About Me
Hi! I am Maitreyi (She/Her) , a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) based in British Columbia. My personal journey with anxiety and depression has influenced my professional trajectory, and therefore, I am committed to providing you with a safe and nurturing environment where you can embark on your journey towards healing. Central to my approach is my profound belief in your inherent resilience ensuring that your lived experience, wisdom and strengths guide your therapeutic journey. It is my earnest desire to support you in a manner that aligns perfectly with your unique needs. I firmly advocate for personalized therapy, tailored specifically to you, ensuring that you are at the helm of your healing journey.
I am a bicultural, first generation settler and have navigated the challenging waters of chronic pain. I have experienced the repercussions of transgenerational colonial trauma. I work from an anti-oppressive and de-colonizing framework because I recognize that trauma and many of the other struggles faced by us today cannot be seen in isolation from our colonial past, systemic racism, oppression and cultural marginalization. I hope to work with you towards reclaiming your culture and identity and embrace your true authentic self away from the dominant cultural discourse. I hope to be by your side as you dissect your past, your life experiences and rediscover your true self. more about me
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My Approach
As sentient beings, our feelings shape the fabric of our identities and provide invaluable guidance for navigating life's complexities. However, the weight of traumatic events, loss, abuse and systemic oppression often compels us to bury these emotions, trapping us in a perpetual state of survival. By burying our emotions, we are trapped with our feeling of anxiety, sadness and frustration.
My mission is to collaboratively work with you towards real, sustainable relief that truly resonates. Central to my approach is developing a strong relational connectionso as to provide you with a safe space to untangle complex emotions and empowering you to realize your desired outcomes. Together, I hope to embark with you on a journey of self-discovery and facilitating a connection with your authentic self.
Areas of Specialisation
In the past, I have worked with challenges in the following areas
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Anxiety
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Attachment
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Burnout
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Coping Skills
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Chronic Pain
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Depression
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Grief and Loss
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Immigration and Life Transitions
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Perfectionism
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Self-Compassion
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Shame
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Stress
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Trauma, Complex Trauma
Trainings & Certifications
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Somatic Experiencing - Basic
My practice draws from client centered therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness, attachment theory, latest neuroscientific research and my own personal therapeutic journey. I bring a trauma-informed perspective marked by commitment to care, attunement and sensitivity.
Counselling offered in Bengali, English and Hindi
