In-Person in Toronto, ON M5G 1N8
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario
The action you have made to seek help is not an easy one, rather it demonstrates great strength, commitment, and resiliency. The effects of trauma can leave us feeling vulnerable and unsafe long after the event itself. Often people can be left feeling hopeless, disconnected, and ashamed. Healing these wounds are essential to developing a strong sense of self, positive self view, and safety within relationships. I work from a trauma-informed perspective and pull from approaches that will allow us to build an understanding of the protective strategies formed to survive the emotional and mental impact of the trauma and cultivate self-acceptance and trust with yourself and others. I hope to create a space where you feel valued, seen, and safe as I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important part of the healing process.
Primarily, I work with those who have experienced recent and historical trauma, such as attachment trauma and abuse/assault. Additionally, I work with clients seeking support for emotional distress (e.g., reactivity, difficulties regulating, depression, anxiety), interpersonal relationships (e.g., relationship patterns, vulnerability issues), and personality disorders, among other areas as well. My practice is inclusive, as I work with diverse problems, histories and cultural identities, and ensure the approaches used are catered to each unique individual. My hope is to work together to heal old wounds and painful current experiences, and guide you through your journey towards a healthier life and empower you to become your most authentic self.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- 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.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Experiential Therapy Involves hands-on activities to bring emotions into the present moment. It helps clients process feelings more deeply than through conversation alone.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) A short-term approach focused on improving relationships and social support. It is often used for depression and grief.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
- 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: I view therapy as a collaborative process, where clients are regarded as experts in their own lives and the therapist's role is to support and guide. I typically work from a psychodynamic, relational, somatic-based, and trauma-informed framework to best develop insight, and cultivate a strong sense of self and enriching relationships. However, I am an integrative therapist and so I ensure that the therapy approaches we use are catered to you and can encourage understanding, acceptance, and change in ways that best support your therapy needs.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $230
- Accepts Insurance
- As a Registered Psychotherapist, my practice is accepted by most insurance companies, but I suggest looking into this prior to our first session.
Education & Credentials
Whitney Reinhart MA., RP.
- Female
- License # 008476 (CRPO)
- Licensed in Ontario
- Practicing Since 2018
Education: I have received a masters degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Ottawa.
Whitney Reinhart Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Toronto, ON M5G 1N8
- Available Online for residents of Multiple Canadian Provinces Alberta, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario
- Online Therapy Details: Video sessions using zoom
Together, we will develop an understanding of who you are and the core aspects underlying what has brought you to therapy, to encourage deeper long-term healing. I believe that building insight and making connections between the past and present can help guide us towards understanding, acceptance, and change. As such, we will spend time delving into your family background, social relationships, and childhood experiences.
Since 2018, I have worked at CFIR offering psychological services to individuals with Trauma. I currently working as a Registered Psychotherapist at Centre for Interpersonal Relationships (CFIR) and am a partner and Director of the Trauma Clinic within the CFIR. If my practice resonates with you, feel free to email me directly at whitney.reinhart@cfir.ca. I offer 20 minute free consultations as I believe it is important to ensure that we are a good fit and that you feel safe and comfortable.