Aliakbar Abbasi

Education and Approaches

As a clinical therapist, he is committed to the values of equality, compassion, and acceptance for all individuals. He works from an anti-oppression, biopsychosocial framework in every circumstance, ensuring a comprehensive and inclusive approach. With effective interpersonal skills and fluency in both Farsi and English, he is well-equipped to support clients from diverse backgrounds. His credentials include registration as a psychotherapist (RP) and current enrollment in the Doctor of Education (Ed.D) program in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy at the University of Toronto. Additionally, He holds a master's degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Iranian universities. With over 20 years of experience serving clients of all ages, he empowers individuals to overcome emotional and psychological barriers, guiding them towards their personal goals. He provides confidential, non-judgmental, non-discriminatory, and culturally sensitive counselling services. His approach is informed by trauma-informed, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive principles, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all clients. And he tailors his approach to meet the unique needs and preferences of each client, often integrating multiple modalities to ensure the most effective support.

Specialized

The counsellor is experienced in working with clients with various concerns, including but not limited to:

Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
Mindfulness
Narrative Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy

Modality

In Person
Online