Alysha Rajkumar (she/her)

• Abuse (childhood/familial)
• Abuse (intimate partner violence)
• Anxiety
• BIPOC/Racial Issues
• Body Image
• Career Dissatisfaction or Transition
• Creative Blocks
• Depression
• Dreamwork and Dream Interpretation
• Eating Disorders
• Existential Concerns
• Gender Identity
• Health and Illness
• Intergenerational Trauma
• LGBTQ2SIA+
• Life Crisis and Transitions
• Loneliness and Isolation
• Loss and Grief
• Masochism and Self-Defeating Behaviours
• Relationships
• Self-Destructive Patterns
• Self-Esteem
• Sex and Kink
• Stress
• Trauma

• Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

I offer medium- to long-term therapy, which typically involves meeting once or twice a week for 50- or 75- minute sessions. My office is a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space that offers a pause from the busyness of your day-to-day, allowing you to take a moment to connect to yourself as you are. Together, through thoughtful conversation and quiet moments, we explore what feels most pressing for you at the moment. As I listen attentively, pose questions, and draw attention to patterns or behaviours that are seemingly insignificant, unexpected realizations can emerge, along with a depth of understanding about yourself.

I hold an honours degree in fine arts and am a graduate of the Centre for Training in Psychotherapy (CTP). I am a member of the Canadian Association for Psychodynamic Therapy (CAPT).

As do many who practice psychotherapy, I came to the profession through my own therapeutic work, which had a profound impact on most aspects of my life. Deep-rooted anxiety, agitation, and struggle eventually gave way to an inner acceptance and ease—a spaciousness. Something in me began to slow down. And, from this place, I began to make different choices, which resulted in different outcomes. Through this experience, along with my training at the CTP—an academically demanding and experiential program—I came to understand the power and importance of therapy. How the caring presence of another can offer a soft place to land and begin the process of personal exploration and growth.

If you’re interested in meeting, I offer a 30-minute, no-fee, initial consultation in my Toronto office, just steps from Spadina station. This allows us to get a feel for each other—for you to tell me about yourself and why you’re seeking therapy, and to also get a sense of me, how I work, and whether you feel comfortable speaking with me.

To set up a consultation you can reach me by email Monday to Friday at a.rajkumar@protonmail.com and I will endeavour to get back to you within 24 hours. From there, we can set up a time to meet. Ideally, sessions are held in-person; however, if circumstances make that temporarily difficult for you, I do offer phone and Skype sessions.