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Talisa Haskins (She/ Her)
Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy
Founder and Practice Director
Registered Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor
$215 Individual Session
Daytime
When Talisa founded The Journey, her vision was simple: to create a virtual clinic where people could access meaningful, high-quality mental health support wherever they were in their therapeutic journey. As a former flight attendant, she understood firsthand how difficult it can be to access consistent care when life, work, travel, and geography don't fit neatly into a traditional model of therapy.
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Over the years, Talisa's own clinical journey has evolved alongside The Journey. When she first became a therapist, she believed she could - and should - help everyone. With experience came a deeper understanding of where her strengths, clinical interests, and lived experience intersect. She discovered that she was particularly drawn to working with people who are carrying a lot: people who are overwhelmed, burnt out, navigating major transitions, struggling in their relationships, or who have spent so long being capable for everyone else that they have lost touch with themselves.
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That realization shaped not only the way Talisa practices, but the way she built The Journey. Rather than trying to be everything to everyone, she has intentionally built a multidisciplinary team of clinicians with different experiences, perspectives, and areas of expertise - so that clients can find the right person for where they are in their own journey.
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As a Registered Psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, and practice director, Talisa remains deeply committed to high-quality, relational, accessible care. Her work is grounded in curiosity, honesty, compassion, and the belief that therapy should help us understand not only what we are experiencing, but why - and what we want to do differently.
Aviation is Personal
Talisa's connection to aviation is both personal and professional. A former flight attendant herself and part of an aviation family, she understands that working in aviation affects more than the individual wearing the uniform. The schedules, absences, operational pressures, uncertainty, and unique culture of the industry can affect partners, parents, children, and entire families.
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This perspective led Talisa to pursue doctoral research examining coping and mental health maintenance among commercial pilots. Her research deepened her understanding of the barriers aviation professionals can face when seeking mental health support, including concerns about stigma, professional consequences, and the culture of needing to remain fit, capable, and ready to work.
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Today, Talisa supports pilots, flight attendants, air traffic controllers, and other aviation professionals navigating mental health, relationships, stress, burnout, identity, and life outside of work. She also believes strongly in the “one crew concept": supporting the people who support aviation professionals matters too.
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Her work has expanded beyond individual therapy into education, consultation, mentorship, and advocacy for more accessible and aviation-informed mental health support across the industry.
Who Talisa Supports
Talisa works particularly well with:
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Aviation professionals and their families
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Professionals experiencing burnout, chronic stress, or overwhelm
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People navigating major life transitions
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People who are used to being “the capable one” but are struggling behind the scenes
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People exploring relationships, attachment, boundaries, and patterns of overfunctioning
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Individuals navigating anxiety, or significant change
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Beyond therapy:
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Clinical supervision
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Consultation
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Professional mentorship
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Aviation mental health education and advocacy
How Talisa Helps
Talisa blends different therapy approaches to fit your unique journey, including:
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – Encourages mindfulness and flexibility, helping you see that challenges exist around you, rather than defining who you are.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) – Ever seen Inside Out? This approach helps you understand the different "parts" of yourself and how they shape your thoughts, feelings, and decisions—so you can reconnect with your authentic self.
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Narrative Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Are all part of Talisa’s toolbox to help you gain insight, build resilience, and create meaningful change.
Talisa’s Credentials & Training
Get to Know Talisa
Born and raised in Southern Ontario, Talisa has always been drawn to both home and adventure. Her years working as a flight attendant gave her the opportunity to travel extensively, experience different cultures, and meet people from all walks of life-experiences that continue to shape the way she understands people and their stories.
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She is naturally curious and believes that some of the best learning happens outside of a classroom. When she's not working, you'll likely find her planning her next adventure, hiking, kayaking, getting lost in a good book, or spending time with the people she loves.
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At the heart of both her personal and professional life is a belief that our experiences shape us, but they don't have to define us. Talisa values curiosity, meaningful relationships, humour, lifelong learning, and the courage to keep growing - even when growth is uncomfortable.
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“I don't believe therapy is about fixing what's wrong with you. It's about understanding yourself well enough to make different choices.”
Work With Talisa
Talisa maintains an intentionally small clinical caseload alongside her work as Founder and Practice Director of The Journey. Her clinical practice allows her to remain connected to direct client care while also dedicating significant time to clinical supervision, mentorship, leadership, and advocacy.
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Talisa works with a select number of clients who are a good fit for her areas of experience and expertise, particularly aviation professionals, professionals experiencing burnout or overwhelm, and individuals navigating significant life transitions, relationships, identity, and change.
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She also provides clinical supervision and professional consultation for therapists and mental health professionals looking for thoughtful, relational, and practical support in their clinical work.
Interested in working with Talisa? Email her directly: talisa@thejourneycounselling.com