Online Counselling for M4X

How you feel, matters. Therapy isn't for someone who has it worse than you, you owe it to yourself to reach for the support you need to thrive. You could be looking for support during a difficult time or recovery after a difficult ending or experience. You might have some confusion as to why things are going wrong in your relationships, which you hope to strengthen or repair or end. Perhaps the pandemic turned life upside-down and you are finding your balance again. Maybe you feel disconnected, alone or have suffered in a relationship with someone who does and are looking for a therapist who can understand what's happening.

I offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy, and other embodied somatic practices, that tap into the body's and mind’s innate ability to begin healing from past traumas, overwhelming emotions, fears, distressing thoughts and experiences, helping you overcome the negative impact this has on your life. You need to be provided with support, a sense of safety, connection and a compassionate space to do that, and I will work with you to foster and help create that space for healing.

Sexual health and well-being, relationships, substance use, recovery from addiction, communication skills, finding community, family problems, anxiety, mood (depression), trauma (PTSD), body image, building self-esteem, stress reduction, managing a diagnosis, grief and loss; these are some of the things people have come to work with me on. I will work with you to uncover, recover and discover what you are awesome at, and use your innate aptitudes and unique ways of being to create tailor-made resolution to what brings you to therapy.

Therapy is an investment in yourself. It's a place to explore what is most important in your life, especially if you've been feeling "stuck" or unable to fully enjoy your life. Perhaps you've been experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression that have been limiting your ability to take action or make a change to improve your quality of life. Maybe you're in the midst of a difficult life transition, coping with grief from a personal loss, or experiencing workplace burnout, and finding it difficult to regain your emotional stability, energy, and well-being. In therapy, we talk about strategies and about the "big questions" of life.

I believe that painful experience and times of suffering are inevitable and bring us into contact with the most human parts of ourselves. Rather than pushing experiences away, I work with clients to get close and learn from the things that worry them, depress them and excite them. And to watch for the wisdom and resilience that emerges when we do. I see therapy as an opportunity for individuals to know themselves deeply, treat themselves therapeutically, and to recognize themselves as rich, capable and complex beings. My stance is curious and non-judgemental. The relationship that I offer is caring, respectful and often playful.

Hello! My name is Rana Khan. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist. I have specialized training in Couples and Family Therapy. The clients I serve are mostly couples and families or individuals who have concerns/issues with their relationships. I have helped clients explore tips/tools/strategies that has helped improve their communication, intimacy, and emotional connection. I have also supported clients in finding meaning as they recover from an emotional hurt, deal with loss, go through an affair, or manage other external stressors such as family, work, health, culture, and/or religion.

I have experience working with youth and adults with an emphasis on and gender diverse folks and the LGBTQ2S community. I have supported clients with a range of presenting issues, including anxiety and depression, body image, eating disorders, gender/sexuality-related issues, personality disorders, intergenerational trauma, complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and substance use. My approach is grounded in a trauma-informed, intersectional anti-oppressive framework and I aim to foster resilience and empowerment using a warm, collaborative approach to support folks in meeting their goals.

When difficult times come, people are drawn to look at themselves. The habitual patterns of personality and relationships may no longer work or may be unsuited to who you are now. Feelings like shame, guilt and loneliness are painful. Unconscious defenses that protected you in the past can create problems rather than solve them and can actually inhibit your growth and freedom in the present. Therapy can increase self awareness, improve relationships, vitalize your sense of self, help you to discovery meaning and purpose, provide solutions to problems and reduce feelings of distress. Therapy is like a renovation. 30 years experience.

Navigating the aftermath of trauma or grappling with challenging emotions like sadness, anger, and anxiety can make coping feel like an uphill battle. If you're finding yourself caught in a web of negative emotions and unmanageable stress, unsure of how to break free, I'm here to help. In our therapy sessions, we'll explore a variety of tools and techniques to help you find relief. I'm a firm believer that therapy isn't a one-size-fits-all solution, so I pull from different approaches to customize our sessions and treatment plan to suit your unique needs.

