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Aliya Amarshi

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Toronto, ON M5R
Reaching out to talk to someone can be a vulnerable decision to make. Maybe this is your first time seeking the support of a therapist or maybe you've been in therapy for years. There may be something specific that you are struggling with, or perhaps you are just interested in working on your overall personal growth. Wherever you are in your process, I am glad that you've landed here. As someone who has been on the path of self-growth and healing for many years, I know what it feels like to ask: Why do I feel this way? Will it get better?
I believe that we can get at the root of what is happening in our emotional lives and find healthier and kinder ways to move forward. So many of us feel unequipped to handle what our lives throw at us. Therapy can offer us the support we need when we feel stuck or alone or overwhelmed. It can be a soft landing place where we can feel understood and seen.
My approach to therapy is warm, attentive, non-judgmental, and supportive. I will offer insights, observations, and gentle challenges when you need them. I believe therapy should be inclusive and anti-oppressive, and I strive to embody these qualities. I welcome you to email me for a free phone consultation to see if we might be a good fit to work together.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Toronto, ON M5R

Scarborough, ON M1W

I'm available for online or phone sessions (by request), with daytime openings as well as some availability in the evenings and on weekends.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Self Esteem 
$180 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Toronto, ON M5R

Scarborough, ON M1W

I'm available for online or phone sessions (by request), with daytime openings as well as some availability in the evenings and on weekends.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Self Esteem 
$180 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
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If you have coverage for psychotherapy, you should be able to claim the cost of our sessions through your insurance provider.
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Aliya Amarshi
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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If you have coverage for psychotherapy, you should be able to claim the cost of our sessions through your insurance provider.
Photo of Aliya Amarshi, Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Aliya Amarshi
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 12241 Aliya Amarshi
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Gestalt Institute of Toronto , 5 Year Training Program
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from York University, PhD (Sociology) 2018
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I completed a 5-year Gestalt therapy training program, plus trainings in trauma-informed somatic work and IFS. Before becoming a therapist, I completed a PhD in Sociology studying anti-oppressive movements, which provides a lens or awareness that I bring to my work as a therapist.
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Aliya Amarshi
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I completed a 5-year Gestalt therapy training program, plus trainings in trauma-informed somatic work and IFS. Before becoming a therapist, I completed a PhD in Sociology studying anti-oppressive movements, which provides a lens or awareness that I bring to my work as a therapist.
Photo of Aliya Amarshi, Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Aliya Amarshi
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem

Expertise

  • Body Image
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • Racial Trauma
  • School Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients on a variety of concerns—including stress, relationships, self-esteem, inner conflicts, and processing past events. Together, we'll explore your experience and create a plan that addresses practical steps you can take right away, alongside deeper layers that unfold gradually. Most people notice gentle relief within a few sessions and lasting, meaningful growth over time.
Photo of Aliya Amarshi, Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Aliya Amarshi
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I work with clients on a variety of concerns—including stress, relationships, self-esteem, inner conflicts, and processing past events. Together, we'll explore your experience and create a plan that addresses practical steps you can take right away, alongside deeper layers that unfold gradually. Most people notice gentle relief within a few sessions and lasting, meaningful growth over time.
Photo of Aliya Amarshi, Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Aliya Amarshi
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.


Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Anti-Oppressive
  • Attachment-based
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Feminist
  • Gestalt
  • Health at Every Size (HAES) - aligned approach
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I draw from a mix of approaches - including IFS, Gestalt, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive practice - tailored to each person's needs. My work supports clients in making sense of emotions, navigating inner conflicts, understanding confusing behaviour and staying grounded. I aim to offer a steady, thoughtful presence, and a caring and collaborative space where meaningful change can unfold.
Photo of Aliya Amarshi, Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Aliya Amarshi
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I draw from a mix of approaches - including IFS, Gestalt, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive practice - tailored to each person's needs. My work supports clients in making sense of emotions, navigating inner conflicts, understanding confusing behaviour and staying grounded. I aim to offer a steady, thoughtful presence, and a caring and collaborative space where meaningful change can unfold.
Photo of Aliya Amarshi, Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Aliya Amarshi
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Toronto, ON M5R

Additional Location

Scarborough, ON M1W

Nearby Areas

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I'm available for online or phone sessions (by request), with daytime openings as well as some availability in the evenings and on weekends.
Photo of Aliya Amarshi, Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Aliya Amarshi
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
"
I'm available for online or phone sessions (by request), with daytime openings as well as some availability in the evenings and on weekends.
Photo of Aliya Amarshi, Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Aliya Amarshi
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD