Svetlana Antonyshyn, the founder of InnerSight Psychotherapy Inc., shares her professional passions, life journey and how she transformed her greatest tragedy into a fulfilling life by helping others live their best.

Many do not know that the professional life of a psychotherapist is often quite lonely. Traditionally, because there is no one else to work alongside or report to, the biggest concern is quality assurance when it comes to the treatment plan assigned to a given client. So imagine a psychotherapy institution comprising a team of committed healthcare professionals.

These professionals regularly attend monthly workshops, participate in one-on- one supervised case reviews, and collaborate as a team to stay updated on the latest developments and mental health care trends.

“So, one thing we do differently at InnerSight is that we place a strong emphasis on professional growth,” says Registered Psychotherapist, Relationship Counsellor, Supervisor for Psychotherapists and Founder of InnerSight Psychotherapy Inc., Svetlana Antonyshyn.

In 2017, Antonyshyn founded InnerSight as a clinic offering comprehensive and compassionate mental health care. At the core of her many objectives was to help the next generation of psychotherapists master their craft with a genuine desire to assist people. The clinic’s key feature of monthly educational workshops and regular supervision sessions provides a crucial safeguard to prevent therapists’ burnout and ensure ongoing improvement in their practices, which results in better client care.

“Life is tough and there are no guarantees. Here at InnerSight, we devote ourselves to helping people develop that internal compass, the inner strength and mental fitness to build a life worth living,” says Antonyshyn.

Clients desire genuine care and an authentic approach that allows them to feel safe, to trust and embrace the therapeutic process more than anything. No one understands this better than Antonyshyn, as she suffered a terrible loss that changed the course of her life. After the tragic loss of her young son, she turned to everything she had learned through therapy.

“I was undergoing psychotherapy treatment before the tragedy, and that was how I was able to live through this unspeakable loss. It helped me to overcome my grief and it transformed my life. So psychotherapy is more than a career to me — it is a tribute to life, because I saw firsthand how powerful and amazing it was for me. I wanted to do this for others,” says Antonyshyn.

Since 2019, the practice has consistently been recognized by the “Three Best Rated” Award of Excellence for marriage and family counselling. This independent evaluation highlights the clinic’s continued excellence and dedication to client care. Most recently, Antonyshyn received the 2024 Global Recognition Award for the clinic’s exceptional contributions to the mental health industry. This is a heartfelt reflection of the clinic’s rapid growth and commitment to providing high- quality mental health care.

The clinic’s transformation from a solo practice to a continually growing team, now with 14 psychotherapists serving over 1,500 clients, is a testament to Antonyshyn’s dedication and vision.

270 Purple Creek Rd., #202, Vaughan, ON
psychotherapyclinic.ca
@innersight.psychotherapy