Finding an Indian therapist in Toronto – Culturally Competent Care for You

Finding an Indian therapist in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) who understands South Asian cultural values, family dynamics, identity, and immigrant experiences can make therapy feel more relatable and supportive.

Wellnest Indian Therapists

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Manini Sheker

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I am a Toronto-based social worker and therapist providing a space to rest, to be seen, to renew oneself and mend one’s broken dignity.

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  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Racial Trauma
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Lisa Marajh

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Lisa approaches therapy from a trauma-informed and collaborative lens, striving to build a didactic relationship with her clients.

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  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Relationships
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Faiza Khokhar

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Faiza specializes in providing individual therapy to adolescents and adults with Depression, Anxiety, Trauma.

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  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Trauma
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Kaazmi Mansour

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I utilize an empathetic, culturally sensitive, person-centred, and strengths-based approach to therapy.

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  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma & PTSD
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Mahnoor Shaikh

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Mahnoor has an extensive experience working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, OCD...

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  • Trauma
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
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Farah Ahmed

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Farah has completed a Masters of Social Work degree from Ryerson University. Farah has completed a Masters of Social Work.

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  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Grief & Transitions
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Linah Hashimi

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I was born and raised in Montreal, Quebec to South Asian, Muslim parents. I did my undergraduate degree in Biology and Psychology at McGill

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  • Trauma
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
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Meccana Ali

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Meccana is a registered social worker with over 17 years of experience offering person-centered support and advocacy with families

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  • Trauma
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy with adolescents and emerging adults
  • ASIST Trained for Suicide Intervention 2017
  • Certificate for Competency-based Counselling Skills for direct intervention 2014
  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Certification
  • Traditionally Integrated Islamic Psychotherapy Certification
  • Family and Couples Counselling
  • Grief Literacy Training (L1 & L2)                                                                                                                                      
  • Eating Disorder in BIPOC Populations                      
  • ADHD + Clinical Practice
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Saamiyah Ali-Mohammed

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With a background in working with racialized communities, newcomers, and refugees at CAMH, I have gained valuable experience in supporting y

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  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • Anxiety

At Wellnest, our therapists offer several therapeutic models, including:

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

Helps you identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviours that impact how you feel.

Mindfulness-Based Therapies

Teach you to slow down, become more present, and respond to stress with greater awareness and care.

Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)

Supports you in understanding, expressing, and healing through your emotions in a safe space.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

Combines acceptance and change strategies to help with intense emotions, relationships, and coping.

Trauma-Informed Care

Recognizes how trauma shapes your experiences and centres safety, choice, and empowerment in the healing process.

Somatic Therapy

Connects body and mind by using gentle awareness and movement to support nervous system regulation and healing.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

A therapy that helps the brain reprocess and release distress from traumatic or overwhelming experiences.

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To get started with virtual therapy, we suggest these initial steps:

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    Learn about our team and pick a therapist you feel is a good fit for your needs.

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    Book a free 15-minute phone consultation.

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    Complete an initial assessment to help determine your wellness goals.

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Why Choose a South Asian / Indian Therapist in Toronto?

If you come from a South Asian background — or care deeply about culture, identity, and immigrant experiences — working with a therapist who understands those contexts can make a big difference. Our South Asian-aligned clinicians offer:Culturally sensitive, trauma-informed care

- Understanding of intergenerational pressures, immigrant identity, and family expectations

- Support for anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, self-esteem, and cultural identity struggles for BIPOC individuals

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Familiarity with South Asian languages (Hindi and Urdu), community norms, and family dynamics

- Use of evidence-based modalities (CBT, DBT, commitment therapy) balanced with cultural awareness and empathy

Whether you're navigating adjustment to life in Canada, balancing tradition and modern values, or healing from past trauma, these therapists offer care tailored to South Asian lived experience and identity.

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You won’t have to worry that certain traditions or values will be shocking to your therapist, and you won’t have to rationalize and defend your culture.

By matching with the right therapist who understands your positionality, you can spend less time “explaining yourself” and more time focusing on your treatment.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I switch therapists if I don’t feel a connection?

How does psychotherapy work?

How long will it take to feel better once I start therapy?

What is Psychotherapy?

Do Indian / South Asian therapists in Toronto work with adolescents?

Are sessions with an Indian / South Asian therapist covered by insurance?

Are Indian / South Asian therapists trained to support LGBTQ+ clients?

Do Indian / South Asian therapists in Toronto offer virtual sessions?

What are the benefits of working with an Indian / South Asian therapist in Toronto?

What services are available through this network?

Why choose a South Asian counsellor in Toronto?

Where can I find an Indian therapist in Toronto who understands cultural nuances?

If you have any other questions, check out our FAQ page. You can also reach out to us at info@wellnest.ca or call/text us at 437-333-WELL(9355).

Our Commitment to Our Communities

We foster environments that honour different identities, journeys and values.

For far too long, people of colour have been underrepresented in the mental health space, both as providers of psychotherapy services and seekers of those services.Our lived experiences and observations led us to understand that one of the most fundamental areas of change needed in our field is for better representation of its professionals. We want people, no matter their journey or their identity, to feel seen and heard as they navigate their healing.

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Offering mental health services in-person and across Canada online

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Ways to pay for therapy

We offer multiple ways you can pay for your therapy sessions here at Wellnest.

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We accept credit card and Visa debt

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Some insurance providers cover therapy, please check with your insurance provider to see if they cover therapy.