Lindsey Cepek, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) (ON)

Hi, I’m Lindsey. Reaching out for therapy takes courage, and I want you to feel safe in this first step. If you’ve been struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, or feeling “too much” in relationships, you’re not alone. In our work together, you’ll find a space where your experiences are heard with compassion and where we focus on building the balance, confidence, and connection you’ve been seeking.

Background

I’m a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a focus on helping teens and adults who feel weighed down by anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship struggles. My practice is rooted in evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, EFT, and Psychodynamic therapy, combined with a self-compassion lens. I value creating an authentic, non-judgmental space where clients can deepen their emotional insight, learn practical strategies for emotion regulation, and strengthen their sense of security in themselves and their connections.

Your therapeutic experience with me

Working with me means entering a calm, supportive space where you can slow down, reflect, and truly be yourself. Therapy is collaborative—I’ll guide you with curiosity and care, while offering strategies to help you manage overwhelming emotions, ease anxiety, and shift unhelpful patterns. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your struggles while building tools that support healthier relationships and stronger self-esteem. My clients often describe feeling both understood and empowered, with a clearer path toward lasting change.

Areas of expertise

These represent my core areas of expertise, backed by specialized training and extensive clinical experience.

Attachment

Relationship Issues

Couple Relationship

Anxiety & Worry

Self-esteem & Self-worth

Men's Issues

I also provide skilled support in these additional areas and welcome clients seeking help with these concerns.

Women's Issues

Borderline Personality (BPD)

Bipolar

Depression

Communication

Social Anxiety

Suicidality

Couples With Trauma

Relational Trauma

Emotion Regulation

Fears / Phobias

Therapeutic approaches

These are my primary therapeutic approaches, backed by specialized training and extensive clinical experience.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy

DBT helps with intense emotions and reactivity by teaching concrete skills for distress tolerance, mindfulness, and emotional regulation. For clients experiencing anxiety or attachment challenges, DBT creates space between feeling and reacting—making it easier to respond with clarity instead of impu

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

EFT supports healing through understanding the emotional patterns in relationships. By uncovering attachment needs and reshaping how you connect, EFT helps reduce anxiety in relationships and builds more secure, balanced bonds with yourself and others.

Psychodynamic Therapy

This work explores the deeper roots of anxiety, self-esteem issues, and attachment wounds. By bringing unconscious patterns into awareness, clients gain insight into why they feel “not enough” or “too much,” and can begin to rewrite these long-standing narratives with greater self-compassion.

Compassion Focused Approach

Many clients with anxiety or low self-worth struggle with harsh inner criticism. A self-compassion approach softens this inner voice, helping you treat yourself with the same care you offer others. This practice strengthens resilience, builds self-esteem, and supports secure, authentic relationships

I also incorporate these evidence-based approaches when clinically appropriate:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Person-centered Approach

Client communities & cultural expertise

These are the client communities and cultural backgrounds I have specialized experience supporting.

Client populations I serve

2SLGBTQIA Community

Men

Women

Millenials

Youth And Young Adults

Cultural expertise

2SLGBTQ+

Canadian

Veterans

First And Second Generation Immigrants

Eastern European

Professional credentials

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
- No.14697

College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario

Educational background

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University, Canada

Practice locations & services

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FAQ

How do I pay for sessions?

Upon booking your first session, you will complete a client intake form which stores your credit card information. After your session, the stored card will be automatically charged, and an insurance receipt will be sent to your email. I offer a 20-minute FREE consultation video call to see about fit.

Are my sessions covered by my insurance?

If you have extended coverage (benefits) for Registered Psychotherapists, your sessions should be covered!

What can I expect in our first session?

Our first session is about getting to know each other. I’ll ask some questions to better understand what’s bringing you to therapy and what you’re hoping for. There’s no pressure to dive too deep right away—we’ll go at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

Do I need to have everything figured out?

Not at all. Many people come to therapy feeling unsure, overwhelmed, or stuck. You don’t need to have the right words or a clear goal—we’ll figure things out together.

How long does therapy take?

It really depends on your goals and what you’re working through. Some people come for a few months, others stay longer. We’ll check in regularly to make sure therapy continues to feel useful and aligned with your needs.

How long are the sessions?

All sessions are 50-minutes

Where do the sessions take place?

Sessions occur over secure HIPPA-compliant video. They are 100% confidential and privacy protected.

Immediate crisis support available

If you're experiencing a mental health crisis, help is available right now:

🚨 Call 911 for immediate emergency assistance
💬 Call or text 988 for mental health crisis support and suicide prevention