Building Bridges Psychotherapy

Mental Health Matchmaker

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We're on a mission to make it easier to find the right therapist! Through candid conversations with therapists from all walks of life, we hear about their personal narratives and therapeutic methods, while also enjoying a few silly moments. Get ready for a mix of laughter and vulnerability, as we connect with the person behind each practitioner. The best part is that each is available for a free phone consultation: all booking details are included in the show notes of each episode.

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Building Bridges Psychotherapy

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Health

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bbtherapy.ca

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6. Jul 2026

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#22: Rethinking Strength: Masculinity & Mental Health | Adam Ciupak, Registered Therapist 19.10.2025

BOOK A SESSION WITH ADAM HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/adam/ Top Specialties: Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Confidence, Self-Esteem, Men’s Issues, and Addiction/Substance Use Adam Ciupak, RP (Qualifying), is a registered therapist offering individual, couple, and family therapy in Toronto, Mississauga, and virtually. He supports clients navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disord...

Ask Justin: Why Do I Self Sabotage When Things Are Going Well? 18.09.2025

Welcome to Ask Justin, where Justin Michel, MA, MSc, RP, RMFT, our founder and CEO, shares insights on common misconceptions, offers a real look at what therapy actually involves, and answers your questions about mental health, therapy, or just being human… all in a quick, digestible format. In this episode of Ask Justin, Justin answers one of your real questions: Why do I self sabotage when thing...

#21: Motherhood: The Parts We Don’t Say Out Loud | Esther Lee, Registered Therapist 06.09.2025

BOOK A SESSION WITH ESTHER HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/esther Top Specialties: Anxiety, Trauma, Pregnancy, Prenatal & Postpartum, OCD, and Grief Esther Lee, MDiv, RP (Qualifying), offers individual, couple, and family therapy in Markham and virtually. She specializes in supporting mothers, trauma survivors, and those navigating postpartum and life transitions. Esther helps clients unde...

Ask Justin: Can Therapy Help When I'm Not In A Crisis? 29.08.2025

Welcome to Ask Justin, where Justin Michel, MA, MSc, RP, RMFT, our founder and CEO, shares insights on common misconceptions, offers a real look at what therapy actually involves, and answers your questions about mental health, therapy, or just being human… all in a quick, digestible format. In this episode of Ask Justin, Justin answers one of your real questions: Can Therapy Help When I'm Not...

#20: Becoming Who You Needed When You Were Younger | Maria Duran, Registered Therapist 22.08.2025

BOOK A SESSION WITH MARIA HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/maria/ Top Specialties: Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Self-Esteem Maria Duran, MACP, RP, is a registered therapist offering individual therapy in Vaughan, Mississauga, and virtually. She supports clients working through relationship issues, anxiety, emotional regulation, and self-worth challenges. Maria cre...

Ask Justin: Is It Normal To Cry In Your First Therapy Session? 15.08.2025

Welcome to Ask Justin, where Justin Michel, MA, MSc, RP, RMFT, our founder and CEO, shares insights on common misconceptions, offers a real look at what therapy actually involves, and answers your questions about mental health, therapy, or just being human… all in a quick, digestible format. In this episode of Ask Justin, Justin answers one of your real questions: Is it normal to cry in your first...

#19: Finding Balance In Life + Shifting From Reacting to Responding | Jemima Utami, Registered Social Worker 11.08.2025

BOOK A SESSION WITH JEMIMA HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/jemima/ Top Specialties: Life Transitions, Anxiety, Depression, Stress Management, Immigration and Acculturation Issues, and Family Conflict Jemima Utami, MSW, RSW, is a registered social worker based in Toronto and Vaughan who offers individual therapy in person and virtually. Drawing from her own journey through identity exploration...

Ask Justin: How Do I Stop Doom Scrolling and Actually Rest? 31.07.2025

Welcome to Ask Justin, where Justin Michel, MA, MSc, RP, RMFT, our founder and CEO, shares insights on common misconceptions, offers a real look at what therapy actually involves, and answers your questions about mental health, therapy, or just being human… all in a quick, digestible format. In this episode of Ask Justin, Justin answers one of your real questions: How do I stop doom-scrolling and...

