Fionn Holding

I am a Registered Psychotherapist trained in both psychoanalytic psychotherapy and DBT, bringing together depth-oriented insight with practical skills-based interventions. My practice is neurodiversity-affirming, with extensive clinical experience supporting clients with autism, ADHD, and other forms of neurodivergence as well as mood disorders, anxiety, complex trauma, grief, issues related to sexuality and gender and life transitions. My work is grounded in creating a safe, authentic and therapeutic space and I adapt my approach to each client’s cognitive, sensory and communication needs; integrating reflective exploration with concrete strategies for executive functioning.

I love the puzzle of figuring out how to best work with each individual person! Additionally I enjoy participating in peer consultation and I have an ongoing interest in evidence informed practice and professional development. On a personal note, I originally come from Aotearoa, New Zealand and have lived in Toronto for over 10 years - I recently became a Canadian Citizen.

In my spare time I enjoy writing and performing music, painting, drawing and spending time in nature.

Registered Psychotherapist at Private Practice (2015 – Present)

• Providing individual psychotherapy to a diverse adult population using integrative, trauma informed and relational approaches (including DBT, mindfulness, person centred and psychoanalytic) to help in the areas of autism, ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, grief, relationship issues and life transitions
• Providing case formulation, psychotherapeutic assessments in order to design adapted therapeutic approaches to meet clients’ needs.
• Short term structured and long term explorative work
• Maintaining detailed clinical records in compliance with CRPO standards; familiarity with various note keeping systems i
• Participate in peer supervision and case consultation
• Ongoing professional development
• Experience with note taking and administrative work in Jane App

Registered Psychotherapist at The Mindfulness Clinic (2015 – 2022)

• Delivered evidence based psychotherapy to diverse adult clients, integrating mindfulness informed approaches with structured outcome monitoring
• Utilized session-by-session client feedback tools and standardized progress questionnaires to assess therapeutic response, guide clinical decisions and enhance treatment effectiveness
• Contributed to data informed care by systemically tracking client outcomes and engaging in reflective practice aligned with best practices in psychological research
• Maintained detailed clinical records in line with ethical and professional standards of CRPO, and participated in regular case consultations with the interdisciplinary clinical team
• Participated in clinical case conferences, peer consultation groups and supervision with a focus on clinical inquiry and evidence based practice
• Developed client centred treatment plans
• Gained a reputation for working with especially complex cases

Crisis Counsellor at Auckland Sexual Abuse Help (2013 – 2015)

• Worked closely with other clinicians, caseworks and support staff to ensure integrated care for clients navigating complex trauma, systemic barriers and justice system involvement.
• Provided short term structured psychotherapy to survivors of sexual violence using trauma informed, client-centred approaches
• Delivered acute crisis response advocacy and safety planning, including for high risk suicidal clients and those engaged with police, court and or hospital systems
• Maintained clinical notes and documentation in alignment with PBANZ (Psychotherapist Board of Aotearoa NZ) standards
• Supported clients in accessing health and justice systems and advocated for client autonomy and well being in institutional contexts
• Practiced with an awareness of intersecting oppressions and systemic violence, including working with Maori, Pacific and LGBTQIA+ clients in culturally responsive ways.

Workshop Presenter, Group Facilitator, Crisis Worker and Intern Psychotherapist at Youthline, New Zealand and Rainbow Youth, New Zealand (2006 – 2015)

• Developed and presented original workshops for schools, nonprofits and public health providers focused on mental health, sexuality, gender and inclusion, tailoring content for diverse age groups and settings
• Engaged in systems level advocacy by amplifying youth voices in program design and community consultation processes
• Wrote successful grant applications to support programming, and prepared detailed progress and outcome reports for funders, ensuring accountability and alignment with funding priorities
• Demonstrated a strong commitment to equity and anti-oppressive practice by working within frameworks grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and kaupapa Maori; in the Canadian context, this aligns with culturally safe, trauma informed practice and reconciliation principles with Indigenous communities
• Delivered crisis intervention and brief solution focused support in person and via phone and text
• Facilitated psycho-educational and therapeutic groups. Including anxiety management and emotion regulation skills based workshops
• Provided short and long term counselling to youth and adults with complex needs
• Supported clinical decision-making in high risk situations; collaborated closely with multidisciplinary teams
• Mentored and trained volunteers in Rogerian person centred therapy
• Maintained detailed clinical notes and contributed to program evaluation initiatives

Master of Psychotherapy – Auckland University of Technology (2014)

Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy – Auckland University of Technology (2009)

Bachelor of Music in Cello Performance – University of Auckland (2001)