Hello, my name is Dr. Etti Daskal, Psy.D., C.Psych., and I am a registered Psychological Associate affiliated with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO). I am passionate about helping individuals achieve optimal well-being through evidence-based practices, personalized care, and a collaborative approach. My therapeutic work draws primarily on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Prolonged Exposure (PE), and I treat depression, anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), relationship difficulties, and life crises. I have recently completed formal training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which I integrate into treatment when clinically appropriate. In addition, I provide neurodiversity affirming assessments, including ADHD and autism (ASD), and support individuals and families in understanding and navigating neurodivergent profiles.

Services

• Comprehensive psychological assessments
• Individual therapy for trauma, depression, anxiety, and PTSD
• ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessments
• Development of individualized treatment plans
• Therapy sessions via video or phone

Therapy Modalities

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): A value-driven approach promoting psychological flexibility and mindful action.
• Prolonged Exposure (PE): a trauma focused therapy that helps individuals gradually and safely confront trauma related memories and situations to reduce fear and avoidance.
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): a structured therapy that uses bilateral stimulation to help the brain reprocess traumatic memories so they become less distressing and more adaptively integrated.

Areas of Focus

• • Depression and anxiety management
  • Trauma recovery and PTSD treatment
  • Grief processing
  • Life transitions and interpersonal difficulties
  • ADHD assessments and treatment planning

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessments 

Credentials

• Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.): California Southern University (2024)
• Diplom-Psychologie: Clinical and Health Psychology, Johannes-Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany (2010)
• Master of Arts in European Studies & Cognitive Studies: Hebrew University, Israel (2007)
• Bachelor of Arts in German Language and Literature: Hebrew University, Israel (2005)
• Registered Psychological Associate with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO)

Professional Experience

With extensive experience in both private and hospital settings, I have developed expertise in conducting assessments and implementing effective treatments for a wide range of clinical conditions. These include depression, anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), relationship issues, and life crises. I have also worked with diverse populations, including students in school environments and individuals from various cultural backgrounds.

Professional Development

• EMDR Training (Barbara Horne, 2025)
• Autism Summit (Pearson, 2025)
• ADOS-2 Clinical Training (2025)
• ADHD Summit (Pearson, 2024)
• ACT for Grief and Loss & Brief Interventions (Psychwire, 2022)
• ACT for Anxiety and Depression (Psychwire, 2021)
• Motivational Interviewing Training (2022)