Individual and Couples Therapy in Ontario

Dr. Arela Agako - Clinical Psychologist

Services

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy provides a safe and confidential space for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors with a licensed psychologist.

Individual therapy provides a safe and confidential space for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors with a licensed psychologist. Through personalized sessions, Dr. Agako helps individuals navigate various mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, insomnia, borderline personality disorder, psychosis, obsessive-compulsive disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. She also sees clients who are struggling with perinatal concerns, hormonal sensitivities, stress, burn-out, self-esteem, body image as well as interpersonal and relationship difficulties. Dr. Agako uses an integrative approach to therapy, using evidence-based treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy , Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Acceptance-based and Mindfulness approaches to best fit the needs of the client. She has a warm and compassionate approach while also motivating clients to make changes required for them to meet their goals.

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Couples Therapy

Couples therapy is designed to support partners in enhancing communication, resolving conflicts, and deepening intimacy within their relationship.

Couples therapy is designed to support partners in enhancing communication, resolving conflicts, and deepening intimacy within their relationship. Dr. Agako works with couples to address a range of concerns, including navigating high conflict situations, communication breakdowns, trust issues, childcare, and navigating major life decisions. Dr. Agako has a special interest in working with couples who experience high conflict and emotion dysregulation. Utilizing proven therapeutic techniques such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy strategies and trauma-informed approaches, Dr. Agako empowers couples to reduce conflict, increase communication, rebuild trust, strengthen emotional bonds, and cultivate healthier patterns of interaction. Dr. Agako has experience working with LGBTQ2S+ couples and couples with various relationship structures.

Professional Consultation and Supervision

Supervision and consultation services in the areas of individual therapy, assessment, and couple’s therapy.

Dr. Agako is a clinical psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She is able to provide supervision and consultation services to other mental health professionals in the areas of individual therapy, assessment, and couple’s therapy. Dr. Agako has a special interest in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, PTSD and other trauma-informed treatment approaches, in addition to high conflict couple’s therapy and as such can provide supervison and consultation in these areas as well as more general intervention and assessment skills. Using a combination of various supervision strategies, she provides a supportive learning environment where clinicians can hone their therapeutic skills, navigate complex cases, and deepen their understanding of ethical practice.

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About Me

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Meet Dr. Arela Agako, C.Psych.
Clinical Psychologist | Trauma Therapy | Couples Therapy

Welcome! I’m Dr. Arela Agako, a registered clinical psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario and founder of Trauma Care Psychology and ACMH. I’m also the co-founder of Repair, a relationship app designed to help couples navigate conflict, strengthen communication, and rebuild emotional connection using tools grounded in evidence-based therapy.

I hold a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from McMaster University and have completed advanced training in evidence-based approaches including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I have a special interest in the treatment of trauma, complex PTSD, emotion dysregulation, borderline personality disorder (BPD), high-conflict relationships, and intergenerational trauma.

In my clinical practice, I also support individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, burnout, chronic stress, insomnia, and relationship challenges. My work is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and scientific integrity. I aim to create a space where people feel safe, understood, and empowered to grow.

My research on emotion regulation has been published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at international conferences. I’ve also been featured in outlets like Psychology Today, Forbes, and Therapy Tips, where I share insights on mental health, relational wellness, and the science behind emotions.

Whether you're navigating emotional overwhelm, relational strain, or a history of trauma, I’m here to offer support that is thoughtful, personalized, and deeply rooted in clinical expertise.

Let’s connect. Feel free to reach out if you’re looking for trauma-informed therapy, couples support, or guidance during a difficult time.