Yaroslav Grechkin | Psychotherapy in Hawkesbury and virtually across Ontario & Nova Scotia
If you’ve been carrying the feeling that you’re not good enough—constantly questioning yourself, worrying about disappointing others, or fearing rejection—you are not alone. You might replay conversations, overthink messages, struggle to say no, seek reassurance, or feel deeply affected by criticism, conflict, or signs of distance from someone you care about.
Living this way can be exhausting. You may know logically that you’re capable, lovable, and doing your best, yet still struggle to feel it emotionally. These patterns aren’t signs of weakness or failure. They often develop as ways of protecting yourself after difficult experiences, painful relationships, unmet emotional needs, or learning that love and acceptance had to be earned. What once helped you cope may now be keeping you from experiencing greater confidence, connection, and peace.
Hi, I’m Yaroslav (Y for short), a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and a Registered Counselling Therapist (Candidate) with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists (NSCCT). I provide therapy for adults, adolescents, and couples in Hawkesbury and virtually across Ontario & Nova Scotia.
I believe therapy should be a place where you don’t have to perform, hide parts of yourself, or pretend everything is okay. My goal is to create a space where you feel emotionally safe, deeply understood, and accepted as you are. Together, we’ll explore the patterns behind your thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and relationships, understand where they come from, and develop healthier ways of responding.
My approach integrates EMDR, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Schema Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Using EMDR alongside these approaches, we’ll work through distressing experiences, quiet your inner critic, understand and regulate your emotions, recognize the fears driving your reactions, and challenge painful beliefs such as “I’m not good enough,” “I’ll be rejected,” or “I have to be perfect to be accepted.” Together, we’ll build self-compassion, confidence, emotional balance, and more fulfilling relationships.
In my work with clients, I use an integrative, trauma-informed and strengths-based approach, with the help of several evidence-based modalities, to support your growth and healing. My approach to psychotherapy is rooted in:
Client-centered Counselling
Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
EMDR
The Gottman Method
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
With advanced training in both the sciences and counselling psychology, Yaroslav takes a holistic approach that considers the connections between mind and body. A committed life-long learner, he continues to deepen his expertise in evidence-based practices while offering clients care that is both personalized and responsive to their needs.
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University, 2023-2026
Master of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, University of Ottawa, 2017-2019
Building on a foundation in counselling psychology, I am dedicated to continuous professional growth to enhance my capacity for culturally sensitive and compassionate care. My ongoing training covers anxiety and mood disorders, chronic stress, and life transitions, enabling me to provide youth, adults, and couples with support that is both evidence-based and attuned to the real-world challenges they encounter.
EMDR Foundational Training, October 2026, (Envision, 40 hours)
Complete Internal Family Systems (IFS) Immersion Training, June 2026, PESI Trainings (Dr. Richard Schwartz & Dr. Frank Anderson, 35 hours)
EMDR from Start to Finish Training, May 2026, PESI Trainings (Dr. Arielle Shwartz & Stacy Ruse, 34 hours)
The Foundation of Sexual Wellness: A Holistic Approach, November 2025 (AASECT, Trainer: Taylor McConnachie, 2.5 hours)
L1 Gottman Method Training for Couples Counselling, October 2025, (The Gottman Institute, 11 hours)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Training, September 2025, PESI Trainings (Dr. Richard Sears, 15 hours
Addictions-Informed Clinician Training, September 2025, PESI Trainings (Dr. J Eric Gentry, 12.5 hours)
Certified Trauma Professional, September 2025, PESI Trainings (Dr. Robert Lusk, 12.5 hours)
Certification Training, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, August 2024, PESI Trainings (Dr. Lane Pederson, 26 hours)
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy Skills Training for Children and Adolescents: Rescuing the Dysregulated Child, August 2024, PESI Trainings (Dr. Jean Eich, 7 hours)
Telehealth and DBT: Best Practices, Essential Skills and Ensuring Safety, August 2024, PESI Trainings (Dr. Lane Pederson, 3 hours).
“Everyone’s story is unique, which means therapy should be, too. My goal is to create a space where you feel empowered and supported as you take steps toward the life you want.”
