Irene Canepa
Psychological Associate (SP)
M.A., C.Psych. Assoc. (Supervised Practice)
Irene is dedicated to empowering clients on their journey to authenticity and well-being. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she provides specialized, trauma-informed psychotherapy and psychological assessments for clients of all ages. Irene has extensive experience treating anxiety, depression, and trauma, and is especially passionate about helping individuals connect with their most authentic selves.
*Services available in English and Spanish
Right For You If
You would benefit from bilingual therapy (English or Spanish) to process complex emotions
You want deeper insight into your patterns, relationships, and emotional life
You value authenticity, collaboration, and LGBTQ+ and cultural sensitivity in therapy
You’re seeking a safe, supportive space to explore your authentic self
Areas Of Support
Women’s mental health
Gender and sexual diversity
Trauma recovery (including childhood trauma, sexual abuse and domestic violence)
Anxiety and depression
Psychoeducational assessments
ADHD Assessments
Gifted Assessments
Social-Emotional Assessments
Support for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults
Professional Focus and Approach
Irene believes that trauma processing is most effective in the language in which the wounds occurred, allowing for deeper emotional connection and healing. She provides psychological assessments with a deep appreciation for the complexities faced by English learners and immigrant students navigating the school system. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, Irene is committed to providing sensitive, affirming care to all clients, and particularly values supporting individuals navigating issues of identity, belonging, and self-acceptance.
Specializations
With a strong foundation and practical experience in psychodynamic therapy, Irene draws on her training in Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) ( from the University of Toronto OISE, as well as Humanistic-Experiential modalities, to support emotional healing and self-acceptance. She adopts an empathetic, evidence-based approach tailored to each client’s unique needs. Her research on sexism, gender bias, and intimate partner violence informs her client-centred, trauma-sensitive therapeutic style.
Education and Experience
Irene’s training in psychology began in Argentina, where she gained a culturally informed perspective through a wide range of clinical roles. She has presented at the International Research Congress of the School of Psychology at the National University of La Plata, Argentina, and published with the American Psychological Association in her role as a research assistant, reflecting her commitment to advancing knowledge in mental health and therapeutic practice.
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