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Makena Arntsen
Offers
In-person and virtual appointments
- Social Worker
Accepting new patients
Provider's hours
Sunday
By appointment only
Monday
By appointment only
Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
By appointment only
Friday
By appointment only
Saturday
By appointment only
Description
Primarily practicing from a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) perspective I aim to help individuals understand how their thoughts influence their emotions and how by gaining awareness of these thoughts and applying different strategies their suffering can be alleviated. I also incorporate lifestyle strategies and mindfulness into my practice. Being client-centred is fundamental in my practice. I am dynamic and will regularly adjust my methods when needed to ensure I am providing the best possible care I can for each person I work with. Gaining your trust so that you feel accepted, encouraged
Conditions
- Anxiety
- Communication
- Depression
- Trauma
- Workplace stress
Languages spoken
- English
Education
- Master of Social Work
Facility Information
Makena Arntsen, RSW
Summary
I know finding the right therapist can be really hard! I am here to support diverse individuals in whatever life stage they are at. I foster a space where clients can share their experiences openly without fear or judgment. I focus on depression and anxiety but understand that for each person this looks different and thus remain curious and open to understanding each of my client's experiences. I always maintain a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed lens in my practice. I encourage introspection, self-compassion and hope that through our sessions clients can eventually support themselves.
Business hours
Sunday
By appointment only
Monday
By appointment only
Tuesday
By appointment only
Wednesday
By appointment only
Thursday
By appointment only
Friday
By appointment only
Saturday
By appointment only


144 Pinewood Ave, Toronto, ON M6C 2V5