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# Laksman Doell: Psychologists in Toronto you can trust. Our psychology clinic specializes in therapy for adults and couples seeking clarity, support, and meaningful change.

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## Posts
- [When Extreme Climate Events Bring Extreme Emotions](https://laksmandoell.com/climate-anxiety-extreme-weather-emotions/): Climate change can impact our emotional well-being, leaving many of us feeling overwhelmed, worried, or grieving. Learn how to name, process, and respond to these emotions with care.
- [Beyond Pride Month in the Office: Understanding the Hidden Costs of Identity Management](https://laksmandoell.com/beyond-pride-month-supporting-2slgbtq-employees/): Creating an inclusive workplace requires more than celebrating Pride Month. Explore how identity-related stress affects employees and learn how you can support employee well-being and success.
- [Understand Exposure Therapy](https://laksmandoell.com/understanding-exposure-therapy-for-ocd/): Exposure sounds scary, but it’s also one of the most powerful tools for treating OCD. Discover how facing fear instead of avoiding it can retrain your brain and reduce anxiety over time.
- [Finding Your Way Through the Experience of Psychosis](https://laksmandoell.com/finding-your-way-through-psychosis/): Understanding your experiences and engaging actively in your recovery can make all the difference.
- [Supporting Someone Through Psychosis: Navigating Challenging Emotions](https://laksmandoell.com/supporting-someone-through-psychosis/): Important insights regarding our own emotional landscape as we support a loved one through the often complex and challenging journey through psychosis.
- [Exploring and Responding to Extreme and Unusual Beliefs](https://laksmandoell.com/understanding-extreme-and-unusual-beliefs/): Stop Fighting Your Thoughts. Instead, try responding with curiosity and compassion.
- [The Juggle is Real: Back to Work Following a Parental Leave](https://laksmandoell.com/the-juggle-is-real-back-to-work-following-a-parental-leave/): Practical guidance for returning to work, while navigating new emotions, changes in family roles, and the need for support.
- [Talking With Your Teen About Mental Health](https://laksmandoell.com/talking-with-your-teen-about-mental-health/): Are you finding it hard to talk with your teenager? Consider these helpful tips for initiating tough, yet crucial, conversations.
- [Why We Do This Work (And Why We’ll Never Stop)](https://laksmandoell.com/why-psychologist-training-standards-matter/): Recent challenges to the established registration standards for psychologists in Ontario have caused us to pause and reflect on why these standards matter
- [Myth Busting: Sex and Cancer](https://laksmandoell.com/sex-after-cancer-myths-and-reconnection/): Break down common myths about sex after cancer and learn how to help you rebuild confidence, intimacy, and connection.
- [Building Better Habits for a Fresh Start](https://laksmandoell.com/building-better-habits-fresh-start/): Tap into the psychology of fresh starts to make habits stick, even when your schedule is full.
- [The Empathy Advantage: Elevate Your Impact with Emotional Insight](https://laksmandoell.com/emotional-intelligence-for-leadership/): Great teams thrive on empathy. Discover how building your emotional awareness of others can improve collaboration and influence at work.
- [Helpful vs. Unhelpful Emotions: First Step to Emotional Mastery](https://laksmandoell.com/helpful-vs-unhelpful-emotions-first-step-to-emotional-mastery/): Learn how to recognize and manage helpful versus unhelpful emotions to improve your performance and wellbeing at work.
- [Simple Habits for Better Rest and Performance](https://laksmandoell.com/simple-habits-for-better-rest-and-performance/): Discover simple, evidence-based tips to improve your sleep quality and wake up feeling more rested, focused, and energized.
- [Constant Negative News Getting You Down?](https://laksmandoell.com/constant-negative-news-getting-you-down/): Learn how to stay informed without feeling overwhelmed and discover simple, effective strategies to protect your peace of mind.
- [When Life Throws You a Curveball: How Health Psychology Can Help](https://laksmandoell.com/when-life-throws-you-a-curveball-how-health-psychology-can-help/): How health psychologists provide compassionate, expert care during life's most challenging chapters.
- [Decode Your Feelings: A Data-Driven Guide to Emotional Intelligence](https://laksmandoell.com/decode-your-feelings-a-data-driven-guide-to-emotional-intelligence/): Analyze, interpret, and respond to your feelings in a way that increases clarity, purpose, and emotional agility.
