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Who I work with

Individuals
Children (12+)

Therapy settings

In-person

Virtual

Phone

Availability

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
9-5pm

Languages Spoken

English
Cantonese / 廣州話
Mandarin - Chinese / 普通话

Rates

Sliding Scale

Individuals: $30-$50

I have some pro-bono spots.

Please inquire about availability of these reduced fee options.

Manyu (Charis) Qian

(She/her)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Student Therapist

Optimum Counselling Centre
Accepting new clients
Offering services in: Ontario
Practicum ends: April 30, 2026

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Get to know Manyu (Charis)

Hello, my name is Manyu (Charis) Qian, and I am currently completing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. As a student therapist, I work under supervision to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their challenges and goals.

I am passionate about supporting children, women, and individuals navigating life transitions, stress, and cultural adjustments. With over 13 years of experience teaching children in the arts, I also value the role of creative expression in emotional growth and healing.

Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, I welcome clients from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Together, we will work collaboratively to build resilience, discover your strengths, and take meaningful steps toward balance and well-being.

Who I work with

Individuals
Children (12+)

Therapy settings

In-person

Virtual

Phone

Availability

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
9-5pm

Rates

Reduced

I have some pro-bono spots.

Please inquire about availability of these reduced fee options.

A Note on Student Therapists:

Student therapists meet entry-to-practice standards of qualification (example from Ontario). Student therapists may be focusing their learning on treating a specific population, issue or use of a specific type of therapy.

These are the areas of practice on which
I am focusing my learning while in practicum:

Modalities

Cognitive-Behavioral
Solution Focused
Mindfulness

Communities

Generalist
Caregivers
Women

Issues

Generalist
Anxiety (eg. Generalized/OCD)
Depression
Career & Workplace
C-PTSD & Trauma
Family Issues
Friendship
Grief & Loss
Life Transitions (eg. Breakups/Empty-nest)
Self Esteem
Shame