Message from the Clinical Director

The only true prerequisite for therapy is a desire for change. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply longing for something more, therapy can help you gain clarity, reconnect with yourself, and discover new ways forward.

Together with your therapist, you can learn to feel more grounded, build healthier boundaries, strengthen your resilience, and develop a deeper sense of confidence and self-trust.

We support clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and family difficulties, addiction, co-dependency, low self-esteem, body image concerns, chronic illness, immigration and culture shock, identity, sexuality, life transitions, and complex personal patterns.

Whether you meet with us online or in person, our therapists offer compassionate care, professional guidance, and genuine support. We invite you to explore Our Services to learn more about the therapy we offer, and Our Team to find a therapist who feels like the right fit.

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CLINICAL DIRECTOR

OUR TEAM

OUR SERVICES

OUR VALUES

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome

The only true prerequisite for therapy is a desire for change. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply longing for something more, therapy can help you gain clarity, reconnect with yourself, and discover new ways forward.

Together with your therapist, you can learn to feel more grounded, build healthier boundaries, strengthen your resilience, and develop a deeper sense of confidence and self-trust.

We support clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and family difficulties, addiction, co-dependency, low self-esteem, body image concerns, chronic illness, immigration and culture shock, identity, sexuality, life transitions, and complex personal patterns.

Whether you meet with us online or in person, our therapists offer compassionate care, professional guidance, and genuine support. We invite you to explore Our Services to learn more about the therapy we offer, and Our Team to find a therapist who feels like the right fit.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

OPENINGS AND REFERRALS

We are currently looking for RP(Q) and interns with one the following qualifications:

  • trained and interested in working with children,
  • able to provide therapy in one of the following languages:
    • Ukrainian
    • French
    • Farsi
    • Hebrew
    • Arabic
    • Chinese
  • if you are a student,  finishing your course, or an RP(Q), who is interested in supervision, and do not have any of these qualifications, we would still like to hear from you!  The most important qualification is your enthusiasm and desire to learn.

PEER SUPERVISION GROUP FOR GESTALT THERAPISTS

CONTACTFUL MONDAYS is an online peer supervision group. It is free of charge.

We meet online every second week for a 1.5h to discuss cases and other professional challenges, and to support each other.

We also meet in person in Toronto approximately every two months for a hot seat meeting and a lunch. During the hot seat we engage in a "round robin" hot seat encounters, so that each one of us gets to be once a client, and once a therapist. After every hot seat encounter, we give feedback to each other.

If you a practicing therapist, registered or qualifying, who is Gestalt-trained, you are welcome to apply to join us.

The group is run by consensus. When you apply, we will invite you to the group for a friendly chat, and collectively decide if you are a good fit.

INVITATION TO JOIN THE GESTALT THERAPISTS' BOOK CLUB

 

Open to students and graduates of GIT.

We meet every two weeks on Tuesday evenings at 8:00 p.m. for one hour to read and discuss books related to psychotherapy, Gestalt therapy, and professional development.

We have just finished reading and discussing The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk and are now beginning The Gestalt Therapy Book by Joel Latner.

This is a great time to join us, as we are just starting a new book.

Our next meeting—and our first discussion dedicated to The Gestalt Therapy Book—will take place on Tuesday, August 25 at 8:00 p.m.

Participation is free of charge.

If you would like to join, please reply here or email irina@goodlifepsychotherapy.ca.

We would be happy to have you with us!

SUPERVISION GROUP

Group Supervision with Marina Ford MEd., RP DipGIT  offers Qualifying Psychotherapists a supportive and collaborative space to deepen their clinical practice. Marina brings extensive experience working with children, adolescents, Indigenous and Muslim communities, and individuals navigating trauma and post-traumatic stress. In her supervision groups, she emphasizes reflective dialogue, case exploration, and the safe and effective use of self in the therapeutic relationship. Participants benefit from shared learning with peers while receiving Marina’s thoughtful guidance, which fosters both professional growth and confidence in meeting CRPO requirements.

OUR TEAM

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IRINA PETROVA RP DipGIT

Clinical Director

Clinical Director, Registered Psychotherapist and Supervisor

 

 

MARINA FORD MEd RP DipGIT

marinaford

Registered Psychotherapist and Supervisor

 

GRIAG MORIARTY RP DipGIT C. Hyp

Registered Psychotherapist and Supervisor

 

AIMEE CHOUINARD MA RP

Registered Psychotherapist

 

RHEA RATHESH MA RP

Registered Psychotherapist

 

AISHA BASHA RP(Q)

 Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying).

