Our Staff

Meet Our Staff

Tristan Blacha

MACP, Registered Psychotherapist

The first step of seeking help for what troubles us mentally and emotionally is often the most difficult one. Through a humanistic approach, I endeavour to make the subsequent steps easier than walking them alone. I regard each person as inherently valuable, unique, with the potential for greater fullness of living. When one discovers and lives more in accordance with their personal values, I believe it is then that an individual can be secure, confident, and happy. Being able to form a real connection where one feels genuinely heard and understood can aid in healing and uncovering those values.

My goal as a therapist is to create a trusting relationship with you to facilitate positive change. You are an expert in your own experience. No one knows you like you do. I am here to assist in the discovery of your own wisdom, especially when you are having difficulty connecting with it. I look forward to working with you.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I help those experiencing depression, stress, anxiety, self-esteem, and relationship and family issues through Client-Centered, Narrative, Cognitive Behavioural, and Mindfulness Therapies. I am accepting clients for individual and couples therapy, with options of in-person or virtual sessions.

I offer a sliding fee schedule and flexible hours, with evening availability.

Dr. Michael D. Blacha

Clinical Psychologist

I am a Clinical Psychologist, licensed and registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario, registered with the Canadian Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology, and a member of Ontario Psychological Association.

I earned my Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in Clinical Psychology at York University in 1981. I earned my Master of Arts (M.A.) in Clinical Psychology at York University in 1975 and my Bachelor of Arts with Honors in Psychology at York University in 1974.

I have been in private practice since 1984. Within the context of this practice, I have provided psychological services with private patients as well as for several organizations, such as Desjardins Insurance, Green Shield, Canada Life Assurance, Manulife Financial, Sun Life Assurance, and Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).

Stefan Blacha

MA, Psychometrist

I am a psychometrist who has four years of experience conducting psychoeducational assessments with children, adolescents, and adults, with specialization in batteries assessing learning disabilities and ADHD.

My training includes a Master of Arts in Developmental Psychology at San Francisco State University, where I graduated with Distinguished Achievement for my research investigating the environmental tensions facing LGBTQ+ adolescents and young adults across the United States. As part of my field work, I studied cognitive development and social behaviour at a campus-affiliated school.

As a psychometrist registered with the Ontario Psychological Association and Ontario Association of Mental Health Practitioners, I have experience working with individuals with learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, or who are on the autism spectrum.

Vera Blacha

BASc, Office Manager

I am your initial contact when you call Dr. Michael D. Blacha & Associates. I am highly experienced with conducting interviews with new clients and directing them to the clinician that can best help with their needs and concerns. Having conducted psychological assessments for many years, I can provide comprehensive information about psychological assessments, and the steps involved in the process. I am responsible for administrative services, as well as supporting your ongoing needs as a client. My goal is to ensure that our clients are at ease when inquiring about our therapy and/or assessment services. My conversations with clients are always kept confidential.

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