Ms. Maksuda Akter completed her M. Phil in Clinical Psychology from University of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Before moving to Canada, she worked in a range of settings including a community mental health, hospital settings, and private practice settings as a Clinical Psychologist.

Ms. Akter is a registered Psychological Associate whose areas of practice include clinical psychology with adults. She has experience utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy into her work with clients. At CBT Associates, she provides empirically supported treatments for a number of mental health difficulties, including mood and anxiety disorders (e.g. depression, social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder), PTSD, and stress-related conditions.

Ms. Akter’s therapy style is compassionate but direct. She strives to provide a non-judgmental, collaborative, and safe environment for her clients to make therapeutic change. She believes in using evidence based treatments tailored to the individual client to decrease suffering and increase quality of life.

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.

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I am a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience providing mental health services in both private practice and public healthcare settings, including community mental health clinics and hospitals. I hold a Master of Social Work (MSW), a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from York University, Toronto Canada. I am registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).

I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families facing a wide range of emotional, psychological, and relationship challenges. My areas of specialization include trauma and PTSD, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), social anxiety, phobias, stress management, depression, bipolar disorder, skin picking (excoriation disorder), hair pulling (trichotillomania), workplace stress, career and life transitions, family conflict, couples and relationship concerns.

My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I draw from evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Informed Therapy, and Couples Therapy. I tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs, helping them develop practical coping skills, gain insight, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.

I am committed to providing a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can openly explore their concerns and work toward achieving their personal, emotional, and relationship goals.

Professional Philosophy

Therapy is a collaborative process built on trust, compassion, and evidence-based care. Clement Ampong’s goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly discuss your concerns and feel supported throughout the process. During our work together, we will identify clear goals, understand the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and develop practical tools to help you move forward with greater confidence and emotional well-being.

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.

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I am a psychologist who works with adults experiencing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, stress, adjustment difficulties, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I know that reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, and I strive to create a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to be themselves and explore what they are going through. I work both in person and virtually and welcome clients from diverse cultural and personal backgrounds.

My approach to therapy is collaborative and grounded in evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-Based therapies. I believe that therapy is not only about managing symptoms, but also about developing a deeper understanding of yourself, strengthening resilience, and creating a life that feels more meaningful and aligned with your values. I tailor therapy to each client’s unique experiences, needs, and goals, and aim to help clients feel supported, empowered, and understood throughout the process.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time in nature, reading, and appreciating the small moments of calm and balance that everyday life can offer.

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.

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I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. My training and experiences as a medical graduate and academic researcher have led me to develop a holistic approach to therapy. This allows me to appreciate the connection between an individual’s mental and physical health, as well as other aspects of life that can impact their wellbeing.

As a Person-Centered therapist, I work in a collaborative, judgment-free manner with my clients to get from where they are currently and moving towards where they want to be. I support clients that are experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, chronic disease management, emotional regulation, grief/loss, health related anxiety, insomnia, internet addiction, relationship issues, stress, and substance use. I have experience working with healthcare professionals, college/university students, and individuals of South Asian backgrounds.

I support individuals by drawing from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. I am available for both virtual and in-person sessions.

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.

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Hi! I’m Shanuja, a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). I offer in-person and virtual therapy, with a particular focus on supporting young adults navigating anxiety, self-esteem, and interpersonal issues.

I understand that therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you’ve spent most of your life prioritizing the needs of others, minimizing your emotions, or feeling caught between different values and expectations. My goal is to create a warm and non-judgmental space where clients can feel safe exploring their thoughts, emotions, and experiences at their own pace.

My approach to therapy is culturally sensitive, collaborative, and compassionate. I draw from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Narrative Therapy, to help clients better understand patterns in their emotions, relationships, and self-perception while also developing practical tools to navigate day-to-day challenges. Above all, I want clients to feel that they do not have to navigate their experiences alone.

Outside of therapy, I enjoy traveling, spending time in nature, exploring cozy cafés, and learning tennis.

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.

