Zeesey Halpern

I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I bring experience working with adults, with a particular passion for supporting young adults as they navigate major life transitions, identity development, and the challenges that come with stepping into adulthood.

Many of the clients I work with come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by persistent negative thoughts, stuck in cycles of people-pleasing, or weighed down by the impact of trauma. They often feel disconnected and exhausted as the strategies that once helped are no longer effective.

In our sessions, we focus on addressing both the immediate stressors you’re facing and the underlying roots of the challenges. To do this, I incorporate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) which offer practical skills for managing emotions and shifting unhelpful thought patterns. I also draw from a psychodynamic lens to explore those deeper patterns that may be shaping your current experiences and relationships.

Above all, I believe that you are the expert in your life and have the resources within to heal. My role is to support you with compassion, curiosity, and evidence-based tools as we work together toward greater self-awareness, growth and meaning in your life. If you are ready to take the first step, or even thinking about it – I would be happy to connect.