Sean Sharokhnia, MA., C.Psych.

Ms Sharkourianfard’s clinical work includes counselling for trauma, stress, anxiety and depression. She is specialized in treating psychological challenges using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy.

Alina believes we can deliver our best when we have the right skills. Her approach to psychotherapy focuses on equipping clients with the right skills to navigate through life and overcoming any barriers to recovery to achieve the best that they want to achieve in each aspect of their life. Alina has a Master's in Clinical Psychology and two decades of experience in supporting clients from all walks of life with a wide variety of mental health concerns.  She works from an eclectic, client centred, trauma -informed strength-based approach with the goals that the client desires to achieve through therapy.

Alison is deeply passionate about improving the lives of those in her community; she has worked and volunteered with everything from women’s shelters to suicide prevention programs for over 20 years. She has a special interest in working with first responders living with PTSD, which she treats with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and a hands-on approach of in-vivo exposure or imaginary exposure therapy. Alison holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and a Master’s in Clinical Behavioural Sciences and has specialized training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy which includes CBT, MBCT and DBT. She is also trained in reconsolidation therapy (also known as the Brunet method) that heals emotional memory. Alison loves the work she does and believes that you have the power to change your life – you just need to know how.

Caitlin believes in flexibility within the counselling process and that each person is unique and should have the opportunity to engage in the healing process in a way that is meaningful and authentic to them as an individual. Caitlin is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and completed a Master’s degree from Martin Luther Seminary focusing on spiritual care and psychotherapy. She also engages in ongoing training in various areas on a regular basis.

Chris is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), with experience in individual therapy, residential addiction treatment, and assessment settings. Chris works with adults and adolescents with a variety of concerns, including: injury and chronic pain, depression, anxiety and panic, stress management, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, self-esteem, and more. In a warm and compassionate space, our therapy will integrate principles from cognitive behavioural (CBT), cognitive processing therapy (CBT), humanistic, and Adlerian schools.

Ian strives to provide his clients with the respect and support they deserve as they examine their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Together, you’ll develop new strategies to help you achieve a greater sense of peace and fulfilment. Ian obtained a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville. As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Ian has helped clients dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, chronic pain, physical disability, trauma, and obsessive-compulsive tendencies, among other issues. His primary modalities of treatment have included Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Narrative Therapy.

Kelly has worked extensively with first responders for over 25 years.  She was a Trauma Manager with oversight of national and global response for a national EAP and Team Lead for their clinical operations at 9/11.  While maintaining a presence for over a year in NY, Kelly led a team of officers from Peel Regional Police to work with the NYPD. Kelly has continued to provide training and consultation to emergency service personnel and their peer teams along with psychotherapy practice dedicated to first responders and front line healthcare providers.  She is a certified EMDR therapist and an instructor in Critical Incident Stress Management with the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation. She is a graduate of the University of British Columbia and McGill, and is currently a PhD student at the University of Windsor.  She is currently completing a study of the incidence of PTSD in nursing through the Faculty of Nursing at Memorial University.  In addition, she developed and delivers mental health education to new graduate nursing hires at SickKids as well as a family workshop for their partners/families. She has two publications and three currently under peer review with journals.

Lana is a registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals through trauma, grief, stress management, pain management, addiction, PTSD, depression and anxiety. Lana uses a person-centered, trauma-informed, collaborative approach and seeks to provide a safe, welcoming environment for you to share your thoughts and feelings.

Mina Asrar is a Registered Psychotherapist with a Master's degree in Psychology. Since the beginning of her practice in 2001, Mina has extensively provided support for individuals suffering from motor vehicle accidents, workplace injuries, chronic pain and family and marital problems. Mina has specifically worked with individual who have adverse experiences such as harassment, abusive relationships, and workplace harassment. She is particularly has experience of working with individuals with complex trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, adjustment related problems. Mina is passionate about working with individuals closely as a team and her work approach is to explore and understand client’s life problems and their emotional system. The therapeutic approaches she utilized are evidence based and leaning towards cognitive behaviour therapy, cognitive processing therapy and dialectical behaviour therapy.

Natalia is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), social worker, and life coach. She has a comprehensive educational foundation in Gestalt Psychotherapy, which focuses on awareness, mindfulness, confidence, and emotional freedom; Natalia seeks to help her clients become the best that they can be by emphasizing personal responsibility and focusing on their experience in the present moment. Her goal is to help you with sincere support and compassion.

