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Federica Chacon Dominguez is a highly effective psychotherapist, specializing in psychodynamic therapy for children, youth, adults, and couples. Federica loves to bring healing to victims of personal, domestic, and systemic violence, including women, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those with ADHD struggling to fit into a non-ADHD world. Federica’s approach leverages the hidden strengths of her clients to bering about lasting change and a strong sense of hope. Federica is originally from Venezuela, and is able to serve you in English, and Spanish.

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Our Nurse Practitioner is highly experienced in diagnosing and managing ADHD, especially in adults and adolescents. They have led an Adult ADHD Assessment & Management Program, serving a large community. Committed to patient-centered care, they tailor treatment plans to individual needs and actively educate fellow healthcare professionals through speaking engagements and mentorship.

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Ben has extensive experience working with people of all ages. He is a trauma-informed practitioner who draws from a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Internal Family System (IFS). Ben brings warmth, empathy and humility to his practice, guiding his clients in their journey to a better life. Ben’s training as a therapist included an internship at St. Michael’s Homes, where he worked with clients in a residential rehabilitation setting, specializing in working with BPD and NPD clients. Ben has continued his studies at the Toronto Trauma institute. In addition to his work as a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist, Ben has worked as a middle school teacher and a professional musician, where his work on the trumpet earned him a Juno nomination in jazz.

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Zhi Kai Lu, RSW is an experienced individual and family therapist. Zhi Kai has helped youth and adults struggle with relationships, addictions, traumatic grief, and borderline personality disorder (BPD). Zhi Kai has a calming presence that helps clients feel safe enough to deeply explore their thoughts, feelings, and life experiences. Zhi Kai is especially interested in developing group work at our Don Mills location for youth and young adults and creating a Dialectical Behavior Therapy clinic for those struggling with BPD.

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Dwayne, with a Master’s in Counselling Psychology, is a seasoned Mental Health Professional dedicated to fostering mental well-being. Offering over 10 years of expertise in mental health care, he specializes in a gamut of therapeutic services— from individual counselling for challenges like depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance abuse, and anger management to psychoeducation.

Dwayne’s passion is couples therapy, reflecting his belief that thriving relationships are pivotal to robust families and communities. Comprehending the uniqueness of each individual, Dwayne employs a diverse array of therapeutic strategies—Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Brief Psychodynamic Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Person-Centred, Existential, Emotionally Focused, and Solution-Focused Therapies.

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Work with Payal Patel, an experienced and compassionate Nurse Practitioner specializing in mental health. Payal is skilled in the diagnosis and medication management of conditions such as ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, and PMDD. By prioritizing a patient-centered approach, she meticulously customizes treatment plans, including comprehensive evaluations and tailored medication strategies, to meet the unique needs of each individual.

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Karen is a registered psychotherapist who has worked in the community sector for years, treating substance use disorders, serious mental health issues and co-morbidities. She practises a client-centered approach that is integrative in nature, creating an individualized treatment plan for each client. Karen works with individuals, couples, and families. She is especially devoted to working in the areas of trauma, ADHD, and addictions.

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Facing the intricacies of ADHD, PTSD, trauma, or addiction can seem insurmountable, with many wrestling with hyperactivity, lack of focus, or sudden impulses, or being tormented by persistent memories that intrude on everyday life. The struggle with addiction can also leave individuals feeling alienated and misunderstood. Anju Uddin, a registered psychotherapist specializing in ADHD, PTSD, trauma, and addiction, champions the belief that healing goes beyond mere symptom management, advocating for a deep understanding of personal challenges and the adoption of bespoke, scientifically-backed methods for transformative outcomes.

Anju’s approach is enriched by a blend of unique perspectives—her own neurodivergence, a feminine viewpoint, an immigrant background, and a seasoned professionalism in business—combined with a holistic and spiritual therapeutic stance. This multifaceted approach offers a sanctuary for those navigating difficulties in their personal or professional lives, affirming that clients possess untapped strengths and potential.

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David has been practicing psychotherapy with individuals and couples for more than thirty years. He recently managed Toronto’s largest free psychotherapy program for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. David now maintains a private practice with Anju Uddin, RP. David uses an integrated approach customized for each client, employing psychodynamic, cognitive, dialectical, and somatic modalities, along with hypnosis and meditation. His interests range widely, from positive psychology through spiritually integrated psychotherapy to reality therapy. David is a Registered Psychotherapist who regularly provides clinical supervision to RPs, RP(Qualifying), and psychotherapy students. He also served as an appointed committee member working with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. David has earned a Bachelor of Arts (University of Toronto), Master of Divinity (University of Toronto), Doctor of Ministry (Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, CA), Doctor of Philosophy (University of Toronto) and Master of Business Administration (Herriot Watt University, Edinburgh). He is the author or co-author of seven books. David has been married for thirty-nine years and has three grown children.

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