
Ayana Henry (She/Her)
BA, CYC, MACP, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Counsellor's Gender:
Woman
Ethno-Racial Identity:
Black
Welcome, I’m glad you’re here!
Life can be challenging, and no one should carry the weight of these experiences alone. You deserve to be heard, and I am here to support you.
As someone who has attended therapy, I recognize the various emotions you may be feeling as you consider reaching out for support. I acknowledge the level of vulnerability you are bringing into the room, and I am committed to holding a safe space for you.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the CRPO. I hold a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. I have also obtained an Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and an Advanced Diploma in Child and Youth Care.
My approach to counselling is client-centred, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, culturally sensitive, and strengths-based. During our sessions, I will draw from various therapeutic modalities. Healing looks different for everyone, and my therapeutic approach will be tailored to best suit your needs.
I am passionate about working with survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual violence. I also have lived experiences in both areas. I enjoy working with people of varying gender identities, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.
I aim to empower you to make meaningful changes to your life and provide you with empathetic and compassionate care. I invite you to show up as your authentic self as we navigate your healing journey together.
If anything I’ve shared here speaks to you, please reach out to book a free consultation. I am available for both in-person and telehealth services.

Communities Served
Black Individuals, Persons with Disabilities

Approximate Wait Time
1-3 Days
Therapist Session Availability
Weekdays, Daytime - 9:00am - 1:00pm, Weekdays, Daytime - 2:00pm - 5:00pm, Weekdays, Evening - 5:00pm - 9:00pm, Weekends, Daytime - 9:00am - 1:00pm, Weekends, Daytime - 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Locations
You need your Unique Client Identification Number (UCIN) and approved sessions in order to book sessions with this counsellor. If you don’t have this information, contact a Care Navigator here before reaching out to this counsellor.
200 Matheson Blvd West, Suite 202, Mississauga, Ontario, L5R 3L7
Accessibility
Ramp/Accessible Entry, Elevator/Main Floor Office, Automatic Doors, Accessible Restroom, Accessible Parking, Scent-Free Environment, Minimal Ambient Noise, Service Animals Permitted
My practice at a glance
1.5 Year(s) of Experience
Available both in-person and online

Age Group Served
Adolescents (12-17), Adults (18+)
Array
(
[0] => Abuse
[1] => Acute Incident / Stressor
[2] => ADD / ADHD
[3] => Anti-Black Racism
[4] => Anxiety
[5] => Anxiety - Social
[6] => Anxiety and Depression
[7] => Anxiety and Panic Attacks
[8] => Anxiety and Stress
[9] => Aphobia, Biphobia, Homophobia, Queerphobia, Transphobia
[10] => Assertiveness
[11] => Bipolar Disorder
[12] => Body Image
[13] => Bullying - At School
[14] => Bullying - In the Workplace
[15] => Communication
[16] => Depression
[17] => Discrimination
[18] => Discrimination Based on Disability
[19] => Emotion Regulation
[20] => Family Dysfunction
[21] => Gender Dysphoria
[22] => Gender Transition
[23] => General Wellbeing / Wellness
[24] => Group Therapy
[25] => Harassment
[26] => Issues Related to Being in Conflict with the Law
[27] => Low Self-esteem and Self-confidence
[28] => Microaggressions
[29] => Moral Injury
[30] => Navigating Colonized Environments
[31] => Panic Attacks
[32] => Personal Growth
[33] => Personality Disorder
[34] => Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
[35] => Racism
[36] => Relationship Problems
[37] => School Problems
[38] => Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
[39] => Self Harm
[40] => Self-Esteem and Identity Issues
[41] => Sexual Issues
[42] => Social Skills Development
[43] => Stress
[44] => Stress - Occupational Injury
[45] => Stress Management / Relaxation
[46] => Systemic Discrimination
[47] => Trauma
[48] => Violence
)
Conditions Treated
Abuse, Acute Incident / Stressor, ADD / ADHD, Anti-Black Racism, Anxiety, Anxiety - Social, Anxiety and Depression, Anxiety and Panic Attacks, Anxiety and Stress, Aphobia, Biphobia, Homophobia, Queerphobia, Transphobia, Assertiveness, Bipolar Disorder, Body Image, Bullying - At School, Bullying - In the Workplace, Communication, Depression, Discrimination, Discrimination Based on Disability, Emotion Regulation, Family Dysfunction, Gender Dysphoria, Gender Transition, General Wellbeing / Wellness, Group Therapy, Harassment, Issues Related to Being in Conflict with the Law, Low Self-esteem and Self-confidence, Microaggressions, Moral Injury, Navigating Colonized Environments, Panic Attacks, Personal Growth, Personality Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Racism, Relationship Problems, School Problems, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self Harm, Self-Esteem and Identity Issues, Sexual Issues, Social Skills Development, Stress, Stress - Occupational Injury, Stress Management / Relaxation, Systemic Discrimination, Trauma, Violence
Language Spoken
English

Therapeutic Approaches
Attachment, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Emotion-focused Therapy (EFT), Existential/Humanistic, Family Systems, Feminist, Integrative, Interpersonal Relationships, Narrative, Patient Centered, Solution-focused Therapy (SFT), Trauma Focused or Trauma-informed Approaches

Gender Identity
Woman
Ethno-Racial Identity
Black
Religion and Spiritual Affiliation
No religious affiliation
Lived Experiences
2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous, Black and Racialized, A Member of a Racialized Community, A Member of a Marginalized Community
Locations
You need your Unique Client Identification Number (UCIN) and approved sessions in order to book sessions with this counsellor. If you don’t have this information, contact a Care Navigator here before reaching out to this counsellor.
200 Matheson Blvd West, Suite 202, Mississauga, Ontario, L5R 3L7
Accessibility
Ramp/Accessible Entry, Elevator/Main Floor Office, Automatic Doors, Accessible Restroom, Accessible Parking, Scent-Free Environment, Minimal Ambient Noise, Service Animals Permitted