Exploring Faith, Meaning, and Spiritual Wounds
Spirituality is deeply personal. For some, it’s rooted in cultural traditions or religion. For others, it’s a quiet sense of connection to something greater, purpose, or wonder. But wherever you are on your spiritual journey, you don’t have to walk it alone.
Many people come to therapy carrying spiritual wounds which may include pain from experiences that left them feeling disconnected from their community, faith, or even themselves.
What is Spiritual Wound?
A spiritual wound can be deep or subtle. It might come from a crisis of faith, cultural disconnection, or religious trauma. Sometimes it shows up as anxiety, depression, or a persistent sense of unworthiness. Other times, it’s a quiet ache, a longing for belonging, meaning, or a sense of home within yourself.
Therapy can help you gently tend to these wounds. Not by offering quick answers, but by creating space to explore, grieve, reconnect, and heal.
When Should You Ask For Help?
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If you are experiencing exclusion, guilt, or shame in the name of faith
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If you are feeling lost after leaving a spiritual community or feeling called to return to one
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If you are struggling with a sense of purpose or existential fear
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If you grew up in a strict religious environment and are now questioning what you believe
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If you have had intuitive or spiritual experiences that are hard to talk about
We Honour All Beliefs and Backgrounds
Our therapists are here to support you whether you’re deconstructing, rebuilding, or just starting to ask questions. We work with people from all spiritual, religious, agnostic, and cultural backgrounds. There is no pressure to believe in anything other than your own capacity for growth.
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Building inner clarity, peace, and self-trust
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Exploring life's big questions like death, grief, meaning, and purpose
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Integrating spiritual practices into your healing (if aligned with your values)
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Navigating a faith deconstruction or transition
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Processing religious exclusion or trauma
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Reconnecting with your cultural or spiritual roots
How To Get Started
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Find the right therapist.
Browse our team to find a therapist whose experience and approach resonate with you.
Learn more about our clinicians here.
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Schedule an appointment.
Schedule a time that works for you, no referral needed. Choose between in-person or virtual sessions.
Book your appointment here.
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Begin your sessions.
Start your therapy journey with support tailored to your goals, at your own pace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? We've got answers.
We offer a quick online Therapist Matching Quiz where you can answer a few questions and receive personalized recommendations for therapists tailored to your identity, preferences, and needs.
No referral is needed to book a therapy or counselling session at CWCP. You can contact us directly or book online. No doctor’s note required. If you have extended health benefits, you will want to confirm whether a physician’s note is required by your insurer for the purpose of benefits coverage.
Most extended health benefit plans cover therapy with a registered psychotherapist or a registered social worker. Check with your provider to confirm whether your coverage includes a provincially registered psychotherapist, registered psychologist, or registered social worker (RSW only or MSW / RSW).
Individual sessions can be 50- or 80-minutes in duration. Relationship sessions are typically 80-minutes in duration. Family therapy is typically 110-minutes in duration.
Yes. CWCP is proud to offer 2SLGBTQIA+-affirming care. Many of our clinicians have lived experience or specific training in queer-informed, gender-affirming, and anti-oppressive approaches. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental space where all identities are honoured and celebrated.
Yes, CWCP offers virtual therapy sessions via a secure telehealth platform. Online therapy is a flexible option for clients who prefer to receive care from the comfort of their home.
Your first session can take anywhere between 50 - 80 minutes. During this session, you and your clinician will discuss your presenting concerns (i.e., why have you reached out for counselling services), your background (e.g., family, medical, social, etc.), gain a general understanding of what you seek from counselling, and identify how our services might support your process. You and your clinician will decide on the frequency of meetings.
Yes. CWCP is fully accessible for individuals with a range of mobility needs. Our clinic is located on the second floor of 491 Church Street and can be accessed through a street-level, graded entrance with double doors, one equipped with a push-button opener leading directly to an elevator.
We offer mobility-accessible, all-gender restrooms and treatment rooms designed to ensure a safe and inclusive experience for all clients.
If you have specific accessibility needs, please contact us in advance. We’re happy to discuss how we can best support your mobility needs.
In-Person and Online Sessions Available
We offer flexible options to meet your needs, whether that means visiting our clinic in downtown Toronto at Church Wellesley or connecting virtually from anywhere in Ontario. Your comfort comes first.
Our clinic is conveniently located just a short walk from Wellesley Subway Station.
Our Location
Our clinic is located in the heart of downtown Toronto, within the vibrant and inclusive Church-Wellesley community. Easily accessible by transit, our space is designed to be welcoming, affirming, and comfortable, whether you’re visiting us in person or connecting virtually from anywhere in Ontario.
491 Church St, Toronto, ON M4Y 2C6
Get in touch!
Feel free to email us or simply send your question using the contact form below.
📞 647-358-5815
📧 info@cwcp.ca