Present Mind

01/21/2026

Are you interested in advancing scientific understanding of how depressive symptom affect relationships? Here is an opportunity to participate in a research study conducted by the Dozois Mood Lab at Western University.

-Conducted entirely online (remote participation)

-1 baseline survey + 14 short daily surveys + 3- and 6-month follow-ups

-Focused on improving our understanding of how partners support each other during this time

-Participants receive compensation

- Total time commitment is approximately 2 hours of surveys spread across 6 months.

01/19/2026

Therapist, Aakhansha Varghese, RP (Qualifying), is now offering Walk and Talk Therapy in Toronto!

If sitting in a quiet office talking about your feelings feels awkward or uncomfortable, you’re not alone. Many people want therapy but struggle with the traditional setup. Sitting face-to-face, wondering what to say or how you look, it can be a lot. That’s where walk and talk therapy comes in.

Walk and Talk therapy is exactly what it sounds like. You and your therapist meet outdoors and talk while walking together, often in a park or quiet neighbourhood. The therapy itself is the same. The only difference is the setting and for some people, that change makes a big impact.

Learn more and schedule an appointment for Walk and Talk Therapy: https://www.present-mind.ca/blog/walk-and-talk-therapy

01/15/2026

Join us in welcoming Sarah Fahmi, RP (Qualifying) to our clinical team!

Sarah shares, "Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward from themselves, their relationships, or the life they expected to be living. If this feels familiar, you’re not alone. I support individuals and couples in understanding their emotional patterns, reconnecting with what matters to them, and creating more clarity, confidence, and compassion in their lives."

Sarah is available for appointments in-person and virtually. She offers therapy in English, Arabic, and French to make care accessible and meaningful across cultures.

Learn more about Sarah: https://www.present-mind.ca/sarah-fahmi

12/01/2025

Alysa Golden, MSW, RSW is a skilled and experienced therapist who works with individuals and couples.

She is available for in-person and virtual appointments.

Learn more about Alysa:
https://www.present-mind.ca/alysa-golden

12/01/2025

Introducing the newest member of our clinical team, Aakhansha Varghese, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)!

She shares, "If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or disconnected from yourself, I want you to know you don’t have to navigate it alone."

She has training and experience providing mental health support for children, teens, and young adults. She has availability for in-person and virtual appointments.

Learn more about Aakhansha:
https://www.present-mind.ca/aakhansha-varghese

11/25/2025

We are thrilled that Present Mind has been selected as one of the Best Psychotherapy practices in Toronto! Link in comments.

11/19/2025

Our latest blog post... Many of us know what it feels like to want an escape hatch from our own lives. For some, it’s pouring a drink at the end of a stressful day. For others, it’s disappearing into fantasy worlds, binge-reading, diving into hours of gaming, or mentally checking out altogether through dissociation. These strategies can offer temporary relief—an exhale from the pressure. But if escaping becomes the primary way we cope, it’s often a sign that something deeper needs care.

Many of us know what it feels like to want an escape hatch from our own lives. For some, it’s pouring a drink at the end of a stressful day. For others, it’s disappearing into fantasy worlds, binge-reading, diving into hours of gaming, or mentally checking out altogether through dissociation . T...

11/11/2025

Join us in welcoming Iris Glaser, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) to our clinical team!
Iris shares, "Drawing from evidence-based approaches such as emotion-focused and mindfulness-based therapies, I support clients in untangling patterns, connecting with deeper emotions, and building new ways of responding to life’s challenges."
Iris is available for in-person and virtual appointments with adolescents and adults.
Learn more about Iris: https://www.present-mind.ca/iris-glaser

10/15/2025

Your story is worth telling. We're here to listen.

10/15/2025

Oranges and other citrus fruits might help ward off depression, suggests a Harvard study. Link in comments.

10/07/2025

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08/18/2025

To make the transition from summer break to school less stressful, Life Kit has tips to help parents navigate the next few weeks. Link in comments.