We all need help sometimes. While asking for help isn’t always easy, the process of opening up can be transformative and deeply healing. Will recognizes the power that comes with openly and honestly discussing issues, identifying unique goals, and working as a team to address them in a non-judgemental and anti-oppressive environment. Will uses an authentic, genuine, and down-to-earth clinical approach to help clients address and ultimately move past issues towards more fulfilling, connected, and meaningful lives. Will feels strongly that therapy should not be one-size-fits-all, and he actively and continuously works with and listens to clients to best understand their needs, priorities, and values.

Will is Clinical Social Worker registered with the OCSWSSW and OASW. He earned his undergraduate degree in Psychology with honours from Bishop’s University and his Master of Social Work degree from the University of Windsor.

Outside of the office Will strives to appreciate the beauty in the everyday, travels when life allows, and enjoys playing guitar, biking, running, cooking, and hanging out with his awesome partner.

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Michelle is a Registered Psychotherapist and a member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, as well as a member of the Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals. She holds a Master’s degree in Psychotherapy and Spiritual Care (Wilfrid Laurier University), as well as an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Social Development Studies (University of Waterloo). During her student internship, Michelle worked predominantly with post-secondary students facing challenges with academics, relationships, boundaries, life transitions, navigating cultural differences, anxiety and depression, as well as intimate partner violence. She also worked as a clinical therapist at an inpatient addiction treatment centre following her graduation, where she provided a safe and supportive environment to individuals struggling with addictions and co-existing mental health diagnoses, as well as childhood trauma, grief, physical health challenges, dysfunctional family dynamics, and maintaining a work/life balance.

Michelle’s goal as a therapist is to support her clients in navigating the challenges they are facing, and to walk alongside them on their journey of healing and growth. Through her own personal experiences, Michelle has a special interest in helping people who struggle with a new or existing chronic health diagnosis, as well as their family members. Michelle is also passionate about helping students to set goals and to tap into their greatest potential, and she has volunteered at the University of Waterloo as an alumni peer-mentor to support students facing various challenges.

Michelle brings warmth and positivity to her work, and she provides a safe, non-judgmental space for her clients. Her approach to therapy is collaborative, client-centred and strengths-based, and she uses a trauma-informed lens. In her spare time, Michelle enjoys reading, watching movies, playing music, singing, bike riding, and taking walks in nature, as well as baking new recipes for her family and friends.

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Nandini holds a Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts (MA), and Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Clinical Psychology from India, and she is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.

With over seven years of clinical experience, Nandini has helped countless clients heal and move toward a more meaningful life. She uses different modalities of treatment ranging from DBT, CBT, Existential, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and positive psychology with an aim of using the best and the most relevant techniques from different schools.

Nandini has an accepting and enthusiastic approach towards her work with clients. She believes everyone has the power to be their best version of themselves and that a healing therapeutic relationship can facilitate this journey. She takes a philosophical and cognitive approach to help bring out the best in people.

Nandini lives in Waterloo with her husband, and in her spare time she enjoys listening to music, dancing, and spending time with her family.

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As a therapist, Ghazala strongly believes that each of us has the potential to live our best lives. We can do this when we learn how to take control of our situation by keeping ourselves calm and collected in stressful moments, when we are able to identify and challenge distorted thought patterns, and when we become ready to change behaviours that perpetuate negative cycles. Sometimes, we can achieve this without any external or professional support. However, at times when we routinely feel stuck, disappointed, emotionally overwhelmed, frustrated, angry, negative, and anxious, we need professional help to regain control in managing emotions and life’s difficulties.

Ghazala has received extensive post-graduate training in various therapeutic approaches including EMDR, CBT, DBT, EFT, Gottman Relationship Therapy, Solution Focussed Brief Therapy and Clinical Hypnotherapy. She is a certified EMDR therapist and EMDRIA Approved Consultant. Ghazala strives to sharpen her professional skills in order to serve her clients in the best way possible. She applies a strength-based, client-centered approach and tailors her therapeutic interventions to meet one’s specific needs. Ghazala conducts structured and goal-oriented therapy sessions to help with achieving desired outcomes.

Trained in Emotionally Focussed Therapy (EFT), Ghazala is passionate about helping couples and families to strengthen positive relationships and identify toxic behaviour patterns that keep them stuck in negative cycle. The sessions explore attachment needs and longing for love and connection in a safe and supportive environment. Couples/families practice verbalizing deeper emotions and develop new ways of secure bonding and interacting positively.

Having first-hand knowledge and exposure to diverse cultures and faith, she incorporates your personal values and cultural/ethnic and spiritual beliefs to make your counselling experience more meaningful and productive.

In her spare time, Ghazala enjoys workout classes, swimming, hot yoga, travelling, socializing with friends, and spending time with family. She is an active community member and likes to volunteer for causes that are close to her heart.

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Stephanie is a Registered Social Worker. Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology, a Master of Arts in Child Study and Education, and an Advanced Certificate in Couple and Family Therapy. A lifelong learner at heart, she is currently working on a part-time Master of Social Work.

