Hi, my name is Ekta,

If you are looking to embark on a journey to become the best version of yourself or looking to navigate challenging life transitions, I will be honoured to walk with you on this journey of self-growth and self-discovery. As a clinician, my work is inspired by my life experiences as a former physician, a mother, an immigrant, and a person of colour. With a special interest in helping individuals with a history of trauma, I believe that each individual is unique in their experiences, values and strengths. I strive to provide a collaborative and safe space for my clients to identify these strengths and steps to move forward.

I have gained experience working with young adults, adults and seniors seeking help for stress, anxiety, depression, trauma including PTSD and CPTSD, along with uncertainty, grief, life transitions, inter-personal conflict and more. I strive to cultivate a practice that is culturally humble and rooted in inclusivity, empathy and empowerment.

 As a counsellor my goal is to provide you with a space where you can focus on your thoughts, feelings and needs. I am here to help you uncover more about yourself and move towards what is meaningful to you. As your therapist, apart from focusing on immediate coping needs I encourage self-reflection and self-exploration as a way of gaining a deeper insight into your thoughts and beliefs to facilitate long term wellbeing.

I utilize a relational, strengths-based trauma-informed lens that is neurodiversity and 2SLGBTQ+ affirming. I draw from a variety of research-based techniques including CBT, ACT, DBT, Narrative, Psychodynamic and Integrative mind-body trauma-informed approaches to help you meet your goals. My aim is to create a comforting and warm experience where you feel safe to share your unique story and empowered to engage in journey to healing and living a fulfilling life. 

Apart from English, I am fluent in Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi and can understand Marathi.