Meet Parinaz
Hi my name is Parinaz
Addictions, ADHD, Adolescent Issues, Anger Management, Anxiety or Fears, Autism, BIPOC and Cultural Issues, Body Image, Boundary Setting, Break-ups, Burnout, Career, Childhood Trauma, Chronic Pain, Codependency, Depression, Dissociation, Divorce, Domestic Abuse or Violence, Eating Disorders, Emotional Abuse, Family Conflict, Gambling, Grief & Loss, Identity, Immigrant Experience, Infertility or Adoption, Infidelity, Interpersonal Challenges, LGBTQIA+, Life Coaching, Life Transitions, Men’s Issues, Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Parenting, Perfectionism, Personality Disorders, Prenatal & Postpartum Counselling, Psychosis, PTSD, Self-Esteem, Self-Development, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Shame, Social Anxiety, Spirituality, Suicidal Thoughts, Stress, Women’s Issues
Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Art Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Counselling, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Gottman Couples Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy, Ego State Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
As a registered clinical counselor (RCC), my passion lies in helping individuals like you navigate life’s challenges and find the path to emotional well-being. I have a master’s degree in psychology and years of experience providing mental health services. I have dedicated my career to empowering clients to discover their strengths, cultivate resilience, and heal through transformative emotional experiences.
My therapeutic approach is tailored to your unique journey. I draw from a diverse range of psychological frameworks, including Systemic Therapy, Psychodynamic approaches, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Person-Centered Therapy. This integrative approach allows me to adapt my methods to suit your individual needs and goals best.
I believe that every person has a story waiting to be told, and I am here to listen with an open heart and a curious mind. Together, we will embark on a journey of self-discovery, where I will walk alongside you with acceptance, compassion, and understanding. By focusing on your strengths, innate healing capacities, and unique perspectives, we will work together to uncover the positive aspects of your life and help you develop the tools to face challenges with confidence and resilience. In our sessions, I will help you open new windows of insight and provide you with a broader range of options for dealing with life’s issues. We’ll explore how to harness your emotions as a powerful catalyst for change, helping you process difficult experiences and transform core beliefs that may hold you back.
My approach is deeply rooted in the belief that we all have an innate capacity for healing and growth. I aim to help you access your core self and unlock your potential for profound transformation by creating a safe, empathetic, and emotionally attuned environment. Together, we’ll work to identify and process emotions that may have been avoided or suppressed, allowing you to experience a more profound sense of authenticity and connection with yourself and others. I understand that taking the first step in seeking therapy can be daunting, which is why I invite you to book a free 15-minute consultation with me. This will give us an opportunity to connect, discuss your needs, and determine if we would be a good fit for each other.
I am committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment where you can feel heard, validated, and supported on your journey towards emotional well-being. In our work together, you can expect a collaborative and experiential approach that honors your unique experiences and inner wisdom. We’ll focus on alleviating symptoms and fostering deep, lasting change that allows you to live a more fulfilling and authentic life. Thank you for considering me as your therapist. I look forward to the opportunity to walk alongside you on this transformative journey of self-discovery, emotional healing, and personal growth.
Registration#19300
Education & Training
- Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (Registration#19300)
- Master’s degree in psychology, Kharazmi University
- Bachelor’s degree in clinical psychology- Shahid Beheshti University
- Level 1 EMDR Training – EMDR Europe Association
- Level 1 EMDR Training – EMDR Institute of Dr. Francine Shapiro
- Integrating Experiential Psychotherapies – Dr. Tori Olds
- Mindfulness and Resilience to Stress at Work-Berkeley University.
- Learn Interpersonal Psychotherapy -The University of Toronto
- Small Study Group Training – Vilnius University
- Families and Beyond: An Introduction to Systemic Thinking at Tavistock and Portman Foundation
- Externship in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy – International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy
- Core Skills Advanced Training in EFT- International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy
- Leadership and Authority in the Time of Complex Identities – Vilnius University with Collaboration of Tavistock Institute
- Person-Centered Psychotherapy – Transformation’s New Horizons Institute
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Practitioner course -The Academy of Modern Applied Psychology
- Brain Story Certification- Alberta Family Wellness.
- Leadership and Vulnerability in Group Relations- The Tavistock Institute of Human Relations
- Introduction to the Tavistock Group Relations Approach to Study Leadership and Authority- Dr. Raymond Bakaitis
- Psychodynamic Group Therapy – Transformation’s New Horizons Institute
- Object Relations Treatment Workshop – Dr. Sogol Akhavan
- Introduction to the Object Relations Theory and Its Applications – Dr. Sogol Akhavan
- Psychoanalytic Dream Interpretations- Dr. Sogol Akhavan
- Transference and Countertransference Workshop- Shahid Beheshti University with Dr. Sogol Akhavan
- Child Psychoanalysis -Dr. Gohar Homayounpour
- Diagnosis and Treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder from a Psychoanalytic Approach- Dr. Gohar Homayounpour
- Short-term Integrated Psychotherapy training course- Shahid Beheshti University
- Systemic Family Therapy Foundation-Transformation’s New Horizons Institute
- Systemic Family Therapy Training -Transformation’s New Horizons Institute