Karen Freud - industry - in North York, ON
Karen Freud - industry - in North York, ON

Karen Freud

I believe we all have the capacity to heal, grow, and adapt. Sometimes we just need the right space and support to do it.

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North York, ON (, UTC-02:30)
Aug 14 @ 0:25 am for Karen Freud

About Karen Freud

At the heart of my work, I’m someone who’s always been curious about people’s stories: what shaped them, what matters to them, and what might help them feel more grounded, more understood, and more at ease.

Years ago, I worked with children and often found myself drawn to the moments in between — the times they were making art, opening up about something that bothered them, or just chatting with each other about life. I noticed I liked listening — not just to what they said, but to what might be underneath. I liked trying to understand. I liked creating safe, calming spaces. And when I came across art therapy as a career option, it just made sense.

That was the beginning of what’s now been over two decades of work — first with children, and later with adults — combining both art therapy and traditional talk therapy in ways that feel right for the person in front of me.

What I love most about this work is being a quiet witness to change. It’s those moments when a client says, “I tried what we talked about — and it helped.” Or when someone who once felt overwhelmed starts to see their own strength and says, “I think I can handle this.”

I believe we all have the capacity to heal, grow, and adapt. Sometimes we just need the right space and support.

People often tell me they appreciate that I’m down-to-earth, warm, and easy to talk to. My style is conversational, not clinical, and I speak in plain language. I try to see things from your perspective and adapt my approach based on what’s going to be most helpful for you. Whether we use talk therapy, art therapy, or a mix of both, I’ll meet you where you are.

Licenses & Certifications

Registered Psychotherapist
Canada License #001327 Licensed for 11 Years 3 Months Since Apr 2015
Active

Languages

Hebrew
Conversational
English
Native or bilingual

Skills

Art Therapy Attachment Certified Anxiety Treatment Professional Cognitive-Behavioural Therapies Communication Skills Compassion Ethical Practice Evidence-Based Interventions Interpersonal Skills Person-Centred

Education

Toronto Art Therapy Institute Masters-level Diploma Art Therapy 2004

Association Memberships

Ontario Art Therapy Association Registered Art Therapist Since 2009
Canadian Art Therapy Association Registered Art Therapist Since 2011

Community Connections

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