T3: The Therapy Trifecta

We did it! Our first workshop success exploring self-care...next? November 22 - save the date!

T3: Who are we? LEILA SHENOUDA Leila has worked as a registered nurse for the last 14 years in acute cancer care. Working with people and their families during some of the most vulnerable moments of life is what has given her an incredibly intimate appreciation of what people are faced with each and every day. She is inspired to learn more, to become more, and to be able to offer more to people in the realm of personal support and discovery. For Leila, Gestalt is the door th...at has opened up this possibility both personally and professionally, and she is honoured to now be seeing clients as a therapist in training, while completing her 5th and final year of the psychotherapy training program at the Gestalt Institute of Toronto. Leila’s clients seek support around various challenges such as depression, anxiety, endings, expectations, difficulty in relationships, and feelings of overwhelm, loneliness, being stuck, and in transition. Leila completed a Diploma of Nursing from Centennial college and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree from Ryerson University. Her professional experiences include a variety of roles from direct clinical practice to leadership, all of which have peaked her interest in learning how organizations function optimally and stay healthy. Leila has a particular interest in supporting healthcare professionals, organizational wellness, and preventing caregiver burnout. Leila is also the proud mother of 2 wonderful children Zephan and Tatianna, who amaze each day and fill her heart with so much love.

T3: Who are we? KATIE MEAD Katie is an ex-musician, non-profit advocate, expat of the corporate world, avid runner and eternal student. She is also a sister, friend, daughter and mother of an amazing 12 year-old. Having trained and worked as a professional opera singer for 10 years, Katie is a graduate of the Glenn Gould Professional School of Music and holds undergraduate degrees in music and psychology, as well as a Masters in Opera Performance. Having always been passionat...e about the not-for-profit sector Katie first worked in fund development for a number of NPOs (arts/non-arts- related) before transitioning from fundraising to corporate sales (arts, travel, luxury sectors). Katie has lived and travelled all over the world most notably with years in Spain and Japan, and is currently based in Toronto. Katie works with clients on an array of issues, focusing on depression, anxiety, grief and loss.

T3: Who are we? MICHELLE HANNAH Michelle is completing her fifth year of study in the training program at The Gestalt Institute of Toronto. As a therapist in training, Michelle sees clients one-on-one for psychotherapy, with a focus on depression and anxiety. Michelle has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in photography from Ryerson University and a Master's degree in Communication and Culture from Ryerson and York University. ... Currently Michelle manages an independent pet store and spends her free time with her giant, abundantly cheerful American Bulldog Frankie and her gently affectionate cat Tilly.