Therapists in Angus, ON

My team and I aren't just qualified therapists; we have walked a similar path that you are on. We have felt cultural confusion, self-doubt, and the echoes of generational struggles. We get you because we have been you. Our support goes beyond textbooks. We offer research-based treatment and services in various languages to create a safe space where you can share your story and find relief from your silent suffering. You are in the right place. Let’s move past parental approval and traditions, leaving behind insecurities, toxic shame, and self-doubt. Don’t just learn to feel better. Learn to know you belong wherever you are.

Trauma, loneliness, and pain are a part of life. We can't choose when these experiences find us, but we can choose how we respond and maybe even open new paths. Our team of psychotherapists are here to support you in your healing journey by bringing clarity, reducing overwhelm, and supplying you with the skills and tools you need to reconnect with your authentic self. We hold a safe space in which you can explore, heal and grow, without fear of judgement. We do this through practicing culturally-responsive, LGBTQ-affirming, and trauma-informed care and creating a unique treatment plan tailored to you using evidence-based therapies.

I wear many professional hats. I am an MD, MACP, RP(q), a Clinical Researcher, a Project Management Professional, a Professor at George Brown College, previously an instructor for 15 years at UofT and a family oriented female. I am a published author in the Journal of American College of Cardiology, International Diabetes Federation and the Journal of European Society of Cardiology. I have a number of years worth of work experience in mental health. I have taken care of clients in the in/out patient settings. I believe in providing a non-judgmental and safe space for people to share. My aim is to build stronger communities.

Are you grappling with anxiety, self-esteem hurdles, or relationship strains rooted in intergenerational trauma? Perhaps feeling disconnected from your loved ones, friends, or the world? Maybe even yourself? I'm here to walk alongside you on a transformative journey. With my integrative, person-centric approach, we'll collaborate to shape a narrative of growth and resiliency, finding and empowering your voice. Crafting a tailored plan, we'll address your concerns and celebrate your progress. Therapy with me is collaborative, empowering you with tools for change. With virtual sessions, discover a safe, inclusive space for healing.

Do you feel lonely, empty, overwhelmed or stuck? Does it seem like bad things are always happening to you while everyone else is living a happy life? Do you and your partner have the same fights over and over again? I can help you resolve these issues. I am a warm, down-to-earth, authentic, honest, and empathic person who genuinely cares about your well-being. I help individuals work through a wide variety of issues including those related to anxiety, depression, obsessionality, trauma, dissociation, guilt, shame, insomnia, relationships, sexual orientation, eating, and identity and self-esteem. I embrace and celebrate diversity.

If you are looking for a safe space to process your experiences of trauma, discrimination, relationship challenges, anxiety, identity (& more), our therapists are here for you. We have an experienced and diverse team to support you in being your authentic self. Safer Spaces was created by a passion for anti-oppressive care, empowerment, and self-development. We dive deep into all of the systems at play in your life to enhance your understanding of the factors having impact. We believe in cultivating a strong inner compass in order to help you feel more confident and fulfilled in yourself but also in your relationships with others.

I help individuals manage anxiety and overthinking, self-esteem issues, work-life balance, and life transitions to better control their lives and feel more confident in their abilities. I also support individuals with relationship-related concerns through both individual and couples therapy sessions. As part of my practice, I often work with multicultural individuals through a culturally sensitive approach to help them navigate any conflicting cultural values so that they can embrace their unique identities.

Welcome! I see clients both in-person and virtually. My approach is led by a belief that feeling deeply is what makes us human and that we all can benefit from shining light on areas that need more love and compassion on our healing journey. I specialize and work with clients who experience anxiety, people pleasing tendencies, perfectionism, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges (romantic, family and friends), and difficulties with regulating emotions. As a child of immigrants, I also hold space in sessions to discuss the impact of intergenerational trauma and ancestral burdens.