AL-AIN DALISAY RP(Q)

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

 

ALANEY MARINUCCI MA RP(Q)

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying).

 

AMANDEEP KAUR RP(Q)

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

ELENA KORBOUT MA RP(Q)

ELENA

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

SEVDE IZ KURUSCU RP(Q)

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

VINO THAYALAN MA RP(Q)

Vino

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

ALESSANDRA DI BONA RP(Q)

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

JULIA PYCZEK

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

SASHAUNA BRISSETT

Student Therapist

 

 

 

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OUR SERVICES

ONE-ON-ONE THERAPY

Individual Psychotherapy

Individual psychotherapy—often called “talk therapy”—is more than a conversation between two people. It is a dedicated space for healing and transformation, grounded in a therapeutic relationship that offers safety, deep listening, compassion, and professional insight.

At its heart, therapy is about working through emotional wounds that may keep us stuck in old patterns—even when those patterns no longer serve us. Through therapy, you can cultivate the courage to step beyond the familiar, growing into greater self-awareness, resilience, and a deeper understanding of yourself and your life.

This journey looks different for everyone. It asks for honesty, vulnerability, patience, and trust. While the process can be challenging, it is also profoundly rewarding.

Who Provides Therapy at Good Life Psychotherapy?

Our Registered Psychotherapists (RPs) bring many years of professional training and lived experience to their work:

We also offer affordable therapy with Qualifying Therapists—highly educated, passionate professionals who are completing their clinical training under close supervision. This option makes meaningful, high-quality therapy accessible at a significantly lower cost. Our current qualifying therapists include:

Our Approaches

We integrate a wide range of therapeutic modalities, tailoring the approach to your unique needs and goals. Our team works with:

Languages

We provide therapy in multiple languages:

Our Areas of Expertise

Our therapists bring specialized expertise in supporting diverse populations and communities, including:

Age Groups

Cultural & Ethnic Communities

Identity & Lifestyle

Specialized Needs

Fees

  • Registered Psychotherapists (RPs): $185 per 50-minute individual session. Sliding scale available based on need.
  • Qualifying Therapists: $50–$150 per 50-minute session, with sliding scale options.
  • Pro bono therapy – A limited number of free spots may be available with qualifying therapists.

Many extended insurance plans cover the services of Registered Psychotherapists and Qualifying therapists. If you are unsure, we recommend checking with your provider.

 

COUPLES COUNSELING

Couples Counseling

Couples counseling—also called couples therapy or marriage counseling—is a specialized form of psychotherapy that supports partners in improving communication, resolving conflict, and deepening connection. Whether you are facing specific challenges or simply wish to strengthen your relationship, couples counseling offers a safe, collaborative space to explore concerns and work toward shared goals.

At Good Life Psychotherapy, our couples therapists draw on a variety of approaches, including:

Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM) Couples Counseling

We recognize that love and connection take many forms. At Good Life Psychotherapy, we are proud to support couples and polycules practicing Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM). ENM counseling provides a safe, non-judgmental space to explore the unique challenges and opportunities that arise in open relationships. Together, we can work on strengthening communication, navigating boundaries, managing jealousy, fostering trust, and honoring the values and agreements that support your relationship.

This work is grounded in respect for diversity, authenticity, and choice, helping partners create relationships that reflect their true needs and identities. Irina Petrova, RP and Graig Moriarty RP DipGIT has a special focus in ENM and polyamory, bringing extensive experience in supporting individuals and couples in alternative relationship structures.

Fees

  • Registered Psychotherapists (RPs): $170–$190 per 50-minute session; $255 for a standard 90-minute session. Sliding scale available based on need.
  • Qualifying Therapists: $50–$150 per session, with affordable options for couples seeking support under supervision.

Many extended insurance plans cover the services of Registered Psychotherapists. If you are unsure, we recommend checking with your provider.

SUPERVISION

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Supervision & Professional Development

At Good Life Psychotherapy, our senior Registered Psychotherapists (RPs) - Irina Petrova RP DipGIT and Marina Ford MEd., RP, DipGIT - offer one-on-one, dyadic (one-to-two) and group supervision for Qualifying Psychotherapists and Registered Psychotherapists seeking ongoing professional development.