- [The Filtering Trap: How to Stop Fixating on What Went Wrong](https://laksmandoell.com/the-filtering-trap-how-to-stop-fixating-on-what-went-wrong/): Your mind’s highlight reel might be stuck on your worst plays. Learn to widen the lens and see the full picture.
- [Communication is the Bridge to a Satisfying Sex Life](https://laksmandoell.com/communication-is-the-bridge-to-a-satisfying-sex-life/): Talking about sex may feel uncomfortable, but avoiding the conversation only creates distance. Try these strategies to facilitate more relaxed communication.
- [Coping with a Loved One’s Diagnosis: Strategies for Emotional Resilience](https://laksmandoell.com/coping-with-a-loved-ones-diagnosis/): When someone you love receives difficult news, here are three practical strategies to help you maintain self-care in both your personal and professional life.
- [Radical Self-Compassion: Reframe Your Inner Critic with One Simple Phrase](https://laksmandoell.com/radical-self-compassion-reframe-your-inner-critic-with-one-simple-phrase/): Struggling with harsh self-talk? Discover the power of ‘No wonder’ statements to reduce self-judgment and restore inner calm.
- [The Art of Asking: Communicating Our Needs Clearly](https://laksmandoell.com/the-art-of-asking-communicating-our-needs-clearly/): Learn five effective strategies for making clear, respectful, and effective requests that foster healthier communication at work and at home.
- [Cooling the Mind: A Guide to Coping with Climate Anxiety](https://laksmandoell.com/cooling-the-mind-a-guide-to-coping-with-climate-anxiety/): Cope with climate anxiety by finding the right balance. Stay informed without burning out, act mindfully, and make space for hope and joy.
- [Boosting Performance with Compassion Rather Than Criticism](https://laksmandoell.com/boosting-performance-with-compassion-rather-than-criticism/): Explore how self-compassion can boost performance when you let go of judgement, tap into curiosity, and prioritize honest reflection.
- [Recognizing the Early Signs of Burnout](https://laksmandoell.com/recognizing-the-early-signs-of-burnout/): Irritable, unfocused, or checked out? You may be burning out. Learn how to recognize the symptoms early so that you can intervene now.
- [Emotional Mastery at Work: Responding to our Emotions](https://laksmandoell.com/emotional-mastery-at-work-responding-to-our-emotions/): When emotions spike, performance can suffer. Practice these strategies to regulate emotional responses and improve workplace resilience.
- [Harnessing Your Interest-Based Nervous System](https://laksmandoell.com/harnessing-your-interest-based-nervous-system/): Discover how to harness your interest-based nervous system by using interest, novelty, challenge, and urgency as your motivators.
- [How to Build Mental Resilience in High-Stakes Roles](https://laksmandoell.com/how-to-build-mental-resilience-in-high-stakes-roles/): In demanding jobs, resilience is non-negotiable. Discover five practical strategies to boost mental strength and stay steady under pressure.
- [Either You’re Winning, or You’re Learning](https://laksmandoell.com/either-youre-winning-or-youre-learning/): What if setbacks weren’t failures—but feedback? Learn how shifting your mindset can increase performance and resilience.
- [Stop Spinning: How to Tell if Worry Is Helping or Hurting](https://laksmandoell.com/stop-spinning-how-to-tell-if-your-worry-is-helping-or-hurting/): Differentiate between productive and unproductive worry with clear questions and actions that build focus and mental clarity.

## Pages
- [Communication and Interpersonal Skills](https://laksmandoell.com/communication-skills-therapy-toronto/): You and the person sitting across from you cannot stop having the same conversation, and the same conversation keeps not landing. Or, you lead a team well at work and watch the same skills go sideways at home, and you cannot figure out why. Or perhaps there is a conversation that you have been avoiding for months, and the longer that it sits, the heavier it gets, and the harder it is to have.
