Clinical Manager
Irene Papazoglou, MSW, RSW
Irene Papazoglou is the clinical manager at ProWellness. She is in charge of overseeing the day-to-day management of the company and staff. Irene holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto and is a registered social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
Executive Assistant & Operations Associate
Julia Missio, HBsc
Julia graduated with high distinction from the University of Toronto in 2021 with an Honours Bachelor of Science. At the University of Toronto, she completed a double major in Psychology and Criminology & Sociolegal Studies. Since graduating, she has gained invaluable experience working with medical-legal assessments, and drafting documents and forms for medical doctors.
Her areas of interest include forensic psychology and the intersection between psychological disorders and the criminal justice system. She aspires to become a forensic psychologist.
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At ProWellness Inc., Julia provides administrative and operational assistance to the clinical director. She assists in coordination between the director and the associates, and she ensures that files and schedules are organized. She also administers psychological scales under supervision of the clinical director.
She hopes that her contributions to ProWellness Inc. promote an organized and professional environment in which patients feel welcomed and satisfied with their psychological services.
Associates
Yunshi (Christy) Huang
Master’s in Psychology, C.Psych.Assoc. (Supervised Practice)
Psychological Associate in Clinical Psychology (Supervised Practice)
Christy is a Psychological Associate in supervised practice, registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO). She is also a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario (CRPO). She holds a Master of Psychology from Adler Graduate Professional School and holds a Bachelor of Science in psychology and economics from University of Toronto.
She believes in a client-centered and evidence-based approach, tailoring her methods to meet the unique needs of each individual she works with. She sees therapy as a collaborative process, a safe space where growth, resilience, and positive change can flourish. Over the past 7 years, she has been working with individuals impacted by motor-vehicle accidents. She has experience addressing a variety of issues, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, phobias, pain management, and family and relationship conflicts. She uses a variety of techniques, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Exposure Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Languages spoken: English, Mandarin, Cantonese
Gagan Kaur
M.A., M.Phil., C.Psych.Assoc.
Psychological Associate in Clinical Psychology
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Gagan is a trained mental health professional with expertise in conducting psycho-diagnostic, educational and other psychological measures with a focus on psychosocial rehabilitation in both clinical and educational settings.
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Trilingual - English, Punjabi and Hindi.
Flaviana Scopelliti
M.Psy. - Clinical Therapist
Flaviana Scopelliti offers different services under the supervision of Dr. Konstantinos Papazoglou. She obtained two master's degrees in Clinical and Forensic Psychology from the University of Turin and Pegasus University in Italy. She has extensive experience in delivering neuropsychological assessments and therapeutic services for both adults and children in clinical and private settings. Specializing in developmental disorders, anxiety, stress reduction and trauma, Flaviana employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques to effectively address her clients' needs.
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As a clinician, Flaviana has worked in cohort settings to provide assessments and mediation services for children and families involved in divorce proceedings, parental capacity evaluations, custody disputes, and assessments of psychological damage. She applies evidence-based practices to ensure the highest standard of care in these sensitive cases.
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Languages spoke: English, Italian, French and Spanish
Dr. Abolfazl Mohammadi
Ph.D., CPsych
Clinical Psychologist (Supervised Practice)
I hold a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and am currently a clinical psychologist in supervised practice with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO). My experience spans a variety of settings, including community clinics and private practice, where I’ve effectively applied CBT to address a broad spectrum of psychological concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and personality challenges.
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I am deeply committed to providing evidence-based psychotherapies, with a particular focus on CBT and its newer generations, to adult clients. My primary goal is to enhance your well-being and optimize your psychological functioning.
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If you’re facing challenges that significantly impact your daily life—whether in education, relationships, or work—CBT is a proven treatment that can help you overcome these obstacles. I’m here to support you in improving your well-being, fostering happiness, and achieving personal success.
Dr. Rex Jose Joseph
PhD, CPsych (Supervised Practice)
Dr. Rex Jose Joseph is a Clinical Psychologist in supervised practice, providing comprehensive mental health services to clients across Ontario. With a PhD in Clinical Psychology awarded in 2019 from Pondicherry University, India, Rex draws from his extensive academic background and clinical expertise to tailor his therapeutic approach to each client's unique needs.
