Associates

Julia Zuckernick, B.A. (Hons), M.A.C.P.,
Registered Psychotherapist

To book an appointment with Julia:
Call/Text: 647-564-2515
Email: balshinf@gmail.com – with subject-line Julia

Credentials

Honours Bachelor of Arts – Sociology, Wilfrid Laurier University
Graduate Diploma- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution, Durham College
Master of Arts – Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University

Julia understands that reaching out for help can feel scary and believes everybody deserves to live a meaningful and fulfilling life! Julia is an empathetic and attentive listener who strives to make her clients feel safe and at home. 

Julia applies an integrative, trauma-informed, and client-centred approach to meet individualized needs and goals. While she utilizes various techniques and modalities, developing a safe, non-judgmental, and trusting therapeutic relationship is her primary value. Some therapeutic modalities she uses include but are not limited to: Cognitive Behavioural (CBT), Emotion-Focused, Mindfulness-Based (MB-CBT), Play, Somatic, Client-Centred, Solution-Focused, Acceptance & Commitment (ACT), Strength-Based, Narrative Elements, CBT-I, and Psychodynamic.

Julia has over 20 years of dance/movement experience in the performing arts and teaching. She is passionate about the mind, body, and spiritual connection as trauma is stored in the body. When appropriate, she enjoys exploring movement-based techniques and utilizing humour in sessions. Some of her areas of focus include anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, perfectionism, body positivity, self-esteem, relationship issues, family dynamics, trauma, setting boundaries, couples work, sleep concerns, geriatric cognitive work, and ADHD.

Laura Polisuk, B.S.W., M.S.W., R.S.W.
Registered Social Worker

To book an appointment with Laura:
Call/Text: 647-564-2515
Email: balshinf@gmail.com – with subject-line Laura

Credentials

Bachelor of Social Work
Master of Social Work

Laura is a compassionate and dedicated registered social worker committed to empowering her clients to navigate life’s challenges and build fulfilling, meaningful lives. With both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Social Work, Laura combines a strong academic foundation with years of hands-on experience to provide exceptional, client-centered care.

Laura employs evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based approaches, to provide clients with personalized support. She is dedicated to creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can openly explore their thoughts and emotions. Her approach prioritizes fostering self-awareness, enhancing emotional regulation, and promoting meaningful personal growth.

Laura’s areas of expertise include:

  • Anxiety and Depression
  • Body Image and Self-Esteem 
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Suicidal Ideation and Crisis Intervention
  • Dual Diagnoses (Mental Illness and Intellectual Disability)
  • Stress Management and Life Transitions
  • Relationship Challenges and Boundaries

With her warm, authentic approach, Laura is committed to meeting clients where they are and tailoring interventions to their unique needs and goals which translates into a safe and healing therapeutic journey.