Life can feel overwhelming at times, and things don’t always go as planned. Whether you’re navigating major
transitions, dealing with uncertainty, or feeling stressed by work or relationships, it’s normal to feel stuck.
Maybe you’re looking for a listening ear, or you want to develop new ways to cope. Perhaps you’re simply
hoping to understand yourself better.
I offer a non-judgmental space where we can work together to explore your experiences, thoughts and
emotions. We’ll work together to process what you’re going through and experiencing emotionally. My aim is to support you in understanding, managing, and moving through life’s challenges with greater ease and self-
awareness. My practice is rooted in culturally responsive care and crisis intervention.
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Nicole Chow is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She graduated from the University of Toronto with an Honours Bachelor of Science, and Tyndale University with a Master of Divinity in Clinical Counselling.
Nicole specializes in trauma work, supporting individuals and families through their healing journey. Nicole also has extensive experience in supporting children, teens, couples, and families with struggles related to culture and diversity, grief, attachment, anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity, sexuality (LGBTQ+), and family of origin.
Nicole brings curiosity, connection, and creativity to her work in therapy. Her therapeutic approach is to honour the whole person and to support clients in identifying their resilience and strength through a compassionate, non-assuming, yet directive manner.
She is trained in Trauma-informed Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (in progress). She also integrates Narrative Therapy, Strength-based approaches, Attachment theory, Family Systems Theory, and Solution-focused brief therapy in her work.
Nicole is fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English.
Provide service to: Adults
Area of Focus:
- Trauma
- Cultural and diversity
- Grief
- Attachment
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Life transition
- Identity
- Sexuality (LGBTQ+)
- Family of origin
Nicole Chow is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She graduated from...
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Dealing with life’s challenges can be difficult and overwhelming. There are times when you have limited resources and capacities to navigate through the various emotions, thoughts, and situations that arise, which impact each facet of your life. It takes great courage to acknowledge these struggles and seek out support. Engaging in therapy can help you gain insight on the complexities of your difficulties, provide you with the tools and guidance to better cope with them, and achieve positive change and well-being.
With a background in psychology, education and special needs, Elaine utilizes various therapeutic modalities, including person-centered therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), strength-based approach and solution-focused therapy, in her clinical approach. She has extensive experience working with individuals with special needs or varying abilities, as well as those facing emotional difficulties and biopsychosocial challenges, such as anxiety, stress, relationship issues, and the emotional impact of receiving a diagnosis. It is important to her that each client feels heard and empowered to reclaim their self-confidence and autonomy and identify their strengths to foster better functioning. Elaine provides supports in a culturally sensitive, non-judgmental and empathetic manner, aiming to minimize clients’ stresses and barriers, develop their skills, and implement resources and strategies to cope with difficulties.
Starting therapy can feel daunting as it involves opening up about your struggles and vulnerabilities. I commend you for taking this courageous step. I am committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and comfortable space to navigate your unique therapeutic journey together. We will work collaboratively to explore your feelings, thoughts, and experiences to uncover and gain insight into what may have been causing you distress.
Elaine is fluent in English, and Cantonese.
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Xiaoqing Guo is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She has a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University.
She is driven by her passion for supporting and empowering individuals, particularly young adults, international students, and working professionals, as they navigate through their life challenges. It is her goal to help her clients uncover their strengths, clarify their objectives, and explore their potentials. Xiaoqing deeply values the significance of cultivating a solid therapeutic relationship that is built on trust, mutual respect, and understanding.
In her practice, she utilizes a blend of therapeutic techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and a Strength-Based Approach.
She understands the courage it takes to seek help, and it is important to her that each client feels heard, valued, and accepted in a safe and welcoming space. Her approach is non-judgmental and open, creating an environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their challenges, fears, and aspirations.
“If you’re ready to navigate through your life’s transitions, manage stress more effectively, and cultivate a life filled with purpose and contentment, I invite you to reach out and begin your journey of transformation today.”
Xiaoqing is fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Xiaoqing Guo is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She ...
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Natalie is a Registered Social Worker at the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Worker (OCSWSSW). In her first part of life, she got a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and Arts from Beijing Union University and Tsinghua University in China. She also enjoyed traveling and working with clients in Mainland China, Asia, and Europe.
After immigrating to Canada, she has pursued her true passion in mental health. Natalie finished her Bachelor of Social Work degree at the University of Victoria and her Master of Social Work degree at the University of Toronto (majoring in mental health and health). She has been working and practicing in various settings and providing psychotherapy and counselling services to clients from diverse backgrounds. She has also been working with people experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, phobia, and various stress.
During her MSW practicum, she provided peer support counselling sessions to undergraduate and graduate students, at the University of Toronto, St. George Campus, who are going through mental health issues, relationship difficulties, academic concerns, loss, transitions, and racism/discrimination.
Natalie is dedicated to creating a genuine and warm connection with her clients and believing in clients’ strength and resilience, integrating eclectic approaches of Trauma-Informed Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Narrative Therapy.
Natalie is fluent in English and Mandarin.
Provide service to: Adults, Teen
Area of Focus:
- Mental health issue
- Relationship difficulties
- Academic concerns
- Loss transitions
- Racism/discrimination
- Trauma-informed
- Emotional-focused
Natalie is a Registered Social Worker at the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service...
