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Ms. Shiffo Farah

Toronto, Ontario

Ms. Shiffo Farah

MSW York University, BSW
Years in practice: 20
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Shiffo Farah, a dedicated Registered Social Worker in Toronto, specializes in relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, anger, PTSD, and stress management. With a Master’s in Social Work from York University and training in CBT and Family Mediation, Shiffo offers evidence-based support. Committed to inclusivity and cultural sensitivity, Shiffo ensures all clients receive affirming support on their journey toward healing and growth.

Toronto, Ontario
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Graham Watt

Guelph, Ontario

Graham Watt

MACP, Yorkville University
Years in practice: 4
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I helps adults who want to be confident and enjoy life, but are feeling stuck and are experiencing anxiety, stress, depression or work and career challenges. I also help couples who want to feel closer and more connected, but are having challenges in that regard.

My areas of care include trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, shame, anger, grief, communication, and vocational direction. My clinical focus uses an attachment-based, trauma-informed approach to counselling. I have training in the integration of different models of counselling, and work with individuals, couples and families.

Guelph, Ontario
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Michael Poydenko

Cambridge, Ontario

Michael Poydenko

MSc, University of Guelph
Years in practice: 5
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Hi! I’m Michael, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) specializing in talk and somatic therapy. I have education in health systems and relational therapy.

Interpersonal relationships play a central role in our mental health over our lifespan, and taking time to reflect on our closest relationships, or ourselves can be grounding and stress relieving. In a session with me, you can expect to tap into your feelings and dilemmas, get creative with problem-solving and sit with the unknown, all while being in a safe, receptive, and inclusive space.

My specific areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, self-harm, existentialism, interpersonal conflicts, spirituality, and burnout. I offer a trauma-informed and inclusive space.

Cambridge, Ontario
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Corey Turnbull

Toronto, Ontario

Corey Turnbull

MSc in Psychology, University of Liverpool and MA in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University (qualifying)
Years in practice: 7
Offers:  Remote Therapy
Our approach is designed for men. It will often be based on your strengths and geared toward solutions. In our meetings, you can expect encouragement to move forward with whatever works best for you.
Toronto, Ontario
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Dr. Ben Williams

Toronto, Ontario

Dr. Ben Williams

PhD in Clinical Psychology, University of Victoria
Years in practice: 20
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I have worked with individuals dealing with a broad range of concerns for over 15 years. This includes periodic difficulties (e.g. depression, anxiety, addiction, and insomnia), and more persistent concerns (e.g. maladaptive coping, relationship difficulties, and low self-esteem).

I use a flexible approach drawing on training and experience in a number of theoretical orientations including: mindfulness-based, cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and humanistic therapy. I work with clients to establish meaningful and concrete therapeutic goals that form the basis for monitoring progress.

Toronto, Ontario
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Timothy McCurdy-Myers

Cambridge, Ontario

Timothy McCurdy-Myers

MSc, University of Guelph
Years in practice: 6
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I work with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, communication, sex, and identity. I look for patterns of behaviour that shape your life, where those patterns emerge from, and where you might like to try something different. The fit between therapist and client is tremendously important and it is difficult to gauge from a few sentences on a website. If you are curious about my approach, I encourage you to reach out for a free consultation.

Cambridge, Ontario
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Mr. Patrick Pretty

Ottawa, Ontario

Mr. Patrick Pretty

MA in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University and BA in Psychology (Honours), Carleton University and Graduate Cert. in Victimology and SSW Dip, Algonquin College. RP(Qualifying), College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
Years in practice: 7
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I utilize an integrative and experiential approach adjusted to each individual. A combination of the following approaches is used: Existential-humanistic therapy, Schema therapy, Transactional analysis, Attachment therapy, Relational therapy, Core-life value therapy, Cognitive-emotional therapy, Solution-focused therapy. My approach capitalizes on the strengths and abilities of individuals from all walks of life to access internal and external resources for spawning positive life changes and self-growth. The client, with the alliance of the therapist, can create solutions for the challenging obstacles that life holds, and therapy focuses on individuals’ resilience, values, and skills, via compassion, empathy, active listening, and sensitive services.