Negar has been providing psychotherapy services for several years in a warm, safe, and supportive environment. Negar hold a Master of Art in Psychology and is a Registered Psychotherapist, Negar helping individuals to overcome psychological difficulties such a depression, anxiety, phobias, trauma, PTSD, grief, low self-esteem, and interpersonal relationship challenges.

Ms. Ghazban is a Registered Psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience working in a variety of mental health settings. Her approach to therapy is holistic, strength-based and client-centered. With a warm, nonjudgmental and culturally sensitive approach, Ms. Ghazban supports her clients’ uniqueness and strengths to create changes that improve their lives. She grounds herself in scientific research and works with individuals to foster the powerful mind-body connection in order to regain a sense of balance and wellbeing. Ms. Ghazban is equally passionate about teaching psychology and works as a Sessional Professor at Raymond Chang School for Continuing Education at Ryerson University, as well as a Psychological Consultant. She also enjoys travelling and spending time with her husband and children. Ms. Ghazban is a licensed member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). She received her Doctorate and Master’s degree in Psychological Science from Ryerson University, and obtained her undergraduate degree from McMaster University. Ms. Ghazban completed her Post-Doctoral internship at Atlanta Psychological Services, conducting psychological assessments on children and adults. She also worked with individuals suffering from substance use disorders and opioid dependencies at North Fulton Treatment Center, in Atlanta, Georgia. Ms. Ghazban has a wide range of interests and experience working with individuals with chronic pain and other mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and substance use. She also empowers her clients to achieve their goals, and provides them with skills to cope with stress, relationship difficulties, building resilience, improve their self-esteem and quality of life.

Rob is in his second year as a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). His approach to psychotherapy is based in careful listening and tuning into each client's unique story, capacity for insight and change. He brings a proficiency for working with emotional disturbances and unravelling long-standing psychological knots for healing and growth. He is a graduate of Yorkville University with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP).

Suzanne has over 25 years of experience providing employers & employees with crisis intervention, case management, and critical incident stress defusing and debriefing. She is a Registered Psychotherapist and Internationally Certified EMDR Therapist, focusing on the areas of traumatic stress injuries, traumatic loss and bereavement, depression, and anxiety. Suzanne works primarily with front-line uniformed individuals, and has in-depth training in many aspects of trauma. She views herself as a lifetime learner and is continually seeking further specialization and mastery to better help her clients. She is a member of the Psychotherapy Board of Ontario, Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals, and EMDR International.

Alexander’s approach to therapy is to meet you where you are and help you find your ground in connecting and sharing difficult moments. He uses diverse therapeutic approaches - such as solution-focused, cognitive-behavioural, and emotions-focused - to help clients feel comfortable in the daunting process of seeking help. Alexander has received a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and works with anxiety, depression, trauma, and couples/familial issues. A safe place to explore your inner world A place to work through emotions/experiences A place you feel you can belong without judgement Someone who is willing and able to work with, accept and also challenge you at times.

My name is Alisha Mann and I’m a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I have my Masters in Psychology (M.Psy) and have been practicing for over 8 years. I provide an eclectic approach to therapy with keeping in mind that therapy is not “one size fits all”. I attempt to keep up to date with new research and therapeutic models. I have experience and training with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Additionally, I have experience with solution focused therapy and mindfulness approaches to anxiety management. I work with individuals who have experienced trauma in one form or another (car accidents, job loss, work trauma, or personal trauma, etc.,). I have a particular interest in helping those experiencing chronic pain symptoms, depression, driver/passenger anxiety, general anxiety, and posttraumatic stress disorder.

Azar Farzinyasamy is a Registered Psychotherapist ( Ph.D. in Psychology ) With more than 12 years of experience in individual, couple, and family therapy, Walking beside adults, and adolescents clients with different mental health challenges, including Anxiety and Obsession, panic attack symptoms, chronic pain, depression, stress management, procrastination, communication difficulties, grief and loss, self-esteem, trauma, and PTSD symptoms.

Canan is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in various settings, including private clinics and Ontario school boards. Canan employs a variety of evidence-based frameworks in her practice that are tailored to individual needs and expectations. She believes that everyone has the ability to make positive changes in their lives, no matter what challenges they face. Canan focuses on finding strengths and moments of resilience, while also promoting self-discovery and personal growth. She values diversity and practices from an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive perspective. Canan holds a Master of Psychology Degree in Clinical and Counselling Psychology, and a Master of Education Degree in Educational Management and Supervision.

