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Bina Persaud
Accepting Clients + Offers Free Consultation

Bina Persaud

Registered Psychotherapist

  • $160/session
  • In Person Sessions in Pickering, ON
  • Virtual Sessions across Canada

Meet Bina

My experiences and interests give me a unique understanding of…
  • Coming from an ethnically diverse background and having lived in multiple multicultural communities, bringing broad awareness of how mental health concerns can present across different ages, cultures, and life experiences.

  • Approaching each individual without judgment and recognizing that every person’s story and needs are unique.

  • Committing to learning collaboratively when experiences or challenges are unfamiliar, in order to best support client goals in a meaningful and effective way.

  • Bringing both personal and professional familiarity with therapy, different therapeutic modalities, and community and social support systems.

  • Drawing on lived experience that has included navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, family dynamics, abuse, identity-related struggles, bullying, and emotional distress.

  • Using these experiences to strengthen empathy, understanding, and the ability to recognize the depth and complexity of client experiences.

  • Maintaining a clear understanding that each client’s journey is individual, while tailoring support to their specific needs, strengths, and goals.

My cultural or ancestral background is…
  • Indo-Caribbean (Guyanese Background).

  • Grown up in a Hindu household, but transitioned to a Christian way of life.

My clients describe me using words like…
  • Supportive

  • Understanding

  • Non-judgmental

  • Easy to talk to

  • Relatable

  • Down-to-earth

  • Open-minded

  • Accepting

  • Compassionate

  • Empathetic

  • Warm

  • Approachable

  • Real / authentic

  • Collaborative

  • Respectful

  • Patient

  • Safe

  • Not intimidating

  • Human / “gets it”

  • Trauma-aware 

  • “Has lived experience” 

  • “Shares personal understanding appropriately” 

  • “Feels like they’ve been through things too” 

Expertise

Areas of Focus

Specializations

  • General Mental Health
  • Life transitions
  • Mental performance

By category

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
My clients often self-identify as…
  • Anxious or always overthinking.

  • Depressed or just not okay lately.

  • Burnt out or exhausted all the time.

  • Sensitive or too sensitive.

  • Different or don’t fit in anywhere.

  • Struggling to cope or barely holding it together.

  • Lost or confused about life.

  • Trauma survivor or have been through a lot.

  • Neurodivergent.

  • People pleaser.

  • Angry but don’t know why.

  • Emotionally overwhelmed or everything feels like too much.

  • Hurt or carrying stuff from the past.

  • Disconnected or numb.

I’m the right therapist for you if…
  • You want someone who provides a non-judgmental space where you can show up as you are without needing to “perform” or explain yourself perfectly.

  • You want someone who understands emotional intensity and supports those who feel overwhelmed, sensitive, or easily dysregulated.

  • You want someone who works comfortably with you who have complex histories, including trauma, family stress, bullying, or identity-related struggles

  • You want someone who communicates in a down-to-earth, accessible way that makes therapy feel less intimidating and more human.

  • You want someone who adapts approach to neurodivergent clients (e.g., ASD/ADHD traits) by using structure, clarity, and flexible pacing.

  • You want someone who helps clients who feel “different” or misunderstood, feel seen without pathologizing their identity.

  • You want someone who collaborates with clients rather than directing them, supporting autonomy and personal meaning-making.

  • You want someone who recognizes that each client’s experience is unique and avoids one-size-fits-all approaches.

  • You want someone who supports clients who have previously felt dismissed or invalidated by offering steady emotional attunement and reflection.

Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Addictions Counselling
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-Based
  • Biopsychosocial Model
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  • Culturally Competent
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
  • Dream Therapy
  • Emotion-Focused Approach
  • Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT)
  • Family Systems Therapy
  • Goal Focused Therapy
  • Grief Therapy
  • Inner Child Work
  • Mind-Body Connection
  • Mindfulness
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Parts Work
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Walk & Talk Therapy
  • Walk Therapy
If we work together you can expect to feel…
  • A gradual sense of relief over time as we explore challenges together and work toward processing and moving through them in a supported way.

  • An increased sense of safety within yourself as we identify and build on your strengths to support confidence and self-trust.

  • A growing sense of self-compassion and warmth as you develop a more supportive and accepting relationship with yourself.

  • Protected by a secure and confidential therapeutic space, guided by professional standards, where what is shared is treated with care, respect, and privacy.

Populations Served

  • Children (≤12)
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teens (13-17)
  • Adults (18+)

Practice Details

Service Offerings & Rates

  • Initial Consultation
    Free
  • Individual Session
    $160
  • Couples Session
    $190
  • Family Session
    $220
During your free consultation, we’ll go over…
  • Any questions or concerns you may have about starting therapy.

  • Any personal information you wish to explore we will have time for a more in depth consult/assessment in our first session.

If we work together you can expect me to…
  • Keep your goals, priorities, and overall wellbeing at the centre of our work at all times.

  • Work to ensure sessions feel safe, respectful, and comfortable for you to express yourself openly.

  • Adapt my approach to meet your individual needs, communication style, and pace so you can speak freely without pressure or judgment.

  • Regularly check in with you to ensure our work is meeting your expectations and aligned with what you need from therapy.

  • Xupport a collaborative space where your feedback is welcomed and used to shape the direction of our work together.

  • Remain attentive to your progress and adjust interventions as needed to best support your growth and goals.

Insurance & Benefits Coverage

Coverage depends on the insurance plan. Check with your insurance provider to see if your plan covers one of the listed designations.

  • Registered Psychotherapist

For insurance purposes, this therapist’s home province is Ontario.

In Person Sessions

In Person Location 1

1600 15th Sideroad, Zancor Centre, King City, ON, L7B 1A3, Canada

In Person Location 2

6031 Hwy 7, Markham Village Library, Markham, ON, L3P 3A7, Canada

Virtual Sessions

AlbertaBritish ColumbiaManitobaNew BrunswickNewfoundland & LabradorNova ScotiaNorthwest TerritoriesNunavutOntarioPrince Edward IslandQuebecSaskatchewanYukon Territory

Eligible provinces and territories are highlighted in green.

  • Alberta
  • British Columbia
  • Manitoba
  • New Brunswick
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Northwest Territories
  • Nova Scotia
  • Nunavut
  • Ontario
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Quebec
  • Saskatchewan
  • Yukon

More Info

Education

  • Yorkville University

    Masters of Counselling Psychotherapy · 2024

  • McMaster University

    Bachelors of Social Psychology · 2021

Certifications

  • PESI

    Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist · 2024

Languages

English

Booking FAQ

Does Bina offer direct billing with my insurance? Or how does payment work?

First Session charges each session directly to your credit card. Once each session occurs and your card is charged, you’ll receive a PDF receipt by email with all the details you need to get reimbursed (therapist name, designation, license number, address, etc.). You can then submit the receipt to your insurance company for reimbursement if you have coverage. We always recommend checking your coverage with your provider before booking.

How do I know if Bina is a good fit?

You are the expert when it comes to knowing who’s the right fit. Watch the therapist’s video at the top of their profile and see whether the message and energy resonate. If you feel drawn to speak with them, listen to your gut — booking a free consultation is a great first step to assess fit.

What if I see no available times to book a session?

If the therapist is listed as accepting clients and you see no available times, it’s likely they haven’t updated their availability (sorry about that!). In this case, you can to see what times they have available.

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