If you are a current client and would like to reschedule or book an appointment, contact our Administrative Team by email: (Downtown Toronto or North York) or by phone (Downtown Toronto - 416-363-2644, North York - 416-499-6373)

NEW CLIENTS ONLY - Choose any of the following options:

  1. Book a free 15-min appointment with our Intake Team using the online booking option below. During the call, our Intake Coordinator will review your reason for referral, collect some information to help match you to the right clinician and let you know what to expect for your first appointment.
  2. Call us Toll-Free at 1-800-304-8018 (or Local: 416-363-4228) to speak to one of our Intake Coordinators
  3. Complete our Online Intake form and one of our Intake Coordinators will follow up with your directly by phone or email.

To learn more about our Clinicians, please visit - The CBT Associates Team

Intake Team

Please book a session with one of our intake coordinators to help us match you with the right clinician

Yusef Karimi is a member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and brings over 10 years of experience in providing evidence-based psychotherapy to a diverse range of clients, including children, adults, and couples. His primary therapeutic approach is Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), but he also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness-based approaches to tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs. Yusef is highly skilled in treating anxiety disorders (such as generalized anxiety, panic disorder, and social anxiety), mood disorders (including depression), and trauma-related disorders (such as PTSD). He also works extensively with individuals facing relationship issues, self-esteem challenges, and work-related stress.

Yusef’s empathetic, client-centered approach ensures that his clients feel supported and understood. He emphasizes working collaboratively to set clear therapeutic goals and empower clients with practical skills that can help them navigate their challenges both during and after therapy.

In addition to his clinical work, Yusef is actively involved in academic research and teaching. He holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and has taught psychology courses at the university level, helping to shape the next generation of mental health professionals. His research focuses on psychotherapeutic techniques and clinical applications, keeping him at the forefront of developments in mental health. Yusef regularly attends professional workshops and conferences to ensure his practice remains aligned with the latest evidence-based practices in psychotherapy.

Yusef is fluent in English, Kurdish, and Persian, enabling him to provide psychotherapy services in these languages and meet the needs of a diverse client base. He is available for appointments during the day, with limited evening and weekend availability for clients requiring more flexible scheduling.

Please note that our associates work with many presenting issues, some of which are not listed in this biography. Please speak with our intake team at 416-363-4228 for more information.

Yusef Karimi is a member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and brin... Read More

Fatima Noorali is a Registered Psychotherapist and a Canadian Certified Counsellor. Over the course of her career, she has served diverse populations by utilizing a wide range of evidence-based treatment modalities, delivered psycho-educational workshops, and build strong rapport and relationships with clients. As a Psychotherapist she has great experience helping clients through self-esteem issues, confidence issues, grief and loss, personal development, anxiety, stress, and depression. She has a strong understanding of the therapeutic value of art, and I adept at facilitating creative expression, self-exploration through different art forms in the treatment planning and in group therapy sessions.

Fatima understands feelings deeply and is here to support you. She knows firsthand how discouraging it can be to lose trust in yourself and your sense of purpose, and she is passionate about helping you take back control. Through personalized strategies and creative approaches, Fatima will guide you in building a toolbox of techniques to reduce stress, reframe negative thinking, kick imposter syndrome, challenge negative core beliefs and embrace self-love. She’ll work with you to explore your strengths, set healthy boundaries, and develop more positive thinking patterns. Together, you’ll create a treatment plan that suits your unique needs, with open-ended questions and interactive activities to help you gain clarity and self-compassion.

When she is not in a session, she enjoys arts and crafts! Additionally, she makes home-made greeting cards/gift baskets, does meditation, cooking, and journaling. When she needs something more playful, she is always down for a quick walk and playtime with her dog, Rosie.

Please note that our associates work with many presenting issues, some of which are not listed in this biography. Please speak with our intake team at 416-363-4228 for more information.

Fatima Noorali is a Registered Psychotherapist and a Canadian Certified Counsellor. Over the cou... Read More

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