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Stacy is a Registered Social Worker at The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Worker (OCSWSSW). She has a Master’s Degree in Social Work at the University of Toronto. She aims to support children and families, youths, younger adults, and working professionals as well as international students in handling life changes better to make more positive changes.
Stacy’s clinical approach integrates eclectic frameworks of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Strength-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT).
Stacy is fluent in English and Mandarin.
Provide service to: Adults, Teen
Area of Focus:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Trauma and PTSD
- Career Guidance
- Coping Skills
- Family Conflict
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
Stacy is a Registered Social Worker at The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services ...
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Sunny Hu is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She has a Master’s Degree in Clinical Counselling from Tyndale University, Canada, specializing in multicultural counselling and psychotherapy. She also specializes in couples therapy and family counselling.
Sunny is fluent in English and Mandarin.
Provide service to: Adults, Teen
Area of Focus:
- Couple relationship
- Pre-marriage
- Family counselling
- Life/career transition
- Exploration of sexuality
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self-harm
- Suicidal
- Multicultural and cross cultural concerns
- Immigrant settlement
- Stress management
- Personal and spiritual development
- Trauma
- Christianity/Spiritual Formation
Sunny Hu is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She has a Master’s De...
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Yu Hua is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She has a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a bachelor degree in Nursing from York university.
For the past 20 years, she has been working with people going through significant life transitions, experiencing grief and loss, and struggling with stress; For example, patients, children with special needs or their caregivers. These experiences can be overwhelming. Emotions such as anger, anxiety, fear, sadness, grief, guilt, loneliness and exhaustion may present themselves over time.
How do you stay strong and not overwhelmed by ongoing stress, pain, and loss? In her counselling, she is driven by respect, understanding and empathy. She is also a registered nurse, which puts her in an ideal position to address the overall health of body and mind and to get to the root of the pain.
“I will work with you to explore your thinking and emotions and provide support based on your goals. My goal is that by the end of the consultation, you will have a versatile toolbox of psychological skills and a peaceful and enriched inner world.”
Yu is fluent in English and Mandarin.
Yu Hua is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She has a ...
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Do you often feel stuck in negative emotions, overwhelmed by life transitions, or struggling to navigate a challenging relationship? I’m here to support you on your journey.
With years’ experience working with non-profit organizations, my personal journey fuels a commitment to providing empathetic therapy to individuals, as well as couples and families. Having lived in three different countries- China, Canada, and the U.S., I bring a unique blend of personal and professional insights to my counseling practice. This experience enables me to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, including Chinese immigrants, people from various ethnic groups, and second-generation youth. In my practice, I utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help individuals navigate challenging times, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to support couples in improving communication and fostering deeper emotional connections.
I create a safe, nurturing environment where you can explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace. Rather than simply providing answers, I will guide you through intentional questioning, helping you gain clarity on the complexity of the issues and uncover solutions that resonate with your own insights.
Grace is fluent in English and Mandarin.
Provide service to: Teen and Adult Individuals, and Couples.
Area of Focus:
• Depression
• Bi-Polar
• Anxiety
• ASD
• ADHD
• Trauma and PTSD
• Gender Identity Issues
• Life Transition
• Cultural Adjustment (New Immigrants)
• Relationship Issues
• Marital Relationship
• Parenting
• Christian Counselling.
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Sherry Jiang graduated from the Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology program at Yorkville University and is currently a registered psychotherapist (Qualifying) in the Province of Ontario (CRPO).
With experience in accident-related traumas, Sherry believes that everyone will have the chance to embrace their life as they used to. She specializes in individual therapy and uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) as the main treatment modalities.
During treatments, she listens attentively to the client’s concerns and provides helpful tools and exercises to help clients rebuild their confidence and get back to their daily living activities.
Provide service to: Adults
Area of Focus:
- Trauma-related
- Mindfulness
- Accident-related
- Cognitive behavioural therapy
Sherry Jiang graduated from the Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology program at Yorkville Uni...
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Renee Jim is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She has a Master’s Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Derby.
Renee specializes in working with those that have experienced trauma, intimate partner violence, and bereavement, as well as working with those who are struggling with mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. She is also actively involved in anger management programs and has been helping clients to manage rumination and resentment so they do not trigger anger.
She practices Integrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR Therapy, and Mindfulness-based Therapies to better help address the needs of individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
Renee is fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Provide service to: Adults
Area of Focus:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Low self-esteem
- Anger management
- Mindfulness
- Trauma
- Intimate partner violence
- Bereavment
- Mental health issue
Renee Jim is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She has a Master’s D...
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Aster is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO).
She is also a Certified Emotionally-Focused-Therapy (EFT) Therapist accredited by the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT), and a Theraplay-trained therapist through the Theraplay Institute (Level One and Two Theraplay & MIM).
Moreover, Aster is a Certified Spiritual Director (CSD) through CCPC Global Inc. and offers a holistic approach of counselling that integrates emotional and spiritual wellness with faith-based resources upon request.
For nearly two decades, she has committed herself to helping children, families, and couples through a variety of community efforts. These include conducting psycho-educational workshops, facilitating personal development courses based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness, providing strength-based leadership training for children and adolescents, leading brain-based parenting support groups, and organizing EFT-based workshops for couples.
In addition, Aster has established the Community Buddies (CB) initiative to provide free community support for the neurodiverse individuals and their families (https://buddy.gcsny.ca/). Currently, she is enrolled in the Doctor of Ministry (DMin) program at Tyndale University and is conducting a research study. The study is focused on the holistic well-being of individuals with ASD and ADHD, their families, and communities.
