Are you feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that are difficult to understand or change? You may be experiencing intense emotions, intrusive thoughts, memory gaps, sleep difficulties, anxiety, grief, or a persistent sense of unease. These experiences can be difficult to make sense of, and therapy can provide a supportive space to explore them with curiosity, compassion, and greater understanding.

I work with children, teens, adults, couples and families supporting concerns such as trauma, CPTSD, PTSD, dissociation, anxiety, grief, suicidal thoughts, disability-related challenges, emotional overwhelm, insomnia and sports performance related concerns.

My approach is trauma-informed, through the lens of structural dissociation, collaborative, and mind-body oriented. I draw from Somatic Experiencing, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Mindfulness, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to support healing, growth, and self-understanding. I strive to create an inclusive and accessible therapeutic space tailored to each client’s unique needs, strengths, and goals.

I offer a complimentary 15-minute Phone or video consultation to explore your concerns and determine whether we are a good fit.

Looking forward to supporting you on your journey of wellbeing!

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Richard Utama is a compassionate and dynamic therapist with over 15 years of experience providing progressive and innovative mental health counselling across social services, clinical, and community-based settings. He holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Toronto is dedicated to delivering anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, and client-centred care. Richard specializes in supporting individuals navigating depression, anxiety, and self-esteem challenges, grief and loss, ADHD, and substance use. His therapeutic approach is eclectic, integrating Emotionally Focused, Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic, Existential, and Motivational Interviewing modalities to meet the unique needs of each client. As a proud, racialized, cis-gay man deeply connected to the 2SLGBTQ+ community, Richard provides queer-affirming support on issues related to sexuality, gender identity and expression, non-monogamous relationships, body image, and sexual health. Additionally, he is trained as a psychedelic therapist, offering preparation and integration sessions for Individuals exploring psychedelic-assisted healing. Richard fosters a safe and inclusive space for self-discovery, healing, and growth. He is committed to empowering clients to embrace their authenticity, cultivate inner strengths, and Nurture a sense of belonging as they work toward mental health and holistic well-being.

Richard Utama is a compassionate and dynamic therapist with over 15 years of experience providin... Read More