I am a trauma-informed therapist who works with children, youth, and adults navigating a wide range of challenges, including grief and loss, identity formation, and dual cultural identity. I work with youth aged 10 and above, as well as adults, and my practice is grounded in compassion and cultural sensitivity. I have a particular interest in supporting individuals who are neurodivergent, including youths and adults with ADHD, as well as those adjusting to major life transitions such as changes to family structure, relationships, school or career, relocation, and cultural adjustment. I also work with clients experiencing complex PTSD.
I support clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and the complexities of living between two cultures. I often work with youth who are reflecting on their values, beliefs, and sense of self. My approach is integrative, drawing on cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), humanistic modalities, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which I incorporate into my trauma-informed work when appropriate.
I have volunteered with the Sexual Assault Centre during my undergraduate studies and am a Board Member of the Baba Nanak Trust Foundation, a South Asian organization dedicated to increasing access to mental health resources in our community.
I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Alberta and my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. In my spare time, I enjoy boxing, writing, and leading candle-making classes. I am also a published writer, and the books I have written address mental health taboos within the South Asian community, with the goal of creating space for dialogue, healing, and cultural understanding.