Amallie is a Licensed Masters Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working in a variety of roles. She is a Toronto native and has graduated with a Masters in Social Work degree from the University of Toronto, a Bachelors of Social Work degree from the University of Windsor and a Bachelors of Arts with Honours degree from Queens University. She is licensed with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers as well as the State of Michigan and remains in good standing with both licensing bodies.

Amallie’s training and professional development is in the areas of: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gottman Marital Approach, Family Systems Therapy, Harm Reduction, Solutions Focused Therapy, Empowerment Model, Psychodynamic Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.

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I have completed a bachelor of Arts in Psychology from York University, a diploma in Child and Youth Care from George Brown College, and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. I work from an anti-oppressive and culturally responsive framework, and I strive to empower clients through a positive attitude, validation, compassion, and well-regarded interpersonal skills. I have extensive experience working in complex mental health settings, working with individuals and families to overcome barriers that prevent them from leading their best and most fulfilling lives. My approach is holistic, meaning that I utilize techniques from a wide array of therapeutic modalities. These include solution-focused therapy (SFT), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based strategies, motivational interviewing (MI), and collaborative problem solving (CPS). I utilize a strengths-based, client-centred, and trauma-informed approach to develop individualized and integrative treatment plans. I don’t believe in a one size fits all approach, so you can expect a treatment plan that is tailored to your needs and your goals.

Outside of the clinic, you can find me spending time with friends and family, reading, practicing mindfulness and working at a Day Treatment Program, where I provide therapy and service to youth and their families.

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Patricia Sebbag is a social worker with over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families and groups. Patricia has worked with clients in the community, acute health care settings, and long-term care as well. Patricia graduated with both a Bachelor and Master of Social work Degree from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec. She is a social worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Registered Social Workers and Social Service Workers, and with The Ontario Association of Social Workers.

Patricia has assisted clients, who have experienced challenges in the areas of depression, anxiety, work changes, immigration, palliative care, loss and grief, chronic pain management, family relationship conflicts, stress management, and trauma. She has worked extensively in the areas of health challenges, depression, anxiety, and chronic pain management.

Patricia’s training and professional development is in the areas of: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Based Practice, and Motivational Interviewing Techniques.

Patricia has extensive experience working in acute care hospitals (inpatient and outpatient services) and long-term care assisting patients and families recover from major life changes and due to sudden illness or chronic health challenges.

MY VALUES & BELIEFS

CLIENT FOCUSED Patricia is committed to providing client centered counselling focused on helping individuals achieve stated goals. The benefit of Goal Setting is to highlight and promote motivation and self-esteem. Patricia is dedicated to helping clients recognize their strengths and fostering confidence and self-awareness to achieve positive results and success.

CARING AND EMPATHETIC APPROACH Patricia believes in creating a caring and safe environment that encourages clients to share personal thoughts. She demonstrates kindness, empathy, support, and collaboration. She is respectful of clients’ choices and believes that clients are responsible for their own lives. Patricia helps empower and strengthen people to make choices for themselves, while pointing out the impact these choices can have on others around them. Ultimately, Patricia’s goal is to help clients feel empowered and able to improve their emotional well-being.

PROFESSIONAL, HIGHLY SKILLED, AND ATTENTIVE Patricia is a highly skilled professional who is passionate about her work. She demonstrates warmth, energy, and genuine interest in the well-being of her clients. Patricia draws from hr own life experiences as well as her clinical training to help validate clients’ concerns and challenges. She is down to earth, practical, and focused on helping achieve results. Her goal is to create a non-judgemental safe environment for clients to feel comfortable to explore the issues that arise.

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Hue Foo is currently a qualifying psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). She is also an authorized Naturopathic Doctor in the Province of Ontario and licensed naturopathic physician in the State of Vermont. She graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto and she also received dual master’s degrees in Psychological Counseling in Education (EdM) and Organizational Psychology (MA) from Columbia University in New York City.

Hue’s practice primarily focuses on evaluating, managing and optimizing mental and physical resiliency. She incorporates knowledge of modern, traditional and natural forms of treatment to provide individualized care. The primary natural therapies Hue uses in her practice includes botanical medicine, clinical nutrition, traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture, and lifestyle counselling. Hue believes that in order to achieve and maintain optimal health it is necessary to attain equilibrium by understanding the interactions and inseparable connections between the mind and the body. Hue’s passion is promoting patient health education, disease prevention and furthering the development of integrated health care.

Hue is a current member of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors and the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors as well as an associate member of the American Psychological Association.

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Kimia is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in good standing with the CRPO and holds two master’s degrees: one in Counseling and Psychotherapy from the University of Toronto and the other in Clinical Psychology from Azad University. She has extensive clinical experience working in private practice as well as in hospital and outpatient settings. Kimia completed her clinical training at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), providing Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds with complex mental health needs.

