ABOUT ME
Welcome to Danica Kotsopoulos Psychotherapy!
My name is Danica Kotsopoulos (she/her). I am a Registered Psychotherapist offering relational embodied Gestalt therapy with a trauma informed approach. I work in private practice in Toronto where I enjoy working with clients from diverse cultures, backgrounds, sexualities, ages and abilities. I offer sessions both online and in-person. I believe that your relationship with your therapist is the key to meaningful and healing therapy. Your first appointment is to check out whether you and I are good fit with no obligation to continue.
I look forward to meeting you!
"As a psychotherapist I don’t push for change, but work with you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your experience. I have found that in time, from this place of deep listening and acceptance, change takes place naturally and spontaneously.”
MY SERVICES
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
COUPLES THERAPY
What is Gestalt Therapy?
Gestalt Therapy was developed by Fritz Perls, a psychoanalyst, in the 1950s. It aims to make the person "whole" or "complete" by developing self-awareness, overcoming incapacitating defences, releasing pent-up feelings and giving full range to the potential for growth. Gestalt Therapy resembles other humanistic approaches in its emphasis on the expressive and dynamic aspects of human beings. It focuses on the present moment - here and now. Clients are asked to experience things rather than imagine them, and to feel rather than think.
Skills you will develop as we work together include self awareness, how to cultivate boundaries, compassion towards self and others, acceptance of self and the ability to shift and change when you are ready to do so.
FAQS
WHAT ARE YOUR FEES?
Individual (in-person or virtual) sessions are $160 per 50 minute appointment. Couples are $225 per 50 minute appointment. Payment is due at the end of each session by e-transfer or credit card. A receipt will be issued to you via email.
IS THERAPY COVERED UNDER MY BENEFITS?
Many benefit plans cover the cost (or a portion) of therapy with a Registered Psychotherapist (RP). Contact your benefits provider or human resources department for more information on your coverage, including benefits renewal date and total cost covered.
HOW IS MY PRIVATE HEALTH INFORMATION STORED?
Danica Kotsopoulos Psychotherapy complies with the Personal Privacy and Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA https://www.priv.gc.ca/en/) and will not sell or disclose your personal information.
All bookings, billing and video sessions (PIPEDA and HIPAA compliant) are handled using our online Owl Practice account and Zoom video conferencing.
WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?
In order to maximize the effectiveness of therapy, clients should make attending sessions a priority and are encouraged to avoid canceling sessions except in the case of illness or emergencies. Session fees will be applied for appointments canceled less than 24 hours in advance. There is an understanding that unforeseen circumstances occur and in these particular situations waiving the fee will be considered.
HOW OFTEN WILL I NEED TO ATTEND THERAPY AND HOW LONG CAN I EXPECT TREATMENT TO LAST?
This can range greatly depending on your individual needs and treatment goals. It is typically recommended to attend therapy on a weekly basis and slowly reduce the frequency as you begin to progress in treatment. I will work with you to develop a flexible plan to meet your availability and budget.
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT IN MY FIRST SESSION?
Your first session will be used to discuss what has led you to seek therapy, your therapy goals and develop a treatment plan that will work for you. I will take an intake assessment which will help me get to know you better. I will also review logistics including confidentiality, storing of personal information and the cancellation policy.
DO YOU PROVIDE CRISIS SERVICES?
Please note that I do not provide crisis services. Should you find yourself requiring immediate help outside of your session please call the appropriate crisis service hotline in your area, contact 911, or attend your local Emergency Department.
WHAT IS YOUR POLICY ON CONFIDENTIALITY?
As part of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario I am bound by the guidelines of confidentiality. Any information shared in session will be kept confidential. There are limits to confidentiality. These include: disclosure of intent to harm yourself or someone else, the abuse or neglect of a child under the age or 16 or abuse by a licensed professional,or subpoena of documentation by the courts. A release of information to other care providers maybe requested and will only be done so with your signed consent.
TRAINING
GESTALT INSTITUTE OF TORONTO
Post Graduate Diploma (Five Year Training Program) 2017-2022
WILFRED LAURIER UNIVERSITY
Child and Youth Mental Health Worker 2021-2022
YORK UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Hons.) Music Performance 2005-2010
MEMBER
College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (#12185)
The Canadian Association for Psychodynamic Therapy (CAPT)
MY AREAS OF EXPERTISE AND SPECIALTY
Trauma and PTSD
Personal Awareness, personal development and growth
Interpersonal challenges
Dream & soul work
Mental health issues
Chronic illness & chronic pain
Anxiety and depression
Grief and loss
Life stages and ageing
Work and workplace difficulties
Gender & Identity
Creativity & creative blocks
CONTACT ME
Land Acknowledgement
Danica Kotsopoulos Pscyhotherapy acknowledges that it is located on the traditional territory of many nations, including the Mississauga of the Credit, the Anishinaabe, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat peoples, and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit, and Metis peoples. This acknowledgement is an act of reconciliation that involves making a statement recognizing the traditional territory of the Indigenous people who called the land home before the arrival of settlers, and in many cases still do call it home.