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I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 17 years of experience in the field of mental health and therapy. I currently offer in-person and virtual sessions in Vancouver (Broadway and Ash area), as well as in Coquitlam. I provide services to young people, adults and families. Services are offered in both Farsi and English.
My main areas of expertise are trauma, complex trauma, anxiety disorders (such as panic, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, perfectionism), self-esteem/self-image issues, sleep difficulties, stress management, life transitions/adjustment (such acculturation, transitioning into school or work), burn out and relationship issues. I have many years of experience working in both in-patient and outpatient mental health settings, which has given me invaluable knowledge and experience of supporting individuals and families dealing with severe mental health issues (including but not limited to bipolar, psychosis, severe depression and anxiety).
Some of my training includes suicide/crisis/self-harm behavior assessment, intervention and treatment. I am a certified EMDR therapist (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing for trauma), Internal Family Systems (level 1 trained0, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), CBT for Insomnia, Mindfulness-Based Stress management, Emotion Focused Family Therapy, Short-Term Solution Focused Therapy, and somatic based approaches. When working with families and youth, I take an attachment and emotion-focused approach. I believe in looking at the system as a whole and in solving the issues together.
Having immigrated to Canada as a youth, I know first hand the hardships that acculturation and culture shock can play on individuals and families. Thus, providing empathic, non-judgemental, culturally sensitive support is one of my roles as a therapist. I aim to foster an environment that is welcoming and accepting of ALL regardless of faith, culture, ethnicity, gender/identity and sexuality, where one feels safe to explore all aspects of self, without fear of any judgment or repercussion. This is where growth and healing can begin!
I offer a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation. The sessions and calls are confidential, so please don’t hesitate to contact me.
I am the Clinical Director and Founder of Unitive Wellness Clinic, where my team and I offer integrative, trauma-informed counselling services for individuals, couples, and families across British Columbia (including Vancouver and Coquitlam), both in-person and online.
The name Unitive means tending to unite or capable of uniting. This reflects the heart of our work and our core belief that healing happens not in isolation, but through connection, within ourselves and in relationship with others. We value togetherness, collaboration, and creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and understood.
At Unitive Wellness Clinic, we support clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma/complex trauma (CPTSD), OCD, emotional regulation, relationship challenges, grief/loss, sleep issues/insomnia and life transitions. We also specialize in ADHD and Autism support, Borderline Personality Disorder, and working with families and caregivers supporting children and youth with neurodivergence. We are proud to be an LGBTQ2SIA+ affirming clinic and are committed to providing inclusive, respectful, and identity-affirming care.
Our team offers evidence-based and holistic approaches such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), somatic and body-oriented therapies, and art therapy. Our approach is neurodivergence-affirming, culturally responsive, and tailored to each individual’s needs, helping clients not only understand their patterns, but also make meaningful and sustainable changes in their daily lives.
We provide couples and family therapy to help improve communication, strengthen relationships, and navigate complex dynamics with greater understanding and connection.
In addition to individual therapy, we offer a variety of online groups and workshops designed to build skills and foster community. These include our Thrive with ADHD skills group, DBT skills groups for emotional regulation, pet loss support groups, and other specialized programs. Our groups provide practical tools/skills and shared learning in a safe/guided space that fosters connection, where participants can feel supported, understood, and less alone in what they’re going through.
At Unitive, we believe in treating the whole person, integrating mind and body, past and present, and individual and relational experiences, while recognizing that we are all part of larger systems, including family, community, culture, and work or school, which shape our experiences and influence our wellbeing, healing, and growth. We work collaboratively with our clients, honouring their unique stories and strengths, and supporting real, lasting changes that carry into everyday life.
If you are looking for therapy in Vancouver, Coquitlam, or online across BC for ADHD, trauma, anxiety, relationships, or emotional regulation, our team is here to support you.
At Unitive Wellness Clinic, we are committed to creating a safe, compassionate, and inclusive space, where all parts of you are welcome, and where healing, connection, and transformation can begin.
Specialized Training
- - EMDR/Eye movement desensitization reprocessing
- EMDR certified therapist (Certified by EMDR International Association)
- Intensive Trauma Focused - Emotion Focused Family Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia
- - Early Psychosis Intervention Training
- Suicide and Crisis Assessment and Intervention - Internal Family Systems level 1 & working towards Certification