Dr. Khan has completed her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and is registered in supervised practice with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She provides assessment and therapy services for children, adolescents, and adults with various mental health concerns. She has worked with children and adolescents with intellectual problems, academic difficulties, attention and hyperactivity concerns, autism spectrum disorder, learning problems, motor disorders, parent-child relationship concerns, and behaviour issues.

Feeling sad and unable to figure out why? Constantly worrying about what will happen next? I can work with you to help you deal with the different pressures and stressors in your life. I meet you where you are and walk alongside you to help you reach your full potential. My focus puts you first and builds a strong therapeutic relationship between us through respect, empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard.

Feeling like something isn't right in your life? Are you, or is someone you love in crisis? Are you consumed by worry, overwhelmed, unable to cope, exhausted, struggling at school, work or a relationship? Depression, anxiety anger or addictions rob you of joy, make you feel numb, isolated and that life is darker and far more challenging than it should be? We help people and families just like you to find hope. Internal Family Systems, EMDR and cognitive behavioural therapy are some of our approaches. Carley was my young, talented, vibrant, beautiful cousin, and it is in her memory that this centre was founded; that's her picture.

Do you feel worried about life? Are you experiencing feelings of sadness? Do you want more from your relationship? Feeling stuck and in need of a change? I got you! Let's talk about how things could be different. Positive thoughts, beliefs, and actions can help you. With the tools of self-discovery, you can build resilience and begin to live a fulfilling life, regardless of your background or current circumstances. I'm here to help you live your best lives by bringing about positive change. It's important to know that you don't have to go through this alone.

You don't have to suffer alone. What if all your "shit" - your anxieties, worries and fears - was also the key to you getting better? Therapy with me, is a chance to understand your complicated feelings, emotions and desires and discover how to make choices that work for you. You can move from being disconnected, alienated and alone to being active, lively and engaged with the world.

Reaching out for support can be difficult—I commend you for the courage to see what therapy can offer! As a person of colour and member of the LGBTQ+ communities, I have lived experience and special insight into what it’s like to navigate the unique challenges that come with intersectionality. I have a background in working with sexual health, resilience, wellbeing and challenges that uniquely affect intersecting persons of colour, gender and sexuality. I’m grateful to have supported many folx who went through a difficult time in their life, dealt with a mental health concern, or wanted to explore more about themselves.

Working from a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed lens, helps me to address a range of concerns for my clients, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, self-worth, cultural challenges, relationship issues, and abuse. I am dedicated to providing you with a safe and judgment-free space to share your challenges and help you navigate through them with ease.

Are you struggling with troubling thoughts or feeling stuck in life? Looking for clarity through difficult past or present? Please feel free to reach out. I am a registered psychotherapist, and I believe in empowering my clients with new skills and perspectives so they can grow and realize their own potential. My approach is client centred, and rooted in the idea of cultivating love and kindness for one self. Within the safety of our sessions, together we can examine and work on areas of your life that need kind attention.

The Family Enhancement Centre is a full service counselling centre. We work with children, youth, adults, couples and families dealing with a variety of issues including: anxiety, depression, marital issues, school issues, grief / loss, panic attacks, post traumatic stress disorder, suicidality, self harm, relationship issues, anger management, separation / divorce, blended families, victims of crime, etc.. With multiple registered therapists we personally match your needs with our therapist's skill set, approach and style and we guarantee a good therapeutic match or we will transfer you to another one of our therapists until it is.

Are you a person of colour struggling with stuff coming up from the past that gets in the way of your current relationships at work or at home? If you're feeling misunderstood or lost for words in your relationship, anxious to get things done, or just looking to get to know yourself, let's work together to get to know you, or come up with solutions to unstuck you and develop skills to move forward. I work with individuals to discover and explore new possibilities in their relationships, as well as, developing skills to hone their intuition.

I have been working in the clinical field for 13 years and have extensive experience working with adult and adolescent clients, helping them deal with issues such as: anxiety, complex trauma, addiction, depression, postpartum depression, and family/relationship issues. I employ an integrative approach to psychotherapy, utilizing techniques from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). As well as Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT-C) for Couples.