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As a first-generation immigrant with roots in Kerala, India, Rex has a deep understanding of the nuances of both collectivist and individualistic cultures. This multicultural perspective enables him to guide clients through the complexities of their relationships and personal challenges, fostering a therapeutic environment that respects and integrates cultural diversity.
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Rex is known for his empathetic, warm, and personalized approach to therapy. His clients appreciate his dedication to understanding their backgrounds, utilizing evidence-based assessments where necessary, and developing individualized treatment plans. He employs an integrative and holistic approach to therapy, aiming to support clients in overcoming their challenges and reaching their full potential.
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Rex specializes in working with adults and young adults, including those who are neurotypical and neurodiverse. He addresses a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, and trauma, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Rex also offers support to parents of children with emotional, mood, and behavioral concerns, providing parent coaching that emphasizes understanding and responding effectively to their children’s needs.
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Rex uses a variety of therapeutic techniques, including:
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
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Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
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Trauma-Informed Therapy
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Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
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Languages Spoken: English, Malayalam, Tamil
Amin Mohammadi, BSc, RP(Q)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Amin Mohammadi, BSc, RP(Q)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I am a registered psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), and currently completing post-master's clinical hours towards registration as a Psychological Associate with the College of Psychologist's of Ontario (CPO). I am currently finishing up my Master of Psychology thesis requirements at Adler Graduate Professional School and have previously earned my Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto with majors in Psychology and Genetics.
I believe that an authentic connection built on mutual trust, empathy and understanding is the bedrock of a fruitful therapeutic relationship. My practice is based on a client-centered, strength- based approach and takes on a psychoeducational perspective in order to help my clients explore and achieve their true potential. Dependent on my client's specific needs and goals, I utilize aspects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Adlerian, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy based on a humanistic, existential and positive psychology framework. My areas of speciality include emotional disturbances, addictive behaviors, substance use, anxiety, depression, life transitions and coaching, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, stress, trauma and spirituality. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, and families from a diverse range of cultural, ethnic, socio-economic and educational backgrounds. More specifically, my previous clinical experiences have afforded me the unique experiences of working with troubled teenagers suffering from addictive behaviors, refugees who have experienced significant trauma, and couples pursuing international adoption.
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I welcome the opportunity to journey with you on your path to healing, recovery and self-knowledge/realization.
Denise Mariani
Registered Psychotherapist
Denise Mariani
Registered Psychotherapist
Denise Mariani is a registered psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) since 2018. She completed her Masters in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. Denise provides individual and family counseling to adolescents ages 12-18 and adults. Her area of focus includes anxiety, depression, PTSD, C-PTSD, trauma, self-harm and suicide ideation, substance use, interpersonal and relationship difficulties, chronic pain, life transitional issues, and MVA. Denise focuses on utilizing a variety of therapy modulates, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness and EMDR.
Denise strives to create a warm and compassionate environment for the client, one that fosters a strong therapeutic approach. Trust, empathy and communication are essential ingredients to creating a safe place for change. Meeting the client where they are at is very important in fostering client strength and motivation. Therapy is provided in a comfortable, authentic and compassionate environment. Working collaboratively with the client is essential.
Mahta Kakvan
M.A., M.Ed., (Doctoral student) at OISE/University of Toronto
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Mahta Kakvan
M.A., M.Ed., (Doctoral student) at OISE/University of Toronto
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I am a doctoral candidate in Counseling Psychology and Psychotherapy at University of Toronto and a Registered Psychotherapist (qualifying). I hold two master’s degree in Counselling Psychology (M.Ed) and Developmental Psychology (M.A) from University of Toronto, and York University, respectively. I have earned a Specialized Honours Bachelor of Science (Spec.Honours.BSc) in Psychology from York University. Concurrent with my position as a psychotherapist at ProWellness, I work as a Psychometrist and Clinical Research Analyst at Toronto Western Hospital where I conduct a broad range of psychological assessments and explore the impact of a specific medical condition on cognitive functioning.
