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Shuting Dai

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) (#14213)

Language: English/Mandarin (普通話)

Areas of Specialty

  • Navigating cultural adjustments and transitions

  • Coping with anxiety, depression, and emotional regulation

  • Supporting career transitions/job search stress

  • Building self-esteem and confidence in career development

  • Supporting individuals with intergenerational trauma and cultural identity exploration

  • Managing life transitions, including moving to a new country or changing careers

  • Assisting with stress, burnout, and work-life balance

  • Helping individuals explore community resources for additional support

Lived Experience

I grew up in China and moved to Canada as a teenager. As a first-generation immigrant and neurodivergent individual, I understand the challenges of adjusting to a new culture and managing multiple identities and expectations. These experiences shape my compassionate approach to therapy, especially in supporting those navigating transitions, cultural identity, and emotional complexities. I bring a deep understanding of these challenges and aim to provide a supportive, non-judgmental space for you.

Personal Journey on Healing and Growth

Having faced my own mental health struggles, I understand the pain and confusion that often accompanies these experiences. I believe in healing through self-compassion and finding strategies and beliefs that works well for further self-growth, and I strive to offer a safe and empathetic environment for clients to explore their own journeys. Your growth and well-being matter, and I am here to support you with both understanding and practical tools.

My style is empathetic, collaborative, and client-centered

I aim to create a comfortable and respectful space where you can feel heard and understood. I believe in building strong connections with clients and respect the unique challenges you may be facing. I am committed to ongoing learning and strive to be compassionate toward both my clients and myself throughout our work together.

I incorporate a variety of of therapeutic approaches tailored to meet your needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). I also integrate grounding techniques and solution-focused strategies to help you develop coping skills and build resilience. My goal is to help you build up your personalized strategy toolbox to manage anxiety, stress, and life’s challenges.

Book a 20 min free consult with Shuting

I have completed a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (with Honours) from Yorkville University and am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (#14213). I am also a Canadian Certified Counsellor and a professional member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (#11244686).