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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
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Abi Saiyanthan

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc

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Available both in-person and online
1170 Simcoe Street North Oshawa, ON L1G
You may be navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, identity concerns, or questions of belonging and self-worth. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. Perhaps you’re looking for a space where you can feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported. Whether you’re seeking support for yourself, your relationship, or your family, therapy can offer a space to explore what you’re experiencing and find a path forward.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before starting therapy. You can use therapy to better understand yourself, recognize patterns, strengthen relationships, and develop new ways of navigating life’s challenges. Your experiences, values, and goals are at the centre of a thoughtful, collaborative, and compassionate process.
Reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, especially when you’re used to managing things on your own. You don’t need to have everything figured out before taking the first step. If you’re wondering whether therapy might be helpful, you’re invited to book a free 15-minute consultation to see if it feels like the right fit.
Call or Abi Saiyanthan now for a free 15 minute consultation - (365) 654-3685

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1170 Simcoe Street North

Oshawa, ON L1G map

(365) 654-3685
My website
Hi there! If you're considering therapy, feel free to reach out to book a free 15min virtual consultation with me.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Marital and Premarital 
$120 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Abi Saiyanthan
Let's Connect (365) 654-3685
Photo of Abi Saiyanthan, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1170 Simcoe Street North

Oshawa, ON L1G map

(365) 654-3685
My website
Hi there! If you're considering therapy, feel free to reach out to book a free 15min virtual consultation with me.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Marital and Premarital 
$120 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Abi Saiyanthan

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $120
  • Couple Sessions $120
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Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to answer your insurance inquiries.
Photo of Abi Saiyanthan, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Abi Saiyanthan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 654-3685
"
Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to answer your insurance inquiries.
Photo of Abi Saiyanthan, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Abi Saiyanthan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 654-3685

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 21715 Abirami Saiyanthan
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 1 year
  • Attended Tyndale University, Master of Divinity, Graduated 2026
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from University of Toronto Honours Bachelor of Science / 2009
  • Degree/Diploma from University of Toronto Master of Biotechnology / 2011
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Abi Saiyanthan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (365) 654-3685
Photo of Abi Saiyanthan, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Abi Saiyanthan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (365) 654-3685

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues
  • Marital and Premarital

Expertise

  • Behavioural Issues
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I work with individuals, couples and families. I have specialization in working with premarital/marital counselling. Sessions will involve diving deeply into what is sustaining issues and addressing these to help you continue on your journey.
Photo of Abi Saiyanthan, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Abi Saiyanthan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 654-3685
"
I work with individuals, couples and families. I have specialization in working with premarital/marital counselling. Sessions will involve diving deeply into what is sustaining issues and addressing these to help you continue on your journey.
Photo of Abi Saiyanthan, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Abi Saiyanthan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 654-3685

2 Endorsements

Kirthana Erskine
Kirthana Erskine
Registered PsychotherapistBAMACP
It is a joy working alongside Abi! She carries a cheerful light, and her cultural heritage and Christian foundation deeply enrich her work as a psychotherapist. She brings warmth, depth, and authenticity to every client interaction.
Sarah Bressel
Sarah Bressel
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Abi is a kind, caring, and compassionate therapist, and I would recommend her to individuals and families looking for empathetic support along their journey.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

South Asian

I also speak

Tamil

Religion

Christian

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

South Asian

I also speak

Tamil

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Christian Counselling
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
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In our first session, you'll have space to share what brings you to therapy and identify what you'd like to work toward. Together, we'll set goals and explore what approaches may be most helpful for you. One approach may be Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) which can help you understand the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and develop new ways of responding.
Photo of Abi Saiyanthan, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Abi Saiyanthan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 654-3685
"
In our first session, you'll have space to share what brings you to therapy and identify what you'd like to work toward. Together, we'll set goals and explore what approaches may be most helpful for you. One approach may be Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) which can help you understand the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and develop new ways of responding.
Photo of Abi Saiyanthan, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Abi Saiyanthan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 654-3685

Location

Primary Location

1170 Simcoe Street North

Oshawa, ON L1G

(365) 654-3685

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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Hi there! If you're considering therapy, feel free to reach out to book a free 15min virtual consultation with me.
Photo of Abi Saiyanthan, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Abi Saiyanthan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Call for a free consultation now - (365) 654-3685
"
Hi there! If you're considering therapy, feel free to reach out to book a free 15min virtual consultation with me.
Photo of Abi Saiyanthan, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Abi Saiyanthan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MBiotec, HBSc
Call for a free consultation now - (365) 654-3685