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Therapy in Toronto

Responsive Therapy for BIPOC,
Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour

ONE CHAPTER AT A TIME

A Space to Explore Your Story

Sacred Stories Psychotherapy provides support to adults from diverse backgrounds, including first responders and individuals from racialized and marginalized communities. Every person carries a unique story shaped by their relationships, culture, identity, life experiences, and the challenges they’ve faced. At times, these experiences can leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves, overwhelmed by the past, or uncertain about what comes next.

We offer a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment where individuals can explore their experiences with curiosity, compassion, and without judgment. Therapy is an opportunity to better understand yourself, develop new perspectives, and create meaningful change at your own pace.

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Individualized Approach

No two people experience life in exactly the same way. For this reason, therapy is tailored to each individual’s needs, goals, experiences, and circumstances.

The practice draws from evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and mindfulness-based interventions. These approaches can support individuals in developing greater self-awareness, strengthening coping skills, navigating difficult emotions, and building healthier patterns in their relationships and everyday lives.

Our Values

What We are
Committed to

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Trauma Informed Care

Supportive care that takes into consideration the many facets that impact an individual, while fostering recovery and resilience.

Evidence based Therapy

Utilization of proven therapeutic methods that are tailored towards the client’s needs.

Personalized Care

Psychotherapy designed specifically around your therapeutic needs.

Confidentiality

Adherence to the legislation of the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), to protect your confidentiality.

Empowerment

Fostering autonomy and confidence.

Culturally Informed Care

Honouring each person’s culture, identity, values and lived experience.

Our Team

Founder of Sacred Stories

Hi, my name is Edward, and I’m the founder of Sacred Stories. Sacred Stories was created with the vision of helping bridge the gap in the underrepresentation of people of colour in mental health.

Within psychotherapy, there is a significant shortage of Black psychotherapists — and an even greater shortage of Black male psychotherapists. Seeing this need has driven me to do my part in helping fill that gap.

As a first-generation Canadian with roots in Ghana, I bring both lived experience and culturally informed care into my clinical work. Supporting clients from communities that are often overlooked has been deeply meaningful.

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Edward Sackey, founder of Sacred Stories Psychotherapy
Edward Sackey, BA, MED RP

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What are your fees?

Fees may vary depending on the service. Please check our booking page for current fees. A sliding-scale option may be available for qualifying clients. Please reach out to inquire.

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Do you offer Direct Billing?

Please contact us to confirm whether direct billing is available for your insurance provider. Check with your insurer about psychotherapy coverage and any requirements before booking.

How long are sessions?

Session length depends on the appointment type. You can view the duration of each service on our booking page before selecting an appointment.

How often will I need to have sessions?

You and your therapist will discuss a frequency that fits your needs, goals and circumstances. This can be reviewed as your needs change.

How do I get started and book an appointment?

Visit our Jane booking page to view available appointments and book a consultation. If you have questions before booking, contact us for guidance.

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Location

15 Wellesley St W, Toronto,
ON M4Y 0G7, Canada

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    contact us using this form.