Maimoona Batool

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Maimoona Batool

Clinical Director & Founder

Registered Psychotherapist. Canadian Certified Counsellor. 

RP. CCC. MACP. BScN. RN. ENC(C) 

Being a parent is one of the most rewarding yet challenging roles in life. Parenting, relationships, and life’s challenges.. it all can feel overwhelming. 

Some days, you feel like you’re holding everything together; other days, the weight of your child’s struggles, relationship stress, and personal responsibilities feels like too much. Whether you're a parent navigating your child's emotional outbursts and anxiety, a couple struggling with connection, or a family dealing with trauma and conflict, I see you. I understand because I’ve been there.

As a therapist and a single mother of three, I know firsthand how hard it is to manage life’s demands while wanting the best for your children, your relationships, and yourself. You want to be patient, present, and emotionally available, but when stress piles up, it’s easy to feel exhausted and disconnected. The truth is, you don’t have to go through this alone. Support is here.

With over 15 years in healthcare, I specialize in working with children, adolescents, parents, couples, and families, creating a compassionate and trauma-informed space where healing and growth can happen. I integrate play therapy, EMDR, art-based therapy, and creative modalities to help children express emotions, develop coping skills, and build resilience. But my work isn’t just about children—I also help parents navigate the complexities of raising a family, support couples in strengthening their relationships, and guide families through difficult transitions.

Relationships—whether with your children, partner, or family—require care, communication, and emotional safety. If you’re feeling disconnected, struggling with unresolved conflicts, or experiencing the strain of life’s transitions, therapy can help. I work with couples to rebuild trust, improve communication, and deepen emotional intimacy. I also support families in understanding one another, healing from past hurts, and creating healthier dynamics.

At our clinic, we offer flexible scheduling, including evening appointments, to make therapy accessible for children, adolescents, couples, and families. If you or your loved ones are struggling, you don’t have to face it alone.

Let’s take the next step together—reach out today to start your journey toward healing, connection, and lasting change.

Maimoona's Area's of Focus:

Specialities

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Child & Adolescent Mental Health
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship difficulties
  • Communication issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress Management
  • Chronic Pain
  • Grief & Bereavement 
  • Parenting
  • Anger Management

Therapeutic Modalities

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Emotionally-Focussed Therapy (EFT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), techniques
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS), informed
  • Play Therapy

Maimoona's Training & Expertise

More than 15 years experience in the nursing field working in a hospital setting, including Emergency Medicine, Forensic Nursing, Pediatrics, Intensive Care Unit, Critical Care Units, Palliative Care & Mental Health Wards.

  • Play Therapy for Children, Adolescents, and Adults
  • Art Therapy: Creative Interventions for Kids with Trauma, Anxiety, ADHD, and More
  • Anger Management for Kids and Teens
  • DBT Skills Training for Children & Adolescents
  • Child & Adolescent Anxiety Treatment Professional Certification
  • Psychotherapy with Teens
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Proficiency Course
  • Depression and Mood Disorders Certification
  • Advanced Grief Counselling Certification
  • Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention Certificate
  • Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB)
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
  • Emergency Nursing Certification (ENC)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) [Level HCP]
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy for Traumatized Individuals
  • Management of Aggressive Behavior
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • Certified Anxiety-Informed Professional
  • Helping Anxious Families: Active Tips and Common Traps to Avoid
  • Trauma Counselling for Mental Health Professionals
  • Being Trauma Aware
  • Intro to Play Therapy
  • Play Therapy History, Models & Process
  • Ethical Practice in a Play Therapy Setting
  • Assessments & Treatment Planning in a Play therapy Context 
  • Family Play Therapy
  • Non-Directive Play Therapy and Filial Therapy 
  • Attachment Theory and Therapy in a Play Therapy Setting 
  • Theraplay as a Play Therapy Mode 
  • Using Sandtray in Play Therapy 
  • Storytelling in a Play Therapy 
  • Brain Research and Child Development in a Play Therapy Setting 
  • Understanding and Treating Anxious Children using Play Therapy 
  • Understanding Traumatized Children and Applying Play Therapy Tools in the Treatment of Trauma in Children 
  • Play Therapy with Physically, Emotionally & Sexually Abused Children 
  • Creating an Inclusive and Culturally Competent Play Therapy Practice 
  • Treating Disruptive Behaviour Problems in a Play Therapy Setting 
  • Play Therapy for Children and Families - Coping with Loss 
  • Puppetry in a Play Therapy Setting 
  • Case Application with Play Therapy 
  • Play Therapy with Adults 
  • Art Therapy in a Play Therapy Setting 
  • Group Therapy in a Play Therapy Setting 
  • Vicarious Trauma and Self Care in a Play Therapy Environment 
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing 

Education & Specialization

Education

Masters in Arts of Counselling Psychology– Yorkville University- 2023

Bachelors in Science of Nursing – Ryerson University- 2009

Specializations:

Play Therapy  – Canadian Association of Play Therapy 

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained  – EMDR Consulting

Clinical Traumatologist Certification – In Training

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