Toronto
Photo of Janany Irathinam, Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Janany Irathinam
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Photo of Janany Irathinam, Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW

Janany Irathinam

Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Toronto, ON M5R
Connect with Janany Irathinam
Photo of Janany Irathinam, Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
I foster a safe refuge where you can begin to unpack your lived experiences free from judgment. While honouring your story, I offer support in exploring what is working and what is deterring you from where you would like to be. In doing so, pathways can be created to explore healthier ways to cope, live a more meaningful and authentic life, gain greater insight, and communicate your needs and boundaries with others. My approach to therapy is trauma-informed/focused, anti-oppressive, strengths-based and draws from intersectional feminist theory. I integrate mindfulness, CBT, narrative therapy, neuroscience, and mind/body approaches.
With two decades of diverse experience, I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, self-worth/inner critic, identity-based oppression, intergenerational conflict/family of origin issues, grief and loss, parenting demands, relationship concerns, life transitions, stress management, concerns related to academics or vocation, and work/life balance.
I would be honoured to support you and consider the process of holding space for someone a true privilege. I invite you to email me to schedule a 20-minute consultation to discuss your needs, ask questions, and determine fit. Finding a therapist that you look forward to working with plays a vital role in making the experience effective and meaningful.
Janany Irathinam now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Virtual Therapy

Toronto, ON M5R

Virtual Therapy

Halifax, NS B3J

My website
Virtual therapy offered to individuals residing in Ontario and Nova Scotia. Weekday, evening, and Saturday appointments available.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Racial Identity 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Connect with Janany Irathinam
Photo of Janany Irathinam, Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Virtual Therapy

Toronto, ON M5R

Virtual Therapy

Halifax, NS B3J

My website
Virtual therapy offered to individuals residing in Ontario and Nova Scotia. Weekday, evening, and Saturday appointments available.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Racial Identity 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Couple Sessions $210
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

e-Transfer

Insurance

  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Canada Life | Great-West Life
  • Desjardins
  • Equitable Life of Canada
  • Great-West Life
  • Green Shield Canada
  • Homewood Health
  • Manulife
  • SunLife
  • TELUS Health
"
My services are covered by most benefit plans for "Social Work & Psychotherapy" by a provider with MSW (Master of Social Work) and RSW (Registered Social Worker) credentials in ON & NS. I offer sliding scale rates for those without benefits. I am dedicated to make therapy accessible and affordable.
Photo of Janany Irathinam, Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Janany Irathinam
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
My services are covered by most benefit plans for "Social Work & Psychotherapy" by a provider with MSW (Master of Social Work) and RSW (Registered Social Worker) credentials in ON & NS. I offer sliding scale rates for those without benefits. I am dedicated to make therapy accessible and affordable.
Photo of Janany Irathinam, Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Janany Irathinam
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Janany Irathinam

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 21 years
  • Attended University of Toronto, Master's degree in Social Work , Graduated 2007

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from University of Guelph Sex Therapy Certification / 2012
  • Degree/Diploma from Toronto Metropolitan University Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education & Minor in Sociology / 2005
"
For two decades I've been supporting youth, adults, couples & families from different walks of life and lived experiences. With a robust background in evidence-based modalities, I help create more room for acceptance, cultivating self-compassion, and more capacity to cope and feel the "hard stuff."
Photo of Janany Irathinam, Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Janany Irathinam
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
For two decades I've been supporting youth, adults, couples & families from different walks of life and lived experiences. With a robust background in evidence-based modalities, I help create more room for acceptance, cultivating self-compassion, and more capacity to cope and feel the "hard stuff."
Photo of Janany Irathinam, Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Janany Irathinam
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Racial Identity

Expertise

  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Refugee & Immigration Adaptation
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Criticism & Imposter Syndrome
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Women's Issues
"
I welcome folks of all races, genders, abilities, sexual orientations, and lifestyles. Particularly ones who have experienced abuse/trauma, feel depressed and anxious, battle with self-worth/inner critic, and face relationship difficulties. I weave psycho-education and meaningful therapeutic approaches to move clients closer to their goals, authentic self, and enhance their ability to cope.
Photo of Janany Irathinam, Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Janany Irathinam
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I welcome folks of all races, genders, abilities, sexual orientations, and lifestyles. Particularly ones who have experienced abuse/trauma, feel depressed and anxious, battle with self-worth/inner critic, and face relationship difficulties. I weave psycho-education and meaningful therapeutic approaches to move clients closer to their goals, authentic self, and enhance their ability to cope.
Photo of Janany Irathinam, Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Janany Irathinam
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Energy Psychology
  • Existential
  • Family / Marital
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Sandplay
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
"
I use compassionate inquiry to offer meaningful insights, observations, and strategies. I am trained in trauma-informed and -focused modalities, mindfulness, narrative therapy, and CBT. I am also a Reiki Master, an Educator, completed extensive training in Sandplay Therapy, and hold a Sex Therapy certification. My work also addresses systemic injustices and its impact on mental and overall health.
Photo of Janany Irathinam, Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Janany Irathinam
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I use compassionate inquiry to offer meaningful insights, observations, and strategies. I am trained in trauma-informed and -focused modalities, mindfulness, narrative therapy, and CBT. I am also a Reiki Master, an Educator, completed extensive training in Sandplay Therapy, and hold a Sex Therapy certification. My work also addresses systemic injustices and its impact on mental and overall health.
Photo of Janany Irathinam, Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Janany Irathinam
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Virtual Therapy

Toronto, ON M5R

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Virtual Therapy

Halifax, NS B3J

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

"
Virtual therapy offered to individuals residing in Ontario and Nova Scotia. Weekday, evening, and Saturday appointments available.
Photo of Janany Irathinam, Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Janany Irathinam
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
"
Virtual therapy offered to individuals residing in Ontario and Nova Scotia. Weekday, evening, and Saturday appointments available.
Photo of Janany Irathinam, Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Janany Irathinam
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW