Nour Hakim, M.A.

CLINICIAN

I see therapy as a collaborative process and something that we build together, with each client having an active role in shaping the work we do. An important part of how I work is taking an intersectional approach. I try to understand clients within the broader context of their lives, including their culture, identities, relationships, communities, and social experiences, and how these different parts of their lives may interact. I approach sessions with curiosity and openness by recognizing that each client brings their own perspective and understanding of their experiences.

I am currently completing my PhD in Clinical and Counselling Psychology at the University of Toronto. I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical and Counselling Psychology and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology, both from the University of Toronto. At Danforth Psychology, I work under the supervision of Dr. Kevin Corney.

My previous clinical training at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) Psychology Clinic included both psychotherapy and assessment. I draw on a variety of therapeutic approaches (e.g., cognitive behavioural therapy, emotion-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and person-centered therapy) to tailor therapy to individual client needs. I have experience supporting individuals with concerns including anxiety, depression, emotion regulation difficulties, body image and self-esteem, trauma and PTSD, relationship challenges, boundaries and communication, and difficult life transitions.

Having also experienced therapy from the client side, I have a personal appreciation for how much the therapeutic relationship matters. Opening up to someone new can feel vulnerable, and I place a lot of value on building a relationship that feels genuine, comfortable, and free of judgment.

If you would like to, please contact the clinic for a free consultation and more information.