Mend and Restore
Navigating Grief and Trauma through Counselling Compassion!
Compassionate and Experienced Therapists
Our team consists of compassionate therapists and counsellors who specialize in grief and trauma counselling. They have extensive experience working with individuals facing loss, grief, and trauma, providing empathetic support and evidence-based techniques to facilitate healing.
Personalized Approach
We understand that each person's grief and trauma journey is unique. Our therapists take a personalized approach, tailoring therapy to address your specific needs, emotions, and goals. We provide a safe and supportive environment where you can express yourself and heal at your own pace.
Virtual Counselling for Convenience
Our virtual counselling option allows you to access therapy from the comfort and privacy of your own space. Through secure and confidential video sessions, you can receive support conveniently, eliminating concerns about travel or scheduling conflicts.
In-Person Counselling for In-Depth Support
We offer in-person counselling services at our offices in Mississauga, Toronto, and Milton, and offer the convenience of home-visits across the GTA. In-person sessions provide a deeper level of support, allowing for a more immersive therapy experience and fostering a stronger therapeutic relationship.
Validation and Emotional Support
Grief and trauma counselling provide a safe and empathetic space where individuals can express their emotions and experiences without judgment. Therapists offer validation and emotional support, acknowledging the pain and validating the individual's grief or trauma. This validation helps individuals feel understood, acknowledged, and supported on their healing journey.
Processing and Expression of Emotions:
Grief and trauma counselling help individuals navigate the complex emotions associated with loss and trauma. Therapists provide tools and techniques for processing and expressing emotions in a healthy and constructive manner. Through therapy, individuals can explore and release pent-up emotions, facilitating the healing process and preventing emotional suppression or avoidance.
Coping Strategies and Resilience Building
Grief and trauma counselling equip individuals with coping strategies to navigate the challenges and triggers associated with their experiences. Therapists teach practical techniques, such as deep breathing, grounding exercises, and self-care practices, to manage anxiety, stress, and overwhelming emotions. By developing effective coping mechanisms, individuals can build resilience and regain a sense of control over their lives.
Integration of Loss and Trauma
Grief and trauma counselling help individuals integrate their experiences into their lives in a meaningful way. Therapists guide individuals in understanding the impact of loss or trauma on their identity, beliefs, and worldview. Through therapy, individuals can find meaning, make sense of their experiences, and create a narrative that allows for growth and healing.
Healing from Complex Grief
Grief and trauma counselling provide specialized support for complex grief, which occurs when the grieving process becomes prolonged or complicated. Therapists help individuals navigate the unique challenges of complex grief, such as unresolved emotions, guilt, or a sense of detachment. By addressing these challenges, individuals can find healing and move towards acceptance and a renewed sense of purpose.
Addressing Trauma Symptoms and Post-Traumatic Stress
Grief and trauma counselling assist individuals in addressing trauma symptoms and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) related to their experiences. Therapists employ evidence-based techniques, such as cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), to help individuals process and reframe traumatic memories, alleviate distressing symptoms, and restore a sense of safety and well-being.
Restoring Trust and Connection
Grief and trauma can strain relationships and erode trust. Counselling provides a space for individuals to explore and heal relational wounds resulting from loss or trauma. Therapists support individuals in rebuilding trust, enhancing communication skills, and fostering healthy connections with loved ones. By addressing relational challenges, individuals can restore and strengthen their support networks.
Rediscovering Meaning and Purpose
Grief and trauma counselling assist individuals in rediscovering meaning and purpose in their lives. Therapists help individuals explore their values, strengths, and passions, enabling them to find new sources of joy and fulfillment. By reconnecting with personal values and aspirations, individuals can move forward with a renewed sense of purpose and create a meaningful future.
Embark on your transformative journey alongside our team of compassionate therapists and counsellors
Shani Hussain
Clinical SupervisorBrooke Cunningham
Social WorkerRayya Brown
Social WorkerMarina Stamatakos
Registered PsychotherapistTin Man Cheung
Social WorkerYasmine El-Garhy
Registered PsychotherapistStephanie M.
Cuddle TherapistDabeer H.
Cuddle TherapistHinnah Khan
Client Experience AdviserKevin Kameoka
Office AdministratorFees
Fees are on a sliding scale and depend on staff qualifications and experience, as well as the billing method.
Out-of-Pocket:
$100-$160
Private Insurance:
$150-$200
In order to claim the cost of your session please check your policy and ensure that the type of therapist you wish to see (e.g., Psychotherapist, Behaviour Analyst, or Social Worker) is listed under your coverage.
