Arabic-Speaking Therapists in Mississauga
You Don’t Have to Translate How You Feel
Some things are easier to say in Arabic. Our therapists speak Arabic, so you don’t have to search for the right English words. Many of them were newcomers once. You can speak freely, and they listen, in Arabic.
Many people worry about being judged for going to therapy, or what family might think. Everything you say to your therapist is private. It stays between you and them. If you want more privacy, you can also meet with your therapist online, from home, safely and securely.
Cost should not stop you from getting help. We offer lower fees based on income, and free therapy through the Region of Peel’s CARE grant* for newcomers, low-income residents and people receiving OW or ODSP.
Moving to a new country can be hard. You may be starting over, missing family, or feeling pressure to seem okay when you’re not. Our therapists work with Arabic-speaking and newcomer families every day. They understand, and they will not judge you.
Anxiety, depression, grief, family problems, parenting stress, relationship issues, whatever it is, you can bring it here.
If your Christian faith is important to you, our therapists can include it in your sessions. If not, that’s okay too. Everyone is welcome here, no matter what you believe.
This might be a good fit if:
- You want to talk in Arabic, not English
- You’re afraid of what people might think if they knew
- Money has stopped you from calling before
- You’re new to Canada and everything feels like too much
- You’re not sure therapy is for you, and you want to talk about that first
If none of these fit exactly, call us anyway at 905-214-7363. Our intake team will help you figure out what you need, no pressure, no commitment.
Book with an Arabic-Speaking Therapist
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Why You Can Trust Cornerstone
Qualified, accountable care.
Every therapist on our team holds a Master’s degree and is registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). That means real training and real accountability, not just someone offering advice.
Expert clinical oversight.
Our Clinical Director, Father Pishoy Wasfy, holds both a PhD and a Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy (DCP). He personally reviews the clinical work across our team, so the quality of your care doesn’t depend on which therapist has an opening.
Rooted in your community.
Cornerstone has served Mississauga and Peel Region since 2010. Our therapists work with Arabic-speaking and newcomer families every day.
Your privacy is protected.
Everything you share in therapy is confidential, by law, for every registered psychotherapist in Ontario.
Our Arabic-Speaking Therapists
You’ll be matched with one of eight Arabic-speaking therapists on our team. Browse their profiles below, or let our intake team help you find the right fit.
Karoline Boles
RP (Qualifying), MACP
Emad Awadalla
RP (Qualifying), OCT
Samir Girguis
MDiv, RP, RMFT
Father Botrous Philopos
MDiv, RP, MFT
Father Kyrillos Fakhouri
RP (Qualifying), MDiv · Online only
What It Costs, and How We Make It Work
Our regular fee is $170 for a standard 50 to 60 minute session. But we also know that cost is often the thing that stops you from reaching out, so we’ve built in options that make therapy work for your budget. See all of our affordable therapy options.
The CARE grant is designed for Peel Region residents who receive financial support from OW (Ontario Works) or ODSP (Ontario Disability Support Program) or are newcomers living on a low income. You may qualify without realizing it. Fill out the form or call 905-214-7363 to learn more.
*Funding is provided with appreciation through the Connection, Acceptance, Resource, and Empowerment (CARE) Program Grant, with recognition to the Peel Region.
Easy to Get Started
We match you with a therapist.
Our intake team confirms your language preference and asks about what you’re dealing with, then matches you accordingly.
You attend your first session.
A real conversation. You’re not committing to anything beyond that first meeting.
Common Questions
Can I request to work entirely in Arabic?
Yes. Let our intake team know your preference, and they’ll match you with a therapist who can conduct the full session in Arabic.
Is online therapy available in Arabic?
Yes. All of our Arabic-speaking therapists offer online sessions, and Father Kyrillos Fakhouri sees clients online only.
Do you offer faith-integrated counselling in Arabic?
Yes, if you’d like. Our therapists can include your Christian faith in your sessions. If not, that’s okay too, everyone is welcome here, no matter what you believe.
We just moved to Canada. Is therapy still relevant for us?
Yes. Starting over in a new country is hard in ways that are difficult to explain to someone who hasn’t done it. A therapist who understands migration can help you make sense of it, in Arabic if that’s easier, without judgment. If you’d like to read more, see our posts on Anxiety in Newcomers to Canada and Mental Health Barriers for Immigrants and Refugees.
Is free therapy available to newcomers?
Often, yes. The Region of Peel’s CARE grant offers free counselling to Peel Region residents who are newcomers, living on a low income, or receiving OW or ODSP. Being a newcomer doesn’t change your eligibility on its own, and many people qualify without realizing it. Call 905-214-7363 and we can check for you.
How do I request an Arabic-speaking therapist?
You don’t need to, the forms on this page are already set to that preference. If you’d rather call, just mention it and our intake team will take it from there.
What if I’m not sure therapy is right for me?
That’s a perfectly reasonable place to start. Call us for a free 15-minute consultation, no session required. We’ll talk through what’s going on and help you decide whether therapy makes sense for you. There’s no obligation.