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Photo of Donicka Budd - Isheaga Counseling Services, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Available both in-person and online
Etobicoke, ON M8W
You've spent years doing what was needed, what was expected, or what felt right at the time. Yet lately, you find yourself asking: How did I get here? Why do I keep repeating the same patterns? When did I stop knowing what I want? Perhaps you're exhausted from prioritizing everyone else, questioning your relationships, or feeling disconnected from yourself and the life you've created. You're not looking for quick fixes. You want to understand what's keeping you stuck, learn how to disrupt familiar patterns, and create new experiences that feel more aligned with who you are and how you want to live.
When life feels overwhelming, we often try to think our way through it. Yet our experiences are expressed through our bodies, not just our thoughts. I help you understand your body's responses as adaptive responses and work with the nervous system to restore internal safety and strengthen tolerance for uncertainty.
The path to change is rarely linear; it can feel uncomfortable or overwhelming. You don't have to navigate it alone. Change unfolds through reflection, relationship with others and new experiences. Let's navigate this together. I invite you to schedule a complimentary clarity call to explore if we may be a good fit. Let yourself be the priority for today
Call or Isheaga Counseling Services now for a free 15 minute consultation - (289) 271-3783

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Etobicoke, ON M8W

(289) 271-3783
Website
I specialize in Life Transitions, Relationship Issues and Chronic Pain 
$155 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (289) 271-3783
Photo of Donicka Budd - Isheaga Counseling Services, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Etobicoke, ON M8W

(289) 271-3783
Website
I specialize in Life Transitions, Relationship Issues and Chronic Pain 
$155 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $155

Payment Methods

Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Blue Cross
  • CUPE
  • Green Shield Canada
  • Provider Connect
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As a provider with Blue Cross, I do direct bill, however, for all other insurance companies, payment is required at the time of sessions.
Photo of Donicka Budd - Isheaga Counseling Services, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Isheaga Counseling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 271-3783
"
As a provider with Blue Cross, I do direct bill, however, for all other insurance companies, payment is required at the time of sessions.
Photo of Donicka Budd - Isheaga Counseling Services, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Isheaga Counseling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 271-3783

Qualifications

    Registered Psychotherapist: Donicka Budd

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 002319 Donicka Budd
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 17 years
  • Attended Wilfred Laurier University, MA Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy, Graduated 2018
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from College of Registered Psychotherapists 002319 / 2015
  • Certificate from Wilfred Laurier University Masters Degree / 2018
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My practice is grounded in trauma-informed, mind-body approaches, including: PRT, EAET, ACT, Embodied Philosophy and Somatic-informed Therapy and Certified Insight Coaching.
Photo of Donicka Budd - Isheaga Counseling Services, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Isheaga Counseling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 271-3783
"
My practice is grounded in trauma-informed, mind-body approaches, including: PRT, EAET, ACT, Embodied Philosophy and Somatic-informed Therapy and Certified Insight Coaching.
Photo of Donicka Budd - Isheaga Counseling Services, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Isheaga Counseling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 271-3783

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Issues
  • Chronic Pain

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Burnout
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Men's Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
Photo of Donicka Budd - Isheaga Counseling Services, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Isheaga Counseling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Do these issues align with your needs? or (289) 271-3783
Photo of Donicka Budd - Isheaga Counseling Services, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Isheaga Counseling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Do these issues align with your needs? or (289) 271-3783

Endorsement

Claire Silvester
Claire Silvester
Registered PsychotherapistBScMScRPCHRE
Donicka is a trusted referral for me, she is insightful and approachable with a keen sense of humour. Always supportive -thanks for all you do !

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Indigenous Peoples

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Indigenous Peoples

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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Moving through is the path forward. My approach is rooted in trauma-informed existential and somatic psychotherapy, integrated with experiential approaches including Parts Work, ACT, PRT, and EAET. Our work focuses on what is happening in the present moment—not just understanding your history, but working with your body's responses as they arise to create new experiences of safety and possibility.
Photo of Donicka Budd - Isheaga Counseling Services, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Isheaga Counseling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 271-3783
"
Moving through is the path forward. My approach is rooted in trauma-informed existential and somatic psychotherapy, integrated with experiential approaches including Parts Work, ACT, PRT, and EAET. Our work focuses on what is happening in the present moment—not just understanding your history, but working with your body's responses as they arise to create new experiences of safety and possibility.
Photo of Donicka Budd - Isheaga Counseling Services, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Isheaga Counseling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 271-3783

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Location

Primary Location

Etobicoke, ON M8W

(289) 271-3783

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Photo of Donicka Budd - Isheaga Counseling Services, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Isheaga Counseling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Call for a free consultation now - (289) 271-3783
Photo of Donicka Budd - Isheaga Counseling Services, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Isheaga Counseling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA , BA, CYC P
Call for a free consultation now - (289) 271-3783