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Zahra Rezazadehmirab
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MSc, RP, OSRP
Verified Verified
When we avoid what we need to face, we suffer the symptoms that bring us to therapy. We are wired to bear the pain of real life, but our psychological suffering can be unboreable. Sigmund Freud called psychotherapy “a cure through love” and I truly believe in this. The wounds that accrued in a relationship must be healed in a relationship. A relationship where the therapist doesn’t talk “at us” but “with us.” I believe all individuals can develop into mature, fully realized adults. However, inner or outer obstacles can make this path difficult. My role has always been to support my clients to remove these obstacles.
When we avoid what we need to face, we suffer the symptoms that bring us to therapy. We are wired to bear the pain of real life, but our psychological suffering can be unboreable. Sigmund Freud called psychotherapy “a cure through love” and I truly believe in this. The wounds that accrued in a relationship must be healed in a relationship. A relationship where the therapist doesn’t talk “at us” but “with us.” I believe all individuals can develop into mature, fully realized adults. However, inner or outer obstacles can make this path difficult. My role has always been to support my clients to remove these obstacles.
(289) 217-9034 View (289) 217-9034
Photo of Shaahin (Ghaffar) Malek Khosravi, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in L4C, ON
Shaahin (Ghaffar) Malek Khosravi
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), PhD, RP(Q), OAMHP
Verified Verified
Sometimes we are mentally injured by events or accidents in our lives; they can cause shallow or deep wounds and trauma to our emotions. In some cases, we scratch our wounds unconsciously and worsen them instead of accepting and healing them compassionately. Uncompassionate focus on our injuries or pain can negatively impact our quality of life. They may bring stress, anxiety, depression, and other uncomfortable feelings. Counselling can soothe wounds and ease pain. I try to help you heal those wounds and improve your health. I will be there with you throughout this journey by listening to you and gaining insight together.
Sometimes we are mentally injured by events or accidents in our lives; they can cause shallow or deep wounds and trauma to our emotions. In some cases, we scratch our wounds unconsciously and worsen them instead of accepting and healing them compassionately. Uncompassionate focus on our injuries or pain can negatively impact our quality of life. They may bring stress, anxiety, depression, and other uncomfortable feelings. Counselling can soothe wounds and ease pain. I try to help you heal those wounds and improve your health. I will be there with you throughout this journey by listening to you and gaining insight together.
(289) 597-9080 View (289) 597-9080
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Lia Khalili
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, BS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Embark on a journey towards a fulfilling life with over fifteen years of expertise guiding you. As an experienced registered psychotherapist, I specialize in empowering individuals to overcome life's obstacles and unlock their full potential. Whether navigating relationships, academics, self-esteem, trauma or psychological distress, I offer personalized counseling tailored to your needs. I probe beyond symptoms, exploring problem roots from various perspectives to craft comprehensive and effective treatment plans. Leveraging profound insights into child psychology, I develop new therapeutic methods for adults and children.
Embark on a journey towards a fulfilling life with over fifteen years of expertise guiding you. As an experienced registered psychotherapist, I specialize in empowering individuals to overcome life's obstacles and unlock their full potential. Whether navigating relationships, academics, self-esteem, trauma or psychological distress, I offer personalized counseling tailored to your needs. I probe beyond symptoms, exploring problem roots from various perspectives to craft comprehensive and effective treatment plans. Leveraging profound insights into child psychology, I develop new therapeutic methods for adults and children.
(289) 807-0818 View (289) 807-0818
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Lara Korh
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, ON L4C  (Online Only)
I offer remote psychotherapy to help you manage any arising issues and provide you with comforting space while we explore the possibility to restore balance in your life. If you are struggling emotionally, these exceptional times are an opportunity to discover what may be blocking your bliss and mental well-being. Together we'll find the way how to support and help you understand your thoughts and feelings or to better your relationship dynamics.
I offer remote psychotherapy to help you manage any arising issues and provide you with comforting space while we explore the possibility to restore balance in your life. If you are struggling emotionally, these exceptional times are an opportunity to discover what may be blocking your bliss and mental well-being. Together we'll find the way how to support and help you understand your thoughts and feelings or to better your relationship dynamics.
(647) 931-6563 View (647) 931-6563

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Does psychoanalytic therapy work?

Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviours. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.

How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?

Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behaviour is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.

Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?

Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.

Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?

Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.