Amandeep’s counselling approach is marked by warmth, genuineness, and empathy. Aimed at creating a safe space where clients can freely explore their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. Grounded in a anti-oppressive, trauma-informed and social justice framework, she acknowledges the broader societal and cultural contexts shaping individual experiences. With a genuine interest in understanding each client’s distinct story, Amandeep offers empathy and encouragement while her clients embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and transformation.

I have close to 10 years of experience in the field of mental health and social services, including working in a school setting. I believe with my background along with my identity as a woman of colour, I have learned first hand how diverse and unique peoples struggles can be. How challenging relationship dynamics can either support or disrupt life decisions. My own discovery of mental health has allowed me to understand self compassion and the importance of asking for help.

Within my sessions I draw on a variety of approaches, such as Attachment, Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioural, and Mindfulness theories. I often work with those who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, and clients that are new to therapy. Knowing therapy can appear intimidating and have a lot of uncertainty around it, I spend time understanding my clients unique experiences and goals to create a trusting environment. Whether you’re familiar with therapy or new to it, you can expect to be welcomed with kindness and acceptance. My hope as a counsellor is to give you choice in therapy, while co-creating a toolbox to help you identify, as well as manage your emotions in life.

I look forward to working with you.

Amandeep Brar (she/her)

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Megumi Serizawa is a highly-skilled Registered Nurse and NeurOptimal Neurofeedback practitioner committed to promoting holistic health and wellbeing. Megumi’s dual educational background in sociology and nursing gives her a unique and comprehensive approach to healthcare and wellness.

Incorporating her training and experience, Megumi specializes in NeurOptimal Neurofeedback, a cutting-edge technique used to optimize brain function. She firmly believes in the power of this non-invasive, natural method for reducing stress, improving mental performance, and enhancing overall health.

Megumi completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at the British Columbia Institute of Technology, where she honed her clinical skills and knowledge. As a Registered Nurse, she provides expert care and understands the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to health and healing.

She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Simon Fraser University, which equipped her with a deep understanding of societal structures, human interactions, and their impact on individual and community health. This sociological perspective allows her to consider her clients in the context of their environment, culture, and community, fostering a compassionate and empathetic approach to care.

Megumi’s patient-centered approach ensures that her clients feel heard, understood, and empowered. She strives to tailor her services to meet the unique needs of each individual. Whether you are looking to enhance your mental wellbeing, manage stress, or improve your cognitive abilities, Megumi is dedicated to guiding you on your journey towards achieving your health and wellness goals.

Book your appointment with her today.

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Shahrzad is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist and holds a Masters of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy.

She sees individuals (children and adults), couples, and families. Shahrzad supports clients to overcome relational and emotional problems in a safe and non-judgemental environment. She understands how easily we can get stuck and how profoundly the stories and wounds from the past can impact our current relationships, situations and outcomes. Through working collaboratively with clients, she approaches each individual with empathy, respect, curiosity and hope.

Shahrzad has experience working with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, PTSD, addictions and more.

Therapeutic modalities include: - EMDR - Neurofeedback - Internal Family Systems - Emotionally Focussed Therapy

She is fluent in three languages including English, Farsi, and Turkish.

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Katherine has over 25 years’ experience working with children, youth and their families. She is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master’s of Education in Counselling and a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Child and Youth Care Counselling.

“I strive to provide a safe, caring place to share and be yourself. I believe people can uncover within themselves a way of coping and relating to their experiences in life, with strength and perseverance. I believe in the resiliency of the human spirit. My aim is to help alleviate pain where possible, encourage growth, and work alongside you as you navigate through troubled waters, in a way that helps you feel at home in your sense of self, and to live authentically.

I spent 25 years working for the Surrey School District as a youth care worker supporting students who have moderate to intensive behavioural, social, and emotional complexities. I am also giving back to the community in my new role as a Mental Health Clinician. I provide direct clinical services such as intake, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and crisis intervention for children, youth and their families. I feel my experience in schools and community counselling provide me a wide range of therapeutic approaches that support all individuals that need help in their lives. I am here for you, and I can adapt to your unique needs. We can work together to custom a therapeutic approach that best fits you. I am here with you to ensure you feel heard, seen and understood. While remaining calm and present, I would feel humbled to listen to your unique, individual experiences that make you who you are in this world.

