Education: Nicole is a Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW). She earned her Undergraduate Social Work degree from the University of Waterloo and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Toronto. During her graduate degree, Nicole specialized in Health & Mental Health and completed a collaborative program in Addiction Studies. Nicole also completed the Intensive Sex Therapy Training Program at the University of Guelph and is currently enrolled in the Somatic Experiencing International Certificate Program and the Problem Sexual Behaviour Certificate Program.

Therapeutic Style: Nicole is a 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming therapist who works from a non-judgmental, strengths-based, trauma-informed, client-centred perspective. Nicole prioritizes the autonomy of her clients and is flexible and adaptive to their needs. She uses an integrative approach, that is, a variety of theories and interventions that fit the client’s needs.

Specialties and Approaches: Nicole has three main areas of focus and training, which include: trauma, sex and intimacy, as well as substance use and addiction. Nicole uses Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Polyvagal and Somatic Experiencing (SE) to help her clients learn about the neurobiology of trauma, how it is stored in the body, and how to regulate their nervous systems. For those who have experienced trauma or have been using substances for prolonged periods, Nicole can help you to regain intimacy and navigate sexual encounters. Pornography viewing and other sexual encounters (in person or online) can also be explored, to determine whether these behaviours are problematic and how to make changes to them. With Nicole you may understand your own, or your loved one’s, substance use as a coping mechanism to manage underlying root causes (e.g., pain, trauma, mental health, poverty, and loss). Nicole also offers treatment guidance for withdrawal management and community outpatient or long-term residential treatment.

Clinical Supervision: Nicole holds a graduate certificate in Positive Psychology and Health & Wellness Coaching through the College of Executive Coaching and offers Clinical Supervision to Registered Psychotherapists (CRPO) and Registered Social Workers (OCSWSSW).

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Paul believes that everyone is on their own unique journey, is here for a purpose, and has a story to share. He has travelled around the world, experienced many different cultures, and appreciates health and happiness in many different forms.

Paul’s science degree reflects his curious nature and love of learning. His education degree taught him to adapt his teaching style to meet unique learning needs. As a current Psychology student, Paul brings these skills together to help people find healthier ways to reach their personal wellbeing goals. For over twenty years, Paul coached individuals, leaders, and teams in high-tech and other industries to improve their relationships and achieve better outcomes. He has a deep understanding of the impact that high-stress environments can have on you, your relationships, and your personal and professional lives.

Paul is known for using his kindness, openness, humour, and curiosity to create safe spaces where people can feel at ease and be themselves. He uses holistic systems thinking and strengths-based approaches to help you find your harmony. Paul matches the modalities and evidence-based tools to each person’s unique needs to help them cope and thrive in a challenging world.

He provides a friendly, non-judgmental, trauma-informed presence to help you work through any difficult experiences that may be weighing you down. And he can help challenge you to gain new insights if you need to shake things up. Paul is happy to walk along with you on your wellbeing tour.

During his free time, Paul enjoys reading, spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, and exploring new things.

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Angela is a sex positive and kink aware therapist, with a passion for empowering her clients to reclaim their sexuality and desires. She has experience with supporting folks to overcome out of control and compulsive sexual behaviour (consensual), supporting couples with rebuilding desire, improving communication and trust around sex, challenges with orgasm, erectile dysfunction, rapid ejaculation, delayed ejaculation, and helping individuals heal from the impact of trauma on their sexual well-being. As a Queer therapist, Angela is also passionate about supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals in expressing their authentic self with confidence and with navigating minority stress.

In her work with survivors of trauma, Angela draws from a trauma informed approach whereby symptoms are not to be considered as something “wrong” with the person. Instead, Angela views symptoms as a reflection of the events and experiences that have taken place in a person’s life, or what has happened to them. Angela possesses in depth knowledge and training in the neurobiology of trauma (the relationship between the body and the mind) and incorporates this awareness into the therapeutic process with the goal of helping clients to gain a sense of control over their healing.

Whether working with a relationship or individual, Angela treats therapy as a collaboration between herself and her client(s). Relationship and individual therapy can help with shifting your mindset about sex. If you notice yourself becoming particularly “stuck” to a certain idea or way of experiencing sex, Angela can help you navigate this according to your own values and interests with the goal of reducing tension and helping you live freely.

Angela believes that many couples and folks in plural relationships would benefit from taking the time to reflect on their relationship(s), their needs, and ways of coping with conflict. Angela has an interest in supporting folks in relationships to better manage in times of stress, build safer and more intimate relationship(s) with one another, and to thrive in experiences of well-being. Angela supports those in relationships to set goals related to improving communication about emotions, building safety and trust, overcoming resentments, and developing different tools for coping with conflict. Angela helps her clients to become more aware of their behaviours, especially during times of distress, and provides strategies on how each person in the relationship can take responsibility for their behaviours and develop the necessary skills to respond differently to one another.

She approaches her work with the belief that everyone has the innate capacity to build connection. Whether this connection starts with yourself, or you are seeking to improve connection in your relationship(s), there are strategies to support you with thriving in these areas of your life.

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Magda believes that the client is the expert of their own life. Using a client-centred approach, she aims to meet the client where they are and guides them through their challenges. Magda’s conversational and collaborative style offers a comfortable space to explore presenting concerns while offering validation and acceptance of experiences. Her curiosity encourages the challenging of thought and behaviour to promote change.

Through a combination of Narrative and Solution Focused modalities, Magda’s individual sessions allow for client’s stories to be explored and be built upon to reflect resilience. Informed by the Gottman Method and Emotion-Focused Therapy, Magda’s relationship sessions help guide clients towards improved communication and promote shared understanding of each other’s relationship beliefs and values to promote bonding and conflict resolution.