- [Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Treatment in Toronto Doctoral-Level Psychological Care](https://laksmandoell.com/ocd-treatment-toronto/): Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) treatment at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by doctoral-level registered psychologists, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [Psychodiagnostic Assessments in Toronto Doctoral-Level Psychological Care](https://laksmandoell.com/psychological-assessment-toronto/): Psychodiagnostic assessments at Laksman Doell Psychology are delivered by doctoral-level psychologists with extensive experience and training in comprehensive assessment and differential diagnosis, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [Trauma Therapy and PTSD Treatment](https://laksmandoell.com/trauma-therapy-and-ptsd-treatment-toronto/): Trauma and PTSD treatment at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by doctoral-level registered psychologists, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [Stress Management Therapy](https://laksmandoell.com/stress-management-therapy/): Stress management therapy at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by doctoral-level registered psychologists, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [Sex Therapy for Individuals and Couples](https://laksmandoell.com/sex-therapy-toronto/): Sex therapy at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by doctoral-level registered psychologists, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [Self-Esteem and Self-Criticism](https://laksmandoell.com/self-esteem-therapy-toronto/): Therapy for self-esteem and self-criticism at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by doctoral-level registered psychologists, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [Psychosis](https://laksmandoell.com/psychosis-treatment-toronto/): Psychosis treatment at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by doctoral-level registered psychologists, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [LGBTQ2SIA+ Affirming Care](https://laksmandoell.com/lgbtq2sia-affirming-care-toronto/): LGBTQ2SIA+ affirming treatment at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by doctoral-level registered psychologists, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [Health Psychology & Coping with Serious and Chronic Illness](https://laksmandoell.com/health-psychology-toronto/): Psychological support for serious and chronic illness at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by our team of doctoral-level registered health psychologists, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [Emotion Regulation](https://laksmandoell.com/emotion-regulation-therapy-toronto/): Therapy to help understand and regulate emotions at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by doctoral-level registered psychologists, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [Depression and Low Mood](https://laksmandoell.com/depression-treatment-toronto/): "The voice in your head can turn cruel, convincing you that this is just whoyou are now. That last part is a symptom, not the truth. But depression isvery good at making it feel like the truth”
- [Couples Therapy](https://laksmandoell.com/couples-therapy-toronto/): Couples therapy at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by doctoral-level registered psychologists, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [Changing Problematic Behaviours](https://laksmandoell.com/behaviour-change-therapy-toronto/): Treatment for changing difficult behaviours at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by doctoral-level registered psychologists, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [Adult ADHD and Autism Assessments](https://laksmandoell.com/adult-adhd-and-autism-assessments-toronto/): Adult ADHD and autism assessments at Laksman Doell Psychology are delivered by doctoral-level psychologists with extensive experience and training in assessing neurodivergence, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [Anxiety Treatment Toronto](https://laksmandoell.com/anxiety-treatment-toronto/): Anxiety treatment at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by doctoral-level registered psychologists, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [Perfectionism and Imposter Syndrome](https://laksmandoell.com/perfectionism-and-imposter-syndrome/): Therapy for perfectionism and imposter syndrome at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by doctoral-level psychologists who have extensive experience working with high-achieving professionals, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [Burnout and Performance](https://laksmandoell.com/burnout-treatment-toronto/): Therapy for burnout at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by doctoral-level psychologists who work with executives, lawyers, consultants, physicians, founders, athletes, and the people who manage families and households with that same intensity and invisibility. In person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto, and virtually across Ontario.
- [Life Transitions and Identity](https://laksmandoell.com/life-transitions-therapy-toronto/): Therapy for difficult life transitions at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by doctoral-level registered psychologists, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
- [Grief and Loss](https://laksmandoell.com/grief-counselling-toronto/): Grief counselling at Laksman Doell Psychology is delivered by doctoral-level registered psychologists, both in person at our office in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto and virtually across Ontario.
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- [Thank  You](https://laksmandoell.com/contact-thank-you/): You can expect an email response from our Intake Coordinator shortly in order to arrange a call to further discuss your needs and availability. We endeavor to respond to all inquiries made through our contact form within 24-hours or on the next business day.
- [Terms of Use](https://laksmandoell.com/terms-of-use/): Thank you for visiting our website. We hope that you will find the information contained on these pages to be helpful, particularly in determining if Laksman Doell is a good fit for your personal needs. By accessing, browsing or using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions. However, if for any reason you disagree with any part of these terms and conditions, then please discontinue using our website immediately.
- [Values Statement](https://laksmandoell.com/values-statement/): At Laksman Doell, we are dedicated to cultivating an environment that both recognizes and acknowledges the importance and impact of diversity in identity and experience. We are firmly committed to the delivery of culturally competent psychological services that are grounded in the principles of respect and inclusion and that are responsive to the needs, strengths, and identities of the clients we serve. We recognize that our experiences are informed by the diverse aspects of our lives, and that this is something that needs to be acknowledged in the provision of psychological services.
