Building Bridges Psychotherapy

Mental Health Matchmaker

Health EN ↓ 51 episodes

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

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

#42: Ask Justin: Why Do I Only Feel Chemistry With People Who Don't Choose Me? 06.07.2026

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 feel more chemistr...

#41: The Hidden Cost of Being Who Everyone Expects You to Be | Meeraa, Registered Therapist 29.06.2026

BOOK A SESSION WITH MEERAA HERE: https://www.bbtherapy.ca/meeraa Top Specialties: Life Transitions, Guilt & Shame, Depression, Relationship Issues, and Identity Meeraa is a registered therapist offering individual, couple, and family therapy in Mississauga and virtually across Ontario. She works with clients navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, identity, depression, and feelin...

#40: Ask Justin: I Know What I Need To Change, But I Don't Know How 22.06.2026

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: "I understand why I feel the...

#39: Ask A Therapist: Why Can't I Trust My Partner? Plus Being New To Therapy, and The Truth About Boundaries | Amanda, Registered Therapist 15.06.2026

BOOK A SESSION WITH AMANDA HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/amanda/ Top Specialties: Life Transitions, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem and Confidence Building, Work and Career StressAmanda is a registered therapist who works with individuals navigating anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, and major life transitions. In this episode of Ask A Therapist, I bring three listener-...

#38: Ask A Therapist: Parental Disapproval in Relationships, Newcomer Challenges in Canada & Social Anxiety | Amman, Registered Therapist 08.06.2026

BOOK A SESSION WITH AMMAN HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/amman/ Top Specialties: Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Codependency, and Burnout Amman is a registered therapist who works with individuals navigating relationship issues, anxiety, burnout, and patterns of self-doubt and codependency. Her approach is practical and insight-driven, helping clients better understand their thoug...

#37: Community, Care & Connection with Councillor Martin Reid and Justin The Therapist 01.06.2026

In this special episode, Justin The Therapist steps into the host seat for a candid conversation with Ward 9 Councillor Martin Reid. With a background in social work, marriage and family counselling, frontline community support, and municipal leadership, Martin brings a unique perspective on care, connection, and what communities actually need to thrive. Together, Justin and Martin explore the imp...

#36: Ask A Therapist: Coping With Addiction When You Feel Stuck | Theepana Siva, Registered Therapist 23.05.2026

BOOK A SESSION WITH THEEPANA HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/theepana/ Top Specialties: Addiction/Substance Use, Relationship Issues, PTSD, Emotion Regulation, and Anxiety In this episode of Ask A Therapist, I bring three listener-submitted questions directly to Theepana. • I’ve been struggling with addiction for a while now, and just recently relapsed. I never thought that could happen to me, but terr...

#35: Ask Justin: Has Therapy Become A Business Instead Of A Care Field? 08.05.2026

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: "Would you consider therapy has b...

#34: Let's Talk Schema Therapy (and why you react the way you do) | Nikki Addario, Registered Therapist 01.05.2026

BOOK A SESSION WITH NIKKI HERE: ⁠https://www.bbtherapy.ca/nikki Top Specialties: 2SLGBTQIA+, Mood Disorders, Teens & Adolescents, Emotional Regulation, and Trauma Nikki Addario is a registered therapist offering individual therapy in Mississauga and virtually. She supports clients navigating mood disorders, emotional regulation challenges, trauma, and identity-related concerns, including those...

#33: Ask Justin: Tell Me The Reality of The Industry 25.04.2026

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: "Please stay Real, I know studyin...

#32: ADHD & Autism: Beyond The Stereotypes | Fran Stalteri, Registered Therapist 17.04.2026

BOOK A SESSION WITH FRAN HERE: ⁠https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/fran/ Top Specialties: Emotion Regulation, Anxiety, Depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD Fran, MACP, RP, is a registered therapist offering individual, couple, and family therapy in Toronto, Vaughan, Mississauga, and virtually. He supports clients navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and challenges with emotional re...

