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Halyna Polityka
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Halyna Polityka

Registered Psychotherapist

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Meet Halyna

My cultural or ancestral background is…

  • Canadian-born with European (Ukrainian) ancestry.

  • Second-generation daughter of immigrants.

My clients describe me using words like…

  • Safe and patient

  • Empathetic and passionate

  • Challenges me

  • Professional

  • Direct

  • Keeps me focused

  • Goal-oriented

Expertise

Areas of Focus

Specializations

  • Trauma
  • Stress
  • Addiction

By category

  • Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal)
  • Trauma
  • Grief and Loss
  • Childhood trauma
My clients often self-identify as…

  • Professionals

  • New Parents 

  • Type A personality, high functioning, motivated. 

  • Children of immigrant parents. 

  • Couples 

  • Someone who has tried to improve or reach their goal(s) on their own but realizes they need support.

  • New to therapy and wanting guidance. 

  • Having tried therapy and didn't meet their goals/needed more direction or didn't mesh well with the clinician.  

I’m the right therapist for you if…

  • You want to discover the roots of where things are coming from as well as working in the present and what you need moving forward.

  • You want to be build new skills and are open to trying new things.

Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach

  • Addictions Counselling
  • Attachment-Based
  • Art Therapy
  • Behavioural Therapy & Relapse Prevention
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Family Systems Therapy
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Strength-Based
  • Self-Compassion
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Mindfulness & Meditation
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Play Therapy
  • Relational Therapy
  • Trauma-Informed
  • Somatic and Body Awareness
  • Holistic Psychotherapy

Populations Served

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

Practice Details

Service Offerings & Rates

  • Initial Consultation
    Free
  • Individual Session
    $190
  • Couples Session
    $240
During your free consultation, we’ll go over…

  • What you can expect in the first few session.

  • My therapy style and approach and see if we're a good fit.

  • Answer any questions you may have about the process.

If we work together you can expect me to…

  • Name, track, and follow up with you on your goals

  • Offer tools right from the start.

  • Challenge and keep you accountable.

  • Check in with you frequently and adjust my approach based on what’s working and what’s not.

  • Provide research-based information and resources upon your request.

  • Help you build sustainable habit.

  • Let you know if you're being unfair to yourself.

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.

Virtual Sessions

AlbertaBritish ColumbiaManitobaNewfoundland & LabradorNorthwest TerritoriesNunavutOntarioSaskatchewanYukon Territory

Eligible provinces and territories are highlighted in green.

  • Ontario
  • British Columbia
  • Alberta
  • Saskatchewan
  • Manitoba
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Yukon
  • Northwest Territories
  • Nunavut

More Info

Education

  • University of Toronto

    Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy · 2020

  • Durham College

    Addictions and Mental Health Graduate Certificate · 2016

  • Western University

    Bachelor of Arts, Honours Double Major in Psychology and Criminology · 2015

Certifications

  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1 & 2

  • The Gottman Institute · 2021

  • Emotion-Focused Therapy Level 1

    Dr. Jeanne Watson · 2020

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

  • Kinark Child and Family Services · 2018

  • Theraplay Level 1

  • The Theraplay Institute · 2018

  • Sexual Assault and Behaviour Trauma Training

  • CHIMO Crisis Services · 2017

  • Integra Mindfulness Martial Arts Certification

  • Child Development Institute · 2017

  • Brief Narrative Training

  • Windz Institute · 2017

  • Cultural Competence Series

    Children's Aid · 2016

  • Find me on LinkedIn for more.

Languages

English, Ukrainian

Booking FAQ

Does Halyna 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 Halyna 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 Halyna before booking an appointment?

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