Striving for Synergy Psychotherapy and Counselling Clinic
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW or RP
In-Person in Toronto, ON M4S 1Y2
Online in Pennsylvania,
Ontario
We are a team of highly educated and experienced clinicians who provide the highest quality of client-centred psychotherapy and counselling services.
We are passionate about helping YOU gain a deeper insight and understanding to your experiences and ultimately, get in and out of therapy as quickly and as efficiently as possible.
If we do our job correctly (which we like to do- we are a team of, ‘recovering perfectionists’), you will not grow old with us. You will start to experience positive changes in your thoughts, feelings, thinking and relationships within a couple of weeks.
We look forward to collaborating with you on your journey, as we strive for growth, acceptance, and change.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Teen
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Art Therapy Uses creative activities like drawing, painting, or sculpture as a way to express emotions. It is especially helpful when words are hard to find.
- Biopsychosocial Therapy Takes into account biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health. It looks at the whole person, not just symptoms.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) An evidence-based treatment for PTSD that teaches clients to reframe unhelpful thoughts about trauma. It helps reduce guilt, shame, and fear.
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) Builds skills in self-kindness and compassion toward others. It is especially helpful for people who struggle with shame or self-criticism.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) A short-term approach focused on improving relationships and social support. It is often used for depression and grief.
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Combines mindfulness practices with CBT to prevent depression relapse. It helps people notice thoughts without judgment and respond more calmly.
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) A collaborative, client-centered approach that strengthens motivation for change. It is especially effective for addictions and health behaviors.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Approach Description: My therapeutic approach is holistic and client centred. It is important that therapy respects and treats you as a whole person, not just as the current struggle or ailment that you are currently experiencing.
Based on all of your individual characteristics and the goals that you wish to achieve over the course of therapy, I use unique combination of effective techniques from the following therapies that will be tailored to each individual, couple and family:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Exposure and Response Prevention
Cognitive Processing Therapy
Adult Attachment Psychotherapy
Narrative Therapy
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy techniques
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy techniques
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $160-$200
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- A limited number of sliding scale appointments are available based upon client need and after discussion.
- Accepts Insurance
- Inquire within
Education & Credentials
Striving for Synergy Psychotherapy and Counselling Clinic MSW, RSW or RP
- Female
- License # 827276 (Ontario) CW020871 (Pennsylvania)
- Licensed in Ontario; Pennsylvania
- Practicing Since 2016
Striving for Synergy Psychotherapy and Counselling Clinic Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Toronto, ON M4S 1Y2
- Available Online for residents of Pennsylvania, Ontario
- Online Therapy Details: You can break the patterns that are holding you back, and learn to thrive. Our expert team of psychotherapists are healthcare profesionals that provide you with compassionate science-backed therapy tailored to your unique needs. Whether you're joining us in-person at our Toronto or Pickering clinics, or via secure video, our goal is to move you beyond 'coping' and toward a life that feels authentic, sustainable, and enjoyable.
Striving for Synergy is a rapidly growing private practice offering both virtual and in-person sessions to individuals, couples, families and groups across the lifespan. At Striving for Synergy, our mission is to empower our clients to allow themselves room to heal, both inside and outside of the context of therapy sessions. Our strength is using evidence-based practices in a creative and innovative way that meets our clients where they are at and aids them in being able to sustain their health and well-being in the long term.