Mitra Bissessar | Therapist | Shanti Psychotherapy

Meet Mitra Bissessar

Registered Social Worker

MSW RSW

He/Him

 As a therapist, my journey has been shaped by personal discovery and cultural expectations. Coming from an Indo-Caribbean background, I know firsthand the pressures around career success, wealth, and family expectations. For years, I believed I had to fit into a specific mould to make my family proud, even if that meant suppressing parts of myself—like emotions, vulnerability, and creativity—that didn’t align with traditional views of achievement and strength. Over time, I realized that holding back my true self was affecting every part of my life. Now, as a husband and father, I’m still figuring it out as I go, trying to show up with openness, honesty, and care in my family, even when things feel uncertain. 

As a Registered Social Worker with a Child and Youth Background, I specialize in supporting: Young adults and teens exploring their identity, friends, school, anxiety, depression, feelings of social anxiety, self-worth, and purpose. In addition, couples working through cultural, emotional, or relationship challenges as well as families navigating complex dynamics, generational gaps, or cultural expectations. 

My work is about helping people from all walks of life reconnect with who they truly are. Together, we’ll explore the stories, beliefs, and barriers that may be holding you back. Whether you’re navigating cultural expectations, mental illness, family dynamics, or personal struggles, my goal is to empower you to define success, strength, and fulfillment on your own terms. 

Therapy is a space where your story matters. It’s a place where you can safely confront challenges, celebrate progress, and embrace every part of who you are. My practice is rooted in compassion, cultural awareness, and evidence-based care. I bring a trauma-informed lens to my work, tailoring sessions to your unique needs using approaches like: Emotion-Focused Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Practices. 

My goal is to support you in building a life rooted in authenticity and resilience. Therapy is a place where your unique story is honoured, and together, we work to celebrate every part of you. I believe that everyone deserves to live with self-compassion, fulfillment, and a deep sense of connection—to themselves and to others. Therapy isn’t just about problems—it’s about possibilities! Ready to take the first step? Let’s begin.

Shanti is excited to announce our new hypnobirthing® group starting soon!Hypnobirthing® is a World Renowned and evidence based childbirth education program for the birthing parent and birthing partner, for a calmer, more confident birth experience.Join us to learn more about self hypnosis, relaxation techniques and increasing your confidence as you prepare for the birth of your baby.Our new hypnobirthing® group will teach you to: trust that your body and baby know how to birth instinctively, as nature intended, deeply relax and much more!Hypnobirthing® parent(s) report their babies are: calmer, more relaxed, sleep better and more! Join us to learn more about self hypnosis, relaxation techniques and increasing your confidence as you prepare for the birth of your baby.#hypnobirthingclass #hypnobirthinggroup #hypnobirthingtoronto #hypnobirthingcanada #hypnotherapist #hypnotherapy #hypnotherapytoronto

Shanti is excited to announce our new hypnobirthing® group starting soon!

Hypnobirthing® is a World Renowned and evidence based childbirth education program for the birthing parent and birthing partner, for a calmer, more confident birth experience.

Join us to learn more about self hypnosis, relaxation techniques and increasing your confidence as you prepare for the birth of your baby.

Our new hypnobirthing® group will teach you to: trust that your body and baby know how to birth instinctively, as nature intended, deeply relax and much more!

Hypnobirthing® parent(s) report their babies are: calmer, more relaxed, sleep better and more! Join us to learn more about self hypnosis, relaxation techniques and increasing your confidence as you prepare for the birth of your baby.

#hypnobirthingclass #hypnobirthinggroup #hypnobirthingtoronto #hypnobirthingcanada #hypnotherapist #hypnotherapy #hypnotherapytoronto
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What if... I’m worth celebrating? What if I’m capable and trust myself? What if it all works out? What if life keeps getting better? What if they like me? 🌱✨#BelieveInYourself #WhatIf #EmbraceThePossibilities

What if... I’m worth celebrating? What if I’m capable and trust myself? What if it all works out? What if life keeps getting better? What if they like me? 🌱✨

