Mairin has weekday & evening openings this month
Meet our therapists
Mairin Clarke
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) · CRPO #19938
Sees: Preteens, teens, adults, and first responders & healthcare workers- Free 15-minute consultation
- In person in Oakville or virtual in Ontario & select provinces
Hi! I’m Mairin Clarke, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). My journey into becoming a psychotherapist actually started with my own experience in therapy as a client. I struggled during high school, and my therapist played a huge role in helping me through that difficult time. That experience stayed with me and ultimately inspired me to want to do the same for others.
I’m a therapist because, at my core, I’m a curious person who finds people and their lives so interesting. It deeply fulfils me to make a meaningful emotional and psychological impact on someone’s life while also creating meaningful relationships along the way. I also really enjoy learning, and I love that I get to learn so much from my clients, their different walks of life, occupations, experiences, and perspectives.
What Is It Like Working With Me?
Working with me can look like crying when life takes an unexpected turn and feeling supported while having the space to really feel that emotion. It can also look like thoughtfully working through a big decision that you’ve been avoiding, or sometimes learning coping skills to help you manage anxiety or stress.
I’ll be there with you through all of the emotions and support you in navigating a life that feels authentic to you and aligned with your values and goals. I’ll certainly make you feel heard and validate your feelings, but I’m also not afraid to challenge you when I notice you slipping back into old patterns that we’ve worked hard to change.
Ready when you are. Let’s talk.
A free 15-minute consultation is the easiest first step. Book online in a minute, or give us a call.
Areas of Focus
- ADHD, executive functioning & neurodivergence
- Anxiety, panic & excessive worry
- Emotional regulation & anger
- First responder & healthcare worker mental health
- Intrusive thoughts & anxiety
- Men’s mental health
- OCD
- Relationships, attachment & dating concerns
- Self-esteem, perfectionism & people-pleasing
- Stress, burnout & major life transitions
I Can Also Help With…
- Boundaries, assertiveness & communication
- Chronic illness, chronic pain & disability
- Depression, low mood & emotional numbness
- Friendship difficulties, bullying & loneliness
- Grief, loss & bereavement
- LGBTQIA+ mental health & identity
- School stress, academic pressure & school avoidance
- Self-harm & suicidal thoughts
- Supporting family members affected by addiction
- Trauma & emotionally harmful relationships
- Women’s mental health
- Work, career & performance stress
Therapeutic Approaches and Modalities
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Solution focused
- Somatic therapy/ mindfulness
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
I don’t expect you to know which approach you need. I draw from different modalities based on your concerns, preferences, goals and what feels most helpful to you.
Education and Professional Credentials
- Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
- Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO #19938)
Outside the therapy room
Get to Know Me
- What’s your go-to comfort show?
- Shameless or Vampire Diaries - team Fiona and team Damon
- What’s one thing that instantly improves your mood?
- A walk outside or a comfort meal, some good salmon sushi or a grilled cheese and soup perhaps
- What’s your favourite way to spend a Sunday?
- Cleaning and organizing AND finishing a yummy homemade dinner with friends/ family
- What was your dream job as a child?
- Veterinarian, I’ve always loved animals but going to medical school.. Not so much
- What’s one thing currently on your bucket list?
- I really want to try scuba diving! I’ve always loved swimming and aquatic life is fascinating to me!
- What’s your most-used emoji?
- Either the hands in the shape of a heart or the laughing face!
Free 15-minute matching call
Not sure who to see? We’ll match you.
Finding the right fit matters more than finding the perfect words. Answer two quick questions and book a free consultation; we’ll point you to the therapist who suits what you’re looking for.
Quick guide to our team
Who works with what, at a glance.
| Couples | Michaela, Megan |
| Preteens | Mairin, Michaela |
| Teens | Mairin, Michaela, Megan (16+), Katarina |
| Families & parenting | Michaela, Megan, Katarina |
| OCD & intrusive thoughts | Mairin, Megan (ERP: Mairin) |
| Eating disorders & body image | Megan, Katarina |
| Trauma & PTSD | Mairin, Megan, Katarina |
| ADHD & neurodivergence | Mairin, Michaela, Megan |
| Men’s mental health | Mairin (a particular focus), Michaela, Megan, Katarina |
| First responders & healthcare workers | Mairin, Megan, Katarina |
| Anxiety, stress & self-esteem | All four of us |
Not on the list? Ask us in your free consultation.
Our team
Meet the rest of the team
Katarina
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Sees: Teens, adults, families, and first responders & healthcare workers
Mairin, Michaela & Megan have weekday & evening openings this month.
Ready when you are. Let’s talk.
A free 15-minute consultation is the easiest first step. Book online in a minute, or give us a call.