Therapy for Immigrants · Online Across Ontario

Therapy for Immigrants in Ontario

Culturally sensitive online psychotherapy for those navigating life between two worlds. Sessions in English and Farsi. Available across Ontario.

Free15-min consult
$180Per session
ReceiptsFor insurance
Ghazal Sheikhtaheri, immigrant therapist in Ontario
Ghazal Sheikhtaheri
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP
Sound Familiar?

Immigration changes everything — including your inner world

Ontario is home to one of the largest immigrant populations in the world — nearly a third of residents were born outside Canada, settling everywhere from downtown Toronto and the surrounding GTA to Ottawa, Hamilton, the Waterloo Region, London, and smaller communities throughout the province. And yet the experience of being an immigrant here often feels isolating. Community is harder to find than the statistics suggest. The pressure to establish yourself financially in one of Canada's most expensive provinces can crowd out the emotional work of settling in. Many newcomers across Ontario spend years adapting on the outside while quietly struggling on the inside.

Related reading: When Family Comes to Stay: Long Visits From Iran and the Quiet Strain on Couples

Why NoorMinds

Why NoorMinds understands immigrant experiences

I.

Lived experience, global perspective

Ghazal immigrated to Canada from Iran and has worked with immigrants and refugees from all over the world — the Middle East, South Asia, East Africa, Latin America, Eastern Europe, and beyond. She doesn't just understand the theory — she knows the loneliness of starting over, the grief of distance, and the quiet courage it takes to build a new life.

II.

Culturally informed care

Therapy that respects your cultural background, family values, and the complexity of navigating two worlds — without pathologizing your experience.

III.

Bilingual sessions

Sessions in English and Farsi (فارسی), or a mix of both. Express yourself in whichever language feels right.

IV.

Evidence-based methods

Schema therapy, CBT, and emotion-focused techniques — grounded in research and tailored to your unique story.

How It Works

How therapy works

I.

Free 15-minute consultation

Talk about what brought you here, ask questions, and see if it feels right. No pressure.

II.

Personalized treatment plan

Together, we'll identify what's weighing on you most and build a path forward using proven therapeutic approaches.

III.

Weekly virtual sessions

60-minute online sessions from anywhere in Ontario. Consistent, confidential, flexible.

Pricing

Pricing & Insurance

Free15-min consultation
$180Individual · 60 min
$225Couples · 60 min

Insurance receipts provided — most extended health plans in Canada cover sessions with a Registered Psychotherapist.

Free 15-minute consultation available. Receipts provided after each session for submission to your extended health insurance plan.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to be from a specific country?
No. Ghazal has worked with immigrants and refugees from all over the world — Iran, Afghanistan, Syria, India, Pakistan, Colombia, Ukraine, Ethiopia, and many other countries. What matters is that you feel understood, not where you come from.
Is therapy available in Farsi?
Yes — sessions can be conducted in Farsi (فارسی), English, or both.
Are sessions online or in-person?
All sessions are virtual and available to anyone living in Ontario.
How much does it cost?
Individual: $180/60 min. Couples: $225/60 min or $350/90 min. Free 15-min consultation available.
Do you take insurance?
Insurance receipts are provided after every session for submission to your extended health plan.
Ready When You Are

Ready to talk to someone who understands?

Book a free 15-minute consultation — no commitment, no pressure.

Book a Free Consultation

Or call (647) 699-5142

Therapy for Immigrants Across Ontario

NoorMinds provides virtual therapy for immigrants to residents throughout Ontario. Select your city to learn more: