I am an intern counsellor, which means that I have completed my formal education, and I am now able to see clients under the supervision of a more experienced therapist. I hold a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree and a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Alberta and I am currently enrolled in my last term at Yorkville University in the Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology practicum. I am a student member of the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) and both myself and my practicum supervisor are held to the highest ethical and professional standards as determined by the BCACC when working with clients.

I am a passionate professional who continues to strive to improve my skillset while bringing passion to working with both youth and adults in hopes of providing them further opportunities to thrive and grow as they overcome the challenges of life.  My culturally informed style of counselling is a blend of humanistic and client-centered theoretical approaches in which I apply a variety of different techniques based on the need of the individual client.

 I have been blessed with a vast range of experiences in my professional career as a teacher, program director, athlete, coach, father of 3 adult children, and a small business owner. As a result of these opportunities and experiences, I feel I have a balanced perspective and a wide range of skills, interests, and abilities that make me very adaptable to any new challenge set before me. I also feel that this well-rounded skill set, coupled with having overcome challenges in my own life will serve me well as I continue to seek new opportunities to connect with and help people as a counsellor.

One form of therapy that I offer is one that is music-integrated, using a brief singing lesson at the beginning of the session. This can be helpful with those who are seeking to modulate their autonomic nervous system, reduce anxiety, depression, and stress, while building skills that will encourage mindfulness, self-confidence, and competency.

Some Specific Types of Therapy I Offer:
-Music-integrated Therapy
-Child and Youth Counselling
-Play Therapy
-Couples Therapy
-Seniors Counselling
-Virtual as well as In-Person
Some of the areas I can support you with include:
-Trauma
-Anxiety
-Depression                                                         -Building self-confidence, self-esteem, and sense of self
-Parenting
-Relationships
-Time management
-Stress management
-Goal setting
-Mindfulness-based techniques
-Health and wellness
-Personal development
-Life Transitions
-Burnout

In 2010, I moved to Canada at the age of 13 with my parents with about 200 words in my vocabulary. Thanks to the cultural diversity in Vancouver, I had the opportunity to interact and connect with people from all over the world that grew up in all sorts of different settings. These experiences of being a Chinese adolescent, Asian Canadian teenager and adult has given me a unique perspective and passion for the human condition. This passion led to me pursuing my Master of Counselling Psychology at Adler University in 2021.

I mainly work through a holistic approach focusing on genuine human connection and self-awareness. In our sessions together, we might explore any unfinished business from the past, problems you are facing in the present, or goals for the future. I can offer both an accepting environment to process your experiences and concrete skills to improve your quality of life.

Some days life feels extra difficult. You might have difficulty making the connection you want with the people around you; you might face some really hard decisions that seem impossible to make; you might be dealing with anxiety, depression, or anything else and just want life to be a little easier. Regardless of your goals, or whether you even have one, I am here to listen and help you figure things out.

I truly believe that through my help, all my clients can come to recognize what they have and what they need to live a more fulfilled and healthy life. It is always an honor to see clients grow and achieve their goals. Some of my specialization include:

• Anxiety
• Assertiveness
• Boundaries
• Communication
• Goal setting
• Interpersonal conflicts
• Life transitions
• Self-awareness
• Self-esteem issues
• Trauma-informed care

I come from an integrative approach to therapy, with an emphasis on emotionally focused, mindfulness, and person centered therapy. I see humans as holistic beings through a biopsychosocial lens. This means that I acknowledge the interconnection of the biological, psychological, and social dimensions playing a role in our experiences. My own South Asian background has given me window into how our perspectives are shaped by the identities we hold. I believe it is essential to flexibly collaborate with you to honor your unique context and needs. My intention is to provide a safe therapeutic space where your voice is supported.

 I am currently in the second year of my Master of Arts in Clinical Counselling Psychology program. I completed my Bachelor’s in Psychology and World Literature at SFU. I continued working as a researcher within the field, developing a keen interest in understanding the human experience. As an avid collector of books, I have always looked for meaning in the stories around me.  Over the years, I have had the privilege of working and volunteering with diverse populations, including marginalized communities, families, and children. At the heart of my approach is the therapeutic relationship, which is built on unconditional positive regard, non-judgment, empathy, safety, and a genuine alliance. Finally, I would like to acknowledge the immensely important first step you are taking in seeking therapy.

 These are some areas I can support you with:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Stress
• Self Confidence and Self-Esteem
• Life Transition
• Emotional Regulation
• Wellness
• Assertiveness/Boundary Setting
• Cultural/Racial Identity
• Family Dynamics/Conflict
• Relationship Issues
• Time Management
• Relationships
• Grief and Loss

As a therapist, I am warm, empathic, intuitive, caring, and non-judgmental. I use a holistic approach and aim to help you feel truly heard, seen, and understood. I also aim to help bring to awareness things that may not have been noticeable previously. So, part of my work includes walking a fine line between being caring and kindly challenging you in ways to think, feel, or act in different ways to promote healthy relationships and boundaries with others and yourself.

 Currently, I am completing my Master of Counselling Psychology degree at Adler University. I hope to become a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) through BCACC. Prior to graduate school, I had graduated with a Bachelor of Arts with a Psychology Major and a Gerontology Minor from Simon Fraser University. My previous experience includes volunteer work with children at BC Children’s Hospital and work as a behaviour interventionist, closely working with autistic children. I have always known that I wanted to work in a helping field. Now, I am given that opportunity and I am grateful to be able to help others through this intimate, special, and meaningful work.

 Some of the areas I can support you with include:

 Anxiety

Depression

Trauma

Life Transitions

Relationship Issues

Communication

Stress Management

Self-Esteem Issues

Assertiveness

Establishing and Maintaining Boundaries

Emotion Regulation

 The forms of therapy that I mainly use include:

 Gestalt Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

 I commend you on being courageous and taking a leap of faith in wanting to lead a more happy, meaningful life. I look forward to developing a safe, empathic, and trustworthy therapeutic relationship with you and to help address your specific needs when it comes to therapy.

I have worked as a behavioural interventionist and a youth care worker; therefore, I have experience working with children and youth on the autism spectrum. I am here to support you in expanding and developing the skills you need to manage your struggles. I have a BA in Psychology and am currently working on my MA in Counselling Psychology. Through both my educational and work experience I have developed an empathetic and non-judgemental manner and hope to support you in coping with your challenges. 

Some areas I can support you with include:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Trauma and Abuse
• Education and Learning disabilities
• Life transitions
• Self-confidence and Self-esteem
• Stress Management
• Health and Wellness 
• Child and Youth Counselling

I believe that I can help my clients recognize their strengths to lead a more fulfilled and harmonious life. It would be a privilege to be able to guide you through your journey of wellness. I look forward to connecting with you to help you achieve your unique set of therapeutic goals.

I am an intern counsellor, which means that I am able to see clients under the close supervision of a more experienced counsellor. I am currently enrolled in the Master of Clinical Counselling Psychology program at Adler University and am pursuing designation as a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) through the BCACC. I attained my undergraduate degree at Simon Fraser University, with a major in Psychology and a minor in Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology. My formal education and personal life experiences has provided me with a unique perspective on the complex mind-body connection. 

Over the past decade, I have worked in the community with children and adolescents, both neurodiverse and neurotypical. I am passionate about working with the next generation and am deeply honoured when I am given the opportunity to help a child or adolescent flourish and thrive. My hope is to support children and their families who have unique differences such as, Autism, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Sensory Processing concerns, physical health diagnoses, and other behaviour and/or academic difficulties. I also believe in a collaborative relationship with parents and other caregivers to promote a positive network of support to surround the child or youth.

Throughout the therapeutic process, we will collaborate on individualized therapeutic goals that align with your unique needs. My warm, gentle, and attentive nature will hopefully foster validation, empowerment and encouragement. While therapy is a temporary process and my greatest desire for all my clients is for them to arrive at a place where they feel they no longer need me, my door is always open. I look forward to meeting you and supporting you on your journey to wellness.

I completed a Bachelors in Psychology, Counselling and Human Development from Simon Fraser University and have pursued my Masters in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. I have been working in the helping field for several years and have specific training in areas of child development, children with special needs, parent coaching, attachment, and trauma. My specialty areas included Emotion-Focused Family Therapy, Family Systems, and overall Family enhancement. I incorporate elements of Person-Centered Therapy, CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Sensitive Approaches, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindful Based Practices. My therapeutic process involves tailoring the approach to best meet your needs and desired outcomes.

