“Healing is not about becoming someone new. It's about coming home to yourself.”
Therapy Should Feel Easier to Start
We understand that navigating insurance can be stressful. That’s why we offer direct billing to most major insurance providers in Ontario (British Columbia and USA coming soon). We handle the paperwork so you can focus on your healing. Receipts are also provided immediately after each session for plans requiring manual submission.
Supported Providers Include
Do you...
You don't have to keep doing this alone.
“If you answered yes to any of these, you're not alone—and you don't have to keep pushing through. Therapy can help you feel lighter, clearer, and more like you again.”
Three Steps to Healing
Book Consultation
Schedule a complimentary, confidential 15-minute call. Share what you're facing and what you hope to achieve.
Meet Your Therapist
Get matched with a specialist who understands your unique struggles, whether it's anxiety, burnout, or founder fatigue.
Feel Like Yourself Again
Equip yourself with practical, evidence-based tools to build resilience, restore balance, and navigate life with clarity.
Therapy That Meets You Where You Are
Anxiety
Break free from overthinking, chronic worry, and panic. Reclaim peace of mind.
Burnout
Restore energy, establish hard boundaries, and reconnect with professional fulfillment.
Trauma
Process past wounds and PTSD using evidence-based, compassionate care.
Relationships
Strengthen relational bonds, rebuild trust, and unpack communication hurdles.
ADHD
Develop focus, create strategies, and build organization for executive functioning.
Life Transitions
Navigate career changes, marriage, illness adjustments, or empty nesting with ease.
Depression
Overcome low mood, restore interest, and cultivate a sense of daily hope.
Grief
Process the death of a loved one or profound loss with a gentle, clinical guide.
Teen Therapy
Support for adolescents dealing with academic stress, body image, and emotions.
Couples Therapy
Tailored Gottman Method framework to heal conflicts and rediscover alignment.
Therapy for Founders
Confidential space for entrepreneurs to process isolating challenges and high-stakes decision fatigue.
Workplace Programs
Custom mental health support, workshops, and coaching to build resilient employee teams.
VC & Accelerator Partnerships
Co-founder mediation and advisory services to safeguard startup investments.
Behind Every Successful Business Is Someone Carrying More Than Anyone Sees.
Building a business is one of the most rewarding—and demanding—journeys a person can take. While everyone sees the growth, few see the pressure behind it: the late nights, the high-stakes decisions, and the responsibility of leading others while trying to protect your own well-being.
At Luminare Counselling, we provide confidential, evidence-based mental health support for founders, executives, and growing teams across Ontario (British Columbia and USA coming soon). Because supporting your mental well-being isn’t just good for you—it’s the foundation of a resilient business.
For Founders & Entrepreneurs
“You carry the weight. You don't have to carry it alone.”
Running a business can be incredibly isolating. You often carry conversations you can’t have with employees, clients, or even family. We provide a strictly confidential space to navigate:
- Founder burnout & Decision fatigue
- Imposter syndrome & Performance anxiety
- Work-life integration
- Major business transitions
- Co-founder & leadership dynamics
Sometimes the most valuable support isn’t someone telling you what to do—it’s having a trusted professional who helps you think clearly when the stakes are high.
For Business Owners & Organizations
“Healthy Teams are Your Best Competitive Advantage.”
Burnout rarely begins with someone saying, “I’m struggling.” It starts with disengagement, strained communication, and slipping morale. As a leader, you are responsible for the people who make your business successful.
- • 1 in 5 Canadians experience a mental health challenge annually.
- • 500,000 Canadians are unable to work each week due to mental health issues.
- • The Cost: Replacing a great employee far outweighs the investment in proactive mental health support.
A Personalized Alternative to EAPs
Unlike standard Employee Assistance Programs—which are often impersonal, generic, and limited in scope—we provide bespoke, professional-grade therapy designed specifically for high-performing roles.
Comprehensive Corporate Solutions
of Canadian workers experience daily burnout and high-stress levels.
