Vish

Vish Kularatnam

Licensed Clinical Social Workers

In my work with you, I draw on evidence-based practices including emotion-focused therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and CBT. I recognize the cultural influences in our lives and am sensitive to it in my therapeutic approach.

About Me

In our sessions, I weave together evidence-based practices like emotion-focused therapy and mindfulness. We can gently explore your unique story and feelings. I recognise the cultural influences that shape your experience, bringing sensitivity to our work. This collaborative approach helps you gain clarity and develop practical tools for lasting change. I aim to create a space where you feel truly understood and supported.

Approach

You can expect sessions to move between focused listening, telling and re-shaping the stories that hold you, and learning small, practical techniques to shift unhelpful patterns. I work with clients in English, meeting in Toronto or online, keeping a steady, collaborative pace and offering gentle experiments between appointments to test new ways of responding. Together we name emotions, map triggers and try out different skills so insights translate into everyday change. This way of working often fits people navigating transitions, grief, anxiety or relationship strain.
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Basic Information

Services


Services Offered:

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Family Therapy

    A form of therapy that works with family members together to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships within the family system.

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  • Trauma Counseling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Individuals
  • Parents

Area of Expertise


Scope of Practice:

  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Body Image

    How a person perceives, thinks, and feels about their physical appearance. When persistently negative, it can drive distress, avoidance, and disordered eating.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Trauma Therapy

    Therapeutic approaches specifically designed to help people process and recover from traumatic experiences.

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Professional Title:

  • Licensed Clinical Social Workers

    A social worker licensed to provide clinical therapy, diagnosis, and treatment for mental health conditions.

Qualifications


University of Toronto

Registrations


Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

Registered Social Worker

Service Area


Kula Wellness Therapy

In-person & Online

Old Toronto

Toronto, Ontario

Canada

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