Esther Yona Direnfeld, DPS
Offers
Virtual appointments only
- Psychologist
- Woman
Accepting new patients
Provider information
Description
Hi, I'm Dr. Esther Direnfeld a Clinical and Neuropsychologist at MindFit, a leading psychology clinic (or as we prefer to say, "mental health gym"). Just like a "typical" gym, MindFit is designed to be accessible and inviting to anyone looking to improve their emotional well-being. From day one, I will do everything I can to ensure you feel heard, supported and valued. My approach is structured (with weekly handouts), evidence-based, and designed to help you develop practical and effective skills and strategies to not only cope, but thrive!
Conditions
- ADHD
- Anger
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Conversion disorder
- Depression
- Divorce
- Emotion Regulation
- Fears / Phobias
- Loneliness
- Mental Disorders
- Mood disorders
- Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymic Disorder)
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Social Anxiety Disorder
- Somatic symptom disorder
- Stress
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Trauma
- Workplace stress
Provider's hours
Sunday
Closed
Monday
8:30 am
-
5:30 pm
Tuesday
8:30 am
-
5:30 pm
Wednesday
8:30 am
-
5:30 pm
Thursday
8:30 am
-
5:30 pm
Friday
8:30 am
-
5:30 pm
Saturday
Closed
Services
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Integrative therapy
- Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy
- Motivational interviewing
- Psychological testing and evaluation
- Psychological therapy
- Strength-based therapy
Clientele
- Adults (18+)
- LGBTQ2+
Languages spoken
- English
Professional designations
- Doctor of Psychology (DPS)
Education
- Ph.D., University of Victoria
Professional associations
- College of Psychologists of Ontario
Facility: MindFit
Summary
MindFit is a one-of-a-kind psychology clinic – or what we prefer to call a mental health “gym” for getting and staying in emotional shape. Just like a physical gym welcomes people of all types with a common goal of getting/staying physically healthy, MindFit is designed to be accessible and inviting to anyone wanting to improve their emotional well being. We provide evidence-based, compassionate, innovative and strength-focused care to children, adolescents, families, parents, and adults.
Business hours
Sunday
Closed
Monday
8:30 am
-
5:30 pm
Tuesday
8:30 am
-
5:30 pm
Wednesday
8:30 am
-
5:30 pm
Thursday
8:30 am
-
5:30 pm
Friday
8:30 am
-
5:30 pm
Saturday
Closed
Services & supplies
- Acceptance and commitment therapy
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Compassion-focused therapy
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Emotionally focused therapy
- Group counselling
- Integrative therapy
- Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy
- Motivational interviewing
- Psychological testing and evaluation
- Psychological therapy
- Relationship counselling
- Strength-based therapy