#31: Men, Meaning, and Mental Health Across Life Stages | Youssef Shehata, Registered Therapist 02.04.2026

BOOK A SESSION WITH YOUSSEF HERE: www.bbtherapy.ca/youssef Top Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Emotion Regulation, Communication, Life Transitions, Relationships Youssef works with individuals, couples, and families, offering therapy in both English and Arabic. His approach focuses on helping clients better understand themselves, improve communication, and navigate life transitions with greater...

#30: Ask Justin: How Do I Get Over a Breakup I Didn’t See Coming? 20.03.2026

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: "My ex broke up with me out...

#29: Ask A Therapist: The Myth Of Perfect Therapy | Omhani Msougar, Registered Therapist 11.03.2026

BOOK A SESSION WITH OMHANI HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/omhani/ Top Specialties: Cultural Identity, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Relationships, and Emotional Wellbeing Omhani is a registered therapist who works with individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship dynamics, and questions around identity and belonging. Her approach is person-centred and culturally informed, creat...

#28: Ask A Therapist: When Self Care Isn't A Bubble Bath | Jessica Aceto, Registered Therapist 05.03.2026

BOOK A SESSION WITH JESSICA HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/jessicaaceto/ Top Specialties: Anxiety, Panic, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Trauma Jessica works with individuals navigating anxiety, panic, relationship challenges, major life transitions, and the impacts of trauma. Her approach is grounded, compassionate, and focused on helping clients better understand their emotional pat...

Ask Justin: Why Do I Get Triggered When Someone Says "Everything Happens For A Reason"? 13.02.2026

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 get triggered when I wan...

#27: Understanding Your Attachment Style | Dana Burlac, Registered Therapist 07.02.2026

BOOK A SESSION WITH DANA HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/dana/ Top Specialties: Life Transitions, Emotional Regulation, Complex Trauma & PTSD, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem & Confidence Dana is a registered therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families navigating life transitions, emotional regulation challenges, relationship patterns, and the impacts of complex trauma...

Ask Justin: My Partner Cheated A Year Ago But Gets Upset When I Bring It Up 30.01.2026

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: My partner cheated a year ago. We...

#26: How Immigration Shapes Mental Health and Relationships | Zohreh Sojoudi, Registered Therapist 26.01.2026

BOOK A SESSION WITH ZOHREH HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/zohreh/ Top Specialties: Immigration & Acculturation Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Challenges, Identity Zohreh is a registered therapist who works with individuals and couples navigating the emotional and relational challenges that can come with immigration, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. Her work pays...

Ask Justin: I'm 30 and I Feel Like I Missed The Mark Somewhere 16.01.2026

Welcome to Ask Justin, where Justin Michel, MA, MSc, RP, RMFT, founder and CEO of Building Bridges Psychotherapy, 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: I’m...

#25: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Sexual and Complex Trauma | Marina Sadik, Registered Therapist 09.01.2026

BOOK A SESSION WITH MARINA HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/marina/ Top Specialties: Complex PTSD, Sexual Abuse, Teen Violence, Women’s Issues, and Trauma Marina is a registered therapist offering individual, couple, and family therapy in Windsor and via phone or video. She supports clients navigating sexual trauma, complex trauma, and related challenges, with a strong emphasis on creating safe...

Ask Justin: How Do I Stop Shape-Shifting To Fit In? 02.01.2026

Welcome to Ask Justin, where Justin Michel, MA, MSc, RP, RMFT, founder and CEO of Building Bridges Psychotherapy, 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: I c...

#24: The Early Years That Shape Us, and Supporting Teens in Therapy | Sydney Klassen, Registered Social Worker 19.12.2025

BOOK A SESSION WITH SYDNEY HERE Top Specialties: Teens and Adolescents, Anxiety, Depression, Young Adults, Trauma, and Identity Sydney Klassen, MSW, RSW, is a registered social worker based in Toronto who offers individual, family, and group therapy. She is passionate about supporting kids and teens through anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, identity exploration, and medical trauma. In this ep...

Ask Justin: Did You Ever Doubt You'd Make It In This Field? 28.11.2025

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: Did you ever doubt you'd make...

Ask Justin: Is Micro-Cheating A Real Thing? 28.10.2025

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 micro-cheating a real thing? G...

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