Aster is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO).
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It is not easy to live your life. You may suffer from anything in your childhood, in your career, in your relationship with other people. These issues might make you feel stressed, anxious, depressed, or even doubt your value as a human. If you think dealing with these issues cost you a lot of energy or seriously affect your daily functioning, you might need to talk with someone who you can walk through the issues with.
I am a registered psychotherapist (qualifying) in Toronto providing on-site and virtual therapy session with the clients. I believe understanding the issue from the client’s perspective is the most important during therapy. Therefore, the major approaches I provided are humanistic therapies such as PCT, EFT.
I aim at providing a safe and empathetic environment where clients can freely express their deep concerns and feelings. I understand that reaching out for help can be daunting, but I am here to support you every step of the way. Confidentiality and trust are the cornerstones of my practice. You can be assured that your privacy is my top priority.
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Mun Yee Lee is a registered social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts majoring in Sociology from the University of Western Ontario, a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto, and a Master’s Degree of Social Sciences majoring in Family Therapy from the University of Hong Kong.
She has accumulated years of clinical experience providing mental health support. Her expertise encompasses mood regulation, trauma work, stress management, family conflicts, parenting for children, youth, adults, and families, as well as couple counseling. She integrates skills from a range of modalities, including Focusing-Oriented Therapy, Mindfulness-based Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Mun Yee is fluent in English and Cantonese.
Mun Yee Lee is a registered social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social S...
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Elden Leung is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO) and a certified EFCT therapist under Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT). He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and a Master’s Degree in Christian Marriage and Family Therapy from Bethel Bible Seminary. He also received intensive Sandplay training and Play Therapy training.
Elden specializes in helping intimate relationships and attachment. He helps his clients to discover the patterns in their relationship and help them create a closer bonding with their loved one, and develop deeper trust to move the relationship in a more positive direction.
Elden has over ten years of counselling experience with a wide range of patients in a variety of treatment settings. These have included providing individuals and couples counselling in two counselling centres, an addiction centre for drug addicts, and one family clinic. He also provided counselling services in the church.
Elden is fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Provide service to: Adults, Teen, Preteen, Children (6-10)
Area of Focus:
- Relationship Issues
- Marital and Premarital
- Trauma and PTSD
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Parenting
- Self Esteem
- Substance Use
- Christian Counselling
Elden Leung is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO) and a certified EFC...
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Lesley is a Registered Social Worker at the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Worker (OCSWSSW). She has a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto, specialized in Mental Health and Health.
Lesley has extensive experience working with all age groups in both community and hospital settings. She would collaborate with her clients to review their cognitive, behavioral, and emotional patterns and support them in learning and developing new strategies to address their life challenges. Her aim is to empower her clients and support them to improve self-efficacy, feel better about themselves, have clearer life goals, discover their potential and build resilience.
Her scope of counseling includes anxiety and depression, intimate relationships, identity, sexuality (LGBTQ+), life transitions, trauma, loss and grief, anger management, cross-cultural concerns, and other mental health challenges. She provides an individualized approach for each client using elements from various modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Trauma-Informed Counselling.
Lesley is fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, and English.
Provide service to: Adults, Teen
Area of Focus:
- Relationship Issues
- Communication Skills
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Loss and Grief
- LGBTQ+ Issues
Lesley is a Registered Social Worker at the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services...
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Sandra Li is a Registered Social Worker (OCSWSSW) and Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO) in Ontario. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Hong Kong Polytechnic University. She then obtained her Bachelor’s Degree of Arts (major in psychology) and Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of British Columbia. She completed the Certificate in Solution Focused Counselling with the University of Toronto.
Sandra has over 20 years of experience in providing counselling and psychotherapy. She currently works as a school social worker who provides counselling to students and parents.
Prior to that, she was a mental health clinician at a hospital adult outpatient clinic, where she provided individual and group therapy for people with mental illnesses. She had worked at a family service agency, where she provided individual, couples, and family counselling. She also had experience providing counselling for newcomers, parents, and at-risk children and youths
in various settings. She sees people who suffer from mental health issues and struggle with personal and relational challenges.
Sandra’s clinical approach integrates Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Acceptance of Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness. She believes in people’s strength and resilience, and she works from a client-centered and growth-orientated space.
Provide service to: Adults
Area of Focus:
- Mental health
- Relational challenges
- Parenting
- Student counselling
- Life transitions
- Mindfulness
Sandra Li is a Registered Social Worker (OCSWSSW) and Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO) in Ontari...
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Shui Zhu (Cindy) Li is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in the province of Ontario (CRPO). She has a master’s degree in Counselling-Clinical Track from Tyndale University.
She has dedicated herself to people’s self-development for the past 5 years. She believes that psychotherapy aims at better mental health for everyone, NOT ONLY for those with mental issues or mental diseases. She thinks that everyone should seek psychotherapy because everyone has room to grow and to become better themselves.
Cindy focuses on self-development, parenting and couple relationships. She helps her clients to improve self-awareness, identify patterns in their relationships and develop growth both in themselves and their relationships. Cindy is dedicated to integrating multiple therapeutic approaches and customizing them according to different cases. Her preferred approaches include family system approaches, CBT, DBT, experiential approaches such as EFT, Play Therapy and Art Therapy etc.
