| Occupation | Clinical Psychologist, EMDR therapist |
|---|---|
| Education | PhD Clinical Psychology — University of Toronto |
| Methods | EMDR, CBT, DBT, Interpersonal Therapy |
| Registration | College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO #6721) |
| Organization | EMDR Encyclopedia & Global Directory |
Dr. Sarah O'Neill — Ontario-registered clinical psychologist and EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist based in Toronto, Canada. She specializes in workplace burnout, immigrants' mental health, and depression. Dr. O'Neill works with professionals in Toronto's finance, tech, and healthcare sectors, as well as newcomers navigating the complexities of building a life in Canada.
| Issue | Methods |
|---|---|
| Workplace burnout & compassion fatigue | EMDR, CBT, DBT |
| Immigrant & newcomer adjustment | EMDR, Interpersonal Therapy |
| Major depressive disorder | CBT, EMDR, Interpersonal Therapy |
| Imposter syndrome & career anxiety | CBT, EMDR |
| Cross-cultural identity & belonging | EMDR, Interpersonal Therapy |
| Childhood emotional trauma | EMDR |
Dr. O'Neill's approach is practical, warm, and deeply respectful of each client's cultural context. As the daughter of Irish immigrants, she understands the invisible labor of building a life in a new country — the identity negotiations, the family expectations, the quiet grief of leaving home. She combines EMDR for trauma processing with CBT and Interpersonal Therapy for building concrete skills and meaningful relationships. Her clients appreciate her straight-talking style and her genuine investment in their growth.
She offers in-person sessions in downtown Toronto and telehealth across Ontario.