Trauma Focused Therapists in Downtown, Toronto, ON

Are you or your child struggling with racing thoughts, obsessive thinking and emotions that are all over the place? Do you wish you could experience some relief from anxiety, OCD, trauma and depression? I specialize in working with children and young adults who experience these challenges. I specialize in working with children and young adults who experience these challenges. I meet you where you’re at and help you grow from there by creating a non-judgemental, curious exploration of yourself and your experiences.

I admire the strength and resolve it takes to move towards a more connected, authentic, and rewarding life. Through my practice, I provide a safe space for individuals to cultivate the insights and skills needed to create positive change. I am a Registered Psychotherapist with a Masters in Counselling Psychology and certified in Trauma-Focused Therapy. I am providing services to teens and adults in the areas of trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, stress and life transitions.

If you're navigating the complexities of trauma, depression, or anxiety, you're not alone. While I specialize in these areas, my approach resonates with anyone seeking deeper understanding and growth. I also emphasize understanding your social and cultural context and recognizing the importance of your unique identity and values. Together, we'll delve into your feelings, explore personal experiences, and foster a path toward empowerment, crafting strategies that align with your journey and emotional well-being

Malaka Hakim has a Doctorate in Medicine and a Master's of Arts in Counselling Psychology. She is an active member of the CRPO and a certified Clinical Traumatologist. Malaka helps clients with their stress, anxiety, depression, substance-use, anger management, behavioral issues, ADHD, ASD, along with other mental health disorders. She also works with a multitude of different approaches, including client -centered, ACT, Trauma-Focused CBT, DBT, MI, EFT, and strength based therapy. Malaka’s authentic personality, paired with a genuine respect for others allows her to work with clients that encounter varying degrees of challenges.

Accepting new clients. Are you preoccupied with worries? Are you feeling unfulfilled with your life, stuck in the same pattern unable to move forward? Is there a cultural disconnect creating challenges with embracing your identity? Using a warm and empathic approach, I support individuals experiencing difficulties with emotion dysregulation, coping with trauma and grief, as well as navigating life transitions. As your therapist, my goal is to empower you in reaching your full potential by understanding your emotional burdens, targeting obstacles that may impede growth, and teaching you practical coping strategies.

I am an addiction psychologist &licensed psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario ( CRPO 003919) and an accredited member of American Psychological Association C 2304737305 ) I have successfully completed Masters in holistic Psychotherapy from California University FCE and PhD in Addiction Psychology from California University FCE ( Grade 3.73) and I have completed my doctoral residency at the Vancouver General Hospital .

If you've experienced sexual abuse (rape, childhood sexual abuse, harassment) it's likely you noticed changes in how you think, feel and act. Maybe you believe that you deserve what happened or that there was something you should have done to stop it. You may see the world as a dangerous place and people as untrustworthy. You're likely on edge, hypervigilant and feel out of control of your emotions - or maybe you don't feel them at all. You can't sleep, relationships are difficult, you feel haunted by your memories, sex and intimacy aren't as they used to be, and it feels like nothing you've tried works. This is trauma.

Welcome! Seeking out support can be a hard first step to make, but it is a sign of listening to your wise inner self. Getting to this step is honourable. Here’s a bit of who I am. I've been practicing for over 22 years, working in the social services field, specifically in community and hospital-based settings. My practice includes Mindfulness, Narrative, Psychodynamic, Trauma Focused, as well as Body Oriented Therapies. I specialize in treating survivors of trauma, as well as individuals experiencing mental health, relationship, parenting, academic stressors, life transitions, and substance use issues.

If you're navigating the complexities of trauma, depression, or anxiety, you're not alone. While I specialize in these areas, my approach resonates with anyone seeking deeper understanding and growth. I also emphasize understanding your social and cultural context and recognizing the importance of your unique identity and values. Together, we'll delve into your feelings, explore personal experiences, and foster a path toward empowerment, crafting strategies that align with your journey and emotional well-being

It's okay not to feel okay. If you grew up in a damaging environment, you had to develop ingenious ways of surviving. Enduring your childhood is proof of your strength and resilience. However, you're no longer that child and feel just surviving isn't enough. The problem is that the past won't let you move on—your suffering is not your fault. What helped you in the past may now be hindering your growth. It's time to rewrite your narrative. Join me, and together, we will give voice to the parts of you that have been shamed, hidden, and denied. We can't undo the past's grave injustices, but we can take away their power.

