Yalda Omari
Toronto,ON
Summary
Hardworking psychotherapist with 3 years of experience, driven to improve client lives with high-quality and caring support. Excellent planning and problem-solving skills paired with methodical and thorough approach. Dedicated to the pursuit of education and upgrading my knowledge, to better assist clients with mental health issues.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
SILM CENTRE FOR MENTAL HEALTH
06.2021 - Current
- Provided various forms of evidenced-based treatments to adolescents and adults, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
- Treated various mental health conditions including trauma, PTSD, BPD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, intellectual disabilities, substance use, and relationship issues.
- Provided support with various assessments, including psychoeducational, ADHD, ASD, and mental health assessments.
PRACTICUM STUDENT
FAMILY PSYCHOLOGY CENTRE
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided various forms of evidence-based treatments to children, adolescents and adults including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) and play therapy.
RESPITE ASSISTANT
GENEVA CENTRE FOR AUTISM
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Assisted with after-school program for adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder providing pre-vocational, social and life skills training
- Helped adolescents realize opportunities and successfully transition into adulthood.
CRISIS LINE RESPONDER
DISTRESS CENTRES OF TORONTO
01.2019 - 11.2020
- Provided non-judgmental confidential support, crisis intervention and suicide prevention support for those in emotional distress
- Participated in 911 Partnership Program, CAMH Warm Transfer Program, and Canada Suicide Prevention Service.
Education
Master of Psychology - Psychology
Adler Graduate Professional School
Toronto 11.2022
Bachelor of Arts (Honours with thesis) - Psychology
York University
Toronto 06.2017
Skills
- Compassionate and thoughtful practitioner
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Engaged listener
- Strong client engagement
Teaching Experience
- Facilitated various therapy groups for the community, including mindful movement groups for Indigenous women, psychoeducational groups in Farsi for the Ismaili community, and a Dialectical Behavioural Therapy skills group for Planned Parenthood Toronto and the Silm Centre for Mental Health.
- Developed a 15-week DBT group therapy program and a mindful movement program.
- Supported Dr. Mirisse Foroughe with EFFT workshops conducted for parents.
- Organized a workshop at a high school for parents on supporting their children's mental health.
- Delivered annual presentations to the community including topics such as addiction, anxiety, and mindfulness.
- Provided guidance to incoming practicum students when it came to conducting assessments and facilitating group therapy.
Additional Training
- Narrative Approach to Trauma Treatment by Jill Freedman, 2020
- EFFT Core Clinical Training by Dr. Mirisse Foroughe, 2021
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Beginners by Dr. Russel Harris, 2022
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills by Dr. Marsha Linehan, 2023
- Introduction to OCD Treatment and Assessment by Dr. Dean McKay and Dr. Alec Pollard, 2023
Affiliations
Canadian Psychological Association
College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Languages
Farsi/Dari
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Limited Working
Dutch
Limited Working
Punjabi
Elementary
References
Dr. Taslim Alani-Verjee (clinical supervisor during professional setting)
drtaslim@silmmentalhealth.com
Dr. Adam Lodzinski (faculty member at Adler Graduate Professional School)
dradam@theconflictresolvingnetwork.com
Dr. Joyce Li (clinical supervisor during practicum placement)
joyceli@sunrisepsychology.net
Timeline
REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
SILM CENTRE FOR MENTAL HEALTH
06.2021 - Current
PRACTICUM STUDENT
FAMILY PSYCHOLOGY CENTRE
12.2020 - 06.2021
CRISIS LINE RESPONDER
DISTRESS CENTRES OF TORONTO
01.2019 - 11.2020
RESPITE ASSISTANT
GENEVA CENTRE FOR AUTISM
09.2016 - 04.2017
Master of Psychology - Psychology
Adler Graduate Professional School
Bachelor of Arts (Honours with thesis) - Psychology
York University
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