Mindful Connections Therapy | North York & Online Ontario Therapist

North York and online across Ontario

Thoughtful therapy for the life you are building.

Steady, evidence-informed psychotherapy for adults navigating ADHD, trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. We will help you find what works.

No pressure, no waitlist games. Just a calm first conversation.

The Mindful Connections Therapy office in North York
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CRPO #17942 Neurodiversity-affirming Acquired brain injury (ABI) and trauma-informed In person and online across Ontario Free 15-minute consultation Direct billing available

What we help with

Specialized care, grounded in evidence

Whatever brings you in, you will be met with care and a clear plan. Explore the areas we focus on most.

Our approach

Modalities matched to you, not the other way around

Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. We draw on a range of evidence-informed approaches and tailor the work to what fits your goals, your nervous system, and your pace.

EFT Emotionally Focused IFS Internal Family Systems EMDR CBT Cognitive Behavioural ACT Acceptance and Commitment DBT Dialectical Behaviour Somatic Compassion-focused Mindfulness

Simple, transparent fees

Clear pricing, no surprises

Quality care should come with clarity. Here is exactly what to expect.

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Free consultation
Free
15 minutes, no obligation
Individual session
$170 / 50 min
One-to-one psychotherapy
Couples and family
$200
Relational and family sessions
Direct billing available. We bill many extended health insurers directly, so you may have little or nothing to pay up front. For any plan we cannot bill directly, we provide receipts you can submit for reimbursement.
Sliding scale: $120 to $150. A limited number of reduced-fee spaces are available based on financial need. If cost is a barrier to starting, mention it during your free consultation.
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Meet the practice

Our team

Melissa Huang, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Melissa Huang

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
CRPO #17942 · Founder

Melissa founded Mindful Connections Therapy to offer adults a calm, judgment-free place to do meaningful work. Her style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-informed practice, blending approaches like EMDR, IFS, and somatic work to fit each person.

She has a particular focus on ADHD, trauma, anxiety, and recovery after motor vehicle accidents, and she is committed to neurodiversity-affirming care that meets you where you are.

Our practice is growing. We are thoughtfully welcoming new associate therapists so that more people can find the right fit, with the same standard of warm, professional care.

What to expect

Care that feels considered from the first hello

A genuine fit comes first

Your free consultation is there to make sure this feels right for you, with no pressure either way.

Evidence-informed, always

Approaches like EMDR, CBT, ACT, and IFS, drawn on with intention and tailored to your goals.

In person or online

See us at our North York office or meet securely from anywhere in Ontario, whatever suits your life.

A calm, confidential space

Your privacy and comfort are protected, so you can focus fully on the work that matters to you.

1

Reach out

Book online or call. Tell us a little about what is going on, in your own words.

2

Free 15-minute call

We talk briefly, answer your questions, and see if it feels like a good fit.

3

Decide together

If it feels right, we book your first session. If not, there is no pressure at all.

Questions, answered

It is okay to have questions first

A few of the things people ask before booking. Anything else, just ask on your free call.

What does the free consultation involve?
It's a relaxed 15-minute call, phone or video, whatever feels easier. We say hello, you share a little about what's bringing you in, and you can ask anything. There's no pressure to book ongoing sessions; it's simply a chance to feel out whether we're a good fit.
What does 'Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)' mean?
It means Mindful Connections is led by a fully registered member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), completing the final practice hours toward full registration. The registration number is CRPO #17942.
How much do sessions cost, and do you offer direct billing?
Individual sessions are $170 (50 minutes); couples and family sessions are $200. We offer direct billing to many extended health insurers, so you may have little or nothing to pay up front, and for any plan we cannot bill directly, we provide receipts you can submit for reimbursement. A limited number of sliding-scale spaces ($120 to $150) are also available based on financial need; if cost is a barrier, please just ask.
What is EMDR, and how can it help?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured, evidence-based therapy that can be remarkably effective at helping you finally let go of old memories and incidents that still leave you feeling distressed or upset whenever they come to mind. Something worth sharing: everyone experiences trauma. We tend to picture trauma as the 'big-T' events, an accident, an assault, a sudden loss, but so much of what weighs on us is 'small-t' trauma: the quieter, accumulated hurts, the times we felt unsafe, unseen, or not quite enough. Both kinds can leave a real imprint on the nervous system. Using gentle side-to-side stimulation while you briefly hold a memory in mind, EMDR helps your brain reprocess what it's been holding so it loses its charge; the memory stays, but the distress around it softens. We always move at a pace that feels safe, building steadiness before we ever touch anything painful.
Do you work with people after a car accident (MVA)?
Yes. We support clients recovering from motor vehicle accidents, including anxiety, PTSD, and concussion-related changes. When it's appropriate, we can provide documentation and collaborate with your care team; reach out and we can figure out what works.
How long does therapy usually take?
There's no fixed answer; it depends on what you're working through and what you're hoping for. Some people come for a focused stretch of a few months; others stay longer for deeper work. We'll check in regularly about what's helping, and you're always in charge of the pace and the length.
In person or virtual, and where are you located?
Both. We see clients in person in North York at 1100 Sheppard Ave East, Unit 407 (near Leslie and Sheppard), and virtually anywhere in Ontario. Many people mix the two depending on their week.
Is what I share confidential?
Yes. What you share is private and protected, within the standard legal and ethical limits we'll always be transparent about. Reaching out costs nothing and commits you to nothing.

Ready when you are

Taking the first step is often the hardest part. A free 15-minute consultation is a low-key way to see if we are the right fit, no commitment needed.

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Find the office in North York

In-person sessions are held at 1100 Sheppard Ave East, Unit 407, near Leslie and Sheppard, with parking and TTC access. Prefer to meet online? We also see clients virtually across Ontario.

  • 1100 Sheppard Ave East, Unit 407, North York, ON M2K 2W1
  • Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm · Sat 9am to 2pm · Sun closed
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