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Mark M2024-07-29I initially booked an appointment at Hatch-Me to deal with some personal issues I was having. Through my first discussions with my therapist, a number of new things have come up that I decided I should also work on. Needless to say, my therapy sessions have been evolving and I now have a list of items I am addressing with a goal of improving my life. I am very grateful to have found Hatch-Me and my therapist Marina. Through the ups and downs I am happy to say that my life, my satisfaction with my life and how I conduct myself in difficult situations has been trending upwards towards a way I am more proud of. I have been skeptical about therapy, and know that successful therapy depends heavily on a good match between patient and therapist, but I'm SO glad to have jumped in at Hatch-Me. The team at Hatch-Me is compassionate, attentive, insightful and just an all around pleasure to deal with. To anyone reading this who is considering therapy, just do it. It's difficult to explain how it has benefited me, but I look forward to every appointment I have coming up. Shani is an absolute pleasure to deal with as well.K2024-07-23My life was completely different before I met Marina Stamatakos. I remember when I first came to Marina, being anxious about absolutely everything as I am a pretty anxious person, and she was the one who helped me. Throughout our sessions she became not only a therapist for me, but a coach and a friend. I have not met a person with whom I would be able to speak so easily and fairly. Marina helped my mental health a lot; she helped to change my vision of different things and showed me plenty of strategies to help myself in stressful situations. I will be forevermore thankful to Marina, to wonderful Shani, one of the kindest people I have ever met, and to the whole community of Hatch-Me. You are saving people and you are saving our mental health!Jessica Ayyoub2024-07-15Rayya at Hatch me, has been a huge part of my success with my relationship and has given both of us a renewed sense of hope for our future with her enthusiasm and perspectives. We have been gifted with her insights from her education and wonderful inspiration.Areeba Khanshan2024-07-14I was misdiagnosed and had wasted years of my life going to therapists that did nothing to help me. Just cliche empathy statements and nothing useful. Shani truly breaks the mold as a therapist. He helps even when I’m in a crisis and text him last minute. He sacrifices his time to make sure I’m safe. If you have depression, anxiety, or literally any hardship and need solid guidance, choose Shani! My friend had another therapist from this company and loved her too. I recommend everyone to hatch meJackie Vainberg2024-04-25Shani is amazing at what he does, he’s incredibly knowledgeable, caring, and an amazing support to have on your healing journey. Also especially great with neurodivergence which I appreciate a lot.Shivani Gore2024-04-16Supportive kind and heard me out - strategies were great to boost my daily routine and productivity and helped me understand myself….. Thanks for the kindness and support….Michael A.2024-02-23Shani is incredible, he was by my side in an uphill battle and helped me prevail. Thank you Good Sir.Arshveer Singh2023-10-05This may not be the place where I started my self-healing era, but it is the place where I made the most progress. I was referred to this place, and specifically to Shani, and I was told that in his therapy he was kind, understanding, knowledgeable, and practical. Shani is all that and more. He is also generous, straightforward, empathetic, compassionate, and most of all curious. Shani's one and only goal is to make sure that his patients are able to stand on their own two feet again, and face life, and all it's challenges head-on with confidence and belief in themselves; I have not known him to judge, presume, or invalidate. In our sessions, Shani made sure to first fully understand my challenges; what I faced, and how it affected me; and only after he had that understanding did we discuss a tailored treatment and next steps. That is only part of what I am willing to share, but know that if you truly want to heal and make concrete changes to your life, Shani is the therapist you want, period.Shelly Sj2023-09-01I am extremely thankful for having Shani during our challenging time,he is immensely supportive and helpful, a friend a brother to my loved one who had hard time trusting others. He is always a compassionate and positive influence for my loved one who now always looks forward to meeting Shani .He provides a comfortable and empathetic guidance. He is a friend and big support to us all . Thank you so much Shani .Gillian F.2023-07-12I am grateful to have had Shani be a resource and support during a difficult transition in my life. I had enough self-awareness to google 'therapy' and Hatch-Me came up. It was the reviews that led me to finally submit a request to connect with someone, and I met Shani. I understand why he encourages his patients, once we are in a better headspace, to share our experiences here in order to potentially attract other souls searching for support. There is no pressure, but an understanding of how reviews drive awareness - I am here for it. If you are looking for some guidance, support, or a path to a better headspace, I encourage you to check HM out and meet with anyone on the team. Shani - you are an angel. You provided appropriate therapeutic support and relevant guidance to me during a dark time in my life. Your dedication is unparalleled. You are so accommodating, work around my timings, when I'm late, hungry or when I am in a situation where I need a call or text - you do your best to be there, and you are. It tells me that you actually care about me, my wellbeing, and you want to see me thrive. I hope I am fortunate enough to know you forever. I can assure you I will continue to visit HM whenever I need to kick my negative thoughts in the 'behind'and focus on budling the life I know I deserve because, I Love myself enough to try a little more each day. Thank you for that. From my experience, Shani is patient, but he will also confront your thought patterns when needed. He will support you with reassurance and also challenge you to move outside of a comfort zone. He will be clear and forthright about what one needs to do (unique to them) for overall health and wellbeing. If you care and love yourself enough to want to make some positive changes in your headspace, I encourage you to make an appointment. I can assure you, you won't regret it. Thank you again Hatch-Me and Thank you always Shani. Love, an exposed Gill.