Hello!
I'm Shanuja Manoratnam
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A counselling psychology graduate student passionate about mental health awareness and driven by empathy.
π©π» Woman, under 30
π Pronouns: she/her/hers
π£οΈ Languages: English
π Location: Markham, Ontario
π΅ Hourly Rate: $60
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Understanding the role of past trauma in clients' lives
Highlighting clients' strengths and abilities
Emphasizing the client as the expert in their own life
Focusing on practical skills and coping strategies for present-day challenges
Highlighting the impact of thoughts on emotions and behaviours
Shanuja
Manoratnam
About me
Life can be challenging. We are all trying our best but changes, mistakes, and unexpected hardships can be difficult to navigate on our own. However, with therapy you do not have to delve into these challenges alone. It can be daunting to even acknowledge our own concerns, so I'm glad that you have already taken the first step into creating some meaningful change in your life by seeking therapy.
I am currently working towards my registration as a psychotherapist. This passion started with my own challenges with mental health. It was not until I went to therapy myself that I fully understood my problems, where they stemmed from, and how I could start coping with these difficulties better. I know what it feels like to be a client and understand the importance of building a strong, authentic therapeutic relationship. As your therapist, I aim to provide you with a safe, supportive space where you can freely express yourself without any judgement.
Everyone is unique, so collaboratively we can create an individualized approach that suits your needs. Along with your expertise on your life, I hope to help you navigate and take control of your mental wellbeing. Through this process of self-exploration, we can identify patterns between your thoughts and behaviours, find healthier alternatives to managing your problems, and rewrite your story. I believe everyone deserves to be heard and understood, and I would be honoured to join you on your own mental health journey as we explore your concerns.
I am currently working towards my registration as a psychotherapist. This passion started with my own challenges with mental health. It was not until I went to therapy myself that I fully understood my problems, where they stemmed from, and how I could start coping with these difficulties better. I know what it feels like to be a client and understand the importance of building a strong, authentic therapeutic relationship. As your therapist, I aim to provide you with a safe, supportive space where you can freely express yourself without any judgement.
Everyone is unique, so collaboratively we can create an individualized approach that suits your needs. Along with your expertise on your life, I hope to help you navigate and take control of your mental wellbeing. Through this process of self-exploration, we can identify patterns between your thoughts and behaviours, find healthier alternatives to managing your problems, and rewrite your story. I believe everyone deserves to be heard and understood, and I would be honoured to join you on your own mental health journey as we explore your concerns.
Identify as racialized
Yes
Ethnicity
Identity based upon a presumption of shared history and common
cultural
inheritance.
Asian
Race
Identity based on physical/genetic characteristics.
South Asian
Immigration history
We use the term "settler" rather than "immigrant" to emphasize
that we
live on Indigenous land.
Second generation settler (parent/s came from a different land)
Identify as 2SLGBTQ+
No
Sexual orientation
This information may help clients looking for a provider with
specific
kinds of lived experience.
Heterosexual or straight
Experience working with 2SLGBTQ+
Prefer not to answer.
Hours & Location
Available hours
Weekdays during the day
Hourly rate
$
60
Location
Markham, Ontario
Qualifications
Licensed to practice in Ontario
Yes
Professional designation
Registered Psychotherapist (RP Qualifying)
Professional association
College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Education
Master of Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University , 2022
Yorkville University , 2022
Approaches to care
Therapeutic Modalities
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Narrative
Solution Focused Therapy
Narrative
Solution Focused Therapy
Specialty
Addictions
No experience
Adjustment & Transitions
General topic(s) related to adjustment & transitions
Immigration
Adolescence
Immigration
Adolescence
Behavioural Concerns
General topic(s) related to behavioural concerns
Behavioural addictions
Behavioural addictions
Gender Identity & Sexual Orientation
General topic(s) related to gender identity and/or sexual orientation
Emotions
General topic(s) related to emotions
Anxiety
Depression
Dissociation
Panic attacks & Phobias
Emotion regulation & Anger management
Anxiety
Depression
Dissociation
Panic attacks & Phobias
Emotion regulation & Anger management
Ethnicity & Culture
General topic(s) related to ethnicity & culture
Experience with refugees
Experience with 1st generation immigrants
Experience with 2nd generation immigrants
Experience with refugees
Experience with 1st generation immigrants
Experience with 2nd generation immigrants
Illness & Disabilities
General topic(s) related to mental health or physical illness and/or disabilities
Mental health disorders
Personality disorder
Mental health disorders
Personality disorder
Neurocognitive Differences
No experience
Physical Health
General topic(s) related to physical health
Relationships
General topic(s) related to relationships
Stress & Trauma
General topic(s) related to stress & trauma
Work stress
Burnout
Bullying
Historic and intergenerational trauma
Complex trauma
Work stress
Burnout
Bullying
Historic and intergenerational trauma
Complex trauma
Other Topics
Domestic abuse and violence
Survivor
Covid-19
Survivor
Covid-19
Clients
Type of therapy
Individual
Age groups
Adolescents (age 14-18)
Younger Adults (19-35)
Adults (36-64)
Younger Adults (19-35)
Adults (36-64)
Accessibility
Modes of delivery
Video
Sliding scale
Yes
; Range:
80
Physical accessibility features
Prefer not to answer.
Experience working with clients with disability
Prefer not to answer.