Cindy is fluent in English and Mandarin.
No matter which stage you are in your life, whether everything goes well, staying at a crossroads, or experiencing a storm, Cindy is willing to walk along, experience, explore and improve together with you.
李水竹(Cindy)是安省注册心理治疗师(qualifying)。她毕业于天道大学临床心理咨询专业(硕士)。她在过去五年间致力于人们的个人成长。她相信心理咨询旨在每个人心理更健康,而不是只为有心理困扰或心理疾病的人群准备的。她认为每个人都应该寻求心理咨询,因为每个人都有成长的空间,都可以成为更好的自己。
Cindy专注于个人的成长、亲子关系以及夫妻关系的改善。她帮助她的来访者提高自我认识,发现个人关系中的行为模式,并在个人和人际关系都有所成长。Cindy致力于结合多种心理疗法,根据来访者需要量身运用,包括:家庭系统,认知行为疗法,辩证行为疗法,情绪取向疗法,游戏疗法以及艺术疗法等等。
Cindy精通普通话和英语。
无论您在生活的任何阶段,风平浪静、十字路口或者狂风暴雨,Cindy都愿意成为您的同路人,一同经历、感受、发现和提高。
Shui Zhu (Cindy) Li is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in the province of Ontario (CRPO...
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Carole has 10 years of experience working as Youth Settlement Specialist in elementary schools and high schools where she provides support to newcomer youth and families in the areas of settlement, education system bridging and cultural integration. As a Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Group trainer and facilitator, Carole delivers group sessions to parents and Early Childhood Educators, to foster healthy family relationships and strengthen positive parenting skills among parent groups. Carole’s coaching style is compassionate, goal-orientated and client-focused.
Provide service to: Adults, Teen, Preteen, Children (6-10)
Area of Focus:
- Early childhood parenting
- Family relationship
- Adolescent behaviour
- Cultural integration
- Goal-orientated
Carole has 10 years of experience working as Youth Settlement Specialist in elementary schools an...
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Navigating life’s challenges can be an isolating journey, it may leave us with limited opportunities to truly grasp our emotions or make sense of our experiences. You took the first step to reach out for support, it takes immense courage to seek out support and I commend you for considering this path.
My mission is to offer you a compassionate and empathetic space, rich with resources and opportunities to assist you in navigating the various challenges that everyday life presents. We will aim to uncover the inner resources and foster a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you, hope that this experience can bring you peace along this life journey.
I am currently a Masters-level MA in Counselling Psychology practicum student, practicing under the clinical supervision of an approved Supervisor. In our therapeutic partnership, we will embark on a voyage of exploration into your unique experiences, we will delve into your feelings and thoughts, gently untangling the threads that may have been causing you distress.
Xu is fluent in English and Mandarin.
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Amy Lo is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She graduated from Yorkville University with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. She also obtained Master Degrees in Applied Psychology as well as Rehabilitation for
People with Developmental Disabilities.
With a diverse educational background and experience, Amy specializes in working with vulnerable populations including individuals and families with disabilities and special needs such as ADHD. She is also skilled at providing psychotherapy for trauma, parenting issues, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and more, aiming to support people through their process of healing and positive change. Amy uses a client-centered approach that integrates a variety of modalities including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), experiential therapy, trauma-informed therapy, and Mindfulness. Amy believes all individuals have their own unique strengths, and her goal is to walk with them in the journey of self-exploration and growth.
Amy is fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Provide service to: Adults
Area of Focus:
- Special needs
- Vulnerable population
- Bipolar disorder
- Parenting issue
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma
- Client centered
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Shengnan Ma graduated from the University of Toronto, OISE, with a Master of Education in Developmental Psychology and Education, and an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Studies, and currently persuing post-graduate study at Florida Institue of Technology as a trainee towards BCBA. She previously worked as a research associate in two child development labs that specialized in children’s behaviors and early life adversities.
With over 3 years of experience working with children, including those with special needs, under different setting such as early-on centres, school board, etc. Shengnan has developed and facilitated workshops on parenting, child development (including special needs topics such as autism, learning disabilities, and ADHD), as well as mental health programs such as mindfulness practices.
Shengnan is fluent in English and Mandarin.
Provide service to: Adults, Children (6-10)
Area of Focus:
- Behavioural intervention
- Parenting training
- Parenting issue
- Special needs education
- ASD,LD, ADHD
Shengnan Ma graduated from the University of Toronto, OISE, with a Master of Education in Develop...
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Yvonne Ma is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology at the University of Toronto at Scarborough and a Master of Arts in Social Work degree in The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. She specializes in Family-centered Practice and Family Therapy.
Yvonne has been working in the community setting for over 10 years, focusing on serving newcomers and the vulnerable population in a linguistic and culturally sensitive manner. Yvonne believes life is full of highs and lows; she appreciates individuals and families who take the courageous step to come forward and allow her to be part of their life journeys.
Through collaboration between therapist and client, Yvonne’s goals of the therapy are to provide clients with a safe space where they can expand self-awareness and explore and process their thoughts and emotions to work through challenging issues in a confidential and non-judgemental environment, in order to uncover inner strength and empower positive change.
Provide Service to: Adults
Area of Focus:
- Relationship/ Family Issues
- Parenting
- Peer Relationship
- Stress
- Self-esteem
- Emotional Issues
- Trauma and PTSD
- Mental health issue
- Anxiety disorder
- Mindfulness
Yvonne Ma is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She obtained her Bac...
