Our therapeutic approach
We use systemic therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and collaborative approaches to foster understanding and growth...
Couples & Family Counselling
Strengthening relationships and communication within families
Registered clinicians
Registered with CRPO or OCSWSSW; see each profile for the exact designation
Insurance covered*
Receipts and invoices provided after each session
In-person & virtual
Thornhill office or secure video in ON, AB, BC, MB & SK
You're in the right place if
The things we help with every day.
Our counselling helps couples and families navigate conflict, improve communication, and build stronger bonds...
Communication breakdowns
Parenting conflicts
Trust and intimacy issues
Blended family challenges
Divorce or separation support
Conflict resolution
Family transitions
Managing stress together
What to expect
Sessions focus on identifying patterns, practicing new communication skills, and resolving conflicts collaboratively...
What the research says
Decades of research on relationships show that communication breakdown is one of the strongest predictors of marital dissatisfaction and conflict. Evidence-based approaches such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and systemic family therapy are proven to reduce conflict, increase empathy, and improve long-term relational stability.
Going a little deeper
Couples and family therapy provides a space to address recurring patterns of misunderstanding, unmet needs, and role stressors. Interventions are designed to promote healthier conflict resolution, secure attachment, and collaborative problem solving. Studies demonstrate that couples who participate in therapy together experience higher satisfaction, better parenting outcomes, and more resilient family structures.
Who you would work with
Meet the whole teamRegistered clinicians who do this work.
Yakov IliabaevRegistered Psychotherapist (RP)In person in Thornhill & onlineAnxiety and depressionADHD and neurodivergenceCouples and family conflict
Sivan IbragimovRegistered Psychotherapist (RP)In person in Thornhill & onlineAnxiety and stressPostpartum and the transition to parenthoodRecovery after a motor vehicle accident
Rachel KarantayerPsychotherapist & Art Therapist (Qualifying)In person in Thornhill & onlineAnxiety and depressionADHD, OCD, and autism spectrumSelf-regulation and daily living skills
Format, fees and insurance
What to expect practically.
In person in Thornhill
1118 Centre Street, Suite #205, Thornhill, ON L4J 7R9. Evening hours Monday to Thursday, Friday until 2 PM, and Sunday appointments.
Or online
Secure video sessions for clients anywhere in Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. Same clinicians, same session length.
Fees and insurance
Sessions are billed per session and the fee depends on the clinician; we confirm it on your free consultation before anything is booked. Receipts for extended health insurance after every session, and direct billing with many insurers where your plan allows it.
Start with a free consultation
A 30-minute call with our matching team, by phone or video, with no obligation. Most first sessions follow within one to two weeks.
Related
Nearby on the site.
- Couples Counselling in Thornhill, Ontario
- Individual Counselling
- Postpartum & Perinatal Support
- Article: The Power of Boundaries in Healthy Relationships
- Article: Why Finding the Right Therapist Matters for You and Your Partner
- Free virtual consultation: how it works
- Our clinicians, credentials and languages
Good to know
Questions people ask us.
Do both partners need to attend?
It is ideal for both partners to attend sessions together to address the issues in the relationship collaboratively, but we can also work with one partner when needed or is able to attend the session.
How many sessions are typical?
Many couples see improvement in 8–12 sessions, especially when they are both engaged and consistent in the process. However, the amount of sessions may depend on what the therapist recommends, which will be decided upon the complexity of the issues being addressed.
Do we both have to attend?
For couples work, yes, both partners attend the sessions, though the therapist may meet each of you individually early on. If your partner is not ready, individual relationship therapy is a real option and often changes the dynamic on its own.
How is family therapy different from couples therapy?
Family therapy brings in whoever the difficulty involves, often parents and a teen or adult children and a parent, and works on the patterns between everyone rather than one relationship. The therapist decides with you who should be in the room for which sessions.
Ready when you are.
Take the first step toward positive change. Our compassionate therapists are here to support you.