Liya Niu

About Liya

Welcome — I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a registered psychotherapist and social worker at Oak Therapy, providing compassionate, practical, and goal-focused counselling for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, workplace challenges, and life transitions. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhealthy patterns, or unsure how to move forward. Together, we work to build emotional regulation skills, strengthen self-esteem, improve communication, and develop healthier coping strategies. I also provide support for: • Anger management • Workplace stress and burnout • Motor vehicle accident (MVA) recovery • Short- and long-term disability claims • WSIB-related counselling • PTSD and trauma recovery My approach is collaborative, structured when needed, and always tailored to your unique goals. I integrate evidence-based modalities while creating a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space. Reaching out takes courage — and I look forward to supporting you.

Trained at: Master of Social Work (MSW), McMaster University
Member of: McMaster University · SASW · BCCSW · OCSWSSW

Services & prices

9 options across 9 treatments · Direct billing

Anger Management

Anger management therapy helps you understand your triggers, manage strong emotions, and develop healthier ways to respond to anger and conflict.

60 min

Couple's Counselling

This service supports couples experiencing relationship distress, communication breakdown, recurring conflict, or trust-related concerns.

60 min

Family Counselling

This service supports families experiencing conflict, behavioral concerns, parenting challenges, or relationship breakdown.

60 min

Grief and Loss Counselling

Grief and loss counselling provides a supportive space to process difficult emotions, adjust to change, and navigate loss at your own pace.

60 min

Harm Reduction Counselling

Harm reduction counselling provides a non-judgmental space to explore substance use, reduce related risks, and develop practical strategies that support your well-being and personal goals.

60 min

MVA Counselling

MVA counselling provides support for individuals experiencing emotional or psychological challenges following a motor vehicle accident, helping with coping, recovery, and overall well-being.

60 min

PARs Program

Partner Assault Response (PAR) counselling supports individuals in understanding harmful relationship behaviors, developing healthier coping and communication skills, and building safer, more…

60 min

Regular Individual Counselling

This service offers one-on-one therapy for adults experiencing emotional distress, mental health concerns, or life challenges.

60 min

SOTP Program

The SOTP (Sex Offender Treatment Program) provides a structured, non-judgmental space to address harmful sexual behaviours, develop healthy coping strategies, strengthen accountability, and reduce…

60 min