Meet Serena
Serena Manoochehri
BA (Hons) Psych, MACP, Registered Psychotherapist, EMDR Trained Clinician
Areas of focus: Anxiety (including social anxiety), Self-Esteem, Panic Attacks, Depression, Stress Management & Self-Care, Relationship Challenges, Phobias, Trauma, Communication and Boundaries, Grief/Anticipatory Grief, Borderline Personality Disorder, Life Transitions, Emotion Dysregulation.
My Style & Approach
With an approach rooted in empathy and collaboration, Serena blends evidence-based techniques with a warm, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can feel safe, seen, and heard. She believes that therapy should be a space for self-discovery and empowerment, tailored to meet each individual’s unique needs and goals. Serena often uses lighthearted humor to ease tension and create a comfortable environment, making it easier for clients to open up and explore their thoughts and feelings.
Serena is deeply committed to supporting individuals in their journey towards emotional well-being and personal growth. With over 6 years of experience working with Seniors, Adults & Teens (13+), and following an integrative and client-centred approach, Serena has been able to help individuals uncover their strengths and develop the tools needed to create lasting change, unique to each person. Whether you’re facing life’s transitions, navigating challenges, or seeking greater self-awareness, Serena is here to walk with you every step of the way, helping you live a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Education, Training & Personal Development
Serena has an Honours Bachelor Degree in Psychology and has her Master’s of Arts in Counselling Psychology. She is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, and previously acted as a clinical supervisor for Master’s students training to become psychotherapists themselves. Serena offers in-person, virtual and phone appointments.
Serena implements treatment from therapeutic modalities, such as: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Gottman Couples Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Exposure Therapy, Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). She also incorporates techniques from Polyvagal Theory, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Morita Therapy, Compassionate Inquiry and Motivational Interviewing in her sessions
Personal Interests
Being a musician for over 15 years, one of my greatest passions has been music. I find music extremely therapeutic, and one of my favourite things on the planet is attending a concert where everyone can come together to support something they love. I also have had a love for animals since a young age and was fortunate to have grown up around many different types of animals. I believe they have the power to help us regulate, and I hope to one day incorporate animal therapy into my work—combining two of my passions.