Dr. Abirami R. Kandasamy,
C. Psych.
Hi! I am Dr. Abi. I am the Clinic Director of Nanthi Psychology & Wellness. I am a clinical and health psychologist based in London and Markham, Ontario. I specialize in assessing, treating (via psychotherapy), and researching child and adolescent mental health. I am registered with The College of Psychologists of Ontario as a Psychologist in Autonomous Practice. In this clinic, I offer virtual (online) individual and group therapy to children and adolescents (teens) and in-person psychoeducational assessments.
I was born in Montreal, Quebec and raised in Toronto, Scarborough, and Markham, Ontario. I am a Tamil-Sri Lankan-Canadian and I mention this because it’s a big part of who I am and how I approach my practice.
When I’m not working, I love to spend time with my dogs, family, and friends. I also love movies, hiking, and cooking!
My doctoral training was completed at the University of Windsor in the Child Track of the Clinical Psychology program and my residency was completed with the London Clinical Psychology Residency Consortium - at the Children’s Hospital - London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) and Vanier Children’s Services, in London, Ontario. In addition to the Virtual Psychology Clinic, I work at the Children’s Hospital - LHSC.
I have experience working with children and adolescents struggling with many different challenges affecting their mental health (including anxiety, OCD, depression, and adjusting to medical conditions).
My research interests are in creating and validating new therapy and assessment tools
Dr. Daniela Gonzalez, C. Psych.
Hello, I am Dr. Gonzalez! I am a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist based in London, Ontario. I am registered with The College of Psychologists of Ontario as a Psychologist in Autonomous Practice. I work with individuals experiencing neurological, medical, and mental health conditions. My expertise is in providing assessment and intervention services to adults and older adults, and I am currently expanding my competency in intervention services with adolescents. In this clinic, I offer virtual (online) therapy to adolescents, adults, and older adults.*
My therapeutic approach is primarily based in cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), with components of interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT), emotion-focused therapy (EFT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
I obtained my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, with a specialization in Clinical Neuropsychology, from the University of Windsor. I completed a residency in Clinical Neuropsychology at Baycrest Health Sciences and a post-doctoral fellowship in Neuropsychology at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton. In addition to my work with the Virtual Psychology Clinic, I am a Psychologist at London Health Sciences.
My research interests include normal age-related changes in cognition and appropriate assessment tools in culturally diverse populations. In addition to my work as a psychologist, I enjoy hiking, reading, and travelling.
*Please note that Dr. Gonzalez is not taking any new patients at this time.
Dr. Laura McGeown, C. Psych.
Hello, I am Dr. Laura McGeown! I am a clinical psychologist based in London, Ontario. I am registered with The College of Psychologists of Ontario as a Psychologist in Interim Autonomous Practice. I have expertise in providing assessment and intervention services to adults who are experiencing mental health difficulties such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, obsessions/compulsions, and eating disorders. In this clinic, I offer virtual (online) psychotherapy to adults.
I am a scientist-practitioner and use an evidence-based, integrative approach with my clients that is strongly rooted in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). Driven by the cognitive behavioural framework, I pay close attention to the dynamic interplay between thoughts, emotions, physiology, and behaviours in shaping mental wellness and disorder. Depending on the individual’s difficulties and our treatment goals, I will also integrate components of other evidence-based treatment modalities, such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), emotion-focused therapy (EFT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Ultimately, I take an empirically-informed, culturally-sensitive, and client-centred approach to clinical care.
I completed my Master’s degree and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, and I completed my predoctoral residency at the Edmonton Consortium Clinical Psychology Residency in Edmonton, Alberta. In addition to my work with the Virtual Psychology Clinic, I work with the Adult Eating Disorders Service through the London Health Sciences Centre. My research interests include the psychophysiological underpinnings of disordered eating behaviour, personality factors associated with eating disorders, and seeking ways to improve treatment outcomes in the area of disordered eating.
Outside of my work, I enjoy listening to music and attending concerts, playing guitar, immersing myself in nature, engaging in my home yoga practice, reading, and spending time with friends and family.
Dr. Subie Sawashima,
C. Psych.
Hello, I am Dr. Subie! I am a psychologist located in GTA, Ontario. I provide treatment (psychotherapy) to adults. I am registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario as a Psychologist in Autonomous Practice. In this clinic, I offer virtual (online) individual therapy to adults who reside in Ontario.
I provide treatment for various difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, depression, other mood difficulties, grief, and psychosis. I completed my Ph.D. at the University of Windsor and completed my residency at the London Clinical Psychology Residency Consortium. My advanced clinical training included rotations in the OSI clinic (military and first responders trauma), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy program (mood and anxiety), Psychosis program (schizophrenia and spectrum disorders), with a minor rotation in the Regional Rehabilitation services (recovery from acquired brain injury and spinal cord injury). I have worked in a variety of settings including in-patient and out-patient hospitals, forensic, community, and school services.
My theoretical orientation is integrative, with training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure-based Therapies (e.g., Prolonged Exposure), and multicultural counselling.
In my free time I try to do mini yoga practices. I like creative writing. I enjoy going out with family and friends. I love food – especially baked sweets – and one day I hope to learn how to bake good cheesecake.
Dr. Daniel Provenzano, C. Psych.
Hi, I’m Dr. Daniel Provenzano! I am a clinical psychologist based in London, Ontario. I am registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario as a Psychologist in Supervised Practice. I provide assessment and therapy to children and teenagers experiencing a wide range of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, obsessions and compulsions, behavioural difficulties (e.g., anger/aggression, defiance), and developmental trauma. I have experience working in hospitals, community mental health centres, and private clinics. In this clinic, I offer virtual (online) individual and group therapy to children, teenagers, and their parents/guardians, as well as in-person psychoeducational assessments.
When it comes to therapy, I use an evidence-based approach. This means using psychological approaches and techniques that are informed by the best available research, clinical expertise, and patient characteristics. Together, this helps me to develop a treatment plan that is tailored specifically for your needs!
In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, watching movies, and spending time with my family.
“…the curious paradox is that when I accept myself as I am, then I change.”
-Carl Rogers’ On Becoming a Person: A Therapist’s View of Psychotherapy