“Just relax and trust the process”
- Ram Dass
About Bonnie
I’m real. I’m approachable. I’m personable.
I will provide you with a safe, non-judgmental and compassionate space so that you feel supported and understood.
My approach to helping individuals is directive yet soft. Instead of expecting you to do all the talking, I will provide you with education, tools and techniques that will actually start giving you results right away.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults in the areas of anxiety, depression and low quality of life.
Fluent in Farsi and English.
Education + Experience
Certified Clinical Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of British Columbia
Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from John F. Kennedy University
10+ years of experience providing counselling services to a wide variety of individuals in multiple settings such as The Ministry of Children and Family Development, Social Services and private agencies.
Expertise in working with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, low life satisfaction, adolescents issues, Covid-19 related issues, life transitions, parent/teen conflict, parenting issues, phobias, self harm, self-esteem issues, stress management, suicidal thoughts/attempts, OCD, grief/loss, identity issues, behavioral issues and borderline personality disorder.
What to expect.
Studies continuously show that evidence based, action-oriented styles of therapy are incredibly effective for many issues including anxiety and depression.
I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Based Therapy in my practice.
These are evidence-based approaches, meaning that there is ample scientific evidence that the methods that have been developed actually produce change. These are also action-oriented approaches, meaning that they emphasize doing and taking action rather than just verbal communication or discussion