My journey towards psychotherapy was not always straightforward. Though my path may have seemed uncertain at times, I now understand that my “mistakes” were not mistakes at all. Every step was necessary for healing, meaningful change, self-acceptance and empowerment. I can support you with empathy and compassion.
Life’s challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress or traumatic past experiences and relationships can feel overwhelming. I believe you already possess the spark to heal and grow. Together, we can nurture that spark and help it grow into a powerful force to achieve your goals and find true healing.
I am especially passionate about helping young adults (18+) and adults feel empowered and heal from narcissistic abuse, trauma, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, low self esteem, critical self talk such as not feeling good enough and maternal mental health. As we are all wonderfully unique, I do not believe that one size fits all when it comes to therapy. Instead, I pull clinical tools from all my training, to create an approach unique to you. Through my own lived experience and commitment to ongoing specialized training, I have a deep understanding of the impact of narcissistic abuse and can support you in your healing, fostering healthy boundaries and relationships, all while helping you stay grounded in reality and in your truth.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, a National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH) certified Hypnotherapist and a Mongan Method Certified HypnoBirthing® Childbirth Educator. I utilize a person centered approach, integrating tools from cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), integrative trauma and attachment model (ITATM), emotional freedom technique (EFT), internal family systems (IFS), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), deep brain reorienting (DBR), various hypnotherapy techniques, HypnoBirthing® and NeuroLinguistic Programming (NLP).
As a first-generation Canadian from the Niagara area, I understand the unique challenges of South Asian communities as well as supporting people from all cultures and backgrounds. Growing up, talking to others who shared similar experiences helped me feel less alone and more understood. At Shanti Psychotherapy, I aim to provide an empathetic, compassionate approach that respects you, your lived experience and meets you where you are, working together toward your healing in a way that aligns with your life.
