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Sepideh Hossaini, MA, RP, CSFT
Psychotherapy and Couples Counselling in Toronto and Newmarket
Online therapy across Ontario


Signs of Seasonal Affective Disorder: A Somatic Psychotherapy Perspective
Many clients come to therapy saying, “Every winter, something shifts, but I can’t explain it.” Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) often develops gradually, showing up as changes in mood, energy, and bodily experience that repeat each season. SAD affects women more often than men. For those seeking support, understanding these patterns through somatic psychotherapy may provide clarity and relief. If you’re struggling with seasonal mood changes, somatic psychotherapy may hel

Sepideh Hossaini, MA, RP, CSFT
Dec 15, 20252 min read


Building Trust in Relationships: Small Daily Moments that Matter
Trust is one of the key ingredients in a healthy and emotionally supportive relationship. It provides a sense of safety and reliability, allowing partners to feel secure, connected, and understood. Yet even in caring partnerships, trust can feel uncertain when stress, distance, or miscommunication arise. Although there is no single formula for developing or maintaining trust, many couples discover that it grows gradually through consistent, everyday actions that communicate c

Sepideh Hossaini, MA, RP, CSFT
Nov 3, 20253 min read


Why Anger Lasts Longer Than Compassion
Have you ever noticed how one argument, criticism, or rude comment can replay in your head all day, but a warm moment of compassion fades so quickly? What you’re experiencing is how the human emotional system naturally works. Understanding why certain emotions stick around longer is the first step toward learning effective emotional regulation techniques that help you respond rather than react. As a Registered Psychotherapist, I often work with clients who feel stuck in ange

Sepideh Hossaini, MA, RP, CSFT
Oct 15, 20253 min read


Understanding Gottman’s Four Horsemen of Relationships
A couple engages in positive communication and connection while practicing techniques from Gottman Couple Therapy to strengthen their relationship. Why the Gottman Four Horsemen Matter in Couples Therapy Conflict is a natural part of every relationship. The real difference between couples who thrive and couples who struggle isn’t whether they argue — it’s how they argue. Renowned psychologist Dr. John Gottman identified four toxic communication styles that can predict relat

Sepideh Hossaini, MA, RP, CSFT
Sep 18, 20253 min read


The #1 Predictor of Divorce: How Contempt Quietly Damages Relationships
Do you ever feel like your partner just doesn’t “get it”? Or catch yourself thinking, “If they just listened to me, things would be...

Sepideh Hossaini, MA, RP, CSFT
May 29, 20252 min read


Somatic-Oriented Therapy
Have you ever wondered why certain situations make your heart race or why, in other moments, you feel frozen and unable to respond? These...

Sepideh Hossaini, MA, RP, CSFT
Dec 9, 20243 min read
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