Ivana Di Cosola
She/HerMSW
Registered Social Worker
EnglishYou'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!
Background
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.
Your therapeutic experience with me
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.
Areas of expertise
These are the areas I commonly work with, and they form a big part of the support I offer in my practice:
Therapeutic approaches
These are the approaches at the heart of my work, and I use them often because they help create meaningful change:
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.
I also draw on other evidence based approaches that can gently support you when they align with what you need:
Compassion Focused Approach
Mindfulness
Relational-cultural
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Solution-focused Therapy
Focused populations and cultural backgrounds
These are the communities and cultural backgrounds I focus on, and I bring a sincere commitment to supporting you in a way that feels respectful and genuine:
Populations
Millenials
University & College Students
Women's Issues
People Facing Chronic Illness Or Pain
Professionals
Cultural communities
First And Second Generation Immigrants
2SLGBTQ+
BIPOC
Professional credentials
Registered Social Worker
- No.838116
Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
Educational background
Masters of Social Work
University of Toronto, Canada
Practice locations & services
FAQ
Did you know?
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 :)
Here's who we support!
I’m a self-proclaimed hobbyist with a rotating roster of interests that change with the seasons. Current obsession: golf!
Immediate crisis support available
If you're experiencing a mental health crisis, help is available right now:
- 🚨 Call 911 for immediate emergency assistance
- 💬 Call or text 988 for mental health crisis support and suicide prevention