therapist explains where that line sits, so everyone knows what to expect.
There is no single script for a young person. Your therapist draws on approaches with strong research behind them and shapes them to fit your teen.
InnerSight was founded by Svetlana Antonyshyn, RP, on the belief that healing should treat the person, not a label. Every therapist here is a Registered Psychotherapist regulated by the CRPO and supported by monthly clinical supervision. InnerSight has been recognized with the Canadian Choice Award for Best Psychotherapist (2026) and named a Best Psychotherapy Clinic in Vaughan, and our therapists are members of the CRPO, CCPA and OAMHP. More about our approach.
Every therapist below is a Registered Psychotherapist who is warm, patient and easy for teens to talk to. Watch a short intro, read their profile, or let us match you in your free consultation.
Not sure who fits? Browse all 25+ therapists or let us match you. You can switch anytime, and your file moves with you.
No hidden fees and no pressure. Most families pay little or nothing out of pocket after insurance.
Meet a therapist, ask anything, and see if it feels right for your teen. No credit card and no obligation.
Most private insurance plans cover a portion of services from a Registered Psychotherapist. We provide receipts for direct claims.
A longer first session to understand the full picture and build the right plan together. Reduced-fee options are also available.
There is no OHIP coverage for psychotherapy, but it is tax-deductible as a medical expense in Canada. Questions about cost? See our reduced-fee program or call us, we are happy to walk you through it.
A 4.9/5 rating across 100+ Google reviews.
“I’ve had the privilege of working with Elnaz for the past year, and I can’t recommend her enough as a therapist. She is not only incredibly helpful, but also deeply resourceful and consistently attentive to my needs. Her thoughtful guidance and support have played a major role in my personal growth, and I’m truly grateful for the positive impact she’s had on my life. She creates a safe and compassionate space where real progress feels possible.”
Tray H. · Google Review
“We have had an amazing experience with our child therapist, Elnaz Bayandor. She is an active listener, genuinely cares for her patients, and has helped us make great progress in the last year working together. I would highly recommend Elnaz to anyone looking for a therapist that is genuinly kind hearted, extremely intelligent, and will provide a safe space for you and your family to learn, grow, and heal.”
Nahal J. · Google Review
“Andrea was amazing!! She was very empathetic and easy to talk to. It’s a very warm and inviting environment.”
Kevin S. · Google Review
We work with teens and young adults. For younger children, ask at your free consultation and we will match you with the right therapist or point you in the right direction.
No referral is needed. You can book a free 20-minute consultation online at psychotherapyclinic.janeapp.com or call (905) 553-9507. Most families have their first full session within a week.
Our therapists protect a teen’s confidentiality so they feel safe to open up, while keeping parents appropriately involved. We explain exactly how this works at the start, so everyone knows what to expect.
This is very common, and it is workable. We go gently and build trust first, never forcing anything. Parents can also start with a session of their own to get guidance while their teen warms up to the idea.
You do not need a crisis to reach out. Early support often helps young people before things build up. If you are worried at all, a free consultation is a good, no-pressure first step.
Yes. We offer secure video sessions anywhere in the province, plus in-person sessions in Vaughan, Woodbridge and Barrie. Many teens find online sessions comfortable and easy to fit around school.
The first 20-minute consultation is free, and individual sessions are $180 for 55 minutes. There is no OHIP coverage, but most private insurance plans cover a portion of services from a Registered Psychotherapist.
It is a relaxed, low-pressure meeting where your therapist gets to know your teen and what would help. There is no agenda to push through, just a chance to feel comfortable and start building trust.
In-person sessions at three locations, plus secure video sessions anywhere in Ontario. Evenings and weekends available.
Online in 2 minutes or by phone. No referral, no credit card.
Talk it through and get matched with the right fit for your young person.
Build skills and confidence, one session at a time.
If you or your teen is in immediate crisis or having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 any time, or call 911. You deserve support right now.
