Our Psychologists And Counsellors
Meet our team of warm and compassionate experts dedicated to providing mental health services using evidence-based interventions.
Meet Dr. Lavanya Sampasivam (Psychologist, Clinic Director)
HelloMy name is Lavanya Sampasivam.
I received my PhD from McGill University and have more than 15 years of training in psychology. My experiences include working at the Lester B. Pearson School Board, the Jewish General Hospital (JGF), the Douglas Hospital, and in private practice at Blake Psychology and the CBT Clinic. I regularly attend continuing education training ensuring I provide the best possible care. My areas of expertise include anxiety disorders, perfectionism, complex trauma, and difficulties with emotion regulation.
I understand that seeking help can be a challenging decision. I offer a warm and collaborative treatment approach. I believe that you are the expert in your own life! My role is to guide you by creating a safe space, asking the right questions, identifying patterns, and offering tools and insight, as needed, on your journey toward growth and self-actualization. I look forward to getting to know you and supporting you on your path toward a meaningful life!
Qualifications
PhD from McGill University
MA from McGill University
BSc in Honors Psychology from McGill University (Graduated with Distinction)
Member of the Ordre des Psychologues du Québec (OPQ)
Specialties
Anxiety disorders
Perfectionism
Complex trauma
Difficulties with emotion regulation
Availability
Virtual: Yes
In-Person: Yes
Languages
English
Tamil
Meet Ms. Rebecca Fox
(Counsellor)
Ms. Fox is a licensed Counsellor. She has five years of experience working with clients, using various therapeutic approaches, and addressing a range of difficulties. She is passionate about helping others and believes in having a strong therapeutic alliance with her clients.
Her main area of expertise is social anxiety and she is dedicated to helping individuals overcome their social phobias so that they can continue to live meaningful lives with the relationships and friendships they wish to make and maintain. She also specializes in career counselling and helping clients to identify possible schooling and career paths by exploring their interests, skills and values together.
Ms. Alexandra Tsipuras
(MA Counselling Student)
Ms. Tsipuras is in the final stages of completing her Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology. She is passionate about helping people live their best lives and grow into becoming their best selves, all while providing a safe and empathetic environment to do so. She recognizes and welcomes diversity and the opportunity to walk alongside clients in their joy and sorrow.
Her previous background and experience working in human resources have informed and fueled many of her present-day interests in psychology, such as burnout, perfectionism, anxiety, and depression. Unconditional positive regard, empathy, and genuineness are core aspects that will help guide person-centred therapy sessions with Alexandra.