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Dr. Abolfazl Mohammadi, PhD., C. Psych. Clinical Psychologist

I’m a registered Clinical Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO), and I feel genuinely grateful to do this work. Supporting people in understanding themselves, navigating challenges, and creating meaningful change is not just my profession—it’s something I deeply value.

My approach is collaborative, practical, and grounded in evidence-based care. I primarily draw on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and newer generations of CBT, to help individuals better understand and respond to their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. Therapy with me is not distant or overly clinical—it’s a supportive, respectful space where we work together to build insight, develop skills, and create meaningful change.

I believe that our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are shaped by a complex interaction of past experiences, social, and current life demands. Sometimes, patterns that once helped us cope can begin to limit us. In therapy, we work together to identify these patterns, understand their function, and gradually shift them in a way that aligns with your goals and values.

In addition to psychotherapy, I offer comprehensive psychological assessment services, including diagnostic clarification and adult ADHD assessments, to support treatment planning and a deeper understanding of your needs.

I offer both in-person and virtual services in English, Farsi, and Azari, and I value working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. Outside of my professional work, I enjoy traveling and learning new languages, which continues to shape my appreciation for different perspectives and ways of understanding the world.

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

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I work with adults, seniors and youth dealing with different types of anxiety, depression, stress, obsessive compulsive behaviours, life transitions, behavioural problems, relationship issues, burnout, problematic family dynamics, and personality concerns.

Some of the people I work with may overtly seem like they have it all figured out but they’re quietly unraveling on the inside. Others know exactly what they should be doing and still can’t make themselves do it. Some feel everything too much. Some feel nothing at all and aren’t sure when that started. If any of that sounds familiar, you’re probably in the right place. Maybe you’re a perfectionist who procrastinates. Maybe you overthink every interaction after it happens. Maybe you’ve been holding it together for so long that you forgot you were allowed to put it down.

Therapy with me is collaborative, compassionate and warm. We’ll look at how your past and present experiences shaped the way you move through the world, not to assign blame, but to understand the logic behind the patterns and develop insight. Once you see why you do what you do, it gets a lot easier to do something different.

I pull from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Narrative Therapy. I have a few different toolkits, and we figure out together which ones actually work for you. I practice from a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and anti-oppressive lens. I hold a Master’s degree in Applied Psychology (Clinical), and before moving into practice at CBT Associates, I worked as a psychotherapist with organizations like Doctors Without Borders and UNICEF in Kashmir, as well as within an inpatient psychiatric unit at Youthdale Treatment Centres in Toronto.

I encourage looking at struggles within the broader context of the systems, relationships, and environments we live in. A lot of pain becomes internalized as personal failure when it is also rooted in disconnection, isolation, family patterns, or the structures of society. Part of healing, in my view, is finding ways back to community, belonging, and relationships where people can exist in more authentic ways.

Outside of the therapy room, you’ll probably find me walking through neighbourhoods at sunset with a podcast or an audiobook in my ears, signing up for hobby classes I may or may not be good at, or watching a movie and completely failing to not psychoanalyze every character’s attachment style.

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.

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Samira is a member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and provides evidence-based treatments for clients of varied backgrounds. Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is Samira’s primary theoretical approach, however, she integrates aspects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness-based approaches when applicable. Her specialization areas in clinical practice are anxiety disorders such as generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic, obsessive-compulsive disorder, mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, trauma-related disorders such as PTSD, and relationship issues. She takes a non-judgmental, empathic and evidence-based approach to her practice.

Samira obtained her Ph.D. degree in Psychology (Neuro-psychopathology) from Allameh Tabatabaei University and master’s degree in clinical psychology, and family therapy. She is also a certified clinical hypnotherapist from the University of Toronto. Samira has spent years in research at The Royal Mental Health Centre, the University of Ottawa with a focus on mind-wandering, rumination, and brain imaging with individuals diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder and Bipolar Disorder as her Ph.D. thesis. She has taught psychological courses in universities for bachelor’s and master’s degree students and delivered various workshops to the public on practical and psychoeducational topics.

She has been a board member of the Anxiety Disorders Association of Ontario and helped in developing a preventive program for adolescents. At CBT Associates, Samira works with adults and provides a safe environment for them to create therapeutic changes.

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.

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