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Mental Health Matchmaker

by Building Bridges Psychotherapy

We're on a mission to make it easier to find the right therapist! Through candid conversations with therapists from all walks of life, we hear about their personal narratives and therapeutic methods, while also enjoying a few silly moments. Get ready for a mix of laughter and vulnerability, as we connect with the person behind each practitioner. The best part is that each is available for a free phone consultation: all booking details are included in the show notes of each episode.

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  1. #53: Ask Justin (For Therapists): How Do I Challenge Clients Without Being Harsh?

    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...

  2. #52: Anger, Activism & Why Therapy Is Political | Maria Fakhouri, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH MARIA HERE: http://www.bbtherapy.ca/our-team/maria-f Top Specialties: Relationship Issues, OCD, Giftedness in Adults, Racial Identity & Social Justice, Depression Maria Fakhouri, MA, RP, is a registered therapist offering individual therapy in Ottawa and virtually. She works...

  3. #51: Parenting, Motherhood & Supporting Kids and Teens (Rewind with Erin, Sydney, and Esther)

    Welcome to Rewind with Brooke, where we revisit some of the conversations and insights shared by BB Therapy’s therapists across the Mental Health Matchmaker podcast. In this episode, we’re bringing together clips from Erin Hatton, MACP, RP, Sydney Klassen, MSW, RSW, and Esther Lee, MDiv, RP for a...

  4. #50: Ask Justin (For Therapists): What Do You Do When Both People in a Relationship Feel They’re Right?

    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...

  5. #49: Are We Burned Out From Trying to Keep Up? | Maddy, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH MADDY: https://bbtherapy.ca/maddy Top Specialties: ADHD, School Issues, Addiction/Substance Abuse, OCD, Life Transitions, and Relationship Issues Maddy is a therapist offering individual, couple, and family therapy in Mississauga and virtually by phone or video. She supports...

  6. #48: Ask Justin: Who Is The Real Villain In Summer House, Kyle or Amanda?

    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...

  7. #47: Ask a Therapist: Why Is It So Hard to Feel Worthy of Good Things? | Jolie, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH JOLIE: https://bbtherapy.ca/jolie Top Specialties: Depression, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Family Conflict, and Teens & Adolescence Jolie is a therapist offering individual, couple, and family therapy in Mississauga and virtually by phone or video. Fluent in…

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  8. #46: Ask Justin: Are All Men Emotionally Unavailable, Or Just The Ones I'm Going For?

    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...

  9. #44: Ask Justin (For Therapists): What Do I Do When Both Partners Are Escalated?

    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...

  10. #43: The Silent Toll: PCOS, Women's Health, and Body Dysmorphia | Vino, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH VINO HERE: www.bbtherapy.ca/vino Top Specialties: Anxiety, ADHD, OCD, Women's Issues, Eating Disorders, Immigrants and Cultural Stress, Identity, Burnout & Stress, and Relationship Issues Vino Thayalan, MACP, RP (Qualifying), is a registered therapist offering individual and...

  11. #42: Ask Justin: Why Do I Only Feel Chemistry With People Who Don't Choose Me?

    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...

  12. #41: The Hidden Cost of Being Who Everyone Expects You to Be | Meeraa, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH MEERAA HERE: https://www.bbtherapy.ca/meeraa Top Specialties: Life Transitions, Guilt & Shame, Depression, Relationship Issues, and Identity Meeraa is a registered therapist offering individual, couple, and family therapy in Mississauga and virtually across Ontario. She works...

  13. #40: Ask Justin: I Know What I Need To Change, But I Don't Know How

    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...

  14. #39: Ask A Therapist: Why Can't I Trust My Partner? Plus Being New To Therapy, and The Truth About Boundaries | Amanda, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH AMANDA HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/amanda/Top Specialties: Life Transitions, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem and Confidence Building, Work and Career StressAmanda is a registered therapist who works with individuals navigating anxiety, relationship concerns…

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  15. #38: Ask A Therapist: Parental Disapproval in Relationships, Newcomer Challenges in Canada & Social Anxiety | Amman, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH AMMAN HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/amman/ Top Specialties: Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Codependency, and Burnout Amman is a registered therapist who works with individuals navigating relationship issues, anxiety, burnout, and patterns of self-doubt and...

