I am trauma and attachment therapist working with clients who have experienced childhood-developmental trauma, relational trauma, intimate partner abuse, bullying, or PTSD. Clients that arrive with multiple presentations or have experience traumatic events tend to struggle with on-going states of anxiety and depression, relationship issues, become labelled as bipolar and experience borderline personality disorder. My purpose is to help clients to connect with their bodies, mind and brain to achieve better understanding of them-selves and build clarity, self-regulation and resilience.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with a doctoral degree in psychology. I am licensed (#6854) by the College of Psychologists of Ontario. Additionally, I am a member of the Ontario Psychological Association and the American Psychological Association. I provide psychological services to the adult client population in-person as well as online through Owlpractice, a virtual platform for providing care virtually.
I follow an integrative treatment approach including Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Intervention includes evidence-based treatment plans and empirically proven techniques. The focus of the treatment is on empowering the client with an adaptive thinking style and more effective coping skills to deal with symptoms and the surrounding environment. The goal of the treatment is to the enhancement of well-being and improve experience of overall quality of life.
I value my clients with their individual strengths and struggles. I actively engage with clients to reflect on their successes and challenges and rebuild their belief in their strengths and expand them further. I value a multicultural perspective and respect for diverse cultural backgrounds. The initial session is generally an intake assessment dedicated to understanding the case history/life story and for the purpose of diagnosis of the problem. Subsequently, treatment goals are collaboratively determined, and a treatment plan is tailored considering specific life situations, struggles, stressors, and personal strengths of the client.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist serving individuals, couples, and families in Ontario. Since starting my practice here in Ontario, I have been given the privilege of helping clients overcome their relationship struggles and move forward with their lives. I work collaboratively to set goals with clients, helping them resolve personal problems, conflict in the family, and more. My services are available in two languages: English and Russian. Apart from locals, I also serve immigrants from Eastern and Central Europe, Russia, and other countries. I can offer a more personalized service since I know the culture, social processes, values, and traditions.
Registered Psychotherapist, HBEd, MA (Hons.), Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
They say our greatest weakness lies in giving up! We have all been there. I decided that if life was going to be difficult, I would become its greatest “warrior” and teach others to do the same. Too often we use our armour to hide our inner selves, rather than see it as our strength which only comes from taking a risk, facing our fears, taking a step forward, and learning that every battle is won with wisdom. I am here to empower you to take that chance on yourself — your mind is a powerful force, but you are its master.
Through various forms of therapy, one can explore different perspectives, coping skills, and motivators to establish better relationships; self-esteem and self-direction; deal with complicated family or couple dynamics; face a significant crisis or transition; manage substance use or addiction; and collaboratively make cognitive and behavioral changes to better emotional, mental, and even physical health!
I'm a passionate Psychotherapist specialized in Trauma and Sexual Assault for children, youths, adults, and families impacted by the trauma. I will safely challenge your negative thoughts and help you unblend your suffering to discover a new self energy. I provide services around anxiety, depression, interpersonal trauma (sexual abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse, witnessing domestic violence, bullying, and acts of war), both historical and present. Additionally, grief, confidence/self-esteem, teen stress, family issues. I also provide psychoeducational support to non-offending parents/caregivers of our younger participants so that they are able to better support their children. I carry a compassionate aura and some humor in our sessions!
Trauma can profoundly impact your self-worth and how you navigate relationships. I strive to create a welcoming and supportive space for you where you can freely explore your feelings and process challenging experiences. Together, we will work through the impact of your trauma, rebuilding your confidence, strengthening your sense of self, and cultivating resilience. I believe in your potential to create a more fulfilling life and I am here to support you every step of the way.
I am a holistic practitioner, supporting individuals, couples and families in their journey of healing and recovery, for last 13 years. As a therapist, I am cognizant of all the struggles that one endures on daily basis. The traumas that you have withheld for decades probably. The challenges you face everyday in your basic daily functioning. The stress, anxiety and depression that sometimes can cloud you, does impact all domains of your beautiful life. All you need is to connect with yourself to unlock your true potential, in a safe space. I am excited, happy, and honored to walk this journey of healing with you.
“Just because no- one else can heal or do your inner work for you doesn’t mean you can, should, or need to do it alone," -Lisa Olivera. Are you struggling with anxiety, low-mood, a lack of motivation, low self-esteem or stress? Is this causing difficulties in your relationship/dating, family role, school, career or some other area in your life? During these times, it is critical to have support to help guide you through these obstacles and alleviate the weight placed on you. As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), I help individuals restructure negative thoughts to create a mindset that stimulates strength and resilience.
Therapy is not meant to last forever, it is a tool to serve you, and the only way to know if the tool worked for you is with successful completion of your goals. I describe myself as your human GPS, sitting in the passengers' seat while you sit in the drivers seat, you tell me where you want to go and I will get you there! Despite all the challenges you may have been through, I firmly believe that you are your own expert and you already have all your own answers. Sometimes challenging experiences have clouded access to this internal knowing. I assist and empower your true essence in order for you to make life affirming decisions that align with your values, and ultimately live a wholehearted life. We surpass focusing on the issue that brought you in to therapy, to making and reaching life goals. It takes a lot of courage to begin this journey inside yourself. Together, we can understand the root cause, nurture it back to vitality & feel the ripple effect on all parts of your life.
I am also currently pursuing a PhD in Integrative Medicine, which gives me alternative healing practices to incorporate into your treatment if/as you wish. I breathe this work, it is my love and passion. It is my utmost pleasure and honor to work with you and help guide you to the wise inner wisdom that resides within every human, today!
Registered Psychotherapist, BES, B Arch, CBT, RP, OSRP, CRPO
I offer a safe space to open up in your vulnerability with your fears, grief, heartaches or feeling stuck. Whether you have anxiety, depression or relationship issues, I can support you through healing, re-organization and resolution. I am a warm-hearted soul guide and body-oriented psychotherapist that integrates your body, mind and soul connections. I offer deep, core healing work that works with how your consciousness can shift from your mind to your heart, to your gut instincts and throughout your holistic soul self. I create a non-judgmental environment that is LGBTQ and all-races friendly. You can find out more about me on my website www.buildingsoul.ca
9 Years Experience