My area of focus and expertise in counseling and psychotherapy include Trauma (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder – PTSD), Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, Anger and Emotion Regulation, Grief and Loss as well as conducting Psychological Assessments.
My past therapy experiences that enriched my counseling skills include providing support to suicide survivors as a grief facilitator. Furthermore, my clinical involvement at Toronto Rehabilitation Institution (TRI) with athletes who experienced multiple concussions and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) honed my skills in conducting neuropsychological assessment. In my recent clinical practicum at Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) in University of Toronto, I had the great opportunity to work with clients from diverse minority groups including LGBTQ+ and immigrants who presented broad range of issues such as sexual abuse, vicarious trauma, anxiety, and depression.
My professional experience coupled with my personal experience as a first-generation immigrant, has shaped my motivation to become a culturally-competent therapist and inclusive of diverse ethnicity, sexuality, gender, and social status in my practice. My therapeutic style is warm, empathic, non-judgmental, and collaborative. I advocate that each client deserves individualized care, which can address their unique needs and goals. Therefore, I tailor treatment to each client’s particular needs by drawing primarily on Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical behaviour Therapy (DBT). My goal as a therapist is to establish an authentic alliance with my clients and create a safe space where they can feel heard, supported, and validated. In our journey together, I help my clients identify their distressing thought patterns, navigate their emotional processes, and develop effective coping skills.
Saad S Khan, M.A., R.P.(Q)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Saad S Khan, M.A., R.P.(Q)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I am a registered psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). I hold a BSc Honours in Kinesiology and Health Sciences, with a minor in Psychology, from York University, following which I completed a Masters in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. I am also an active member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA).
I have extensive experience in addressing trauma, depression, and anxiety-related issues. I utilize a variety of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Narrative Therapy, in supporting my clients’ growth and journey to resilience.
Having worked and volunteered in various mental health facilities, including hospitals and clinics, as well as being a Medic in the Canadian Armed Forces - Reserves, I have been able to see the various effects of trauma, burnout, inter/intra-personal conflicts, and more, amongst individuals. I have had the opportunity to serve a wide demographic including veterans, law enforcement personnel, first responders, healthcare workers, amputees, and many more.
Alex Ho, M.Psy.
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Alex Ho, M.Psy.
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Alex is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), and currently completing post-master’s clinical hours towards registration as a Psychological Associate with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO). He completed his Masters in Clinical Psychology at Adler Graduate Professional School and holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto in Psychology and History.
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Alex’s compassionate and collaborate approach to psychotherapy encourages his clients to become agents of change towards a more fulfilling life through resolution of past tribulations and future worries. Alex provides individual counselling to adults, and uses aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. His areas of specialty include working with individuals involved in motor-vehicle accidents, as well as issues of emotional disturbances, stress, anxiety, depression, coaching, self-esteem, family conflict.
Languages spoken: English, Cantonese
Devanshi Sharma
M.A., M.Sc, M.Phil., PhD Candidate in Clinical Psychology
C.Psych.Assoc. (Supervised Practice)
Devanshi Sharma
M.A., M.Sc, M.Phil., PhD Candidate in Clinical Psychology
C.Psych.Assoc. (Supervised Practice)
Devanshi is a Psychological Associate in supervised practice, serving clients across Ontario. She draws from her international training and clinical expertise to develop a therapeutic approach that is uniquely tailored to your individual needs.
Devanshi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a Master’s of Science in Counselling and Family Therapy, a Master’s of Arts in Clinical Psychology, and a Master’s of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology. She is currently pursuing her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology.
Devanshi identifies herself as a first-generation immigrant of Indian descent. She has spent a significant part of her life in India and has also lived in the United Kingdom. She understands both the collectivist and the individualistic cultures well and draws from these experiences to best serve help her clients navigate the complexities of their relationships, including the multicultural aspects.
Devanshi’s clients appreciate her approach to understanding a clients’ background and the current challenges they are facing by learning about their history, using testing and assessments where necessary, and forming a personalized therapeutic plan, specifically tailored to each individual client’s needs. Her clients experience her as warm and empathetic. She is known for using an integrative, evidence-based, holistic approach to support you to
overcome your challenges and become the best version of yourself.
