Ayana Spivak
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, EXAT
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Richmond Hill, ON L4B
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I work with children and adults who are experiencing conflict or distress associated with loss, transition or change; who may find some feelings or experiences too overwhelming or difficult to communicate using words alone, or for those who may avoid feelings or confuse issues in their use of words. The therapy I provide may suit for those who suffer from problems that stem from body related issues, concern about body image, or issues with trust. Some of my clients have impairment or trauma that may hinder the capacity for them or others to acknowledge and understand personal areas of strength and weakness.
I use experiential, somatic based and humanistic person-centered approach in my practice, in particular Dance/Movement Psychotherapy and Expressive Arts Therapy methods - both with individuals and groups. In therapeutic relationships, my role is to provide a safe environment and help my clients to get better coping and self-support skills.
The play is an essential tool for changing perspective and transformation. In therapy sessions, we can use any art tools that seem helpful for a certain person on a certain day. It could be drawing, collage, musical instruments or voice, movement or clay modeling - whatever inspires you in your journey to your true self. No artistic experience required.
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Finances
Fees
- Pay by Cash, Cheque, Paypal
Insurance
- Covered under some insurance plans
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Ayana Spivak
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, EXAT
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 007821 Ayana Spivak
- In Practice for 14 Years
- Certificate from The Create Institute Expressive Arts Therapy / 2017
- Certificate from Moscow State University of Psychology&Education MA in Psychology / 2002
- Certificate from OEATE 026 / 2011
- Attended The CREATE Institute (Centre for Expressive Arts Therapy Education Program), Graduated 2017
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (365) 607-5551
Ayana Spivak
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, EXAT
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- ADHD
- Autism
- Behavioural Issues
- Body Positivity
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Developmental Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (365) 607-5551
Ayana Spivak
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, EXAT
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Ethnicity
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Russian
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Ethnicity
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Russian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dance/Movement Therapy
- Eclectic
- Expressive Arts
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (365) 607-5551
Ayana Spivak
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, EXAT
Location
Nearby Areas
Towns/Cities
Call for a free consultation now - (365) 607-5551
Ayana Spivak
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, EXAT