My journey to psychotherapy wasn’t a straight line. I spent years in the corporate world, excelling in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment until burnout made me rethink everything. Seeking balance, I transitioned into a career in massage therapy, where I discovered the profound connection between the mind and body. For eight years, I worked one-on-one with clients, helping them heal in ways that extended beyond the physical.

When a wrist injury ended that chapter of my career, I faced yet another turning point. What initially felt like a loss became an opportunity to pursue something even more aligned with my purpose. My passion for working closely with people by helping them navigate challenges and create change led me to return to university and complete a Master’s in Counselling Psychology. That decision brought me here, to work I find profoundly meaningful and fulfilling.

As I immersed myself in this field, I developed a strong passion for trauma-focused therapy and sought advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Both approaches resonated with me because they honour the complexity of human experience and offer powerful, transformative ways to process past wounds, especially for those who have carried their weight for far too long.

This work continues to inspire me. I’m committed to offering thoughtful, personalized support that meets each client where they are, and to creating a space where meaningful change can take root.

Alba Marussi, Registered Psychotherapist

My approach to therapy

Healing is not linear, nor a one-size-fits-all. Every person’s journey is unique, and therapy should reflect that. That’s why I take a person-centered, collaborative approach, where you are an active participant in your own process. Instead of focusing on what's "wrong," we’ll work together to understand your experiences, explore what truly matters to you, and build on your strengths.

The foundation of our work together is our therapeutic relationship - a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered. A strong, compassionate connection can make all the difference, and I’m here to help you navigate that process in a way that feels safe and true to you.

Rather than relying on a single method, I integrate various therapeutic tools and modalities, including EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and somatic approaches, to best support your needs. These are not standalone solutions, but rather part of a larger framework designed to help you explore your past, make sense of your present, and move forward with greater clarity and resilience.

What I love most about this work is witnessing transformation which includes seeing people become empowered, make choices that truly serve them, and reconnect with their authentic selves. I believe we all have the capacity to move past our trauma and build a life worth living, and my role is to help create the conditions for that growth to unfold. If you’re ready to begin your own journey of self-discovery and change, let’s work together to tap into your inner strength and build a future that aligns with you and your values.

My credentials

• Master of Arts, Counselling Psychology (2022)

• Bachelor of Arts, Psychology (Hons.) (2015)

• EMDRIA-approved EMDR Basic Training (2022)

• Internal Family Systems, Online Circle (2022)

• Neurobiology of Attachment (2023)

• Internal Family Systems Immersion (2023)

• Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy (2024)

• Psychedelic-Informed Internal Family Systems (2024)

• The Sovereignty Method, Level 1 (2025)

• Internal Family Systems Trauma Treatment Program (2025)

Education & Professional Development

License & Memberships

• College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, RP, Registration # 11627

• Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, Member # 11241228

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