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Counseling

Licensed psychotherapy — online chat, video, phone or in person.

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Understanding therapy

What is psychotherapy?

According to the American Psychiatric Association, psychotherapy is a type of treatment that can help individuals experiencing a wide array of mental health conditions and the emotional challenges of everyday life.

It can help eliminate or control troubling symptoms so a person can function better and can increase well-being and healing. Problems helped by psychotherapy include difficulties in coping with daily life, the impact of trauma, medical illness or loss — like the death of a loved one — and specific mental health conditions such as depression or anxiety.

Is it for me?

Who can benefit from therapy?

There are several types of psychotherapy and some types may work better with certain problems or issues. Psychotherapy may be used in combination with medication or other therapies. Together you and your therapist will decide on the right approach for you.

Feeling persistent sadness, anxiety or emptiness

Struggling with immigration, adaptation or identity

Facing relationship or family conflict

Coping with grief, loss or trauma

Managing anger, stress or burnout

Seeking personal growth and self-understanding

For immigrants

Why therapy matters for immigrants

Immigration is one of life's biggest transitions. Leaving your homeland, rebuilding a career, raising children in a new culture — these experiences deserve care and attention. Therapy designed for immigrants addresses acculturation stress, isolation, identity, and family dynamics in a culturally sensitive way.

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Our services

What we offer

Individual Therapy

One-on-one sessions focused on your personal goals and challenges.

Couples Therapy

Rebuild communication, trust and connection with your partner.

Family Therapy

Heal family dynamics and strengthen bonds across generations.

Group Therapy

Shared growth in a safe, facilitated group setting.

Approaches

Types of psychotherapy we use

Our therapists are trained in evidence-based approaches and will tailor a plan for you.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors.

AnxietyDepressionStress

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Emotion regulation, distress tolerance and mindfulness skills.

EmotionsMindfulness

Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT)

A sensitive, structured approach to processing trauma.

TraumaPTSD

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Accept what is out of your control and commit to valued action.

ValuesGrowth

Psychodynamic Therapy

Explore how past experiences shape present patterns.

InsightPatterns

Grief Therapy

Companioning you through loss toward meaning and healing.

LossHealing
Formats

How you can meet us

In person — Toronto

Secure online video

Chat sessions

Phone sessions

Getting started

Your path in four steps

Book online

Choose your service, counselor and time in under two minutes.

First session

A warm conversation about you, your needs and your goals.

Your plan

Your therapist designs a personalized, evidence-based plan.

Growth

Regular sessions, steady progress — at your own pace.

FAQ

Common questions

Are sessions really confidential?
Absolutely. Everything you share is protected by strict clinical confidentiality standards. Nothing leaves the therapy room without your consent.
How much does a session cost?
As a non-profit center we offer affordable rates and a sliding scale based on your situation. Many community services are free of charge. Contact us for details.
Do you offer sessions in Farsi?
Yes — all of our services are available in both English and Farsi, and some of our specialists offer other languages as well.
How do I know which therapist is right for me?
In your first session we'll learn about your needs together and match you with the specialist best suited to help. You can always request a change — your comfort comes first.
Can I attend online from outside Toronto?
Yes. Online chat, video and phone sessions are available wherever you are in Canada.

Ready when you are

Book a confidential session or ask us anything — we're here for you.

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