Iara Da Costa

Psychologist, PhD, CPsych

Iara Da Costa

Psychologist, PhD, CPsych (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

4 Endorsed

1200 Bay Street, Suite 501, Toronto, ON M5R

(289) 276-4717

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As a psychologist, I work with change. Change may involve shifts in awareness, attitude, behaviour, goals, acceptance, or coping strategies that will enhance your quality of life and well-being. Many obstacles can prevent us from living a satisfying life. These could be a history of trauma, invalidating relationships, habits that no longer serve us, or environments that may hinder our psychological growth. I can help you identify obstacles to your quality of life, develop strategies to tackle them, and set goals to increase and maintain your well-being.

I have been in private practice since 2005. I offer individual, couple (including pre-marital counselling), and group psychotherapy. I am trained in emotion-focused, cognitive-behavioural, humanistic, DBT, and mindfulness approaches. I have also trained in CBT for Insomnia. Together we will identify the method that best matches your style and your needs.

I find great beauty in the work I do. I appreciate people's strength and resiliency while facing hardships and feel honoured that my clients trust me. I truly appreciate the opportunity to help you find power in vulnerability and opportunities for growth in moments of crisis and loss. Please feel free to reach out for a complimentary 15-minute consultation.

Call or Email Iara Da Costa now for a free 15 minute consultation - (289) 276-4717

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

PRISMA

1200 Bay Street

Suite 501

Toronto, ON M5R map

(289) 276-4717

Ottawa, ON K2P

I offer in-person therapy in Yorkville Village, downtown Toronto and virtual therapy for clients across ON, NS, NB, and QC.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Sleep or Insomnia and Anxiety

$320 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Let's Connect (289) 276-4717

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

PRISMA

1200 Bay Street

Suite 501

Toronto, ON M5R map

(289) 276-4717

Ottawa, ON K2P

I offer in-person therapy in Yorkville Village, downtown Toronto and virtual therapy for clients across ON, NS, NB, and QC.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Sleep or Insomnia and Anxiety

$320 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $320
Couple Sessions $350

Payment Methods

American Express, Cheque, e-Transfer, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Canada Life | Great-West Life
Desjardins
Great-West Life
Green Shield Canada
Manulife
SunLife

We do not provide direct billing. We will provide a receipt that you may use to request reimbursement from your insurance.

Iara Da Costa

Psychologist, PhD, CPsych

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 276-4717

We do not provide direct billing. We will provide a receipt that you may use to request reimbursement from your insurance.

Iara Da Costa

Psychologist, PhD, CPsych

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 276-4717

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 5720 Iara Da Costa

Education and Years In Practice

Attended University of Toronto, PhD in Clinical and Counselling Psychology

Additional Credentials

Membership with Ontario Psychological Association

Membership with Registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO)

Registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO) and have been in private practice since 2006.

Iara Da Costa

Psychologist, PhD, CPsych

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 276-4717

Registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO) and have been in private practice since 2006.

Iara Da Costa

Psychologist, PhD, CPsych

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 276-4717

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Sleep or Insomnia
Anxiety

Expertise

Behavioural Issues
Bipolar Disorder
Bisexual
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Emotional abuse
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief
Impulse Control Disorders
Infidelity
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Life Coaching
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Personality Disorders
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Sexual Abuse
Spirituality
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Testing and Evaluation
Women's Issues

I work with couples and individuals who are facing challenges in various areas, including trauma and PTSD, sleep issues and insomnia, relationship struggles and pre-marital counselling, as well as anxiety. Please feel free to reach out for a complimentary telephone consultation.

Iara Da Costa

Psychologist, PhD, CPsych

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 276-4717

Iara Da Costa

Psychologist, PhD, CPsych

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 276-4717

4 Endorsements

Transforming Emotions - Dr. Sarah Thompson & Assoc

Psychologist, CPsych, MSW, RSW, RP

Iara is a warm and highly skilled psychologist and clinical supervisor. Her depth of knowledge and experience make her one of my top pick referral resources for individual and couples therapy.

Centre for Psychology and Emotional Health

Psychologist, PhD, CPsych

Nicole Masil

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Joanne Astley

Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW

Iara actively seeks out training opportunities to enhance her therapeutic techniques and to best meet her clients' needs. Her highly compassionate and warm approach make her the kind of therapist I will recommend unequivocally to clients.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
CBT-i - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia
Coaching
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Emotion-Focused Therapy - Individuals and Couples
Emotionally Focused
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Gottman Method
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Person-Centered
Relational
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

I bring a diverse range of therapeutic approaches to our work together, including emotion-focused therapy (EFT) and EFT for couples, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), humanistic methods, dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices. Additionally, I have specialized training in CBT for Insomnia.

Iara Da Costa

Psychologist, PhD, CPsych

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 276-4717

Iara Da Costa

Psychologist, PhD, CPsych

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 276-4717

Groups

Group Therapy for Insomnia

Hosted by

Iara Da Costa

Location

Toronto, ON M4W

Email Iara Da Costa about this group or call - (289) 276-4717

Location

Primary Location

PRISMA

1200 Bay Street

Suite 501

Toronto, ON M5R

(289) 276-4717

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Ottawa, ON K2P

(289) 276-4717

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

I offer in-person therapy in Yorkville Village, downtown Toronto and virtual therapy for clients across ON, NS, NB, and QC.

Iara Da Costa

Psychologist, PhD, CPsych

Call for a free consultation now - (289) 276-4717

I offer in-person therapy in Yorkville Village, downtown Toronto and virtual therapy for clients across ON, NS, NB, and QC.

Iara Da Costa

Psychologist, PhD, CPsych

Call for a free consultation now - (289) 276-4717

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