#BelieveInYourself #WhatIf #EmbraceThePossibilities
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Just a day in the life of a psychotherapist and private practice owner, doing my best to support others while making time for self care with Fred! After years of practice I’ve learned the importance of balance and taking small moments for myself too. If you want to learn how to scale your practice, reach out for mindset business coaching using the link in our bio! ✨#therapistlife #privatepracticeowner #TherapistGrowth #therapistsupport #mentalhealthmatters #therapistofinstagram

Just a day in the life of a psychotherapist and private practice owner, doing my best to support others while making time for self care with Fred! After years of practice I’ve learned the importance of balance and taking small moments for myself too. If you want to learn how to scale your practice, reach out for mindset business coaching using the link in our bio! ✨

#therapistlife #privatepracticeowner #TherapistGrowth #therapistsupport #mentalhealthmatters #therapistofinstagram
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As a coach for therapists, I help you scale your practice while staying true to your clinical expertise and personal goals. 💼✨I offer a blend of mindset coaching, business strategies, and tailored support to help you overcome fears, embrace your unique value, and build a thriving practice that’s sustainable and aligned with your vision. 🌱From goal-driven collaboration to professional development and branding, we’ll work together to create impactful practices that nurture resilience and balance. With 20+ years of experience in trauma care and South Asian Mental Health, I’m dedicated to empowering therapists to reach their full potential.Let’s grow your practice with compassion, confidence, and clarity. ✨Contact me using the link in our bio to learn more!#TherapistGrowth #TherapistSupport #TherapistCoach #BusinessGrowth #MindsetMatters #SouthAsianMentalHealth #TraumaCare #TherapistCommunity #ProfessionalDevelopment #TherapistJourney #SustainableSuccess

As a coach for therapists, I help you scale your practice while staying true to your clinical expertise and personal goals. 💼✨

I offer a blend of mindset coaching, business strategies, and tailored support to help you overcome fears, embrace your unique value, and build a thriving practice that’s sustainable and aligned with your vision. 🌱

From goal-driven collaboration to professional development and branding, we’ll work together to create impactful practices that nurture resilience and balance. With 20+ years of experience in trauma care and South Asian Mental Health, I’m dedicated to empowering therapists to reach their full potential.

Let’s grow your practice with compassion, confidence, and clarity. ✨

Contact me using the link in our bio to learn more!

#TherapistGrowth #TherapistSupport #TherapistCoach #BusinessGrowth #MindsetMatters #SouthAsianMentalHealth #TraumaCare #TherapistCommunity #ProfessionalDevelopment #TherapistJourney #SustainableSuccess
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It’s hard to stop apologizing and placing guilt and blame on yourself for things that you often see in a negative light.It’s important to note that asking for help, being yourself, having emotions and prioritizing yourself are things you CAN do and SHOULD do without needing to say sorry.#mentalhealthawareness #selfcompassion #selfcompassionjourney #motivationalquotes #therapymemes #therapytoronto

It’s hard to stop apologizing and placing guilt and blame on yourself for things that you often see in a negative light.

It’s important to note that asking for help, being yourself, having emotions and prioritizing yourself are things you CAN do and SHOULD do without needing to say sorry.

#mentalhealthawareness #selfcompassion #selfcompassionjourney #motivationalquotes #therapymemes #therapytoronto
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Happy endings don’t always look the same, which one are you working towards? ✨#beproudofyourself #positivethinking #affirmations #positivetherapy #motivationalquotes
#individualtherapy #torontotherapy #selfcarematters #mentalhealthmatters

Happy endings don’t always look the same, which one are you working towards? ✨

#beproudofyourself #positivethinking #affirmations #positivetherapy #motivationalquotes
#individualtherapy #torontotherapy #selfcarematters #mentalhealthmatters
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Take what you need to hear today, and spend some time reminding yourself of things that are often easy to forget.You are doing your best, and that is what matters!#mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #mentalhealthquotes #compassionfocusedtherapy #motivationalquotes #torontotherapy #mentalhealthcheckin

Take what you need to hear today, and spend some time reminding yourself of things that are often easy to forget.

You are doing your best, and that is what matters!

#mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #mentalhealthquotes #compassionfocusedtherapy #motivationalquotes #torontotherapy #mentalhealthcheckin
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