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Toronto Psychology & Wellness Group Toronto Psychology & Wellness Group (TPWG) provides psychological services, consultation, training and workshops within the Greater Toronto Area. www.tpwg.ca

Toronto Psychology & Wellness Group (TPWG) provides individual and group therapy to adolescents and adults, as well as assessments, consultation, training, and workshops withing the Greater Toronto Area. Dr. Nina Mafrici and Dr. Michele Foster established TPWG with the shared goal of creating a clinic that prioritizes evidence-based treatment with a client-centered and collaborative focus. They each have over 10 years clinical experience in the treatment and diagnosis of a broad range of mental health difficulties. Thank you for visiting our page and please feel free to get in touch should you have any questions or wish to book an appointment.

09/28/2026

There’s rarely just one reason someone develops an eating disorder.

Dr. Rachel Barrett, TPWG’s Eating Disorder Program Paediatrician, reminds us that genetics, mental health, stress, environment, diet culture and social media can all play a role, and restricting food or dieting can increase the risk, too.

Most importantly, eating disorders are not anyone’s fault, and they can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, background, body type or size.

Understanding the “why” can help us replace blame with compassion and recognize when someone may need support.

If you or someone you know needs support, please reach out.

09/24/2026

When anxiety kicks in, sometimes the best place to start is with the body.

Box breathing is a simple strategy kids (and adults!) can use almost anywhere:

Breathe in for 4.
Hold for 4.
Breathe out for 4.
Pause for 4.

You don’t have to feel completely calm for it to be working. Even one or two rounds can help your body slow down and feel a little safer.

Then comes the next question: Is what I’m worried about within my control?

A simple tool to practice now, so it’s easier to reach for when those big feelings show up.

09/22/2026

30 minutes of scrolling can be a LOT for a young brain to process.

Comparison. FOMO. Bad news. Hurtful comments. Perfectly curated lives. And unlike the school hallway or recess, it doesn’t stop until they put the phone down.

Social media isn’t all bad, but it’s important to help kids understand what they’re actually seeing... a small, carefully selected piece of someone else’s life.

And to remind them that so much of what helps us feel connected, confident and good about ourselves happens away from the screen.

Real friends. Real experiences. Real life. ❤️

Coaching is about far more than teaching the game. Join TPWG psychologists for Beyond the Bench, a free virtual workshop...
09/19/2026

Coaching is about far more than teaching the game. Join TPWG psychologists for Beyond the Bench, a free virtual workshop designed for youth hockey coaches at all levels.
We’ll share practical, psychology-based strategies to help coaches support player mental health, build confidence, strengthen motivation, communicate more effectively, and ultimately help players perform at their best, both individually and as a team. Coaches will be given a copy of our toolkit filled with strategies to support the season ahead.
🏒 Thursday, October 8 at 7:00 PM
💻 Virtual
🎟️ Free
All coaches will also receive a practical Coach’s Toolkit with strategies to use throughout the season.
Register at http://www.tpwg.ca/events or scan the QR code above. Link in bio.

09/17/2026

School can bring up big feelings. So can sports, friendships, changes at home… and just being a kid.

The problem isn’t having big feelings. It’s not knowing what to do when they show up.

That’s why these conversations matter. 🤍

Ask your child:
“What helps you when you’re feeling overwhelmed, worried or upset?”
“What helps you calm down?”
“What can you do when you have big feelings?”

You might be surprised by their answer, and you’re helping them build tools they can carry with them long after the conversation ends.

09/15/2026

Autism means experiencing and understanding the world a little differently... and different doesn’t mean less capable.

Children with autism may communicate differently, have deep and specific interests, or find certain things more challenging. They also have their own unique strengths, skills and ways of thinking.

The goal isn’t to change who they are. It’s to recognize their strengths, understand where they may need support, and give them the tools and environment they need to succeed.

09/10/2026

Sometimes the best reminders come from your peers.

We asked teens: “What’s one thing you wish other kids and teens knew?”

Their answers were simple, but important: your past doesn’t have to define you, your actions have an impact, and you never really know what someone else might be going through.

A good reminder for all of us to lead with a little more kindness, empathy and understanding.

09/08/2026

Sport can give kids so much more than physical activity.

It can be where they find their people, build confidence, learn how to handle setbacks, and discover what they’re capable of.

But those benefits don’t come from sport alone. They come from the environment we create around it.

When young athletes feel supported, safe to make mistakes, and valued for who they are, not just how they perform, sport can become an incredibly powerful tool for their mental health and development.

Because the goal isn’t just to build better athletes. It’s to help build confident, resilient young people who carry those skills far beyond the field, court or rink.

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3080 Yonge Street, Suite 5090/5012
Toronto, ON
M4N3N1

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+16473445448

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