Anxiety Healing

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Welcome to the Anxiety Healing Clinic

Hello! My name is Adrian,

At the age of 17, I began to have chest pains that were so sharp I couldn’t breathe. I went to the doctor thinking there was something wrong with me. His answer: you’re just stressed.
I had no idea why I was anxious, and nothing seemed to help. Addictions were my coping mechanisms for anxiety, providing short-term relief despite the long-term consequences.
Eventually those consequences forced me to seek help, and I began my recovery journey. That was eight years ago. Therapy has been life changing for me – I became more calm, happy and connected, and I began to wonder if this was something I could do for others as well. I’m so grateful I chose this path; the journey has been remarkably rewarding.

My Experience

I volunteered for the last six years as an addictions’ counselor, working primarily with men. This experience led me to launch The Addictive Pod: How to Recover from Addiction.  I also worked for two years in the CAMH emergency department, helping to de-escalate situations and respond to crises. I became familiar with borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, suicidal ideation, and other mental health concerns. For the last year I have worked at PsyVitaliti Clinic as a student therapist providing virtual therapy for individuals struggling with anxiety, burnout, depression, and ADHD

Clinic Philosophy

Anxiety often stems from trauma—both from what individuals have experienced and what they have missed out on. Anxiety Healing is rooted in understanding how the past, in all its facets, has shaped a person’s current emotional state. I believe that acknowledging and addressing these deep-seated impacts is crucial for healing. To facilitate this, I incorporate Internal Family Systems therapy as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). My approach is compassionate and relational, aiming to empower individuals to reclaim control over their lives by healing the wounds of the past.

My Credentials

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) CRPO

Master of Psychology, Adler Graduate Professional School

Bachelor of Science, Psychology Major, University of Toronto

Motivational Interviewing, Level 1 – Dr. Jean Marc Assad

CBT Trained – PsyVitaliti

Trauma Informed Care Certificate – Adler Graduate Professional School

“The only way out is through.”

— Robert Frost