Aisha Ismail, Intern

(she/her)

Areas of Focus

• Trauma

• Stress

• Cultural Adaptation

• Life transitions (career, relationship, immigration)

• Addiction

• Grief and Loss

• Boundary setting and Self-compassion/ self-esteem

Have you found yourself trying to find your place in a new cultural space or due to other big life changes?

Integrating your experiences into your emerging identity can be a roller coaster of a journey. Would you like to have a safe space to have those conversations and embrace your emerging self ?

I believe that everyone has the capacity to heal and grow; when they have the tools and skills to manage whatever life throws their way. I can walk alongside you to develop healthy coping mechanisms and maintain your use of sustainable tools for long after our sessions end. 

My commitment is to walk alongside you and co-create a path that supports you at your own pace toward therapeutic healing and personal growth. Everyone deserves to be heard and empowered by their truth. I’ll listen without judgment, provide emotional and practical support where I can, and use humour when appropriate. 

About me

I am an Intern Therapist with a Social Work education background who wants to use my skills to support those who are struggling. 

I’ve supported children, youth, adults, and families from all walks of life through all sorts of difficult life experiences. Whether this is your first time seeking counselling or you are exploring further options, I am here to support you and meet you where you are at. 

Languages: Language of practice is English, but can also be conversational in Somali.

Modalities

• Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)/Mindfulness

• Solution-focused therapy

• Holistic/Person centered 

• Narrative therapy 

• Anti-Oppressive and Trauma-informed

• Acceptance-Commitment Therapy (ACT)