ALVI DANDAL, PH.D., DOCTORAL ASSOCIATE

(He/Him)

Alvi completed his M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical and Counseling Psychology at the University of Toronto.

Alvi provides evidence-based treatment and assessments for a broad range of concerns among adults and couples, including but not limited to issues such as low mood, grief, depression, perfectionism, self-criticism, anxiety (e.g., social anxiety, panic attacks, generalized anxiety), post-traumatic stress disorder including complex trauma (e.g., childhood abuse, sexual assault), relationship difficulties, general life stressors, gender and sexual identity concerns (i.e., navigating heteronormativity, cisnormativity, and/or allonormativity), and emotional regulation difficulties. Alvi works with couples who are experiencing a range of relationship difficulties, including but not limited to emotional awareness and communication skills, infidelities and betrayals, managing conflict, and intersectional-related concerns (e.g., 2SLGBTQAI+; race/ethnicity).

Alvi specializes in Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), an evidence-based intervention effective for addressing a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship difficulties for couples. Guided by an intersectional lens (e.g., race/ethnicity, ability, gender, sexuality, class, religion) and grounded in a cultural humility framework, Alvi strives to create a safe, nonjudgmental space in therapy. In his sessions, he balances structure with open exploration, ensuring flexibility to meet each client’s unique needs. His past clients and clinical supervisors describe his approach as warm, thoughtful, and empathic. Overall, Alvi aims to be a steady and consistent presence in his clients’ journey toward healing and positive well-being. 

Please note that our associates work with many presenting issues, some of which are not listed in this biography. Please speak to our intake team at 647-496-0457 for more information.