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- [Contact](https://laksmandoell.com/contact-toronto-psychology-clinic/): Start your path to finding clarity by contacting us for more information.
- [FAQ](https://laksmandoell.com/faq-toronto-psychology-clinic/): OHIP doesn’t cover psychological services, but most extended health plans and corporate benefit packages do. Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life, Green Shield, most of the major providers include psychology under their mental health coverage. Because every clinician on our team is a doctoral level Registered Psychologist, our receipts meet the bar insurers set when they require psychologist led or psychologist supervised care. There’s no guesswork on their end.
- [About](https://laksmandoell.com/about-toronto-psychology-clinic/): Having worked together for many years, they founded Laksman Doell with the shared vision of building a private practice that provides reliable, high-quality care to adult individuals and couples. The psychologists at Laksman Doell are a team of like-minded, exceptionally trained professionals who hold each other to the highest standards.
- [Services](https://laksmandoell.com/services-toronto-psychology-clinic/): This includes support for individuals living with complex mental health challenges and those seeking help navigating difficult life transitions or interpersonal dynamics. We also provide support for individuals who are seeking to improve their self-understanding and their mindset in order to empower themselves to make lasting changes, reach their goals, and improve their satisfaction and communication in their relationships.
- [Home](https://laksmandoell.com/): Our team of psychologists in Toronto have extensive experience working with both individuals and couples who are seeking help navigating a variety of issues. This includes treatment for individuals with complex mental health challenges, those who have a history of trauma or difficult relationships, and those who are managing complicated life transitions.
- [Privacy Policy](https://laksmandoell.com/privacy-policy/): At Laksman Doell, we are deeply committed to protecting your privacy and to ensuring the confidentiality and protection of your personal health information. We recognize the importance of collecting, using, and disclosing personal information responsibly and only to the extent necessary in order to provide you with the services that you have consented to receive. We strive to be open and transparent regarding our practices, and to that end, we are providing this document in order to describe our privacy policies and procedures.
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## Teams
- [Sabrina Graf Smith](https://laksmandoell.com/team/sabrina-graf-smith/): Sabrina is often the first voice that you hear at Laksman Doell Psychology. As our Intake Coordinator and Office Manager, she's the person who picks up the phone, responds to your message, and walks you through what comes next. For many people, that first contact happens at a moment of uncertainty or vulnerability. Sabrina understands that, and she takes it seriously.
- [Rachael Morgan](https://laksmandoell.com/team/rachael-morgan/): Rachael Morgan is a Doctoral Associate at Laksman Doell Psychology, who is currently completing the final stages of her PhD in Counselling Psychology at McGill University. She has completed all of the coursework required for her doctoral degree and is currently finalizing her research and clinical training, prior to proceeding with registration as a psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. Rachael specializes in adult mental health, and she is committed to fostering a comfortable, affirming, and nonjudgmental space for individuals to safely express and to better understand themselves.
- [Leena Anand](https://laksmandoell.com/team/leena-anand/): Leena Anand is a Doctoral Associate at Laksman Doell, who is currently finishing the final stage of her PhD in Counselling Psychology. She has completed all of the coursework and clinical training associated with her doctoral degree, and will be defending her dissertation prior to proceeding with registration as a Clinical Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behavior Analysts of Ontario. Leena specializes in working with adult mental health and she strives to create an open and safe space for both individuals and couples to process difficulties, to find connection and meaning, and to become their most authentic selves.
- [Dr. Ruth Vanstone](https://laksmandoell.com/team/ruth-vanstone/): Dr. Ruth Vanstone is a Clinical and Health Psychologist in Supervised Practice, who is currently in the process of completing her registration with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. Her area of specialization is in adult mental health, and she provides both individual and couples therapy. Dr. Vanstone works with clients who present with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment to acute and chronic disease, caregiver distress, women’s health, and relationship concerns. Moreover, she has a particular passion for working with individuals, couples, and caregivers who are adjusting to and coping with chronic illness and cancer diagnoses in order to help navigate the range of related issues that arise in tandem with one’s journey through illness.
