Rini Sharma, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

(She/Her Pronouns)

Life can be uncertain and overwhelming at times. We sometimes feel struck in the journey of our life, but it is fine to feel angry, hurt and sad. My approach is client- centered and strength based. I can assist you to accept yourself for who you are and focus on your strengths. As clients are the best navigators of their own lives, I assist my clients to take best decisions of their lives. I am hoping that we will work together as a team.

You have knowledge and expertise about your own life, and I have knowledge and expertise about the therapeutic process. I expect you to be actively involved in the process as you work towards your goal.

I was born in India and immigration to Canada has shaped my life and has informed my practice of therapy. I enjoy working with newcomers and those looking to work with a therapist with a first-hand experience of immigration and living as a racialized person.

As Rumi quotes, “where there is pain, the cure will come”. I firmly believe that acceptance & a strengths-based approach can help the clients identify their hidden strengths which they forget amidst their depression, anxiety & other negative experiences. I am also a believer of Cognitive-behavioural therapy, motivational interviewing & trauma-informed practices.

I specialize in:

• Substance abuse Addiction
• Gambling Addiction
• Sexual Addiction
• Racialized Identity
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Self-esteem
• Trauma
• Relationship issues
• Gaming and Internet Addiction
• Overspending Addiction

Counselling can be provided in English, Hindi and Punjabi. I offer a complimentary 15-minute telephone/video consultation to answer any questions you might have about the process and to see if we might be a good fit together. Please contact me at info@mindsoul.ca or by phone at 416-303-9165.

At present, due to Covid-19, my sessions are offered via phone or video. I have availability on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

I have a limited amount of sliding scale spaces available and my standard rate is $130 per session. I look forward to hearing from you.