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FIND CLARITY WITHIN THE OVERWHELM
EMBRACE YOUR authentic self ALONG THE WAY 

Online Counselling across Canada
Support for Individuals through Psychotherapy and Coaching

What if, instead of asking "What's wrong with me?", you considered a different question? 

What if anxiety, depression, burnout, people-pleasing, perfectionism, control, masking or constant overthinking were not signs that you were not enough? Instead, they could be protective and creative ways your mind and body learned to help you fit in, stay safe, or navigate a world that wasn't always welcoming to you.

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In this space, I want to invite you to listen with curiosity, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that have always deserved understanding, compassion and care.

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Areas of Focus

2SLGBTQIA+, Neurodivergence, Relationships, Trauma & Grief, Chronic Illness & Disability, Immigration & Acculturation, Highly Sensitive Persons & Spirituality 

"Not all those who wander are lost." 
J. R. R. Tolkien

Hi, I'm Nina.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and a Registered Health and Nutrition Counsellor. 

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Looking for a therapist can feel vulnerable and sometimes overwhelming. No matter how you got here, I hope this is a place where you don’t have to perform, explain everything just right, or handle everything by yourself.

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We’ll work together to create a safe, inclusive space where all parts of you are welcome. We’ll go at a pace that feels right for you, allowing space for curiosity, self-kindness, and the wisdom you already have from your experiences.

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Contact Me

For any questions you have, you can reach me here:

Nina Santiago, PhD

Registered Health and Nutrition Counsellor

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

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