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Yordanka Garmenova
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
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Yordanka Garmenova

Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC (she, her)

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Toronto, ON M6J
I support individuals who experience emotional and psychological distress brought on by adverse experiences, anxiety, or relationship challenges. People I work with often disclose beliefs of being a failure/not good enough, feeling unsafe within themselves or with others/the world, and feelings of loneliness. The experiences addressed most often in my virtual office include shame, helplessness, perfectionism, and fear/anxiety. While most believe that the only way to feel better is to eliminate discomfort, the most significant gains in therapy usually come from facilitating a compassionate relationship with our internal experiences.
We work together to identify goals, but generally, the focus is to build skills to help you respond to distress as well as explore possible contributors, such as core beliefs, adverse experiences, automatic thoughts. With EMDR work, our goal would not only be to decrease feelings of distress but also to build a sense of self-worth and self-agency.
Self-growth can be a challenging process with tiny victories along the way. As your therapist I will aim to guide you through it by shining a light on your personal values and goals in order to bring more meaning when challenges arise. If you would like to explore whether we’d be a good fit, I encourage you to book a free 20 minute consultation with me.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Work In Progress

Toronto, ON M6J

My website
I'm only offering online sessions at the moment.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
$185 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Work In Progress

Toronto, ON M6J

My website
I'm only offering online sessions at the moment.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
$185 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $185
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Wire
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I have limited space for rate reduction. Please don't hesitate to speak to me about your potential fee and applying for a rate reduction.
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Yordanka Garmenova
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I have limited space for rate reduction. Please don't hesitate to speak to me about your potential fee and applying for a rate reduction.
Photo of Yordanka Garmenova, Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Yordanka Garmenova
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 007182 Yordanka Garmenova
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 10 years
  • Attended Loyola University Chicago, Masters of Education in Counselling Psychology, Graduated 2017
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from EMDR International Association 100293238 / 2025
  • Certificate from Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association 10001862 / 2017
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I have over 9 years of experience and I can work with individuals from most provinces/territories. I am also an EMDR Certified Therapist.
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Yordanka Garmenova
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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I have over 9 years of experience and I can work with individuals from most provinces/territories. I am also an EMDR Certified Therapist.
Photo of Yordanka Garmenova, Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Yordanka Garmenova
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Chronic Illness
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Immigrant Experience
  • Infertility
  • Life Transitions
  • Obesity
  • Parenting
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients who experience anxiety/anxiety disorders, shame, trauma, and relationship difficulties. We will focus on (1) building skills to deal with distress and (2) understanding and processing how your past experiences have impacted your sense of self, beliefs, and behaviour. With EMDR the focus is on reprocessing memories/adverse experiences as well as present day triggers/phobias.
Photo of Yordanka Garmenova, Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Yordanka Garmenova
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I work with clients who experience anxiety/anxiety disorders, shame, trauma, and relationship difficulties. We will focus on (1) building skills to deal with distress and (2) understanding and processing how your past experiences have impacted your sense of self, beliefs, and behaviour. With EMDR the focus is on reprocessing memories/adverse experiences as well as present day triggers/phobias.
Photo of Yordanka Garmenova, Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Yordanka Garmenova
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

4 Endorsements

Spencer Nageleisen
Spencer Nageleisen
Registered PsychotherapistMABSc
Yordanka brings a really thoughtful and evidence-based approach to her work. She consistently helps individuals navigate their inner worlds with profound insight and compassion, fostering authentic healing and growth. I recommend her without reservation.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

I also speak

Bulgarian

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

I also speak

Bulgarian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Feminist
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I utilize relational therapy, attachment theory, feminist, and EMDR to understand how your nervous system reacts to internal and external triggers. I mainly use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to build skills to help with responding to triggers/distress in the present as well as making decisions based on values rather than fear.
Photo of Yordanka Garmenova, Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Yordanka Garmenova
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I utilize relational therapy, attachment theory, feminist, and EMDR to understand how your nervous system reacts to internal and external triggers. I mainly use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to build skills to help with responding to triggers/distress in the present as well as making decisions based on values rather than fear.
Photo of Yordanka Garmenova, Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Yordanka Garmenova
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Work In Progress

Toronto, ON M6J

Nearby Areas

Postal Codes

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I'm only offering online sessions at the moment.
Photo of Yordanka Garmenova, Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Yordanka Garmenova
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
"
I'm only offering online sessions at the moment.
Photo of Yordanka Garmenova, Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Yordanka Garmenova
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC