Rashed is currently accepting in-person & virtual clients.

Registered Social Worker

Rashed Afif

Registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers - Registration # 833373

He/him pronouns

When you need a safe space to land and process the unimaginable, Rashed will be there. Grief is complex and complicated, and Rashed will meet you exactly where you are and help guide you through it. His approach is gentle and person-centered, always meeting you with compassion and honouring what you need in that moment to heal.

From personal loss and bereavement, to grief related to life changes and identity shifts, to larger scale mourning as we navigate difficult global, political, and ecological times, Rashed creates a space where you can unpack the intricacies of your experience, and helps you begin to rebuild meaning and connection.

In addition to grief work, Rashed’s kind and attentive approach is also amazing for helping you navigate identity shifts, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and interpersonal or workplace conflicts.

Rashed’s care is culturally responsive and respects diverse backgrounds and experiences. He can offer therapy in English and Farsi and he looks forward to helping you move forward.

An interview with Rashed

  • My journey through personal challenges and leadership roles showed me how powerful it is to have compassionate support during difficult times. Becoming a therapist allowed me to combine my clinical training, leadership experience, and passion for helping others into meaningful work that supports healing and growth.

  • We can’t always control what life gives us, but we can choose how we respond. With the right tools and support, it’s possible to move from surviving to thriving.

  • “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” – Viktor Frankl

  • I’m a proud parent of two young kids who remind me daily about patience, humor, and resilience.

Treatment areas
Rashed works with individuals aged 18+

  • Grief, bereavement, and loss

  • Identity shifts

  • Major life transitions

  • Anxiety and panic attacks

  • Burnout

  • Depression

  • Stress

  • Leadership pressure and workplace stress

  • Career planning and role transitions

  • Anger management

  • Interpersonal Conflicts

  • Relaxation and sleep difficulties

  • Self-Esteem

  • Personal Growth

Therapy modalities

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Narrative Therapy

  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Education and training

  • Master of Social Work
    University of Windsor, 2017-2019

  • Honours Bachelor of Science in Psychology
    York University, 2009-2013

  • International Medical Graduate
    Herat University, 2008

  • Certificate in Trauma Healing & Conflict Resolution
    Eastern Mennonite University, 2009

  • Certificate in Non-Profit Leadership, Strategy & Change
    University of Toronto, 2023

  • • Emotional Focused Family Therapy

    • Motivational Interviewing

    • Mental Health First Aid

    • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

    • Trauma Care

    • Anti-Racism Practices

Rates

Standard session fee: $155
Sliding scale range: $100-$140

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