  16. #37: Community, Care & Connection with Councillor Martin Reid and Justin The Therapist

    In this special episode, Justin The Therapist steps into the host seat for a candid conversation with Ward 9 Councillor Martin Reid. With a background in social work, marriage and family counselling, frontline community support, and municipal leadership, Martin brings a unique perspective on…

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  17. #36: Ask A Therapist: Coping With Addiction When You Feel Stuck | Theepana Siva, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH THEEPANA HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/theepana/ Top Specialties: Addiction/Substance Use, Relationship Issues, PTSD, Emotion Regulation, and Anxiety In this episode of Ask A Therapist, I bring three listener-submitted questions directly to Theepana. • I’ve been struggling with...

  18. #35: Ask Justin: Has Therapy Become A Business Instead Of A Care Field?

    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...

  19. #34: Let's Talk Schema Therapy (and why you react the way you do) | Nikki Addario, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH NIKKI HERE: ⁠https://www.bbtherapy.ca/nikki Top Specialties: 2SLGBTQIA+, Mood Disorders, Teens & Adolescents, Emotional Regulation, and Trauma Nikki Addario is a registered therapist offering individual therapy in Mississauga and virtually. She supports clients navigating mood...

  20. #33: Ask Justin: Tell Me The Reality of The Industry

    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...

  21. #32: ADHD & Autism: Beyond The Stereotypes | Fran Stalteri, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH FRAN HERE: ⁠https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/fran/ Top Specialties: Emotion Regulation, Anxiety, Depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD Fran, MACP, RP, is a registered therapist offering individual, couple, and family therapy in Toronto, Vaughan, Mississauga, and...

  22. #31: Men, Meaning, and Mental Health Across Life Stages | Youssef Shehata, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH YOUSSEF HERE: www.bbtherapy.ca/youssef Top Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Emotion Regulation, Communication, Life Transitions, Relationships Youssef works with individuals, couples, and families, offering therapy in both English and Arabic. His approach focuses on helping...

  23. #30: Ask Justin: How Do I Get Over a Breakup I Didn’t See Coming?

    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...

  24. #29: Ask A Therapist: The Myth Of Perfect Therapy | Omhani Msougar, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH OMHANI HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/omhani/ Top Specialties: Cultural Identity, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Relationships, and Emotional Wellbeing Omhani is a registered therapist who works with individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship dynamics, and...

  25. #28: Ask A Therapist: When Self Care Isn't A Bubble Bath | Jessica Aceto, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH JESSICA HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/jessicaaceto/ Top Specialties: Anxiety, Panic, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Trauma Jessica works with individuals navigating anxiety, panic, relationship challenges, major life transitions, and the impacts of trauma. Her...

  26. Ask Justin: Why Do I Get Triggered When Someone Says "Everything Happens For A Reason"?

    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...

  27. #27: Understanding Your Attachment Style | Dana Burlac, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH DANA HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/dana/ Top Specialties: Life Transitions, Emotional Regulation, Complex Trauma & PTSD, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem & Confidence Dana is a registered therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families navigating life...

  28. Ask Justin: My Partner Cheated A Year Ago But Gets Upset When I Bring It Up

    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...

  29. #26: How Immigration Shapes Mental Health and Relationships | Zohreh Sojoudi, Registered Therapist

    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...

  30. Ask Justin: I'm 30 and I Feel Like I Missed The Mark Somewhere

    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...

  31. #25: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Sexual and Complex Trauma | Marina Sadik, Registered Therapist

    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...

  32. Ask Justin: How Do I Stop Shape-Shifting To Fit In?

    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...

  33. #24: The Early Years That Shape Us, and Supporting Teens in Therapy | Sydney Klassen, Registered Social Worker

    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...

  34. Ask Justin: Did You Ever Doubt You'd Make It In This Field?

    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...

  35. Ask Justin: Is Micro-Cheating A Real Thing?

    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...

  36. #22: Rethinking Strength: Masculinity & Mental Health | Adam Ciupak, Registered Therapist

    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...

