What we most long for—unconditional acceptance, comfort, and love—has always been within us

We live in a world that shames intense emotion and equates worth with productivity. I hope to create a space to slow down and explore ways of feeling, thinking, and relating that are driven less by urgency and more by authenticity and curiousity.

We’ll learn how your nervous system has learned to adapt, which means honouring what you’ve been through, but no longer being defined by it. We’ll explore what living in joy, authenticity, and alignment with your values means. Because healing does not have a clear finish line where you feel "done", there is just more flexibility and empathy for yourself over time.

My work is grounded in existential, relational, and non-pathologizing principles. Therapy is not about “fixing” you because you are not defective. Instead of asking “What is wrong with me?”, I will challenge you to reflect on “What has happened to you? How did it affect you? How have you learned to cope with it? How do you want to live differently now?”

Available virtually or in person on Sundays.
Standard 50-minute sessions are $175. Extended 65-minute sessions are $220. I offer sliding scale spots (reduced rates) for students, BIPOC individuals, and those in the LGBTQIA+ community.

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I lean on modalities such as Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS),
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Somatic Experiencing, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Attachment Theory.

While I no longer offer couples therapy, I find value in applying The Gottman Method’s interventions in individual therapy to help build meaningful relationships and friendships.

More on these modalities here.

Beyond theoretical applications, I will show up as a human first in our work together. I aim to prioritize your safety and trust in the therapeutic relationship. While I draw from evidence-based approaches, they are always shaped around you, your context, and what feels accessible in the moment.

Jennifer Vee Nguyen, RP (Qualifying)
jennifervee@withinustherapy.ca
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Available weekdays, evenings & Sundays



In-person sessions are offered on Sundays in the Parkdale area. The space is TTC accessible (2-minute walk from the Dundas West station), and free street parking is available nearby.