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Alicia Gandhi

She/Her
Associate Therapist | MA | Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) 

English, Punjabi & Hindi 
| $160 | Limited Sliding Scale​

Accepting New Clients

Evenings and Saturdays

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Approach

Have you ever found yourself replaying a conversation long after it’s ended, saying yes when you really wanted to say no, or wondering why certain situations seem to bring out the same reactions in you? Sometimes we know something isn’t working, but figuring out what to do differently is another story.

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I believe that understanding our thoughts, feelings, and responses can help us make sense of our experiences and create meaningful change. In therapy, we’ll explore these patterns together with curiosity and compassion. As your therapist, I like asking questions, connecting the dots, and exploring the things we might not immediately recognize about ourselves. I’m also not afraid to gently challenge a perspective or point out a pattern when I think it could be helpful.

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My style is conversational and down-to-earth. Some sessions might involve working through something difficult, while others might be about untangling a situation that’s been taking up far too much mental space. There may be moments of discomfort, reflection, and even humour. I don’t think every session needs to feel heavy to be valuable.

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I incorporate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and other evidence-based approaches depending on what you’re navigating. I enjoy helping people make connections between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, while finding realistic ways to approach situations differently.

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Ultimately, I’m interested in helping you understand yourself beyond the immediate problem that brought you to therapy. Not every situation has a straightforward answer, and I won’t pretend otherwise. But I do believe there’s value in asking better questions, considering different perspectives, and learning what works for you.

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I offer a free consultation so we can connect and see if we’re a good fit. I know reaching out isn’t always easy, so whether you’re ready to dive in or just curious about what therapy might look like, I’d be happy to connect and hear a little about you.

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Training & Education

  • MA in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University 

  • ​B.A. in Sociology from York University

  • Emotion-Focused Family Therapy: Core Clinician Training , Mission Empowerment

  • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy for Adolescents, PsychWire

  • Trauma-informed care training

  • CBT interventions for anxiety, OCD, emotion regulation, and eating disorders

  • Eating Disorders Treatment Training, Ontario Shores
     

Affiliations

  • The College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)

  • Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

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