In addition to supervision, we provide professional development workshops designed for students, qualifying therapists, and fully registered psychotherapists. These workshops integrate clinical skills training with self-reflection, community learning, and support for sustainable growth in the profession.

Purpose, Goals & Objectives of Supervision

The goal of our supervision work is to support therapists at every stage of their development while safeguarding client welfare and deepening the supervisee’s professional identity. Together, we work to:

  • Safeguard the welfare of the client
  • Discuss the direction of therapy and the therapeutic relationship
  • Enhance the supervisee’s safe and effective use of self in therapy
  • Meet the CRPO’s requirements for supervision toward registration and independent practice
  • Foster the professional growth, confidence, and clinical judgment of the supervisee

Why Supervise With Us?

  • Access to experienced supervisors with diverse clinical expertise in Gestalt, psychodynamic, somatic, IMAGO therapy, Nonviolent Communication (NVC), DBT, LGBTQ+ care, child and adolescent therapy, ENM/polyamory counseling, and more
  • Opportunities to learn within a supportive, collaborative, and multicultural practice
  • Flexible formats: dyadic, group, and workshop-based learning
  • Supervision hours that count toward CRPO requirements for Qualifying and Registered Psychotherapists

If you are a psychotherapy student, Qualifying Psychotherapist, or a Registered Psychotherapist seeking supervision or professional growth opportunities, we invite you to contact us for details about upcoming supervision groups and workshops.

 

 
 
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Commitment to Our Clients

 

  • Autonomy: we value our clients' autonomy and right to make their own choices. We work in a dialogue with our clients, acknowledging and respecting their perspectives and taking risks together.
  • Creativity: We value the creative process inherent in all of us in the
    Here and Now and engage in it with our clients.
  • Empathy: we strive to empathize with our clients’ feelings and experiences.
  • Acceptance: we cultivate and practice acceptance and unconditional positive regard for our clients. This means valuing clients’ humanity, regardless of their thoughts, behaviors, or experiences.
  • Empowerment: We focus on clients' strengths and resilience and help them become the best versions of themselves.
  • Response-ability: We help our clients to develop Response-Ability, i.e., the ability to respond to the challenges and needs of the present moment.

Commitment to Ethical Practice

 

  • Strict Confidentiality, which is essential to creating a safe and trusting environment.
  • Informed Consent: we ensure that clients understand the nature of therapy, its goals, and potential risks before engaging in the therapeutic process.
  • Professional Development: we engage in ongoing education and professional development and stay informed about the latest research, therapeutic techniques, and ethical standards to provide the best possible care for our clients.
  • Cultural Competence and Sensitivity: we recognize and value clients' diversity, including their cultural backgrounds, beliefs, and values. We strive to be culturally competent, and our approach is inclusive and respectful.

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Our Values

Commitment to Our Clients

 

  • Autonomy: we value our clients' autonomy and right to make their own choices. We work in a dialogue with our clients, acknowledging and respecting their perspectives and taking risks together.
  • Creativity: We value the creative process inherent in all of us in the
    Here and Now and engage in it with our clients.
  • Empathy: we strive to empathize with our clients’ feelings and experiences.
  • Acceptance: we cultivate and practice acceptance and unconditional positive regard for our clients. This means valuing clients’ humanity, regardless of their thoughts, behaviors, or experiences.
  • Empowerment: We focus on clients' strengths and resilience and help them become the best versions of themselves.
  • Response-ability: We help our clients to develop Response-Ability, i.e., the ability to respond to the challenges and needs of the present moment.

Commitment to Ethical Practice

 

  • Strict Confidentiality, which is essential to creating a safe and trusting environment.
  • Informed Consent: we ensure that clients understand the nature of therapy, its goals, and potential risks before engaging in the therapeutic process.
  • Professional Development: we engage in ongoing education and professional development and stay informed about the latest research, therapeutic techniques, and ethical standards to provide the best possible care for our clients.
  • Cultural Competence and Sensitivity: we recognize and value clients' diversity, including their cultural backgrounds, beliefs, and values. We strive to be culturally competent, and our approach is inclusive and respectful.

