Mahroo Amini is a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology candidate at Yorkville University (expected completion August 2026), bringing a strong academic foundation in psychology, specialized training in gerontology, and dedicated experience supporting individuals facing mental health challenges and cognitive impairments. She holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Psychology from York University (2021), where she graduated Cum Laude and earned Dean’s Honour Roll recognition in 2019, 2020, and 2021. Mahroo is a motivated and compassionate mental health professional committed to supporting client well-being through effective, accessible, and client-centred care.

Mahroo is an effective and compassionate communicator skilled in supporting individuals facing emotional and psychological challenges. She has engaged in client-centred support for older adults with dementia, emphasizing dignity, autonomy, and improved quality of life. She is a collaborative team player with experience working alongside supervisors and peers to deliver inclusive, client-centred care. Mahroo is a passionate mental health advocate committed to reducing stigma and promoting early intervention and awareness. She possesses strong critical-thinking and analytical skills in challenging settings and demonstrates a solid academic foundation in psychology, with specialized coursework in mental health and therapeutic approaches.

Services

• Individual counselling and psychotherapy
• Support for individuals with dementia and cognitive impairments
• Mental health advocacy and psychoeducation
• Crisis support and intervention
• Case conceptualization and treatment planning
• Cultural diversity counselling

Therapy Modalities

• Client-Centered Therapy
• Humanistic Therapy
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Trauma-Informed Care TF-CBT
• Evidence-Based Therapeutic Interventions
• Holistic and Integrative Approaches
• Mindfulness-Based CBT
• Psychoeducation and Skill-Building

Areas of Focus

• Mental health and well-being
• Older adult mental health and gerontology
• Dementia and cognitive impairment support
• Trauma and emotional challenges
• Anxiety and depression
• Early intervention and prevention
• Cultural diversity and inclusion
• Social inclusion and community engagement
• Activities of daily living and therapeutic programming
• Holistic care and individualized treatment
• Interpersonal communication and relationship challenges
• Crisis intervention and emotional support
• Grief and loss
• Life transitions and adjustment
• Women’s mental health

Credentials

• Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (Candidate) – Yorkville University, Online Asynchronous (May 2024 – Present, Expected Completion 2026)
• Social Service Worker (Gerontology) Diploma (Incomplete) – Seneca Polytechnic, King City, ON (September 2023 – April 2024)
• Bachelor of Arts with Honours – Psychology – York University, Toronto, ON (September 2015 – April 2021)