Kritika Mehta, MSc, RP
Registered Psychotherapist, Clinical Director & Supervisor
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Children
Teens
Young Adults
Adults
BIPOC
New Immigrants
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Anxiety
Trauma (including generational trauma)
Depression
Childhood trauma
Interpersonal relationship
Life transitions
Chronic stress
Self-esteem challenges
Grief
Racial and cultural trauma
PCOS
First responders
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Whether you meet me online or in person at my Vaughan office, my goal is to help you feel safe, seen, and supported.
We move at your pace — gently, collaboratively, and with deep respect for your lived experience. -
Culturally sensitive. Relational. Trauma-informed.
Therapy with me feels collaborative and grounding — a space where you don’t have to have it all figured out.
I see therapy as a shared journey: you bring your story; I bring curiosity, compassion, and tools to help you connect the dots, regulate your nervous system, and rediscover your inner resilience. -
I integrate different approaches based on what you need most in the moment — including:
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to process painful memories and help your mind and body find resolution
Expressive Arts Therapy to explore what words can’t capture
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for understanding thought patterns
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) to help you identify strengths and next steps
Mindfulness-Based Practices to reconnect with the body and present moment
Somatic and Parts Work to tend to the deeper emotional and physical layers of your story.
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English
Hindi
Urdu
Punjabi
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Trainings:
EMDR Basic Training - Niagara Stress and Trauma Institute
Arts Based Therapy (Visual Arts, Music, Movement and Mindfulness) from WCCLF, Pune, India.
Solution Focussed Brief Therapy - International Alliance of Solution Focussed Teaching Institutes, India
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy - Adler University
Emotional Freedom Techniques - Vitality Living College
Creating Positive Spaces for LGBTQIA+ Newcomers - OCASI
Suicide PreventionSuicide Prevention - Gerstein Crisis Centre
Yoga teacher- 200 YTT - Yoga Alliance International
Journey Practitioner - Vitality Living College
Degrees:
MSc Developmental Psychology - University of Lancaster, UK
BA (Hons) in Applied Psychology - India
Registerations and Affiliations:
Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO - #15214)
EMDR Canada - 04962015998768
A Few Things About Me
🐾 Animals make me happiest.
I believe they remind us of something we often forget — how to be present, how to receive warmth without condition, how to feel human again.
🌿 I am working on living a low-tox life.
The more I learn about it, the more I see how deeply it connects to everything — the food we eat, the products we use, the environments we create, the way we feel in our own bodies. It is less a lifestyle choice and more an ongoing conversation with myself about what it means to truly take care.
🎵 Music is always on.
Always. Every mood, every moment, every genre — I do not discriminate. Something about having the right song at the right time feels like the universe speaking directly to you, and I am always listening.
🧺 I appreciate handicrafts from different parts of the world.
A hand-woven basket, a painted tile, a piece of embroidery from a market somewhere - each one carries the hands and story of the person who made it. I find that deeply moving.
🌍 I have lived in different parts of the world,
Every place, culture, and story I have encountered has shaped how I see people. With openness. With curiosity. With deep respect for how differently we each carry our lives.
🩷 I believe in connection.
In laughter, in deep conversation, in the particular kind of healing that happens when someone finally feels truly seen.
My Approach
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with over 12 years of experience helping individuals navigate the beautiful mess that is life. Whether it’s understanding tangled emotions, healing from past hurts, or building a life that feels more like yours, I’m here to support you - no judgment, just a lot of compassion and maybe a dash of creativity & fun.
My approach? Think of it as a blend of science, creativity, and human connection. I draw from expressive arts therapy, CBT, mindfulness, EMDR and solution-focused therapy, tailoring everything to you. Basically, we’ll work together to build a toolbox full of strategies, insights, and whole lot of acceptance. I believe in the magic of creativity, mindfulness, and a strong therapeutic relationship to help you uncover your inner strength and face life’s curveballs.
The best part of my work? Hands down, it’s being invited into my clients’ lives and witnessing their incredible transformations. Every step forward, big or small, is a win worth celebrating.
When I’m not in the therapy room, you’ll probably find me creating art, binge-watching my favorite series (recommendations always welcome), or reorganizing my space for the millionth time. I’m also a devoted plant lady, a lover of animals, and always down to admire a cute pet photo or two.
If you’re ready to take that first step - or even just curious about what therapy could look like - let’s connect. Together, we can work toward a life that feels more authentic, fulfilling, and you.