Psychotherapy Services

Supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, life transitions, and more—with a personalized, client-centred approach.

Therapy Services Offered

Personalized therapy for adults, focusing on anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship challenges.

Individual Therapy Sessions

Individual therapy provides space to work through stress, low mood, and other life difficulties at your own pace. Each session is grounded in empathy, respect, and a client-centred approach.

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Couples Therapy Sessions

Therapy for couples helps address patterns of disconnection, conflict, or emotional distance. The process is grounded in compassion and designed to support both partners in feeling heard and valued.

Virtual therapy offers the flexibility to receive support from the comfort of your home. Sessions are personalized and grounded in the same empathetic, client-centred approach as in-person therapy.

Virtual Therapy Sessions

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Our Therapy Approaches

We draw from a diverse set of therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, Gestalt, and psychoanalytic approaches, to create a personalized path for healing and growth.

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CBT Therapy

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps you identify and change unhelpful thoughts, behaviours, and patterns. It’s a structured, goal-oriented approach proven effective for anxiety, depression, and stress.

DBT Therapy

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) helps you manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and build distress tolerance. It combines acceptance and change strategies to support emotional balance.

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Psychoanalytic Therapy

Psychoanalytic therapy explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape your thoughts, feelings, and relationships today. It supports deep self-understanding and long-term emotional growth.

Mindfulness Therapy

Mindfulness therapy supports you in slowing down and tuning into your thoughts, feelings, and body with curiosity and care. It can help reduce anxiety, improve focus, and enhance overall well-being.

Gestalt Therapy

Gestalt therapy encourages deeper self-understanding by exploring your present experiences and emotions. It emphasizes personal growth, authenticity, and awareness.

Neurofeedback Therapy

Neurofeedback Therapy helps your brain learn to regulate itself by providing real-time feedback on brainwave activity. This process supports lasting changes in mood, focus, and emotional balance, and can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma.

Get in touch

Have questions or ready to begin your therapy journey? Get in touch—we’re here to help.

Phone

(647)-410-6678

Email

info@rootsandtalesclinic.com

Our Team

Meet the heart of our practice—a team of skilled therapists committed to helping you feel heard, supported, and empowered.

Masoud Ahmadi

Psychotherapist, MA Educational Psychology

Masoud specializes in educational psychology, mental health prevention, and psychoanalysis. Since 2016, he has led nature-based programs, helping individuals navigate their inner worlds and achieve mental well-being.

Mina Esfandiari

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA Clinical Psychology, MA Gender and Social Justice Studies

With nearly a decade of experience, Mina is a trauma-informed Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, C-PTSD, and issues like sex, immigration, grief, and adoption.

Psychotherapist In Training, MSc. Psychology, MA Education

Kristina is an experienced psychotherapist, specializing in helping youth and adults navigate life’s challenges. She uses an integrative approach, combining CBT, Interpersonal Therapy, and Gestalt Therapy to address anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life transitions.

Kristina Kutsitaru

Mohammad Barzegari

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MSc. Clinical Psychology

With over seven years of experience, Mohammad is a trauma-informed psychotherapist specializing in adolescents, young adults, and adults. He uses IFS, DBT, and ACT to help clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues.

Nafiseh Shahidi

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Nafiseh has eight years of experience and a Master’s in Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychology. She specializes in anxiety, depression, grief, childhood disorders, and relational struggles, using an eclectic approach with CBT, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness.

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) & Neuroscience Therapist

With 17 years of experience, Maryam supports individuals using a tailored, evidence-based approach. She blends play therapy, CBT, mindfulness, and neuroscience-based techniques to foster emotional regulation, confidence, and resilience.

Maryam Rouzbahani

Frequently Asked Questions

How are you different from other therapy clinics?

Our clinic offers personalized therapy for adults, using a client-centred, integrative approach that blends both Western and Eastern schools of psychology.

We specialize in addressing issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges, providing clients with the best of both therapeutic traditions. Our team creates a compassionate, inclusive space for healing and personal growth, supporting you in achieving meaningful, lasting change.

Do you offer in-person sessions? If so, where?

We do! We are located at 9040 Leslie St, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3M4, Unit 9, Main Floor. We also offer virtual sessions from the comfort of your home.

What is your therapy process like?

Our therapy process is simple and designed to meet your unique needs:

Free Consultation: Begin with a free, no-commitment consultation where we discuss your goals and introduce our approach.

Therapist Matching: We carefully match you with the therapist best suited to your needs. The first session builds trust and lays the foundation for a personalized treatment plan, available both in-person and virtually.

Personalized Therapy Plan: As you progress, we adjust your therapy plan to meet your changing needs, incorporating different modalities and approaches to ensure continued growth.

Empowering Independence: Our goal is to help you build resilience and confidence, gradually reducing your need for therapy as you gain the tools to handle life’s challenges on your own.

Do you offer online sessions?

We do! We offer online therapy sessions from the comfort of your home. All you'll need is a stable internet connection and a private space to participate.

How can I make an appointment?

Contact us today, book an appointment online, or call us at (647) 410-6678. We'll match you with a therapist tailored to your needs and help you take the first step toward meaningful change.

Is therapy covered by insurance?

Psychotherapy is covered by most extended health benefit plans provided by workplace benefit plans or benefit plans which you pay into monthly.

Is therapy confidential?

Yes. Therapy is completely confidential. We only share information with others if you provide written consent or if there’s a concern for your safety or someone else’s. Your privacy and trust are central to the therapeutic process.

Clinic Location

9040 Leslie St, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3M4

Hours:
Monday - Friday
8.30 am - 8 pm

Saturday
9 am - 6 pm

Contact Information:
(647)-410-6678
info@rootsandtalesclinic.com

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