Luciana Pache de Faria, BSc Psy, RPshe/her

Deciding to see a therapist can be a profound step, and if you're contemplating it, you're not alone. I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space where we can work together on anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, sleep difficulties, or simply that feeling of being stuck. My role is to equip you with real tools and strategies, not just a place to talk, so that change actually sticks.

I'm a Registered Psychotherapist with over 20 years of combined international and Canadian experience. My integrative approach draws on CBT, mindfulness, somatic psychology, EMDR, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, ACT, and trauma-informed practices. I'm also a certified Somatic EMDR Practitioner through Embody Lab. I believe everyone has the capacity to build resilience, and I tailor each session to where you actually are, not a one-size-fits-all protocol.

I work in a client-centred, anti-oppressive way: you are the expert on your own life, and my job is to support your self-awareness, open new perspectives, and walk alongside you. I bring psychoeducation into sessions regularly, whether that's explaining how the nervous system responds to stress, mapping out the window of tolerance, or using visual tools to make abstract concepts concrete. I also have particular experience supporting clients navigating immigration, cultural adjustment, and the emotional weight that comes with building a life in a new country.

I offer sessions in English and Portuguese, and I'm available Tuesdays and Thursdays online. If you'd like to get a sense of how we might work together, I'm happy to start with a free 15-minute consultation. Vamos lá!