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Individuals, adults
Insurance Covered?
Yes, if your insurance plan includes coverage for services provided by students supervised by Registered Psychotherapists.
If you have any questions about this please contact our office.
About
Rachel Goldfarb
Pursuing Master of Social Work at Wurzweiler School of Social Work
I believe in the transformative power of therapy as a collaborative and person-centred process — a space where clients feel genuinely heard, respected, and supported. My approach to therapy is non-judgmental, empathetic, and curious, supporting clients in building on their strengths and aspirations to discover their inner resilience and achieve meaningful growth.
With a background in Disability Studies, Behaviour Analysis, and Psychology, I offer a compassionate and flexible approach to supporting individuals of all ages as they navigate challenges such as anxiety, self-esteem, depression, early relationships, grief, life transitions, and neurodiversity. I strive to remain mindful and responsive to the individuality of each client, honouring each person’s unique needs and experiences while recognizing the many factors that have influenced their journey.
As a practicum student pursuing my Master of Social Work, I am committed to offering trauma-informed and culturally sensitive support that is tailored to each client’s goals and preferences. Under professional supervision, I will create a safe and empowering environment for self-discovery, where you can navigate challenges with confidence and move toward personal growth at your own pace.
Qualifications & Trainings
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Cognitive-Behavioural OrientedWrite Here Clinicians working at our practice primarily operate from a cognitive-behavioral theoretical orientation that places a strong emphasis on helping clients change their relationship to difficult thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Our clinic’s emphasis on cognitive-behavioural approaches means that you can expect the therapy you receive to be practical, logical and intuitive, and provide you with clear skills, strategies, and resources that can be used in your life.
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Goal-FocusedGoal-focused therapy lets you specify what you want to get out of therapy, allowing you and your therapist to develop a plan for getting there. Even if your goals for therapy are simply about having someone to talk to about difficult life circumstances or sorting out challenging thoughts and feelings, it is worthwhile for both you and your therapist to be clear on this. Goals also allow therapists to develop a plan that takes into account your resources and budget for therapy, ensuring we work within the financial and schedule limitations we need to. Therapists at our clinic are goal-focused and will help you both set goals, take steps towards helping you meet those goals, and continuously evaluate progress and your satisfaction with the direction of therapy.
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Person-CentredAt our practice, our therapists use a person-centered approach that is catered to you and designed around your specific needs, goals, and life context. We do not take a ‘rinse-and-repeat’ or protocol-driven approach to therapy. Rather, based on your goals for counselling, we will co-develop a specific treatment plan with you, drawing on what we know as therapists and what you know as the expert on your own life and history.
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Evidence-BasedPsychotherapy approaches that are considered evidence-based have been rigorously evaluated by researchers across many different studies and found to be effective in improving various psychological problems and mental health concerns. Pursuing approaches that are validated by research is an important step to ensuring that you receive a high-quality therapy plan and preventing harm that can sometimes occur when receiving treatments that are not evidence-based.