Therapy at eFIT
At eFIT, our therapy program is grounded in Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)—a powerful, research-based approach that helps individuals transform the underlying emotional patterns that drive ongoing distress.
Our Mission
To support meaningful emotional change—not just symptom management.
We work with individuals facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, emotion dysregulation, and struggles in relationships or self-worth. Whether you’re navigating complex trauma or feeling stuck in recurring emotional cycles, we meet you where you are.
We know how exhausting it can be to constantly manage symptoms through surface-level strategies. At eFIT, we help you go deeper. By working directly with the emotions at the root of your pain, we aim to create lasting internal shifts—so that daily coping doesn’t have to feel like a full-time job, and genuine relief becomes possible.
Why Emotion-Focused Therapy?
At eFIT, we believe that real healing happens when we work with—not around—our emotions. Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) is a deeply validating and evidence-based approach that helps people access, make sense of, and transform the emotional experiences at the core of their struggles
Whether you’re navigating long-standing emotional patterns or simply seeking a more connected, fulfilling life, EFT provides a clear path forward.
Interested in understanding the therapy process in more depth and how we came to adopt it at eFIT?
What we offer
Our services are designed to support meaningful and lasting emotional change. All services are offered virtually across Ontario by our compassionate and skilled team of psychologists.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one sessions with a registered psychologist, tailored to your unique emotional patterns and goals
Group Therapy
EFT groups that offer emotional depth, trauma and emotional processing, shared insight, and community support
Psychodiagnostic Assessments
For individuals or insurance purposes, conducted by experienced clinicians
Dr. Katherine Gardhouse, Ph.D., C.Psych
Director & Founder, Clinical & Health Psychologist
Dr. Tara Gralnick, Ph.D., C.Psych
Cofounder, Director of Clinical Training, Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Amanda Ferguson, Ph.D., C.Psych
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Claire Barnes, Ph.D., R.Psych
Registered Psychologist (B.C.)
Dr. Le-Anh Dinh Williams, Ph.D., C.Psych
Clinical Psychologist
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I am currently struggling with an eating disorder?
Our team of practitioners will ensure safe re-regulation of food and nourishment before adding any activity or exercise that could put you at risk. Our dietitian and psychologists support members to learn to nourish themselves for lifelong health and weight management to support optimal health outcomes.
How does payment work?
For our core Evolve membership package, members pay for their weekly group psychotherapy (eligible for most extended benefits packages) and the rest of the programming (e.g., somatic classes, gym membership and programming, nutritional support) is considered pro bono (i.e., free) as part of your membership package.
What if I don’t have insurance?
Members who do not have extended insurance coverage through their work pay out-of-pocket for the therapy services.
Do you work with WSIB and extended health benefit plans?
Yes! Our psychologists are approved WSIB Mental Health Program of Care providers and accept extended health benefit plans. We can provide WSIB assessments and psychotherapy treatment. We work closely with WSIB and workplace insurers to advocate for and ensure optimal treatment for our members.
What is the cost of therapy?
Therapy costs range from $195-$275/session.