Below are the areas of specialization:

• Life transitions
• Relationship and couples counselling
• Family conflict
• Co-parenting
• Divorce and Separation
• Parenting skills and parent coaching
• Children with special needs
• Child Development
• Play Therapy
• Therapeutic access/supervised access
• Crisis intervention
• Boundary setting
• Family enhancement for families involved with MCFD
• Attachment 
• Developmental trauma
• Supporting children who have witnessed domestic violence
• Emotion regulation
• Past or current trauma
• Domestic violence or relationship abuse
• Depression and Anxiety
• Collaboration with schools and other service providers
• Behaviour Intervention
• Anxiety and depression
• Mood disorders
• Infertility and post-partum challenges
• Addictions 
• Neurodivergent Disorders
• Connection to community resources

My focus areas have given me a greater appreciation for relationships with others, including the connection in the counselling room. I value the importance of having a strong therapist-client match in order to best meet your needs. This process is a very vulnerable one. My goal is to provide therapy with compassion, understanding, and respect for the challenges and hardships that you are facing. Please watch my video and reach out to Crossroads Collective if you feel that we would be a good match.

Our work together can look many ways, as my goal is to tailor my approaches to your needs. There are a variety of lenses that will inform our work together. I believe that you have strengths and resources that can be supported and expanded, and we can look.

I also take the perspective of seeing the person in their environment. This means that I see the challenges that a person faces influenced by many different factors both in and around them, and we can explore different ways of thinking about and acting.

My practice lens is informed by seeing the person in their environment. This means that I believe that your experience is influenced by the communities and environments you interact with. Together we might explore ways to modify your surroundings and strive to find a better fit. I aim to support individuals holistically, recognizing the importance of and integrating a person’s social, emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being.

I come to you with a strengths-based and person-centered perspective; that is, I believe you have an abundance of strengths and resources to draw from. Together we can refine these strengths so you can take on new challenges.

I am completing my Master of Social Work Degree at the University of British Columbia Okanagan, and I plan to register as a clinical counsellor with the BCACC and as a social worker with the BCCSW. I have been living here in Kelowna for 7 years and take pride in helping build a resilient community. Over the past 5 years, I have worked with youth in our community delivering nature-based psychoeducation and recreation programs. I also spent time working in a restorative justice program, supporting youth, parents and families in promoting healing where interpersonal conflict and harm were experienced. I was a volunteer for a national crisis and suicide intervention line and had the honour of speaking with many individuals at very vulnerable times of their lives. I got to witness the strength and resilience people have when given the opportunity to be heard. From these experiences, I have a better understanding of the importance of unconditional positive regard, non-judgement, empathy, and genuine relationship. These are building blocks that we can use to co-create a therapeutic alliance. Lastly, I want to recognize the courage and self-awareness it takes to reach out for help. 

Some Specific Types of Therapy I Offer:

• Motivational Interviewing
• Child and Youth Counselling
• Using the outdoors in therapy
• Play Therapy
• Virtual as well as In-Person

Some of the areas I can support you with include:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Stress Management
• Life Transitions
• Career Planning
• Goal Setting
• Behaviour Change
• Boundaries
• Self-Esteem

My goal as a counselling intern is to create a safe space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings, build resilience, and develop the skills they need to live fulfilling and meaningful lives. I believe that each client is unique, and I strive to tailor my approach to fit your individual needs. I will work collaboratively with you to develop personalized strategies and coping skills to help you work through life’s challenges and achieve your goals.

I am currently completing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree at Yorkville University, where I am gaining valuable knowledge and skills to support my clients on their journey towards healing and growth. I am a student member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association and am working towards pursuing my designation as a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. Prior to graduate school, I completed my Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology and Psychology at Simon Fraser University.

I primarily operate from a strength-based, client-centered integrative approach to counselling that aims to meet you where you are and help you get to where you would like to be. To do this, I draw upon a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT), emotion-focused therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based practices to name a few. As a South Asian woman, I am fluent with the added pressures and challenges of navigating cross-cultural dynamics, and I work from a culturally sensitive lens. 

Some of the areas I can help you with include, but are not limited to:

• Personal Development
• Life Transitions
• Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Stress Management
• Relationship Issues
• Interpersonal Conflicts
• Emotion Regulation
• Boundary Setting
• Trauma-Informed Care