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Crystal Ng obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology at the University of Toronto St. George Campus and a double Master degree from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University—the Master of Arts in Social Worker in Family-Centered Practice and Family Therapy and the Master Arts in Guidance and Counselling.
Crystal has been working in the social services organization for over 10 years focusing on Integrative Model for care in coordinating a basket of community services to people in need. She specializes in working with people suffering from depression, anxiety, stress, grief and other mental health difficulties. She supports clients to develop the skills and resources they need to enhance social functioning and provide counselling and psychotherapy services.
She practices Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). Therapies to better help address the needs of individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
Crystal is fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
Provide Service to: Adults
Area of Focus:
- Grief
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Stress
- Mental health issue
Crystal Ng obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology at the University of Toronto St. George C...
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Jeff Zifeng Pang is a registered psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). He is an active professional member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). Jeff got his Master’s Degree in Developmental Psychology from South China Normal University, Guangzhou China in 1993. He has more than 20 years of experience in counseling and psychotherapy in the greater Toronto area.
Jeff has extensive working knowledge in counseling and psychotherapy in partner assault response program, anger management group therapy, couple therapy, parenting counseling, gambling and addiction counseling, and bounce back program.
He knows that understanding mental health can be confusing and stressful, but he also knows that there’s hope. Jeff sees therapy as a personalized and supportive process where he works with you to pay attention to your current reality and work out what would best suit your needs. He can walk you through the process of change and resolve painful emotions, and make a positive impact on your life.
Jeff incorporates Cognitive Behave Therapy, Solution-Focused approach with an emphasis on teaching skills into his work. He has been passionate about using psychological knowledge to empower people to learn practical skills to feel better, as well as to learn to better at their feeling and thrive in day-to-day life!
Provide service to: Adults
Area of Focus:
- Partner assualt
- Anger management
- Parenting counseling
- Gambling
- Addiction
- Relationship issue
Jeff Zifeng Pang is a registered psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). He is an acti...
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Navigating life transitions and coping with changes can be overwhelming. Experiencing and managing anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, grief and loss, low self-esteem, trauma, and stress can be challenging when faced alone.Receiving support in developing goals, acquiring new skills, develop greater self-confidence and receiving psychoeducation can empower individuals, couples, and families to overcome challenges and enhance their well-being. I am currently a master’s level MA in Counselling Psychology practicum student who is qualified to practice at the practicum site under the clinical supervision of an approved practicum supervisor. I have many years of experience working with vulnerable populations including children and adults with special needs. I have advocated and helped individuals connect to resources, foster resilience, increase self-awareness, and promote greater emotional balance. My aim is to support individuals through their healing journey, provide compassion care, help explore and process their thoughts and emotions in a safe space where they feel validated, accepted, respected, and empowered and more importantly understood.
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Abby Sidhu is an experienced registered Clinical Social Worker. She completed her undergraduate degree from Simon Fraser University in Sociology and Gender Studies, then went on to complete her Master’s degree at the University of British Columbia in Social Work. She has 5 years of experience working with children and young people who are struggling with understanding their emotions. She specializes in working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, emotional dysregulation, and ASD. Abby also work with parents with parental concerns surrounding ASD or other mental health issues.
She has worked with many new parents who are learning to navigate the trials and tribulations of new parenthood. If you are a new mom facing post-partum or unsure of how to deal with the many changes occurring in your life she can sit in the heaviness of your feelings with you while also offering tools for healing. She operates from a collaborative approach tailored to your wants, needs, and personal goals.
For new immigrants, Abby understand that moving to a new country can be exciting but also comes with many challenges, she is happy to work with newcomers to Canada and international students as they work through their emotions and understanding of their new life.
Her therapeutic foundations stem from Emotion Focused Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Narrative Therapy, you are not alone in seeking tools to help your child or yourself increase self-worth and emotional stability. Her time with you will be in a safe non-judgmental space so that you can explore your emotional goals and develop a plan to better your journey in life.
“I care about you and your story. In my office, you will be treated with respect, dignity, and compassion while maintaining the highest standards for integrity and ethics.”
Abby Sidhu is an experienced registered Clinical Social Worker. She completed her undergraduate d...
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Dr. Jian P. Su is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She has a doctorate in clinical psychology from OISE, University of Toronto, specializing in multicultural counselling and psychotherapy.
Dr. Su specializes in psychological assessment and providing psychotherapy to clients experiencing adjustment disorder, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and other mental health issues. She also conducts couples and family psychotherapy to couples, partners, and families experiencing relationship difficulties. She worked for the North York Health Department as an associate researcher and conducted research on new immigrant health issues.
Dr. Su’s previous employment includes working and practicing psychotherapy for university students and faculty for more than 20 years at the University of Toronto. Dr. Su is very experienced with youths, young adults, and new immigrants who have been suffering from anxiety, depression, and mental health issues such as adjustment disorders.
Dr. Su is fluent in English and Mandarin.
Provide service to: Adults
Area of Focus:
- Mood Disorders
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Interpersonal Relationship
- Life Transitions
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women’s Issues
Dr. Jian P. Su is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She has a docto...
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Kelly Tam is registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). She is also registered with Association for Play Therapy US as a Registered Play TherapistTM. She has a Bachelor degree in Mathematics from the University of Waterloo and also a Master of Social Science in Counselling from the University of Hong Kong. She also obtained a Diploma in Play Therapy.
