I am writing this in support of Lillian Benrubi, whom, over the course of several years, I have come to know as an excellent therapist and to whom I refer almost exclusively.  It is generally accepted in family practice that family physicians see several patients daily that come partially or solely for psychological and emotional difficulties.  Although many of us become proficient at providing very basic supportive counseling, we frequently encounter clients that are in need of professional services on a much higher level than we are able to provide.  I have had the very good fortune of being able to work closely with Ms. Benrubi on numerous occasions; and I can say quite unequivocally that my patient's response to her therapy has been strikingly positive.  Not only do my patients improve, but they enjoy and appreciate her nonjudgemental, warm and empathic attention to the many and varied problems that they bring her.  She seems equally effective across the full human spectrum; proficient with all age ranges and even with families as a whole.  On the basis of several years of experience, I can unequivocally recommend her as a top-notch and eclectic therapist, who brings a very respectful and individually tailored approach to all of her clients.  Y. Dukesz, M.D.
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Lillian Benrubi 
MSW, RSW
Professional Profile
Inspired by mentors in her early life, supporting her through her own challenges, Lillian felt a  strong desire to be a therapist from a young age.  Possessing a natural ability to connect with people, and with the benefit of wisdom gained from meeting her own life's challenges, Lillian developed a strong foundation of compassion and personal experience.  With this at the core, she chose to go on to develop a career as a therapist. 

Lillian graduated from York University with a BA in Psychology;  then went on to complete her Master's in Social Work at the University of Toronto in 1992.  Since graduating, she has worked with children, youths, families, individual adults, and couples; within organizations, and in private practice.  

She has been rated as one of the three best rated marriage counselors in Newmarket.

Alongside her private practice, she provides trauma therapy and consultation to mental health organizations in the GTA, and is contracted by the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care as Social Worker.

Lillian is registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.  
She is an associate member of Dr. Dan Dalton Associates Psychological Services.
She is registered online with Psychology Today, Theravive, and Psychotherapy Matters.
Lillian is a certified NLP Practitioner/Coach, and is a member of The American Board of Neuro Linguistic Programming, the American Board of Hypnotherapy, and the Timeline Therapy Association.​

Lillian has provided articles for the Nanny Robina website on matters of parenting and child psychology and is a contributing author in the book The Book of Inspiration.

She is also invited to speak on Summits and talk radio on the topic of Self-Care, Relationships, Growth and Development, etc.

Through her work with diverse client groups, ongoing training and self development,  Lillian has continued, for over 25 years, to be an effective and successful therapist.

MSW - Masters in Social Work
RSW - Registered Social Worker
Social Worker: 1- 2 years of graduate training, perhaps an internship.   A practicing social worker should be registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

"As a result of my time spent with Lillian, I have come to appreciate not only her learned skills, but her insightful intuitiveness that makes her a distinguished and unique therapist.  She is keenly perceptive, compassionate and wise.  I would recommend her services to anyone seeking guidance in their life."     
 C. Stewart
Lillian Benrubi is trained in the 
following approaches to psychotherapy:
Professional Philosophy
At different times in our lives, we are handed challenges and have to face adversity.  To help us through these difficulties we may look for support. A compassionate, well-trained, and experienced professional provides a safe environment in which to explore problems, offering the necessary guidance to work them through.  Whether clients are dealing with issues of depression, anxiety, problems in a relationship, grief/loss, trauma/post trauma or have just lost direction and feel like they need a change in life, working with Lillian can help.  Her counselling sessions offer clients the opportunity and environment needed to explore difficult or confusing terrain, to understand what is going on within them, and help them decide what they need to do to continue moving forward.  When people have a sense of direction, a sense of ease around their issues; life flows. As we experience increasing calm, a greater sense of security and self control; we can regain access to joy, contentment, and overall well-being.  

Lillian believes in the inherent strength and wisdom of every person.  She helps focus clients to understand their own personal resources, so they can develop a sense of mastery over there lives. She believes that every problem offers the opportunity to grow more confident, more effective, and feeling in control.  Supporting client's courage and self-compassion, clients learn a sense of true self worth, and come to trust in their ability to successfully handle difficult situations, emotions, or people. Adversity becomes an opportunity to reassess, to learn, to grow, and to thrive.
Lillian sees every person as the expert in his/her life.  She believes clients are creative, resourceful, and fundamentally whole. 
Having found myself confronted with challenges that I was unable to work through myself,  I contacted Lillian and immediately felt relief as her caring demeanor, combined with her insightful wisdom, helped me cut through the confusion to both find and focus on the issues which were troubling me.  Lillian is very intuitive and skilled at getting results.  I would highly recommend anyone who finds themselves in need of expert care, to assist in sorting out the challenges that life can throw at us, to contact Lillian.  You will find relief and get answers.  
-T. Greschuck