#18: From Stuck To Self-Honouring: People-Pleasing & Life Transitions | Jessica Anastasi, Registered Therapist 25.07.2025

BOOK A SESSION WITH JESSICA HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/jessica/ Top Specialties: Life Coaching, Anxiety, Depression, Divorce/Separation, and Relationship Issues Jessica Anastasi, MACP, RP. offering individual, couple, and family therapy in Mississauga and virtually. In this episode, we talk about identity, people-pleasing, and what it means to feel stuck. Jess shares how therapy can help...

Ask Justin: What Do You Wish People Knew About Therapy? 18.07.2025

Welcome to Ask Justin , where Justin Michel, MA, MSc, RP, RMFT, our founder and CEO, shares insights on common misconceptions, offers a real look at what therapy actually involves, and answers your questions about mental health, therapy, or just being human… all in a quick, digestible format. In this episode of Ask Justin, Justin answers one of your real questions: What do you wish people knew abo...

#17: Navigating Immigration & Expanding Self Awareness | Jasmine Sheikh, Registered Therapist 11.07.2025

BOOK A SESSION WITH JASMINE HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/jasminesheikh/ Top Specialties: Trauma/PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Immigration Issues, and Women’s Issues Jasmine is a registered therapist who works in Mississauga and virtually. In this episode we talk about the deeper why behind the patterns we fall into, drawing from a psychodynamic lens and Jasmine's understanding o...

#15: The Inner Critic, Grief & The Power of Curiosity | Arushi Bajaj, Registered Therapist 28.06.2025

BOOK A SESSION WITH ARUSHI HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/arushi/ Top Specialties: Anxiety, Guilt & Shame, Depression, Narcissism, and Relationship Issues Arushi is a registered therapist who works virtually with both individuals and couples. In this episode, we explore the voice of the inner critic, the emotional weight of grief, and how the simple act of being with ourselves can open up...

#14: Understanding Neurodivergence, Co-regulation & Connection | Brie Schinkel, Registered Social Worker 20.06.2025

BOOK A SESSION WITH BRIE HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/brie/ Top Specialties: Grief, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Guilt & Shame, and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Brie is a Registered Social Worker based in Guelph who brings compassion, honesty, and humour to the therapy space. In this episode, we talk about what it’s like to navigate the world as a neurodivergent person...

Meet Your Host, Brooke! 11.06.2025

Welcome to The Mental Health Matchmaker Podcast, where real conversations with real therapists help you figure out who might be the right fit for you. I’m Brooke, your host! I’ve been in therapy for years, ever since a major life transition pushed me into the deep end of self-discovery. That journey changed my life - and now, I’m a full-blown therapy enthusiast who knows how powerful it is when yo...

#12: Incorporating Play & Art Into Therapy | Daniella Haddad, Registered Therapist 05.06.2025

BOOK A SESSION WITH DANIELLA HERE. Top Specialties: Grief, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Addiction/Substance Use, Culture & Identity, and Pregnancy, Prenatal, & Postpartum Languages: English and Arabic Daniella is a trained and licensed Art Therapist who invites clients to explore their inner world through creativity, curiosity, and play. In this episode, we talk about the role of play a...

#11: Relationship Expectations & Tools to Manage School Anxiety | Marena, Registered Psychotherapist 15.11.2024

Book a Session with Marena HERE. Languages:  English and Arabic Top Specialties:  Stress, Anger Management, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, and Trauma Marena believes every individual is the expert in their own life, with innate strengths to draw upon. She helps clients grow, identify patterns, and reclaim control, respecting how past experiences shape who we are. Marena tailors her approach to each person’...

#10: Therapy for Teens, Social Anxiety, & Improving Communication | Emily, Registered Psychotherapist 14.11.2024

Book a Session with Emily HERE. Top Specialties:  Self-Esteem, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Relationship Issues, and Teens & Adolescents As a humanistic and narrative therapist, Emily creates a safe space for clients to share their stories and explore parts of themselves they may have kept hidden. She helps clients face their full selves, recognizing that while the past shapes us, it doesn’t d...

