Our Team
Our team of therapists at Journey Together Counselling are here to walk beside you with care, curiosity and respect. Each of the compassionate members brings unique strengths, cultural awareness, and a shared commitment to creating a safe space for healing and growth.
About Our Therapists
Shriti Mitra
Registered Clinical Counsellor, BCACC
Areas of Practice:
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Anxiety
Anger Management
Emotional regulation
Grief and Loss
Multicultural issues
Family difficulties
Trauma
Depression
Relationship
Divorce/Separation
Pain and personal injury
ICBC approved therapy
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Languages offered:
English, Hindi, Urdu, Bengali, and Marathi
I bring over a decade of experience in the mental health field. After completing MSc in Counselling Psychology and MA in Sociology in India, I graduated from Adler University in Masters in Counselling Psychology.
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I believe in the inherent resilience and wisdom of my clients and trust their capacity to make decisions that serve their best interests. I subscribe to the belief that true transformation occurs when individuals embrace their thoughts and emotions rather than resisting or avoiding them.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in providing a nurturing and supportive environment where clients feel empowered to explore their innermost thoughts and feelings. I offer ample space for self-reflection and growth, encouraging clients to take gradual steps towards realizing their aspirations.
I place great value on these "baby steps" recognizing them as significant milestones on the path to personal fulfillment and well-being. My goal is to accompany clients on their journey of self-discovery, providing unwavering support and guidance along the way.
Therapies
I integrate principles from several evidence-based therapeutic approaches to best meet the unique needs of each individual or couple I work with. Drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I help clients develop psychological flexibility by teaching them to accept their thoughts and emotions rather than struggling against them. Through mindfulness and value-based action, clients learn to move towards a richer, more meaningful life.
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Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) guides my work in helping couples navigate challenging emotions within their relationship. I assist partners in identifying, processing, and coping with difficult emotions, including those that may have been suppressed or invalidated in childhood. By fostering emotional awareness and validation, couples can cultivate deeper connection and intimacy.
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Additionally, I incorporate elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to support clients in developing skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT techniques can help shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, empowering clients to build resilience and create a life that aligns with their values.
Recognizing that every individual is unique and that difficulties arise from a variety of factors, I tailor my therapeutic approach to address the specific needs and goals of each client or couple. By combining insights from these diverse modalities, I aim to provide comprehensive support that fosters growth, healing, and lasting change.
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ICBC approved counsellor who can work closely with you on your road to recovery. This journey is not just about the physical injuries but also working on the emotional scars that may run deeper.
Pawandeep Kaur
Registered Clinical Counsellor, BCACC
Areas of Practice:
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Grief, Loss and Bereavement
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Anxiety
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASSD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Phobias
Anger Management
Attachment Concerns
Suicidal Ideation
Inner Child Work
Couples/Marriage Counselling
Child Counselling (6 to 12 years)
ICBC approved counsellor
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Languages offered:
English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu
My name is Pawandeep Kaur, and I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the British Columbia
Association of Clinical Counsellors. I hold a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from
Vancouver, BC, and I provide counselling services in English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu.
I work with children, youth, adults, couples, and families, offering support through life’s most
challenging moments. Whether you're feeling trapped by past experiences, struggling with anxiety or
depression, or navigating relationship or self-esteem issues, I’m here to help you move toward healing and growth.
I believe that everyone deserves a safe, nonjudgmental space to feel heard and understood. I’m a
deeply empathetic listener, and my goal is to walk alongside you in your journey—helping you build
emotional resilience, develop healthier coping strategies, and rediscover your inner strength. My
counselling approach is holistic and personalized.
Therapies
I draw from a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including:
• Play Therapy (for Children)
• Trauma-Informed Therapy
• Satir Family Transformational Therapy
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
• Gottman Method (for couples)
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I encourage awareness of the present moment, helping clients explore the ways they perceive and
connect with themselves and others. These connections shape our identity, sense of belonging, and
deeply held core beliefs. I believe that meaningful change is always possible, even when it begins from
within. My approach supports clients in healing their inner child, building self-esteem, and becoming
empowered choice-makers on the path to living as their authentic selves.
I focus on healing foundational traumas to foster trust, emotional safety, and deeper connection in relationships. I
also have training and expertise in supporting individuals with ADHD, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts,
anger management, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), substance use, complex trauma, and attachment
issues, as well as challenges related to parenting, relationship conflicts, and life transitions.
Treatment Modalities-
• Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy (STST)
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Gottman Couples Therapy
• Play Therapy with Children
• Art Therapy
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Training
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Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy (STST)
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Helping Children through Divorce & Separation
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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
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Treating Trauma & PTSD
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Adverse Childhood Experiences ACES
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Alchol and Drug Addiction
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Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Level 1 & 2
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Play Therapy with Children, Level 1
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Art Therapy
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Sand Therapy
Syed Farooque
Registered Clinical Counsellor, BCACC
Areas of Practice:
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Anxiety
Grief and Loss
Emotional regulation
Anger Management
Multicultural issues
Faith-based counselling
Family counselling
Trauma
Depression
Relationship
Divorce/Separation
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Languages offered:
English, Hindi, Urdu, and Kannada
I believe in a compassionate and collaborative approach, grounded in the person-centered approach. I believe in create a safe space where individuals, couples or families can express themselves freely.
I graduated from Yorkville University in Masters of Counselling Psychology and bring extensive experience in the mental health field in various settings.
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I bring a strong commitment to ongoing learning, self-reflection, and culturally responsive practice. I value working alongside clients to identify their strengths, deepen self-awareness, and move toward goals that feel authentic and empowering. Whether you are navigating challenges in relationships, life transitions, or personal growth, I aim to support you with warmth, openness, and care.
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Therapies
My practice is integrative, drawing on a range of evidence-based approaches to support each client’s unique needs, goals, and lived experiences. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help clients understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and to develop practical strategies for managing challenges such as anxiety, stress, and unhelpful thinking patterns.
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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) informs my work with individuals, couples, and families by focusing on emotional experiences and attachment needs, helping clients deepen connection, improve communication, and shift relational patterns. Narrative Therapy allows space to explore personal stories, externalize problems, and reconnect with strengths and preferred identities.
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I also integrate mindfulness-based practices to support present-moment awareness, emotional regulation, and self-compassion. Drawing from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), I incorporate skills related to distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
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Across all of my work, I take a trauma-informed approach, prioritizing safety, choice, collaboration, and sensitivity to the impact of past experiences. This means moving at a pace that feels right for you, while creating a supportive environment where healing and meaningful change can unfold.
