Trauma Focused Therapists in Richmond Hill, ON

As your therapist, my goal is to create an authentic connection where you and I can make a space where healing and change can happen. I have provided therapeutic counselling for over 10 years with racial identity. I am passionate about supporting family and individual, by using a trauma-focused, and culturally sensitive approach. I am experienced in Dialectical Behaviour, and cognitive behaviour while understanding your multicultural needs. I often utilize Narrative and Strength-Based approaches to assist clients to tell their stories and use Emotionally Focus to connect with their feelings. I recognize you are unique

If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, disconnected or struggling with difficult emotions (i.e. depression, anxiety, burnout or anger), I can certainly support you. We all get hit with hardships. It takes courage to seek help. I am happy to work with you to relieve your stress, achieve wellness and improve you quality of life. My area of specialty includes working with individuals, couples and families to manage and heal from the impact of depression, anxiety and trauma. I have an eclectic approach that combines several modalities i.e. CBT, Psychodynamic & Narrative therapy). I also offer group counselling & supervision services.

I am a deeply empathetic and dedicated social worker and psychotherapist, with more than 15 years of experience working with a diverse range of clients. My primary areas of focus are helping individuals in coping with trauma, managing mood instability, and delving into gender or queer identity exploration. As a devoted client-centered and trauma-focused practitioner, my ultimate goal is to establish a warm and secure therapeutic environment in which clients can confidently shed their old survival strategies and forge meaningful connections with their true, authentic selves.

Are you feeling stuck in repetitive cycles of ruminating and intrusive negative thoughts, emotional distress and dysregulation? Are you engaging in unhealthy behaviours to cope? Struggling with relationships? Is it difficult for you to love yourself, to connect with the present, to achieve your goals? Perhaps you just feel stuck overall and don’t know how to move forward from this place you find yourself in, even though you desperately want to? Feeling stuck often produces consuming feelings of anxiety, panic, shame, guilt, fear, disappointment, and depression. "Stuck" can be a hard and isolating place to be - I want to help you.

Welcoming New Clients! Are you looking for a therapist that can offer support during a challenging time? Then you should meet Harjinder Mundi. Harjinder is a Child and Youth Care Counsellor who possess’ a minor in Family Supports and Community Practice from Ryerson University. He is also an Ontario Certified Teacher from the University of Ontario and a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from the University of Windsor. Harjinder has worked in different educational facilities, treatment centres, & hospitals for over 20 years.

Are you feeling chained to the past and locked into “autopilot” mode? Are relationships leaving you wonder about belonging or being good enough? Trauma leaves an undeniable trail of distrust and fear in our mind and our bodies. Trauma is what went wrong and what was never given. Its imprints shape our stress response, emotional thresholds and how we relate to others. So, what if you could quiet your survival brain and take back control of your life? Therapy is about becoming the architect of your life and the master of your mind and body. It’s time to take charge and shape the new you.

As a registered social worker and a psychotherapist I am committed to creating a safe space by taking a non-judgmental stance and remaining flexible to your needs. Therapy is a place where we can collaboratively embark on a journey to work towards your goals while maintaining your role as the expert of your own life. We are a team. I will be there with you every step of the way to provide you with guidance and support. I will listen to you and respond with warmth and unconditional positive regard while gently challenging you to reach your goals. Together, we will decide what to keep, what to change, and what to throw away.

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).

Karrela is a Registered Clinical and School Psychologist in Ontario. Karrela has extensive experience from having served as an integral member of an interdisciplinary diagnostic team at TRC, Ministry of Children and Youth Services. Karrela is a Psychologist with the Toronto District School Board and Owner of Kids Psychological Centre (KPC) . KPC strives to support the well-being of children & adolescents by providing assessments that reveal the unique profile of each child & adolescent and recommendations, interventions, and consultation to support/enhance their every day functioning at home and school.

