A safe space to pause, reflect, and begin healing

Experience online psychotherapy and counseling without leaving home.

Therapy for life’s emotional challenges

Online sessions designed to help you feel clearer, calmer, and more connected.

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We see hear you.

You're not alone in this.

Does this sound familiar?

Exhausted by constant worry?
Unable to switch off at night?
Feeling the impact on your relationships and sense of self?

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The good news?

You can feel better.

Not overnight, but step by step

With my experience, you don’t just recover, you build lasting skills and resilience for the future. Discover the long-term benefits and see exactly how I can support you on your journey.

Long term benefits

Over time, a mental health counselor can help you transform your life.

Get unstuck

Unhelpful patterns can be identified, emotional blocks can be worked through, and greater clarity and direction can begin to emerge.

Connect deeply

Deeper connections can be strengthened, communication can improve, and relationship challenges can be navigated with care and compassion.

Gain confidence

Self-trust can be strengthened, emotional resilience can grow, and greater confidence can develop in responding to life’s challenges.

Find peace

A supportive space can help cultivate inner calm, process difficult emotions, and create a greater sense of peace within yourself.

How we can support you

Comprehensive care tailored to your unique needs.

Individual therapy Adults

Individual therapy for adults provides a safe and supportive space to pause, reflect, and better understand thoughts, emotions, and experiences.

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Adolescent

Therapy for adolescents provides a safe and supportive space to explore emotions, manage challenges, and build healthy coping and relationship skills.

Maternal Mental Health Psychotherapy

Maternal mental health therapy offers support through the emotional challenges of motherhood, including identity changes, stress, and postpartum experiences, in a safe and compassionate space.

Vision
Loss

Support in navigating changes in vision. Vision loss can stir up many emotions, from fear and frustration to grief, anxiety, and deep sadness.

Minority & BIPOC Mental Health

Culturally sensitive support for BIPOC individuals navigating identity, discrimination, and the impact of cultural expectations on mental health.

Parent Child
therapy

Parent-child therapy provides a safe and supportive space where parents and children can strengthen their relationship, improve communication, and work through emotional, behavioural, or developmental challenges together.

We work with major insurance providers

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Areas of focus

Specialized support for specific challenges.

Welcome to Hayat Embodied Therapy,
where balance isn't about perfection,
it's about being human.

Laiba hayat

Meet our founder - Laiba Hayat

With over four years of experience, I support adults, teens, mothers, and women navigating reproductive health, as well as individuals with visual disabilities and those from minority communities.

My work is deeply rooted in both professional training and lived experience as a South Asian therapist, allowing me to understand the cultural, familial, and societal pressures that often go unspoken.

Through my clinical work and community involvement, I aim to create a space that feels compassionate, grounded, and genuinely understanding of the unique challenges each person carries.

I offer thoughtful, personalized support through evidence-based approaches tailored to your individual needs. Therapy is a space where you can slow down, breathe, and show up as you are—without pressure to have everything figured out, to explain yourself perfectly, or to meet anyone else’s expectations. This is your space to be real, to be heard, and to feel supported in a way that feels natural and safe.

I hold your lived experience with deep care and respect, recognizing how culture, identity, family dynamics, and life experiences shape who you are. Together, we move at a pace that feels right for you, gently exploring both your strengths and the parts of you that may feel overwhelmed, unseen, or exhausted. My approach is always rooted in empathy, cultural awareness, and a genuine commitment to helping you feel understood, supported, and empowered in your healing journey.

Who I Am?

I’m Laiba Hayat, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). As a woman, a daughter, and someone whose own lived experiences have shaped my path into this work, I bring a deep sense of empathy, understanding, and intention into every space I hold. My journey into therapy is rooted not only in professional training, but in personal insight—recognizing the complexities of identity, culture, family expectations, and the quiet struggles that are often carried alone.

These experiences have shaped how I show up as a therapist: with warmth, humility, and a genuine respect for each person’s story. I strive to create a space that feels human and connected—where you feel seen not just for what you’re going through, but for who you are at your core.

I offer a safe and supportive space where you can show up as you are, without pressure to perform, explain everything perfectly, or have all the answers. Your experiences, emotions, and identity are met with care and without judgment, creating space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings with compassion, curiosity, and understanding.

My approach is grounded in respect for your lived experience, including the ways relationships, culture, family history, and identity shape who you are. I draw on evidence-based methods, empathy, and understanding, and tailor support to your individual needs. Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, identity exploration, or life transitions, I offer a supportive space to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

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Frequently
Asked Questions

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Q1: What can I expect in my first therapy session?

Your first session is a chance to get to know your therapist, share what brought you to therapy, and discuss your goals. It’s a safe space to ask questions and explore what support feels right for you.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, depressed, or struggling with relationships, identity, or life transitions, therapy can provide guidance, coping strategies, and emotional support.

Therapy is a process, and progress varies for each individual. Some people notice changes in a few sessions, while others benefit from ongoing support. The goal is lasting growth and understanding.

Yes. Only online sessions are available, offering support from the comfort and privacy of your home.

You can reach out via our website or phone to schedule a consultation. We’ll help you find a therapist and plan a first session that meets your needs.