About Dayna
It can be overwhelming to untangle the web of both internal and external experiences that have led you to the place you're in, especially the ones you have no control over. You may feel powerless, hopeless, and confused about how to move forward.
I utilize a holistic and individualistic approach in order to understand you as a whole and meet you where you are. I strongly believe we are the result of our environment and the people around us and my role is to understand how these have shaped you into the person you've become. Once we identify how culture, society, and our history has formed our inner world then we can start to unlearn some of our thoughts and beliefs that have become unhealthy for us. Therapy is a collaborative process where we will work together to identify your strengths and common pitfalls in order to take back control over your own life.
I strive to create a compassionate, non judgemental, and safe environment where you will feel seen and heard. I bring a trauma-informed and culturally-sensitive approach to the work we do together. Our work will be client-centred, where you will be supported and slightly challenged, to allow for maximum personal growth. Your well-being is my priority and you will be treated as such. Together, we will use evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and Psychodynamic therapy and tailor them to suit your own personal problems, needs, and strengths.
At Therapy Villa, I am a Clinical Therapist providing therapy under the supervision of Ms. Niyati Gandhi, M.A., C.Psych. I am currently completing my Master of Psychology at Adler Graduate Professional School in Clinical Psychology. Over the past few years I have been volunteering as a crisis responder with Kids Help Phone providing support for clients facing a variety of issues such as suicidality, sexual assault, trauma, and general life difficulties. I completed my Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, with a research specialization and minor in Religion & Culture, at Wilfrid Laurier University. I have done extensive research in substance use and addiction and multicultural influences on mental health and recovery.
###Client Focus
- Individual Adults
- Couples
###Areas of Expertise
- Anxiety and Panic
- Stress Management
- Depression
- Relationship Concerns
- Life Transitions
- Identity and Self Esteem Issues
- Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diversity
- Trauma and PTSD
- Cultural Diversity Issues
###Training
- Master of Psychology in Clinical Psychology, Adler Graduate Professional School, Toronto
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo
###Professional Association Memberships
- Ontario Psychological Association
###Languages
- English
###More Than Just My Work…
Outside of my work, I enjoy learning new hobbies and keeping myself as busy as possible. I'm a dance teacher, own a small business, and this year I've been learning how to DJ. I love watching horror movies (with my cat), thrifting, and taking naps when I can find the time.
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