Ali Haghi, MSc.
Director of Operation
Cognitive Neuroscience & Clinical Neuropsychology
Languages
• English
• Farsi (Persian)


Ali Haghi, MSc.
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Director of operation
Cognitive Neuroscience &Clinical Neuropsychology,
Counselling Philosophy
Ali believes in navigating the complexities of the inner world to foster growth, healing, and a deeper understanding of the self. They are passionate about assisting individuals in our demanding society, tailoring therapy to their unique needs while advocating for BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ rights. Ali provides a judgment-free, safe space and seamlessly blends creative techniques with talk therapy, fostering collaboration to enhance safety, mindfulness, and emotional experiences, leading to improved performance and life flow.
Education and Approaches
Ali holds a Master’s degree in Cognitive Neuroscience and Clinical Neuropsychology from the University of Padova, Italy, and a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Ferdowsi, Iran. In their counselling and treatment approach, Ali implements an integrative approach to therapy utilizing several well-researched and highly recommended approaches, including:
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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Trauma-Focused CBT
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Existentialism
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Psychoanalysis
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Schema Therapy
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
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Crisis Intervention (Jackson-Cherry Method)
Specialized
Ali specializes in helping clients with various concerns, including but not limited to:
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Trauma-related disorders (including ASD and PTSD)
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Challenges faced by refugees and immigrants
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Support for the LGBTQIA2S+ community
Memberships
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College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) under review