Positive Minds Psychotherapy Services values to create a therapeutic space that is culturally-sensitive, non-judgemental, and client-centred. We strive to always provide clients a safe and private experience where they are open to share their stories with us. At Positive Minds Psychotherapy Services, our therapists are devoted to creating individualized treatment plans that fit your goals and empower you to make meaningful changes for a fulfilling life.
“Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, face-to-face meetings at our clinic are closed until further notice. Nevertheless, Positive Minds Psychotherapy Services is still committed to your wellness, and will provide the best possible care from our therapists through phone call or video sessions. Please call or email us to arrange your session. We will overcome these challenging times together.”
Mission Statement
Serving all of Ontario virtually, with in-person location in Markham
We offer psychotherapy, counselling, and consultative services in English, Cantonese, Mandarin, French and Italian.
Located conveniently in Markham, we provide therapy and counselling services for clients of all ages. Our therapists specialize in supporting clients to manage COVID-19 related issues, depression, anxiety, relationships, parenting, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and more. Positive Minds Psychotherapy Services empowers individuals to make meaningful changes for happier lives. We understand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed by life’s challenges. We believe there is always “HOPE”. We know how to help. Our team is devoted to providing professional support while being sensitive to privacy and confidentiality.
Meet our Therapists
We are a team of dedicated psychotherapists, social workers, and masters level interns who bring a variety of clinical expertise to support our clients with different needs. You may choose a therapist that is a best fit for you or we can have our clinical team help you match with a therapist.
Phyllis Wai Ng
Registered Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist, Canadian Certified Counsellor, Clinical Supervisor
Phyllis has over 15 years of clinical experience. Her areas of focus – include depression, anxiety, relationship issues, OCD, BPD, and parenting, etc. Phyllis has made numerous appearances on radio, television, and in newspaper articles. Phyllis speaks English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Pamela Li
Registered Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist, Professional Art Therapist
Pamela focuses on helping her clients explore and build on their inner strengths and potential to lead an enhanced quality of life. Her specialities include depression, anxiety, stress, grief, self-esteem, life transitions, trauma and PTSD, etc. She speaks English and Mandarin.
(Euphy) Ying Chor Chiu
Registered Psychotherapist
Euphy has over 15 years of clinical experience in the mental health field. Her areas of focus include depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), stress management, trauma, relationship issues, transition in life, adolescent issues, parenting, ADHD, pre-marital and marital counselling. Euphy speaks English, Mandarin, and Cantonese.
Michelle Lo
Registered Psychotherapist, Certified EFCT Therapist
Michelle has extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), which focuses on helping disconnected couples and families regain connection. She supports clients to restore relationship to bring emotional and physical healing. Michelle speaks English and Cantonese.
Miranda Cheung
Registered Social Worker
Miranda supports clients to manage behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges through strength-based approach. She has a solid forensic knowledge of the Canadian Criminal Justice System and Mental Health. Miranda speaks English and Cantonese.
(ChrisB) Liyan Liu
Registered Psychotherapist, Art Therapist,
EMDR Therapist
ChrisB specializes in the psychodynamic approach in her therapy practice. Her experience includes working with vulnerable children, youth, and adults who have suffered from anxiety, grief, life transition, substance abuse, stress, marginalized, homelessness, Trauma, PTSD, and social injustices. ChrisB speaks English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
Alana Sham
Registered Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist
Alana uses a person-centred approach to meet clients where they are at, to normalize the idea that the problems clients experience is valid, and that there is hope for things to improve. She is a therapist who draws on several therapy approaches (e.g., EMDR, EFT, SFT). Alana is fluent in English and proficient in Cantonese.
Maggie Yim
Registered Psychotherapist, Certified EFIT, EFCT and EFFT Therapist, Certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator
Maggie’s approach is client-centred and grounded in empathy, compassion, and non-judgment. Her areas of specialty include depression, anxiety/panic attacks, stress, self-esteem, negative thinking, sleep issues, grief and loss, trauma/PTSD, cultural adjustment, life transitions, work-related issues, anger management, low energy/motivation, as well as couple and family relationship. Maggie is fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English.
Ivan Wong
Registered Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist
Ivan has comprehensive training in EFT for couple counselling, CBT/IPT for mental health problems, IFS and EMDR for trauma treatment, and GRM for helping grievers to deal with the pain of their profound emotional loss. Ivan has a proven track record of helping individuals and couples address their emotional and relationship issues. Ivan speaks English and Cantonese.
Kenny Lo
Registered Social Worker
Kenny has extensive experience in the mental health field for the past 15+ years. He is compassionate and uses a holistic approach to provide therapy to individuals with mental health challenges and developmental trauma. Kenny is fluent in English and Cantonese.
Karie Ma
Registered Psychotherapist,
Registered Social Worker
Karie has over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health. Her areas of focus are anxiety, depression, stress management, life transitions and adjustments, self-esteem, relationship issues, parenting, grief, and aging. Karie speaks Cantonese and English.
