Ashar Counselling

I'm a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC # 2669), trained in Somatic Experiencing( trauma-based modality), Transpersonal Psychology, Bowen's Family Systems, and IFS.

 

Many clients that come to see me have struggled with anxiety, overwhelm, intrusive thoughts, fatigue, burnout, procrastination, overwork, lack of meaning and purpose, shyness, perfectionism, depression, fear of intimacy, body dysmorphia, addiction, and self-isolation. They are often seeking to improve self awareness,  to increase their capacity for secure relationships, create healthier boundaries, and learn how to be more authentic and present in life. It is my passion to offer, from a safe and non-judgemental place, support in exploring and walking towards these possibilities that may have seemed blocked for you up until now.

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A little bit about myself....

In my mid to late twenties, depression came my way as I was finishing up Art School. This difficult experience led me to seek help from a counsellor. I found the immersion into therapy very valuable to me as it gave me the support necessary to allow me to feel what was going on inside; something which was very unfamiliar to me up until that point. I also discovered yoga at that time as well, and some years later trained to become a yoga and meditation teacher. I continued along this path of developing my capacity to be of help to others and eventually realized my dream to work as a counsellor. The path of healing has been a long one that I don’t think will ever end; however, the key for me is the understanding that it can be okay if struggle shows up…that you can know your value, no matter what upset is occurring, and still have a choice in how you want to show up in the world.

 

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