Dr. Polly Chawla
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Dr. Polly Chawla
Choosing to embark on a therapeutic journey is never a small step. It requires time, effort, emotion, and courage. When someone seeks help, it’s not just for the sake of talking—they are looking for a professional fully invested in their well-being.
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I am committed to being genuine, present, and fully attentive to my clients. I strive to understand and validate their experiences, accompanying them through struggles, growth, and transformation. Holding space for this journey is at the heart of my work. I believe every individual has the potential to create positive change, and my mission is to equip clients with the tools to make that change sustainable.
Training & Qualifications
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist and completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from New Delhi in 2011. With nearly twenty years of diverse experience, I began my career internationally in Africa and Asia before settling in North America. This work has enhanced my cross-cultural competence and ability to work effectively in diverse environments.
I am a certified EMDR therapist and use multiple therapeutic modalities to support veterans, first responders, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community facing a broad range of mental health challenges. I have specialized training in psychotic spectrum disorders, borderline traits and emotional dysregulation, mood and anxiety disorders, and recovery from motor vehicle and workplace accidents.
My approach includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and trauma-focused interventions. At the core of my work is the belief that everyone has the ability to live a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Languages:
English, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, Bengali
Types of Therapy:
CBT, DBT, EMDR, ERP, IFS, Trauma-Focused
Client Focus:
Adults, individuals, veterans, first responders, immigrants/refugees
Areas of Interest & Specialty:
Anxiety, depression, identity issues, grief and loss, PTSD/trauma, relationship challenges, psychotic spectrum disorders, borderline traits and emotional dysregulation, mood and anxiety disorders, motor vehicle and workplace accidents
“It’s okay not to be okay” – Polly
“Knowing your limitations is your strength” – Polly
Services & prices
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If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Can be billed toWorkers' compensation
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Mindfulness & behavioural techniques aimed to modify one's thoughts and feelings while taking committed action toward a meaningful and values-driven life.
Can be billed toWorkers' compensation
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
In-Person - Trauma Focused Treatment with a Canadian Certified Counsellor / Therapist - 60 Mins If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits, please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
In-Person - Provisional Psychologist - 60 Mins - Trauma Focused Therapy
In-Person - Trauma Focused Treatment with a Psychologist
In-Person - Registered Psychologist - Senior Therapist - 2 hrs - Trauma Treatment
In-Person Trauma Focused Therapy - 60 Mins - Registered Psychologist - Senior Therapist
In-Person - Social Worker / Therapist - 60 Mins - Trauma Focused Therapy
The purpose of the No-Cost Intake Phone Call is for our Client Intake Team to assist new clients in learning about our services and finding the best match with a therapist. All our therapists offer qualified and professional treatments, each treating a variety of presenting issues and populations.
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Can be billed toWorkers' compensation
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Mindfulness & behavioural techniques aimed to modify one's thoughts and feelings while taking committed action toward a meaningful and values-driven life.
Can be billed toWorkers' compensation
Phone - 60 Mins - Psychologist / Therapist
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Phone - Canadian Certified Counsellor - 60 Mins - Psychological Treatment If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits, please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Phone - Provisional Psychologist - 60 Mins - Trauma Treatment
Phone - Psychologist - 60 Mins
Phone - Registered Psychologist - Senior Therapist - 60 Mins - Trauma Treatment
Phone - Social Worker / Therapist - 60 Mins - Trauma Treatment
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Can be billed toWorkers' compensation
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
Can be billed toMotor vehicle claim
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Mindfulness & behavioural techniques aimed to modify one's thoughts and feelings while taking committed action toward a meaningful and values-driven life.
Can be billed toWorkers' compensation
If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits (e.g., Blue Cross, GreenShield, etc), please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Virtual - Canadian Certified Counsellor - 60 Mins - Psychological Treatment If you plan to use your Extended Health Benefits, please verify that your plan accepts invoices from a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). This will ensure you can submit paid invoices for reimbursement.
Virtual - Provisional Psychologist - 60 Mins - Trauma Focused Therapy
Virtual Appt - Trauma Focused Treatment with a Psychologist - 60 Mins
Virtual - Registered Psychologist - Senior Therapist - 60 Mins - Trauma Focused Therapy
Virtual - Social Worker / Therapist - 60 Mins - Trauma Focused Therapy
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