As a queer, polyamorous, and sex and kink positive therapist, Magda has an interest in supporting clients in exploring their identities and developing intention and aligned relationships.

Personal: When she is not in office, Magda is found spending quality time with loved ones, swing dancing, breaking a sweat at the local Crossfit gym, getting lost in a good book, and trying not to get lost on a hike with her dog.

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Education: Sophia obtained her Masters in Theology with a specialization in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy at Wilfrid Laurier University. She also has a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from York University and a Child & Youth Work diploma from Sheridan College. Sophia is a Registered Psychotherapist and is an active member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).

Therapeutic Style: Sophia is a big believer in taking an approach which is empowering and promotes autonomy. Sophia can create a safe, empathetic space where you can explore and unpack your experiences, thoughts, and emotions. She understands the importance of building strong therapeutic rapport as a base for healing to begin.

Therapeutic Approach: Sophia’s approach to therapy is client centered meaning that you would be the one choosing which topic you would like to start exploring during each session, based on your level of comfort. She will start with getting to know you and your past experiences and then will work collaborativly with you to help identify what you would like to get out of your time with her. She has worked with a wide variety of demographics and understands the importance of meeting clients where they are at. Part of Sophia’s approach centers on the belief that everyone is resilient in some way, your work with her can strengthen your resiliency so that you are more equipped to face challenges that come your way.

Personal: Sophia is a BIPOC therapist who provides a safe space for clients to be themselves without fear of feeling judged. She is open to meeting new clients from different backgrounds and loves to learn about other cultures. She also loves travelling expanding her culinary palette.

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Education & Experience: John is a Registered Social Worker in the province of Ontario. He is currently completing his Masters degree in Social Work at Wilfrid Laurier University, where he was the recipient of the Ontario Graduate Scholarship for exceptional academic achievement. John also has a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from the University of Western Ontario and a Bachelor of Social Work degree from the University of Waterloo.

Prior to becoming a social worker and working in mental health, John spent many years in corporate executive and leadership roles and has owned and operated several small businesses. This combination of social work training and leadership experience provides a unique lens for John to work with clients.

Therapeutic Style: John believes in the unique subjective experience of each person and uses a holistic and individualistic approach to therapy. John approaches therapy from a person-centered, trauma-informed, and non-judgemental perspective. John uses several approaches and draws from different interventions to help clients find more peace, connection, and purpose in their lives.

Specialties & Approach: Working from a trauma informed lens, John has received training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and uses evidence-based techniques from Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS), among other modalities. John’s clinical interest is in working with men. John supports his clients with exploring healthy masculinity and gender roles in relation to their mental and relational health. John helps his clients with becoming the person they want to be. Together, you will confront any beliefs and challenges that you have kept hidden from yourself and others. Such work may include exploring unwanted or compulsive sexual behaviours, including concerns about pornography. John will discuss how your values may or may not be aligned with your behaviours and offer guidance in uncovering the root causes in an effort to change the behaviour, if desired.

Personal: John is a proud father who enjoys spending time with his family, going for long runs, playing sports, and can often be found tinkering around the house or making something in his woodworking shop.

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Education: Andrew obtained his Bachelor of Social Work at Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) and Master of Social Work at York University. He is a Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW), and the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW).

Therapeutic Approach & Style: For Andrew, therapy is more than just helping clients identify and solve issues. He recognizes that clients would benefit from developing self-awareness. Often, the presenting issues can relate to their early experiences and shape who they are today. Andrew can also explore with clients how these issues may also impact their current relationships in their daily life.

Andrew believes every client has their own unique strengths. They can be utilized to improve any ‘imbalances’ and unlock true potential in order to become the very best version of themselves. He also values curiosity and uses it as a vehicle to guide clients in uncovering new realizations and expanding their worldviews.

Andrew appreciates that it takes a great amount of effort for clients to showcase vulnerability. He strives to create a safe space where clients can express their thoughts and feelings freely. Andrew meets with clients where they are at today; he acknowledges that each client is the expert in their life. Therefore, Andrew is committed to provide clients with various tools and strategies in order to further support them with their ongoing journey.

Personal: Andrew is a BIPOC, queer therapist who loves to travel with a purpose, adding meaningfulness into every ‘holiday’ and turning it into a truly life-changing experience. At home, Andrew enjoys spending time with his loved ones, watching true-crime documentary films and engaging in outdoor activities year-round.

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Education: After completing his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Bachelor of Social Work at the University of Waterloo, Thiviyan went on to receive his Master of Social Work from Western University. He is a Registered Social Worker (RSW) in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW).

Therapeutic Style: Thiviyan is passionate about sharing his wealth of counselling knowledge with clients to equip them with the strategies and techniques needed to manage challenging situations. He prides himself on his ability to break down abstract therapeutic concepts and explain them in a relatable way, using clever examples, metaphors, and activities. He is an open-minded and empathetic practitioner who understands the significance of using a collaborative approach to work alongside his clients as they shape their own journey in therapy.

Therapeutic Approach: Thiviyan’s practice is first-and-foremost built on a trauma-informed foundation, as he understands the effects of childhood trauma that can manifest in adulthood and relationships. He listens for clients to share their experiences and considers whether they could be understood from an Attachment-Based Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), or Gottman Method Relational Therapy perspective. He also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) in his sessions to educate clients about the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and actions and how to apply this knowledge to improve their well-being.

Personal: Thiviyan is a child of immigrant parents from Sri Lanka and is a proud Tamil (தமிழ்) Canadian. He is also the author of the children’s book series “When I’m at a 10” which teaches kids how to manage their emotions using mindfulness. During his spare time, Thiviyan enjoys playing basketball and board games with friends.

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