With over two decades of experience, Stephanie has dedicated herself to serving diverse populations across various settings, including clinical, research, community-based, and educational environments. Her global experiences have broadened her perspectives and fuelled her commitment to social justice and equity. In 2017, she was honoured as one of the Alberta Council for Global Cooperation’s Top 30 Under 30 for her work in international and community development. She balances her career with a part-time role as a special education consultant.

As both a survivor of abuse and an individual managing chronic illness, she believes in the transformative power of nurturing and supportive relationships. She approaches her work with a blend of humour, curiosity, and a gentle demeanour. She aims to collaboratively create a secure space where hope and connection can flourish.

Beyond her professional endeavours, Stephanie enjoys spending time in nature, embarking on adventures, and cultivating her love of horseback riding. As a fibre artist, she can often be found singing away while working on her creative projects.

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Tanja Ivic is a Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree, and she is registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. Prior to earning her master’s degree, Tanja completed Bachelors degrees in both Social Work and Social Development Studies, in the latter of which she also completed a minor in Religious Studies.

Tanja possesses a solid work foundation in Social Work and direct care support, community development, and research and education, both nationally and internationally. She has over ten years of experience in supporting children, youth, and adults with a wide variety of challenges, including mental illness, physical and developmental disabilities, trauma, addiction, and everyday struggles.

As someone who has personally struggled with mental health and has sought support, Tanja is a strong believer in the journey of healing. She is inspired to alleviate distress in others, and has discovered a passion for professional counselling along the way. She has a personal investment in being a part of initiatives that aim to provide individuals from all walks of life with services that validate their personal struggles and empower them to recognize their strengths and resilience.

Tanja prides herself in creating a safe and trustworthy space for her clients, with a focus on authenticity and transparency. She believes healing begins with the acceptance of the self as a whole and without judgement. Dedicated to helping, Tanja is a highly empathetic person who takes time to genuinely connect with and help her clients cultivate their inner strength, and reclaim their power, so they may start manifesting the reality they want to see rather than just coping and surviving.

When not working, Tanja loves to meditate and explore her spiritual wellness. She is a strong believer in the mind, body, and soul connection, and spends a lot of her spare time exercising, sourcing healthy foods, and expanding her knowledge in holistic healing. Tanja also enjoys the outdoors, walking her dog, listening to music, and occasionally skateboarding.

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Tharani is a Registered Psychotherapist in good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She has earned her Master’s degree in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy and holds an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Biology at Wilfrid Laurier University. Throughout her five years of mental health work, she has been honoured to walk alongside adolescents and adults in their journeys of personal growth. Tharani uses a blended approach of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) to help her clients reach their goals and build a fulfilling life.

Through her own journey of ups and downs, Tharani has come to believe that reaching a state of inner peace, happiness, and contentedness is possible. She believes that no matter where you are, you can work toward personal growth with your therapist. One of her most significant values as a clinician is that her clients feel understood. She approaches her work with curiosity, compassion, and authenticity, believing that these are core components for a strong, therapeutic relationship. Tharani’s patience and compassion can be helpful in moving at your own pace. She believes that we all have our own flow, and moving with the current allows us to reach our full potential.

As a believer in cultivating balance in her life, Tharani spends her free time trying out new recipes and going on adventures in both the real world and in video games.

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Sherley is a Registered Social Worker. She completed her Master of Social Work at Wilfrid Laurier University, where she also holds an Hon. Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and an Advanced Social Research Specialization. Sherley’s education and passion for social justice allows her to integrate both psychological and social factors into her therapeutic approach.

Sherley has experience providing individual psychotherapy to adults. Her clients have found her open, friendly demeanor and in-depth exploratory approach empowering in working towards their goals. She also has 7+ years of experience supporting youth and adults in marginalized communities and vulnerable populations, including the disability/developmental sector, BIPOC and 2SLGBTQ+ groups. Sherley uses an integrative, psychodynamic approach to cultivate a treatment plan that is uniquely adapted to meet individual client needs.

Sherley’s professional, academic and personal journey has taught her the strength in promoting agency and resiliency in others. She practices holistically and collaboratively, in which she believes that all factors of a person’s identity (such as psyche, childhood, social supports, gender, culture, etc.) are interwoven pieces in one’s therapeutic journey. Sherley values authentically building a strong therapeutic relationship to create a safe non-judgemental space. She is committed to using compassion, patience, and empathy to help clients reach their goals.

In her free time, Sherley enjoys reading, watching sitcoms, listening to true crime podcasts, working out and hanging out with her dog.

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Lauren holds a master of Social Work (MSW) degree from Wilfrid Lauier University and is a registered member of the Ontario college of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). She has 15 years of clinical experience walking alongside and supporting adults who have experienced anxiety, depression, grief and loss, domestic and family violence, trauma, and addiction. Therapy is her passion and she thrives on witnessing people make positive and lasting changes in their lives.

Lauren has extensive post-graduate training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. She is a certified EMDR therapist and an EMDRIA Approved Consultant.

