Armaan Ratra

As a psychotherapist, I understand, and acknowledge, the vulnerability that accompanies counseling. 

Emotional growth is contingent on gradually (1) facing, (2) addressing, and/or (3) overcoming challenges pertaining to: 

• Relationship(s).
• Lived Experience(s).
• Grief & Loss. 
• Illness & Injury. 
• Parenting. 
• Academia & Work.   

I aspire to foster a therapeutic space that is warm, welcoming, safe, and neutral. 

This environment creates a foundation that facilitates strong therapeutic alliances. 

I utilize the following orientations to guide my practice:

Frameworks

• Client-Centered.
• Trauma-Informed.
• Culturally-Sensative.
• Biopsychosocial Model. 

Modalities

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) 
• Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP)
• Solution Focused (Brief) Therapy (SFT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)

I have a particular interest in the following areas of practice:

• Anxiety.
• Mood Disorders.
• Obessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
• Trauma. 
• Men's Mental Health.
• Academic / Work Stressors.
• Life Transitions. 
• Conflict. 
• Cultural Counselling.

As a psychotherapist, I view my role as one in which I provide guidance, support, and insight. Additionally, I value the self-introspection fostered during counseling that inspires individuals to make meaningful, and sustainable, changes. 

I am committed to my professional development, and I regularly engage in clinical supervision, and consultation, with my colleagues. Furthermore, I also engage in continuing education courses to keep adept in the rapidly changing field of counseling psychology. 

Outside of therapy, I enjoy spending time with family, friends, model-building, being outdoors, and spending time with my adorable Maltese.

I look forward to working with you!

Best,

Armaan Ratra (BSc, MACP, RCC)