Homaira is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with 30 years’ experience working with individuals, couples, and families. She has experience in a range of clinical issues including depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, stress, and grief. Homaira’s approaches include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Reality therapy (RT). Homaira provides a welcoming environment, where clients are supported to comfortably address their concerns and discover new tools to achieve their goals.

Ionatan works with individuals, couples, and families, addressing core problems that affect you cognitively, emotionally and relationally. Using tools from various theoretical approaches, Ionatan provides a warm environment where you can feel safe, understood, and empowered to achieve your goals. He views each human being as a whole and pays attention to all your constitutive dimensions – physical, psychological, relational, existential and vocational.

In Denmark, Ms. Khatereh Razavi holds an M.A. in Clinical Psychology and is an Authorized Psychologist through the Danish Supervisory Board of Psychological Practice. In Ontario, she is a Registered Psychotherapist providing psychological assessment and therapy. Ms. Razavi has over 20 years of experience with individuals of varying geographical and cultural backgrounds. She believes strongly that each individual has unique needs and so, she uses a multifaceted approach with special focus on cognitive methods.

Mehdi is a Registered Psychotherapist with a Ph.D. in Philosophy and an M.A. in Counselling Psychology. He has also finished a two-year certificate in Trauma and Addiction Recovery Studies. Mehdi has experience in working with individuals, couples, and families. He is equipped with a number of therapeutic modules and interventions including EMDR, Hypnotherapy and DBT. He usually works within the narrative approach with a focus on the client’s unique assets and strengths. He helps his clients re-author their narratives and find effective ways towards improving their psychological wellbeing.

Ms. Leung is a trauma-informed Registered Therapist who has completed training in Vocal Psychotherapy, Trauma Counseling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. She has a keen interest in working with clients with communication, language, and social barriers. Ms. Leung was accredited as a Certified Music Therapist in 2013, and is currently working towards completing her masters degree in health management. She believes that when given the proper tools and support, clients can be empowered to recover and heal through the practice of self-exploration and compassion.

Nazanin Akbarian received her B.Sc. in Clinical Psychology in 2002, her master’s in Psychology in 2006, and her Ph.D. in Psychology in 2013. Her thesis was on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Nazanin has more than ten years of experience working with wide variety of mental health issues such as Depression, Anxiety disorders, PTSD and interpersonal issues. Nazanin has training and experience with a variety of treatment approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy and Mindfulness.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience working with individuals and their families who have experienced physical or psychological trauma in their lives. To assist clients in reaching their long- term and short-term goals, I use a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities and techniques that suits client’s individual needs. I have a PhD. in Psychology, Registered Psychotherapist with the CRPO (College Of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario) and a member of the Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals. I am also a registered Psychologist with the Board of Psychologist, Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Board of Psychology in State of Michigan.

Rashmi has known she was meant to help people ever since she was young, which led her to explore a variety of healing avenues. These experiences have culminated in Rashmi earning her Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) status. Rashmi continually strives to learn new techniques to bring healing to her clients. Rashmi utilizes a holistic approach in her practice, examining how all parts of your life interconnect, treating you as a whole person, rather than solely the issue you wish to change. Rashmi has training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, the Integrated Trauma and Attachment Treatment Model (ITATM) and utilizes a Person Centered Approach, believing each individual is deserving of empathy and respect. Rashmi also has a background in medicine, which puts her in a unique position to be able to understand what her clients are going through from a medical perspective as well.

Mrs. Sohaila Raees has more than 18 years of experience in clinical psychology. Dr. Raees has extensive experience of working in the mental health field and providing counseling to individuals and groups. She has worked in private clinical settings, as well as hospital rehabilitation programs. She uses an integrative treatment approach mainly utilizing Cognitive-behavioural, Insight-oriented, Interpersonal, Solution-focused, and Rational emotive therapies. Mrs. Raees holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology and is in the process of completing her registration with College of Registered Psychotherapists in Ontario (CRPO). Mrs. Raees’ experiences includes working with individuals having problems with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder; adjustment disorders, anger management, stress management pain disorders, and grief/bereavement issues. She has extensive experience of providing group based treatment to chronic pain patients.