Lauren is known for injecting small amounts of humour into her compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy. As an experienced client herself, she understands the courage it takes to show up and be vulnerable and open in order to create the changes that life demands of us. She appreciates that trust takes time and thus prioritizes her clients’ needs and goals and checks in often to ensure safety, comfort, and progress.

In her down time you will likely find Lauren wandering the woods with her partner and two children, baking, barbecuing all year round, or trying (with difficulty) to cultivate a green thumb in her yard.

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Catherine McAllister Master of Social Work (MSW), Registered Social Worker (RSW) #833325

Kate holds a Masters of Social Work and is a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. Additionally, she has a Masters degree in Environmental Studies and a PhD in Planning, where she focused on community health and nature.

Kate has walked alongside people struggling with a wide range of mental health and life challenges and takes a particular interest in anxiety and trauma. Her philosophy revolves around helping to free clients from unhelpful patterns and ways of thinking in order to fully embrace the meaningful life they want to live.

Along with five years of experience in clinical counselling, Kate also has extensive post-graduate training and additional study in a variety of evidence-based modalities. She creatively tailors therapy to suit a client’s needs, struggles and way of interacting with and learning in the world. In this process, she draws on a variety of tools, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. She constantly works to upgrade her skills and learn new counselling techniques and she is an EMDR Certified therapist.

Kate brings her whole self to counselling sessions using humour, empathy and a non-judgmental, laid-back approach while being fully present and engaging with her clients in a way that makes them comfortable. She believes that creating a positive and collaborative client-therapist relationship is fundamental to the healing journey and enjoys watching clients learn to recognize their own strengths and find compassion for themselves. She also has a strong interest in helping people heal through mindful interactions with the natural world.

When Kate isn’t working, she likes to spend time getting lost in the forest, taming her backyard jungle, losing at board games to her children, reading, meditating, writing or happily chipping away at one of her many creative hobbies.

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Samantha is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She completed her Masters degree in Counselling Psychology at Western University, and holds an Honours degree in Psychology with a Major in Criminal Justice from Brescia University College. Samantha discovered her passion for complex mental health when she completed research at a local Withdrawal Management Centre. She later pursued a position at the organization where she developed strong crisis intervention skills and supported individuals who were acutely intoxicated, in severe withdrawal, in psychosis, and those who were experiencing chronic homelessness. Following this experience, it became her goal as a practitioner to adopt a trauma-informed perspective and to bear witness to the lived experience of others.

Samantha has worked with post-secondary students, adults, and seniors with a variety of concerns and has specialized experience and expertise in treating concurrent disorders across the lifespan. Samantha has worked in intensive outpatient programs running both individual and group therapy sessions that emphasize the importance of understanding the root cause of the challenges individuals are facing. Samantha stands alongside her clients to help them develop skills and grow their inner confidence to cope effectively with life’s challenges.

Samantha’s goal as a therapist is to ensure her clients never feel alone when they experience the peaks and valleys within their lives. She aims to help her clients identify and process what is getting in the way of them achieving their goals. Through her own personal experience, Samantha has a special interest in helping people cultivate their strength and resiliency when surviving traumatic experiences and aims to help them identify where they get “stuck”. Samantha is passionate about helping others build their sense of self, find hope, and understand that they are deserving of love, care, and respect from others.

She believes strongly in the importance of life-long learning and regularly seeks opportunities to grow as a practitioner. Samantha works collaboratively with her clients and holds a non-judgmental, calm, and compassionate space. Her approach to therapy is collaborative, client-centered, and strength-based. In her spare time, Samantha enjoys going for hikes, canoeing, spending time with her two cats, and cooking new recipes with her partner.

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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) #10706

Supervisor: John Roche, Registered Social Worker#825739

About Anna

Anna is a Registered Psychotherapist- Qualifying who graduated from Yorkville University with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. She previously completed a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at York University.

As a therapist, Anna ensures that her clients feel heard and understood, emphasizing the importance of creating a positive and safe therapeutic space. Through her own life challenges, Anna understands how truly important it is for clients to understand their strengths and resiliency in order to overcome various struggles.

She draws from a range of therapy models, including: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-based approaches.

Outside of work as a therapist, Anna enjoys watching movies, practicing pilates, going for walks with her dog Koba and spending time with family.

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Gagan holds a Masters of Social Work and is a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She is certified in both Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR). She is also a certified mindfulness meditation teacher and she is presently pursuing her certification as a Mindful Self-Compassion Teacher.

Gagan specializes in working with adults who have experienced trauma in their lives. Trauma can manifest as day-to-day challenges in your present life, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, anger, guilt, or self-blame. Using the organic intelligence of your own nervous system, body, and mind with a trained trauma therapist, you can heal from trauma and difficult experiences. Gagan strives to provide a safe and compassionate space for you to explore your past and present difficulties, build your skills, and disentangle yourself from the clutches of your past so you can reclaim your life and thrive.

Gagan has devoted most of her free time to learning, practicing, and teaching mindfulness, which she does through her own daily practice and by taking courses, attending retreats, and teaching groups.

Outside of her work life, Gagan loves to go for long walks on trails and hikes, spend time with her family and friends, and try different hobbies.

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