Find your balance, transform, feel fulfilled…
Hi there,
I’m Forouz Salari
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I’m a registered social worker, psychotherapist and clinical consultant who provides online (video therapy / tele-counselling) Individual Counselling for adults (ages 18-55) in Ontario, Nova Scotia, and Alberta.
I also provide online Clinical Consultation, Leadership Coaching and Training Workshops to professionals and organizations, particularly in the fields of social work, mental health, social services, community services, and advocacy.
I specialize in working with women, gender-diverse, queer and trans folks (2SLGBTQIA+), particularly first & second generation immigrants (especially adult children of immigrants), people of colour (BIPOC), students, professionals, entrepreneurs, people living with PCOS and other chronic illnesses, and people living with ADHD.
My passion is to support people who are committed to self-exploration and healing, as part of their ongoing personal and professional growth.
Providing online counselling and consulting in:
Here’s How I Can Help…
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Life Transitions
So you’ve gone through a major change in your life - maybe a divorce or breakup, parenthood, immigration or a career change! It can be an exciting, chaotic and overwhelming time with a lot of moving pieces! Create a dedicated time and space just for you and pave your way forward.
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Stress & Anxiety
Performance anxiety, imposter syndrome, perfectionism, chronic stress and burnout…
You didn’t realize you were struggling until the exhaustion, sleeplessness, aches and pains, constant worries, doubts and restlessness start showing up! Create a doable plan and toolkit that helps you feel well and balanced.
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Intersecting Identities
When who you are doesn’t fit neatly into a specific category, challenges the status quo, or falls outside of the dominant group, it can be hard to feel like you belong. You might feel misunderstood, unwanted, ashamed, doubtful, and angry! Take back your power by exploring and accepting yourself and building your communities of belonging.
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Sex Therapy
Sex therapy is an opportunity for you to discover your sexual self, needs and desires, explore your sexuality and gender identity, and heal through the ways that past traumas impact how you relate to romantic and sexual partners.
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Clinical Consultation
Are you a professional in the fields of social work, mental health, community services, social services, or advocacy? When your work involves advocating for others and helping them through the most challenging circumstances in their lives, it’s hard not feel drained, disillusioned and doubtful.
Clinical consultation offers the support, guidance and mentorship you (or your team) need to create balance, feel confident in your competence, and fine-tune your practice and approach to working with your clients, communities and teams.
Welcome to my Virtual Office!
You lead a busy life and our work together shouldn’t feel like another chore to check-off your to-do list.
With 24/7 online scheduling, a secure online client portal, and the ability to do online sessions (by phone or video, through my secure online platform), you’ll get the most out of the investment you make in yourself, your relationship or your career.
Getting the support you need is easy, convenient and fits your life!
Why work with me?
Convenient
With my secure client portal, you can schedule your sessions online, message me directly when you need to, attend video sessions, and keep track of billing & receipts - quickly, easily and on your schedule.
I also provide services in Farsi.
Holistic
My approach is intuitive, diverse and focused on all aspects of your unique identity and lived experiences. I integrate different trainings and perspectives to make our work together fit who you are, so that you can learn, grow and transform in a way that feels right for you.
Pragmatic
Learn about new resources, perspectives and techniques. Leave each session with something tangible to reflect on and apply to your daily life, work and relationships. We’ll meet every 2 to 6 weeks, so you have time to practice what we discuss and notice incremental changes towards your goals.
Connected
You can count on me to be fully engaged in our work together. I’ll be honest and compassionate with you. I’ll challenge and encourage you to learn and grow. And, I’ll bring humour and balance into our time together.
You’re not alone - I’ll be with you, every step of the way.
Frequently Asked Questions:
When are you available for sessions?
Appointments are available:
Mondays at 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm, 4:30pm, 6pm EST
Tuesdays at 11am, 12:30pm, 4:30pm, 6pm EST
Wednesdays at 11am, 12:30pm EST
Thursdays at 4:30pm, 6pm EST
Fridays at 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm, 4:30pm, 6pm EST
It’s easy to book, cancel or reschedule your sessions online: click on the “Book ONLINE” button in the header or footer of the website.
How much do your services cost?
My fee for Individual Counselling is $180 / hr.
This fee allows me to continuously offer $100 discounted spots to make mental health counselling accessible for students and unemployed / precariously employed folks.
My fee for Couples Counselling is $250 / hr.
If you are a leader or aspiring to pursue leadership, the fee for Leadership Coaching is $200 / hr + HST.
If you are a professional seeking Individual Clinical Consultation, the fee is $180 / hr + HST.
For organizations or professional teams looking for Group Clinical Consultation, the fee is $250* / hr + HST (*depending on the needs of the organization).
Sessions are up to 1 hour. I work with adults over 18. I provide short-term (minimum 6 sessions) and long-term services. Services are provided through a secure video portal or by phone. The full session fee is billed if sessions are missed or cancelled with less than 48-hours notice.
What types of payment do you accept?
Payment options include Interac e-transfers or online credit card processing through Stripe (compatible with American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa). I DON’T bill insurance companies directly.
Do you have experience working with 2SLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC folks?
I identify as a white-passing, Middle-Eastern, bisexual woman and a first-generation immigrant and settler (who came to Canada as a refugee during childhood). I also speak Farsi fluently. I’ve worked with diverse populations in Toronto’s non-profit sector since 2012, including BIPOC folks (particularly newcomers and refugees) and 2SLGBTQIA+ community members (particularly in my private practice since 2017 and as a former counsellor and manager at The 519 for ~3 years).
