Healing with Maitri Counselling
As you explore this website, you may notice that I use the terms counselling and therapy interchangeably. While both offer compassionate support, counselling often focuses on shorter-term goals, whereas therapy tends to delve deeper over a longer period. Whatever term resonates with you, I’m here to provide a safe and supportive space for your journey.
What Is Counselling or Therapy?
Counselling is more than just talk therapy—it's a personalized journey of growth, reflection, and empowerment. While it is an individual endeavour, it is deeply rooted in the connection between you and your counsellor, creating a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore your thoughts and emotions.
In counselling, you can navigate life's challenges, confront fears, and learn to set healthy boundaries.
Life ebbs and flows like a river, and counselling offers a safe, supportive space to navigate it's currents with the guidance of a compassionate counsellor.
But it’s not only about working through difficulties—it’s also a place to celebrate personal milestones, embrace self-care, and nurture a sense of belonging. Through this process, you can strengthen your relationships, improve communication, and develop the skills to advocate for yourself and others.
Counselling is a vital part of your support network, helping you become your own friend, deepen your self-awareness, and live a more authentic, fulfilling life.
About Me
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My name is
Maitri (she/her)
MCP, RCC
Registered Clinical Counsellor #21605 (BCACC)
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming—taking that first step is an act of courage, and I’m here to support you. Life’s complexities, uncertainties, and demands for productivity and perfectionism can make it challenging to prioritize your well-being. In counselling, we focus on you—your needs, your growth, and your healing.
I believe healing is both an individual and communal process. My approach is rooted in relational work, where the therapeutic connection fosters safety, exploration, and growth. Together, we will unpack your unique narratives, separating who you are from the challenges you face. Therapy is a radical act of self-advocacy, offering the opportunity to reclaim your voice, reconnect with your values, and develop deeper self-awareness.
Grounded in a holistic philosophy and my commitment to decolonizing mental health, my work blends Western and Eastern perspectives, incorporating trauma-informed practices, mindfulness, somatic psychology, and traditional Vedic and Buddhist principles. Movement and mindfulness are central to my approach—I invite you to connect with your body and senses through grounding exercises, body scans, or tapping, even in virtual sessions. Healing is not just about the mind; it’s about the whole self.
As someone from a bi-cultural background, I value the interplay between individual and collective experiences. I can provide services in Hindi, Punjabi, and English, offering culturally attuned support while navigating intersections of identity, bi-cultural realities, and systemic pressures.
I specialize in working with individuals facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, burnout, self-esteem, relationships, perfectionism, chronic illness, and neurodivergence. I am particularly passionate about supporting activists, advocates, and those challenging societal norms, helping you find balance and sustainability in your work and life.
Through our collaborative work, I aim to create a nonjudgmental, compassionate space where you can explore your stories, celebrate your strengths, and move toward healing. Whether revisiting painful experiences or embracing moments of joy, we will go at your pace, focusing on what truly serves your growth and well-being.
Let’s work together to honour your journey, nurture your authenticity, and empower you to live fully as you.
Education & Training
2021-2023
Master of Counselling Psychology
Adler University Vancouver
2019 - 2022
Graduate Certificate in Theology and Interreligious Engagement: Specializing in Buddhist Mindfulness and Mental Health
Emmanuel College - University of Toronto
2012 - 2017
Honours Bachelors of Sciences - Mental Health Studies and Neuroscience
University of Toronto
BC Association of Clinical Counsellors - Working With Adults with ADHD - November 2025 First Nations Health Authority - San’Yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training: Core Mental Health - June 2024 The Gottmans Institute - Level 1 Relationship Counselling Training - July 2023 JAI Wellness - Mental Health and Ayurveda, Yoga Therapy: Certified Yoga & Ayurveda Instructor - December 2020 University of Alberta - Indigenous Histories and Contemporary Issues in Canada Course - March 2022 Adler University - 4-Week Counselling Skills Workshop - March 2021 Harvard Medical School - Continuing Education Certification: Meditation and Psychotherapy – May 2018 University of Toronto - Interoception Research Study with Dr. Norman Farb - 2017-2018 University of Toronto - Thesis: “Role of Educators in Facilitating Mindfulness in Classrooms” Supervision with Dr. Tony Toneatto - 2017 University of Toronto - Continuing Education Courses: Applications of Buddhist Psychology Course & Clinical Neuroscience, Mindfulness and Mindful Meditation Course – September 2018