At Wellnest, we offer compassionate, culturally informed psychotherapy services for individuals, couples, and families in Brampton and across Canada.

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Anisa offers therapy to adolescents and adults. She utilizes client-centred, holistic,trauma-informed and anti-oppressive approaches.
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Mahnoor has an extensive experience working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, OCD...
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Faiza specializes in providing individual therapy to adolescents and adults with Depression, Anxiety, Trauma.
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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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Every day I work with individuals feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns that negatively impact goals and relationships.
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I utilize an empathetic, culturally sensitive, person-centred, and strengths-based approach to therapy.
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I am originally from the Middle East and speak Arabic and English fluently, which allows me to effectively engage with diverse populations.
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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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When working with Zainib, you will find that her approach to therapy is collaborative, client-centred & trauma-informed.
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Beidan Hassan is a Registered Social Worker who received her Masters of Social Work from the University of Toronto
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Drawing from various evidence-based practices, my approach to therapy is trauma-informed, solution-focused, and strengths-based.
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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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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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Helps you identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviours that impact how you feel.
Teach you to slow down, become more present, and respond to stress with greater awareness and care.
Supports you in understanding, expressing, and healing through your emotions in a safe space.
Combines acceptance and change strategies to help with intense emotions, relationships, and coping.
Recognizes how trauma shapes your experiences and centres safety, choice, and empowerment in the healing process.
Connects body and mind by using gentle awareness and movement to support nervous system regulation and healing.
A therapy that helps the brain reprocess and release distress from traumatic or overwhelming experiences.
All clinicians are regulated by BCACC, RCC, CCC, MSW, or RSW credentials and support clients across Canada, including those living on Musqueam and Squamish territories.
Each therapist brings specialized training, including trauma-informed care, emotionally focused therapy, and culturally responsive practice.
To get started with virtual therapy, we suggest these initial steps:
Learn about our team and pick a therapist you feel is a good fit for your needs.
Book a free 15-minute phone consultation.
Complete an initial assessment to help determine your wellness goals.
Our team of licensed clinicians—including registered psychotherapists and registered social workers (RSWs)—provide care grounded in empathy, clinical excellence, and respect for cultural and faith-based identities.Whether you’re navigating life transitions, relationship stress, trauma, or emotional overwhelm, our therapists are here to support your mental health and overall wellness in a safe, affirming space.
Many individuals within the Muslim community face unique challenges related to identity, generational expectations, family dynamics, and faith. Our approach recognizes how cultural background, religion, and lived experience shape emotional well-being.
At Wellnest, we offer culturally sensitive counselling services that integrate evidence-based psychology with a deep understanding of Muslim values. Clients often seek support for anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship difficulties, and personal growth while navigating the expectations of family and community.We provide both in-person sessions in Brampton and online therapy across Ontario, ensuring accessible care for diverse needs.
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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We believe healing is not one-size-fits-all. Our clinicians use a client-centered, collaborative approach grounded in evidence-based practice and cultural awareness.
Therapeutic approaches include:
Each therapist tailors their modality to your goals, values, and lived experiences — whether you're seeking clarity, emotional regulation, or deeper self-understanding.
Areas we generally support (but not exclusive to):
We also work with individuals seeking support around faith, belonging, and navigating cultural expectations while maintaining autonomy and authenticity.
We also support young adults, couples, and families navigating complex emotional landscapes.
Working with a Muslim therapist can provide a sense of safety, understanding, and shared cultural context. Many clients find it easier to explore sensitive topics—such as faith, family roles, or values—when their therapist understands these nuances without explanation.
Our therapists integrate faith-based awareness when desired, while maintaining professional, evidence-based care. This balance allows clients to explore healing in a way that aligns with their beliefs and lived realities.
Many individuals navigating life’s challenges—such as career changes, family expectations, or shifting identities—experience emotional overwhelm. Therapy provides a safe space to explore these transitions with support, especially when navigating complex cultural or relational expectations within south asian or Muslim communities.
Psychotherapy helps you explore emotions, build coping skills, and process experiences through modalities like CBT, DBT, EMDR, EFT, and psychodynamic therapy.
An effective therapist demonstrates empathy, cultural humility, professional training, and respects both your faith and autonomy. They collaborate rather than impose beliefs.
No referral is required. You can directly book with one of our therapists, including clinicians registered with the CRPO or as a registered social worker. Whether you’re seeking support for everyday stress or deeper emotional concerns, our team is here to help.
Yes. Research shows that online therapy can be just as effective as in-person care for many concerns, including anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Our therapists can incorporate faith when desired, but therapy is never prescriptive. Some clients appreciate integrating spiritual reflections or guidance from an imam, while others prefer a secular approach. We tailor care to your comfort and goals.
Wellnest offers access to Muslim therapists who understand the cultural contexts of clients from Brampton and nearby areas like Mississauga and Toronto. Our clinicians provide compassionate, evidence-based care grounded in cultural awareness.
You can explore our team of therapists above or contact our intake team to be matched with someone aligned with your needs. We support clients across Brampton, Mississauga, and surrounding regions through virtual sessions.
Yes. We offer family counselling and couples therapy to support communication, conflict resolution, and emotional connection. These services are especially helpful during periods of change or relational strain.
Absolutely. Therapy can help individuals and families address conflict, set boundaries, and improve communication—especially in cases involving intergenerational stress or domestic violence, where safety and support are critical.
Yes. Our clinicians work with adolescents, adults, and families, and many have training in working with diverse cultural and linguistic communities, including those who speak Farsi, Arabic, Urdu and Hindi.
Our team includes clinicians with advanced degrees such as MSW, MSc, and MACP, and registrations including CRPO and RSW. Many use strength-based and trauma-informed approaches to support healing.
Yes. In addition to Brampton, we serve clients across Mississauga, Toronto, and throughout Canada via secure online therapy.
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
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.

Wellnest
415 Yonge St, Suite #1604, Toronto, ON, M5B 2E7
Monday 8 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 8 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 8 AM–8 PM
Thursday 8 AM–8 PM
Friday 8 AM–8 PM
Saturday 8 AM–6 PM
Sunday 8 AM–6 PM
We offer multiple ways you can pay for your therapy sessions here at Wellnest.
Find out if your insurance covers therapy
We accept credit card and Visa debt
Available by request and need
Some insurance providers cover therapy, please check with your insurance provider to see if they cover therapy.


