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Sophie Solmini
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, ICADC, SAP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5S
Please note that I work only with clients with alcohol use disorder! I run a program that helps people reduce or manage their drinking. I am a substance abuse professional, and an Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drugs Counsellor. Please visit my website: healathome.ca
Please note that I work only with clients with alcohol use disorder! I run a program that helps people reduce or manage their drinking. I am a substance abuse professional, and an Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drugs Counsellor. Please visit my website: healathome.ca
(647) 560-8791 View (647) 560-8791
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Taylor Smith
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5S
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, down or stuck? Do the stresses and responsibilities in your life seem never-ending, and your past coping strategies are no longer working the way you want them to? Do you experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, trauma or other mental health challenges? Have addictions, been a part of your past or present? Do you feel surrounded by negativity? Would you rather feel a greater sense of freedom and healthy connections (to yourself and others!) in your life. Where self-care, validation and positivity are now the norm? If you said yes to any of these, you are in the right place!
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, down or stuck? Do the stresses and responsibilities in your life seem never-ending, and your past coping strategies are no longer working the way you want them to? Do you experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, trauma or other mental health challenges? Have addictions, been a part of your past or present? Do you feel surrounded by negativity? Would you rather feel a greater sense of freedom and healthy connections (to yourself and others!) in your life. Where self-care, validation and positivity are now the norm? If you said yes to any of these, you are in the right place!
(437) 292-3852 View (437) 292-3852
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Tara Zadeh
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MD, LMCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5S
Tara Zadeh, M.D. is a Registered Psychotherapist and a Licentiate of Medical Council of Canada (LMCC) with a combined over 10 years of experience in helping clients with wide range of mental health challenges from longstanding severe mental disorders, PTSD, concurrent disorder to more common issues such as depression and anxiety, life transition, relationship issues, anger management, family conflict, grief and loss. In the past 10 years she has tailored her working experience in the field of mental heath and addiction, taking up different roles in diverse mental health settings.
Tara Zadeh, M.D. is a Registered Psychotherapist and a Licentiate of Medical Council of Canada (LMCC) with a combined over 10 years of experience in helping clients with wide range of mental health challenges from longstanding severe mental disorders, PTSD, concurrent disorder to more common issues such as depression and anxiety, life transition, relationship issues, anger management, family conflict, grief and loss. In the past 10 years she has tailored her working experience in the field of mental heath and addiction, taking up different roles in diverse mental health settings.
(647) 932-1167 View (647) 932-1167
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Stacy Olieux -Emotion Regulation -Depression -Trauma
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, BSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5S  (Online Only)
Are you someone who struggles with big emotions, leading to relationship issues? Perhaps you feel overwhelmed with life and are not sure where to turn to for some relief. Do you struggle with depression or anxiety? Maybe you have been diagnosed with a personality disorder and feel isolated in dealing with the symptoms of the disorder. Life can be overwhelming at times for many of us, but with the added stress of mental health struggles, it can feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders and you may feel lost and disconnected. If you want to change these characteristics of your life, you have come to the right place.
Are you someone who struggles with big emotions, leading to relationship issues? Perhaps you feel overwhelmed with life and are not sure where to turn to for some relief. Do you struggle with depression or anxiety? Maybe you have been diagnosed with a personality disorder and feel isolated in dealing with the symptoms of the disorder. Life can be overwhelming at times for many of us, but with the added stress of mental health struggles, it can feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders and you may feel lost and disconnected. If you want to change these characteristics of your life, you have come to the right place.
(289) 312-8863 View (289) 312-8863
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Victoria Huang
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5S
I always approach my clients in with an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, harm reduction framework. What does that mean? It means that I will always ask "what happened to you?" instead of asking "what's wrong with you?". It also means that I will always respect you as the expert in your own life. Finally, it means that I believe that everyone does their very best to survive and thrive each day–even on the days that we can't see any hope. I am here to be with you, even through the darkest of days, and help you find inspiration and hope within yourself.
I always approach my clients in with an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, harm reduction framework. What does that mean? It means that I will always ask "what happened to you?" instead of asking "what's wrong with you?". It also means that I will always respect you as the expert in your own life. Finally, it means that I believe that everyone does their very best to survive and thrive each day–even on the days that we can't see any hope. I am here to be with you, even through the darkest of days, and help you find inspiration and hope within yourself.
(289) 804-8384 View (289) 804-8384
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Edna Bonsu - Registered Nurse Psychotherapist
RN, BScN, MN, CPMHNc
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5S  (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm Edna, an experienced RN dedicated to transforming lives through psychotherapy. If you're ready to embrace a life of lasting well-being, you've found your next partner. With 7 years of clinical expertise, I specialize in evidence-based, client-centered therapy that seamlessly integrates the vital connection between your physical and mental health. Let's embark on an exhilarating journey of holistic healing & unparalleled personal growth starting today.
Welcome! I'm Edna, an experienced RN dedicated to transforming lives through psychotherapy. If you're ready to embrace a life of lasting well-being, you've found your next partner. With 7 years of clinical expertise, I specialize in evidence-based, client-centered therapy that seamlessly integrates the vital connection between your physical and mental health. Let's embark on an exhilarating journey of holistic healing & unparalleled personal growth starting today.
(289) 513-3550 View (289) 513-3550

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What are the most effective ways to manage medications?

One of the most effective ways a patient can manage their medications is to keep a list of each drug and dosage they take. Such a list can be helpful in keeping to their schedule and can also be something they bring to their psychiatrist or other physician so that the healthcare provider has a clear picture of what they’re taking and in what quantity. Using a pill organiser can be useful for memory and organisation. Patients should discuss their medications and their effects at every appointment.

What are the risks if medications are not managed properly?

A suboptimal approach to medication management can lead to potentially harmful health outcomes. Most psychiatric drugs have side effects, and if a patient is not aware of them, they may seek additional medical help or over the counter or prescription drugs to treat the side effects, which may have its own side effects, a process called “prescription cascade.” Another risk to disorganisation is that a psychiatrist without full knowledge of a patient’s regimen could prescribe a medication that should not be mixed with a patient’s existing drugs.

What’s the best way to encourage someone to get help managing their medications?

It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing medication management as a tool for improving their life and avoiding dangerous side effects. Offering specific examples of an individual’s failure to properly manage their medication regimen should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to break management down into parts, and there are several apps that can be used to organize which drugs are ingested, when they need to be refilled, and how they should be stored.

Are there natural treatments that can replace medications?

While there are many medications that can be vital to mental health, there are some natural lifestyle changes that can help reduce the need for drugs. Regular exercise, good sleep habits, a healthy diet, and therapy can all go a long way in symptom relief. Psychiatric medications typically treat symptoms but do not necessarily treat the cause of the condition. Many clinicians consider medications an adjunct to treatment rather than a treatment in and of itself.