Experiencing sadness, worry, or distress? Are past traumas impacting your present? Feeling "different"? Is it hard to navigate the world socially? These are some of the mental health, identity, and social concerns that can impact individuals and their families, impeding wellbeing. I provide psychotherapy and assessments to assist with a range of issues including mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, abuse, attachment concerns, anger, autism spectrum disorder, learning/attention issues, addictions, family functioning problems/transitions (e.g., divorce, adoption) etc. I also have unique training and experience supporting gender/sexual identity-related exploration, coming out, and/or transition/surgery readiness assessments.

To help you, I use Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, as well as providin a space to guide self discovery, self expression, and self compassion. Mindfulness helps us to not get overwhelmed by our distressing thoughts and physical sensations and CBT provides techniques that help changing of thoughts, reactions, and habits. It is my belief that therapy helps heal, strengthen, and or change a person’s relationship with their self, history, and environment. This change can entail adopting coping skills, increasing awareness of how we treat our selves, and management of our environment.

Does it feel like you’re barely holding it together some days? Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and stressed? Do you want to feel differently but feel stumped as to how? If so, I have some good news - change and feeling different is possible! If you’re looking for more ease in your life and ways to manage the emotional bumps along the way, we can work together to make that happen. I work with my clients to identify goals and find creative strategies that work for them because you deserve strategies and ideas as unique as you are!

By leveraging an action-oriented approach to psychotherapy and life coaching, I guide you toward taking transformational steps toward a positive, healthful, balanced, and fulfilling life. My approach combines psychodynamic, narrative, solution-focused, trauma-informed, and cognitive-behavioural therapy. I specialize in 'depth therapy' or 'depth work,' an insightful practice aimed at uncovering and addressing the root cause of emotional distress and fostering the development of a strong core identity. Reflect deeply on yourself in a respectful, safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment.

For many years, I have successfully formed therapeutic relationships with individuals/couples, to understand their issues, and offer support to manage stressors & remove barriers. Your issues may arise from an inability to cope with the present, due to stress, depression and anxiety; or from life transitions, sexual orientation, sexual dysfunction, grief, and substance use. I work from a person-centered approach, to help you to find balance and resilience to improve your ability to function better. I use my training and knowledge to create with you a solution to reflect your lifestyle choices.

Starting your therapy journey can be difficult, but I hope you know how courageous it is to take this first step on your journey to mental wellness. Sometimes, what brings you to therapy is a major life event that you need help navigating and sometimes, it is a variety of events that have built up over time. My goal is to help you make the transition to mental wellness as comfortable as possible, with the personal belief that a strong therapeutic alliance makes a positive impact on the change you want to achieve.

Do you find yourself worrying a lot or feeling anxious? Do you go through a significant life change, and you do not feel comfortable with your current situation? If you are tired of struggling with a hectic and overwhelming life, and you are ready to make meaningful changes in your life, I would be honored to walk alongside you through this journey. I believe together we can create success.

Sarah Yousuf is a registered social worker and psychotherapist with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers. Aside from her secular studies, she received her Ta’leem Al Quran Certificate from Al Huda Institute Canada where she studied the Tafseer of the Quran. Wanting to pursue her religious studies further, she moved to Egypt to study Arabic and Islamic Studies. Her goal in therapy is to combine both the secular and religious knowledge she has acquired to create a powerful mode towards psycho-spiritual well-being for clients, that is rooted in the Quran and Sunnah.

I'm here to support anyone struggling with life's various challenges. Coming from a highly mobile education industry and music-focused background, I endeavour to provide reflection through various lenses - with a combination of self-exploration and creativity. If you are looking for someone who is open and eclectic in their approach, while maintaining a focus on your development, we could be a wonderful fit!

We all face difficult times in our lives. I believe, however, that we have the strength to meet these challenges head on, overcome our blocks, and ultimately benefit from these opportunities for growth. Of course, we may not always be able to see our way through these times on our own. A collaborative therapeutic relationship established in a safe and supportive environment can allow us to unlock the strength and resiliency we all carry within us.