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Victoria Brandolisio BSW, RSW
Victoria Brandolisio is a Registered Social Worker with over ten years of clinical experience supporting children, youth, adults, and families. She works with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, chronic pain, depression, grief, and adjustment related concerns, including recovery after motor vehicle accidents.
Her approach is structured, steady, and collaborative. Victoria helps clients understand how trauma and stress affect both the nervous system and daily functioning, while building practical tools for emotional regulation and long term change. Sessions focus on clear goals, measurable progress, and pacing that feels manageable.
Clients often choose Victoria when they want therapy that is grounded, professional, and focused on meaningful movement forward.
If you are looking for consistent, thoughtful support and a therapist who balances compassion with direction, booking a session is the next step.
Victoria Brandolisio is a Registered Social Worker with over ten years of clinical experience sup... Read More
Sarah Elizabeth Hogg MSW, RSW, BSW with Honours
Sarah Hogg-Silva is a Registered Social Worker with over 22 years of experience supporting children, youth, adults, and families. She works with parenting stress, separation and divorce, neurodivergence, family conflict, and emotional overwhelm.
Sarah has extensive experience in child welfare, family systems, and support for at risk youth. She helps parents managing complex needs, children requiring structured emotional support, and adults navigating major family transitions.
Her approach combines Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, strength based practice, mindfulness, and crisis counselling. Sessions focus on practical tools, emotional regulation, and steady problem solving that fits your real life.
Sarah is fluent in English and Spanish and brings cross cultural experience from work in Canada and the United States. Clients often choose her when they want experienced, family informed guidance that is structured, calm, and solutions focused.
If family stress or parenting challenges feel unmanageable, booking a session is a direct step toward steadier ground.
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Sam Rafati RP, MSW, RSW
Sam Rafati is a Registered Psychotherapist with a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and clinical training from York University. He provides individual therapy for adults facing anxiety, depression, addiction concerns, relationship strain, and major life transitions.
Sam has particular insight into identity stress, immigration experiences, and the pressures faced by first generation Canadians. He offers therapy in English and Persian and works with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
His approach is collaborative and evidence based, focused on reducing distress, strengthening coping skills, and improving clarity in decision making. Sessions balance emotional exploration with practical strategies you can apply outside of therapy.
Clients often choose Sam when they want culturally responsive care delivered with steadiness, respect, and clinical direction.
If you are ready to work through anxiety, identity stress, or relationship challenges, booking a session is a constructive next step.
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Amy Robak
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Amy Robak is the Care Team Intake Coordinator at AERCS Therapy. She is often your first point of contact and guides you through the booking and intake process from start to finish.
Amy helps you clarify your needs and connects you with a therapist who fits your concerns, preferences, and availability. She answers questions about services, explains next steps, and ensures the process feels organised and manageable.
With a background as a Child and Youth Worker and Youth Addictions Worker, Amy understands the emotional weight that often comes with reaching out. She focuses on clear communication, timely responses, and thoughtful referrals.
Clients appreciate Amy’s calm, responsive approach and her commitment to making the first step into therapy feel straightforward.
If you are unsure where to begin, starting with intake is the simplest next step.
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Mrs. Brenda Royer
Brenda Royer is the Care Team Intake Coordinator for AERCS Therapy in Toronto. She is your first point of contact and guides you through the intake and booking process with clarity and care.
Brenda takes time to understand what brings you to therapy and helps match you with a therapist who fits your needs, preferences, and goals. She explains how services work, answers questions, and ensures your privacy and confidentiality are respected at every step.
With a strong background in customer service, Brenda brings organisation, responsiveness, and attentive listening to the intake process. Clients value her calm, respectful approach and clear communication.
If you are ready to begin therapy but unsure where to start, connecting with intake is the most direct first step.
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Gloria Segovia MSW, RSW, RP, SSW, BSW, SFBT, BA
Gloria Segovia is a Senior Therapist at AERCS Therapy and a Registered Social Worker and Registered Psychotherapist. She has over fifteen years of clinical experience working with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, addiction, relapse prevention, personality related concerns, and couples counselling.
Gloria is trained in EMDR through an EMDRIA approved provider and holds Gottman Method certification Levels 1, 2, and 3. Her work integrates EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and harm reduction approaches.
She provides therapy in English and Spanish and works with children, youth, adults, families, and couples. Her background includes both private practice and hospital based care. She also supervises Master of Social Work students and qualifying psychotherapists in her role as Clinical Director.
Clients often seek Gloria when they want experienced, structured therapy for trauma, complex cases, or relationship repair. Sessions balance clinical depth with clear goals and practical progress.
If you are looking for senior level expertise and evidence based treatment, booking a session is a strong next step.
Gloria Segovia is a Senior Therapist at AERCS Therapy and a Registered Social Worker and Register... Read More
Christian & Gloria Zappulla & Segovia MSW, RSW, RP OCSWSSW: 824908 CRPO:00750
Christian Zappulla is a Child and Youth Worker with the Toronto District School Board and an accredited ASIST Master Trainer. He works with children, youth, and families facing emotional, behavioural, academic, and safety related concerns.
Christian supports young people experiencing anxiety, emotional dysregulation, school stress, disability related challenges, and involvement in foster care or group home settings. His work focuses on safety, skill development, and practical strategies that strengthen confidence and daily functioning.
Trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Christian provides structured, developmentally informed support that helps children and youth build emotional regulation, communication skills, and resilience.
Families often choose Christian when they want steady, experienced guidance for complex or high need situations, especially when safety and behavioural concerns are present.
If your child or teen needs structured and supportive care, booking a session is a clear next step.
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