Kelly utilizes Person-Centered Therapy / Child-Centered Play Therapy to help her clients reach their full potential by facilitating them to explore and understand their own abilities, beliefs, values and personality. Her focus is to empower her clients with the capacity for meaningful change and self-growth by providing a warm acceptance and non-judgemental therapeutic environment. Kelly works with a wide range of clients, including those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and bereavement, marriage and relationship issues, working through various life transitions, and learning stress/anger management strategies or other coping skills
Children and adolescents are also the population that Kelly is specialized in and passionate about. She is proficient in providing play therapy to children who are experiencing childhood anxiety, ASD, ADHD, depression, low self-esteem, learning disabilities, parenting challenges, traumatic life events, issues with family transitions, adjustment to school, and peer relationships.
Kelly practices in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
Kelly Tam is registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). She is...
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Dr. Weijia Tan is a Registered Social Worker at the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). She has a PhD from the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Windsor.
Weijia provides psychotherapy to clients experiencing academic or work related issues, anxiety, depression, mid-aged crisis, family changes/transitions, relationship issues, grief and loss issues, aging-related issues, and adjustment issues. She also works at the University of Toronto as a research coordinator and course instructor.
The purpose of Weijia’s clinical work is to support adults to live a healthy and positive life. Her clinical approach integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance Commitment to Empowerment Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Person-Centered Therapy, and Strategies and Skills Learning and Development System.
Weijia practices in English and Mandarin.
Provide service to: Adults, Elders
Area of Focus:
- Academic or work related issues
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Middle-aged crisis
- Family changes/ transitions
- Relationship issues
- Grief and loss issues
- Aging-related issues
- Adjustment issues (newcomers)
Dr. Weijia Tan is a Registered Social Worker at the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social ...
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Rui is an experienced therapist with over 15 years of counselling practice in community and healthcare settings, where she has worked with individuals, couples, and families and helped them adjust to life in Canada. With extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Trauma-Informed counseling, and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples and families, Rui is well-equipped to help you achieve your goals.
Her passion for collaborative work is rooted in the belief that positive change and emotional growth are possible for everyone, leading to ultimate happiness and joy in life. Rui’s clinical practices embody the core principles of a trauma-informed approach to care, seeking to empower her clients and develop treatment plans based on their individual strengths. With Rui, you will feel appreciated, accepted, and well on your way to achieving your goal of emotional well-being.
Provide service to: Adults, Teen, Preteen
Area of Focus:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Trauma
- Relationship Issue
- Parenting Issue
- Chronic Pain
- Suicidality
- Self Harm
- Insomnia
Rui is an experienced therapist with over 15 years of counselling practice in community and healt...
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Patrick is a Registered Social Worker (OCSWSSW) and Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). He has a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Hong Kong.
Are you feeling stressed, sad, hopeless, anxious, or stuck? Patrick would like to help. Patrick provides individual and couples counselling to those experiencing stressors from work, family, or relationships, and to those struggling with mental health issues. He is skilled at helping clients to identify their strengths and to better understand themselves and their relationships with others. With Patrick as your guide, positive change can happen!
Patrick currently works in a hospital-based mental health clinic and has over 12 years of experience working in the family services and mental health fields in Toronto. In terms of his counselling style, Patrick is trained in Acceptance Commitment, Cognitive-behavioural, Narrative and Emotionally Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-informed counselling, and he adopts an integrative approach based on each client’s needs.
Provide service to: Adults
Area of Focus:
- Mental health issue
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma-informed
- Emotional-focused
- Acceptance commitment
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Arianna Wang is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in the Province of Ontario (CRPO) and a proud member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). She holds a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from York University. Additionally, Arianna has completed a Certificate in Rehabilitation Services from Seneca College. With a diverse educational background and experience, Arianna specializes in working with vulnerable populations, including individuals and families with disabilities and special needs. She is devoted to assisting international students and new immigrants with different cultural backgrounds in handling their life transitions.
Arianna’s expertise extends to providing psychotherapy for clients facing emotional difficulties such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, stress, grief, relationship issues, and other mental health concerns. Her clinical approach integrates various therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), trauma-informed therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and strength-based therapy. She believes in recognizing and building upon the unique strengths of each individual, guiding them through the journey of self-exploration and growth.
In addition to her qualifications, Arianna is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for her clients. She possesses a deep understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds and is dedicated to providing compassionate care and guidance during life transitions. Arianna’s goal is to empower her clients to tap into their inner strengths and embrace their full potential.
Arianna Wang is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in the Province of Ontario (CRPO) and a...
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For over ten years, James has dedicated himself to the practice of clinical counselling, serving individuals and families across diverse backgrounds and challenges. Specializing in supporting new immigrants, couples, youth, and families, James navigates the complexities of mental health, developmental issues, family conflicts, addictions, and criminal behaviors with compassion and expertise in social work. His unwavering commitment is to facilitate relief, reconciliation and reconnection for those he serves. Through a personalized approach grounded in empathy and collaboration, James empowers clients to navigate their difficulties, rediscover their resilience, and pursue meaningful growth and healing.
James adopts an integrative approach in his practice, drawing from his experiences in school and community settings to tailor his therapeutic modalities. With extensive training in family counseling and education, James incorporates Emotionally Focused Therapy, the Satir Growth Model, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Practice.
