Individual Therapy
For adults and older adults seeking support with mental health, stress, relationships, trauma, emotional challenges, life transitions and personal growth.
Stresseze Therapy · Ontario
Therapy for Individuals, Couples & Seniors in Ontario
Compassionate, practical counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, self-esteem, communication, anger, loneliness, relationships, emotional regulation, stress and life transitions — with Gabriela Dinca, Registered Psychotherapist (MA, RP, CCC).
(289) 274-4797Video & phone counselling • Private & secure • Daytime, evenings & weekends
Registered Psychotherapist (MA, RP, CCC), registered in Ontario
Member, Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
Certified in trauma care for first responders
Individual, couples and seniors therapy
Private video & phone counselling
Daytime, evening and weekend availability
NIHB-approved provider
Sessions in English and Romanian
Schedule Your Session
Schedule your session with Gabriela
Reaching out is often the hardest part. This short call is simply a chance to talk about what you're looking for, ask questions, and see whether therapy with Stresseze Therapy feels like the right fit — with no obligation.
- Video and phone counselling across Ontario
- Daytime, evening and weekend appointments
- Individual $170 · Couples $225 · Family $250
- Sliding scale available if eligible
- NIHB-approved provider
- Prefer to talk now? Call (289) 274-4797
Therapy Services
Psychotherapy and counselling in Toronto & across Ontario
Every person arrives with a different story. Below are the areas Gabriela works in most often, in person-to-person sessions by video or phone.
Couples Therapy
Support for couples experiencing relationship difficulties, communication challenges, infidelity, trust issues, marital or premarital concerns and other relationship challenges.
Seniors & Older Adult Therapy
Therapy for adults and seniors navigating grief, life transitions, relationships, emotional challenges, stress and other concerns.
Anxiety Therapy
Support for individuals experiencing anxiety, worry, emotional distress and related challenges.
Depression Therapy
Compassionate support for individuals experiencing depression, hopelessness, low self-esteem and emotional distress.
Trauma & PTSD Therapy
Trauma-informed therapy for individuals dealing with trauma, PTSD, stress and difficult life experiences. Gabriela is certified in trauma care for first responders.
Relationship Therapy
Support for relationship difficulties, communication challenges, trust, intimacy, infidelity and navigating major relationship transitions.
Stress Management
Practical support for understanding stress, developing coping skills and creating healthier ways to respond to life's challenges.
Grief Support
Support for individuals navigating grief, loss and major life changes.
Anger Management
Support for developing greater awareness of emotions, coping strategies and healthier communication.
Life Transitions
Support through major changes, uncertainty, adjustment and periods of personal transition.
Self-Esteem & Personal Growth
Support for developing self-awareness, confidence, coping skills and a healthier relationship with yourself.
Domestic Abuse Support
A private, non-judgmental space to talk through the emotional and psychological impact of domestic abuse, at a pace that feels safe for you.
Communication Challenges
Therapy focused on improving communication, understanding patterns and developing healthier interpersonal relationships.
Marital & Premarital Therapy
Support for couples preparing for marriage or working through marital challenges.
Family Therapy
Support for families working through conflict, communication breakdowns, parenting concerns, caregiving stress and major transitions, with space for each family member to be heard.
NIHB Indigenous Peoples
Culturally informed counselling for First Nations and Inuit clients, available through Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB). Gabriela is an NIHB-approved provider.
First Responders & Trauma Care
Specialized trauma-informed care for first responders, including PTSD, stress and trauma recovery.
Specialties
Areas I can help with
If what brings you here isn't listed, you are still welcome to reach out and ask.
- Infidelity
- Individuals & Couples Therapy
- Relationship Issues
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Communication Challenges
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- NIHB First Nations People
Relationships
Support for Relationships, Couples & Individuals
Relationships carry a lot of what we feel day to day. Whether you come on your own or together, therapy offers a calm, non-judgmental space to understand what is happening between you and what you would each like to change.
- Communication challenges
- Infidelity
- Trust issues
- Marital difficulties
- Premarital concerns
- Relationship transitions
- Emotional disconnection
- Rebuilding healthier relationship patterns
Trauma & PTSD
Trauma-Informed Therapy & PTSD Support
Difficult experiences can stay with the body and mind long after they end. Gabriela offers a safe, steady and supportive environment to work through trauma at a pace you set, with a compassionate, personalized and culturally informed approach.
- Certified trauma care for first responders
- Trauma-focused approaches
- EMDR
- PTSD support
- Stress and trauma recovery
- Compassionate and personalized care
Who We Support
People Gabriela works with
Stresseze Therapy welcomes adults of all ages and backgrounds. Sessions are available in English and Romanian.
- Adults
- Seniors and older adults
- Individuals
- Couples
- First responders
- Indigenous / First Nations clients
- People experiencing anxiety
- People experiencing depression
- People navigating grief
- People experiencing trauma or PTSD
- People dealing with relationship difficulties
- People dealing with stress
- People navigating life transitions
Therapeutic Approaches
Evidence-informed approaches, matched to you
Gabriela integrates different evidence-informed therapeutic approaches depending on each client's needs and goals.