Kimia specializes in working with individuals and families on relational issues, anxiety, depression, addictive behaviours, low self-esteem, grief, and trauma. Kimia’s approach is client-centered and integrative. She draws from Psychodynamic Therapy, DBT, EFT, CBT and Existential Therapy. In sessions with Kimia, you will experience a warm, safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore issues, process difficult emotions, deepen your understanding of yourself and move toward your therapeutic goals.

Having lived for several years across North America, Europe and Asia, Kimia has worked with clients from various ethno-cultural backgrounds and has developed a sensitivity to diversity-related issues. Kimia is inclusive of all identities and works collaboratively with clients to develop treatment plans that are tailored to their unique set of personal values and needs.

Kimia believes in both the power of insight-oriented as well as skills-based therapies and strives to keep a balance of helping clients develop insight and awareness into their past and unconscious processes as well as equipping them with effective skills to add to their toolbox.

Kimia provides services in English and Persian.

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Niles has been practicing as a therapist since 2014, working with adults, youth and families. He has worked in community agencies, university settings, and private clinics, and has supervised graduate-level interns in brief, walk-in and ongoing counselling.

Specialty: Supporting individuals to deepen their coping and emotional expression around issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, communication issues, life transitions, grief and loss, and self-esteem. Working with people who would like to improve their communication skills and emotional expression, and develop new ways to strengthen their relationships.

Approach: Niles uses an integrated approach adapted to each individual’s unique circumstances, meeting people where they find themselves in the moment. His approach draws from emotion-focused, psychodynamic, relational-attachment based therapies, through a client centred, strength-based and solution-focused lens. Niles is grounded in anti-oppressive, anti-racist, and trauma-informed practices, offering an open-minded outlook towards well-being.

Perspective: Niles believes we share many commonalities in the ways we search for meaning, identity, contentment, personal satisfaction, and authentic living. He views therapy as an opportunity to develop tools and skills, and practice new ways of behaving and relating in a safe environment

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Sonia is a psychotherapist with 16 years of experience in the field of mental health. Sonia is currently a registered psychotherapist with CRPO and in good standing with the college. She has a Master of Counselling in Counselling Psychology from the University of Athabasca. She has had the pleasure of working with families, couples and youth in a clinical setting for many years.

Sonia works from a holistic and strength-based approach and integrates various health and wellness models into her practice. She has studied cognitive behavioural techniques combined with positive psychology interventions, solution-focused interventions, mindfulness techniques, attachment theory, and incorporates elements of health and well-being when working with individuals and families.

A holistic approach truly allows Sonia to target all aspects of a person’s life, and from her experience, this approach lends to the most successful and transformative therapeutic results.

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Kate is a dedicated psychotherapist and O.C.S.W.S.S.W. registered social service worker with a heart for helping others navigate the complexities of their minds and emotions. With several years of experience as a psychotherapist in private practice, Kate has honed her expertise in a variety of therapeutic approaches, making her a beacon of hope for individuals grappling with ADHD, addiction, anxiety and eating disorders. Kate also brings over a decade of experience working in social services helping individuals with intellectual disabilities, the homeless and in long term care. Her therapy sessions, guided by her deep empathy and understanding, are a blend of humanistic and strength-based methodologies, skillfully integrated with psychodynamic, mindfulness, trauma-informed, cognitive behavioral, existential, and somatic practices to create a holistic and tailored healing experience. For Kate, psychotherapy is more than just a profession; it’s a calling she discovered early in life. Her motivation is deeply rooted in the profound transformations she witnesses in her clients, from struggle to flourishing, which she finds incredibly fulfilling. Kate’s educational journey is a testament to her commitment to her profession. She holds a master’s level diploma in Existential-Integrative Psychotherapy from the Living Institute, and graduated with an honors bachelor’s degree in family and community social services from the University of Guelph Humber. She also carries a Social Service Worker Diploma from Humber College.

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Aidan works with clients faced with challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief/loss, chronic pain, and major life transitions. His therapeutic approach is client-centred and combines emotion-focused and solution-focused methodologies. Aidan customizes his therapy sessions for each individual client based on their unique background, values, and presenting concerns. As a result, his approach draws on a range of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Humanistic therapy, and Psychodynamics.

Aidan is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). His training includes a soon-to-be completed Master’s degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy. He previously completed a Bachelor of Arts (Honors) degree focused on psychology and counselling at the University of Western Ontario.

