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Meet Maor Bernshtein—Therapist at Best Therapists

Maor Bernshtein, RSW, MSW

Ontario OCSWSSW: 856903 - MSW, RSW

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About Maor | He/him

Maor Bernshtein is a dedicated and compassionate therapist who works from a relational, collaborative approach, believing that therapy is a partnership. He sees therapy as a team effort, where both client and therapist work together to co-create a path toward healing. With years of experience supporting clients from diverse backgrounds, Maor brings a unique blend of curiosity, compassion, and humor, to each session, helping clients feel seen and understood. His work is rooted in creative, out-of-the-box thinking, encouraging clients to tap into their own wisdom and knowledge to navigate their healing journey. Maor specializes in working with Addictions, Anxiety, Trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and Depression. He views a diagnosis as just one part of a client's story, always prioritizing the individual’s unique experiences and perspectives. Maor understands the courage it takes to seek therapy and strives to make every session a space where clients can show up fully, calling in all the different parts that make them who they are. With a focus on real, practical strategies, Maor aims to help clients find stability, heal emotional wounds, and reclaim their full selves. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of where to turn next, Maor is here to guide you through the challenges and help you discover a life of calm, connection, and strength.

Message to clients

Hi, I’m Maor Bernshtein, and I know how tough it can be to take the first step toward getting help. That’s why I approach therapy as a genuine partnership—where we work together to uncover what’s really going on and how to move forward. I believe in thinking outside the box because no two people are the same, and neither should therapy be. While I use evidence-based modalities in my practice, I'll never try to fit you into a box. Therapy should fit you, not the other way around. I specialize in Addictions, Trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Anxiety, and Depression. But I know a diagnosis is only a small part of the bigger picture—you are so much more than that. My goal is to make sure every session feels like a place where you can bring your full self, no judgment, no special requirements. You just need to come, as you are. Together, we’ll work on practical and introspective ways to find stability, heal emotional difficulties, and reclaim the parts of you that may feel lost. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of the next step, let’s connect. You don’t have to navigate this alone—reach out when you’re ready, and we’ll figure it out, together. Text, call, or email me to schedule your free consultation.

Education

Masters of Social Work | Western University, 2024

Race and ethnicity

Jewish

Cultural and experiential knowledge

White culture, Jewish culture, Asian culture, European culture, Black culture, Hispanic culture, Native American culture

Languages spoken

English, Hebrew, Russian

Spiritual knowledge

Buddhism, Judaism, Non-religious (Agnosticism, Atheism, Secular)

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Virtual or in person

Virtual and In Person

Specialties

Addiction, Trauma, Depression

Additional areas of focus

Addiction, Adolescents/teens, Abuse, Anger management, Anxiety, Bicultural experience, Bipolar disorder, Biracial experience, Borderline personality disorder, Burnout, Caring professionals (doctors, therapists, etc.), Chronic illness or pain, Depression, Existential questioning, First generation immigrant experience, First responders, Gambling, Gaming and/or social media dependence, Gender identity, Grief and/or loss, Infidelity/affairs, Insomnia, Intercultural/interfaith relationships, Life transitions, Medical trauma, Midlife stress, Military families, Mindfulness and/or meditation, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Panic attacks, Parenting, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Racial/cultural identity, Second or third generation immigration experience, Self esteem/self worth, Self harm, Sexual harassment, abuse, and/or assault, Social anxiety, Socioeconomic issues, Spirituality, Stress, Substance misuse/dependency, Suicidal thoughts, Transgender people, Trauma, Veterans/military services

Therapeutic style

Empowering, Humorous, Intellectual, Inquisitive, Calming

Modalities

Depth psychotherapy, Attachment based, Brainspotting, EMDR, Emotionally focused therapy (EFT), Family systems, Internal family systems (IFS), Mindfulness based, Narrative, Psychodynamic, Solution-focused brief therapy, Somatic therapy, Strength-based therapy, Trauma-focused

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Cost

$140

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Couples Session

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Family Session

Sliding scale

Offers sliding scale spots

Insurance accepted
Does not work directly with insurance companies
Works with your out of network benefits to get you reimbursed for therapy
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Peer review

Maor is a therapist that helps people connect with their difficulties in a way that turns them into strengths. Maor provides a way to emotional health that is unparalleled and helps clients achieve real change.

—Amanda Prowse, Addiction Counselor
Peer review

Maor is an exceptional advocate, dedicated to meeting your needs. With a profound commitment to his clients' well-being, he personalizes his approach to build a nurturing and supportive environment, deeply invested in your growth and healing.

—Emma Showers, MSW, RSW, MEd.
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He is a compassionate listener who genuinely cares about helping his clients, drawing from his own lived experiences to offer a deep level of empathy. He engages in critical self-reflection to strive for anti-oppressive practices and is committed to continuous learning and consultation to ensure he meets his clients' needs effectively.

—Daniella Morga, RSW
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