Ottawa, Ontario
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Mr. Fred Tisdall

Hamilton, Ontario

Mr. Fred Tisdall

SSW Dip, George Brown College. RSSW, Ontario College of Social Work and Social Service Workers.
Years in practice: 25+
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I believe that every human has the capacity to heal. My approach is to help you find the wisdom within you. We do this together with patience, empathy, honesty and relationship. I am here to guide you toward your inherent ability. All pain is a result of judgement – I help us weed through the judgements so we can find the authentic you.

Hamilton, Ontario
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Zameena Jaffer

Toronto, Ontario

Zameena Jaffer

MACP, Adler University. Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Years in practice: 10
Offers:  Remote Therapy

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Welcome to the start of your journey toward your most authentic self! I am here to guide you as you navigate your culture, relationships, and feelings of stuckness in your life. I am here to help you discover coping skills to manage overwhelming, anxious, and overpowering emotions. You become my client, and I become a part of your support system. Together, we will create a personalized plan to support your mental health and your life goals. At the end of our journey together, you will leave with a better awareness of your emotions, an arsenal of tools for challenging times, and greater resiliency.

Toronto, Ontario
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Zahra Nafar

Ottawa, Ontario

Zahra Nafar

MA in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University
Years in practice: 6
Offers:  Remote Therapy
Zahra is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and the Director of YourTherapist Psychotherapy and Counselling Clinic in Ottawa, ON.

Her experience includes years of training in psychology, and neuroscience. She is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), a Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional (CAIMHP) and a Level II Gottman Institute certified couples therapist. Zahra’s therapy approach focuses on understanding her client’s history, the family of origin, cultural background, physiological and psychological health to create clinical plans that promote change.

Ottawa, Ontario
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Gena Filip

Kitchener, Ontario

Gena Filip

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (Qualifying), Yorkville University
Years in practice: 6
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I have a direct approach: I’m here to listen, provide perspective, and collaborate to help you get where you want to go. With 15 years of experience as a physical therapist and healthcare practitioner, focusing on chronic pain, chronic disease, neurological health and function in the healing process, I use various treatment applications to address the mind (thoughts, emotions, actions), body (physical health), and spirit (your perception of yourself in the world). Let’s see if my approach is what you need to achieve your goals with a free 15-minute consultation.

Kitchener, Ontario
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Shane Smyth

Guelph, Ontario

Shane Smyth

MA in Community Work, National University of Ireland, RP, College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Years in practice: 16
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I believe we all have the ability to work through our own struggles when provided with a safe nonjudgemental space to process thoughts, emotions and memories. I aim to provide that space to people as I have benefited from that process myself over the years. I don’t believe I’m an expert in anyone else’s life but I have expertise in listening, asking questions and helping people tolerate and regulate difficult emotions and thoughts. I have struggled in the past myself and know that a good therapist can make a huge difference, so I strive to be that therapist for others.

Guelph, Ontario
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Mr. Ian Wine

Thornhill, Ontario

Mr. Ian Wine

MSW, University of Toronto
Years in practice: 18
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Working with clients from diverse backgrounds, I provide professional and confidential counselling to address a number of issues including anxiety, trauma, depression, anger management, and relationship problems. I have a passion for expanding my knowledge in evidence-based practice, including lessons from clients themselves, and have completed additional professional training in different therapeutic modalities. I use an eclectic approach of holistic, evidence-based techniques to teach clients how changing their thinking can change their behaviours and improve the outcome of their lives. I use my own narrative of resiliency to motivate and inspire others to recognize the growth and positives that can come from life challenges.

Thornhill, Ontario
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Perry Sabourin

Ottawa, Ontario

Perry Sabourin

MSW, Wilfred Laurier University
Years in practice: 24
Offers:  Remote Therapy

At Sabourin Therapy Services you will receive individually tailored psychotherapy or counselling to meet your unique needs. I offer a variety of therapeutic models, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), prolonged exposure (PE), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and solution-focused therapy (SFT).

Ottawa, Ontario
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Jaswir Dhillon

Ottawa, Ontario

Jaswir Dhillon

MA in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University
Years in practice: 7
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I am a holistic and integrative therapist, concerned with the overall long-term physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of my clients. I work with clients who experience depression, anxiety, intergenerational trauma, complex trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, low self-esteem, life transitions, family of origin conflict and other issues using a culturally-sensitive perspective in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment.

I use an evidence-based and integrative therapeutic approach, and I draw on elements of mindfulness, psychodynamic, experiential, emotion-focused, somatic and cognitive behavioural therapeutic modalities to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to your specific needs.

Ottawa, Ontario
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