Becoming Yourself Counselling - Neurodivergent Therapist Toronto | ADHD, Autism, Self-Discovery
About Me
A Lighthouse in Life's Journey
Guiding You Toward Authentic Growth
A Message from Founder: Michael Holker HBA BSW MSW Registered Social Worker/ Psychotherapist
Life can throw some pretty tough challenges our way, especially when the world doesn’t always get what it means to be neurodivergent. As someone who’s also neurodivergent, I truly believe that everyone has the ability to grow, heal, and live their most authentic life, no matter where they are on their journey.
In my practice, I focus on practical experience and neuro-affirming care, creating a warm and safe space for you to explore your unique traits and life’s uncertainties, face those big emotions, and reconnect with who you really are. I take a client-centred, trauma-informed, neuro-affirming, and strengths-based approach, which means I meet you right where you are, respecting your unique experiences and celebrating neurodivergence as a difference, not a deficit.
Together, we can navigate the twists and turns of your journey, helping you find a path toward genuine growth and healing.
Everyone’s journey is personal, especially for neurodivergent individuals. I’ve walked my own path and learned so much along the way. This experience has inspired me to be a guiding light for others, helping them understand who they are, being there for them, and supporting them in developing the insights, strategies, and tools they need to thrive.
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Knowledge
Education & Training
With a solid educational foundation, including an Honours Bachelor of Arts (HBA) from the University of Toronto, a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Dalhousie University, and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Windsor, along with years of hands-on experience, I bring an integrated approach to therapy that combines academic knowledge with practical application.
I utilize evidence-based techniques in an eclectic way, tailoring sessions to each client’s unique needs. This includes modalities such as Mindfulness-Based Skills, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed practices. Clients often come to therapy seeking to overcome anxiety, self-doubt, or feelings of disconnection, and my role is to guide them toward solutions that foster emotional balance and personal growth.
By incorporating mindfulness and acceptance-based practices, I help clients learn to face and accept the difficult thoughts and feelings that may be holding them back.
Growth Oriented
Humanistic, Existential Approach to Growth
As a neurodivergent therapist, I truly believe that everyone has the natural ability to grow into their best selves, no matter where they are on their life journey. My approach is all about humanistic and existential principles, focusing on personal growth, freedom, responsibility, and the quest for meaning and belonging.
Life can throw us some curveballs—questions about purpose, responsibility, and identity. These uncertainties can make you feel stuck, lost, or disconnected from who you really are. My job is to help you navigate these challenges by exploring the