As a clinical therapist, he is committed to the values of equality, compassion, and acceptance for all individuals. He works from an anti-oppression, biopsychosocial framework in every circumstance, ensuring a comprehensive and inclusive approach. With effective interpersonal skills and fluency in both Farsi and English, he is well-equipped to support clients from diverse backgrounds.

His credentials include registration as a psychotherapist (RP) and current enrollment in the Doctor of Education (Ed.D) program in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy at the University of Toronto. Additionally, He holds a master’s degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Iranian universities.

With over 20 years of experience serving clients of all ages, he empowers individuals to overcome emotional and psychological barriers, guiding them towards their personal goals. He provides confidential, non-judgmental, non-discriminatory, and culturally sensitive counselling services. His approach is informed by trauma-informed, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive principles, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all clients. And he tailors his approach to meet the unique needs and preferences of each client, often integrating multiple modalities to ensure the most effective support.

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Aida is a compassionate and skilled psychotherapist qualifyig with over 10 years of experience in providing mental health support to diverse populations. Holding a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Yorkville University, Aida specializes in treating mental health disorders. Her expertise encompasses evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

She is adept at crisis intervention, risk assessment, and supporting clients in achieving their goals through personalized treatment plans. Her clinical experience includes managing cases related to PTSD, anxiety, and depression, as well as providing guidance for families navigating significant challenges. Aida is known for her dedication to holistic and client-centered care, leveraging her strong documentation, interpersonal, and cultural competency skills. Beyond therapy, Aida is committed to professional development and community engagement, regularly participating in workshops and networking events to support newcomers and enhance her clinical expertise. English and Arabic

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Education and Approaches:

Homa Ansari is in the process of registering with the College of Psychologists of Ontario and holds a post doctoral in the field of family counseling from Canada. Has a certificate of Imago therapy from Imago Relationships North America and a certificate of eclectic approach from Oxford UK .Homa’s clinical experience is about child and family counselling over 25 years’ . She publish some books about Creative child, bully child, Children’s disorders, Stress of athletes and two books about increasing children’s self-confidence and parenting, which is in the pre-print stage.

Specialized:

Homa has experience working with clients with various concerns, including but not limited to:

Depression Anxiety Trauma Childhood trauma Grief Self-Esteem Stress-Management Couple Therapy Newcomer and Refugee related challenges Relational Issues Forensic Counselling

Approaches:

integrative approach to therapy utilizing several well-researched and highly recommended approaches including:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Imago Therapy Acceptance and commitment Therapy (ACT) Gestalt Therapy Schema Therapy (ST) Eclectic Therapy Play Therapy

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Reza Eskandari is a Registered Psychotherapist (RPQ) from the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). A description of Reza’s years of experience in psychiatry, counselling, and psychotherapy is as follows:

Board Certified Psychiatrist (Iran) and International Medical Graduate (WES). Post-Doc Fellow Harvard Medical School, Counsellor-Psychotherapist, USA (Massachusetts), 2008-2012. Master of Arts in Counselling and Psychotherapy (MACP), Yorkville University (Practicum). Operating as a Bio Psycho Social Behavioral Analyst, Reza’s approach is rooted in a profound desire to understand and collaboratively assist clients by delving into the biological, psychological, and socio-community factors underlying the pain they are grappling with. Leveraging his expertise, Reza incorporates CBT, SFT, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to aid clients dealing with emotional, interpersonal, or traumatic challenges, enabling them to address their concerns effectively.

Reza Eskandari is a writer and researcher in mental health, psychiatry, and Autism. His publications have garnered tangible citations, a testament to the impact of his work and its ongoing influence.

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Farveh Jafaie is in the process of registering with the College of Psychotherapist of Ontario with a Master’s degree in Psychology and over six years of successful experience in the field of psychotherapy in both her home country and Canada. She has worked as a conflict resolution consultant in court and as a family counselor in high schools,She also has over six years of experience in psychotherapy at counseling centers. Additionally, Farveh has experience working with a non-profit mental health agency in Canada.

