Harpal Hayer, MD, RP(Q)

I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. My training and experiences as a medical graduate and academic researcher have led me to develop a holistic approach to therapy. This allows me to appreciate the connection between an individual’s mental and physical health, as well as other aspects of life that can impact their wellbeing. As a Person-Centered therapist, I work in a collaborative, judgment-free manner with my clients to get from where they are currently and moving towards where they want to be. I support clients that are experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, chronic disease management, emotional regulation, grief/loss, health related anxiety, insomnia, internet addiction, relationship issues, stress, and substance use. I have experience working with healthcare professionals, college/university students, and individuals of South Asian backgrounds. I support individuals by drawing from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. I am available for both virtual and in-person sessions. Clinician competencies: • Alcohol Abuse • Anger • Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder • Burnout • Chronic Disease Management • Depression/Major Depressive Disorder/Dysthymia • Emotion Regulation • Erectile Dysfunction • Grief/Loss • Health Anxiety • Hypertension • Insomnia/Sleep Problems • Internet Addiction • Motor Vehicle Accidents • Narcissistic Personality Disorder • Non-Substance/Behavioural Addictions • Performance Anxiety • Procrastination • Religious/Spiritual Concerns • Relationship issues • Return to Work/WSIB • Self-Esteem • Sexual Dysfunction • Social Anxiety • Stress • Substance Use • Trauma/PTSD • Anxiety/mood med withdrawal Populations served: • Adults • Caregivers • Family Health Teams • First Responders • Gifted/High IQ Young Adults • Healthcare Professionals • LGBTQIAS2+ community • Older Adults (65+) • Return to Work/WSIB Clients Treatment modalities: • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy • Internal Family Systems • Mindfulness Therapy • Motivational Interviewing • Narrative Therapy • Person-Centered Therapy • Solutions Focused Treatment • BIPOC Treatment Please note that our associates work with many presenting issues, some of which are not listed in this biography. Please speak with our intake team at 416-363-4228 for more information.