Emotions feel bigger
Your child may be having a harder time settling, naming what they feel, or getting through moments that used to feel more manageable.
Child and youth therapy
Start with what you have noticed.
Three Registered Psychotherapists (Qualifying) at Anchor & Bloom work with children and teens. Natalie sees children from age 5, Shima works with children and teens, and Nicole sees children from age 6. You do not need a diagnosis or a polished explanation before reaching out. A change in behaviour, big feelings, school stress, or tension at home can be enough to begin a conversation.
- Clinicians
- Natalie Besharat, Shima Tavasoli, and Nicole Lerman
- Registration
- All three are Registered Psychotherapists (Qualifying) with CRPO
- Ages
- Children from age 5, teens, adults, and families, depending on clinician
- Languages
- English, Farsi/Persian, Hindi, and Urdu, depending on clinician
- Individual sessions
- 50 minutes, $160
- Family sessions
- Ask about the appropriate clinician, format, and current fee
- Formats
- Online across Ontario; in person in Mississauga with Natalie
- Consultation
- Free 15-minute virtual or phone consultation
For parents and caregivers
You can begin with the part that feels hardest right now.
Something has shifted
Behaviour, school, routines, or family relationships may have changed. You can start by describing what you are seeing, without deciding what it means first.
You have practical questions
It is reasonable to ask about age, fit, family involvement, current service options, and what to book before choosing an appointment. Our guide toquestions worth asking before child therapycan help you prepare.
Child and teen therapy team
Three clinicians, with different ages, languages, and areas of focus.
Start with the details that matter to your family. A free consultation can help confirm fit before you choose a paid session.
Shima Tavasoli
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CRPO #20331
Children, teens, and adults. Areas include anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, ADHD and neurodivergence, OCD, family concerns, cultural identity, immigration, and life transitions.
English, Farsi/Persian, Hindi, and Urdu. Online across Ontario and in person in Mississauga.
Natalie Besharat
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CRPO #23041
Children from age 5, teens, adults, and families. Areas include emotional regulation, behaviour, school stress, trauma, grief, addiction, family conflict, anxiety, and self-esteem.
English. Online, telephone, and in person in Mississauga.
Nicole Lerman
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CRPO #23348
Children from age 6, teens, adults, and families. Areas include anxiety, emotional regulation, self-esteem, social confidence, school concerns, executive functioning, neurodivergence, parenting, and life transitions. Work with children may include games, art, movement, and role-play.
English. Online across Ontario and in person in Mississauga.
Before you book
Questions are part of finding the right fit.
What is the youngest age the team sees?
Natalie's minimum client age is 5 and Nicole's is 6. Shima works with children and can discuss age and fit during the consultation.
Will a parent or caregiver be involved?
That can depend on the child's age, needs, and the service being considered. Ask the practice how family involvement works before choosing an appointment. Our guide explainswhat parent involvement in child therapy may look like.
What are the current fee and session options?
Individual psychotherapy with these clinicians is $160 for 50 minutes. Family service, appointment length, and format can vary, so confirm the right option during the consultation.
Does the practice provide assessment or diagnosis?
No. These clinicians provide psychotherapy. They do not provide psychological assessment, diagnosis, or medication.
A first step without perfect words
Meet the right clinician before choosing a session.
Book a free 15-minute consultation, or contact the practice if you are unsure which clinician fits.