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Godfrey Benjamin
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Godfrey Benjamin

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

  • He/Him
  • $110/session
  • In Person Sessions in Toronto, ON
  • Virtual Sessions in Ontario
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Meet Godfrey

My experiences and interests give me a unique understanding of…

  • What it's like to grow up with survivor's guilt over being unable to save a loved one.

  • How living as a 2nd generation child of immigrants brings to light the balance between the community while attempting to build my own story.

  • Living with a low-income single parent and assuming adult responsibilities while navigating post-secondary education.

  • Building resilience and a life worth living in circumstances that society tends to look away from.

My cultural or ancestral background is…

  • 2nd generation Tamil who was born in Canada.

My clients describe me using words like…

  • Gentle and warm

  • Discerning

  • Invested

  • Asks a lot of questions.

  • Interested in their lives.

  • Authentic

  • Calm and collected

Expertise

Areas of Focus

Specializations

  • Self-esteem
  • Grief and Loss
  • Harm Reduction

By category

  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety and Stress Management Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional regulation
  • General Mental Health
  • Understanding & Regulating Emotions
My clients often self-identify as…

  • People who feel left out of society.

  • Older adults that are exhausted from the complexities of life.

  • Individuals who grew up under invalidating environments.

  • People who are shy and want to connect with others.

  • People who are looking for nuance in a world of black or white.

I’m the right therapist for you if…

  • You're feeling overwhelmed with expectations about how to live a good life.

  • You are new to therapy and have a distrust over the process.

  • You've lost touch with the best parts of yourself and want to find that again.

Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach

  • Eclectic
  • Addictions Counselling
  • Biopsychosocial Model
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Self-Compassion
  • Person-Centered
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Harm Reduction Therapy
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
If we work together you can expect to feel…

  • Safe when bringing up vulnerable parts of yourself.

  • Empowered to understand different perspectives.

  • True to yourself and how you work with the world around you.

Populations Served

  • Adults (18+)

Practice Details

Service Offerings & Rates

  • Initial Consultation
    Free
  • Individual Session
    $110Sliding scale offered on case by case basis
During your free consultation, we’ll go over…

  • What your priorities are and how my approach can work with you.

  • The resources that helped you in your life.

  • How we fit together in the journey of therapy.

If we work together you can expect me to…

  • Support you in identifying the best parts of yourself, and using those parts to make sense of the world around you.

  • Hold space for the parts of you that are hard to bring out in the world.

  • Create a space that is safe for you to explore yourself in depth, without judgment.

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 (Qualifying)

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

In Person Sessions

In Person Location

344 Bloor Street West, Suite 304, Toronto, ON, M5S 3A7, Canada

Virtual Sessions

Ontario

Eligible provinces and territories are highlighted in green.

  • Ontario

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Education

  • Toronto Centre for Psychotherapy and Counselling Education

    Certificate of Psychotherapy · 2025

  • Durham College

    Addictions and Mental Health Graduate Certificate · 2018

  • University of Toronto Scarborough

    Honours Bachelor of Science - Mental Health Studies · 2017

Certifications

  • ASIST Certification · 2025

  • LifeWorks

Languages

English

Booking FAQ

Does Godfrey 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 Godfrey 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.

Can I contact Godfrey before booking an appointment?

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