She has a successful track record in personal counseling, couples therapy, and family therapy. Farveh has specifically worked on issues related to anxiety, depression, and post-migration stress in Canada. She has also facilitated group therapy sessions and conducted workshops on mental health in both English and Farsi. Farveh utilizes an integrative approach and prefers to select and combine various methodologies based on the client’s personality and the specific issues at hand, ultimately aiming to restore peace and well-being to her clients’ lives.

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Solmaz is a registered social worker with a Masters of Social Work and has over 12 years experience working in diverse settings such as hospitals, mental health agencies, non-profit organizations and the private sector. In her work, she supports adults and youth who have experienced or are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, confusion, anger management issues, suicidal ideation, relationship conflicts, difficulty in communication, grief, low self-esteem and self-confidence, and domestic violence.

She also has experience over the past 9 years of working with newcomers with mental health challenges, conducting assessments, and implementing treatment plans. She teaches clients to apply new coping strategies to help reduce the stress and anxiety of their settlement journey.

She also works closely with members of the LGBTQ+ community as well as those living with HIV+. She focuses on anti-oppressive and anti-racist approaches as well as recovery model.

Languages: English Farsi

Approaches:

Solmaz implements an integrative approach to therapy utilizing several well-researched and highly recommended approaches including:

Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness-based Therapy (MBCT) Strength-Based Therapy Trauma-informed Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

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Ghaffar (Shaahin) Malek Khosravi graduated with a PhD in Clinical Psychology and has over 20 years of international experience in the field. In his professional history, he has worked in clinics and hospitals connected with universities and private practice. His work included teaching university courses and supervising master and doctorate students in psychology and counselling. Aside from his research on family function and music therapy, he has also participated in research on neurotherapy. He has primarily worked with couples and families, using modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, the Gottman approach, and solution-focused therapy. Additionally, he has helped many individuals with anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders through eclectic approaches such as CBT, act, mindfulness, schema therapy, short-term dynamic psychotherapy, narrative therapy, and reality therapy.

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Ameneh Samareh (Mira) Mirahmadi is a dedicated Registered Psychotherapist (qualifying) who holds a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and an Honors Bachelor of Child Development degree. Mira expertly synthesizes diverse therapeutic methodologies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Child-Parent Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT).

Her compassionate practice centers on empowering children, youth, and families grappling with cognitive, social, emotional, and behavioral complexities. Mira adeptly addresses a spectrum of challenges, encompassing Parent-Child Conflict and Attachment Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Fears, Phobias, Obsessions, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), social Skills Challenges within the autism context, and Learning Disorders (LD).

Notably, Mira possesses extensive proficiency in Autism intervention, employing Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), Early Intervention strategies, and Individual Program Plans (IPP), alongside Registered Behavioural Technique (RBT) application. She is also well-versed in Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) methodologies, thereby adeptly navigating Nonviolent Crisis Intervention scenarios.

Drawing upon over a decade of education in child development and a cumulative 25+ years of nurturing children during their formative years, Mira couples her profound insights with a master’s degree in counselling psychology.

With enthusiasm, Mira eagerly anticipates offering personalized one-on-one and group support to children, youth, and families, seamlessly weaving a tapestry of therapeutic modalities and comprehensive parental guidance.

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Karishma believes that everyone deserves quality mental health care, and she actively advocates it. She is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and a trained Psychiatrist from India with 5 years of experience working in the mental health field and in diverse settings such as hospitals, mental health agencies, and non-profit organizations. Her therapeutic approach is based on the client’s needs, which gives her the opportunity to work with clients from all walks of life. Karishma’s practice is based on fairness, inclusiveness, and equity for all.

Specialized: Karishma has experience working with clients with various concerns, including but not limited to: Depression Anxiety Grief Trauma Addiction

Approaches:

Karishma implements an integrative approach to therapy utilizing several well-researched and highly recommended approaches including:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness-based Therapy (MBCT) Rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT) Strength-Based Therapy Trauma-informed Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)

Acute and chronic psychiatric illness Low self-esteem and self-confidence Self-confidence and Self-esteem

Languages:

English Hindi Gujarati

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Samira is a Registered Psychotherapist with more than 15 years of experience working with adults and families. She holds a Masters In Clinical Psychology and is certified in Janina Fisher’s Clinical Trauma Professional Training Level 1 & 2 which gives Samira a particular appreciation of complex trauma.

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