Meet Rafael Torres

Rafael Torres (he/him) is a Registered Psychotherapist. He has a masters degree in public health and a bachelors degree in psychology, he also holds a honours certificate in addictions and mental health. In 2024-25, he completed a Bridge to Registration and Employment in Mental Health (BREM - Cohort 11).

Originally from Brazil, he has been living in Toronto/ON since 2017.

Rafael has over 12 years of experience in psychosocial and educational settings in South and North America (Brazil and Canada), including experiences with counselling, volunteering, program coordination, and team management.

A proud member of both the 2SLGBTQ+ (Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer , or those who identify with another non-binary gender or minority sexual identity) and Latinx communities, he has professional knowledge working as a community counsellor for the 2SLGBTQ+, immigrant, and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour) communities, coordinating projects connected to mental health and wellness for newcomers, and managing mental health and interprofessional teams.

Rafael is a true believer in the benefits of counselling, and encourages anyone to look for this professional support when experiencing some challenges. Rafael Torres was a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) between 2020-2025, and is currently a member of the Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals (OAMHP) since 2024.