Welcome to the Anxiety Healing Clinic
Hello! My name is Adrian,
At the age of 17, I began to have chest pains that were so sharp I couldn’t breathe. I went to the doctor thinking there was something wrong with me. His answer: you’re just stressed.
I had no idea why I was anxious, and nothing seemed to help. Addictions were my coping mechanisms for anxiety, providing short-term relief despite the long-term consequences.
Eventually those consequences forced me to seek help, and I began my recovery journey. That was over a decade ago. Therapy has been life changing for me – I became more calm, happy and connected, and I began to wonder if this was something I could do for others as well. I’m so grateful I chose this path; the journey has been remarkably rewarding.
My Experience
I volunteered for more than seven years as an addictions’ counselor, working primarily with men. This experience led me to launch The Addictive Pod: How to Recover from Addiction. I also worked for two years in the CAMH emergency department, helping to de-escalate situations and respond to crises. I became familiar with borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, suicidal ideation, and other mental health concerns. My first year as a student therapist was with PsyVitaliti Clinic where I offered therapy to students experiencing burnout, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. I also worked as a student therapist at York University, learning psychological assessment as well as therapy. Since 2024 I have been in private practice, working primarily with panic disorders, social anxiety, and addictions.
Clinic Philosophy
My Credentials
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) CRPO
Master of Psychology, Adler Graduate Professional School
Bachelor of Science, Psychology Major, University of Toronto
Motivational Interviewing, Level 1 – Dr. Jean Marc Assad
CBT Trained – PsyVitaliti