  37. Ask Justin: Why Do I Self Sabotage When Things Are Going Well?

    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...

  38. #21: Motherhood: The Parts We Don’t Say Out Loud | Esther Lee, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH ESTHER HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/esther Top Specialties: Anxiety, Trauma, Pregnancy, Prenatal & Postpartum, OCD, and Grief Esther Lee, MDiv, RP (Qualifying), offers individual, couple, and family therapy in Markham and virtually. She specializes in supporting…

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  39. Ask Justin: Can Therapy Help When I'm Not In A Crisis?

    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...

  40. #20: Becoming Who You Needed When You Were Younger | Maria Duran, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH MARIA HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/maria/ Top Specialties: Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Self-Esteem Maria Duran, MACP, RP, is a registered therapist offering individual therapy in Vaughan, Mississauga, and virtually. She supports clients...

  41. Ask Justin: Is It Normal To Cry In Your First Therapy Session?

    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...

  42. #19: Finding Balance In Life + Shifting From Reacting to Responding | Jemima Utami, Registered Social Worker

    BOOK A SESSION WITH JEMIMA HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/jemima/ Top Specialties: Life Transitions, Anxiety, Depression, Stress Management, Immigration and Acculturation Issues, and Family Conflict Jemima Utami, MSW, RSW, is a registered social worker based in Toronto and Vaughan who offers...

  43. Ask Justin: How Do I Stop Doom Scrolling and Actually Rest?

    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...

  44. #18: From Stuck To Self-Honouring: People-Pleasing & Life Transitions | Jessica Anastasi, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH JESSICA HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/jessica/ Top Specialties: Life Coaching, Anxiety, Depression, Divorce/Separation, and Relationship Issues Jessica Anastasi, MACP, RP. offering individual, couple, and family therapy in Mississauga and virtually. In this episode, we...

  45. Ask Justin: What Do You Wish People Knew About Therapy?

    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...

  46. #17: Navigating Immigration & Expanding Self Awareness | Jasmine Sheikh, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH JASMINE HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/jasminesheikh/ Top Specialties: Trauma/PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Immigration Issues, and Women’s Issues Jasmine is a registered therapist who works in Mississauga and virtually. In this episode we talk about the…

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  47. #16: Self Acceptance & Noticing Sensations In The Body | Nidhi Gandhi, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH NIDHI HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/nidhi/ Locations: Mississauga and Phone/Video Top Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Substance Use, and Relationship Issues Nidhi Gandhi, PhD, MA, RP, is a compassionate, encouraging therapist offering individual, couple, and...

  48. #15: The Inner Critic, Grief & The Power of Curiosity | Arushi Bajaj, Registered Therapist

    BOOK A SESSION WITH ARUSHI HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/arushi/ Top Specialties: Anxiety, Guilt & Shame, Depression, Narcissism, and Relationship Issues Arushi is a registered therapist who works virtually with both individuals and couples. In this episode, we explore the voice of the…

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  49. #14: Understanding Neurodivergence, Co-regulation & Connection | Brie Schinkel, Registered Social Worker

    BOOK A SESSION WITH BRIE HERE: https://bbtherapy.ca/our_team/brie/ Top Specialties: Grief, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Guilt & Shame, and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Brie is a Registered Social Worker based in Guelph who brings compassion, honesty, and humour to the therapy...

  50. Meet Your Host, Brooke!

    Welcome to The Mental Health Matchmaker Podcast, where real conversations with real therapists help you figure out who might be the right fit for you. I’m Brooke, your host! I’ve been in therapy for years, ever since a major life transition pushed me into the deep end of self-discovery. That...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

We're on a mission to make it easier to find the right therapist! Through candid conversations with therapists from all walks of life, we hear about their personal narratives and therapeutic methods, while also enjoying a few silly moments. Get ready for a mix of laughter and vulnerability, as we connect with the person behind each practitioner. The best part is that each is available for a free phone consultation: all booking details are included in the show notes of each episode.

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We're on a mission to make it easier to find the right therapist! Through candid conversations with therapists from all walks of life, we hear about their personal narratives and therapeutic methods, while also enjoying a few silly moments. Get ready for a mix of laughter and vulnerability, as we...

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