When we slow down, things start to get clearer. Settle in.
About Aneeta
I am a cisgender woman and POC. I love working with clients who are seeking to connect to a deeper sense of purpose
An avid traveler and polyglot, I speak four additional languages - French, Hindi, Urdu and Gujrati - and continue to cultivate a curious and open-mind through study and meeting people from all walks of life. I learn a lot from my clients and I would love to meet you.
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I was born in South Asia and moved to Canada in my youth. As a child of immigrants, I hold lived experience of the complexities of living across and between cultures and borders.
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A music and art lover, I also serve as a board member with several local non-profits focused around bringing world music and dance to audiences in Vancouver. I love the joy that sharing music, dance and the arts brings to our communities.
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Founder, Registered Clinical Counsellor
Counselling Approach
My clients say that they feel safe and calm in my presence, open to new possibilities.
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They would also mention my sense of humour. Yes, counselling is a serious endeavor and our work is important. Yet, even in the midst of difficulty, I believe there is a place for lightness and ease, and for sharing a good belly laugh.
I love engaging in deeper process work with clients, while teaching practical tools that help people manage their day-to-day realities more effectively. I use proven and well supported approaches based in research and practice.
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The trust we develop in our counselling relationship can set the stage for the deeper work of therapy, which if you chose, can be deeply healing or even transformational.
Experience
I have been a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) since 2015.
In addition to private practice, I have worked as a clinical counsellor and workshop facilitator in Higher Education clinical counselling settings and in Community Mental Health.
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I have a 3-year Master's degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia (2012-2015).
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I am a member in good standing of the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, and the BC Post-Secondary Counsellors Association.
Training
I have sought extended training in the following models:
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- Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) based on the work of Diana Fosha, PhD
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- Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy, based on the work of Virginia Satir
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I also draw from practical new research in the field of neuropsychology, and highly effective tools and principles of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
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Grounding, mindfulness, breathwork and somatic interventions are a part of my practice. I have found that these are some of the most effective tools for long-term change and learning to support yourself. You need not have experience in these areas; we will incorporate these tools in a way that feels right for you.
CONTACT
Let's talk!
Your questions and inquiries are welcome.
Free initial phone consultations (10-15 mins) available.
I look forward to connecting with you.
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