(Joyce) Man Chung Chu
Registered Psychotherapist, Canadian Certified Counsellor, Hong Kong Registered Counselling Psychologist
Joyce specializes in supporting children and families through psychodynamic play therapy, strength-based, and trauma-informed individual psychotherapy. Her specialties include learning difficulties, interpersonal issues, parenting concern, self-esteem, life transitions, stress, and anxiety. Joyce speaks English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Youstina Iskander
Registered Psychotherapist
Youstina’s area of focus is working with adolescents and adults dealing with anxiety, ADHD, depression, stress management, trauma and relationship issues. She uses evidence-based approaches including CBT, SFBT, and Person-Centred Therapy to help empower clients to create positive change in their lives. Youstina’s goal is to help clients learn how to overcome their obstacles and become the person that they want to be.
Matthew Mascioli
Registered Psychotherapist
Matthew is interested in counselling teens and adults of all ages dealing with substance abuse issues, depression, anxiety, loss, and other issues/mental health afflictions. Person-centred care is at the core of Matthew’s philosophy as a burgeoning mental health care clinician. Matthew also leans on tenets from the Strength-Based therapeutic modality as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
(Laird) Yu Tian Zhou
Registered Psychotherapist
Laird provides compassionate facilitation from a multicultural, anti-oppression, trauma-informed, client-centered, and strength-based framework, striving to help clients rediscover their strength and resilience during challenging times. His areas of focus include anxiety and depression, distress tolerance, interpersonal and family relationships, focus and attention, procrastination and goal planning, life transition issues and stress management, cultural and 2SLGBTQ+ identities, men’s issues, and trauma.
Registered Psychotherapist
Janette is a compassionate, culturally-sensitive, and trauma-informed therapist who walks with clients on their personal growth journey to health and wholeness. Working from an attachment lens, she focuses on youth and adults and how to make sense of distressing emotions so that they can be empowered to react differently. Her primary approaches include EFT, DBT, IFS, and CBT. She speaks English and French.
Tzu-Jung Chen
Registered Psychotherapist, Canadian Certified Counsellor
For over 12 years, Tzu-Jung has worked with youth, young adults, and their families as a psychotherapist, providing person-centered, trauma-informed, and strength-based treatment. Tzu-Jung believes in the healing power of human connections, meaningful conversation, and creativity. She applies evidence-based therapy approaches to encourage skill-learning, promote curiosity, and cultivate self-compassion. Tzu-Jung speaks fluent English and Mandarin.
(Lenny) Yu Pak Sum
Registered Social Worker, Certified Focusing Trainer
Lenny has nearly 20 years of experience working in the mental health field. He has extensive training in various therapeutic approaches, including the Satir Model, the Focusing Approach, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). His areas of focus include depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, parenting, caregiver stress, and relationship issues. Lenny is fluent in English and Cantonese.
Registered Social Worker
Cherie devotes her practice to supporting youth and families from a holistic, strength-based, and client-centered approach. Over the past 10 years, her areas of focus have included depression, anxiety, stress management, emotion control, suicide/ self-harm, parenting, learning difficulties, self-esteem, and interpersonal relationships. Cherie is fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Sandra Fusco
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Sandra is committed to helping clients create meaningful change and lead fulfilling lives. With over 20 years of experience as a high school teacher, she has worked closely with families and youth from diverse backgrounds. Sandra specializes in supporting individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, family conflict, emotional distress, codependency, and narcissistic abuse. Her primary therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, and SFT. Her practice is also informed by grief, shame, and trauma-sensitive therapy, ensuring a compassionate and tailored approach to each client’s needs. Sandra speaks English fluently and is proficient in Italian.
Christina Chan
Registered Social Worker
Christina worked in community mental health agencies for over 15 years. Her area of focus includes children and adult mental health issues, such as behavioural issues, depression, anxiety, stress management, life transitions, academic transitions, self-esteem, divorce, trauma / PTSD, relationship issues, adolescent challenges, parenting support, ADHD, immigration stress, and more. Christina speaks fluent English, Cantonese, and some Mandarin.
“The Positive Thinker Sees the Invisible, Feels the Intangible, and Achieves the Impossible.”
– Winston Churchhill
How it works
There are various evidence-based approaches to treat different mental health issues. Positive Minds Psychotherapy Services will pair you with a trained mental health professional who will use a particular approach or blend elements from different approaches and tailor your treatment according to your needs. You can expect to spend some time discussing situations and challenges in your life, then you and your therapist will choose an approach or a combination of different approaches to therapy that best fits your specific situation.Our Therapists’ Approaches
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- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Narrative Therapy (NT)
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution- Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Location
Address:
Howland Green Business Centre
200 Cachet Woods Court, Unit 220
Markham ON
L6C 0Z8
The office is located on the north side of
16th Avenue and east side of the HWY 404.
Free parking is available outside of the building.
Contact us:
Tel: 647-643-5800
Fax: 416-800-4148
Email: intake@positiveminds.ca
Office hour:
Monday to Friday: 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Evening and weekend appointments available by request.