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Nisha Thakkar, Registered Psychotherapist · EMDR Therapist

Nisha Thakkar

Registered Psychotherapist · EMDR Therapist

Founder of Safe Space Therapy. Therapy in English, Hindi and Gujarati — in person in Cambridge and Brantford, and online across Ontario.

About Nisha

Hi, I’m Nisha — a Registered Psychotherapist trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a powerful, evidence-based approach for treating trauma and PTSD. I’m passionate about supporting teens, adults, couples and families as they navigate anxiety, depression, trauma and major life transitions.

Whether you’re struggling with the impact of childhood wounds, recent traumatic experiences, or ongoing emotional overwhelm, EMDR can help you process and heal in a safe, structured and transformative way. My trauma-informed approach combines EMDR with other effective therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR).

As an immigrant myself, I deeply understand the layers of identity, belonging and adjustment that can shape your emotional world. I offer a holistic and culturally sensitive space where your unique story is respected and honoured. At the heart of my practice is a belief in your innate capacity to heal and grow — with the right support. My personal motto: “Meet people where they are, not where you expect them to be.”

Outside the therapy room, I’m a proud mom and nature enthusiast. Gardening reminds me that healing, like growth, requires patience, care and the right environment.

Details
Licence
CRPO #12517 — Registered Psychotherapist
Education
MA Counselling Psychology (Hons), Yorkville University
Languages
English · Hindi · Gujarati
Fees
$160 · 50-minute individual session · $170 · 50-minute couples session
Availability
Full caseload · limited openings; her associates are accepting new clients
Hours
Mon – Fri · 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cambridge
Tuesday & Friday
Brantford
Wednesday – Thursday

Licences & training

EMDRIA-approved EMDR Basic Training certificate, 2025Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology with Honours, Yorkville University
  • · EMDRIA-approved EMDR Basic Training — 42 CE contact hours (2025)
  • · MA Counselling Psychology with Honours — Yorkville University (2023)
  • · Registered Psychotherapist — College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, #12517
Contact Nisha

Sessions by appointment — in person in Cambridge and Brantford, or secure video across Ontario. Start with a free 15-minute consultation.