#9: Unpacking Guilt, Shame, and Self-Esteem Issues | Jon, Registered Psychotherapist 06.11.2024

BOOK A SESSION WITH JON HERE. Locations:   Mississauga  and  Phone/Video Disciplines:  Individual Therapy ,  Couple Therapy , and  Family Therapy Top Specialties:  Guilt & Shame, Depression & Anxiety, Trauma, Self-Esteem & Confidence, and Relationship Issues Jon works with a diverse range of clients on a wide variety of concerns. With a calm and gentle approach, Jon fosters a collabora...

#8: Therapeutic Insights for Arabic-Speaking Communities, Women’s Issues & Navigating the School System | Dina Dawod, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) 11.10.2024

Book a Session with Dina HERE. Locations:   Mississauga  and  Phone/Video Disciplines:   Individual Therapy ,  Couple Therapy , and  Family Therapy Languages:  English and Arabic Top Specialties:  Anxiety, Peer Relationships, Stress, Identity, and Women’s Issues Dina is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who believes in the power of empathy and active listening. She creates a safe, non-judgme...

#7: Navigating OCD, The Power of Meditation, and Improving Self-Esteem | Kanwaljit, Registered Psychotherapist 27.09.2024

Book a Session with Kanwaljit HERE Locations:   Mississauga ,  Vaughan , and  Phone/Video Disciplines:   Individual Therapy  and  Couple Therapy Languages:  English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu Top Specialties:  Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Self-Esteem, and Relationship Issues Kanwaljit provides her clients with a welcoming, safe space where they can openly share their concerns...

#6: Exploring Spirituality & Navigating the Feeling of Being an Outsider | Christine, Registered Psychotherapist 03.09.2024

Book a Session with Christine: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/christine/ Locations:   Phone/Video Disciplines:   Individual Therapy ,  Couple Therapy , and  Family Therapy Languages:  English Top Specialties : Spirituality, Grief, Complex PTSD, Life Transitions, and Relationship Issues Christine believes that every person has inherent worth and is on a journey of healing, growth, and love. She unde...

#5: Navigate Body Image, Learn to Self-Regulate and Process Emotion | Jasmine Spurrell, Registered Psychotherapist 23.08.2024

Book a Session with Jasmine here. Locations:   Mississauga  and  Phone/Video Disciplines:   Individual Therapy  and  Couple Therapy Languages:  English Top Specialties:  Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD, and Addiction Jasmine creates a warm, judgment-free environment where clients feel encouraged to grow and express themselves. She approaches therapy from a trauma-informed...

#4: Addiction Support and Discovering Purpose Post-Retirement | Ping San Chi, Registered Social Worker 13.08.2024

Book a Session with Ping here. Locations: Markham, Mississauga, Vaughan, and Phone/Video Disciplines: Individual Therapy, Couple Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy Languages: English, Cantonese, and Mandarin Top Specialties: Addiction, Child and Adolescent, Trauma and PTSD, Self-Esteem, and Family Conflict Ping believes in the transformative power of therapy and is committed to helping oth...

#3: Parental Burnout, Neurodiversity in Teens, and Supporting Loved Ones in the LGBTQ+ Community | Erin Hatton, Registered Psychotherapist 11.07.2024

Book a Session with Erin Top Specialties: ADHD/ASD, Burnout, Relationship Issues, Adolescents, and Christianity (including religious trauma) During her years working with survivors of intimate partner violence, Erin developed a passion for supporting people through their personal journey of growth and healing. As a mother of four teens and young adults with ADHD and ASD, Erin is dedicated to helpi...

#2: Developing a Secure Attachment and Healing Trauma Through Community | Marian Shinuda, Registered Psychotherapist 08.07.2024

⁠Book a Session with Marian ⁠⁠ Locations: ⁠ ⁠Markham⁠⁠ , ⁠ ⁠Mississauga⁠⁠ , and ⁠ ⁠Phone/Video⁠⁠ Disciplines: ⁠⁠ ⁠Individual Therapy⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠ ⁠Couple Therapy⁠⁠⁠ , and ⁠⁠ ⁠Family Therapy⁠⁠⁠ Languages: English and Arabic Top Specialties: Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety, Spirituality, Relationship Issues, and Stress Marian takes great interest in learning about human relationships and how to strengthen someo...

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