Meet
Abanob Sobhi
Helping you gain clarity, understand yourself more deeply, and make choices that truly align with your values and life circumstances.
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I do this work because I think the best thing anyone can do with their life is to try to reduce the amount of suffering in the world. There is far too much of it, and seeking to reduce it is what drives me and gets me out of bed in the morning.
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In my free time, I enjoy watching sports, reading a great book, spending time with family and friends, and above all, spending time with my dog!
My Approach
Life's journey can be demanding. We experience moments of disconnection and a sense of being trapped, making it seem challenging to find a way forward. Starting therapy is often a tough task, yet whether you're grappling with issues ranging from depression to anxiety, I urge you to take the initial steps toward transformation and self-discovery. My goal is to create a supportive place for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and reactions.
Setting Goals for Achieving Positive Change
Together, we collaboratively set goals aimed at achieving positive change. My approach, as the name of my practice suggests, is collaborative. I don't see myself as a "life expert" who can dictate to you how to live your life. Your life is yours to live, not mine.
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For more practical issues, my approach is collaborative and exploratory; I help you understand yourself better so you can make decisions that align with your values and life circumstances. I aim to respect your agency and autonomy as an individual as much as possible.
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My goal is to help you confront pain and uncertainty. For instance, imagine finally being able to say "no" without feeling guilty. Or what if you could finally stop avoiding the past and learn to trust yourself and your ability to confront it? How about if you need honest feedback when confronting present-day challenges? These and other challenges are what I love to help clients with.
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Types of Therapy I Use
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Cognitive Processing Therapy
Rogerian Therapy
Jungian Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy
Existential Therapy
I look forward to joining you on your journey toward healing and discovery. Take courageous first step today toward self-improvement and transformation by reaching out for support!
*Please note, I only offer sessions for individual adults, ages 18+
My Background
Post-Graduate Training
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-Clinical Trauma Professional Training - Level 1: Janina Fisher
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-Clinical Trauma Professional Training - Level 2: Janina Fisher
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-EMDR from Start to Finish: The Complete Foundational Training for Treating PTSD and Complex Trauma
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-The Body Keeps the Score: Trauma Healing Through the Senses, with Bessel van der Kolk, MD
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-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Training: Master the Core Skills and Competencies of CBT
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 Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology