Shereen Ishag

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MPS, MTS

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Shereen Ishag

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MPS, MTS (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online

3419 Fairview Street Unit 3 Burlington, ON L7N

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Do you feel overwhelmed or stuck in patterns that keep showing up in your life, relationships, or sense of self? Is anxiety, stress, depression, burnout, grief, trauma, or a major life transition making it impossible to feel grounded, confident, or like yourself? Do you find yourself wondering why it feels so hard to slow down, set boundaries, or make space for your own needs? You do not have to carry all of that alone.

At Essence Psychotherapy, I provide collaborative therapy tailored to your goals. Together, we explore challenges, increase insight, and develop practical strategies. My approach is culturally sensitive, evidence-informed, and grounded in a supportive, non-judgmental space.

Therapy with me is a space where you can feel fully seen and deeply heard, without judgment. I offer support in English and Arabic, and I aim to create a space that feels respectful, steady, and genuinely human. If you are ready to take the first step, book a free 20-minute consultation to see whether we are a good fit.

Call or Email Shereen Ishag now for a free 15 minute consultation - (289) 438-3986

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Essence Psychotherapy and Counselling

3419 Fairview Street

Unit 3

Burlington, ON L7N map

(289) 438-3986

Oakville, ON L6H

My website

I offer psychotherapy for teens, adults, couples and families across Ontario. Daytime and evening sessions are available.

I specialize in Depression, Trauma and PTSD and Anxiety

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

If life feels loud or heavy, let's untangle it together, real talk, zero judgment. Book your free consult Today.

Let's Connect (289) 438-3986

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Essence Psychotherapy and Counselling

3419 Fairview Street

Unit 3

Burlington, ON L7N map

(289) 438-3986

Oakville, ON L6H

My website

I offer psychotherapy for teens, adults, couples and families across Ontario. Daytime and evening sessions are available.

I specialize in Depression, Trauma and PTSD and Anxiety

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

If life feels loud or heavy, let's untangle it together, real talk, zero judgment. Book your free consult Today.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Couple Sessions $175
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, e-Transfer, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

Alberta Blue Cross
Blue Cross
Canada Life | Great-West Life
Chambers Plan
Desjardins
Green Shield Canada
iA Financial Group
Johnson
Johnston Group
Manulife
Medavie Blue Cross
Pacific Blue Cross
SunLife
The Co-operators

I aim to make therapy as accessible as possible, and we can discuss payment options during the consultation call. I offer receipts for insurance reimbursement. Please reach out if you would like more details about fees, insurance, or how sliding scale sessions work.

Shereen Ishag

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MPS, MTS

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 438-3986

Shereen Ishag

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MPS, MTS

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 438-3986

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 19127 Shereen Ishag

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 2 years

Attended University of Toronto , Graduated 2025

Additional Credentials

Membership with Canadian Association for Spiritual Care 76082347 / 2025

My training includes integrating CBT, EFT, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (Level 1), and IFS-informed approaches. My placements were at Centre for Addiction and Mental Health and the Community Counselling Centre of London.

Shereen Ishag

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MPS, MTS

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 438-3986

Shereen Ishag

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MPS, MTS

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 438-3986

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety

Expertise

Behavioural Issues
Caregivers
Chronic Pain
Coping Skills
Divorce
Eating Disorders
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
First Responders
Grief
Internet Addiction
Life Coaching
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Stress

I support teens, adults, couples, and families with depression, grief, trauma, identity, and life transitions. Sessions focus on understanding patterns, building emotional capacity, and clarifying direction. My approach integrates multiple modalities and can include spirituality when meaningful.

Shereen Ishag

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MPS, MTS

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 438-3986

Shereen Ishag

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MPS, MTS

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 438-3986

2 Endorsements

Wendy Hogarth

Registered Psychotherapist, MPS, MTS, MBA, RP, CPST

Shereen and I worked together at Community Counselling London where I found her to be a dedicated, compassionate and caring therapist. Her insights were invaluable in helping her clients toward healing.

Humza Ali

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MPS

I've worked with Shereen at CAMH and know her to be an excellent therapist. She combines empathy, cultural sensitivity, and clinical skill with a thoughtful integration of spirituality, and has a strong ability to support clients through trauma.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

I also speak

Arabic

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

I also speak

Arabic

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Christian Counselling
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Integrative
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Multicultural
Narrative
Person-Centered
Psychodynamic
Relational
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Somatic

I use an integrative, person-centred approach in therapy. In our first session, we will explore what brings you here and define goals for our work. Depending on your needs, we may draw from CBT, mindfulness, or trauma-informed care to build insight, shift patterns, and support your healing journey.

Shereen Ishag

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MPS, MTS

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 438-3986

Shereen Ishag

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MPS, MTS

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 438-3986

Location

Primary Location

Essence Psychotherapy and Counselling

3419 Fairview Street

Unit 3

Burlington, ON L7N

(289) 438-3986

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Additional Location

Oakville, ON L6H

(289) 438-3986

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

I offer psychotherapy for teens, adults, couples and families across Ontario. Daytime and evening sessions are available.

Shereen Ishag

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MPS, MTS

Call for a free consultation now - (289) 438-3986

I offer psychotherapy for teens, adults, couples and families across Ontario. Daytime and evening sessions are available.

Shereen Ishag

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MPS, MTS

Call for a free consultation now - (289) 438-3986

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