Youssef Shehata
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
52 Village Centre Place, Mississauga, ON L4Z
Let's Connect (289) 367-9287

Healing is not about erasing pain but learning to coexist with it, finding peace and strength within life's inevitable struggles. As a psychotherapist, I create a space where healing is approached holistically, honouring the mind, body, and spirit. I believe therapy is more than symptom management; it's a journey toward deeper self-awareness, emotional regulation, and connection with one's authentic self. Healing happens in moments of presence, in learning to trust oneself, and in embracing the complexity of the human experience.
My approach blends evidence-based practices with compassionate, human-centred support, helping clients cultivate resilience and purpose while strengthening their sense of self. My role is not to impose a path but to walk alongside them with empathy and curiosity, helping them align with their values, find clarity, and build a life of meaning and connection.
If you’d like to learn more about how I approach therapy, you can read more on my webpage. If you have questions, feel free to call or email me; I’d be happy to connect. You’re also welcome to book a session or a free 15-minute phone consultation on my webpage, and if it turns out I’m not the right fit, I’ll gladly help point you toward someone who might be.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $190
- Couple Sessions $190
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Discover, e-Transfer, Mastercard, Visa, WireInsurance
- Alberta Blue Cross
- Alliance
- Any/Out-of-network Insurance
- Arcora
- Beneva | SSQ
- Blue Cross
- Canada Life | Great-West Life
- Chambers Plan
- CINUP
- Desjardins
- Equitable Life of Canada
- First Canadian Health
- Great-West Life
- Green Shield Canada
- iA Financial Group
- IFHP
- Johnson
- Johnston Group
- Manulife
- Maximum Benefit
- Medavie Blue Cross
- Meridian
- Pacific Blue Cross
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police
- SunLife
- TELUS Health
- The Co-operators
Youssef Shehata
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 367-9287
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 19088 Youssef Shehata
- Attended Wilfrid Laurier University, Master of Arts in Psychotherapy
- Certificate from International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT) Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy Externship
- Degree/Diploma from Wilfrid Laurier University Bachelor of Science
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Youssef Shehata
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 367-9287
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Men's Issues
- Emotion Regulation
- Spirituality
Expertise
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- First Responders
- Grief
- Infertility
- Infidelity
- Life Transitions
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Obesity
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- View my website for the full list!
Youssef Shehata
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 367-9287
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Indigenous Peoples ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Arabic ,
Hebrew
Religion
Christian
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Indigenous Peoples ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Arabic ,
Hebrew
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Christian Counselling
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Psychoanalytic
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Spiritual Care
- View my website for the full list!
Youssef Shehata
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 367-9287
Location
Primary Location
Building Bridges Psychotherapy
52 Village Centre Place
Mississauga, ON L4Z
(289) 367-9287Email me
Additional Location
Building Bridges Psychotherapy
1200 Bay St.
Suite 1201
Toronto, ON M5R
(289) 367-9287Nearby Areas
Towns/Cities
Neighborhoods
Youssef Shehata
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Call for a free consultation now - (289) 367-9287