Clarinda Brandão, DipTIRP, RP

Founder and Managing Partner, Registered Relational Psychotherapist & Relationship Expert

Individual, Couple & Family Therapy | Clinical Supervisor

 

Clarinda Brandao brings an intuitive approach to her clients. For almost thirteen years she has worked with individuals and couples, helping her clients restore self-awareness, regain confidence, and renew relationships within their lives and with themselves. A compassionate listener, she delves deep into the individual core to build a strong foundation for personal growth and meaningful connections. Becoming self-aware is an integral step in the healing process. Clarinda has an innate ability to bring clients out of their shell and into a safe space where they can begin learning about and mending themselves and their relationships - both romantically and platonically. 

 

A Registered Relational Psychotherapist and Counsellor with the College of Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario, Clarinda is a graduate of the Toronto Institute of Relational Psychotherapy's intense three-year relational psychotherapy program and a member of The Canadian Association for Psychodynamic Therapy (CAPT).  As a relationship expert, Clarinda specializes in couples therapy and marriage counselling. Through a blend of professional and personal experience, she helps clients identify problem areas and provides new tools to communicate effectively while regaining healthy connections - not only with one another but also with themselves.  

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Clarinda also works in trauma specialized cases. With a background training in trauma with the Traumatology Institute. 

 

A passion for guiding others to improved self-acceptance, healthy relationships, and positive social functioning drives Clarinda, not only in her professional practice but in her daily life.  A regular volunteer with families, groups, and individuals at numerous non-for-profit organizations, Clarinda is dedicated to helping her surrounding community. 

 

Having a positive work-life balance is something Clarinda wholeheartedly believes in. Weekends and holidays are dedicated to her passion for photography, exploring the outdoors, and when her schedule truly allows, travel. 

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"A client once asked me if would carry them to the finish line. I answered, 'I won't carry you, but I will support you along the sidelines and when you feel you can't go any further, I will hand you some water.

You will want to quit, but I'll be there to cheer you on and remind you of your goal.

When you reach that finish line, I will celebrate with you. Cause you did it.  No one else. You.'

 That's my role as your therapist. I'll be with you on your journey of self-discovery and growth every step of the way"

 

To book an appointment or learn more, please email Clarinda@psychotherapyinthecity.com