Farhat Shabbir RSW, MSW

Biography

I am a Registered Social Worker and psychotherapist providing client-centered, evidence-based psychotherapy to individuals navigating a range of mental health and behavioral challenges. My practice integrates multiple therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Interventions, Exposure Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

I support clients experiencing concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, anger management difficulties, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, OCD-related concerns, PTSD, and substance or alcohol use challenges. My clinical approach is grounded in trauma-informed care, with a strong emphasis on safety, collaboration, and empowerment particularly when working with individuals impacted by past trauma or acute mental health crises.

I am committed to providing culturally responsive and inclusive care, with experience supporting diverse communities, including First Nations and LGBTQ2IA+ individuals. To enhance accessibility and connection, I offer services in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, allowing me to effectively support clients from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Contact Information

• Email: fscounsellor@gmail.com
• Location: 366 Adelaide Street East, Suite 225, Toronto, ON M5A 3X9 & Remote
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Specialities

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Stress and burnout
• Anger management
• Relationship challenges
• Grief and loss

Therapeutic Approaches

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
•  Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
• Motivational Interviewing (MI)
• Mindfulness Based Interventions

Languages

• English
• Hindi
• Punjabi
• Urdu

Education

• Registered Social Worker (RSW)
• Master of Social Work (MSW)