Yulia completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychotherapy at Yorkville University. She is also a Certified Life Coach (CLC) and Certified Health Coach (CHC) through the Health Coach Institute. Her approach and education are focused on trauma-informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based modalities such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Somatic Trauma Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She holds a certificate in Somatic Trauma Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (EFTC).

Starting her training at the not-for-profit organization, where she worked with various populations of individuals, including those who are disadvantaged and often present with complex concerns, Yulia continued working with adult populations of various backgrounds, providing compassionate and culturally sensitive services. Yulia is passionate about helping and supporting individuals on their journey to recovery every step of the way, offering a safe, non-judgemental and warm environment to explore their feelings and thoughts, facilitating healing, and helping them achieve their personal goals. Yulia focuses on helping individuals navigate a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, excessive worry, anger management, and relationship issues, as well as providing counselling to those who have experienced violence and abuse. In her free time, Yulia enjoys spending quality time with her husband and two children, exploring nature, watching movies, attending theatre performances with friends, and swimming.

Education and Certifications

• Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) (2024) – College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario

• Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (2024) – Yorkville University

• Somatic Trauma Therapy Certificate (2024)

• Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples, EFTC (2024)

• 2-Day Intensive Anger Management Webinar (2024)

• Trauma Treatment Certification Training, CCTP (2023)

• Acceptance & Commitment Therapy: 2-Day Intensive ACT Training (2023)

• Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) Level 1 Certificate (2023)

• 2-Day Anxiety Certification Course (2023)

• Transforming Trauma with Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy, EFIT (2023)

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Training: Master the Core Skills and Competencies of CBT (2022)

• Certified Life Coach (2019) – Health Coach Institute

• Certified Health Coach (2019) – Health Coach Institute

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Are you struggling to adjust to a new reality, a chronic illness, a terminal illness diagnosis, infertility or pregnancy loss, a change in your family, profession, or home? Are you a caregiver for someone you love? Are you experiencing grief following the loss of a loved one? When the challenges in life feel overwhelming, it can help to talk with someone.

Going through my own journey as a caregiver to someone living with a chronic illness, it struck me how overwhelming it feels when so much is out of our control. Some circumstances can’t be changed. At that time in my life, I was hesitant about the idea of therapy. I am extremely analytical and didn’t see how therapy could help, but I decided to give it a try. I learned that therapy isn’t about “fixing”, but about discovering ways to make peace, and even find joy, in the face of unchangeable challenges. It’s not about taking pain away, but reducing suffering. These experiences in my life inspired me to begin a new career at a later stage in life. I feel great honour in walking alongside people during the most challenging steps of their journey. I work with adults of all ages, faiths, genders, and sexual orientations and am passionate about working with seniors and older adults, as well as people like I was, who aren’t sure if therapy is right for them.

Professional Background I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) as a practicum student working towards a Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. Psychotherapy is a second career for me following many years working in schools supporting students with special needs. When my first child was born I took time away from my career to be a mom, and a caregiver for a loved one. My journey to embracing therapy was a reluctant one, but one that I am incredibly grateful for, as it has helped me learn that therapy can help in ways that I never understood until I was there.

Inspired by my own experiences, and the experiences of those around me, I have sought out training and volunteer experiences in supporting people with chronic illnesses, long term COVID, infertility and pregnancy loss, hospice, grief, medical assistance in dying (MAiD), hospice, life transitions, neurodiversity, depression, and anxiety.

On a Personal Note… I am a wife and mother to two young children. Outside of therapy you’ll often find me in nature with my family on a hike, camping, kayaking, or taking photos. I am an enthusiastic nature and wildlife photographer. I play several instruments, none very well, and every now and then you might find me swing dancing. I love to bake and believe that brownies are better than cookies!

I believe that the choice to explore therapy is a brave one, and that if we work together, your strengths and wishes will guide the work we do. Each person is unique, and the path they travel is unique. I invite you to join me in a free consultation to discover whether I might be the right person to walk this path with you.

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Hi, I’m Nina (she, her)

I am currently accepting new clients.

Are you just not feeling like yourself? Sometimes in life we go from swimming to feeling like we are about to drown. We might encounter huge bumps in our road. Obstacles may arise, and the people in our circles just can’t help in the way we need. ​You may feel isolated, challenged, even overwhelmed.

In times like these it can help to talk to someone to identify where the challenges lie, map out reasonable steps forward, and build a plan back towards contentment. I can help.

Professional Background My career choices have always been in caretaking roles. I have worked as a coach, as an educator, and now as a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). Through my lived experiences and through my ongoing learning, I have gained valuable insight and knowledge about the world we live in. I strive to meet people with compassion, wherein I come open to learn about their experiences and relationships, sit with them through the emotions that come with those memories, and then, when they are ready, find their right path forward. These journeys can be difficult, and I deeply appreciate and value the trust and genuine care needed to seek out support. I am passionate about providing people with the space they need to feel completely safe and comfortable to share, and to truly feel heard, understood, and validated

I work with children, youth, and adults, and couples of all faiths, genders, and sexual orientations. My particular focus is with middle-aged women finding their authenticity in their changing self, whether that be in their body, mind, or relationships. I support singles in mid-age - learning to navigate life on their own. I also support athletes with performance blockages and anxiety, along with those in recovery from injuries or surgeries. As a practicing elementary teacher, I come with lived experience of the challenges of the education sector, and support teachers with burn-out stress.

On a Personal Note I am a single mom of two adult children and a somewhat crazy German Shorthaired Pointer Pup. I am a painter, a novelist, a hiker, and a camper. I always love a bit of nature therapy for sure. I enjoy time in the garden or time in the woods, and always am up for a big mug of tea. ​ Considering Therapy? I’d be happy to meet to discuss what therapy can look like for you. Choosing to seek out therapy can be difficult, so those first steps might feel a bit intimidating. My belief is that we focus first on your comfort, at your pace, with your belief and values in mind, and work together to find a place that feels comfortable for you. My practice is to give you space to share, but also to gift you a sense of control in your journey. If this sounds like a good fit, reach out for a chat.

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