• Reconnecting with Your Body & Exploring the Shapes of People Pleasing | nic lachance, Registered Social Worker
    Nov 16 2024

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    Languages: English and French
    Top Specialties: Complex PTSD, 2LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Emotional Regulation, and Anxiety

    With a warm and compassionate presence, nic guides clients to explore their emotional experiences deeply, paying close attention to the body’s responses and the truths they reveal. Using embodiment, compassion, and non-judgment, they help clients uncover and work with the layers beneath everyday life. nic supports clients navigating anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, or substance use, recognizing these struggles as the body’s best efforts to cope. They view all behaviors and impulses as understandable when seen through the lens of a person’s life, body, mind, and experiences. nic believes in the inherent value and redeemability of every individual and strives to help clients create expansive, compassionate narratives about themselves.

    **Please note that each of these therapists is fully trained and licensed. If you’re looking for someone whose services are covered by your insurance, check their profile for full details.**

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    30 mins
  • Relationship Expectations & Tools to Manage School Anxiety | Marena, Registered Psychotherapist
    Nov 15 2024

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    Languages: English and Arabic
    Top Specialties: Stress, Anger Management, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, and Trauma

    Marena believes every individual is the expert in their own life, with innate strengths to draw upon. She helps clients grow, identify patterns, and reclaim control, respecting how past experiences shape who we are. Marena tailors her approach to each person’s unique needs, avoiding a one-size-fits-all model.

    With empathy and compassion, Marena creates a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and understood. Together, she works with clients to gain insight, address challenges, and move toward their goals.

    **Please note that each of these therapists is fully trained and licensed. If you’re looking for someone whose services are covered by your insurance, check their profile for full details.**

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    18 mins
  • Therapy for Teens, Social Anxiety, & Improving Communication | Emily, Registered Psychotherapist
    Nov 14 2024

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    Top Specialties: Self-Esteem, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Relationship Issues, and Teens & Adolescents

    As a humanistic and narrative therapist, Emily creates a safe space for clients to share their stories and explore parts of themselves they may have kept hidden. She helps clients face their full selves, recognizing that while the past shapes us, it doesn’t define us. Emily empowers clients to view themselves, their experiences, and their relationships with greater nuance, supporting them in confidently navigating life's complexities. With an unwavering belief in each person’s capacity for growth, she offers a nurturing, non-judgmental space where clients feel truly seen and heard.

    **Please note that each of these therapists is fully trained and licensed. If you’re looking for someone whose services are covered by your insurance, check their profile for full details.**

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    31 mins
  • Unpacking Guilt, Shame, and Self-Esteem Issues | Jon, Registered Psychotherapist
    Nov 6 2024

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    Locations: Mississauga and Phone/Video
    Disciplines: Individual Therapy, Couple Therapy, and Family Therapy

    Top Specialties: Guilt & Shame, Depression & Anxiety, Trauma, Self-Esteem & Confidence, and Relationship Issues


    Jon works with a diverse range of clients on a wide variety of concerns. With a calm and gentle approach, Jon fosters a collaborative, supportive space where clients feel safe to explore their goals. He prioritizes creating an environment of curiosity, encouraging clients to share their unique perspectives and experiences openly. Jon's focus goes beyond helping clients manage day-to-day challenges—he empowers them to truly thrive. Jon tailors his approach to meet each client’s individual needs. In couple and family counseling, he maintains a neutral stance, focusing on improving the relationship as a whole rather than siding with any one individual. Jon sincerely believes in the potential for growth and transformation in every client.


    **Please note that each of these therapists is fully trained and licensed. If you’re looking for someone whose services are covered by your insurance, check their profile for full details.**

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    29 mins
  • Therapeutic Insights for Arabic-Speaking Communities, Women’s Issues & Navigating the School System | Dina Dawod, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
    Oct 11 2024

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    Locations: Mississauga and Phone/Video
    Disciplines: Individual Therapy, Couple Therapy, and Family Therapy
    Languages: English and Arabic
    Top Specialties: Anxiety, Peer Relationships, Stress, Identity, and Women’s Issues

    Dina is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who believes in the power of empathy and active listening. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions, tailoring therapy to each individual's unique needs. Her integrative approach draws from various techniques, shaped by her personal growth and challenges, which enhance her ability to connect deeply with clients. With a focus on building trust and fostering resilience, Dina offers support and guidance on the path to healing and self-discovery.

    **Please note that each of these therapists is fully trained and licensed. If you’re looking for someone whose services are covered by your insurance, check their profile for full details.**

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    26 mins
  • Navigating OCD, The Power of Meditation, and Improving Self-Esteem | Kanwaljit, Registered Psychotherapist
    Sep 27 2024

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    Locations: Mississauga, Vaughan, and Phone/Video
    Disciplines: Individual Therapy and Couple Therapy
    Languages: English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu
    Top Specialties: Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Self-Esteem, and Relationship Issues

    Kanwaljit provides her clients with a welcoming, safe space where they can openly share their concerns without fear of judgment. She values being fully present with her clients and engaging in their experiences with empathy and understanding. Her approach to therapy is eclectic, strength-based, client-centered, inclusive, non-judgmental, non-directive, and collaborative. Kanwaljit also incorporates Zen meditation techniques to support her clients’ journey toward self-discovery and healing. As a South Asian immigrant, Kanwaljit relates to the unique cultural struggles faced by immigrants and offers therapy in English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu.

    In addition to her diverse therapeutic methods, Kanwaljit has pursued various certifications, including suicide intervention training and workshops focused on creating positive spaces for queer immigrants and refugees. With her wide range of skills, she helps clients foster self-acceptance, uncover their inner strengths, and achieve personal growth.

    **Please note that each of these therapists is fully trained and licensed. If you’re looking for someone whose services are covered by your insurance, check their profile for full details.**

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    31 mins
  • Exploring Spirituality & Navigating the Feeling of Being an Outsider | Christine, Registered Psychotherapist
    Sep 3 2024

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    Locations: Phone/Video

    Disciplines: Individual Therapy, Couple Therapy, and Family Therapy

    Languages: English

    Top Specialties: Spirituality, Grief, Complex PTSD, Life Transitions, and Relationship Issues


    Christine believes that every person has inherent worth and is on a journey of healing, growth, and love. She understands that everyone comes with unique challenges and strengths. However, life's difficulties can add heavy burdens that are hard to bear alone. As a therapist, Christine is committed to meeting individuals, couples, and families where they are, helping them navigate their struggles, and offering encouragement, comfort, and hope.

    **Please note that each of these therapists is fully trained and licensed. If you’re looking for someone whose services are covered by your insurance, check their profile for full details.**

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    15 mins
  • Supporting LGBTQ+ Communities & Managing Social Anxiety | Samir Durrani, Registered Psychotherapist
    Aug 28 2024

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    Locations: Markham, Mississauga, Toronto, Vaughan, and Phone/Video
    Languages: English, Hindi, and Urdu
    Top Specialties: 2SLGBTQI+, Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, and Relationship Issues

    During sessions, Samir hopes to get to know you, help identify your challenges, and use your strengths to create goals that fit your unique life, offering a path towards more fulfilled living and well-being. He offers a safe, non-judgmental space where you can freely explore anything important to discuss. By working together, Samir will help you create a healthier relationship with yourself and others, explore the underlying causes of the problems you may be facing, and provide you with tools to support your journey towards a happier and more fulfilled life.

    **Please note that each of these therapists is fully trained and licensed. If you’re looking for someone whose services are covered by your insurance, check their profile for full details.**

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    24 mins