Helping couples and men reconnect, communicate, and understand each other again.
Culturally attuned therapy in Toronto for couples and individuals who want clarity, trust, and calm connection.
does this sound like you?
“We just can’t communicate anymore.”
You love your partner, but every conversation turns into an argument or a shutdown. Small issues blow up into big fights, and you’re both left wondering why it’s so hard to connect.
“I keep everything inside.”
As a Black man, you’ve been taught to stay strong and silent. But under the surface, there’s anger, stress, and pressure to hold it all together. You’re tired of carrying that weight alone.
“We’re drifting apart.”
Maybe the spark is fading. The trust isn’t what it used to be, and the distance keeps growing. You want to fix it—but you don’t know where to start.
Imagine a different story.
Imagine waking up without that knot in your stomach.
You and your partner talk easily again—no more walking on eggshells. The laughter, the intimacy, and the calm are back.
Imagine feeling in control of your emotions.
You know how to express what you need without anger or shutdown. You feel confident, lighter, more at peace. People notice—you’re happier, calmer, more present.
That’s what therapy can help you rebuild.
How therapy with me helps.
You are the expert in your own story—I’m here to help you reconnect the pieces.
My work blends evidence-based tools with a culturally attuned, human approach.
For couples: Gottman Method Level 2 — practical skills to rebuild trust and communicate effectively.
For individuals: CBT and solution-focused techniques — tools for emotional regulation, stress, and self-confidence.
For everyone: Trauma-informed and attachment-based care — helping you heal what’s underneath, not just the surface.
raphaël côté, MSW, RSW
I’m a registered social worker and psychotherapist based in Toronto.
My practice welcomes everyone but holds a special space for Black couples and men who want to feel seen, understood, and supported.
I believe therapy should feel like a real conversation—warm, honest, and human.
My goal is simple: help you feel connected again—to yourself and to the people you love.
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Ready to take the first step?
Let’s talk. Book a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit. You’ll get clarity, no pressure.