I am a strong believer that when we change the way we think, we change the way we feel, and we can improve our mental and emotional health and well-being. I am passionate about helping people uncover their resilience, strengthen their self-confidence and self-worth, and become more assertive. You are the expert of your life, and together we will work collaboratively to uncover unhelpful thinking patterns and create new ways of looking at your concerns to create positive change.

Hello! I am a Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor providing services to clients and clinicians in Ontario and beyond. As a Holistic Psychotherapist, I assist my clients in restoring health in mind, body, emotion, relationship, and spirit. I work with adults, youth, and parents. My areas of specialization and expertise include: Childhood and Developmental Trauma Recovery, Depression, Anxiety, Self-development and Spirituality, Psychedelic Preparation and Integration, Eating Disorders, Perinatal Mental Health (e.g. postpartum depression/anxiety, birth trauma, infertility), and parenting young and older/adult children.

My interests & expertise include: Workplace traumas, bullying, harassment, discrimination, constructive dismissal, psychologically unsafe workplaces, unanticipated job loss/end. The Mother Wound. Existential despair, i.e. feeling lost/adrift in life, lack of meaning & purpose. Not realizing one’s potential. Issues stemming from trauma in childhood. Difficult life transitions, life endings, e.g. retirement, relationship endings. Support for withdrawal from psychiatric drugs. Dissociation, depersonalization, dis-integration in response to trauma. Many come to me when they’ve exhausted options provided by mainstream mental healthcare.

Life can feel challenging at times, leaving you feeling overwhelmed or stuck. You may be experiencing feelings of sadness, worry, anger, shame, fear, grief or despair. Struggling with difficult emotions can take away from living in the present moment. Instead you may find yourself dealing with anxiety, self-criticism, over-thinking, reliving painful memories and stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Together we will slow things down so we can explore your experiences and the parts of you that may be hard to understand.

We are a growing collective of independent mental health professionals who are radically anti-oppressive, anti-empire, and abolitionist in our approach, and working towards decolonizing mental health and wellness spaces. We provide care that is culturally responsive, social justice informed, emotionally attuned, trauma focused, systems-oriented, collaborative, inclusive, respectful, and compassionate. Our clinical team includes psychotherapists who specialize in working with grief, anxiety, depression, complex trauma, neurodivergence, and navigating life transitions. We've been changing people's lives since 2019!

I support individuals experiencing challenges with relationship/attachment patterns, low self-esteem, anxiety, school/career stress, depression, grief/loss, trauma, and life transitions. My approach begins with building a therapeutic rapport to provide space for exploring, curiosity, and healing. I practice from a framework that recognizes your individual strengths, is informed by attachment, considers neuroscience research, and is cognizant of any past trauma/circumstances that brought you here. Collaboratively, we will use a combination of evidence-based strategies to manage your current concerns and foster hope and resilience.

Are you silently struggling with anxiety, depression, and stress? Are you seeking a new way to heal, become mindful, and manage your life in a thoughtful, present way? Are you having challenges communicating in your relationships? I am committed to practicing empathy and compassion by actively listening to my clients and their concerns. Being mindful that each individual’s journey is unique, I will work hand-in-hand with you to implement an achievable plan that will focus on your needs and improve your quality of life. I work hard to build trust through confidential support that is offered in a safe, non-judgmental space.

As a registered therapist with a passion for helping children, youth, and adults overcome obstacles and reach their full potential, I provide a safe, supportive space where you can break through the barriers that are preventing you from experiencing personal growth and healing. Reaching out can be a difficult step to take, especially if you have been handling things on your own for so long. You can expect an open, accepting, and non-judgmental space for you to be able to unlock some doors. I honour the relationship between myself and my clients and recognize the healing power behind a positive therapeutic relationship.

We offer services to adults experiencing a variety of concerns including trauma, eating, body image, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and interpersonal relationships. We also offer services to diverse couples who are seeking to strengthen their relationship, increase feelings of connectedness, and improve communication. Treatment is tailored to each individual or couple and is evidence-based (i.e., supported by research involving clinical trials).