Psychotherapy & Counseling - Amarjith Balakrishnan

A Malayali Psychotherapist and Mental Health Counsellor practicing at Family Services York Region and Canadian Centre for Men and Families in Toronto. Registered Psychotherapist with College of Registered Psychotherapists Ontario, Member of Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals (OAMHP) and Indian Association of Clinical Psychologists (IACP).

I am a committed Psychotherapy/Mental Health Professional, trained in Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Yoga and Meditation. I have Worked in different settings such as mental rehab centers, schools, commercial/public/Government organizations and private practices, providing individual therapy (depression, anxiety, PTSD, Trauma, HIV, suicidal thoughts, LGBTQ community),stress management group therapy and psychoeducation. The modalities that I use include CBT,DBT, MBCT, mindfulness, person centered therapy etc.
I have always had a passion to work with and provide support for marginalized and diverse populations like Immigrants and Refugees, Men who have experienced domestic violence and abuse, Culturally and socio-economically diverse groups, people with Mental Health and Substance Use issues, LGBTQI2S+ community members, etc. I have been working through a holistic approach with Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Meditation and Yoga.
I have tried to equip myself with additional training in these areas provided by institutions and organizations like CAMH, CHMA, Adler, UofT, CTRI, OCASI and Yoga and Meditation schools in India.

Issues and populations I work with:

Areas/Issues:
· Anxiety, Depression, Panic
· Social phobia, OCD, ADHD, Body Image
· Addictions
· Trauma, PTSD
· Sleep Issues, Insomnia
· Wellness, Lifestyle, Yoga, Mindfulness
. Family/Couples Counselling

Communities/Populations:
· Immigrants & Refugees- Trauma, Multicultural, adjustment, diversity issues
· Men & Family – Male exp. separation, male victims of Domestic Violence & abuse · LGBTQ community
· Adolescents, Adults, International students
Services are provided in Malayalam, English and Hindi.

Insurance / Benefits coverage: Please check with your employer/insurance company if your package covers a Psychotherapist’s Service. Invoice will be provided for Claims.