Rachel Shen (she/her)

MSW Intern

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  • MSW, University of Toronto, 2026 expected

    • AEDP

    • Attachment-based

    • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

    • Culturally Sensitive

    • Experiential Therapy

    • Internal Family Systems

    • Psychodynamic

    • Relational

    • Somatic

    • Trauma Focused

  • What personal qualities help you in your role as a therapist? Curiosity, empathy, patience, and openness to all kinds of experiences are the parts of myself I rely on most as a therapist. I bring a thoughtful, attuned presence into the therapy room, and I strive to meet clients where they are with respect and understanding.

    Where do you draw inspiration from?
    I used to work with people who were facing complex mental health challenges in the clinical and criminal justice settings. My approach to practice is largely inspired by their resilience and the mentors who’ve guided me. I also draw insights from my own experience as an ESL newcomer to Canada, which keeps me aware of how cultural backgrounds deeply shape our lives and healing journeys.

    What’s something small that’s brought you joy recently? Recently, joining a local run club has brought me a lot of joy. Running alongside others has given me both a sense of community and a playful reminder to celebrate small steps of progress.

Offering unlimited sessions at $80 from September 2025 - April 2026. Contact our office here to work with her.

Area of Expertise

Services Offered

  • Free 15 minute phone consultation

  • Individual therapy

  • Virtual Therapy: Weekdays and evenings across Ontario

About Rachel

Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, especially if you’re used to holding it all together for others. My goal is to make that step easier by creating a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported. I’m completing my Master of Social Work at the University of Toronto and am practicing as a student therapist under the supervision of Amanda Neves, RSW.

My background includes supporting people through relationship struggles, moments of self-doubt, and the stress that comes with navigating big life transitions. In our sessions, we’ll not only explore the “why” behind what feels hard, but also practice new ways of relating to yourself and others. This might mean learning how to quiet your inner critic, understanding your attachment patterns, or finding tools to bring more calm and balance into your day.

I especially welcome students, young professionals, and those from immigrant or international backgrounds who may be navigating questions of identity, belonging, or family expectations. Whether you’re managing anxiety, feeling burnt out, or noticing the same patterns repeating in your relationships, therapy with me offers a place to pause, reflect, and move toward change that feels lasting and meaningful.