Dr. Alyssa MacDonald, Psy.D., C.Psych., (Supervised Practice)
Anxiety, OCD, and trauma can make life feel smaller than it should be. You deserve support from someone who truly gets it — and knows how to help.
Dr. Alyssa MacDonald (supervised practice) is a clinical psychologist serving adults across Toronto and Ontario online. She specializes in OCD, PTSD, anxiety, and depression — using gold-standard treatments that work.
You do not have to keep pushing through on your own. Book your free 15-minute call today and take the first step.
OCD and PTSD Psychologist in Toronto, Ontario
Dr. Alyssa MacDonald, Psy.D., C.Psych. (Supervised Practice) is a doctoral-level psychologist serving adults across Toronto and Ontario online. She works under the supervision of Dr. Lauren Steinhart, a fully registered psychologist. All sessions take place by secure video or telephone — no travel required.
Alyssa completed her Doctor of Psychology at the University of Prince Edward Island. Her doctoral research focused on supporting LGBTQ+ communities and women's experiences with sexual violence. She completed her residency at Waypoint Centre for Mental Healthcare — a leading forensic and mental health facility in Ontario.
She works with adults who struggle with OCD, social anxiety, general anxiety, PTSD, and depression. She uses evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Research shows these approaches produce strong, lasting results for OCD and trauma (Foa et al., 2005; Resick et al., 2017).
Alyssa tailors every treatment plan to you. She draws on mindfulness, self-compassion, and motivational interviewing to support your goals. No two people are the same — and your therapy should reflect that.
She brings a strong commitment to social justice, inclusivity, and intersectionality to her work. She welcomes clients of all identities, cultures, and backgrounds. Her practice is affirming and non-judgmental.
Above everything, Alyssa believes that real change starts with a strong therapeutic relationship. She builds that relationship with trust, warmth, and honesty. Whatever you are facing, she will meet you where you are.
Alyssa’s Therapy Modalities
Exposure Therapy
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and Trauma
Individuals with ADHD
Therapist Specialties
Population Served
Adults
Ontario residents
Individuals who have experienced sexual assault
Members of the LGBTQIA+ community
Adults with ADHD
Women with late in life ADHD diagnoses
Appointment Availability
Morning
Afternoon
Therapy Fees
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References
Foa, E. B., Liebowitz, M. R., Kozak, M. J., Davies, S., Campeas, R., Franklin, M. E., Huppert, J. D., Kjernisted, K., Rowan, V., Schmidt, A. B., Simpson, H. B., & Tu, X. (2005). Randomized, placebo-controlled trial of exposure and ritual prevention, clomipramine, and their combination in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder. American Journal of Psychiatry, 162(1), 151–161.
Resick, P. A., Monson, C. M., & Chard, K. M. (2017). Cognitive processing therapy for PTSD: A comprehensive manual. Guilford Press.