Stefania Bonanno

About me

At Stefania Bonanno RSW, I am committed to providing compassionate and professional social work and therapeutic services to those living in Ontario.  My mission is to empower individuals to work through life's challenges and achieve their full potential. Are you struggling with mental health? Substance use? Have you experienced some sort of trauma? Or having difficulties with emotional regulation and coping strategies? Stefania Bonanno RSW can offer support and therapy tailored to your needs. I believe with the right support, life can feel more manageable.  Are you just starting to think about therapy? Are you worried about how to start talking to a professional? Or not sure how sessions will look?  I know therapy can be intimidating, but I want you to know it will be okay. I work with you to work past these worries and fears. It will take time and the first step is reaching out. I will take it from there.  I started my career in the non- profit world, largely supporting folks in the Toronto area accessing a local health centre. During this time, I have been able to walk alongside many people, at various points in their journeys. I am so appreciative of this time and value these opportunities. My decade plus career in the non-profit world and my own personal journey into parenthood, has led me to focus on  building my own private practice and reaching a larger population.  I am specialized in providing individual therapy to those who have experienced trauma, substance use issues and/ or mental health diagnoses. I offer a compassionate approach to therapy, focusing on exploring patterns of behaviour, processing life's challenges, and navigating critical life decisions. My approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, and tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. I practice from a place that focuses on foundational needs, while establishing a sense of safety and security within the therapeutic relationship. Sometimes life gets hard, but I also know with the right support, anyone can overcome obstacles and reach their potential. It's not easy, or linear, but it is possible. By integrating various therapeutic modalities such as Compassionate Inquiry, Internal Family Systems, CBT and motivational interviewing, I ensure a personalized therapy experience. I believe one size does not fit all, hence my focus on incorporating various approaches in the session. I focus on empowering you to find your strength and resilience, enabling you to take control of your life with confidence. I believe having a supportive, safe and flexible relationship with your therapist can make all the difference. We work together, so you can begin to make the changes you need in your life.