Christian Garro

Christian utilizes an eclectic approach to therapy that includes interpersonal therapy, psychodynamic therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), as well as, an ADHD-informed foundation to meet his clients needs.

Christian is a Registered Psychotherapist, licensed with the CRPO, and is working towards full licensure as a Psychological Associate with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO). He holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology and brings a decade of extensive experience in various mental health roles, including Youth Mentor, Mental Health Support Staff, and Child and Youth Counsellor at The Hospital for Sick Kids.
For the past five years, Christian has dedicated himself to private practice, directly supporting clients as a mental health clinician. He has had the pleasure of working with diverse populations, including children (5+), adolescents, adults, families, and geriatric clients, always with the approach of creating a strong therapeutic alliance with each person in his care.

Christian believes that love and connection is a necessity desired by all living beings. He emphasizes that insight, clarity, and understanding are crucial to establishing these connections with ourselves and with others. These skills are often built upon with a person who can provide a sense of safety, security, and support. Christian aims to provide an empathic and compassionate alliance, working alongside you to rediscover your strengths and passions, and empower you towards healing, growth, and change.

Christian’s truest passions come from the activities that build lasting a quality connections with his friends and family. He loves to practice and play music, is an avid board game enthusiast, who also prefers the great outdoors whether camping in the wilderness or enjoying being active playing soccer, hockey, volleyball, or any activity with a challenge.