Emotionally Focused Therapists in Richmond Hill, ON

Change is constantly unfolding around us, without always our awareness. You may be experiencing a lot of transitions and perhaps even some uncertainty. You may be quietly asking yourself, is therapy for me? Will it help me? I want you to remember that, change is a constant. I have over two decades of experience working with children, youth, and families. I utilize a number of different therapeutic approaches to practice, namely: Emotional Freedom Technique ( EFT ), Narrative Therapy and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Are you overcome with guilt about your addiction and behaviours? Maybe you find yourself saying that it was the last time...only to find yourself relapsing. Choosing the right specialist is essential to your recovery. As an internationally certified addiction counsellor and holistic health practitioner, I have helped hundreds of individuals and families treat addiction and heal unhealthy patterns. Using evidence-based therapeutic methods, I’ll work with you to create a recovery path that fits your lifestyle and goals. Recovery means something different to everyone. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach.

My practice focuses on assisting individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, unresolved grief, work-related problems, phobias, and stress. By applying evidence-based approaches and techniques that include mindfulness therapy, EFT ( Emotionally Focused Therapy), meaning therapy, and cognitive-behavioural therapy, my goal is to create a safe, warm, and non-judgmental space for you to determine how best to move forward.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Ontario and an EMDR Clinician, Hypnotherapist in bilingual counselling (Farsi-English) to individuals, couples and families experiencing a variety of life transitions and challenges. I offer counselling within a safe conducive environment to individuals and couples. I have worked successfully with clients seeking support with personal growth, anger management, anxiety, coping with loss, child sexual abuse, relationship issues, life crisis, divorce and many other personal issues.

It can be difficult to reach out for support when we find ourselves adrift in the ocean of our lives. Perhaps you've momentarily let go of your anchor and don't know how to find your way back or maybe you've been floating on your own for as long as you remember. Your circumstances and experiences are unique, but you don't have to be alone on your journey. I strive to use my professional training in tandem with unique insight from my lived experience to create a safe, non-judgmental and collaborative space where you can be free to explore your identity, internal processes and lived experiences.

Research has shown that the most important factor in therapy is the therapeutic alliance, or plainly put, the relationship between the client and the therapist. It is this kind of relationship in counselling that has been identified as the fundamental catalyst to facilitate and enhance wellness, change and growth. This, in addition to the tools used from such modalities as CBT, DBT, EFT etc. that can help individuals to experience change, growth and increased well being. I'm honoured to help connect with you where you will hopefully feel encouraged, challenged, supported and helped to meet your goals and make changes in your life.

Are you feeling stuck? Emotionally overwhelmed? Or unsure what steps to take next in your journey towards healing? Reaching out and seeking support may seem “simple” but is often the most courageous thing we can do. Therapy can provide the space for you to share your story – and be seen, heard, known, and cared for by another. This process often lays the foundation for discovering who you are and overcoming life’s challenges.

I offer individual and couples talk therapy to adults, bringing warmth, empathy and patience into each interaction. My aim is to make therapy a safe, comfortable and non-judgmental space where the healing process can take place. I practice through a strengths-based lens, tailoring my approach to fit each individual's diverse background. I integrate various evidence-based treatments to support my patients in developing better self-awareness, feeling “unstuck” and learning new skills (e.g. cognitive behavioural therapy, emotional focused therapy, attachment theory and mindfulness techniques).

I am passionate about continuous growth, learning, and connecting with you. The challenges of life often leave us feeling lonely and stuck. As a warm, observant, and empathetic therapist I make space for clients to feel safe, supported, and valued. My approach is based on CBT, EFT , DBT, and systems theory through which I see clients from a holistic and integrative perspective. My training includes Focusing Level I and Prepare and Enrich.

Life can feel overwhelming at times. You may find that you’re simply going through the motions, questioning whether you'll ever be able to feel peace and joy, or wondering whether your relationships will ever become healthy and fulfilling. I’m here to help. As a therapist, I specialize in working with individuals who are experiencing difficulty with: relationships, healthy-communication, codependency, self-esteem concerns, self-worth, depression, grief/loss, anxiety, self-acceptance, life transitions, and parenting.

I am a registered psychotherapist (qualifying) with the College of Psychotherapists of Ontario and a Canadian Certified Counsellor. Also, I have an MPH and Ph.D. in Public Health with more than 15 years of public health academic and research experience to help my clients overcome their anxiety and mood concerns, relationship and attachment issues, trauma, cognitive, behavioural and life difficulties. My top priority is to be culturally competent, help you attain self-growth, live your authentic life again, and enjoy optimum performance and results.

I work with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, grief/loss, self esteem, relationships and more. I offer a spiritual component to my practice that incorporates the mind, body and spirit of every individual in my care. I offer a calming, safe, non-judgemental, secure environment with both the therapy I practice and the environment I practice within. I love what I do and it shows through in my approach, my interest, my passion and the results that follow in each client. My background as a Life Coach is helpful in moving clients forward.

With over 22 years of ongoing clinical practices, teaching, and clinical supervision has allowed me to develop and provide quality treatment for various issues. In a safe and acceptance environment, I will accompany you in your Journey of healing, finding your own voice, and connecting with self and others. With compassion and collaboration, I can help you to explore your concerns in a way that honors your strengths while encouraging healthy growth, finding a way out of confusions, and growing towards meaning and joy, fullness of life and deep connections.

Do you feel "stuck" in your relationship, going around in circles to prove a point and be heard? or...do you steer away from difficult conversations to avoid conflict or start a fight? Does your relationship feel "empty" leaving your discouraged and wondering if issues will ever get resolved? Have you been betrayed by your partner or family member and feel sad, devalued and unappreciated?

I am a Psychotherapy provider with over 30 years of experience in both hospital and community settings with the assessment and treatment of a wide variety of issues impacting adults and youth such as: anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, psychosis, couple and family issues, interpersonal difficulties, anger management, work/school and legal issues.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), Counselor, and Wellness Consultant, specializing in trauma, PTSD, workplace issues and nutritional counseling. Individual sessions may include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotional Freedom Techniques ( EFT ), Tapas Acupressure Technique (TAT), Trance Therapy, Aromatherapy (CCA) and other approaches.

We are a team of Registered Psychotherapists who value equality, integrity, and compassion. Our mission is to provide counselling services that help you change your life. We are passionate individuals who love what we do. Everyone is valuable and deserves a chance to be heard, validated, and acknowledged. We work with those working through relationship concerns, anxiety, sex-related concerns, depression, addiction (drug & behavioural (sex, internet, porn etc.), trauma, PTSD, abuse, and much more. We believe that once we look at the whole person, addressing one symptom only would do the client an injustice. Therefore, we work on what you want to work on.