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Zhangyun (Dannie) Yan
RSW, MSW (Qualifying), Intern Therapist
Low Cost Rate
$50 - $65
$50 for students
Standard Rate
$50 - $80
$50 for students
Currently Practicing
Online, Phone
Zhangyun (Dannie) Yan
RSW, MSW (Qualifying), Intern Therapist

About…

I am a registered social worker, currently pursuing the Master of Social Work degree at Toronto Metropolitan University. I am dedicated to providing compassionate and supportive counseling services. My practice is rooted in a humanistic, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive approaches, incorporating critical mental health perspectives and frameworks of anti-oppression and anti-colonialism. I honor each person’s unique journey and strengths, while recognizing the profound impact of social and systemic factors on mental health and well-being.

With years of experience working in community settings, I have supported marginalized populations facing challenges often beyond their control, including mental health struggles, addictions, homelessness, disabilities, neurodivergent, and diverse identities. I have witnessed firsthand the effects of systemic discrimination, oppression, and stigmatization on individuals already navigating significant hardships. I aim to support individuals to re-gain the agency in their lives, meanwhile advocate for the equity, inclusion, and well-being for all.

I specialize in working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or addiction related struggles, as well as those facing associated issues, such as life transitions, cultural and identity struggles, and self-esteem issues.

As an immigrant and a bilingual therapist fluent in English and Mandarin, I deeply felt and acknowledge the complexities of navigating different cultural environments, and the challenges finding one’s identity within and between cultures. I strive to foster a safer, inclusive, and culturally adaptive space where people can explore their emotions and experiences with openness, and authenticity, and a sense of safety.

I believe therapy provides an opportunity to a collaborative journey of clarity, healing, recovery, or personal growth. It will be my pleasure to walk alongside with you on this journey of self-exploration.

Contact Me - dannie@helloleena.com
Telephone - (437) 781-2281
Community Focus:
BIPOC, Children, LGBTQ+, Neurodivergent, New To Canada, Non-Binary, Parents, Spiritual, Teens, Women
Issues:
ADD/ADHD, Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar, Break-Ups, Burnout/Stress, C-PTSD, Chronic Illness, Codependence, Depression, Domestic Violence, Family of Origin, Grief/Loss, Intimacy/Sex, Learning Disorder, OCD, Phobias, Post Partum, PTSD, Relationships, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Suicidality, Trauma
Modalities:
ACT, Anti-Oppressive, CBT, Emotion Focused, Existential, Inner Child Work, Mindfulness, Narrative, Spiritual, Strengths Based, Trauma Informed
Languages Spoken:
English, Mandarin
* Available Virtually (Online) in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, NorthWest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, PEI, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Phone:
(437) 781-2281

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