Is there a tug inside you, aching for your life to be different or better? Conflict between your inner voice, that whispers its wisdom, and influential norms that impress you with what you “should” do? You may be questioning your sense of belonging in this world. Worries of whether you’re good/smart/capable enough. Existential concerns of whether you are doing yourself, or your spirit, justice. You may wish to free yourself from patterns learned in childhood, or the professional culture you now find yourself a part of. At heart, you wish to experience a peaceful sense of self, joyful relationships, and meaningful work.

Existence can be a struggle, especially for folks holding identities marginalized by the dominant forces in this society. In all the joyful, unnerving, enraging moments, with their coexisting complexities, we sometimes need a place to unpack our experiences. I hope to cultivate space to lay down this baggage and examine, deconstruct and make choices of how we relate to the stories we carry, to each other and to ourselves. Through work at community addictions agencies in the GTA over the last nine years, I have supported individuals and families dealing with the effects of substance use through counselling, advocacy, and care.

My practice is focused on helping individuals struggling with various forms of distress such as depression, anxiety, and trauma. I help them to understand the nature and context of their distress and to utilize strategies that will support them to make substantial changes to how they think, feel, act and relate. I also help couples establish more adaptive ways of relating to each other to promote deeper levels of trust, intimacy, safety, and security.

My clients are from diverse backgrounds who have experienced traumatic events that are adversely impacting their personal sense of who they are, their relationships, both personal and professional. The clients are seeking to make sense of their lived experiences and recover their agency and power to live a wholesome life with dignity and respect. My clients usually have a history of intergenerational violence and come to therapy for resolving issues such as historic and current sexual violence, intimate relational violence, trafficking, trauma related to war and conflict, workplace violence, discrimination and harassment.

I offer my services from a client-centered, anti-oppression, and culturally-competent framework. Many years of practice in evidence-based and alternative clinical/healing practices to competently address issues resulting in anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, dissociation, stress and illness, and relationship challenges. I specialize in psychodynamic practice to allow for deeper healing of past emotional and trauma-related wounds. Emotionally-focused couples therapy is also my specialty. I enjoy working with people of all ages, gender, class, races, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations and life-styles. I strive diligently to help clients achieve more joy, balance, and well-being.

Who are you and what is it that you seek? These questions are always relevant and the answers can be ever-changing. Regardless of where you are in life, you may end up asking yourself these questions. Through this exploration, you may find comfort and solace, but you may also find that it leads to uncertainty, anxiety, and ultimately more questions than answers. Through an interpersonal-existential approach, we will explore all that it means to be you while grounding this experience in your moment-to-moment awareness.

Available for new bookings - video sessions only at this time. I am committed to building a relationship that supports your unique needs, develops your strengths and fosters your innate ability to heal. Often, we aren’t afforded the time, opportunity or privilege to learn the most beneficial ways to sift through what comes our way. We tackle things as best we can using strategies learned from previous experiences. In some situations, our default strategies end up taking us further away from what we want. This can prevent us from fulfilling our needs - we may get stuck not knowing how to cope or how to move forward.

A collaborative and compassionate therapeutic relationship is important for you to comfortably share the thoughts, feelings, behaviours and relationship issues that have been most distressing for you. My hope is to guide you through your journey towards a healthier life and empower you to become your most authentic self. I provide psychotherapy to adults and couples experiencing issues relating to anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, identity, and trauma, among others. My practice is inclusive, as I work with diverse problems, backgrounds and identities, to ensure my approaches are catered to each client.

I am a registered psychotherapist with 15+ years of clinical experience. In therapy, I support my clients by providing a safe space to explore issues, better understand where they are coming from and making the changes they want to. Whether you're struggling with a life change, relationship concerns, the COVID-19 pandemic, or issues from the past, this is a space where you can explore feelings, gain perspective, connection and support. My style as a therapist is warm, open and accepting. I practice from a strengths based, trauma informed framework and use a psychodynamic lens to better understand the root of the problem.

