Degrees: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, minor in Sociology (Ryerson University). Master's degree in Social Work, specialization in Health & Mental Health (University of Toronto). Specialization in Integrative Mind-Body Approaches to Psychotherapy
First Year Practice:
2007
Languages Served:
English
Clinical Specialties:
Counselling/Therapy
Gender-Related Issues/Sexual Issues
Grief/Trauma/Loss
Mental Health/Addictions
NonClinical Specialties:
Consulting/Group Facilitation
Peer Supervision/Consultation
Conducting Workshops/Seminars
Age Groups Served:
Adolescents
Adults
Older Adults
Specialized Training:
I provide support and counselling services in a wide array of issues such as: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma & Abuse, PTSD, Addictions, Self-Esteem, Chronic Pain & Disability, Post-Settlement Experiences, Refugee and Immigration Adaptation, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Sexual Pleasure, Intergenerational Conflict and Family of Origin Issues, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Stress Management and Work/Life Balance. My approach to therapy is trauma-informed and trauma-focused, anti-oppressive, strengths-based and draws from intersectional feminist theory. I integrate mindfulness, CBT, narrative therapy, neuroscience, and mind/body approaches.
Personal Statement:
I am passionate and committed to the work I do as a Social Worker and Psychotherapist. I foster a safe refuge where you can begin to unpack your lived experiences free from judgment. While honouring your story, I offer support in exploring what is working and what is deterring you from where you would like to be. In doing so, pathways can be created to explore healthier ways to cope, live a more meaningful and authentic life, gain greater insight, and communicate your needs and boundaries with others. I strongly believe in an integrated approach to therapy which is informed on the awareness of the inseparability between the mind and body. I remain committed to expanding my knowledge in this area which emphasizes elements such as movement, intuitive eating, spirituality, alternate healing, lifestyle issues, and a wide range of mind-body modalities. My efforts in continuing to build on this have led me to obtain a Reiki Master certification, an Intensive Sex Therapy Training certificate from the University of Guelph, and working towards certification requirements in Sandplay Therapy from the Canadian Association for Sandplay Therapy. I am committed to professional and ethical practice. For more information visit my site www.jananyirathinam.com
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