Emma Harman

Emma Harman (She/Her) | Registered Psych. Associate

With a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from McGill University and a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Neuroscience from the University of Guelph, I bring a compassionate and insightful approach to therapy. Before joining The Cohen Clinic, I gained valuable experience in private practice in the Toronto area, where I provided individual and couples counseling. My training includes extensive internships at the McGill Counselling and Psychoeducational Clinic and the Argyle Institute in Montreal, as well as post-graduate training in Sex and Couples Therapy from the University of Guelph.

Who I Help

I provide therapy to adults and couples offering support for a range of concerns, including:

Anxiety
Boundary setting/assertiveness training
Burnout
Couples counselling
Depression
Difficulty with decision-making
Difficulty with motivation
Eating/body image concerns
Grief and bereavement
Health anxiety
Infidelity
Life transitions
Loneliness and isolation

OCD
Panic attacks/panic disorders
Phobias
Psychoanalysis
Relationship difficulties
Self-esteem
Sexual assault
Sexual/intimacy difficulties
Sleep difficulties
Social anxiety
Stress
Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Workplace difficulties

Therapeutic Techniques

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Attachment-Based Approach
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Dialectic Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Insight-oriented/humanistic therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness
Psychodynamic Therapy
Sex Therapy
Trauma-Informed Approach (TIA)

What You Can Expect from Therapy with Me

Therapy with me is a journey to better understand and strengthen your relationships, self-awareness, and emotional resilience. My approach is integrative and client-centered, focusing on creating a collaborative space where you feel safe, heard, and respected. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, addressing mental health concerns, or enhancing relationship intimacy, I aim to provide you with valuable insights and practical tools for meaningful change.

Here’s what you can expect from our sessions:

Collaborative Goal-Setting: Therapy with me is a partnership. Together, we’ll identify and define your goals, tailoring each session to align with what’s most important to you, be it managing anxiety, building self-esteem, or fostering connection in your relationships.
Insight into Relationship and Intimacy Dynamics: With specialized training in Sex and Couples Therapy, I bring a deep understanding of relationship complexities. We’ll work to identify patterns impacting your connections, building a foundation for healthier communication, trust, and intimacy.
Practical Skills for Self-Empowerment: I believe therapy should offer actionable tools. You’ll gain strategies for handling stress, navigating relationship challenges, and improving emotional regulation, allowing you to feel more empowered in everyday situations.
A Safe and Welcoming Space: Creating a safe, non-judgmental environment is essential. My approach is warm, client-centered, and inclusive, ensuring you feel comfortable exploring your experiences and challenges.

My Approach: Integrative, Insight-Oriented, and Specialized in Couples Therapy

I use a combination of various therapeutic techniques to address a broad range of needs. Working from a systemic and trauma-informed perspective, I tailor each session to align with your specific goals, using techniques that resonate with your experiences. This integrative approach allows us to address both surface challenges and deeper relational dynamics that may influence your well-being.

Through our work together, you can expect to:

Gain insights into relationship dynamics and intimacy patterns, exploring how past experiences and current relationship habits may be influencing your personal and romantic connections.
Develop skills to manage anxiety and self-esteem challenges, using tailored strategies to help you feel more in control, empowered, and resilient in your daily life.
Strengthen emotional and intimate bonds by working through communication blocks, cultivating trust, and creating deeper connections in your relationships.
Address specific sexual and intimacy concerns within a safe and understanding space, allowing you to explore and improve aspects of your relationship and personal fulfillment.
Navigate life’s transitions with confidence, whether facing grief, stress, or burnout, so you can approach change with resilience and self-assurance.

What Makes My Approach Unique

My background in both psychology and neuroscience, combined with specialized training in Sex and Couples Therapy, allows me to offer a holistic and nuanced perspective on therapy. I approach each session with a systemic and trauma-informed lens, acknowledging the unique context of each client’s experiences. By integrating evidence-based techniques, I aim to create a personalized therapeutic experience that supports growth, resilience, and meaningful change.

Languages Spoken

English

Currently Serving Clients in:

Ontario