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Christine is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over twenty years’ experience working in multiple settings, including Inpatient Facilities, Psychiatric Emergency Rooms, Mobile Crisis, Psychotherapy in a Private Practice, Clinical Director for a Community-Based Agency and a Director at the New York State Office of Mental Health. Christine received her Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University, NYC in 2002, a certificate in CBT training from the Beck Institute, Philadelphia PA, in 2008 and a Post Masters Certificate in Integrated Primary Care and Behavioral Health from New York University, NYC in 2014. She is a registered Social Worker (RSW) in good standing with the Ontario College of Registered Social Workers and Social Service Workers and with the Ontario Association of Social Workers. She is also licensed in the State of New York as a Clinical Social Worker with Psychotherapy privileges. Christine’s area of clinical expertise includes working with individuals, couples, and groups, on issues related to anxiety, anger, depression, relationships, bereavement and neurodiversity. She draws from a variety of approaches, including CBT, Mindfulness, and Psychodynamic Therapy.

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Kelly has been a member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers since 2009, is a Registered Social Worker, and has remained in good standing throughout this time. She has a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto, as well as an Honors Bachelors Degree in Social Work from Toronto Metropolitan University. Kelly has professional experience working with individuals and couples through her roles in both post-secondary and community mental health organizations.

Kelly’s training and professional development is in the areas of: Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Counselling, and Emotion-Focused Counselling. Kelly has assisted clients with depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, loss and grief, low self-esteem, chronic health issues, stress management, gender identity, sexual orientation and trauma. She welcomes those who identify as LGBTQ2S+ and strives to create a safe space for all clients.

My Values & Beliefs

Client Centered Kelly is committed to client centered counselling and considers client concerns within the greater context of their lives. Kelly and her clients work together to set goals for therapy and find solutions that are mutually agreed upon. She believes clients have many strengths, which can be used to assist them in achieving their therapeutic goals.

Inclusivity Kelly strives to be inclusive of individuals from diverse backgrounds and is committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all clients. She is non-judgmental, respectful, empathetic, warm, and recognizes that individual clients have had their own unique life experiences.

Life Long Learning Kelly is passionate about her education in Mental Health and will continue to study evidence-based therapies, as they are relevant to her interests and client concerns. She is also committed to advocating for equality in and outside the therapy office and is continually learning new ways to do so.

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Sarah is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and a certified play and creative arts therapist with Play Therapy Canada and Play Therapy International. She holds a postgraduate diploma in Play Therapy from Adler Graduate School in Toronto and an MA in Practice-Based Play Therapy from Leeds Beckett University, UK. Recently, Sarah completed several courses in the Master’s of Psychology program at Adler as a student-at-large, enhancing her insight into working with all age groups.

Sarah has a strong interest in mental health and its connection to the entire body and nervous system. She introduced the Slow, Grounded, and Improvised (SGI) method in a graduate research paper, which combines these elements to guide her psychotherapy sessions towards overall wellness. Sarah is trauma-informed and has completed several graduate presentations on ADHD, anxiety disorders, PMDD, learning disabilities, pharmacology, and personality disorders.

My Approach

Customized Treatment: Play therapy is effective for children facing depression, grief, social adjustments, trauma, cognitive or speech difficulties, fear and anxiety, abuse, aggression, attachment difficulties, autism, chronic illness, disability, and parental separation or divorce.

Empowering Through Play and Creative Arts Therapy: Sarah uses therapeutic play to help children and adults express and process their emotions, memories, and fears. Her goal is to empower clients by enabling them to explore repressed thoughts and emotions through their unconscious. She draws on Sand Tray, Clay, Drawing, Creative Visualization, Movement, Mindfulness, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy.

Trauma-Informed Approach: Sarah’s practice is informed by her extensive training in trauma. She addresses trauma related to various disorders, understanding that traumatic experiences can impact conditions such as ADHD, anxiety disorders, PMDD, learning disabilities, and personality disorders. Her trauma-informed care helps clients process and heal from these experiences.

Strength-Based: Sarah’s focus in her practice is to use therapy as a powerful tool to help clients achieve their best potential.

Multi-Sensory and Individualized Approach: Sarah’s philosophy embraces a multi-sensory approach and out-of-the-box thinking. She believes that each child, adolescent, and adult deserves an individualized treatment plan and therapeutic aim. Every person’s case conceptualization is unique, and Sarah integrates various modalities within a single session. For instance, she may combine Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with art or drama, tailoring the approach to the client’s needs and with their consent.

Sarah is passionate about her work and views it as an integrative approach involving collaboration with other health professionals if needed.

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Hannah Esmaili is the founder and a psychotherapist at Counselling 2 Wellness. She received a Masters of Social work from York University in 2008, then went on to obtain a Masters of Counselling Psychology from The Ontario Institute of Studies in Education at University of Toronto in 2015. Her experience provided her with a wide range of knowledge which includes conducting psychological assessments, providing therapy, and facilitating groups with individuals experiencing mental illness. She has completed Complex Trauma Certification Training and is a certified Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II (CCTP-II). She has primarily worked with outpatient youth and adults whom experience psychosocial issues. She draws from an emotion-focused, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, Gottman couple’s method and a sensorimotor paradigm in her work with clients.

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