Online Counselling for Mississauga

Have you been feeling sad, anxious, alone, or discouraged? Are you searching for ways to improve the quality of your life and your relationships? Often, we may feel stuck in a place from which we cannot escape. I know how hard and painful this can be, but you don't have to go through this alone. Reaching out for professional support to navigate your emotional, behavioural, and relationship challenges can be life changing. Together, we will walk this journey in a calm, non-judgmental, and supportive space!

Are you feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, panic or overwhelmed? Unable to identify what's going with you? Feeling unheard? We can facilitate you on the journey of positive change and healing. Our experience helps us in supporting clients struggling to cope with stress, symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, panic attacks, individual trauma processing, low self-esteem, relationship issues, guilt, shame & more. We can work together and activate the resources that are lying within you. You are just a call away towards your journey of healthy change, overcome challenges of your everyday life and maintain mental well-being.

New Clients Welcome- Hello! Even when you’re around others, do you ever feel depressed or lonely? Does it seem like worry is controlling your relationships or your life? Most likely, this isn’t the life you had imagined for yourself. I believe you deserve better. When my clients need assistance with depression, trauma, relationship conflicts, or other issues, they frequently come to me. I deal with people who want to solve their problems and reclaim their happiness, including women, children, and couples. You might discover that you’re enthusiastic about what lies ahead once you’ve been able to overcome what’s been holding

Bravo on taking the first step of your journey! Finding the right therapist is not easy, and there is hope! Our team is here to help. We hope to give you enough information here to determine if we would be a good fit. Feel free to book a free 15 minute video consultation or book a session at www.thecouplewellnessexperts.com. We work with individuals and couples on-line. Kristen Parselias is under the direct supervision of the Clinic Director, Melissa Johari. Melissa also offers supervision services to Social Workers and Psychotherapists.

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.

Accepting New Clients! Are you a busy professional juggling the complexities of family, work and relationships? The relentless demands of modern life can take a toll on our emotional well-being. If you are navigating life complexities and feel overwhelmed you are not alone. Perhaps trying to find purpose, meaning in your work, seeking clarity, or finding balance? You are here because you need to speak with someone who understands your pain, and how it has impacted you and your relationships. Whether you’re navigating family dynamics, workplace stress, life-transitions, relationship issues, or feeling alone let's talk.

As we journey through life, unfair things happen. The associated thoughts, feelings and people can stay with us as painful memories, create a sense of burden and influence our future expectations. While we can't change the past, it is under our control to change the way we look at what happened. As challenging events and relationships unfold, we can control how we respond. We do this by becoming more aware of automatic negative reactions and replacing them with healthier thoughts, feelings and behaviours. In sessions, we explore thoughts, ideas, feelings, behaviours and interpersonal patterns that cause us to feel "stuck" in life.

***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR PHONE/VIDEO**** People enter my office for a variety of reasons. Sometimes they find it difficult to make a decision or feel that they cannot get out of a vicious circle of problems, struggle to adapt to new conditions or don’t feel safe, and sometimes it is simply difficult for them to live from day to day due to mental health or physical concerns. Sometimes they want to help their loved ones and don't know how. They often want to feel free from feelings of hopelessness and helplessness, overcome the struggles and move forward.

We’re all looking for healing and a sense of connection - it is so very human of you to even be in search of a therapist for support. Hi, I’m Zahra, and I’d love to guide you on this bumpy road called life. I help Gen Z and Millennial clients improve their relationship with themselves, their ability to manage anxiety and stress, and help them feel more fulfilled with their life choices. This is about healing and strengthening from the inside, and most importantly, not alone. If this relates to you, I would be humbled in walking you through your journey of care.

As a relationship therapist, I focus on parent child relationships, couple relationships and relationships at the work place.

I believe that each individual has the capacity for growth through self-awareness and acceptance. I have supported individuals to recognize their optimal potential, develop and maintain healthy meaningful relationships, while making choices that are in the interest of oneself and others. I help my clients free themselves from disabling assumptions and attitudes so they can live fuller lives. As a trauma-informed therapist, I aim to create a warm, non-judgmental environment to facilitate growth and change.

The journey of a thousand steps begins with just one step! Today you have taken that first step. Steps that will lead to your empowerment. A step on the right path towards growth and well-being. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we will work together to better understand and resolve changes in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behaviour patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

Dr. Afsheen Anwar is a registered clinical and counselling psychologist in Ontario and a member of CPA. She obtained her PhD in Psychology from Pakistan in 2012. From a Southeast-Asian, Muslim background, Dr. Anwar has been passionately involved with teaching, consulting & clinical practice since 2000 at a national & international level. She has over 23 years of clinical experience including assessment & therapy with individuals, couples & families, and has worked in both individual and group settings. She works with clients to address various issues including mood disturbances and anxiety, relationship conflict & personal growth.

Life at times can be overwhelming. The challenges of our lived experiences, childhood trauma, financial constraints and relationships can get the better of us. For those struggling, it is not always easy to seek help. Healing can begin when you acknowledge the hurt and allow yourself to create space for it, understand it and to heal through it. I am here to offer my support by taking on a trauma focused approach where counselling sessions will help you navigate the challenges and opportunities that life send your way. We can discuss ways in which to cope while also identifying your strengths and values.

Whether you are struggling with addiction, stress, chronic pain, or depression, I can help. My holistic approach takes into account your life as a whole. I believe in long-term recovery, so I aim to treat and heal root causes rather than symptoms alone. I also help to create sustainable and supportive structures in your life that you can lean on during hard times.

Accepting New Clients We all have experienced a trivial moment, emotion or difficult encounter that has us questioning and challenging the things we see around ourselves. Some challenges we are able to cope with and build resiliency; while others we cannot. Allowing yourself to find the right support and encouragement during these difficult times can be crucial and imminent to your well-being. Finding a place of acceptance, and serenity to provide inner peace is possible and can be done with the right person.

We were not meant to be perfect; but we were meant to live a wholesome and purposeful life. Therefore, I support individuals and their families through significant life challenges to develop a sense of completeness and fulfillment. To do that, I create a safe space of empathy, trust and understanding for healing, growth and resilience to occur. My main focus is to help persons overcome difficulties, build self-esteem and resilience, increase confidence; and most importantly, discover that peace and love within themselves.

It's common to feel overwhelmed when you are going through a challenging time. But you don’t have to tackle it alone! Through individual and couples psychotherapy, I provide a non-judgemental, warm and supportive space for you to explore and untangle your thoughts and feelings. Depending on your goals therapy can also provide guidance and teach you life-long skills, such as better communication in your relationships or tools for personal mental wellness.

I have a particular interest in helping clients understand and explore their emotional experiences. I have experience supporting both adolescent and adult populations struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, general life stressors, academic issues, self-harm and suicidal ideation. I have also supported individuals struggling with interpersonal relationships such as difficulty with friendships and family.