Merna Tawfik
About Merna
Their own wordsMerna Tawfik, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), brings extensive experience across therapeutic, hospital, academic, developmental, community, and assessment-based settings. She has supported both children and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, mood concerns, chronic illness, neurodivergence, and complex life transitions. With a background in research and psychoeducational assessment, Merna approaches each client’s story with clinical curiosity, compassion, and deep respect for their lived experience.
Merna implements play therapy for children ages 5-10, using developmentally appropriate approaches such as play, art, storytelling, and creative expression to help children process emotions, build resilience, and strengthen coping skills. She also works with teens and adults through gentle, reflective, and collaborative talk therapy.
Her therapeutic work integrates Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Trauma-Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Attachment-Based Therapy. She supports clients experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, complex trauma and abuse recovery, depression, grief and loss, chronic illness and health anxiety, neurodivergence, phobias, inner child concerns, and cultural identity stressors.
Merna offers therapy in both English and Arabic and is committed to providing inclusive, culturally responsive, and strength-based care. Her approach emphasizes safety, trust, nervous system regulation, and helping clients reconnect with their inner strengths rather than trying to “fix” who they are.
She strives to create a calm, welcoming therapeutic space where clients leave feeling lighter, more understood, and more connected to themselves.
- Often treats
- Behavioral IssuesBullyingDivorceEmotion RegulationLearning DisabilitiesOppositional Defiance (ODD)ParentingSelf EsteemSelf-harming or suicidal behavior
- Sees
- Adults (18+) · Children (under 12) · Pediatrics
- Credentials
- Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (M.ACP.)
- Member of
- College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Services & prices
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Extended sessionFollow-up
“Extended sessions can be beneficial in many ways. Having more time, can help to build the therapeutic relationship, it can allow for more time for processing, it can allow more flexibility for those who cannot attend weekly sessions, or for situations where time is limited.”Individual Therapy
2 optionsParent/Guardian InterviewNew patient
“The journey begins with the guardian attending the initial session. This allows the therapist to establish a connection with the family and understand their perspective.
During this session, the guardian shares insights into the child's daily routine. This helps the therapist understand the child's environment and the context within which they are experiencing challenges.
Guardians also use this time to express their expectations for therapy and describe the specific challenges the child has been facing. This information lays the foundation for the therapist's approach.”Parent/Guardian Interview (Appointment)New patient
“The journey begins with the guardian attending the initial session. This allows the therapist to establish a connection with the family and understand their perspective.
During this session, the guardian shares insights into the child's daily routine. This helps the therapist understand the child's environment and the context within which they are experiencing challenges.
Guardians also use this time to express their expectations for therapy and describe the specific challenges the child has been facing. This information lays the foundation for the therapist's approach.”Child Session (5-10)
“The therapist conducts a session with the child, aiming to establish a trusting and supportive relationship. This session is essential in creating a safe space for the child to open up and feel comfortable with the therapist.
During this session, the therapist also begins assessing some of the concerns the guardian referred too. This may involve observing the child's behaviour, emotions, and responses in a controlled environment.”Complimentary consultationNew patient
“This is a video call. You will receive a link via email prior to your appointment time. Calls usually last 15-20 minutes.”2 optionsPreTeen Session 11-12
“The therapist conducts a session with the child, aiming to establish a trusting and supportive relationship. This session is essential in creating a safe space for the child to open up and feel comfortable with the therapist.
During this session, the therapist also begins assessing some of the concerns the guardian referred too. This may involve observing the child's behaviour, emotions, and responses in a controlled environment.”Direct billing accepted
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