Our Services

INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY

Individual Psychotherapy

Individual psychotherapy—often called “talk therapy”—is more than a conversation between two people. It is a dedicated space for healing and transformation, grounded in a therapeutic relationship that offers safety, deep listening, compassion, and professional insight.

At its heart, therapy is about working through emotional wounds that may keep us stuck in old patterns—even when those patterns no longer serve us. Through therapy, you can cultivate the courage to step beyond the familiar, growing into greater self-awareness, resilience, and a deeper understanding of yourself and your life.

This journey looks different for everyone. It asks for honesty, vulnerability, patience, and trust. While the process can be challenging, it is also profoundly rewarding.

Who Provides Therapy at Good Life Psychotherapy?

Our Registered Psychotherapists (RPs) bring many years of professional training and lived experience to their work:

We also offer affordable therapy with Qualifying Therapists—highly educated, passionate professionals who are completing their clinical training under close supervision. This option makes meaningful, high-quality therapy accessible at a significantly lower cost. Our current qualifying therapists include:

Our Approaches

We integrate a wide range of therapeutic modalities, tailoring the approach to your unique needs and goals. Our team works with:

Languages

We provide therapy in multiple languages:

Our Areas of Expertise

Our therapists bring specialized expertise in supporting diverse populations and communities, including:

Age Groups

Cultural & Ethnic Communities

Identity & Lifestyle

Specialized Needs

Fees

  • Registered Psychotherapists (RPs): $185 per 50-minute individual session. Sliding scale available based on need.
  • Qualifying Therapists: $50–$150 per 50-minute session, with sliding scale options.
  • Pro bono therapy – A limited number of free spots may be available with qualifying therapists.

Many extended insurance plans cover the services of Registered Psychotherapists and Qualifying therapists. If you are unsure, we recommend checking with your provider.

 

COUPLES COUNSELING/ ENM COUPLES COUNSELING

Couples Counseling

Couples counseling—also called couples therapy or marriage counseling—is a specialized form of psychotherapy that supports partners in improving communication, resolving conflict, and deepening connection. Whether you are facing specific challenges or simply wish to strengthen your relationship, couples counseling offers a safe, collaborative space to explore concerns and work toward shared goals.

At Good Life Psychotherapy, our couples therapists draw on a variety of approaches, including:

Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM) Couples Counseling

We recognize that love and connection take many forms. At Good Life Psychotherapy, we are proud to support couples and polycules practicing Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM). ENM counseling provides a safe, non-judgmental space to explore the unique challenges and opportunities that arise in open relationships. Together, we can work on strengthening communication, navigating boundaries, managing jealousy, fostering trust, and honoring the values and agreements that support your relationship.

This work is grounded in respect for diversity, authenticity, and choice, helping partners create relationships that reflect their true needs and identities. Irina Petrova, RP and Graig Moriarty RP DipGIT has a special focus in ENM and polyamory, bringing extensive experience in supporting individuals and couples in alternative relationship structures.

Fees

  • Registered Psychotherapists (RPs): $170–$190 per 50-minute session; $255 for a standard 90-minute session. Sliding scale available based on need.
  • Qualifying Therapists: $50–$150 per session, with affordable options for couples seeking support under supervision.

Many extended insurance plans cover the services of Registered Psychotherapists. If you are unsure, we recommend checking with your provider.

SUPERVISION

 

Supervision & Professional Development

At Good Life Psychotherapy, our senior Registered Psychotherapists (RPs) - Irina Petrova RP DipGIT, Marina Ford MEd., RP, DipGIT  offer both dyadic (one-to-two) and group supervision for Qualifying Psychotherapists and Registered Psychotherapists seeking ongoing professional development.

In addition to supervision, we provide professional development workshops designed for students, qualifying therapists, and fully registered psychotherapists. These workshops integrate clinical skills training with self-reflection, community learning, and support for sustainable growth in the profession.

Purpose, Goals & Objectives of Supervision

The goal of our supervision work is to support therapists at every stage of their development while safeguarding client welfare and deepening the supervisee’s professional identity. Together, we work to:

  • Safeguard the welfare of the client
  • Discuss the direction of therapy and the therapeutic relationship
  • Enhance the supervisee’s safe and effective use of self in therapy
  • Meet the CRPO’s requirements for supervision toward registration and independent practice
  • Foster the professional growth, confidence, and clinical judgment of the supervisee

Why Supervise With Us?