Devanshi enjoys working with adults and young adults who are both neurotypical and neurodiverse. She treats a variety of concerns, including anxiety, low mood, depression, obsessive or compulsive tendencies (diagnosed or undiagnosed OCD) and trauma, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). She also supports parents of children with anxiety, mood, and behavioural concerns. Parent coaching and parent support is geared towards helping parents understand their children’s difficulties as well as how to respond and support their children in ways that draws upon the parent as valuable resources to their children.
Devanshi uses a variety of techniques including:
ï‚· Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
ï‚· Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
ï‚· Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
ï‚· Trauma-Informed Therapy
ï‚· Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Punjabi
Divya Jyoti, PhD, Clinical Therapist (on leave)
Dr. Divya provides counselling and psychotherapy to individual adults. Depending on the needs of her clients, she makes use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) and Dialectical Behavioral therapy (DBT) approaches. She frequently integrates mindfulness-based techniques to support her client’s needs to cope better with their mental health concerns.
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Dr. Divya completed her Ph.D. in Psychology at Panjab University, Chandigarh, India and is registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She has worked extensively with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, autism, and ADHD. She has previous experience working in hospitals, schools, and private practice. She provides services in English and Hindi.
Dr. Tulika Anand, PhD, CPsych
Clinical Psychologist (Supervised Practice)
Dr. Tulika Anand, PhD, CPsych
Clinical Psychologist (Supervised Practice)
Dr. Tulika Anand, Ph.D., is a Clinical Psychologist in supervised practise and is a registered member of the College of Psychologist of Ontario (CPO) in the areas of Clinical Psychology. She is also a proud member of the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) and the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). Dr. Tulika obtained her Doctoral degree from India, after completing her Masters in Clinical Psychology. She has extensive experience in assessing and treating a wide range of mental health problems with multicultural clientele.
Dr. Tulika’s passion is in assisting individuals who have experienced traumatic or stressful events. She provides psychotherapy and counseling services to adults to help them develop positive self-perceptions, strengthen their relationships, and live the fulfilling lives they desire. She is well known for her interactive, warm, non-judgmental, and accepting approach, which creates a safe therapeutic environment for her clients.
Dr. Tulika is a firm believer that no single approach works for everyone, which is why she has received extensive training in a variety of modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). In addition, she employs a range of techniques, including stress management, meditation, mind-body connection, mood management, emotional intelligence, and pain management, among others, to help individuals overcome trauma.
Dr. Tulika specializes in providing individual therapy to those involved in motor-vehicle accidents, as well as those suffering from anxiety, depression, emotional disturbances, addictions, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, and situational phobias (e.g., driving, passenger, and pedestrian types). She offers services in English as well as Hindi and is committed to providing exceptional care to her clients.
Iqra Iqbal Tariq, MS in Clinical Psychology
Iqra Iqbal Tariq completed her MS in Clinical Psychology at Government College University (GCU), Lahore, Pakistan and is eligible to complete her post masters work experience with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. Her areas of interest include Adult Psychotherapy, Forensic Psychology and Couple Counseling.
Languages Spoken: English, Urdu, Punjabi
Dr. Sadet Yilmaz, PhD, CPsych
Clinical Psychologist
With over 13 years of clinical experience, I specialize in offering personalized therapy and counseling to adults and adolescents.
I offer a compassionate approach to treating a variety of emotional and psychological challenges, such as:
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Emotional Distress
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Trauma
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Work-related stress
I am trained in a wide range of therapeutic modalities, allowing me to customize my approach to fit your unique needs and personal goals. My focus is on creating a treatment plan that aligns with your individual challenges and aspirations.
My approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that each individual has the innate ability to overcome life’s challenges. In a safe and confidential environment, I aim to help you navigate these challenges, empowering you to achieve a balanced well-being.
Beyond general therapy and counselling, I also provide assessments and treatments for psychological issues related to:
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Motor Vehicle Accidents
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Workplace Injuries
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Occupational Disabilities