Aliza Shor, MACP, RP

I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA).

I provide individual therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety disorders including social anxiety, agoraphobia, panic disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).  

I have experience treating a variety of OCD themes including existential OCD, relationship OCD, harm OCD, health anxiety, moral scrupulosity OCD, false memory OCD, real event OCD, and sexual orientation OCD (HOCD).

I also have experience treating depression, perfectionism, people pleasing tendencies, low self-esteem, body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), disordered eating, and body-focused repetitive behaviours (BFRBs) including trichotillomania or hair-pulling disorder and excoriation or skin-picking disorder.

My therapeutic approach incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy. I have received specialized training in these modalities and value continuous education in various therapeutic methods.

I have always been passionate about mental health and empowering individuals to live a values-based, meaningful life. I believe that we all have the potential to make positive lifestyle changes despite the negative emotions or intrusive thoughts that we may experience.

Every individual is different and requires a tailored approach to therapy. We will work collaboratively in a warm, safe, and respectful environment where you will feel supported and understood. Together, we will develop an individualized treatment plan that addresses your concerns and reflects your unique lifestyle and goals.

My background enables me to take a holistic approach to health and consider each individual’s physical, emotional, and social well-being. In addition to my education and training in counselling psychology, I hold a bachelor’s degree in nutrition and strive to help my patients achieve balance and optimal mental and physical health.

Having several years of experience working as an elementary and high school teacher, I am familiar with the concerns I see in today’s students: anxiety disorders, stress, depression, low self-esteem, as well as the pressure to succeed and to fit in. I always loved interacting with my students and understand the challenges that children and adolescents struggle with.

I was born in Mexico City and moved to Canada with my family when I was in middle school. I value the importance of family, community, and cultural and religious traditions. I am fluent in English and Spanish and look forward to working with clients of all backgrounds!

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