TORONTO, ON
Breakthrough Therapies
★★★★★ Mental Health Clinic
Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy for Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, and Emotional Healing
For individuals who feel stuck, even after trying therapy or medication.
Breakthrough Therapies offers psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy in Toronto within a clinician-led, structured, and research-informed framework designed to support deeper therapeutic work.
For some individuals, traditional approaches may not lead to the progress they are seeking. This approach provides a different pathway guided by trained professionals in a safe, controlled, and supportive environment.
Research continues to explore the therapeutic potential of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy for individuals experiencing treatment-resistant mental health challenges.
Psychedelic-Assisted Care Led By
Dr. Dawn DeCunha
Clinical & Educational Psychologist
Doctorate in Psychology – University of Toronto
Clinician-led therapeutic model
Multidisciplinary clinical team
Structured and guided care process
Secure Your Consultation Today
We’ll help you explore whether this approach may be appropriate for you.
What Clients Say About Us
A Structured Approach to Deeper Therapeutic Work
At Breakthrough Therapies, psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy is offered as an option for adults seeking a deeper level of therapeutic support, particularly when traditional approaches have not been sufficient.
Our model combines professional psychotherapy with carefully guided therapeutic sessions in a structured and supportive setting.
Care is trauma-informed, collaborative, and paced according to individual readiness. The goal is not only to reduce symptoms but to support deeper emotional processing and long-term psychological change.
What is Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy (PAP) and How Does it Work?
Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy (PAP) combines prescribed psychedelic compounds with guided psychotherapy to support individuals working through trauma, depression, and anxiety.
During a session, individuals may enter a calm and inward-focused state that allows for greater emotional openness and reduced resistance.
This process may help individuals:
Break patterns of negative thinking
Process difficult experiences in a supported way
Gain deeper insight into emotions and behaviours
Develop new perspectives for long-term change
What Can You Expect During the Therapeutic Journey?
Once preparation is complete, your therapeutic sessions begin in a safe and structured environment. A trained clinician remains present throughout the entire session to ensure safety and support.
Session Environment
Calm, private, and carefully designed setting
Focused on safety, comfort, and therapeutic work
Session Experience
Begins shortly after administration
Typically lasts under one hour (varies by individual)
Includes both guided and self-directed exploration
Our Structured Therapeutic Process
01
Assessment & Eligibility
Educational webinar (live or recorded)
Individual eligibility screening
Psychological health assessment
Medical evaluation and review
Psychiatric assessment (if required)
02
Preparation
Medical consultation with prescriber
Personalized treatment planning
Skill-building for self-regulation
Intention setting and readiness work
Pre-session guidance and preparation
03
Therapeutic Sessions & Integration
Clinician-supported therapeutic sessions
Structured and controlled environment
Guided and self-directed experiences
Integration support after each session
Multiple session formats available
04
Aftercare & Ongoing Support
Review of progress and outcomes
Post-treatment assessment comparison
Personalized maintenance planning
Integration of learnings into daily life
Guidance for continued growth
What Makes Our Approach Different
- 01 Clinician-led assessment and structured care
- 02 Trauma-informed psychotherapy
- 03 Preparation and integration included
- 04 Calm, private therapeutic environment
- 05 Research-informed clinical framework
- 06 Individualized care planning
- 07 Ongoing therapeutic support
Meet The Clinical Team
Breakthrough Therapies is supported by a multidisciplinary team of licensed professionals in psychology, psychotherapy, and clinical care. Care is collaborative, clinician-led, and grounded in ethical, trauma-informed practice.
Dr. Dawn DeCunha
Clinical & Educational Psychologist
Mareena Mathew, NP
Medical Associate
Dr. Jacqueline Kosta
Psychiatrist
A Calm, Supportive Therapeutic Space
Our clinic environment is intentionally designed to feel private, safe, and welcoming. The space supports reflection, emotional processing, and deeper therapeutic work without distractions.
