Elida Nexha

Starting therapy can be intriguing, but the process can also be overwhelming. It is normal to wonder whether therapy will help or even if your therapist will understand you, especially if you are feeling stuck. I value and tailor evidence-based psychotherapy approaches to fit your individual needs. I see the client as the expert on their life. As I learn from you, you will learn of my expertise. Together, we will make your therapy goals your reality. Within the safe and judgment-free space created together, we would tune into your present experience - what is distressing, confusing, or even painful? Then we start to make sense of it - this can look like building awareness of the present, making connections to understand the past, broadening perspectives, and processing emotions. No matter the path we take, you can trust that this is the start to an empowering journey toward healing.

Elida holds a Masters of Science in Psychotherapy from McMaster University and an HBSc degree in Psychology and Health Studies from the University of Toronto. Elida completed two practicums during her Master’s, where she worked with adults and youth who sought therapy for the areas of support listed above. In addition, Elida has years of experience working in private clinics where she was involved in clinical interviewing, assessments, and client intake. She also has experience as a crisis counsellor with Kids Help Phone/Crisis-Text Line, where she supported youth and adults in crisis.

Elida takes an integrative approach that draws on different therapeutic modalities including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Eclectic/Exploratory Approach, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic-informed, Person-Centred Therapy

PERSONAL LIFE

In her free time, Elida enjoys mindful activities (being in nature, painting, reading), being active, and reorganizing different rooms in her house for the 100th time.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS & ASSOCIATIONS

• College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)

• Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals (OAMHP)