Feminist Therapists in Mississauga, ON
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Rita Kohli
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MEd, EdD-c
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a highly competent psychotherapist trained in different forms of therapy, such as clinical traumatology, EMDR, cognitive therapy,
feminist
therapy, emotional freedom technique, EFT and other integrative therapies.
Clients in my practice are from diverse backgrounds who have experienced traumatic events that are adversely impacting their personal sense of who they are, their relationships, both personal and professional. They usually have a history of ancestral and intergenerational violence and seek therapy for resolve issues such as historic and current sexual/violence, intimate relational violence, trafficking, trauma related to war and conflict, workplace violence, discrimination and harassment. The clients are seeking to make sense of their lived experiences, recover their agency and power to live a wholesome life with dignity and respect
Sandy Boparai
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi! My name is Sandeep or Sandy for short, my pronouns are she/her. I am a queer Registered Social Worker, and hold an MSW. I believe that there is no timeline for healing or self-discovery. I recognize that the various systems in place in society impact the lives of every individual differently. As such I work from a harm reduction, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and intersectional
feminist
perspective.
Devi Mohabir
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
My practice is rooted in a
feminist
, anti-oppressive and trauma-informed framework.
My primary aim is to provide a non-judgmental, confidential, and supportive environment that promotes self-awareness, honours strengths and resilience, allowing individuals to openly talk about their concerns and feelings. Utilizing principles of self-compassion, mindfulness, and cognitive strategies, I provide a safe space for individuals to express and understand their feelings and develop new strategies for managing difficult challenges, changes, and transitions. Together, we work on developing a therapeutic relationship, creating a dialogue, and work to overcome problematic thoughts, feelings or behaviours.
Sarah Abušarar
Registered Social Worker, MA, BSW, RSW, EXAT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Registered Social Worker and a
Feminist
Counsellor with a Masters in Expressive Art Therapy.
I believe that thinking outside of our literal reality allows us to see the world through a more creative lense and find alternate ways of dealing with our problems. As a result, I use the Expressive Arts as a tool for therapy.
Amunpreet Dhaliwal
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work from an anti-oppressive,
feminist
, and trauma-informed lens and have further training in Interpersonal Therapy and Postpartum Mental Health.
In therapy I aim to walk alongside you –meeting you with authenticity, openness, and trust. At our core we as humans have an innate desire to form meaningful connections. I'm passionate about supporting clients in exploring the nuances and complexities of relationships. I specialize in supporting clients struggling with family conflict, communicating needs & boundaries, generational trauma, co-dependency, inner-child work, and in navigating parent-child relationships in adulthood. I'm also passionate about supporting women in perinatal & postnatal mental health, encouraging them to take up space in tending to themselves.
Ana Montero Trauma Integration And Mind Healing
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I offer care that is
feminist
, compassionate, person-centred and trauma-informed, tailored just for YOU.
Every single person will need compassionate support, personalized guidance and wisdom, at some point in their lives. If you have a history of trauma, a painful childhood, or have suffered from anxiety/depression for a long time, then this is even more true of you. Emotions and thoughts can be confusing and even hurtful to yourself and others. Some mental states are so complex, that seem to be layer upon layer of suffering. Life can be a rollercoaster and healthy stable relationships appear to be too much work! Imagine not to be defined by your history or struggles. Imagine being able to tap into joy and inner strength at any time!
Waitlist for new clients
Simryn Parmar
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We all come from vastly unique life experiences and identities, and there is no “one size fits all” way to heal and grow. I take an eclectic approach to therapy that is guided by my clients' individual needs. My practice is influenced by relational, narrative, experiential, and existential modalities, which I have a keen interest in integrating with creative and somatic techniques. I strive to create a therapeutic environment that values warmth, curiosity, and collaboration. I work through the lens of an intersectional
feminist
, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed framework that centers you as the expert of your own experiences.
Office is near:
Mississauga, ON L5C & Online
Waitlist for new clients
Sajedeh Zahraei
Registered Social Worker, PhD, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
As an experienced clinical social worker, I integrate a variety of therapeutic approaches and modalities into my person-centred, and holistic practice: Anti-racist, Anti-oppression,
Feminist
Frameworks, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SP), Trauma-informed, and Mindfulness-based Approaches.
I am a Toronto-based registered social worker, psychotherapist, and founder of Saleemeh Wellness Centre for Women. I completed my education at the University of Toronto where I obtained a Bachelor of Science degree, Majoring in Psychology, and Master and Doctoral degrees in Social Work. I have over 27 years of professional social work experience, primarily in mental health. My main area of interest has always been the intersection of immigration and mental health, with a particular focus on the impacts of political, structural, psychosocial issues on trauma and mental health of immigrant, refugee, racialized women.
Taylor Locke-Ribble
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified
Verified
My approach is person-centred,
feminist
, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or struggling to cope with the state of the world? Looking for a safe space to explore how you’re feeling? Let’s talk. I’m Taylor and my goal in therapy is to make sure you feel seen, understood, valued, and hopeful. I aim to empower you to realize your worth and feel confident in your ability to enact positive change in your life. My hope is that through our work together you will gain a deeper understanding of how to show up for and take care of yourself, applying your learning far beyond just the therapy setting. I look forward to supporting you in your growth and healing.