Are you overwhelmed by changes or loss in your life? Are you having difficulties in your closest relationships? Are you experiencing deep sadness and loneliness? Are you feeling isolated, confused, or hopeless? You are not alone. I am here to listen and help. Through our work together, you can: enhance your ability to handle stress and uncertainty; identify underlying causes of distress and understand what’s keeping you from being happy; improve your relationships, your life, your career; transform your self-doubt into confidence, courage, and self-worth; and heal the past, acknowledge the present, and look forward to the future.

You may seek therapy to overcome a crisis in life, such as trauma recovery, stress, life transition, or with the intention to cultivate deeper self-awareness. Together, we work to make meaning of your personal and relational narratives, transform what is no longer at the service of your higher self, and illuminate your true gift and potentials. I am a trauma informed, integrative psychotherapist, using a variety of techniques such as psychodynamic, attachment, Gestalt, somatic experiencing, and mindfulness.

Life experiences can be challenging and may sometimes feel overwhelming. Deciding to try therapy is a step toward seeing things differently and doing things differently. I am a social worker with more than fifteen years’ experience supporting the social and emotional development of youth, adults, couples and families. I offer a welcoming and affirming therapeutic space to explore your experiences, identify your strengths and help you develop strategies for living the life you want.

EBT3 is a team of culturally competent professionals who provide high-quality psychological services including therapy and assessment. These services are evidence-based, meaning they have been proven to work based on rigorous scientific research. Therapy is usually short-term, focuses on specific problems, and takes into account clients' circumstances and preferences when setting and achieving goals. Clients are also active participants in therapy along with their therapists. We work with individuals, couples, families and groups. We are LGBTQ2S positive

You are looking for a safe place where you can heal, grow, and be free! “Obstacles do not have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don't turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.” Michael Jordan. Life can be difficult, and you may feel lost in the process of trying to figure things out on your own. These challenges can impact your mental health and well-being leaving you feeling alone, empty, and lost. This isn't right! You should be celebrating the hardships and suffering you have overcome - and enjoying what you have achieved! You haven't come this far to simply stay stuck here.

In uncertain times you may feel overwhelmed by difficulties & feeling stuck. Many problems we experience are not our fault. I can help you effectively & quickly resolve relationship problems, sexual abuse trauma, feelings of betrayal, abandonment, social anxiety, self blame, self esteem, motivation & unsettling shame issues. Many times we lose our purpose in life & do not understand why we are plagued by unhelpful thoughts & feelings. By seeing me you will be understood even when your values may differ from your loved ones and others in your life. Contact me for a .5 hr initial consult & you will be relieved you did so.

Sometimes, it takes bravery to seek counseling, to reach out when in pain or transition, but seeking support is a sign of the impulse to thrive. We work together at a balanced pace for you. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and have a Masters of Psychology, with a private practice in downtown Toronto. My special interests include transitions across the life span, attachment and trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, Post Traumatic Stress, newcomer and cross-cultural issues, intersecting with LGBTQ issues, women's mental health, transitioning genders, and refugee issues.

You navigate multiple cultures. Maybe you are also a first- or second-generation immigrant. There is an area of your life you are struggling to adjust. You want to be true to yourself and grow healthier relationships but find some conversations too difficult. You are dissatisfied with where you are and feel stuck. You are unsure if your experience will be heard and understood if you ask for help.

I work from anti-oppression, client-centred and psychodynamic perspectives. In other words I respect the perspectives, goals and needs of the clients who are seeking support to understand themselves and others around them. As a therapist I become an ally in search of your truth and understanding of yourself, the world and others around you. I believe that working with a therapist can be helpful in sorting out your feeling and thoughts to face your challenges in life and become the best of yourself. I aim to offer a non-judgmental and open conversation so you can find that person in yourself.

I offer individual, couples/marriage and family therapy. Through understanding, I offer an authentic and warm environment for support and compassion. I believe it is very important to foster a safe space for both acceptance and change, therefore, integrating your worldview is a vital part of the process. I work from a client-centered, strength based perspective by listening attentively to fully understand your issue, so that through collaboration we can identify solutions in a way that is empowering.