the heart behind
the practice
Daniel Wayow
BA (Honours), MACP, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Practice Director
As a therapist, I have a deep passion for truly seeing people. I believe that everyone has the capacity within themselves to become who they were born to be.
We all go through bumps along the way—and sometimes we get lost. We often need someone to walk alongside us, encourage us, sit with us in our grief, call us higher, or to just be present with us without judgment.
Areas of Practice
I help clients overcome life-barriers related to: Depression, addiction, spiritual direction, sexuality, trauma and PTSD, men’s issues, religious trauma, relationship issues, attachment styles, and life transitions.
Modalities
I work from a trauma-informed and culturally competent perspective, using a variety of frameworks, including: CBT, ERP, DBT, Narrative Therapy, SFT, and EFT. My therapeutic approach is tailored to your specific needs, goals, and experiences. I am client-centered and strength-based at the foundation of my treatment. I believe in the holistic treatment of the entire human being, considering aspects of the mind, body, soul, and spirit in treatment.
Background
Daniel Wayow is a highly skilled and educated Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in Ontario, with a strong academic background and a commitment to providing compassionate and effective care. With a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in Criminology and Forensic Psychology and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Daniel has a deep understanding of the complexities of the human experience. Currently undergoing certification as a nutrition coach and personal trainer, he encourages holistic care for his clients’ well-being by continuously enhancing his health and wellness expertise to provide multi-faceted support.
As a first-generation Canadian of Indo-Carribean descent, Daniel honours the complex intersections of culture and faith in mental healthcare. He has over a decade of ministry experience serving as a young adults and worship leader, and has served in mission trips across the world, including India, Uganda, and several Latin American nations. He has worked with multiple organizations and churches of various denominations within the Christian faith.
Daniel maintains the highest standards of care as the Practice Director of Saxum Counselling and Coaching. His mission is to build a team of skilled and compassionate clinicians who share his vision of providing accessible, inclusive therapy to the community, and supporting individuals and families on their journey to personal growth and well-being. Daniel is passionate about increasing access to quality, biblically-grounded mental health services through his practice.
The Saxum Philosophy
Saxum is the Latin word for “rock” or “stone” - which is what forms the core belief of our practice at Saxum Counselling and Coaching. In a world where mental health care is expanding, we saw a gap: therapy that truly integrates faith, clinical excellence, and biblical truth.
We exist to help people rebuild their lives on a firm foundation—emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. With a Christ-centered, biblically grounded approach, we walk alongside clients through healing and growth, offering compassionate care that treats the whole person.
We believe resilience doesn’t just come from coping, but from anchoring your life in something unshakable. Our mission is to create a space for transformational therapy that empowers you to build your life through faith and clinical healing - one stone at a time.