Basma Khalil

Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP

Originally from Egypt, Basma moved to Canada in 2014 with her family. Her academic journey began with a Life Sciences degree at McMaster University, where her fascination with understanding human behaviour and crisis intervention took root. Eager to delve deeper into the intricacies of psychology, Basma went on to pursue a post-graduate diploma in Professional addiction studies at McMaster University and went on t o the Yorkville University MA in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy program.

Basma’s professional mission revolves around creating safe and inclusive spaces for vulnerable communities to openly share their struggles and challenges. Her commitment to advocating for mental health is reflected in her work, where she diligently builds strong therapeutic alliances with clients. By understanding their unique journeys, Basma strives to guide individuals toward healing, believing that the connections forged in the counseling process serve as vital support systems. Her passion for counselling is not just a career choice but a lifelong journey of growth. Basma’s commitment to continuous development is evident in her work at Canadian Muslim Counselling, where she hopes to contribute to the well-being of individuals facing the challenges of today’s world. Through her dedication and empathetic approach, Basma aims to be a beacon of support for those navigating the complexities of mental health.

Services offered

• Individual Therapy
• Youth & Teen Counselling

Therapeutic approaches

• CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
• DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy)
• Solution-focused Therapy
• Narrative Therapy

Outside the counselling room

Reading, Spending time with family and friends, Going to the gym

Role

Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP

Languages

English, Arabic

Focus areas

Family & ParentingAddiction & Recovery