Is a registered clinical counselor and a member of the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counselors (BCACC), and the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) with the designation of Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC).
For the past 12 years, she has been offering counselling services. Dr. Ghorbankhani holds a Doctorate Degree in Psychology (PsyD) and has conducted several research, including one that delved into the Educational, Mental, and Emotional Effects of Delayed Assessment and Educational Alterations for Gifted Students. Her master’s degree thesis, “Narcissus and Echo: Narcissistic Personality Disorder Examined,” brought to light the complexities of narcissistic personalities and their influence on those around them.
She specializes in various practice areas, encompassing adaptations, relationships, giftedness, cross-cultural counselling, anxiety, and depression.
What sets Dr. Ghorbankhani apart is her holistic approach to therapy. She emphasizes the importance of supporting individuals as a whole, rather than merely addressing some of their symptoms. She collaboratively and nonjudgmentally works with her clients to develop personalized treatment plans that are tailored to their unique needs and goals.
Her therapeutic methods are grounded in evidence-based practices while keeping herself informed about the latest used research and technique methods in psychology. She is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which, when necessary, complements her therapeutic work.
Areas of Focus
Youth, Couples, Family Dynamics, Anxiety, Immigration Adaptation, PTSD, ADHD, Relationships, Career/ Education Counselling, Group Therapy.
Age group: Youth, Adults, Couples, Family
Professional Development
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
EMDR
Solution Focus
Couples Therapy
Personal Interests
In her free time, Dr. Sherry likes to relax doing Meditation and Mindfulness practices, play Tennis, and enjoy reading and writing and walking her dog which she loves greatly. She values spending quality time with her family and friends. She is a goal-oriented person, driven by a strong passion toward causes that are close to her heart, especially those related to children, individuals’ adaptation, goal setting and helping people regardless if they are her friends, or her clients she supports them to overcome the challenges and the barriers they face in their personal life, academics or their careers.
Is a registered clinical counselor and a member of the British Columbia Association of Clinical C...
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Is a registered clinical counselor and a member of the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counselors (BCACC), holding a master’s degree in clinical psychology. With over 20 years of hands-on experience in therapeutic and clinical settings.
As an immigrant, Nakisa brings a unique perspective to her counseling practice, enabling her to offer compassionate support to individuals navigating challenging life transitions, including anxiety, depression, and grief.
She is dedicated to empowering clients to address trauma, drawing from her training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Nakisa believes in the importance of patience and adaptability when working with youth, striving to meet their diverse needs through clear and effective communication, empathy, and active listening.
She conducts thorough assessments to understand the mental health concerns, emotional struggles, behavioral patterns, and family dynamics of children, adolescents, and youths. Nakisa’s expertise in family counseling helps improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen family relationships.
In her therapeutic approach, Nakisa utilizes a variety of modalities tailored to each client’s unique needs and values. Nakisa’s areas of practice include anxiety, depression, grief, anger management, women’s concerns, relationship issues, self-confidence, assertiveness, trauma, life transitions, PTSD, adjustment and adaptation, divorce and separation, isolation, social anxiety, ADHD, school difficulties, and work-related challenges.
Areas of Focus
Anxiety, Depression, Immigration Adaptation, PTSD, ADHD, Relationships, Career Counselling
Age group: Youth, Adults, Couples, Family
Professional Development
EMDR
Short -Term Analytic Psychology
Family Therapy
Is a registered clinical counselor and a member of the British Columbia Association of Clinical C...
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Forooz is a dedicated registered clinical counsellor and art therapist passionate about fostering mental and emotional well-being. She is honoured to walk with her clients in whatever they are going through and help them make art part of their journey to wholeness. She genuinely believes in the restorative and enriching power of art as a tool in therapy and is deeply committed to guiding individuals toward self-discovery, empowerment, and resilience while helping one’s emotional, psychological, and physical healing from trauma.
The opportunity to live, work, and study abroad and in Canada has helped her promote helping many people with different experiences from different cultures and creating a safe space where they can feel free and comfortable to ‘let it all out. Forooz’s empathetic and client-centred approach creates a supportive space for her clients to navigate challenges, cultivate resilience, and tap into their innate strengths. She welcomes a collaborative approach and offers verbal and art therapy to adults, youth, and children; she employs a confidential and highly ethical frame to her work.
Having been an artist her entire life, Forooz incorporates art therapy into her sessions and harnesses the transformative power of creative expression to help clients explore their inner thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a safe and non-verbal manner. Drawing from 22 years of immersive mindfulness and spiritual exploration practice, she emphasizes a holistic approach to mental health, valuing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. She specializes in art therapy, depression, anxiety, spiritual growth, eating disorders, and life transitions.
As a practitioner deeply rooted in the values of mindfulness, meditation, and spirituality, she embodies a holistic approach to mental health, inspiring individuals to engage in a transformative journey toward healing, self-acceptance, and inner peace.
Forooz provides counselling in English and Farsi and is available in person and online.
Forooz is a dedicated registered clinical counsellor and art therapist passionate about fostering...
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Gillian is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) and Canadian Certified Counsellor Supervisor (CCC-S) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). She has also served as President Elect, President, and Past President of the Counsellor Educators and Supervisors Chapter (CES Chapter) and is currently the Director of Counsellor Education with CCPA. She has a PhD in Curriculum Theory and Philosophy of Education, and a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology and over 28 years of experience in therapeutic settings, such as elementary and secondary school counselling, counsellor clinical supervision, and counsellor education at the graduate level. She works with all ages from children and youth to adults.
Gillian believes in creating a non-judgemental and accepting space for you to feel supported in the healing process and take control of your mental health. She will assist you with the identification of a starting point and work collaboratively with you to set the course for therapy and generate the goals you would like to achieve. There may also be stumbling blocks to be discovered along the way that are causing you difficulty and unpacking these old emotions will help reduce the emotive stronghold over you and help you gain insight and improvement.
Finally, you determine the next chapter in your life, how you want to live life with meaningful purpose, and according to your core values.
Gillian is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) and Canadian Certified Counsellor Supervisor (CC...
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