Avista knows how intimidating and difficult it can be to reach out for help and take that first step towards personal growth and self-discovery. She is appreciative that she gets to accompany her clients during their personal journey. Avista works from a biopsychosocial framework. She understands that there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to therapy and aims to customize her approach according to each client and their individual needs. Avista has a great deal of experience supporting individuals who are struggling with addiction. Coming from an immigrant family, Avista is fluent in Farsi and understands how difficult it can be to navigate the cultural conflict one may experience when being raised in a different country. She hopes to provide clients with a safe, non-judgmental, and warm environment where they can share their story and experiences. Avista is currently completing her M.A in Counseling Psychology at Yorkville University. She also has a B.A Honours in Psychology from Trent University and a Graduate Certificate in Addictions and Mental Health from Durham College.

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Carla Diano is a Registered Psychotherapist that has completed a master’s degree in counselling psychology at Yorkville University. She works to provide clients a non-judgmental, safe environment to build a therapeutic relationship that encourages self-exploration and self-compassion necessary for positive change. She stands by the belief that clients are experts in their own lives and views her role as one of providing support and alternative perspective for the identification of maladaptive patterns of behavior that impact personal and professional functioning.

Carla utilizes a trauma-informed lens and evidence-based practices to help individuals and couples investigate the connection between thoughts and feelings, and the impact of these on actions as well as relationships. She seeks to help clients cultivate strengths and build self-worth while learning to overcome obstacles such as self-doubt and negative self-evaluations that get in the way of developing and reaching goals. Carla’s approach is integrative drawing from different therapeutic modalities including psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavior therapy and mindfulness, cognitive processing therapy, attachment-based therapy, relational therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, solution focused therapy, emotion focused therapy and compassion focused therapy.

Carla also holds a master’s degree in nutrition from the University of Toronto and has been a consulting dietitian for over 15 years. Throughout her career, she recognized the impact of mental health on eating behavior – understanding that trauma and conditions such as anxiety, mood changes, and stress all play a role. Wanting to do more for her clients and address these issues more effectively, she was inspired to pursue a career in psychology.

Carla is a professor at George Brown College where she enjoys supporting and mentoring students in pursuit of personal and professional goals. Outside of work and school, Carla enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She is a proponent of eating well, being physically active, and spending time in nature. Cooking and gardening provide a creative outlet for her own continued health and well-being.

Areas of Practice:

Relationships/Attachment Trauma Anxiety Depression Stress Poor Self-confidence Addiction Disordered Eating Burnout & Workplace Concerns Goal Setting Life Transitions Grief and Loss

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Cheyanne is an individual and couple’s therapist who utilizes a person-centered approach to provide warm and empathetic counselling services. Cheyanne works collaboratively with her clients to develops goals and create a therapeutic plan that is uniquely catered to the individual’s lifestyle. She has completed her Master of Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University and during her training has worked on various issues with clients including, anxiety, depression, cultural issues, relational issues, ADHD, and many more. Cheyanne has experience using cognitive behavioral therapy, emotionally focused therapy, the Gottman method, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, and dialectical behavioral therapy.

Her passion for counselling stems from her own experience dealing with anxiety, depression, and ADHD which motivates her to provide a safe, judgment free space in which clients are able to share their thoughts and experiences.

Outside work Cheyanne enjoys hiking, reading, travelling, and yoga, and is always looking for good book suggestions.

Education/Training

Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology Yorkville University Fredericton, NB

Bachelor of Arts in Health Studies and Gerontology McMaster University Hamilton, ON.

Special Interests

● Anxiety ● depression ● Fertility ● Cancer support ● Emotional Regulation ● Couples and & Interpersonal Issues ● Stress management ● PTSD ● cultural issues ● ADHD ● OCD

Professional Memberships

● Canadian Counseling and Psychotherapy Association (professional member) ● College of Registered Psychotherapists

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Wayne believes in the power of change and uses his personalized approach to engage his clients and assist them set realistic, and achievable goals for productive and active lifestyles. His enthusiastic and thoughtful demeanor puts clients at ease as he uses his dynamic listening skills and sense of humor to relate on a human level with each client and their specific experience. For the past 10 years Wayne’s primary focus in the private practice sector has led him to work extensively in public health, hospital and healthcare settings, community engagement, crisis, and trauma intervention.  Utilizing his master’s degree in Clinical Social Work along with his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Wayne has developed a plethora of therapeutic techniques and skills when supporting clients through couple therapy, addictions, conflict resolution, meditation, and pain management. Throughout his expansive career Wayne has been invited to attend conferences, workshop, write articles and engage in public speaking events. His last engagement prior to the pandemic was a closing speaker at The First Great Gulf Countries Conference for Comprehensive Geriatric Care, in Kuwait.

