Dr. Niusha Ghazban is a Registered Psychotherapist (R.P.) With over a decade of combined clinical, research, and teaching experience, Dr. Ghazban brings a unique blend of scientific rigour and compassionate care to her therapeutic practice.

Dr. Ghazban’s therapeutic approach is client-centred, evidence-based, and culturally sensitive. She is dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to work toward their therapeutic goals. Whether you are struggling with chronic pain, recovering from trauma, managing anxiety or depression, coping with addiction, or seeking support during a difficult life transition, Dr. Ghazban offers comprehensive, compassionate care tailored to your unique needs.

Services

• Individual psychotherapy and counseling
• Chronic pain management and psychotherapy
• Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) psychological assessments and treatment
• Trauma-informed therapy and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) treatment
• Mood disorders treatment (depression, major depressive disorder)
• Anxiety disorders treatment (generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety)
• Addiction and substance use disorder treatment and recovery support
• Opioid use disorder treatment (heroin, prescription pain medication addiction)
• Stress management and coping skills training
• Relaxation therapy and stress reduction techniques
• Sleep disturbances and insomnia treatment
• Interpersonal relationship difficulties
• Self-help resource development and psychoeducation

Therapy Modalities

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
• Trauma-Informed Care TF-CBT
• Psychoeducation and Skills Training
• Mindfulness-Based Interventions
• Clinical Interviewing and Diagnostic Evaluation

Areas of Focus

• Chronic pain management and psychological distress
• Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) trauma and recovery
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Mood disorders (depression, major depressive disorder)
• Anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety)
• Addiction and substance use disorders
• Stress management and emotional regulation
• Sleep disturbances and insomnia
• Interpersonal relationship difficulties
• Domestic violence and abuse
• Acculturation and immigration challenges
• Refugee mental health
• Coping skills development (visualization, self-talk, emotion regulation)
• Cognitive and social-emotional functioning in children and adolescents
• Mindfulness and relaxation training
• Self-help and psychoeducation

Credentials

Professional Registration:

• Registered Psychotherapist (R.P.), College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) – January 2019–Present

Education:

• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Psychology – Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University), Toronto, Ontario (September 2009–October 2013)
• Master of Arts (M.A.) in Psychology – Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University), Toronto, Ontario (September 2007–August 2009)
• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Honours in Psychology – McMaster University