  • Access to experienced supervisors with diverse clinical expertise in Gestalt, psychodynamic, somatic, IMAGO therapy, Nonviolent Communication (NVC), DBT, LGBTQ+ care, child and adolescent therapy, ENM/polyamory counseling, and more
  • Opportunities to learn within a supportive, collaborative, and multicultural practice
  • Flexible formats: dyadic, group, and workshop-based learning
  • Supervision hours that count toward CRPO requirements for Qualifying and Registered Psychotherapists

If you are a psychotherapy student, Qualifying Psychotherapist, or a Registered Psychotherapist seeking supervision or professional growth opportunities, we invite you to contact us for details about upcoming supervision groups and workshops.

 

 
 
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Our Team

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IRINA PETROVA RP DipGIT

CLINICAL DIRECTOR

 

Clinical Director, Registered Psychotherapist, and Supervisor

 

 

AIMEE CHOUINARD MA RP

Registered Psychotherapist

 

ALANEY MARINUCCI MA RP(Q)

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

RHEA RATHESH MA RP(Q)

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

JULIA PYCZEK

 

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

 

MARINA FORD MEd RP DipGIT

marinaford

 

Registered Psychotherapist

and Supervisor

 

 

AISHA BASHA MA RP(Q)

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

AMANDEEP KAUR RP(Q)

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

SEVDE IZ KURUSCU RP(Q)

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

ALESSANDRA DI BONA

 

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

GRAIG MORIARTY RP DipGIT C(Hyp)

Registered Psychotherapist

and Supervisor

 

AL-AIN DALISAY RP(Q)

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

 

ELENA KORBOUT MA RP(Q)

ELENA

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

VINO THAYALAN RP(Q)

Vino

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

 

SASHAUNA BRISSETT

Student Therapist

 

Announcements

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OPENINGS AND REFERRALS

Come , Join me

We are currently looking for RP(Q) and interns with one the following qualifications:

  • trained and interested in working with children,
  • able to provide therapy in one of the following languages:
    • Ukrainian
    • French
    • Farsi
    • Hebrew
    • Arabic
    • Chinese
  • if you are a student,  finishing your course, or an RP(Q), who is interested in supervision, and do not have any of these qualifications, we would still like to hear from you!  The most important qualification is your enthusiasm and desire to learn.

PEER SUPERVISION GROUP FOR GESTALT THERAPISTS

Internal family Systems

CONTACTFUL MONDAYS is an online peer supervision group. It is free of charge.

We meet online every second week for a 1.5h to discuss cases and other professional challenges, and to support each other.

We also meet in person in Toronto approximately every two months for a hot seat meeting and a lunch. During the hot seat we engage in a "round robin" hot seat encounters, so that each one of us gets to be once a client, and once a therapist. After every hot seat encounter, we give feedback to each other.

If you a practicing therapist, registered or qualifying, who is Gestalt-trained, you are welcome to apply to join us.

The group is run by consensus. When you apply, we will invite you to the group for a friendly chat, and collectively decide if you are a good fit.

GROUP SUPERVISION

Group Supervision with Marina Ford MEd., RP DipGIT  offers Qualifying Psychotherapists a supportive and collaborative space to deepen their clinical practice. Marina brings extensive experience working with children, adolescents, Indigenous and Muslim communities, and individuals navigating trauma and post-traumatic stress. In her supervision groups, she emphasizes reflective dialogue, case exploration, and the safe and effective use of self in the therapeutic relationship. Participants benefit from shared learning with peers while receiving Marina’s thoughtful guidance, which fosters both professional growth and confidence in meeting CRPO requirements.

INVITATION TO JOIN THE GESTALT THERAPISTS' BOOKCLUB

 

Open to students and graduates of GIT.

We meet every two weeks on Tuesday evenings at 8:00 p.m. for one hour to read and discuss books related to psychotherapy, Gestalt therapy, and professional development.

We have just finished reading and discussing The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk and are now beginning The Gestalt Therapy Book by Joel Latner.

This is a great time to join us, as we are just starting a new book.

Our next meeting—and our first discussion dedicated to The Gestalt Therapy Book—will take place on Tuesday, August 25 at 8:00 p.m.

Participation is free of charge.

If you would like to join, please reply here or email irina@goodlifepsychotherapy.ca.

We would be happy to have you with us!

Contact us for more information: