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Tanya Lerra
Tanya Lerra is a Registered Social Worker who takes a holistic, client-centered approach focused on the mind–body connection and nervous system awareness. She believes many struggles stem from unmet safety needs and that understanding physiological responses can reduce shame and fear. Guided by deep respect for each person’s pursuit of wellbeing, Tanya helps clients slow down, cultivate curiosity, and reconnect with their authentic selves. Clients can expect a safe, non-judgmental space where emotional and psychological safety are prioritized. She has a special interest in anxiety, survival responses, and helping clients move out of fight-or-flight into growth and self-understanding. Tanya warmly invites you to explore therapy as a place where you can share your truth without guilt or shame.
- Living through life transitions and periods of stress, anxiety, depression and grief.
- How past and present relationships and attachment patterns shape and influence us.
- Importance of mind-body connection and integration of all parts.
- Italian-Canadian.
- Rooted in a family who immigrated with very little, and built everything through dedication and sacrifice. This shaped my appreciation for work ethic and resilience, while also deepening my awareness of how cultural and societal expectations, norms and pressures influence mental health and continue to shape our daily lives.
- Comforting
- Supportive
- Compassionate
- Understanding
- Curious
- Attentive and Attuned
- Trustworthy
Expertise
Areas of Focus
- People navigating stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief/loss, shame/guilt.
- People navigating challenging life issues or transitions (related to family, relationships, career, parenting)
- You are seeking a safe, collaborative, compassionate space to explore your authentic self.
- You value curiosity, self-awareness, and want to deepen your understanding of your self, inner parts and mind-body connection.
- You are looking to explore how relationships, career, and external stressors are impacting your well-being.
- You want to understand how your nervous system has evolved to shape your responses, emotions, and physiological states, and influences your relational patterns and sense of safety.
Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach
- Safe, validated, supported and understood.
- Grounded, curious, and connected to your authentic self.
- Empowered and develop greater insight and clarity about your internal world, and external life.
Populations Served
Practice Details
Service Offerings & Rates
- What is bringing you to therapy?
- Your needs, goals, and how I can help.
- Any questions or concerns.
- Deciding together if moving forward feels right.
- Next steps (scheduling, fees, pace, etc.)
- Be dedicated, attentive, listen deeply, hold space for your authentic self, and validate your truth.
- Support your journey by working alongside you, with curiosity, compassion, and respect for your experiences.
- Help you explore challenges, discover insights, develop skills, and access tools to influence change.
- Assist in integrating past and present parts of yourself, and the learning they bring.
Insurance & Benefits Coverage
Schedule
In Person Sessions
Virtual Sessions
More Info
Education
University of Windsor
Master of Social Work
2015
York University
Hon. Psychology Degree
2009
Certifications
Anger Management Certificate
2026
Self-Esteem & Authenticity Specialist Certificate
2025
Healing Trauma Training
2024
Polyvagal Theory Training
2024
Languages
Booking FAQ
First Session charges each session directly to your credit card. Once each session occurs, and your card is charged, you will receive a PDF receipt to your email with all of the details you will need to get reimbursed (therapist name, license/designation, license number, address, etc). You can then submit the receipt to your insurance company for reimbursement if you have coverage.
We always recommend you check with your insurance provider to confirm what coverage you have.
You are the expert when it comes to knowing who is the right fit. Ensure you’ve watched the therapist video at the top of their profile and see if you get a good feeling from the message and the energy they are putting out. If you feel drawn to speak with them, listen to your gut! Booking a free consultation is a great first step to asses fit.