Mental Health Matchmaker

BOOK A SESSION WITH ZOHREH HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/zohreh/

Top Specialties: Immigration & Acculturation Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Challenges, Identity

Zohreh is a registered therapist who works with individuals and couples navigating the emotional and relational challenges that can come with immigration, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. Her work pays particular attention to how cultural identity, family dynamics, and systemic stressors can shape mental health and relationships.

In this episode, we explore immigration experiences in depth, breaking down first-generation and second-generation struggles and how these different realities can show up in clients’ needs for support. We also discuss relationship challenges that may be intensified when immigrating as a couple, as well as the emotional complexity of building a life between cultures.

Please note that each of these practitioners is fully trained and licensed. If you’re looking for someone whose services are covered by your insurance, check their profile for full details.

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Welcome to Ask Justin, where Justin Michel, MA, MSc, RP, RMFT, founder and CEO of Building Bridges Psychotherapy, shares insights on common misconceptions, offers a real look at what therapy actually involves, and answers your questions about mental health, therapy, or just being human… all in a quick, digestible format.

In this episode of Ask Justin, Justin answers one of your real questions: I’m 30, still renting, single, and figuring things out. Everyone around me seems to be ‘there’ already... house, kids, career. I’m happy for them, but I can’t stop feeling like I missed the mark somewhere.

Got a question for Justin? Submit yours here:

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For booking a therapy session, visit our website ⁠bbtherapy.ca⁠ to find a therapist who’s the right fit for you.

BOOK A SESSION WITH MARINA HERE:

https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/marina/

Top Specialties: Complex PTSD, Sexual Abuse, Teen Violence, Women’s Issues, and Trauma

Marina is a registered therapist offering individual, couple, and family therapy in Windsor and via phone or video. She supports clients navigating sexual trauma, complex trauma, and related challenges, with a strong emphasis on creating safety, trust, and care within the therapeutic space. Marina brings a deeply trauma-informed approach to her work and speaks to the importance of pacing in therapy, especially when working with experiences that may be difficult to name or fully understand at first.

In this episode, we explore sexual trauma, complex PTSD, and how therapy can become a true safe space for processing. Marina shares insight into how trauma can show up in subtle ways, why some experiences may not be immediately recognized as traumatic, and how thoughtful, client-led care supports long-term wellbeing.

Content note: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault for a portion of the conversation.

Please note that each of these practitioners is fully trained and licensed. If you’re looking for someone whose services are covered by your insurance, check their profile for full details.

LINKS:

Have a question for a therapist? Send it to [email protected]

Follow us on Instagram: @bbtherapy.ca

Welcome to Ask Justin, where Justin Michel, MA, MSc, RP, RMFT, founder and CEO of Building Bridges Psychotherapy, shares insights on common misconceptions, offers a real look at what therapy actually involves, and answers your questions about mental health, therapy, or just being human… all in a quick, digestible format.

In this episode of Ask Justin, Justin answers one of your real questions: I change depending on who I’m with - at work, with friends, with family. Everyone thinks I’m easygoing, but honestly I don’t even know who I am when I’m alone. How do I stop shape-shifting to fit in?

Got a question for Justin? Submit yours here:

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Rest assured, your questions will remain anonymous!

For booking a therapy session, visit our website ⁠bbtherapy.ca⁠ to find a therapist who’s the right fit for you.

BOOK A SESSION WITH SYDNEY HERE

Top Specialties: Teens and Adolescents, Anxiety, Depression, Young Adults, Trauma, and Identity

Sydney Klassen, MSW, RSW, is a registered social worker based in Toronto who offers individual, family, and group therapy. She is passionate about supporting kids and teens through anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, identity exploration, and medical trauma. In this episode, we dive into playful connection, early development, and the lasting impact of childhood and medical trauma on emotional wellbeing. Sydney shares how she creates safe and creative spaces that help clients of all ages open up, build trust, and find healing.

Please note that each of these practitioners is fully trained and licensed. If you’re looking for someone whose services are covered by your insurance, check their profile for full details.

LINKS:

Have a question for a therapist? Send it to [email protected]

Follow us on Instagram: @bbtherapy.ca

Welcome to Ask Justin, where Justin Michel, MA, MSc, RP, RMFT, our founder and CEO, shares insights on common misconceptions, offers a real look at what therapy actually involves, and answers your questions about mental health, therapy, or just being human… all in a quick, digestible format.

In this episode of Ask Justin, Justin answers one of your real questions: Did you ever doubt you'd make it in this field?

Got a question for Justin? Submit yours here:

Email us: [email protected]

DM us: ⁠@bbtherapy.ca⁠ OR ⁠@justinthetherapist⁠

Rest assured, your questions will remain anonymous!

For booking a therapy session, visit our website ⁠bbtherapy.ca⁠ to find a therapist who’s the right fit for you.

BOOK A SESSION WITH JONATHAN HERE:

https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/jonathan/

Top Specialties:

Chronic Pain & Chronic Illness, Developmental Disorders, Autism, ADHD, Faith and Spirituality, Identity & Racial Identity

Jonathan Lu, MMT, RP (Qualifying), is a registered therapist offering individual therapy virtually. He offers both talk therapy and music therapy to support clients navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, chronic illness, and developmental disorders. In this episode, we explore how music can make therapy approachable and why transitional care for people with disabilities matters.

Please note that each of these practitioners is fully trained and licensed. If you’re looking for someone whose services are covered by your insurance, check their profile for full details.

LINKS:

Have a question for a therapist? Send it to [email protected]

Follow us on Instagram: @bbtherapy.ca

Welcome to Ask Justin, where Justin Michel, MA, MSc, RP, RMFT, our founder and CEO, shares insights on common misconceptions, offers a real look at what therapy actually involves, and answers your questions about mental health, therapy, or just being human… all in a quick, digestible format.

In this episode of Ask Justin, Justin answers one of your real questions: Is micro-cheating a real thing?

Got a question for Justin? Submit yours here:

Email us: [email protected]

DM us: ⁠@bbtherapy.ca⁠ OR ⁠@justinthetherapist⁠

Rest assured, your questions will remain anonymous!

For booking a therapy session, visit our website ⁠bbtherapy.ca⁠ to find a therapist who’s the right fit for you.

BOOK A SESSION WITH ADAM HERE:

https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/adam/

Top Specialties: Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Confidence, Self-Esteem, Men’s Issues, and Addiction/Substance Use

Adam Ciupak, RP (Qualifying), is a registered therapist offering individual, couple, and family therapy in Toronto, Mississauga, and virtually. He supports clients navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addiction, and men’s issues- especially around identity, emotion, and confidence.

Please note that each of these practitioners is fully trained and licensed. If you’re looking for someone whose services are covered by your insurance, check their profile for full details.

LINKS:

Have a question for a therapist? Send it to [email protected]

Follow us on Instagram: @bbtherapy.ca

Welcome to Ask Justin, where Justin Michel, MA, MSc, RP, RMFT, our founder and CEO, shares insights on common misconceptions, offers a real look at what therapy actually involves, and answers your questions about mental health, therapy, or just being human… all in a quick, digestible format.

In this episode of Ask Justin, Justin answers one of your real questions: Why do I self sabotage when things are going well?

Got a question for Justin? Submit yours here:

Email us: [email protected]

DM us: ⁠@bbtherapy.ca⁠ OR ⁠@justinthetherapist⁠

Rest assured, your questions will remain anonymous!

For booking a therapy session, visit our website ⁠bbtherapy.ca⁠ to find a therapist who’s the right fit for you.