Ivana Di Cosola | Registered Social Worker

You've already taken a huge step towards feeling more like you again! If you find yourself constantly overthinking, lacking confidence or navigating a life change that feels unmanageable, I am here to meet you where you are with compassion and understanding. In our work together, we will slow things down to discover patterns that may no longer be serving you, connect to your deeper self and ensure you feel safe every step of the way. I look forward to working with you!

Parcours

I have wanted to be a therapist for as long as I can remember. I recall taking pride in being the "listening ear" to my peers ever since I was able. My desire to sit with people and meet them where they are lead me to this career and my genuine curiosity of others fuels my work in the therapy space. As a relational therapist, I show up as a human first, with the goal of creating a safe space for you to process, learn and grow! Over the years, I have worked with different populations and in clinical settings. Most recently, as a social worker in the ICU supporting critically ill patients and their families.

Votre expérience thérapeutique avec moi

As your therapist, I come to sessions with a genuine care and interest in YOU! This means that I am curious about your favourite show as much as your current stressors or early experiences. My approach is collaborative, explorative and dynamic. As a fellow human, I do not have all the answers but I promise to provide a safe space where you feel comfortable to be curious and connect with the deeper parts of yourself. Therapy is a meaningful investment into your wellbeing and my endeavour is that from our very first consult call you feel the deep appreciation I have for your vulnerability and trust on this journey.

Domaines d’expertise

Ces domaines représentent mes expertises principales, soutenues par une formation spécialisée et une vaste expérience clinique.

Anxiety

Life Transitions

Self Worth

Stress

Work/life Balance

Grief, Loss, And Bereavement

J’offre également un accompagnement compétent dans ces domaines et j’accueille les client·e·s qui souhaitent du soutien sur ces enjeux.

Depression

ADHD

Perfectionism

Impostor Syndrome

Approches thérapeutiques

Voici mes principales approches thérapeutiques, soutenues par une formation spécialisée et une expérience clinique approfondie.

Polyvagal-informed Therapy

Polyvagal Theory helps clients better understand their nervous system, recognize when they’re dysregulated, and build skills to return to balance. Together we will better understand the states of your nervous system and learn to attune to what makes you feel safer in your body.

Person-centered Approach

I believe that every client is the expert of their own lives. As a fellow human, my goal is to understand your inner world, without judgment, in order to be able to better work alongside you.

J’intègre également ces approches fondées sur des données probantes lorsque cela est cliniquement pertinent :

Compassion Focused Approach

Mindfulness

Relational-cultural

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Solution-focused Therapy

Communautés desservies et expertise culturelle

Voici les populations et communautés culturelles que je suis particulièrement qualifié·e à soutenir.

Populations que je dessers

Millenials

University & College Students

Women's Issues

People Facing Chronic Illness Or Pain

Professionals

Communautés culturelles que je comprends

First And Second Generation Immigrants

2SLGBTQ+

BIPOC

Titres professionnels

Ontario drapeau de la juridiction de réglementation

Registered Social Worker
- No de permis 838116

Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

Parcours académique

Masters of Social Work

University of Toronto, Canada

Emplacements et services offerts

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This photo blends a few of my favourite things, film, the ocean and the feeling of regulation and restoration that washes over when I am near it :)

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I’m a self-proclaimed hobbyist with a rotating roster of interests that change with the seasons. Current obsession: golf!

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