Bonny Kaman Li (She/Her)
Counselor/Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
In-Person in Thornhill, ON L4J 1G1
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Newfoundland And Labrador, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Saskatchewan
I believe therapy should be a place where people feel safe enough to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with themselves—often for the first time in a long while. Many individuals come to therapy carrying invisible burdens: unprocessed trauma, chronic stress, cultural or family expectations, or the exhaustion of always having to hold it together.
My work is grounded in a trauma-informed, emotion-focused approach that honours each person’s lived experience, cultural context, and nervous system. I integrate evidence-based modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and somatic-based interventions to help clients understand their emotional patterns, heal from past experiences, and develop practical strategies for daily life.
I value collaboration, transparency, and respect in the therapeutic relationship. Therapy is not about fixing or forcing change, but about creating the conditions for clarity, resilience, and self-trust to emerge. My goal is to support clients in building a more grounded, compassionate relationship with themselves and moving forward with greater confidence and emotional balance.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Black / African American, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Hispanic / Latino, Jewish, LDS/Mormon, LGBTQ+, Men, Middle Eastern, Military / Veterans, Muslim, Native American, Pacific Islander, Persons with Disabilities, Sikh, Women clients.
Languages: English, Cantonese, Mandarin
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.
- Adlerian Therapy Focuses on understanding a person’s sense of belonging and purpose. It helps people overcome feelings of inferiority and create healthier relationships.
- 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.
- 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.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Experiential Therapy Involves hands-on activities to bring emotions into the present moment. It helps clients process feelings more deeply than through conversation alone.
- 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.
- Gestalt Therapy Encourages awareness of thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment. It helps people integrate different parts of themselves for wholeness.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- 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.
- Jungian Therapy Draws on Carl Jung’s ideas about archetypes, dreams, and the collective unconscious. It helps people explore deeper layers of meaning.
- 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.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Helps parents strengthen their bond with their child while learning effective strategies to manage challenging behaviors. Through live coaching, parents practice positive communication, set clear boundaries, and build a more supportive, nurturing home environment.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Play Therapy Uses toys, games, and creative play to help children express emotions. It is especially useful when children can’t fully verbalize their feelings.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
- 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 trauma-informed, collaborative, and emotion-focused. I work with the understanding that many emotional and behavioural patterns develop as adaptations to earlier experiences, stress, or unmet needs—not as personal failures.
I integrate evidence-based modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and somatic-based interventions to help clients safely process emotions, reduce distress, and build greater self-awareness. When helpful, I also incorporate practical skills from CBT and DBT to support emotional regulation, communication, and day-to-day functioning.
Therapy is structured yet flexible and paced according to each client’s readiness. I prioritize emotional safety, clarity, and respect, and view the therapeutic relationship as a key part of healing. My goal is to help clients develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves, strengthen resilience, and move forward with greater confidence and balance.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee 110-175
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- Sliding scale therapy options are available on a limited basis and are offered according to financial need and current availability. Reduced-fee spaces are intended to support individuals who may not have access to private insurance or who are experiencing financial barriers to care. Availability of sliding scale sessions may vary, and eligibility is discussed collaboratively during the consultation or intake process. Fees are reviewed periodically to ensure sustainability while maintaining access to care.
- Accepts Insurance
- Sun Life Manulife Canada Life (Great-West Life) Green Shield Canada Blue Cross (including Pacific Blue Cross, Alberta Blue Cross, Medavie Blue Cross) Desjardins Insurance ClaimSecure SSQ Insurance Industrial Alliance (iA Financial Group) Equitable Life of Canada Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan GroupHEALTH First Canadian Maximum Benefit Johnson Insurance RWAM Insurance Cowan Insurance Group People Corporation
Education & Credentials
Bonny Kaman Li Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
- Female
- License # 18875
- Licensed in Ontario
- Practicing Since 2014
Education: Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology
Certificate in Traumatic Stress Studies, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk
Suicide Assessment and Intervention
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Certification Training
Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), Dr. Sue Johnson
ADHD Clinical Services Provider
Bonny Kaman Li Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Thornhill, ON L4J 1G1
- Available Online for residents of Multiple Canadian Provinces Alberta, British Columbia, Newfoundland And Labrador, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Saskatchewan
- Online Therapy Details: Teletherapy, Video
Théla Psychotherapy Clinic provides trauma-informed, culturally responsive psychotherapy for adults across Ontario through secure online sessions. The practice supports individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD-related challenges, relationship difficulties, grief, and burnout—particularly those who appear high-functioning but feel overwhelmed internally.
Therapy at Théla is grounded in evidence-based, emotion-focused care. Services integrate approaches such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and somatic-based interventions, alongside practical skills drawn from CBT and DBT where appropriate. Care is structured yet flexible, with an emphasis on emotional safety, clarity, and collaboration.
The practice values ethical, reflective, and supervised clinical work, and prioritizes creating a calm, respectful therapeutic environment. Théla is committed to supporting clients in developing greater self-understanding, emotional regulation, and resilience, while honoring each person’s cultural background, life context, and pace of healing.