Leila Shenouda
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Registered Psychotherapist
Embodied Relational Psychotherapy Graduate of the Gestalt Institute of Toronto LGBTQ2S+ experience Relationship Challenges Anxiety Chronic Illness Depression Grief Men's Issues Peer Relationships Women's Issues Life and Relationship Transitions |
About Leila
Self discovery continues to be a lifelong process and I feel transformation is possible, powerful and ongoing. I believe in the process of restoring a natural and sacred flow of our body, mind and soul through supported expression and compassion.
Through patience and awareness, we may come to gain a deep and loving acceptance of our own unique and creative adaptations which we have undertaken to survive. This process of exploration is sacred and deserving of dedicated space, time and gratitude. I have been, and continue to be a forever student in the school of life; curious to learn and grow alongside the people whom I work with.
What I offer is an open and non-judgmental presence; creating space for the full spectrum of emotions, thoughts, and experiences. I include in this container my own experience as a queer, mixed-race, woman of colour navigating the structures of this world.
I bring an appreciation and respect for unconventional ways of being that challenge unexamined norms, and a focused, heart-centred lens for the unspoken and subtle aspects of life and all of its silent sufferings and celebrations.
I offer support to those who wish to examine more fully and closely how they show up in relationship, including the relationship with self, and why this really matters.
I welcome you to bring your full self, and to let us continue the discovery together!
Self discovery continues to be a lifelong process and I feel transformation is possible, powerful and ongoing. I believe in the process of restoring a natural and sacred flow of our body, mind and soul through supported expression and compassion.
Through patience and awareness, we may come to gain a deep and loving acceptance of our own unique and creative adaptations which we have undertaken to survive. This process of exploration is sacred and deserving of dedicated space, time and gratitude. I have been, and continue to be a forever student in the school of life; curious to learn and grow alongside the people whom I work with.
What I offer is an open and non-judgmental presence; creating space for the full spectrum of emotions, thoughts, and experiences. I include in this container my own experience as a queer, mixed-race, woman of colour navigating the structures of this world.
I bring an appreciation and respect for unconventional ways of being that challenge unexamined norms, and a focused, heart-centred lens for the unspoken and subtle aspects of life and all of its silent sufferings and celebrations.
I offer support to those who wish to examine more fully and closely how they show up in relationship, including the relationship with self, and why this really matters.
I welcome you to bring your full self, and to let us continue the discovery together!
My Approach
My approach to therapy is gentle but direct. I practice embodied and relationally with a client-centred, co-creative focus. Some of the challenges people wish to explore in therapy are the result of some discomfort that surfaces in life and might start to show up in relationships with
significant others. We can explore in a present-centred way, these experiences together within the therapeutic relationship, which is built over the course of some time. This kind of exploration is a process that takes time, courage, patience and commitment.
The Gestalt approach supports an open and creative exploration of the ‘stuck places’ we all face in a very present-centred way. This
can help shed light on potential long-standing patterns and pave new opportunities to move forward. What distinguishes Gestalt psychotherapy from other approaches is the way that we work together; with a focus on the present moment, we explore more fully what arises in response to life.
This includes thoughts, feelings and choices and behaviours. Your personal and generational history, unique life experiences, and
environmental context all have an impact and matter very much. The approach that we take and goals we set in therapy are individually tailored and co-created to suit you. Gaining a deeper awareness of oneself can allow more freedom and movement towards new possibilities.
My approach to therapy is gentle but direct. I practice embodied and relationally with a client-centred, co-creative focus. Some of the challenges people wish to explore in therapy are the result of some discomfort that surfaces in life and might start to show up in relationships with
significant others. We can explore in a present-centred way, these experiences together within the therapeutic relationship, which is built over the course of some time. This kind of exploration is a process that takes time, courage, patience and commitment.
The Gestalt approach supports an open and creative exploration of the ‘stuck places’ we all face in a very present-centred way. This
can help shed light on potential long-standing patterns and pave new opportunities to move forward. What distinguishes Gestalt psychotherapy from other approaches is the way that we work together; with a focus on the present moment, we explore more fully what arises in response to life.
This includes thoughts, feelings and choices and behaviours. Your personal and generational history, unique life experiences, and
environmental context all have an impact and matter very much. The approach that we take and goals we set in therapy are individually tailored and co-created to suit you. Gaining a deeper awareness of oneself can allow more freedom and movement towards new possibilities.
Are you ready to begin?
