Therapists

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Father Botrous Philopos

Individual, Couple, and Family Therapist

About Fr. Botrous Philopos

I have a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families through their walks in life.  I endeavour to provide a professional, safe, non-judgmental, compassionate, and positive atmosphere to empower you.

My clinical training includes a variety of therapeutic modalities, such as psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), emotionally-focused therapy (EFT), solution-focused therapy (SFT) and experiential modalities.  I tailor the most suitable therapeutic approach to help you pursue the changes you need to reach your goals.

I have helped clients with a wide variety of issues, including relationship conflicts, emotional disconnection in couples, parenting, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and other issues.

Your time is valuable, and so is your well-being. Don’t delay the care you deserve—book a session or connect with our intake team today

Father Botrous looking at the camera and smiling

Father Botrous Philopos

Individual, Couple, and Family Therapist

Please contact us today or complete our “Request Your First Counselling Session” form to schedule your first counselling session.

faq's

A psychotherapist (also commonly referred to as a “therapist” or a “counsellor”) helps with emotional and mental health problems in individuals, couples, and families through a variety of therapeutic approaches.  In 2007, the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC) defined psychotherapists in Ontario as “regulated health professionals,” which means that all psychotherapists in Ontario need to be licensed members of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and to utilize the formal title of “Registered Psychotherapist (RP).”

A Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) holistically believes that your relationships with others (for example, with your family members) represent an essential aspect of your life and personal well-being and that your counselling process is more effective if he or she fully considers all of your relationships within her or her treatment plan for you.  A Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is a Pre-Clinical Fellow within the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT).

A psychotherapist (also commonly referred to as a “therapist” or a “counsellor”) helps with emotional and mental health problems in individuals, couples, and families through numerous therapeutic modalities.  A psychologist may work in a variety of possible roles, from teaching psychology courses in universities and engaging in academic research to counselling clients and administering advanced psychological assessments.  A psychiatrist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment (mainly through psychotropic medication) of mental or psychiatric disorders.  A social worker helps people to resolve issues of everyday life (including through counselling services) and to access government and community resources.

No, your therapist is not a medical doctor and cannot prescribe medication.  To obtain a prescription for medication, please speak with your family doctor or request a referral for an appointment with a psychiatrist.

Out of Office Notice

We will be closed starting Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 1:00 PM and will reopen on January 5, 2026 at 9:00 AM.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency or crisis:

  • Go to your nearest emergency room or call 911.
  • Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).

You can also find more local emergency resources here

Cornerstone understands that your mental health comes first. If you wish to speak to a therapist on call, please leave us a message at 905.214.7363 with your name, phone number and a reason for your request.

Wishing you a peaceful and blessed Christmas season.