James prioritizes empathy and understanding in his work with clients, supporting them on their path towards greater self-awareness, heightened self-esteem, improved decision-making, and personal accountability. His ultimate goal is to empower individuals to navigate life’s complexities with compassion and confidence, nurturing inner harmony and holistic well-being. If you’re prepared to start a journey of growth and self-discovery, James sincerely invites you to reach out and begin your therapeutic journey today.
James is fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
Provide service to: Adults, Teen
Area of Focus:
- New immigrants
- Youth and families
- Mental illness
- Developmental issues
- Special educational needs
- Family conflicts
- Additions
- Criminal behaviours
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Kandy Wong is a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science from Lingnan University and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Hong Kong.
With over four years of counseling experience, Kandy provides support for clients facing a variety of personal challenges, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, marital and relationship difficulties, and the enhancement of emotion management techniques. Her therapeutic approach is person-centered and strengths-based, aimed at fostering self-awareness and personal growth. She is committed to creating a supportive, non-judgmental atmosphere that ensures client safety and confidentiality.
Kandy is particularly passionate about working with children and pre-teens. She utilized play therapy and art-based interventions to assist young clients experiencing anxiety, ASD, ADHD, developmental delays, family transitions, low self-esteem, parenting challenges, peer interaction challenges and school adjustments. By utilizing innovative tools like 6 Bricks and Playbox, she also focuses on enhancing children’s executive functioning, social and emotional regulation skills.
Kandy is fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Provide service to: Preschooler, Preteen Children (6-12), Adult
Area of Focus:
Depression
Anxiety
Life transition
Special needs (developmental issues)
Emotional Disturbance
Family
Children
Parenting
Relationship issues
Self-esteem related issue
Kandy Wong is a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Se...
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Yandong (Carol) Xiang is a registered social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). She holds a Bachelor Degree of Social Work with Honours from York University and a Master Degree of Social Work from the University of Toronto, specializing in Health and Mental Health.
She has many years of clinical experience, working with multicultural population who struggle with mental health issues; particularly, with mood and anxiety disorders, grief, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). She believes strength-based practice and is dedicated in helping people with their recovery by utilizing different approaches such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioural Therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Mindfulness, self-compassion, The Tapping Solution (Emotional Freedom Technique), etc.
Carol is fluent in both English and Mandarin.
Provide Service to: Adults
Area of Focus:
- Grief
- Mood Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Mental health issue
- Anxiety disorder
- Mindfulness
Yandong (Carol) Xiang is a registered social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers an...
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Meet Jane (Xiao Bing) Xu, a compassionate and skilled psychotherapist dedicated to guiding individuals, couples, and families through life‘s complex challenges. Whether you’re struggling with emotional regulation, facing interpersonal difficulties, or seeking personal growth, Jane is here to help you find clarity and direction at every turn.
As a certified Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist (EFCT) with ICEEFT, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, and a professional member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, Jane brings over 15 years of experience to her practice. She specializes in helping clients understand and manage their emotions, resolve internal and external conflicts, foster personal development, and enhance relationships. Jane’s approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, integrating a variety of therapeutic techniques including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and therapies that blend spiritual and psychological principles. Her background in navigating high-pressure situations, dual-cultural identity, and personal crises enriches her empathetic and compassionate practice.
Jane warmly invites you to begin your journey of healing and growth with her. Together, let‘s build meaningful relationships and a stronger sense of self. Join Jane and discover a path to a more fulfilled and confident life.
Provide service to: Adults
Area of Focus:
- Marriage and family relations
- Personal trauma
- Adolescent growth
- Parenting
Meet Jane (Xiao Bing) Xu, a compassionate and skilled psychotherapist dedicated to guiding indivi...
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Xiaolan is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She is an active professional member of Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA); and a professional affiliate member of Ontario Psychological Association (OPA). Xiaolan has a Master’s degree in Adult Education and Counselling Psychology from OISE, University of Toronto, and a Master’s degree in Social Psychology from Guangzhou University, China.
Xiaolan is passionate about helping clients who would like to change or improve real issues in their lives, such as stress management, improved partner communication, handling criticism better, dealing with relatives/friends/managers, etc. In particular, Xiaolan is passionate about encouraging post-traumatic growth.
Xiaolan’s clinical approach integrated with Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. Xiaolan has 12 years of practical experience in helping clients learn psychological knowledge, practical skills, and tools to address their concerns and improve their quality of life.
Xiaolan takes a collaborative stance and seeks to facilitate client empowerment by moving beyond “problem talk” to “solution talk”, thus helping clients envision a more satisfying and hopeful future, recognize their strengths and resources and use them to generate their realistic solutions as much as possible.
Provide service to: Adults
Area of Focus:
- Stress management
- Post-traumatic growth
- Mindfulness
- Solution-focused
Xiaolan is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She is an active profe...
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Dr. Julia Yee’s counselling journey began when she was an Instructor at the University of Toronto where she would provide one-on-one consultation on career development and post-secondary education planning. She later worked as a Youth Worker at the Centre for Immigrant & Community Services (CICS) and served newcomer youths and their families who needed assistance on cultural adjustment and social integration.
Julia’s scope of counselling includes parenting, family relationships, and issues surrounding trauma, grief, and loss. She assumes a client-centered approach and believes that the key to every underlying issue is within the reach of the client; the role of a counsellor is to journey with her client as a mindful guide, a compassionate companion, and a faithful witness at their most vulnerable time.
