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Nayera Elbakary
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
currently full
Sliding Scale
$65-$80
Standard Rate
$80
Location
Toronto, ON
Currently Practicing
Online
Nayera Elbakary
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

About…

Life has a way of changing faster than we can keep up with. Even small shifts can unsettle you in ways that feel hard to explain. A relationship may no longer feel the same, work may demand more than you have to give, or a routine that once grounded you might suddenly stop offering comfort. As someone who has moved countries and navigated major life transitions personally, I understand how these shifts can quietly reshape how you see yourself and your life. When these moments build, feelings that never had space to be understood can return and feel heavier than you imagined. You might feel waves of anxiety or sadness that do not match the situation or a heaviness you can’t put into words. It can feel confusing to react so strongly when you are trying to keep going. Therapy can offer a space where these reactions are understood with compassion and where you can speak to what you have been holding inside.

We Can Be Curious About Your Story Together

You deserve a space that supports your growth. Many people come to therapy when they are moving through moments like:

  • Anxiety that unsettles their sense of ease
  • Low mood or depression that feels heavy or persistent
  • Self esteem struggles that make it hard to feel confident
  • Relationship challenges that create distance or confusion
  • Uncertainty about identity or direction
  • Old patterns resurfacing in ways that feel hard to untangle
  • Life transitions that shake what once felt steady

You do not have to make sense of these experiences alone. You are welcome to bring your story here and explore what healing might look like for you.

My Approach

I believe you already carry the insight and strength needed to move forward. Therapy is a space to reconnect with those parts of yourself and better understand the experiences that shaped you

My approach is rooted in psychodynamic therapy, where we explore how your past and early relationships shape the emotions and patterns that show up today. This understanding can bring relief, clarity and a deeper sense of connection to yourself. I also integrate Emotion Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you notice patterns with compassion and slowly practice new ways of responding that feel more supportive.

Our time together is collaborative and centered on your growth. It is not about fixing who you are but understanding the parts of you that have been doing their best to cope.

Qualifications

I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology student under clinical supervision. I also hold a Graduate Certificate in Mental Health and Addictions from Durham College, where I developed a stronger understanding of how trauma and unexpressed emotions shape coping.

I have additional training in trauma informed practices and anger management, supporting clients in exploring their emotional world with compassion and clarity.

Let’s Connect

I offer low cost, virtual therapy across Toronto and Ontario so support can be accessible wherever you are. You are welcome to book a free 30-minute consultation so we can talk about what you are looking for and explore whether this space feels right for you.

“When you become curious about your inner world, healing begins to unfold naturally”

Telephone - (365) 617-3422
Community Focus:
LGBTQ+, New To Canada, Parents, Religious, Spiritual, Teens, Women
Issues:
Anxiety, Anger, Break-Ups, Burnout/Stress, Chronic Illness, Codependence, Depression, Family of Origin, Infertility, Relationships, Self Esteem
Modalities:
Strengths Based, Attachment Focused, CBT, Emotion Focused, Existential, Mindfulness, Narrative, Psychoanalytic, Relational
Other Languages Spoken:
Arabic
* Available Virtually (Online) in Ontario
Phone:
(365) 617-3422
Location:
Toronto, ON

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