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Thiviyan Sithganesan, BSW, MSW, RSW

Offers Virtual appointments only
  • Social Worker
  • Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars. 82 rating(s).
Accepting new patients

Provider's hours

Sunday
By appointment only
Monday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thursday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Saturday
By appointment only

Description

Thiviyan is passionate about sharing his wealth of counselling knowledge with clients to equip them with the strategies and techniques needed to manage challenging situations. He prides himself on his ability to break down abstract therapeutic concepts and explain them in a relatable way, using clever examples, metaphors, and activities. 

Thiviyan is also an open-minded and empathetic practitioner who has tremendous patience with his clients. He understands the significance of using a collaborative approach, as he works alongside his clients to shape their own journey in therapy.

Conditions

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Abuse
  • Anger
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
  • Bullying
  • Codependency
  • Communication
  • Depression
  • Emotion Regulation
  • Fears / Phobias
  • Grief, loss, bereavement
  • Infidelity
  • Insomnia
  • Internet Addiction
  • Loneliness
  • Men's Issues
  • Panic disorder
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-harming or suicidal behavior
  • Sex, sexuality, intimacy
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Social Anxiety Disorder
  • Social Isolation
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Suicide
  • Trauma
  • Video Game Addiction
  • Workplace stress

Services

  • Acceptance and commitment therapy
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Dialectical behavior therapy
  • Existential therapy
  • Family systems therapy
  • Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy
  • Person-centered therapy
  • Play therapy
  • Positive psychology
  • Relationship counselling
  • Solution-focused brief therapy
  • Strength-based therapy
  • The Gottman method

Clientele

  • Adults (18+)​
  • Children (under 12)​
  • Couples​
  • LGBTQ2+
  • Seniors (65+)​
  • Teens (13-17)​

Languages spoken

  • English

Professional designations

  • Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
  • Master of Social Work (MSW)
  • Registered Social Worker (RSW)

Education

  • Master of Social Work (MSW) - Western University
  • Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) - University of Waterloo

Professional associations

  • Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
  • Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW)
Facility Information

Thiviyan Sithganesan

Summary

The office is located at the intersection of Main Street East and Elizabeth Street in Milton. There is free parking available next to the building for clients. You can find Bliss Counselling + Psychotherapy on the first floor.

This office is shared with other therapists. You can sit in the waiting area until I call you down to the office.

Business hours

Sunday
By appointment only
Monday
11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday
11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesday
11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thursday
11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Saturday
By appointment only

Services & supplies

  • Acceptance and commitment therapy
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Dialectical behavior therapy
  • Existential therapy
  • Family systems therapy
  • Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy
  • Person-centered therapy
  • Play therapy
  • Positive psychology
  • Relationship counselling
  • Solution-focused brief therapy
  • Strength-based therapy
  • The Gottman method

Amenities

  • Close to public transit
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wheelchair accessible

Provider's hours

Sunday
By appointment only
Monday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thursday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Saturday
By appointment only

Business hours

Sunday
By appointment only
Monday
11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday
11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesday
11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thursday
11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Saturday
By appointment only