Multicultural Therapists in Ontario

Are you having relationship difficulties? Are you interested in learning more about how your childhood impacts you as an adult? Does it feel like your past experiences are weighing on you, and your sense of self is foggy or unclear? You are not alone! Together we can look at the steps that have brought you to this point, and increase self-awareness, emotional stability, and insight into your experiences.

Having spent numerous years abroad, I have garnered a profound appreciation for diverse worldviews, a perspective that significantly informs my practice. As a Palestinian-Canadian, I am deeply passionate about guiding individuals through the delicate dance of straddling two cultures. I believe that embracing this duality can lead to profound personal growth and empowerment. I primarily support clients from cultured backgrounds with navigating identity, family dynamics, and symptoms of anxiety.

I provide services for a multitude of social, personal, and psychological matters including (but not limited to); anxiety, depression, trauma, overcoming abuse, boundary setting, career concerns, relationship issues, stress/anger management, racialization, and issues of identity and self-esteem. To see if I am the right fit for you, book a complimentary 15-minute introductory session. In addition to individual counselling, I am happy to guide you to holist wellness in your partner and family relationships through couple and family counselling.

I believe seeking supports through counselling is an act of bravery and courage and as such I consider it an honour for anyone to confide in me their struggles, hopes and aspirations. My intention is to simply be human with individuals and help guide them along their journey. Therapy is not a fix it all solution, it takes time, practice and most importantly a genuine human connection.

Life often comes at us in ways that leave little room to breathe, feel, and reflect. This can create a cycle of survival that forces us to simply 'get over' what impacts us. I support clients in slowing down and tending to their mental and emotional well-being. I help clients understand the experiences that influence how they move through the world, foster compassion for how they have survived thus far, and develop new ways to care for themselves. I also gently challenge those I work with to recognize and lean into their strengths.

Everyone embarks on unique journeys involving various overwhelming challenges including emotional and mental health issues, substance abuse and relationship issues. My colleagues and I fully understand that when two or more people cope with similar circumstances, no two minds function alike. Therefore, my services instill clients with how to love themselves through comprehensive, mental, emotional and spiritual enrichment regardless of their age, social or ethnic background, or physical capacities. Overall, the greatest satisfaction comes from seeing clients reach self-actualization by gaining strength, confidence and empowerment to confront their own inner conflicts "for we all smile in the same language".

Does it feel like you're floundering in a place you don't recognize? Do you feel alone? Are you dealing with issues that you never imagined you would be dealing with? Are you new to Canada? Life often doesn't play out the way we expect and those whammies can throw us off course in a split second. Reaching out for support is the first step to getting back on track.

ARE YOU FACING: STRESS , STRUGGLING WITH UNDERSTANDING THE STRESSORS OF YOUR DAYS **Are you ready to take the path towards HEALING & WELLBEING ? What may be preventing you from getting there? What ideas and beliefs about yourself and your life are behind all that you are facing? How would you feel taking a approach of discovery through a self loving lens. How would you feel without the weight your are currently carrying on your own? These are some questions to consider. Let us walk together towards a more effective happier future of freedom from the struggle of day to day challenges. I am here to help you every step of the way!

I would love to hear your stories and explore strategies together to make the best out of your life! I have 20+ years of clinical social work and counselling / psychotherapy experiences in Ontario in helping people in various ages and challenges. Sessions are available for weekday evenings and weekends. I now offer couples counselling. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　あなたの人生を、より生きやすく、より充実したものにするためのお手伝いをさせてください。オンタリオで20年以上の経験を持つ、クリニカルソーシャルワーカー、カウンセラー、サイコセラピスト。カップル・カウンセリングも提供いたします。

My clients come to see me for a variety of issues. Intimacy and sexuality issues such as pelvic pain, low desire, lack of arousal, premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, infertility stress, aversions, perinatal/postpartum difficulties and unconsummated marriage are common and highly treatable. Life changes such as menopause, or medical side effects such as cancer treatments or various medications can affect sexual desire and performance. I work with the couple to strengthen their relationship and increase sexual satisfaction.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges, struggling to navigate through difficult emotions, or seeking a safe space to explore and grow? I'm Jamie, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the CRPO, and I'm here to support you on your journey towards healing and self-discovery. In my practice, I truly believe you have the inherent resilience and self-knowledge to overcome your difficulties; what may be missing is a supportive and empathetic environment in which you can feel safe enough to explore these parts of yourself.

Are you struggling with past traumas, depression, anxiety, and/or low self-esteem? At times life’s stressors and struggles can get in the way of us feeling joy. My goal as a psychotherapist is to walk by your side as you explore issues that may be holding you back from feeling your best. As your therapist, I will provide a safe space for you to explore who you are and who you want to be. I believe we must care as much for our soul as we do our body. As your therapist, I will provide a safe space for you to explore who you are and who you want to be. I believe we must care as much for our soul as we do our body.

Using a contemporary and highly personalized approach to therapy, the Therapists at Niagara on the Lake Counselling offer individuals – across the lifecycle – a safe, respectful and inclusive space where they are supported and heard.

Are you a highly sensitive person struggling with mood regulation and/or an anxious attachment style? You may struggle with anxiety, high stress levels, and maintaining stable relationships. Criticism or conflict might hit you harder than it does others. Endless arguments over the same issue and ineffective communication hurts both you and your partner. Past grievances often resurface, intensifying the conflict. You're sensitive to any signs of perceived distance or disinterest from your partner, which can trigger feelings of anxiety and insecurity. You long for emotional stability, and a sense of connection yet fear intimacy.

Getting through long days and restless nights is often challenging and overwhelming. Feeling sad and alone? Lost and troubled? I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Join me in a supportive, compassionate, and safe space so we can take the journey together to rediscover your true self. With the right approach in the comfort of your own home, these daily battles can be overcome. Together we will find the right approach for you so that growth will occur in many positive ways. I work with adults of all ages. My modalities are mindfulness and acceptance cognitive behavior therapy and art therapy.

Establishing an environment where clients feel safe to share their story is of paramount importance. My approach to therapy is from a trauma-informed lens, a person-centered approach, and by utilizing evidence based modalities. I have experience journeying with clients from diverse backgrounds and with those who have experienced trauma, complex trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and with patients and their families in an in-patient setting. I am an integrationist, because I believe that therapy is not a one size fits all approach.

Je parle français - I am a bilingual psychotherapist fluent in both English and French. My passion lies in working with BIPOC individuals, providing support and guidance as they navigate the complexities of trauma-related issues. With a focus on adult clients, I specialize in addressing a range of traumatic experiences, including childhood trauma, childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, and more.

Change, growth, challenges, and transitions are inevitable, unavoidable, and often completely unexpected in life resulting in small traumas that can still cause significant distress in daily functioning. A part of being human involves having perceived “demons” in our closets or events we experienced in our past or childhood that may impact our present-day functioning. You may have unintentionally learned that repressing or not talking about these small traumas is the “appropriate” way to cope but it may not be working resulting in you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, upset, and like you are spinning out of control.

By the time they get to counselling, most clients have been struggling with their issues for a while, and are feeling helpless and often hopeless. I specialize in helping clients identify clear goals, and in developing effective treatment plans. I assess the strenghts and areas of concern. This process is helpful because clients have often lost sight of their strenghts and consequently feel discouraged. By identifying client strengths, positive feelings start to return aand symptoms start to lift.