
Jinny Hong
PhD
Registered Psychologist

I’m Dr. Jinny Hong, a Clinical and Counselling Psychologist based in Ontario. I offer culturally sensitive, trauma-informed care grounded in evidence-based approaches.
Background
I completed my Ph.D. and M.A. in Clinical and Counselling Psychology at the University of Toronto, and a B.A. in Psychology from McGill University. My clinical training has included hospital, university, and community settings. I completed my residency at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), with a focus on mood, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders. I’ve also trained at Brampton Civic Hospital, North York General Hospital, and the University of Toronto Health & Wellness Centre. In addition to private practice, I work part-time at Sunnybrook Health Science Centre’s WSIB Mental Health Program. Alongside clinical work, I’ve presented research on emotion processing and psychothe
Your therapeutic experience with me
My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply, break free from unhelpful patterns, and create meaningful, lasting change. My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I draw from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), integrating tools that best support your growth and healing. I believe therapy works best when it’s a flexible, responsive partnership that is rooted in trust, curiosity, and compassion. To learn more about me, please visit my website: https://www.drjinnyhong.ca/
Areas of expertise
These represent my core areas of expertise, backed by specialized training and extensive clinical experience.

Depression

Anxiety

Obsessive–compulsive Disorder

ADHD

Trauma And Intergenerational Trauma

Interpersonal Relationships And Boundaries
I also provide skilled support in these additional areas and welcome clients seeking help with these concerns.

Perfectionism

Career & Life Transitions

Attachment

Complex Trauma

Self Esteen & Self-worth

Fears / Phobias

Grief, Loss, And Bereavement

Mood Disorders

PTSD
Therapeutic approaches
These are my primary therapeutic approaches, backed by specialized training and extensive clinical experience.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Emotion-focused Therapy

Acceptance Commitment Therapy

Exposure And Response Prevention
I also incorporate these evidence-based approaches when clinically appropriate:

Integrative

Culturally Sensitive Therapy

Person-centered Approach

Trauma-informed Therapy
Professional credentials

Registered Psychologist
- No.7753
College of Psychologists of Ontario
Educational background

Doctor of Philosophy
Focus: Clinical and Counselling Psych
University of Toronto , Canada