The decision to seek support for yourself or your family can be an emotion-filled process. I work collaboratively with my clients to develop a plan to address the unique concerns you may have. I bring 15 years of experience working with children and youth and their families struggling with depression, anxiety, and impulse control issues. My approach is eclectic and holistic and includes elements of cognitive-behavioural, attachment-informed, and mindfulness-based therapy. The development of a caring relationship and a safe space to explore are at the core of my work.

I am currently a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) student with Yorkville University who has previously completed a Bachelor of Arts (Wilfrid Laurier University) and a Post-Graduate Certificate (Seneca College). In addition to my current enrolment as a Master's student, my previous educational background in Psychology and Mental Health Interventions have provided me with a thorough understanding of working with different theories, modalities, and techniques in conjunction with cultural competence.

I offer non-judgemental, compassionate and professional therapy with 20yrs of experience. You will experience a feeling of being understood and therapeutic connection with me. I look forward to the opportunity to develop a therapeutic relationship with you and work alongside you on your personal journey.

Parenting is no small feat. While we love our children and are doing our best, parenting can be challenging and exhausting and sometimes, we can feel like we are failing. If you feel this way and wish you could do something to support your child (or yourself!) differently, you are not alone; these feelings are normal, and change is possible. As a primary school educator for over twenty years before pursuing psychotherapy, I’ve supported many children and families experiencing behavioural challenges, difficulty adjusting to change, or learning to navigate a new diagnosis.

Even though it's so intangible, your mental health is crucial in many aspects of your life. It takes courage to put your foot forward and place yourself as a priority, setting healthy boundaries and self-understanding. We're in a society where we are told to put ourselves last and we forget that, our "self" is the foundation of progress and growth. When you experience a safe haven that you couldn't find anywhere else, you create something so unique for yourself. Step into my sessions, share what you're looking for in therapy and I'll be your passenger who navigates along side with you on your journey.

If you’re struggling with a challenge that feels confusing, heavy, or scary, or if you’re at a crossroads in life and wondering what’s next, I can help. I can tune in to the core issue, support you through the confusion, and help you develop a clear and manageable plan to move forward. The Emotion Code (TEC) can also help you feel lighter by releasing trapped emotions. TEC is the simplest, quickest, and most efficient healing method in energy psychology today. Trapped emotions can even be passed down (inherited), or trapped in utero (prenatal). The Emotion Code clears our emotional baggage without having to relive past experiences.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and a student intern at Fancy Therapy Services. I identify as a BIPOC and culturally inclusive individual. Navigating through the ups and downs of life can be difficult for you to endure alone. It is a challenge to find a balance between your work, home, and personal life. Rumination about the past, and worries about the future are constantly on your mind. You encounter inner conflict, and conflict between yourself and the world. Conflicts put pressure on your relationships with individuals in your life. Strained relationships are overwhelming as they affect how you think and feel.

Finding the right therapist is as important as getting the right help. In the process of seeking who you would prefer to work with, we offer a free 15 minute consultation over the phone. If you decide to make an appointment, the first session has no strings attached. We will go through what the concerns are, some goals, and expectations (if any), and you can decide whether you are ready for us to continue with further sessions. Collaboration is essential in this process of finding a path to your healing. Take the next step and give us a call to see if we can work together. Our office hours are M-F 9am-8pm and Saturdays 10am-5pm.

Accepting NEW patients! I speak Cantonese, Mandarin and English. I provide counselling to children, youth and adults via secure video and phone calls. I view mental health as a cardiologist views heart health – a vital part of living! I am passionate about healing and helping you live your best life. I enjoy working with individuals with concerns related to any life challenges experienced that prevent you from living your best life, including: trauma, attachment, addiction, grief, relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, BPD and psychosis. I also work with a team of therapists, dietitians and naturopaths.

Lior is highly skilled in counselling and psychosocial assessments, testing and treatment plan development. She excels in personal support for individuals within a couples, family and child interest in specialization. She also has a lot of experience working with school aged youth and adolescents. Her strengths include her innate ability to understand and cope with challenging situations while maintaining a relaxed, approachable attitude, and provide creative problem-solving/solution-focused methods for her clients. She has worked in clinical, educational, institutional and home settings providing group and individual support.