Supporting workplace mental health is no longer optional—it improves employee retention, increases daily engagement, and boosts team performance. Luminare provides direct, clinical pathways to help teams thrive.
Source: Mental Health Research Canada (MHRC) Workplace Report
Hi, I'm Nitasha
Founder of Luminare Counselling
Registered Social Worker (RSW)
20+ Years Clinical Social Work & Psychotherapy Experience
I established Luminare to be your sanctuary for evidence-based mental health care. Over my two decades of clinical practice, I have specialized in helping professionals, startup founders, families, and high-achieving individuals process burnout, resolve emotional hurdles, and build boundary systems that protect their energy and family life.
Why Choose Luminare?
Licensed Therapists
All clinicians are Registered Social Workers (RSW) in Ontario (BC & USA coming soon).
Evidence-Based Care
CBT, Gottman Method, and SFBT tailored to your exact needs.
Direct Billing
We bill your insurance directly to reduce out-of-pocket stress.
Evening Appointments
Flexible after-hours slots to accommodate your schedule.
Virtual Care
Secure video or phone therapy accessible anywhere in Ontario (BC & USA coming soon).
Secure Platform
100% PHIPA and HIPAA compliant confidential video software.
Compassionate Care
A warm, non-judgmental sanctuary for healing and growth.
20+ Years Experience
Led by clinical directors with deep expertise in psychotherapy.
Trusted by Professionals & Clients
“Nitasha is a true professional who has shown commitment to my patients when they needed it during their vulnerable state. I am grateful for her compassion and support towards her patients/clients. Highly recommend her services.”
Doctor of Family Medicine
“As a startup founder, the pressure was isolating. Luminare gave me actionable tools to manage burnout, handle board-level stress, and protect my mental capital. Essential for anyone leading a team.”
Toronto Accelerator Alumni
“Fundraising, managing payroll, and scaling a team took a massive toll on my sleep and focus. Therapy at Luminare helped me navigate high-stakes decision fatigue and rebuild a healthy boundary between my life and my startup.”
Toronto, ON
Got Questions? We Have Answers.
Our session fees range from $165 to $195 CAD per 50-minute clinical hour, based on your therapist's training and clinical experience. We also offer sliding scale options on a case-by-case basis to ensure care remains accessible.
Yes! We offer direct billing for many major insurance providers in Ontario (British Columbia and USA coming soon), including Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life, Blue Cross, GreenShield, Desjardins, ClaimSecure, and Beneva. This means less out-of-pocket hassle for you.
You can book your complimentary 15-minute consultation directly through our secure online scheduling platform (Jane App) or by calling us at (647) 371-1300. We will help match you to the right specialist.
Typically, we can match you and schedule your initial consultation within 48 to 72 hours of your inquiry. We offer flexible scheduling, including evening appointments, to accommodate busy lifestyles.
Most extended health benefit plans in Ontario (British Columbia and USA coming soon) cover services provided by Registered Social Workers (RSW) and Psychotherapists. We direct-bill where possible and provide standard clinical receipts for manual submission.
Absolutely. The clinical fit is the single most important factor in successful therapy. If at any point you feel that another therapist on our team would be a better fit, we will facilitate a seamless and supportive transition.
Yes, numerous clinical studies show that virtual therapy (telehealth) is just as effective as in-person sessions for managing anxiety, depression, burnout, and ADHD. It also offers increased accessibility, comfort, and flexibility.
Yes, we specialize in high-performance therapy and founder mental health. We address imposter syndrome, fundraising pressure, co-founder conflict, decision fatigue, and systemic burnout using solution-focused frameworks.
Yes, we partner with venture funds, startup incubators, and small businesses to provide mental health infrastructure. We offer EAP alternatives, team wellness programs, and manager consultations to support growing teams.
Ready to Feel Like Yourself Again?
You don't have to do this alone. Book your complimentary 15-minute consultation today.