I was born in Toronto, ON but have moved across several cities across North America. From a young age, I have been passionate about the field of mental health and psychology, which has led to a variety of diverse experiences in both fields. I offer over 15 years of experience in the mental health sector through educational, volunteer, and work-related experiences. These experiences have involved collaborating with several mental health organizations across North America in various capacities, where I have developed a passion for working with clients in individual, couples, family, and group therapy settings.

I’m registered as a psychologist in Ontario and Alberta. I am currently a member of the College of Alberta Psychologists and the College of Psychologists of Ontario.

Some of my roles have included being a mental health practitioner, supervising other mental health practitioners, presenting at workshops and conferences, being on advisory committees, serving on Boards of Directors, conducting research, serving on doctoral dissertation committees and defense committees, as well as course and curriculum development for post-secondary institutions. I have also had the privilege of teaching and training upcoming mental health practitioners and business leaders as a professor, as part of bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate level programs in the fields of psychology, psychotherapy, social work, business, and education at a few different post-secondary institutions in Canada and USA.

Outside of work, I enjoy playing/watching basketball, watching new movies, learning new knowledge, and spending time with my family. I’m also a huge Toronto Raptors fan!

It is my belief that every client is unique and has diverse needs. My philosophy is to create a collaborative environment where the therapist and client(s) can embrace strengths and diversity to work together towards achieving the client’s goals. 

While I draw techniques from a variety of different therapeutic approaches, my therapy practice is primarily guided by cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy (SFT), and person-centered therapy. I am also trained in EMDR, the Gottman Method, Brainspotting, iRest Therapy, sensorimotor psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and several other interventions and approaches.

English, Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, French

Specialties: depression; anxiety; domestic violence; anger management; substance abuse and addictions; trauma; grief and loss; life transitions; relationship issues; identity issues; parenting issues; men’s issues; stress/burnout; mood disorders; sports psychology and performance; healthy gaming and video game addictions; other healthcare professionals; first responders (ie. law enforcement, paramedics, EMTs, firefighters, and more); gifted or high-performing individuals; ADHD; Neurodivergent individuals; executives; workplace issues; BIPOC issues; immigrant and culturally-sensitive issues; couples counselling; pre-marital counselling; and more.

Practice Populations: children, adolescents, adults, elderly, individuals, couples, family, and groups

Assessment: I offer a variety of different assessment services including mental health and psychological functioning assessments; ADHD assessments; psycho-educational assessments; gifted (intellectually advanced) assessments; forensic assessments; and substance use assessments.

Supervision: I offer external supervision for practicum students and also meet the clinical supervisor criteria for individuals seeking to fulfill the supervision requirements to be a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP), and Chartered Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behavioral Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO).

Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology; California Southern University

Master of Counselling in Counselling Psychology; City University of Seattle

Master of Education in Post-Secondary Studies; Memorial University of Newfoundland

Master of Business Administration; University of the People

Bachelor of Science in Psychology; University of Manitoba

Bachelor of Science in Microbiology; University of Manitoba

Bachelor of Education in Adult Education; Brock University

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; University of the People

Certificate in Advanced Addiction Studies; California Southern University

Online Diploma in Addiction Medicine; University of British Columbia

Graduate Diploma in Health Professional Education; Memorial University of Newfoundland

Graduate Certificate in Digital Marketing; The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania

EMDR Trained Therapist

Gottman Method Level I & II Trained Therapist

Brainspotting Trained Therapist

Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Trained Therapist - Level 1

Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)

Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider (CTMH)

Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional (CAIMHP)

Certificate in Rapid Treatment for Anxiety Disorders

Integrative Restorative Therapy Yoga Nidra Level 1 & Level 2 Trained Therapist

Certificate in Ego State Interventions (trained by Francine Shapiro)

Certificate in Prolonged Exposure Emotional Processing Therapy

Certificate in Trauma-focused Cognitiive-Behavioural Therapy

Certificate in Trauma-focused CBT with Childhood Traumatic Grief

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

EMDR Child Therapy Training

Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for Traumatized Children

Dialectical Behavior Therapy Trained Therapist

Being Trauma Aware Certification

Brain Story Certification

Child and Teen Grief & Loss: Assessment and Interventions Certificate

B-SAFER Assessment Certification

SARA-V3 Assessment Certification

…. and more

College of Psychologists of Ontario

College of Alberta Psychologists

Psychologists Association of Alberta

Canadian Psychological Association

Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (former member)

American Psychological Association (former member)

American Communication Association

International Association of Innovation Professionals

World Environment Organization

Golden Key International Honor Society

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