Julia is a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). As an energetic, compassionate, and dedicated social worker, she provides equitable and inclusive support for populations experiencing complex issues. She has been working in the social work field for just over four years. She is passionate about continually advancing her knowledge in different ways throughout her lifetime and she plans on furthering her education.

She experience working with various populations within different settings and environments. She provides support to those facing complex issues that stem from the unique interplay of dimensions within an individual’s lives. She approaches her clients empathetically, emphasizing their strengths, guiding them towards their valued goals and aiming for sustainable positive change within their lives. She emphasizes working with the client and assessing readiness for change in order to guide the next steps of a client’s journey. In her professional experience, she has worked with children, youth, and adults experiencing mental health issues (such as anxiety, emotion dysregulation, stress, depression, and addiction), existential crisis, and others.

Her work is grounded in anti-oppressive, strengths-based, trauma-informed care. The approaches she uses for clients are flexible. She guides recommendations through collaboration, utilizing her clinical judgment and referring to evidence-based practices that can be tailored to meet the unique needs of clients. As a psychotherapist, she aims to establish a strong therapeutic relationship where clients’ autonomy is promoted, coping skills are developed, and origins are understood in relation to contemporary experiences.

Within individual therapy, she focuses on understanding a client through a holistic view, ensuring all dimensions (biological, social, psychological, cultural and spiritual) are considered to collaborate with clients in order to create individualized plans that meet their needs. She focuses on supporting children, youths and adults experiencing challenges with coping and comprehending emotional and behavioural patterns. She believes it is beneficial to understand the connections of today’s actions to one’s history of trauma, childhood experiences and other intersecting dimensions. She is interested to support clients in various ways and she is dedicated to creating a safe space to process the interconnectedness of the patterns in emotional processing that stem from different aspects and histories of one’s life.

Language: English

Julia provides online video sessions.

Qualifications:

• Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto

• Honours Bachelor of Social Work from Metropolitan University (formerly known as Ryerson)

Professional Memberships/Colleges:

• The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)

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Sandra Corelli is a psychotherapy intern who holds a Registered Psychotherapy-Qualifying registration from the CRPO. She believes in a collaborative client-centered approach, empowering you to move towards your therapy goals. She is committed to providing compassion, understanding, and a non-judgmental, safe space to help you through difficult challenges and life transitions.

Sandra has over 20 years of experience in the corporate world and is also the founder of Humanicity Consulting Group. She leads various leadership and well-being workshops.

Sandra uses an integrative trauma-informed approach that combines Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy with somatic and mindfulness practices.

Focus: Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness/Conditions, Emotional difficulties, Eating Disorders, Grief, Stress and Burnout, Low Self Esteem/Confidence, Trauma and PTSD, Addiction/Substance use and Career-related issues

Languages: English

Sandra provides online video sessions.

Qualifications:

• Master of Art in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University (ongoing)

• Honours Bachelor of Arts in Employment Relations and Sociology from the University of Toronto

• Certificate in Family Mediation from York University

• Acceptance Commitment Therapy Training from The Association for Psychological Therapies

• Positive Psychology & Well-being Certification from the College of Executive Coaching

• Co-Active Coaching Certification from The Coaches Training Institute

Professional Memberships/Colleges:

• Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)

• College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)

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Christie believes that nutrition, fitness and mental health care require a personalized and integrative approach that considers all aspects of your health and lifestyle. She aims to create a non-judgemental, safe space to support your journey towards a healthier you. Her focus is to empower and educate you to make healthier food and lifestyle decisions through nutrition and fitness as well as to support you when life gets overwhelming and challenging through psychotherapy.

Christie is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Nutritional Genomics Specialist and Certified Personal Training Specialist. Christie is currently undergoing the doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree at CCNM, to become a Naturopathic Doctor.

Focus: autoimmune and inflammation, digestive issues, hormonal health, chronic metabolic conditions (i.e., diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, hypertension, cardiovascular disease), chronic fatigue and burnout, mental wellbeing, metabolism, sleep, fertility, pregnancy and postpartum, obesity, weight management, disordered eating (i.e., binge eating), adolescents wellbeing, fitness.

Languages: English and French

Christie provides online video sessions.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (ongoing)

• Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition from Sonoran University of Health Sciences

• Master of Art in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University

• Bachelor of Science Honours with a Major in Biology and double Minor in Chemistry and Psychology from Carleton University

• Natural Nutrition Diploma from Canadian School of Natural Nutrition (CSNN)

• Mindfulness and Neuro-psycho-endocrinology of Regulating Eating certificate from CSNN

• Nutrigenomics and Personalized Nutrition certificate from American Nutrition Association

• Personal Training Specialist Certification from CanFitPro

Professional Memberships/Colleges:

• Canadian School of Natural Nutrition Alumni Association (CSNNAA)

• Canadian Fitness Professionals (canfitpro)

• Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)

• College of Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario (CRPO)

Work Experience:

Nutrition: 5+ years as a Registered Holistic Nutritionist

• Green Press
• Anatomica RMT
• Village Juicery
• OHR Medical
• Reknew Cookbook Calendar
• Hers Kickboxing
• LivClean Meals

Fitness: 6+ years as a Certified Personal Training Specialist

• Goodlife Fitness
• Fitness On The Go
• Clubhouse Toronto

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Selin is a compassionate and empathetic a psychotherapy intern who holds a Registered Psychotherapy-Qualifying. She’s ready to walk alongside clients on their journey to healing, growth, and self-discovery. She believes in creating a warm and nurturing environment where clients can explore their challenges and uncover their inner strengths. With an approach rooted in empathy and support, Selin ensures a safe and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and understood. Using a client-centered approach, she tailors sessions to address each client’s specific needs and goals. Drawing from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy, Selin is dedicated to discovering the most effective strategies and techniques for each client. Through collaboration, Selin is committed to assisting clients in recognizing their strengths, overcoming obstacles, and achieving a life of purpose and fulfillment.

Focus: anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, addictions/substance use, self-esteem issues, immigration/acculturation stress, self-improvement, self-love, positive psychology, emotional regulation, life transitions.

Languages: English, Turkish

Selin provides online video sessions.

Qualifications:

• Master of Art in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University (ongoing)

• Diploma of Professional Counselling from Vancouver College of Counsellor Training

• Counselling for Intimacy in Relationships Certificate from Vancouver College of Counsellor Training

• Bachelor of Arts Honours in Sociology from University of Toronto

Professional Memberships/Colleges:

• Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)

• Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals (OAMHP)

• College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)

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