- Compassion Focused
- Eclectic
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Gottman Method
- Hypnotherapy
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Psychoanalytic
- Psychodynamic
- Relationships and Couples Therapy
- Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Trauma Focused
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
"I use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) to help you gain clarity and take actionable steps toward change. In our first session, we'll explore your reasons for seeking therapy and identify strategies for progress. We'll examine how thoughts shape emotions and experiences while discovering solutions that empower you."
Meet Gabriela
Gabriela Dinca, MA, RP, CCC
Working with you is a privilege. Gabriela is passionate about supporting clients in living a fulfilling life while creating a safe, supportive space where they can feel heard and understood.
Therapy can be a place to be heard, to build trust, and to explore difficult experiences with someone alongside you. Together you can develop greater self-awareness, build courage, develop coping skills, improve your relationships, navigate life transitions and move toward healing and resilience.
Gabriela provides culturally informed, compassionate, practical and personalized therapy for individuals, couples, older adults, First Nations and Indigenous clients, and first responders. Sessions are available in English and Romanian.
Credentials & training
- Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
- MA (MACP), Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
- B.A. (Hons.), Kinesiology and Health Sciences, York University
- Certificate in Stress Management Education, York University
- Member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
- Certified in trauma care for first responders
- NIHB-approved provider
Online Therapy in Ontario
Private Video & Phone Counselling
Meet from wherever you feel most comfortable — no commuting, no traffic, no waiting rooms.
- Video counselling available
- Phone counselling available
- Private and secure
- Daytime availability
- Evening availability
- Weekend availability
- Convenient if you prefer remote therapy
- No commuting or traffic
Fees & Insurance
Clear, transparent session fees
Knowing what therapy costs before you start makes the first step easier.
Individual sessions
$170
Couples sessions
$225
Family therapy
$250
Sliding scale
A sliding scale is available if eligible. Please ask during your free consultation.
Payment methods
Mastercard · Visa · E-transfer
NIHB Approved Provider
Gabriela is an approved provider under Non-Insured Health Benefits (First Nations).
Insurance & Coverage
Clients use a wide range of extended health and benefit plans, including out-of-network plans. Coverage for psychotherapy differs from plan to plan, and being listed here does not mean a plan covers every service. Please verify your coverage with your insurance provider.
- Any Out-of-Network Insurance
- IA Financial Group
- Beneva
- SSO
- Blue Cross
- Johnston Group
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Manion
- Canada Life
- Manulife
- Chambers of Commerce Group
- Medavie Blue Cross
- Cowan Insurance Group
- Meridian
- Desjardins
- Non-Insured Health Benefits / First Nations
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Pacific Blue Cross
- Empire Life
- Retired Teachers of Ontario
- Equitable Life of Canada
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police
- First Canadian Health
- Sun Life
- First Nations Health Authority
- The Co-operators
- Great-West Life
- Green Shield Canada
- Homewood Health
- Veterans Affairs Canada
- WSIB
FAQ
Common questions about therapy with Stresseze Therapy
If you are finding it hard to cope with stress, anxiety, low mood, grief, trauma, a relationship difficulty or a life change, therapy can give you a place to be heard and to work through it. A free 15-minute consultation is a no-pressure way to ask questions and see whether working with Gabriela feels like a good fit.
Individual therapy, couples therapy and therapy for seniors and older adults, with support for anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, grief, relationship issues, communication challenges, anger management, stress management, life transitions and self-esteem.
Yes. Gabriela works with couples on communication challenges, infidelity, trust issues, marital and premarital concerns and relationship transitions.
Yes. Individual therapy is available for adults and older adults seeking support with mental health, stress, relationships, trauma, emotional challenges, life transitions and personal growth.
Yes. Gabriela works with seniors and older adults navigating grief, life transitions, relationships, emotional challenges and stress.
Yes. Private and secure video and phone counselling is available, with daytime, evening and weekend appointments.
Yes. Gabriela offers trauma-focused, trauma-informed therapy for trauma, PTSD, stress and difficult life experiences, with a compassionate, personalized and culturally informed approach.
Yes. Gabriela is certified in trauma care for first responders and offers support with PTSD, stress and trauma recovery.
Yes. EMDR is one of the therapeutic approaches Gabriela draws on, alongside other trauma-focused and evidence-informed approaches, depending on your needs and goals.
Individual sessions are $170, couples sessions are $225 and family therapy sessions are $250. A sliding scale is available if eligible.
Many extended health plans include coverage for services provided by a Registered Psychotherapist, and Gabriela works with clients using a wide range of insurers, including out-of-network plans. Coverage varies by plan, so please verify your coverage with your insurance provider.
Yes. Gabriela is an NIHB-approved provider (Non-Insured Health Benefits / First Nations).
Stresseze Therapy is based in Toronto, Ontario (M2R and M3C), serving Toronto neighbourhoods including Don Mills and Westminster-Branson, as well as Pembroke and Petawawa, with video and phone counselling available.
Call (289) 274-4797 or complete the consultation request form on this page, and Stresseze Therapy will be in touch to arrange your free 15-minute consultation.
Not sure where to start? Start with a conversation.
A free 15-minute consultation is a simple way to ask questions, describe what you're going through and find out whether working together feels right.