I also have extensive experience working with youth and adults who have
 development disabilities, and who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I enjoyed watching these clients thrive and meet their life skill goals.

As a compassionate Counsellor, I operate from a relational, person-centred, strengths based and trauma-informed lens. At the same time, I draw from emotionally focused, solution focused, cognitive behavioural, mindfulness-based and humanistic approaches with clients. The counselling therapies I use are based on the personal preferences and tendencies through the therapeutic relationship we develop together. 
The perspectives I work from promote healing fundamentally from empathy and compassion. I have been enjoying my twenty-five years of experience working with children, youth and their families. The relationships developed are most important to me. In my private practice my focus is with youth and adults with a variety of concerns including:

• Anxiety 
• Depression 
• Grief & Loss 
• Trauma 
• Emotional Regulation 
• Personal Growth
 • Life Transitions 
• Self-esteem 
• Conflict in relationships 
• Communication skills
 I look forward to building a genuine connection with you, to help you thrive on your life journey. You are worth it.”


~Katherine Ouano

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I have a Masters Degree in Public Health and am a Marriage and Family Therapy graduate student at Trinity Western University; I started my journey in the helping profession 15 years ago and have worked in a variety of organizations serving vulnerable children and families.

Trauma-responsive care and strength-based approaches are mainstream in my work with clients. I have experience working with multicultural families and provide culturally sensitive services.

I am proficient in both English and Amharic to provide culturally sensitive services to a diverse clientele. I specialize in working with multicultural families, ensuring that my therapeutic approach is as inclusive and accessible as possible.

As an immigrant woman myself, I relate to the existing systemic barriers marginalized communities experience and would like to work toward enhancing access to counseling services for vulnerable children and families.

I understand the importance of safety, choice, and collaboration in working with clients and my goal is to foster a therapeutic relationship that is welcoming and safe enough for you to be vulnerable and start your healing journey.

My approach honors the unique needs of individuals and families. Some therapeutic approaches I draw from include emotionally focused therapy, Bowen intergenerational therapy and Narrative therapy to help you make sense of your relationship with others, re-author your story, and re-establish your experiences in the here and now.

Some of the problem areas I help people address include (but are not limited to); premarital circumstances, anxiety, depression, couples issues, gender based violence, and parenting.

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I am enrolled in a Master of Counselling degree at City University in Vancouver. I identify as a cis-female and first-generation immigrant. I am Filipino-Canadian, and as a person of colour (POC), my purpose is to create a place for individuals to be fully seen and heard.

I use a holistic, person-centred approach integrated with evidence-based, strength-based, mindfulness, and somatic practices. Therapy is meant to be unique to your concerns, needs, and wants. Therefore, I will continuously use different practices that are unique and appropriate for you.

However, some practices you may see are Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Emotional Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Therapy, Grief and Loss, and the use of Attachment Theory and Family Systems.

Sessions are not meant to be “one-size-fits-all.” Rather, it is a space to explore, discover, and target any distressing thoughts, feelings, or behaviours and shift your relationship with those experiences so that you may come to a place of acceptance and live a life full of clarity and authenticity.

Overall, my intention is to provide clients with tangible tools and strategies to foster change and the opportunity to feel vulnerable in a safe space. We work together to increase your awareness of the present moment and ultimately add fulfillment and engagement throughout your life

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Jonathan is the senior therapist at Sojourn with over 15 years’ experience and having provided over 12,000 hours of therapy. He hold a Masters of Arts degree, is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, approved clinical supervisor, and Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in counselling and neurofeedback for individuals, couples and families.

Jon works in collaboration with his clients to find the approach that fits their circumstance, challenges, and goals. His therapeutic approach is to provide respectful support and compassion to help clients address personal life challenges. He integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a personalized approach tailored to each client. With empathy and and ear to understand, he works with each individual to help build on strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.

Jonathan is experienced and trained in helping people work through anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, relationship issues, and more.

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