Online Counselling for Vaughan

Are you feeling anxious all the time? Do you want to learn to manage your depression? Do you want to heal from your trauma? Acknowledging that there is something in your life, takes courage and strength and I want to commend you for taking that first step. Whether you are experiencing PTSD, trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, phobias, depression, stress or anger management, addiction, grieving, relationship issues and cross cultural issues, I can help you with your journey of healing and recovery in a safe, open, and collaborative environment.

You deserve to wake up each morning excited to start the day. And as a psychotherapist (with 15 years of experience as a Medical Doctor and Psychiatrist in Iran), I have the knowledge and tools to help you achieve this. Together, with my non-judgemental, holistic approach we can improve your biological, psychological, social, and financial wellbeing. You will find you have more command over your life and can genuinely achieve things you never thought possible.

I believe that everyone is unique and exploring our inner world can help us appreciate this uniqueness. Our journey and the pain that we go through in our life make each of us special. I have helped individuals, couples and families to discover their pain and realize how it impacts themselves and their relationships. The new meaning and insight that we gain from this exploration helps us accept and love our unique selves, and build deeper relationships with our loved ones.

I would like to support you with your life challenges, stressors, depression and anxiety. I want to help you reach your goals effectively through warm and empathic interaction. I can provide a warm space if you are looking for a caring and empathic therapist. As an affirmative therapist, I also work with BIPOC and LGBTQ populations, with extensive training in couples work. I facilitate non-judgementally and can walk us through collaborative and effective approaches. I have extensive experience working with ADHD, Autism and Neurodiversity and specialize in Brainspotting Trauma therapy. I want to understand your lived experiences.

I share a common human experience with my clients and appreciate our journeys. Maybe you're considering therapy to connect with someone non-judgmental and outside your personal support system; you're feeling uneasy or worrying about life; you're withdrawing from others and no longer find joy and pleasure; substance use or a habitual behaviour is getting in the way of meaningful relationships and meeting life’s challenges; or you experienced a major event in your life and you're feeling overwhelmed. We will endeavour to understand these challenges and I will support you in taking steps that would benefit you.

It may not be easy to overcome life’s challenges on your own and reaching for help is an essential step for change. You might struggle with upsetting emotions and conditions as Anxiety, Panic, Anger, Guilt, Grief, Depression, Trauma. Or you might be having difficulty adjusting to a major life change, wishing to establish healthier relationships. You may want to be more assertive and live your life fully. We can find a healing path forward. My passion and commitment is to help identify, address, and resolve barriers that get in a way of fulfillment and ease in your life.

****NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS IN VAUGHAN/MISSISSAUGA AND PHONE/VIDEO**** "I am not what has happened to me; I am what I choose to become" -Carl Jung. If you are stuck in the “I wish things had been different” mode,” and feel like there is little hope for change in your life; therapy provides an avenue to be heard, to grieve, to discover acceptance, and create a new future right now, as we work together to formulate small but consistent steps in the present. I believe that each person is unique and brings individualized strengths and skills to forge new paths in their lives and in their relationships. Together, we can reach your goals.

You want a shift in your life. You want someone to support you in creating that shift. I have the experience to provide you with the tools necessary to achieve your goals. Whether you are experiencing a relationship issue, are suffering from anxiety or depression, or have goals that you are struggling to accomplish, I can help. As the director of a service based non-profit project, I supported women experiencing high-conflict divorce. I have over 10 years experience as a therapist working with a wide range of issues within an employment assistance program, as well as private practice. I would love to help you reach your goals!

At times, your way of being is inconsistent with your goals & desires. You may need help understanding your current thoughts & behaviour patterns. Relationships can be tough, Life can be challenging. Your relationships with others, & with yourself effect everything in your life; including the choices you make & how you interact with others. We can all use the support and guidance of someone who will not judge, & will help you find insight, gain clarity, &work with you to discover the perspective and tools you need to move forward &take charge of your life.

Hello, and welcome to my site. Are you feeling depressed, isolated, stressed, anxious, low self esteem or suicidal? Are you having relationship problems, with partners, co-workers, family members(children)? I provide therapy for everyone but especially for those struggling with issues of divorce , anxiety and conflictive family relationship. I work with individuals, couples and families. I work in both languages Spanish and English . I am a member of Ontario College of Social Workers.

Hi I'm Judy, Director at Your Story Counselling (YSC). At YSC, we understand that life can be stressful, it's easy to become disconnected from ourselves and those we love. Our goal is to help you find what you need in order to create the pathways towards your own desired journey in life. When we open ourselves up to our vulnerabilities, we open ourselves up to our full potential. We believe that all of us have the strength within ourselves to overcome and forge ahead with our own preferred way of life, love, and happiness. We all can use some help and support from time to time.

One of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Allow me to help you navigate your emotions, untangle your thoughts and explore new ways of coping. Your glimpse of hope is out there, let's find it together.

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.

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!* Maybe you are looking to get some relief from anxiety, depression, stress or childhood trauma. Or, perhaps you are looking to build confidence, explore ways to communicate, and strengthen relationships. Maybe you are noticing that challenges in one area of your life are creating barriers to other areas of your life. Together, we will strive to get you to a place where you want to be ­– whether that be back on track, or moving forward in a completely new direction. STAR takes a holistic approach with a multi-disciplinary team to provide a safe and non-judgemental space for support, treatment and recovery!

Hope is powerful and is often what helps us push forward when life’s challenges become confusing and overwhelming. Yet, hope can be difficult to find and hold on to. I cannot promise solutions, but I am committed to walking with individuals, couples, and families in their search for understanding, growth, healing, and hope. I take a holistic and collaborative approach in exploring deeper emotions and thought patterns in past and present experiences.

Currently Accepting New Clients! I offer psychotherapy based on a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness-based techniques, and music therapy techniques. In addition to being a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), I am also a Music Therapist registered with the Canadian Association for Music Therapists. I work with individuals (adolescents/adults) and couples to assist in bringing awareness and positive change to their personal narratives and assist them in getting more of what they want from life.

***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.

Do you ever feel like your emotions are getting the best of you? Maybe you're dealing with stress, burnout, or depression, and it's affecting your day-to-day life. You may be trying to make a positive change but find yourself repeating old patterns. Or maybe you're just looking for someone to help you sort through a challenging transition, such as a breakup. If any of these describe you, then I'd love to help.

Sometimes life’s challenges can feel too overwhelming to process alone. When your mental health is being affected, confiding in someone who can hold a supportive space for your thoughts and feelings can be so important.