Denise Alton
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
All of us can benefit from feeling understood and supported. I am a registered social worker and psychotherapist who has been practicing for over 15 years. I value building warm and trusting relationships with my clients based on non judgement and providing practical and impactful strategies to manage whatever you may be dealing with in your life. This includes anxiety, depression, managing family and relationships, professional challenges, self-esteem, emotional distress and building skills to manage symptoms of trauma, among many other challenges.
Nikita Sehgal
Registered Psychotherapist, MCP, CCC, RP, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), a Registered Psychotherapist, and a Registered Social Worker (RSW). I have earned a Master of Counselling Psychology, and posses a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Hons). In practice, I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, enhancing Self-Esteem and understanding Immigration or Acculturation stress. I am empathic, warm and skilled in creating an encouraging environment where we can understand your vision for your life, and the barriers that are keeping you from living the life that you want.
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Michelle Bloom
Registered Social Worker, BACYC, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Thank you for taking this courageous step in reaching out. I have been supporting individuals including adults and young people for over 35 years. My extensive experience is grounded in mental health well-being impacted by the challenges of life events including, loss and traumatic events. I work from an attachment and trauma informed lens and trained in strength based approaches including attachment focused EMDR, self compassion, somatic approaches and mindfulness practice. I offer a compassionate welcoming atmosphere. If you are experiencing stress that is causing you distress, please do not hesitate in contacting me.
Jon Lewis
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
**NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS IN PERSON AND REMOTELY** I pride myself in offering clients an approach that is dedicated to understanding their goals through a collaborative counselling experience. I create a safe and calm space to facilitate a strong therapeutic connection with clients. With gentle curiosity and openness, I invite clients to tell me about their world and experience, so I can learn from them. I believe that healing is possible for everyone and it is my joy to help a client unlock their full potential for happiness and health. It’s not about merely helping clients to survive the day to day but helping clients to thrive!
Parmjit Rathaur
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
Verified
Let’s Talk. No issue is too big or too small. My specialties are South Asian cultural issues related to relationships / in laws / personal self improvement / grief / mindful eating. I am a registered psychotherapist, registered nurse and have a masters degree in counselling psychology. My practice is grounded in cognitive psychology, medical sciences, mindfulness, judgement and self compassion.
Dia Meratian
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
When I think about therapy, I imagine my client’s search for well-being and healing as if they were lost and trying to find their way home. You might know where home is, but find yourself stuck in darkness, not being able to find your way. As your therapist, I see myself holding the flashlight. You are the one who knows your way to healing, and I have the tools to help get you there easier. This is what I believe therapy looks like; us walking together on your journey. As we travel together to help you find “home”—your place of healing, peace, and comfort—while I share my knowledge and tools to help you find that “home”.
Dorraine Mitchell
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Your mind is racing, your palms become sweaty, and you ask yourself “am I normal?”; “are these thoughts normal?”; “what’s wrong with me?”. You become anxious, you can’t sleep, eat, or think. Have you experienced any of these symptoms? I am here to tell you that many of us have from time-to-time. If these thoughts are consuming your day-to-day life I am here to help. I am a passionate therapist, and I consistently work from a client-centred and anti-oppressive perspective. I work eclectically, which basically means that I draw from several therapy modalities in order to meet your unique needs.
Your Lifetime Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MD, MACP, RP(q), PMP, CCRP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I wear many professional hats. I am an MD, MACP, RP(q), a Clinical Researcher, a Project Management Professional, a Professor at George Brown College, previously an instructor for 15 years at UofT and a family oriented female. I am a published author in the Journal of American College of Cardiology, International Diabetes Federation and the Journal of European Society of Cardiology. I have a number of years worth of work experience in mental health. I have taken care of clients in the in/out patient settings. I believe in providing a non-judgmental and safe space for people to share. My aim is to build stronger communities.
Anxiety And Trauma Therapist Christine El-Dairy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you worry about the future? Are you experiencing relational difficulties & frustrations, and do you feel triggered by important others in your life? Do you cope by shutting down or avoidance, and end up feeling drained? Do you sometimes 'people please' or to achieve to feel a sense of self-worth and safety, and to avoid your feelings? Do you procrastinate and have difficulties focusing? Have you experienced losses or failures that have impacted your confidence and sense of self. If you are interested in self-exploration, coping better, managing anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, ADHD or depression, we can help.
Mamta Bhatt
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q)
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling "stuck" in your life? Do relationship challenges, achieving work-life balance, or problems of the growing children overwhelm you? Are your past behaviors and/ or family history hindering your current life? Are you someone who's feeling torn between your personal sense of freedom and familial obligations? Is your goal mastering your situation and circumstances or it is to stop being overwhelmed by the past or future to be able to enjoy the present moment? Are you seeking the support of someone who's calm, empathetic, supportive and helps you to figure out your best solution to life's problems?
Jasmine Spurrell
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, RP(Q)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Finding the right therapist can be a daunting and intimidating process. This is why I appreciate the strength and courage that it takes to reach out for help. I also admire the ambition and belief that positive change is possible. Therefore, I would be so honoured to support you in identifying your needs, goals, and taking these next steps with you. My goal is to build and maintain a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship with you, so you can feel empowered and confident, in yourself and in your decision making. I provide a comfortable and judgement-free space for you to be able to express yourself and grow.
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Feminist Counsellors
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.