Leila Sarhadi, MA.,
Certified Canadian Counsellor, OTSTCFQ

Leila's Story 

I am a skilled and compassionate counselor dedicated to providing tailored therapy services for individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in relationship distress, trauma, grief, and, and I proudly support diverse cultural and immigrant communities in English, French, and Farsi. My empathetic approach and cultural sensitivity make me a trusted partner in your healing journey.

Approach 

My approach is holistic and integrative, combining various evidence-based modalities.

​How can Leila help you?

• Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address anxiety and emotional challenges

• Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) to enhance emotional connection in relationships

• Mindfulness techniques for stress reduction and emotional regulation

• Humanistic approaches that prioritize individual experiences

• Specialized expertise in couple therapy using the Gottman Method for improving communication, rebuilding trust, and restoring intimacy

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Leila creates a safe and compassionate environment for clients to explore their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Her multifaceted approach ensures personalized care tailored to each client's unique needs.

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Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Couple and Individual Therapy, School of Counselling, Psychotherapy, and Spirituality, Saint Paul University

• Bachelor of Applied Science in Social Sciences (Intervention), Université de Montréal

• Certificate in ILF Neurofeedback

• Certificate in Gottman Method Couples Therapy

• Certificate in Emotionally Focused Therapy, International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy

• Certificate in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Complex Relational Trauma, Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre​​

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Professional Associations and Training

• Licensed Couple and Family Therapist with the Quebec Order of Social Workers and Marriage and Family Therapists (OTSTCFQ)

• Canadian Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (CCPA)

• Member, Inner Health Coalition HCP by Dr. Joe Dispenza​​

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Languages

​English, French and Farsi ​​​​

​Key Areas of Focus

• Developmental Trauma 

• Grief and Loss

• Conflict Resolution & Healthy Communication

• Families in Crisis

• Parent Coaching  

• Intergenerational Trauma

• Grief and Loss

• Anger 

• Interpersonal Relationships

• Depression and Anxiety

• Life Transitions

• Stress and Burnout

• Self-Care and Self-Compassion

• Self-Esteem and Identity​​​