• Mary Mikhail, Registered Social Worker

    Hi – I’m Mary, and I use she/her pronouns.

    Life can be unpredictable, messy, and at times, deeply painful. You may be carrying experiences that feel too heavy to manage on your own, or emotions that seem to come in waves—confusing, overwhelming, or hard to explain. Maybe you’ve tried to push through, but something inside is telling you it’s time to slow down and reach out for support.

    I know that when you’re in a dark place, it can feel like something is fundamentally wrong with you—or like you’re too much, not enough, or beyond help. But you’re not broken, even if it feels that way. Healing isn’t about fixing who you are—it’s about gently getting to know yourself, piece by piece, with compassion and patience.

    In therapy, I offer a space where you don’t have to pretend or hold it all together. You can show up exactly as you are—messy, numb, overwhelmed, or unsure—and still be met with warmth, respect, and care. I believe that real healing begins with genuine connection and is supported by approaches that are grounded in both science and empathy.

    Rainy days are a part of life, and while I can’t make them disappear, I can help you find the tools to weather them with greater ease and self-compassion. Together, we’ll create meaningful change—so you can move forward with more clarity, connection, and confidence.

    Mary is currently accepting clients for virtual daytime and evening appointments. 

    Book Now

    Professional Experience and Approach

    I am a registered social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. I earned a Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) from York University and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University.

    I have extensive experience working with individuals navigating addiction, mood and anxiety disorders, personality disorders, complex trauma, and PTSD. Whether you’re dealing with emotional dysregulation, relationship struggles, or just feeling overwhelmed—I’m here to help you reconnect with yourself and your sense of possibility.

    My approach is empathetic, client-centered, and trauma-informed. I draw from thoroughly researched therapeutic modalities to provide care that’s tailored to your unique needs. I’m not here to tell you who to be—I’m here to walk beside you as you explore your story, build resilience, and rediscover your inner strength.

    I am not what happened to me

    I am what I choose to become.

      

    – Carl Jung 

    My Practice and Credentials

    My favorite therapeutic modalities

    My areas of expertise

    Professional associations that I belong to:

    • Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

    Ready to get started? Reach out today!

    Call, text, or email using the information/form below. Our administrative team will answer any questions you might have and learn how we can help you. If you’re interested in working with me, please let them know at this time.

    Prefer to book on your own? Don’t want to wait for the office to open? Click the link below to schedule a consultation.

    You will then be connected with me for a free 15-minute consultation.

    This is a chance for us to meet, for you to ask me any questions, and for you to tell you a bit about my approach so that you can determine if I’m the right fit for you.

    Schedule your first therapy appointment and begin your healing journey!

    By submitting this form via this web portal, you acknowledge and accept the risks of communicating your health information via this unencrypted email and electronic messaging and wish to continue despite those risks. By clicking "Yes, I want to submit this form" you agree to hold Brighter Vision harmless for unauthorized use, disclosure, or access of your protected health information sent via this electronic means.