Thiviyan Sithganesan
MSW, RSW (he/him)
Social worker
at Tiffany music therapy
Thiviyan is a Registered Social Worker and a member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. After completing his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Bachelor of Social Work at the University of Waterloo, he went on to receive his Master of Social Work from Western University. Presently, he has been practicing as a mental health therapist for the past five years working with a wide variety of client populations with different presenting concerns.
Thiviyan is passionate about sharing his wealth of counselling knowledge with clients to equip them with the strategies and techniques needed to manage challenging situations. He prides himself on his ability to break down abstract therapeutic concepts and explain them in a relatable way, using clever examples, metaphors, and activities. Thiviyan is also an open-minded and empathetic practitioner who has tremendous patience with his clients. He understands the significance of using a collaborative approach, as he works alongside his clients to shape their own journey in therapy.
"You never know the truth. You only know 'a' truth"
Client Populations:
- Children
- Teenagers
- Adults
Areas of Focus:
- Anxiety, Depression & Panic
- Exploring complex emotions (eg Anger, Grief, Shame)
- Trauma
- Addictions and substance abuse
- Relationships (Individuals and Couples)
- Mindfulness & Meditation
- School/ Work Stress
Availability:
Accepting New Clients: Yes
Available for In-Office Appointments: No
Available for In-Home or Virtual Sessions: Yes