Samira Rostami

Life's journey can be fraught with obstacles and challenges, often leaving us feeling overwhelmed, confused, anxious, or depressed. Anxiety and depression can be deeply intertwined with our relationships, both past and present, especially if we carry lasting emotional scars from traumatic experiences that affect how we relate to others and ourselves. My goal is to provide you with a safe space to explore these experiences, understand their impact, and develop healthier ways of relating.

I integrate a variety of evidence-based treatments to address the complex and interconnected nature of the issues my clients are facing. In our work together we can focus on understanding the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, learning new coping skills and strategies, developing psychological flexibility and acceptance of difficult thoughts and emotions. We can address relationship issues and borderline personality traits through learning such skills as emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance. I also often integrate mindfulness-based techniques, such as mindfulness meditation, into my work to help my clients cultivate present-moment awareness and reduce stress. Clinical hypnotherapy can be used to access the subconscious mind and facilitate positive changes in thoughts, feelings, and behaviours by processing difficult emotions and memories in a safe and controlled environment.

Through our collaborative work in therapy, you can expect to see significant improvements in various aspects of your life. You'll gain a deeper understanding of yourself and the interconnected nature of your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. With newfound coping skills and strategies, you'll feel more equipped to navigate life's challenges with resilience and confidence and notice a greater sense of inner peace and clarity. You'll be able to build healthier and more fulfilling connections with others. Ultimately, therapy is a journey of growth and self-discovery, and I'm here to support and guide you every step of the way towards achieving your goals and living your best life.

Experience

Samira obtained her Ph.D. degree in Psychology (Neuro-psychopathology) and Master's degree in clinical psychology and family therapy from Allameh Tabataba’i University. She is also a certified Clinical Hypnotherapist (University of Toronto). Samira has spent years in research at The Royal Mental Health Centre, the University of Ottawa with a focus on mind-wandering, rumination, and brain imaging with individuals diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder and Bipolar Disorder. She has taught psychological courses in universities for bachelor's and master's degree students and delivered various workshops to the public on practical and psycho-educational topics. Samira provides therapy in English and Farsi.

Client Focus

Individuals, Couples

Types of therapy

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Clinical Hypnotherapy

Issues

Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, CPTSD, ADHD, Social Anxiety, Phobias, Panic Attacks, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Relationship Issues

More than just my work

In addition to my work, I have a diverse range of interests and passions that contribute to my holistic approach to therapy. From creating a new language at the age of 8 to my love for playing guitar and singing, I understand the power of creative expression in healing. Furthermore, my fascination with parapsychology and holistic therapy underscores my commitment to exploring alternative perspectives and techniques to support my clients' well-being.