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Margarita Iarovaia
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Margarita is an eclectic therapist who meets her clients where they are at. She is also a certified clinical trauma specialist and a certified cognitive behavioural therapist. She believes challenging the way you think in therapy is necessary for growth and isn’t hesitant to ask difficult questions. She has experience working with children and youth, and speaks Russian and English. Outside of therapy, she is an avid yogi and loves music.
My experiences and interests give me a unique understanding of…
- Immigration
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Divorce
- Trauma
- Grief
- Loss of Friendships
- Routines and Habits
- Sexuality
- Pleasure
- Mindfulness
- Faith
- Setting Boundaries
- Change
- War
- Russophobia
- Sense of belonging
- Boundary setting
My cultural or ancestral background is…
- Born in Russia
- Immigration to Canada in 1999
- Growing up in an Eastern European Household
- An understanding of Collectivist Cultures
- Living abroad in both Europe and Asia
My work as a therapist is inspired by (not limited to)...
My clients describe me using words like…
- Honest
- Empathetic
- Kind
- Compassionate
- Encouraging
- Motivating
- Spicy
- Patient
- Approachable
- Trustworthy
- Knowledgeable
- Supportive
- Warm
Expertise
Areas of Focus
Identity
Relationships
Trauma
Sex therapy
Abuse (Sexual, Physical, Verbal)
Boundaries and boundary setting
Building Self-Care Routines
Dating challenges
Relationship anxiety
Sexual issues
Sexuality
Trauma processing
Understanding & Regulating Emotions
Mindfulness
My clients often self-identify as…
- New to Therapy
- Multicultural
- Young adults
- Young professionals
- Individuals ready for change
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Parents
- Adolescents
I’m the right therapist for you if…
- You want a therapist who blends empathy and understanding with a direct, tailored approach
- You want a therapist who understands the balance between compassion and constructive challenge
- you want to engage in a dialogue, not just me talking at you or vice versa
- you need encouragement and support
- You struggle with navigating complex family dynamics or cultural identity challenges.
- You want to do EMDR therapy
- You like to practice skills in the session
- You’re looking for trauma-informed care that focuses on strengths and healing at your pace.
- You struggle with self-care skills and identifying your strengths
- You want to build a mind-body connection
- You want to build meaningful relationships, both intimate and social
Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Inner Child Work
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Motivational interviewing (MI)
Exposure Therapy
Eclectic
Parts Work
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Self-Compassion
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Mind-Body Connection
Psychodynamic Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Somatic and Body Awareness
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If we work together you can expect to feel...
- Confident
- Challenged
- Empowered
- Encouraged
- Warm
- Motivated
- Safe
- Secure
- Capable
- Ready
- Soft
- Supported
Served Populations
LGBTQ2IA+
Teens (13-17)
Adults (18+)
Practice Details
Service Offerings & Rates
Initial Consultation (15 min)
Free
Individual Therapy (60 min)
Sliding scale offered on case by case basis
Couples Therapy (60 min)
Sliding scale offered on case by case basis
During your free consultation, we'll go over...
- What brings them to therapy
- Why this moment in their lives
- What would let them know therapy is working (What differences do you want to see in your life?)
- Any general background information
- My skills, certifications, and therapy styles
- Any questions you may have for me
If we work together you can expect me to…
- Check in with how your body is feeling
- Use humour
- encourage activities and exercises outside of the session
- Create a safe, non-judgmental space
- Help you gain clarity
- Support you in building tools and strategies
- Encourage self-compassion
- Explore your values and goals
- Foster resilience and confidence
- Provide guidance for improving relationships
- Celebrate your growth
- Respect your individuality
- Challenge you when needed
Insurance & Benefits Coverage
Coverage depends on the insurance plan. Check with your provider to see if your plan covers one of the listed designations.
Registered Psychotherapist
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Schedule
Monday - 8am-6pm
Tuesday - 8am-8pm
Wednesday - 8am-8pm
Thursday - 8am-8pm
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Hamilton Therapy Collective, 185 Young Street, Hamilton, ON, L8N 1V9
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Education
Yorkville University
Masters of Arts: Counselling Psychology (MACP)
2021
Ryerson University
Bachelor of Arts - Child and Youth Care, Double Minor: Psychology & Sociology
2017
Certifications
EMDRIA
EMDR Trained
2025 - In Progress
Awareness Integration Institute
Awareness Integration Therapy (AIT)
2022
Arizona Trauma Institute
Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist - Individual (CCTS-I)
2021 (ongoing)
The Priority Academy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Coach Practitioner
2021
Languages
English, Russian
Contact
Margarita