- [Dr. Sarah Saperia](https://laksmandoell.com/team/sarah-saperia/): Dr. Sarah Saperia is a Clinical Psychologist in Supervised Practice, who is currently in the process of completing her registration with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. Her area of specialization is adult mental health, and she is committed to maintaining the highest standards of care by flexibly and collaboratively tailoring therapy to each client’s unique needs and goals.
- [Dr. Nicholas Ostapchuk](https://laksmandoell.com/team/nicholas-ostapchuk/): Dr. Nick Ostapchuk is a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist in Supervised Practice, who is currently in the process of completing his registration with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. His area of specialization is in adult mental health, and he is a strong believer in the idea that all humans are the experts on themselves. Therefore, Dr. Ostapchuk works in tandem with his clients to explore their blind spots and to develop a set of therapeutic goals to help meet his clients’ needs. At Laksman Doell, he works collaboratively with both adult individuals and couples who are experiencing struggles in a variety of areas.
- [Dr. Jotthi Bansal](https://laksmandoell.com/team/jotthi-bansal/): Dr.Jotthi Bansal is a Clinical Psychologist in Supervised Practice, who is currently in the process of completing her registration with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. With a specialization in adult mental health, she supports both individuals and couples in building resilience through the complex demands of life.
- [Dr. Iana Ianakieva](https://laksmandoell.com/team/dr-iana-ianakieva/): Dr. Iana Ianakieva is a Registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist. Dr. Ianakieva's work is guided by the belief that individuals have an inherent capacity for resilience, fulfilment, and self-determination. She views the opportunity to walk alongside individuals as they seek to navigate life's obstacles, maintain meaningful relationships, and achieve their ambitions to be a great privilege. As a psychologist and former competitive athlete in Taekwondo, she appreciates the importance of being understood, challenged, and supported in the pursuit of one's goals.
- [Dr. Shira Yufe](https://laksmandoell.com/team/shira-yufe/): Dr. Shira Yufe is a registered Clinical and Health Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. Her area of specialization is adult mental health. Dr.Yufe is experienced in providing mental health care for anxiety, low mood, trauma, intrusive thoughts, stress management, burnout, relationship concerns, perfectionism, and body image concerns. Within health psychology, she has specialized training in working with patients and caregivers, through the entire illness trajectory including adaptation to diagnosis, disease symptoms, existential struggles, and chronic pain.
- [Dr. Lauren Poulin](https://laksmandoell.com/team/dr-lauren-poulin/): Dr. Lauren Poulin is a registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. Her area of focus is therapy and assessment for adults, and she is particularly passionate about working with neurodivergent adults. Dr. Poulin excels in creating a non-judgemental, supportive, and validating therapeutic environment for her clients. In this space, she helps individuals to identify and work towards the changes that are most important and meaningful to them.
- [Dr. Danielle Petricone-Westwood](https://laksmandoell.com/team/dr-danielle-petricone-westwood/): Dr. Danielle Petricone-Westwood is a registered Clinical and Health Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario and is dedicated to helping individuals in high-pressure environments navigate life’s challenges with resilience and purpose. She works with adults in demanding roles, including executives, athletes, and medical professionals, to support their wellbeing while they care for their clients, patients, and teams. For those managing health concerns, Dr. Petricone-Westwood provides practical strategies to help individuals and their families adjust emotionally to a diagnosis, to manage their illness effectively, and to work towards their broader health and personal goals. She offers compassionate support to individuals coping with chronic illnesses such as cancer and diabetes, as well as those navigating grief, anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship challenges, or significant life transitions. Her approach focuses on aligning personal goals with emotional and physical health, and empowering clients to build resilience and to achieve a sense of balance in their lives.
- [Dr. Andrew Hunter](https://laksmandoell.com/team/dr-andrew-hunter/): Dr. Andrew Hunter is a registered Clinical Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. His area of specialization is adult mental health, and he is enthusiastic about harnessing the power of compassionate and collaborative curiosity in order to help people gain insight and to make tangible progress towards their goals.
- [Dr. Vanessa Schell](https://laksmandoell.com/team/dr-vanessa-schell/): Dr. Vanessa Schell is a registered Clinical Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. She works with adults and adolescents who are experiencing a variety of mental health concerns, including struggles with low mood and anxiety, emotion regulation, anger, perfectionism, and shame. She also enjoys supporting individuals who are navigating life transitions, interpersonal difficulties and parenting challenges. Embracing a neurodivergent affirming, client-centered and integrative therapeutic approach, Dr. Schell draws from her expertise in a variety of evidence-based treatments, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC).
