Zia Lakdawalla, PhD
Offers
In-person and virtual appointments
- Psychologist
- Woman
- $200 - $250 per visit
Accepting new patients
Provider information
Description
Dr. Zia Lakdawalla operates her clinical practice with a client-centred and evidence-based approach. Her work with children, adolescents, and families is grounded in a commitment to establishing safe, nonjudgmental, and trusting relationships. With these foundations in place, she employs effective interventions, providing opportunities for sustainable change and fostering environments where children can thrive—feeling seen, understood, and valued.
Conditions
- Adjustment disorder
- Anger
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Depression
- Emotion Regulation
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Internet Addiction
- Mood disorders
- Obsessive- Compulsive (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Self Esteem
- Social Anxiety Disorder
- Stress
- Trauma
- Video Game Addiction
Provider's hours
Sunday
Closed
Monday
9:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Thursday
9:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am
-
6:00 pm
Saturday
9:00 am
-
1:00 pm
Services
- Attachment-based therapy
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Emotionally focused therapy
- Exposure and response prevention
- Exposure Therapy
- Group counselling
- Teen mental health
- Trauma informed care
- Trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy
Clientele
- Children (under 12)
- Families
- Pediatrics
- Teens (13-17)
Languages spoken
- English
Professional designations
- Doctorate in Psychology (PhD)
Education
- B.A. in Psychology-McGill University
- Ph.D. in Clinical Pschology- University of Illinois- Chicago.
Professional associations
- College of Psychologists of Ontario
Facility: Foundations for Emotional Wellness
Summary
Our dedicated team at FFEW is led by our founder, Dr. Zia Lakdawalla, a clinical psychologist committed to children’s emotional health and wellness. We have a diverse group of professionals, including registered psychotherapists and social workers, each bringing unique expertise and a passion for supporting families. Our team provides a comprehensive range of services, from early intervention to parent and child emotional regulation support. We are united by our goal to create a supportive and nurturing environment, empowering families to build resilience and achieve emotional well-being.
Business hours
Sunday
Closed
Monday
9:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Thursday
9:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am
-
6:00 pm
Saturday
9:00 am
-
1:00 pm
Services & supplies
- Acceptance and commitment therapy
- Attachment-based therapy
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Compassion-focused therapy
- Culturally sensitive therapy
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Emotionally focused therapy
- Exposure and response prevention
- Exposure Therapy
- Group counselling
- Motivational interviewing
- Solution-focused brief therapy
- Strength-based therapy
- Teen mental health
- Therapeutic intervention
- Trauma informed care
- Trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy
Amenities
- Close to public transit
- Free Wi-Fi