AREAS OF INTEREST AND EXPERTISE: Depression, Anxiety, Couple’s Therapy, Trauma, Addiction and Substance Misuse, Pain Behavior and Management Pain, Career Indecision, Life Stages and Development, Family dynamics, Elderly care and planning, and grieve and bereavement issues.

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As a therapist, HoYeung works with clients to help them better understand themselves and their unique experiences to foster insight, growth and healing. With cultural sensitivity in the forefront of his practice, he collaborates with his clients to cultivate awareness and mastery over their patterns of thought, emotion and behavior. He strives to build therapeutic relationships that are empathic, trusting and compassionate.

With 10 years of experience as an international recruiter in Hong Kong, advising IT, digital, management consulting and financial services hiring managers and candidates, HoYeung capitalizes on his understanding of how challenging it is to balance a demanding and competitive work life with a healthy, fulfilling and meaningful personal life, and uses this to deliver therapy tailored to the client’s specific circumstances. As a member of the digital generation, HoYeung’s practice integrates his experience with social media and screens (as well as the comparisons, frustrations and way of life they entail) into the therapy room when it is deemed relevant. His approach is integrative and adapted to the client’s needs, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-based approaches and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). He also integrates narrative, trauma-informed and Eastern perspectives on mental health into his practice. Outside of work, HoYeung enjoys cast drawing and drawing manga in pencil and ink.

HoYeung strives to actively listen and create a space where clients can understand themselves more, and be more understanding towards themselves. He is committed in helping clients connect with the present moment, assist them in building distance from their thoughts, emotions, identities, and to support them in their journey to creating a meaningful life in accordance with their values.

His psychotherapy services are offered in English and Cantonese.

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Rebecca is a Registered Social Worker with more than 10 years experience providing mental health services to families and organizations.

She is a skilled practitioner in numerous counselling modalities including CBT, DBT, EFFT, Positive Parenting and more.

Her areas of specialization include psychiatric disorders, family and couples therapy, and child/adolescent behaviors.

Rebecca works with her clients to find solutions and strategies that work best for them. She recognizes that each person’s journey is different and requires a custom plan of care that meets their own unique needs”.

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Jesse offers a client-centred approach to her practice, with an emphasis on client strengths and the development of a therapeutic relationship built on trust and centred in healing and growth. Jesse’s therapeutic approach is informed by evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, ACT and EFT, but is also adaptive and targeted to suit the individual needs of those that she works with. Jesse strives to create a connection that is authentic, nonjudgmental, and compassionate in order to collaborate with clients in working towards their goals and creating positive and meaningful change.

Jesse is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree from Wilfrid Laurier University and a professional background in medical education at the University of Toronto as well as experience in clinical social work at both SickKids Hospital and Women’s College Hospital.

Jesse is a mom to young twins and is enjoying a whole new parenthood adventure. When she has time, she loves trying new restaurants in the city, spending time in nature, relaxing, and finding the best cup of coffee.

Education/Training

Master of Social Work ,Wilfrid Laurier University Brantford, Ontario

Bachelor of Arts, Honours, Queens University Kingston, Ontario

Certifications

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Certification (Level 1) Wilfrid Laurier University

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Certification (Level 1) Wilfrid Laurier University

Foundations of Applied Mindfulness Meditation Certificate School of Continuing Studies, University of Toronto

Specialty Interests

● Anxiety

● Depression

● Relationship difficulties

● Career / life transitions

● Parenthood challenges

● Self-confidence

● Stress

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Brian offers a non-judgemental and safe environment to all his clients. He establishes a collaborative partnership with his clients based on trust and acceptance, both of which he believes are essential to foster the self-compassion necessary to bring about positive change. Person-Centered, Strength-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) are just some of the approaches Brian integrates into his practice. This integrative and eclectic approach to counseling enables Brian to employ the most tailored and effective approach for each client. Brian is an empathic and respectful person and these attributes shine through his counseling style.

Brian first attended Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador and completed his undergraduate degree in psychology. He is now completing his master’s degree in counselling psychology through Yorkville University.

Brian has extensive experience in the non-profit sector, having worked with various organizations focused on providing assistance and support for persons living with various physical and intellectual disabilities.

Since establishing himself in Toronto, Brian has gained extensive experience in the social services sector providing essential and therapeutic support for those most in need. Through Brian’s compassionate practice, non-judgemental approach and overall warmth he has a particular ability to connect with others and provide support for those who struggle with maintaining a healthy work/life balance, manage their stress levels or live with a variety of mental health issues, including addictions, grief or trauma.

In his spare time, Brian enjoys hiking and discovering cozy, local coffee houses. He always welcomes a good book recommendation.

Education/Training

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador

Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology Candidate Yorkville University Fredericton, New Brunswick

Certifications Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association Student Member

Speciality Interests Individual counselling LGBTQ+ counselling Depression Anxiety

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