Biography

Magdalena Karakehayova

Magdalena Karakehayova

M.Sc., RP

M.Sc., RP

Meet Magdalena

Meet Magdalena

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Bio

Bio

Hey there! I'm Magdalena, but people also call me Maggie. Picture me as your personal guide, here to help you navigate life's twists and turns with clarity, resilience, and a sprinkle of humor along the way.

Hey there! I'm Magdalena, but people also call me Maggie. Picture me as your personal guide, here to help you navigate life's twists and turns with clarity, resilience, and a sprinkle of humor along the way.

Credentials

Credentials

Master of Science in Couple and Family Therapy, University of Guelph - 2021

Honours Bachelor of Science in Biology with a Double Major in Biology and Psychology, University of Toronto- 2017

Master of Science in Couple and Family Therapy, University of Guelph - 2021

Honours Bachelor of Science in Biology with a Double Major in Biology and Psychology, University of Toronto- 2017

Modalities

Modalities

  • Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)

  • Systemic Therapy / Family Systems

  • Attachment-Based Therapy

  • Narrative Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy(CBT)

  • Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT)

  • Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)

  • Systemic Therapy / Family Systems

  • Attachment-Based Therapy

  • Narrative Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy(CBT)

  • Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT)

Areas of Focus

Areas of Focus

  • Anxiety & stress disorders

  • Depression & mood-related concerns

  • Relationship issues (including romantic, familial, and interpersonal)

  • Communication & attachment difficulties

  • Family conflict & parenting challenges

  • Adolescent emotional well-being

  • Self-esteem & identity concerns

  • Relationship with self &self-compassion

  • Life transitions & adjustment challenges

  • Anxiety & stress disorders

  • Depression & mood-related concerns

  • Relationship issues (including romantic, familial, and interpersonal)

  • Communication & attachment difficulties

  • Family conflict & parenting challenges

  • Adolescent emotional well-being

  • Self-esteem & identity concerns

  • Relationship with self &self-compassion

  • Life transitions & adjustment challenges

Working With Me

Working With Me

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Explore and Understand

In our sessions, we’ll explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences to uncover the roots of your challenges. By connecting the past to the present, we’ll identify patterns that no longer serve you and begin to rewrite the story you’ve been living. This deep, reflective work creates space for clarity, insight, and meaningful change.

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Partner in Change

I'm not just your therapist—I’m your collaborator, your support system, and your biggest cheerleader. Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship struggles, or questions of identity, I'm here to help you feel seen and heard. Together, we'll create actionable strategies to help you grow and thrive.

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Tailored Tools for Transformation

Every journey is unique, and so is my approach. I draw from a range of therapeutic methods—including Emotion-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems—to meet you where you are. We’ll use the right tools at the right time to help you break free from old patterns and step into a vibrant, empowered life.

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Need some more information? We’d love to hear from you!

We’re ready to help. Just provide your details in the form, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible with the answers that you need.