Shazia Arif
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Oshawa, ON L1K
Let's Connect (289) 216-6829
As a South Asian Muslim woman, I have had the privilege of seeing the world through those identities and gained a deep understanding of the systems in play. I support individuals navigate through the struggles they experience in identity, relationships, emotional regulation, self-esteem, anxiety and other mental health issues. I also work with challenges related to faith, spirituality, cultural differences, and discrimination. If you can relate to these struggles and are looking for a way to navigate through this, I would be happy to create an environment that promotes growth and work towards a positive outcome.
Many therapeutic approaches are conducted through a western lens, in my work, I use my lived experience as a POC, and immigrant to bring a balance to those approaches. I understand the importance of working with a therapist that is familiar with cultural nuances, and I hope to work alongside with my clients to understand theirs and work through the issues.
My work with you can help you navigate the difficult nuances of life with the right tools. Our therapeutic space will be open to reflection, empathy, and no judgement. Using an outlook embodied by my experiences and multiple modalities, I hope to support and work together to empower you to bring the change you hope for.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $165
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 216-6829
Shazia Arif
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by Province of Ontario / 11107 Supervised by Dharshini Chanderbhan (Ontario / 003284) Shazia Arif
- In Practice for 3 Years
- Degree/Diploma from University of Toronto Bachelors of Science (Hons) / 2017
- Attended Yorkville University, Degree, Graduated 2022
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (289) 216-6829
Shazia Arif
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Self Esteem
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Antisocial Personality
- Behavioural Issues
- Body Positivity
- Cancer
- Career Guidance
- Coping Skills
- Cultural Identity
- Depression
- Divorce
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infertility
- Infidelity
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- School Issues
- Sleep or Insomnia
- South Asian Mental Health
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (289) 216-6829
Shazia Arif
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Aviation Professionals ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Mother
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Hindi ,
Urdu
Religion
Muslim
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Aviation Professionals ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Mother
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Hindi ,
Urdu
Religion
Muslim
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (289) 216-6829
Shazia Arif
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Location
Call for a free consultation now - (289) 216-6829
Shazia Arif
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA