Vladimir Rakic (He/Him)
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MA, Registered Psychotherapist
In-Person in Mississauga, ON L5G 3H7
What sets my practice apart is the way I combine modern therapeutic approaches with wisdom drawn from my time living and studying with monks and shamans. This blend allows me to support healing on multiple levels—psychological, emotional, and spiritual. Therapy with me isn’t about fixing yourself, but about rediscovering your wholeness and capacity to live with greater ease and authenticity. Whether you’re new to therapy or have been on this path for a while, I offer a grounded, compassionate space where depth, presence, and transformation can unfold naturally.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Treatment Approach
- Brainspotting A therapy that uses eye positions to access and process unresolved trauma. It helps release emotional and physical pain held in the body.
- Christian Counseling Blends psychological practices with Christian values and scripture. It provides faith-based support for life challenges and spiritual growth.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychoanalytic Therapy Based on Freud’s theories, it explores unconscious conflicts and past experiences. It seeks to bring hidden issues into awareness.
- 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 take a depth-oriented, trauma-informed, and spiritually attuned approach to therapy. This means I work with the whole person — mind, body, and spirit — helping you process difficult experiences, reconnect with your inner strength, and uncover meaning and purpose. I blend modern therapeutic techniques with insights gained from living and studying with monks, mystics, and spiritual teachers across different traditions. My work is both grounded and exploratory: whether you are new to therapy or have tried it before, I aim to provide a safe, compassionate space where healing, growth, and transformation can unfold naturally.
Education & Credentials
Vladimir Rakic MA, MA, Registered Psychotherapist
- Male
- License # 008582
- Licensed in ON
- Practicing Since 2016
Education: Education
Master of Arts in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy, Martin Luther University College (Waterloo, ON)
Master of Arts in Religion and Culture, Wilfrid Laurier University (Waterloo, ON)
Bachelor of Arts, Honours Double Major in Psychology and Religion & Culture, Wilfrid Laurier University (
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee 180
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I have people on my team that offer sliding scale spots
- Accepts Insurance
- After payment is received you submit your receipt to insurance for reimbursement
Vladimir Rakic Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Mississauga, ON L5G 3H7
- Available Online for residents of Ontario, Quebec
- Online Therapy Details: PsychologyToday Platform
At Vibrant Roots Psychotherapy, my mission is to provide therapy for those who haven’t yet felt fully seen — a place where your experiences, struggles, and inner life are met with genuine understanding and presence. My own healing journey didn’t begin and end with conventional therapy; it was through exploring both modern psychology and the wisdom of monks, mystics, and spiritual teachers around the world that I discovered the depth of transformation that happens when mind, heart, and spirit are honoured together.
We offer a grounded, compassionate space where you can explore your inner world safely, reconnect with your strength, and begin to experience the wholeness and belonging that may have felt out of reach before.