Amina Jama

As a young adult, it can often feel like you must split yourself into different versions to fit in. At home, school, work, and with friends, it seems like you’re navigating multiple identities, which can lead to feelings of anxiety, insecurity, exhaustion, or depression. You have big dreams and aspirations, yet you find that most of your energy is spent trying to meet other's expectations and not being able to invest it in yourself. The bar is set high. When you are given that space to shine, you feel the need to apologize and find yourself shrinking back to be accepted.

 

I was once there! I am a firm believer that healing happens in connection with others. As a first-generation Canadian of Muslim background and Somali heritage, I had to navigate multiple identities. I didn’t fit anywhere. Through my own self-work and lots of therapy, I forged my path. It wasn’t easy, and I couldn’t do it alone. And we aren’t meant to do it alone.

 

I am here to offer support. While it may feel like your problems define you, we will work on externalizing issues and exploring their effects on your life. We will also examine your needs, wants, and what’s most important to you. This will allow you to take the steps needed to move toward your goals and the life you want.

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Areas of Focus:

Anxiety

Depression

Stress and burnout

Grief/Loss

Racial Identity

Assertiveness and Setting Boundaries

Life Transition

Workplace Stress and Conflict
 

Treatments Offered:
Narrative Therapy

Trauma-informed and Anti-Oppressive Approach

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Solution Focused Therapy

Humanistic/Client-Centred Therapy

 

Qualification, Training and Membership:

Master of Education in Counselling Psychology

Bachelor of Arts (Honors) in Psychology

Registered Psychotherapist (College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario)

Canadian Certified Counsellor (Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association)