Julia is fluent in Mandarin and English.
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I graduated with a Masters of Divinity (M. Div.) in Clinical Counselling from Tyndale University College and Seminary in 2017. I have worked in a family service center, mental health agencies, medical health clinics, and community services. Occasionally, I am invited to deliver educational workshops to community groups.
As a therapist, I believe in the importance of a strong therapeutic relationship that leads to positive outcomes in emotional well-being. My approach is client-centered and grounded in empathy, compassion, and non-judgment. I strive to create a safe and warm environment where clients can openly and comfortably process the unique circumstances.
I am a therapist who draws on several therapy approaches, including Focusing Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Play Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy.
From an intersectional lens, I am passionate about guiding clients and supporting each individual on a unique journey to discover their resilience, explore inherent strengths, and learn and adopt new coping strategies/skills.
Provide service to: Adults
Area of Focus:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Panic attack
- Sleep issue
- Family relationship
- Work issue
- Anger management
- Life transition
- Cultural adjustment
- Negative thinking
- Gambling
- Stress
I graduated with a Masters of Divinity (M. Div.) in Clinical Counselling from Tyndale University ...
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Bohan Zhang comes from a background in both neuroscience and psychology and has earned his credentials as a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in the province of Ontario (CRPO). Bohan is dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming space for people from all cultural backgrounds and walks of life.
Through the integrative use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Humanistic frameworks, Bohan focuses on discovering the client’s own strengths and resources that promote growth and healing. All goals and objectives in therapy will be set with the client to ensure that they are both satisfying and in line with the client’s reality.
Provide service to: Adults
Area of Focus:
- Nature therapy
- Mindfulness
- Emotional-focused
- Person-centres
- Cognitive behavioural therapy
Bohan Zhang comes from a background in both neuroscience and psychology and has earned his creden...
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Chun Fang Zhang is a caring and skilled Registered Nurse Psychotherapist who offers a wide range of psychotherapy and counselling services. With a strong nursing background and specialized knowledge in psychotherapy, she integrates medical and psychotherapeutic skills to help her clients. Chun believes in a comprehensive approach to therapy, recognizing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit.
Chun’s passion for nursing and psychotherapy, combined with her extensive experience of 20 years in nursing and 5 years in psychotherapy practice, make her a trusted and competent partner in the therapeutic process.
Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, chronic pain, sleeping disorders, substance abuse, cancer, chronic diseases, caregiver burnout or are concerned for the mental health of your loved ones, Chun is here to help.
Chun Fang Zhang is a caring and skilled Registered Nurse Psychotherapist who offers a wide range ...
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Life can get unpredictable. We all have moments when life seems to spiral out of control as it becomes increasingly difficult to navigate through life challenges. Whether it is addiction, anxiety, anger, life transitions, or relationship issues, it is possible to take charge again.
Johnson’s clinical approach draws from therapy approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapies. He has been serving in the community for over 5 years focusing on helping those struggling with addictions and the marginalized population.
The foundation of the therapeutic relationship between therapist and client will be grounded on compassion. It is essential to Johnson that each client is heard and valued. His goal is to provide every individual with a space where they feel safe from judgment and free to express themselves openly. Johnson is passionate about working mutually with clients to raise self-awareness, encourage growth, reach goals, and improve quality of life.
Johnson is fluent in English.
Life can get unpredictable. We all have moments when life seems to spiral out of control as it be...
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Chelsea is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She obtained a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from Hong Kong Baptist University and a Master of Education in Counselling Psychology (Global Mental Health stream) from University of Toronto. She is devoted to working with university students, adults, and couples. She is specialized to work with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, stress, and other mental health difficulties. The clients would be supported to break the problem-maintaining cycle, discover their unique strengths and resources, and get empowered to make positive changes.
Her clinical approach integrates eclectic frameworks of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and a trauma-informed approach to other counselling techniques. Treatment plans will be designed idiosyncratically for different clients.
Chelsea is fluent in English and Mandarin.
Provide service to: Adults, Teen
Area of Focus:
- University students
- Relationship issue
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma
- Stress
Chelsea is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She obtained a Bachelo...
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Sharon Zong is a Registered Social Worker (OCSWSSW) and Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario (CRPO). She graduated from York University with a Bachelor of Social Work in 2001, and a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto in 2006. She also provides supervision to university students pursuing Bachelor and Master degrees in Social Work.
Sharon specializes in providing psychotherapy to clients experiencing emotional difficulties such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic disorder, stress, grief, and relationship issues. She has twenty years of experience serving individuals, couples, and families that are going through difficult times. Sharon is also actively involved in Partner Assault Response programs (PAR) and has been helping clients with anger management issues.
Her clinical approach integrates eclectic frameworks of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy, Family system theory, and EMDR Therapy.
Sharon is fluent in English and Mandarin.
Provide service to: Adults, Teen
Area of Focus:
- Anger Management
- Depression
- Trauma and PTSD
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Behavioural Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Career Guidance
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Family Conflict
- Gambling
- Grief
- Internet Addiction
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Teen Violence
- Women’s Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Thinking Disorders
- Cancer
- Single Mother
Sharon Zong is a Registered Social Worker (OCSWSSW) and Registered Psychotherapist in the Provin...
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