Present Mind

05/20/2026

Advice from Top Couples Therapists

To help make sense of the inexact science of love and partnership, I reached out to six of the most talented and in-demand couples therapists I know. What follows is their most essential advice — hard-won from years in the room with real couples navigating real struggles. Whether you're in a relationship that's thriving, one that's strained, or somewhere beautifully in between, there is something here for you.

Read more: https://www.present-mind.ca/blog/advice-from-top-couples-therapists

05/15/2026

Get to know Iris Glaser in this Flip the Script: Interview with a Therapist
Learn more: https://www.present-mind.ca/iris-glaser

05/10/2026

In honor of Mother’s Day, we’re sharing this mindful breathing meditation created by a child (age 5).

A simple reminder to pause, breathe deeply, think about the good things, and enjoy a moment of calm together.

Wishing all mothers, caregivers, and families a peaceful and enjoyable day.

05/09/2026

Couples therapist, Kim Tanzer, MSW, RSW shares healthy communication strategies for couples.

"The way we learn to handle big emotions often begins in our family of origin. Unless our parents modeled how to talk about feelings and repair after conflict, we tend to carry unhealthy patterns into adulthood."

by Kim Tanzer, MSW, RSW Learning to communicate with emotional intelligence is a skill most of us were never taught. The way we learn to handle big emotions often begins in our family of origin. Unless our parents modeled how to talk about feelings and repair after conflict, we tend to

04/07/2026

Please join us in congratulating Iris Glaser, MACP, RP (Qualifying) on completing Gottman Method Couples Therapy Levels 1 and 2 through the Gottman Institute.

This is a meaningful milestone that reflects Iris' dedication to helping couples build stronger, more connected relationships. The Gottman Method is grounded in decades of research and offers practical, effective tools for improving communication, navigating conflict, and deepening emotional intimacy.

Please join us in celebrating this accomplishment and Iris' commitment to providing high-quality, evidence-based care for the individuals and couples we serve.

03/27/2026

We believe in making high-quality mental health care more accessible.

Some of our clinicians offer a limited number of reduced-rate appointments, most often available with therapists earlier in their careers.

Reduced Rate Individual & Couples Therapy
$125

Connect with us to explore your options:
https://www.present-mind.ca/

02/03/2026

Aakhansha is a compassionate and effective therapist. She is now accepting new clients. She has availability for in-person and virtual sessions. Learn more and book an appointment: https://www.present-mind.ca/aakhansha-varghese

01/27/2026

We are excited to announce that David Stefanos, MSW, RSW has joined our clinical team! David is a skilled therapist who works with teens and adults. He shares, "I believe it is a profound privilege to walk alongside clients as they discover their strength and resilience in the face of life’s challenges. My work is grounded in evidence-based practices, including CBT and DBT, and informed by a trauma-sensitive approach."He is available for virtual appointments.
Learn more and schedule with David: https://www.present-mind.ca/david-stefanos

01/21/2026

Are you interested in advancing scientific understanding of how depressive symptom affect relationships? Here is an opportunity to participate in a research study conducted by the Dozois Mood Lab at Western University.

-Conducted entirely online (remote participation)

-1 baseline survey + 14 short daily surveys + 3- and 6-month follow-ups

-Focused on improving our understanding of how partners support each other during this time

-Participants receive compensation

- Total time commitment is approximately 2 hours of surveys spread across 6 months.

01/19/2026

Therapist, Aakhansha Varghese, RP (Qualifying), is now offering Walk and Talk Therapy in Toronto!

If sitting in a quiet office talking about your feelings feels awkward or uncomfortable, you’re not alone. Many people want therapy but struggle with the traditional setup. Sitting face-to-face, wondering what to say or how you look, it can be a lot. That’s where walk and talk therapy comes in.

Walk and Talk therapy is exactly what it sounds like. You and your therapist meet outdoors and talk while walking together, often in a park or quiet neighbourhood. The therapy itself is the same. The only difference is the setting and for some people, that change makes a big impact.

Learn more and schedule an appointment for Walk and Talk Therapy: https://www.present-mind.ca/blog/walk-and-talk-therapy