John Switalski, Student Therapist

Hi, I’m John!

If you’re navigating stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, or parenting challenges, you are not alone and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

Many people come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly unsettled by a sense that something is not quite right.

I’m a graduate student completing the final stage of my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University.

I offer a warm, supportive space where you can slow things down, feel understood, and begin making sense of what you are experiencing.

Think we could be a good fit to work together?
Book your free 30-minute consultation to get started.

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Availability.

Currently accepting new clients (age 18+) for individual therapy.

Rate.

Sliding Scale $25-$125

Session length: 60-90 min

Therapy Scholarships for free therapy are also available.

Schedule.

Monday 9 am-5 pm
Tuesday 9 am-5 pm
Wednesday 12-8 pm
Thursday 9 am-5 pm
Friday 9 am-5 pm
Saturday 6-9 pm
Sunday 6-9 pm

Languages.

English

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Check out John’s intro video!

What It’s Like to Work With Me

When you come to therapy, you deserve a space that feels supportive, flexible, and centred around you.

Our work together is shaped around you. Your sessions focus on what matters most to you and we move at the pace that feels just right for you.

In our sessions, you can expect support that helps you:

  • Feel heard, respected, and genuinely understood

  • Explore your experiences with curiosity and compassion

  • Recognize strengths you may not yet see in yourself

  • Take small, practical steps that lead to real, lasting change


The goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable showing up as you are, even when things feel confusing, heavy, or hard to put into words.

Sound like it could be a good fit?
Let’s meet for a free 30-minute online consultation to get started.

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I work with people experiencing:

  • When anxiety or stress takes over, it can feel like your thoughts will not slow down and your emotions are always close to the surface.

    I work well with clients who are:

    • Living with ongoing anxiety or chronic stress

    • Feeling emotionally overwhelmed or constantly on edge

    • Struggling with anger or intense emotional reactions

    • Caught in cycles of overthinking or self-criticism

    Together, we focus on understanding what is fueling these experiences and developing practical tools that help you feel more grounded, steady, and in control.

  • Living in a world that isn’t designed for how your brain works can be exhausting. You may feel misunderstood, overwhelmed, or constantly trying to keep up, even when you’re doing your best.


    I work well with clients who are:

    • Living with ADHD, autism, or other forms of neurodivergence

    • Struggling with focus, organization, or follow-through

    • Feeling overwhelmed by sensory input, expectations, or daily demands

    • Experiencing burnout, frustration, or shame from masking or overcompensating

    • Wanting support around relationships, work, school, or parenting as a neurodivergent person

    Together, we focus on understanding how your brain works, identifying what actually supports you, and developing practical strategies that fit you — not forcing yourself into systems that were never built with you in mind.

  • Relationships can be a source of connection and meaning, but they can also be deeply confusing and painful.

    I’m here to support people who are:

    • Struggling with communication

    • Feeling disconnected, resentful, or emotionally distant from a partner

    • Repeating the same relationship patterns and not sure why

    • Navigating boundaries, trust issues, or people-pleasing

    • Frustrated with family relationships

    Together, we’ll focus on making sense of your relationships, identifying patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and developing ways you can feel more aligned and authentic in your relationships.

  • Parenting can be deeply meaningful but also incredibly demanding!

    I support parents who are:

    • Feeling stressed, burned out, or emotionally exhausted

    • Navigating behavioural or emotional challenges with their children

    • Struggling with self-doubt, guilt, or frustration in their parenting role

    • Wanting practical support alongside emotional understanding

    With experience working closely with children and families, I offer a space for you as the parent to talk openly, feel supported, and explore strategies that feel realistic for your family and your life.

I also offer support for:

Depression

Grief

Self-Esteem

Life Transitions

Identity

Anger Management

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Support You Can Feel Confident In

As a graduate student, my client work is closely supported. I receive weekly clinical supervision and I’m completing a comprehensive training program in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, under the direct mentorship of the practice’s Clinical Director, Kelly Vick. This means that your therapy is thoughtfully guided every step of the way.

In addition to my graduate education and training, I bring years of hands-on experience supporting people and families through complex life situations.

I have experience:

  • Supporting individuals in moments of emotional distress and crisis

  • Remaining calm, present, and grounded in high-pressure situations

  • Working closely with children and families in structured, supportive settings

  • Collaborating with caregivers and professionals to support meaningful change


This background shapes how I work with clients today, with patience, steadiness, and a strengths-based perspective.

Curious to get to know me better?
Let’s meet for a free 30-minute online consultation to get started.

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Fun Facts About John

  • I'm a Geek!

    I am a massive gamer and all around geek. I love single player role playing games with fantasy and sci-fi settings.

  • Halloween Megafan

    Fall is my favourite season & I love anything related to horror, so Halloween is my favorite holiday by far!

  • I'm a Philosopher

    I love anything that involves philosophy & I’m always open to discussing these deeper topics.

  • Ginger Alert

    You may have noticed that I’m a ginger, which in my opinion is a big plus!

Serious Therapist Details

Degrees.

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology, York University

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (In Progress), Yorkville University

Training.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Credentials.

Student Therapist

CRPO Registration Pending

Ready to meet John?

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“Happiness comes from within. It is not dependent on external things or on other people.”

— Brian Weiss