- [Dr. Natalie Ferreira](https://laksmandoell.com/team/dr-natalie-ferreira/): Dr. Natalie Ferreira is a registered Clinical Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. Her area of specialization is adult mental health, and she works from the philosophy that clients are the experts of their own experience. As such, her practice is rooted in the importance of working collaboratively with clients to develop a treatment plan that honours their unique needs and goals.
- [Dr. Philip Desormeau](https://laksmandoell.com/team/philip-desormeau/): Dr. Philip Desormeau is a registered Clinical Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. His area of specialization is adult mental health, and his therapeutic style is one of warmth, compassion, and genuineness. He operates from the belief that clients are experts on their own experiences, and that a collaborative working relationship is essential for best addressing the unique needs and goals of each client.
- [Dr. Samantha Fuss](https://laksmandoell.com/team/dr-samantha-fuss/): Dr. Samantha Fuss is a registered Clinical and Rehabilitation Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. Her area of focus is adult mental health, and she provides individual therapy that recognizes the fundamental importance of the therapeutic relationship as the foundation from which to foster empowerment and positive change in the clients with whom she works.
- [Dr. Kimberley Cullen](https://laksmandoell.com/team/dr-kimberley-cullen/): Dr. Kimberley Cullen is a registered Clinical and Health Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario and an experienced Sex Therapist. Her area of focus is adult mental health, and she provides both individual and couples therapy. Dr. Cullen works with clients to address a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety and stress, trauma, self-esteem, relationship problems, communication, sex and intimacy, life transitions, gender and sexuality, women’s health, as well as difficulties adjusting to and coping with physical illness, particularly with cancer patients, survivors, and family members. Dr. Cullen also has special interest in the ways that an individual’s identity and sense and self can be impacted by significant life events and/or life transitions, and she enjoys helping clients to explore existential, philosophical, and spiritual questions in service of their search for meaning and authentic living.
- [Dr. Adi Aviram](https://laksmandoell.com/team/dr-adi-aviram/): Dr. Adi Aviram is a registered Clinical Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. Her area of specialization is adult mental health, and she is committed to providing a safe, compassionate, and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients can foster meaningful growth and lasting change. Clients consistently describe her as steady in the hardest moments, and as someone who can hold difficult material without flinching while still making the room feel human.
- [Dr. Wendy Zhao](https://laksmandoell.com/team/dr-wendy-zhao/): Dr. Wenfeng (Wendy) Zhao is a registered Clinical Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. Her area of specialization is adult mental health, and she provides both individual and couples therapy.Dr. Zhao seeks to help clients deepen their understanding of themselves and the root of their difficulties in order to achieve long-lasting change and personal growth and fulfillment. She helps couples to strengthen their connection, improve communication, and resolve emotional injuries. Her practice is trauma-informed, inclusive and culturally sensitive.
- [Dr. Faye Doell](https://laksmandoell.com/team/dr-faye-doell/): Dr. Faye Doell is a Registered Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Director at Laksman Doell Psychology. Dr. Doell believes in the importance of meeting clients where they are, helping them to develop an understanding of their difficulties, and then working together to develop individualized treatment plans that are rooted in evidence-based practice. Her area of specialization is adult mental health, and she provides treatment to individuals who are living with psychosis, mood and anxiety disorders, issues with performance and stress management, interpersonal problems, histories of trauma, and those experiencing difficult life transitions. Dr. Doell also specializes in treating couples who are experiencing relationship distress. She is known for her warm, empathic, and collaborative style, generosity of spirit, intelligence, and sense of humour.
- [Dr. Zoë Laksman](https://laksmandoell.com/team/dr-zoe-laksman/): Dr. Zoë Laksman is a Registered Clinical and Health Psychologist and Clinical Director at Laksman Doell Psychology. She works with exceptional individuals who care deeply about creating meaningful impact in their world and with the people they value most, helping them develop comprehensive strategies for sustained fulfillment while navigating complex challenges and emerging with renewed clarity and purpose. Her practice encompasses stress and anxiety management (including panic attacks, social anxiety, chronic worry, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, burnout, and obsessive compulsive disorder), depression, relationship dynamics, and personal optimization. She also works with individuals at the intersection of psychological wellbeing and physical health, provides grief counseling, and offers couples therapy.