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Photo of Tara Syed - Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Photo of Tara Syed - Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker

Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1S
Let's Connect (289) 210-7364
Photo of Tara Syed - Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
If you are struggling with relationship difficulties, family conflict, anger issues, worried about being successful at school, work or in life due to attention, focus, learning or executive functioning difficulties, if you struggle with body image, self-esteem, and confidence issues. If you are trying to build your life after a breakup or after being in an abusive relationship. If you are trying to get control over your life, struggle with anxiety, mood swings, depression. If you feel low in motivation, low energy , school problems, grief, loss and bereavement issues, family break up, Do you want to feel happy, content & satisfied?
I am a registered social worker and psychotherapist practicing in the Greater Toronto Area. Since 15 years I am providing individual, group and family counselling to children, adolescents, youth & adults. I am passionate about helping people through education, creating self-awareness, building capacity, self empowerment. I also speak Urdu, Hindi & Gujarati
I realize that seeking help is not easy, you may feel hesitant, unsure, confused and conflicted. However, this maybe the best decision you could take to help alleviate your problems. My approach is client centered. I meet clients' at wherever they are in their lives. Clients find me warm, accommodating, non judgmental, genuine, respectful, and supportive.
Call or Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services now for a free 15 minute consultation - (289) 210-7364

Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services

Scarborough, ON M1S

(289) 210-7364
We are accepting new referrals for in person appointments. Same day/ evening/ weekend appointments are available
I specialize in Anxiety, Anger Management and Child 
$175 Per Session  
Let's Connect (289) 210-7364
Photo of Tara Syed - Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker

Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services

Scarborough, ON M1S

(289) 210-7364
We are accepting new referrals for in person appointments. Same day/ evening/ weekend appointments are available
I specialize in Anxiety, Anger Management and Child 
$175 Per Session  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Pay by Cash, Cheque, Wire
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We accept cash, check and e-transfer. We provide an invoice at the end of each session. Most insurance companies cover counseling & therapy.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 210-7364
Photo of Tara Syed - Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
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We accept cash, check and e-transfer. We provide an invoice at the end of each session. Most insurance companies cover counseling & therapy.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 210-7364
Photo of Tara Syed - Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Qualifications

    Registered Social Worker: Tara Syed

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Tara Syed
  • In Practice for 19 Years
  • Certificate from OASW 15484 / 2019
  • Attended India , Masters Degree in Social Work, Graduated 2005
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I hold a Masters Degree in Social Work from India and accredited by CASW. I am practicing as a psychotherapist in Toronto since 2005.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 210-7364
Photo of Tara Syed - Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
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I hold a Masters Degree in Social Work from India and accredited by CASW. I am practicing as a psychotherapist in Toronto since 2005.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 210-7364
Photo of Tara Syed - Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Anger Management
  • Child

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Antisocial Personality
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Autism
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Child and Adolescent mental health
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eating Disorders
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Hoarding
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Obesity
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Weight Loss
  • Women health , Race, Gender and Identity
  • Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? or (289) 210-7364
Photo of Tara Syed - Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (289) 210-7364
Photo of Tara Syed - Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Communities

Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Black
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Gujarati
Hindi
Punjabi
Urdu

Religion

Muslim

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Communities

Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Black
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Gujarati
Hindi
Punjabi
Urdu

Religion

Muslim

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (289) 210-7364
Photo of Tara Syed - Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (289) 210-7364
Photo of Tara Syed - Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Location

Primary Location

Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services

Scarborough, ON M1S

(289) 210-7364

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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We are accepting new referrals for in person appointments. Same day/ evening/ weekend appointments are available
Call for a free consultation now - (289) 210-7364
Photo of Tara Syed - Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
"
We are accepting new referrals for in person appointments. Same day/ evening/ weekend appointments are available
Call for a free consultation now - (289) 210-7364
Photo of Tara Syed - Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Optima Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW