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Compassionate, Culturally Informed Therapy for Trauma and Life Challenges

Are you struggling with the weight of trauma, feeling trapped in negative patterns, or navigating cultural, racial, or personal challenges? At Blissful Balance Counselling, we provide culturally informed, trauma-focused therapy that welcomes and honours the unique experiences of all people, with a special focus on BIPOC communities. No matter your background, we are here to offer compassionate support, helping you navigate life’s challenges and guiding you toward greater resilience, balance, and a renewed sense of peace.

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All of our therapists offer virtual sessions, with most offering services Canada wide. Our therapist, Ariette Hung also offers in-person in Downtown Toronto (Old Toronto area)

Our Services

Individual Therapy

Couples Therapy

Asian woman engaged in an in-person therapy session in Toronto, reflecting on her thoughts and emotions for improved mental well-being.

Struggling with anxiety, low mood, work/life balance, or boundaries? You’re not alone. Our experienced therapists offer personalized, confidential therapy to support your growth in a safe, non-judgmental space.

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Our team can help you with...

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Relationship conflict

  • Self-esteem

  • People-pleasing behaviours

  • ADHD management

  • Work/life balance

  • Childhood trauma

  • Navigating spiritual, religious or cultural challenges

Couple participating in a virtual couples therapy session, actively discussing their feelings and strengthening their relationship.

Feeling stuck in the same cycle with your partner? Our couples therapists have helped many couples break unhealthy patterns and restore harmony in their relationships.

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Our team can help you with...

  • Managing blended family dynamics

  • Improving communication

  • Increasing intimacy

  • Healing from infidelity

  • Premarital counselling

  • Premarital Christian or Islamic counselling

  • Navigating separation

  • Infertility

  • Grief and loss

Meet Our Team
Maryam Einshouka, hijabi Muslim therapist fluent in Arabic, providing compassionate support during a virtual therapy session in Ottawa to enhance clients' mental well-being

Maryam Einshouka

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

â—¦ Available

â—¦ Virtual Only
â—¦ Individuals 13+, Couples & Families
â—¦English & Arabic

Danielle Kranabetter, BIPOC therapist in Ottawa, offering compassionate support during a virtual therapy session to enhance clients' mental well-being.

Danielle Kranabetter

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

â—¦ Available

â—¦ Virtual Only
â—¦ Individuals 16+ & Couples
â—¦English 

Husainat Bakare, Black, BIPOC Muslim therapist in Ottawa, offering compassionate support during a virtual therapy session to enhance clients' mental well-being.

Husainat Bakare

Registered Psychotherapist, C.C.C

â—¦ Available

â—¦ Virtual Only
â—¦ Individuals 16+ & Couples

â—¦English & Yoruba

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Rania Oustad

Registered Psychotherapist Clinic Director & Founder

â—¦ Not Available
â—¦ Individuals 16+ and Couples
â—¦ English & Arabic (Moroccan dialect only)

Ariette Hung, Asian BIPOC therapist in Toronto, providing compassionate support during an in-person therapy session to enhance clients' mental well-being.

Ariette Hung

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

â—¦ Available

â—¦ Virtual & In-Person (Downtown Toronto)
â—¦ Adolescents & Adults 

â—¦English

BIPOC Therapist, Asian Therapist

Kristine Oducayen

BSc Psychology

Client Care Coordinator

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Ottawa Therapist

Mikayla Zulian

BA Honours in Health Psychology

Assistant Client Care Coordinator & Social Media Manager

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Nadia Khan

Registered Social Worker, MSW

â—¦Available â—¦ Virtual Only
â—¦ Individuals 18+ & Couples
â—¦ English, Urdu & Hindi

Therapy Services 

Chose your therapist? Awesome! 

Our Fees:

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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying): $180

Registered Psychotherapist (Individuals & Couples): $200

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(no HST is charged)

Check with your provider to see if services by Registered Psychotherapists are covered. Reduced fees are available for clients without insurance. Please discuss this with your therapist. 

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