Aisha Abdi, MACP, RP (Qualifying)

Locations: Phone/Video
Disciplines: Individual Therapy
Languages: English and Somali
Top Specialties: Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, and Relationship Issues

Education
-Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University
-Certificate in Mental Health First Aid for Adults who Interact with Youth
-Trauma Informed Practice Training (Level 1)
-Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (Level 1)
-Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and French, Memorial University of Newfoundland
License and Memberships
-College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO): #12575
-Canadian Psychological Association (CPA): Student Affiliate

About Aisha

My approach to therapy is holistic, which means that I consider every aspect of my clients’ lives when creating a treatment plan. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, trauma, or you’re simply feeling lost, I will work with you to address the root cause of your struggles and develop effective coping strategies. However, therapy with me isn’t just about addressing problems. I also believe that therapy is a positive and empowering experience, where you can explore your strengths, discover new skills, and build a greater sense of self-awareness.

I provide a warm, non-judgemental, and culturally sensitive approach to therapy. I believe that everyone has the capacity to overcome their challenges and achieve their goals. I utilize evidence-based therapies, including Humanistic Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), strength-based therapy, Motivational Interviewing, trauma‑informed practice, and mindfulness-based therapies, to help my clients gain insight into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, as well as develop strategies to manage their emotions and improve their relationships.

If you’re struggling and feeling stuck, know that you don’t have to face it alone. If you’re interested in learning more about how therapy can help you, I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation where we can discuss your needs and determine if we’re a good fit. Just click the link on this page to book a consultation or a session!

Therapy with Aisha

As a registered psychotherapist, therapy involves creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions. Together, we will work towards understanding and addressing the issues that bring you to therapy. Three things you can expect from therapy with me include:

  1. A collaborative approach that empowers you to take an active role in your healing,
  2. Evidence-based interventions tailored to your specific needs, and
  3. A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards at all times.

Specialties

Addiction
Alcohol Use
Anger Management
Anxiety
Behavioural Issues
Career Guidance
Child or Adolescent
Chronic Illness
Chronic Impulsivity
Chronic Pain
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Domestic Abuse
Domestic Violence
Drug Abuse
Dual Diagnosis
Eating Disorders
Elderly Persons Disorders
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief
LGBTQ+
Mood Disorders
Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Racial Identity
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self-Esteem
Self-Harming
Sleep or Insomnia
Spirituality
Stress
Substance Use
Suicidal Ideation
Teen Violence
Thinking Disorders
Trauma
Trauma and PTSD
Weight Loss
Women’s Issues

Age Range

Adolescents/Teenagers (14-19)
Adults
Elders (65+)

Therapy Types

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Dialetical (DBT)
Emotionally Focused
Humanistic
Mindfulness-Based
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered
Solution Focused Brief
Strength Based
Trauma Focused

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Body Positivity
Cancer
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied
Vegan Allied
Veterans