Thameena is a Social Worker who provides psychotherapy to adults experiencing challenging and painful life experiences. If you are considering therapy, you have already started down your path to self discovery. While it can be challenging at times, Thameena provides a safe and non-judgmental space, that fosters empathy, validation, and empowerment.

Thameena strives to build a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship with you. She is here to listen and help you reach your own life goals. You are the expert of your own life and Thameena is here to understand your experiences and support you in making meaningful and lasting changes.

She has worked with clients with various concerns such as; anxiety, depression, postpartum, stress/burnout, trauma, sexual violence, abuse, grief and loss, shame, relationships, life balance, school, post immigration issues, cultural and religion challenges, addictive behaviors and more. Thameena is very passionate about therapy and finds it a privilege to be part of your journey.

Thameena completed her Masters of Social Work from Carleton University. She also holds an Honours Bachelor of Sexuality, Marriage and Family Studies from the University of Waterloo, specializing in Women Studies.

Thameena works within a feminist, sex positive, culturally inclusive, trauma informed and holistic framework. Her psychotherapy approach comes from several modalities including; mindfulness practices, cognitive behavioral therapy, strengths based, narrative therapy, dialectic behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, grief recovery and empowerment and wellness support. You will also find plenty of humor with her. Thameena believes it is good to laugh even when we are struggling; it aids in healing and moving forward. She believes in the uniqueness of each individual and tailors her approach based on your needs and goals.

Her philosophy is, you have everything to gain by believing in yourself. Mental health, trauma, grief and painful feelings can leave us all feeling very stuck and lost in our own lives. She strives to build hope and resiliency that can help foster a healthy relationship with yourself. As you begin to heal and acknowledge your strengths, you will see just how much you are capable of.

Thameena believes in planting seeds of kindness and compassion in every client she encounters, because when you learn to accept those qualities in yourself, anything is possible. It is okay to build the life that you deserve. You are worth it.

“Courage doesn’t happen when you have all the answers. It happens when you are ready to face the questions you have been avoiding your whole life”- Shannon L. Alde