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Ellahae Keshmiri Counselling Inc. – Bilingual Therapy Services in Vancouver, BC

About EKC:

Ellahae Keshmiri Counselling Inc. (EKC) provides specialized mental health therapy in Vancouver, BC, offering both in-person and virtual services in English and Farsi. Our dedicated team of therapists focuses on delivering personalized care to individuals, adults, youth, and families facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, emotion regulation, grief and loss, stress management, life transitions, OCD, and substance use concerns. We aim to support our clients in overcoming these difficulties with compassionate, evidence-based approaches.

About Ellahae Keshmiri:

Ellahae Keshmiri, the founder and clinical director of EKC, is an experienced therapist with over 14 years in the mental health field. Holding an MA and registered as a Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Ellahae specializes in trauma, attachment issues, anxiety disorders, OCD, perfectionism, self-esteem problems, sleep difficulties, stress management, and relationship issues. Her extensive background in both inpatient and outpatient settings has provided her with deep expertise in managing severe mental health conditions, including bipolar disorder, psychosis, and severe depression and anxiety.

Ellahae utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques, including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for trauma, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), CBT for insomnia, Mindfulness-Based Stress Management, Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), and Short-Term Solution-Focused Therapy. Her approach is informed by her personal experience with acculturation, aiming to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for clients of all backgrounds.

About Ciara Toddington:

Ciara Toddington, an MC/RCC candidate, brings 8 years of experience in mental health and substance use counseling. Her professional journey includes work with organizations such as FamilySmart, The Kelty Mental Health & Resource Centre, Foundry, and the Mood Disorders Association of BC. Ciara’s expertise covers personality disorders, psychosis, mood disorders, substance use, emotion regulation, and crisis intervention. She employs Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT). Her client-centered, harm reduction approach is particularly supportive of individuals from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQ2S+.

About Forooz Shamloo:

Forooz Shamloo is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with BCACC and CCC credentials and an Art Therapist with 22 years of experience in yoga, mindfulness, and spiritual exploration. She offers a holistic approach to counseling that integrates these practices with traditional therapeutic methods. Forooz specializes in anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief and loss, body image issues, stress management, and relational problems. Her practice combines evidence-based modalities with holistic techniques such as restorative yoga, trauma-informed yoga, and art therapy. Forooz’s multicultural background and personal experiences with migration and resilience shape her approach, providing a safe, culturally sensitive space for all clients.

Contact Us:

To schedule a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation, please reach out to us. Whether you seek therapy in Vancouver or require virtual counseling services, our team is ready to support you on your path to healing and well-being.