A low‑barrier approach is a way to “meet people where they are,” we want to provide options to those who may find financial barriers to obtaining the support they want.
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STEPHEN ADEMOLUTI, RP-C
(QUALIFYING INTERN) Focus: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Based Therapy (SFBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and Narrative Therapy Life, with its ups and downs, twists and turns, can be complex as you struggle to find your footing. My journey through life in the past years has exposed me to human vulnerability. Trust me, I have been there, and that is why I am ready to take a holistic approach first as a human without being biased, but full of empathy and trust as we walk together to discover the best version of you. I collaborate with individuals with anxiety, depression, and trauma using interventions such as Cognitive behavioral therapy, Solution Focused Based therapy, Emotion Focused therapy, and Narrative therapy to provide the space to safely unravel your story, to be seen and heard as you begin to take steps to your healing journey I am not oblivious to the peculiarities of your intersectionality; that is why as a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) who holds a Master’s in Counselling Psychology and degrees both in Public and International Affairs, I value integration and the importance in understanding every individual experiences. Together as a team, we can create a safe and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors freely without fear of criticism or shame. ‘True life is lived when tiny changes occur’ Leo Tolstoy |
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LINAH KAREEM, RP-C
(QUALIFYING INTERN) Focus: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Based Therapy (SFBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and Narrative Therapy In life, change is the only constant. I heard that a lot in my life, but the only time it resonated with me is when the change was so difficult to bear. As a counselor in training, I am mindful of how as humans, we encounter life experiences that could leave us in despair. I offer this safe space to support you as you go through your unique journey by highlighting and empowering you along the way and ensuring that your experiences are honored, your voice is heard, your emotions are validated and most of all, your decisions are supported. My approach to therapy is focused on your needs, personal strengths, and desired goals. I look forward to co-design a therapeutic plan with you. I am honored to have experience in working with children, youth, and adults from all walks of life. However, in my current role, I will be working with youth and adults. I welcome all clients from all gender, spirtual, and cultural backgrownds. I am certified as a CBT practitioner and trained in trauma-focused therapies, mindfulness, play and art therapy. As a mental health practitioner I believe that we all need a therapeutic space to feel respected, welcomed, non-judged, and supported as we heal in our unique ways. I hope that we can collaboratively create this space here. "Don't get lost in your pain, know that one day your pain will become your cure." Rumi |
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JENNIFER MARIE, RP-C
(QUALIFYING INTERN) Focus: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Based Therapy (SFBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and Narrative Therapy Life conflicts, traumatic experiences and other stress can lead us astray from our true selves and prevent us from living our lives to the fullest. As a result, we may feel unable to adequately deal with life's challenges. Reaching out to talk to someone about these challenging parts of our lives can be difficult. While some people know what part of their story they want to focus on, others feel confused and overwhelmed. That's ok. Come as you are, wherever you're at, and we can begin from there. We will figure out what comes next together. Warmth, empathy, and curiosity are the foundations of my therapeutic approach. I provide culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, and person-centred care in a safe space free of judgment. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship, rooted in trust, must be established for a successful outcome. I practice an integrative style that draws from Mindfulness-Based, Cognitive Behavioural, Somatic, Acceptance and Commitment, and Narrative Therapy. As a holistic practitioner, I will consider all components of your being, including your mind, body, and spirit. I would love to meet with you and help you rediscover your power and live a meaningful life by deepening your relationship with yourself. “Each morning we are born again. What we do today matters most.” Buddha |
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SEMRA LAMKY, RP-C
(QUALIFYING INTERN) Focus: Individual, youth and couples counselling; anxiety, depression, violence, abuse, relational issues, and other interpersonal and emotional issues. As a therapist, I believe that providing clients with a nonjudgmental, supportive, and safe environment encourages self-awareness, self-exploration, and self-compassion while working together as a team when exploring their life challenges. As a bicultural woman, mother, and wife, I find managing too many roles and responsibilities challenging, which can lead to mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, and low self-esteem. I can assist you in navigating these challenges while remaining focused and engaged, working towards and achieving your life goals and authentic self. I respect cultural diversity and offer a safe space to process your experiences, thoughts, and emotions. I believe in compassion and empathy through a strength-based and holistic approach when assisting you gain access to your interior wisdom, fostering a closer relationship with yourself and a greater sense of self-worth. I tailor therapeutic modalities and techniques for your unique needs to help you find self-acceptance, empowerment, and inner peace. I engage in therapeutic approaches, including solution-focused, strength-based, compassion-focused, person-centred, trauma-focused, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and narrative therapy when supporting individuals with depression, anxiety, violence, abuse, and other interpersonal and emotional issues. I value understanding the individual through their own perspective, and I look forward to walking alongside you through your journey while assisting you in engaging in self-exploration, self-esteem, and self-compassion and building secure attachments to achieve meaningful changes in your life. Semra is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. She is qualified to provide counselling and psychotherapy under supervision. Her education also includes Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Science. Semra speaks English and Turkish. “I am not what happened to me. I am what I choose to become.” Carl Jung Certificates PESI Certificate- Complex Trauma with Internal Family Systems (IFS), 2022 The Gottman Institute-Gottman Method Couples Therapy- Level 1, 2022 |