Simren Sidhu
Founder, BA, MA, JD, LLM, RCC, CCC
As a South Asian woman, I bring a culturally informed perspective to BIPOC counselling, grounded in lived experience within a multicultural society. This allows me to honour the values and beliefs clients hold while also recognizing the internal conflicts that can arise when navigating multiple cultural identities.
With over ten years of experience as a Behaviour Interventionist, I have supported children, youth, and adults with disabilities including Autism, ADHD, OCD, and Down Syndrome. This work strengthened my skills in consistent support, communication, and strengths-based behaviour change.
In addition, my background as a Family Lawyer offers a unique lens on conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and navigating high-stress life transitions. Together with my counselling training, I aim to create a safe, compassionate, and supportive space—online—for individuals seeking guidance and meaningful change.
How I can help
Languages spoken
- English
Client focus
- Children (5+)
- Teens
- Adults
- Couples
- Families
Session focus
- Individual Counselling
- Couples Counselling
- Divorce Counselling
- Family Counselling
- Workshops and Coaching
Types of therapy
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Neurodivergent-Affirming Care
Treatment areas
- Alcohol Abuse & Addiction
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Anger Management
- Cultural Identity & Systemic Barriers
- Domestic Violence
- Divorce and Separation
- Family Conflict
- Immigration & Acculturation
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Recovery
- Neurodiversity & Developmental Challenges
- Nutrition & Wellness
- Parenting
- Personal Development
- Pregnancy
- Infertility
- Relationship Conflict
- Self-Harm
- Spirituality
- Stress & Burnout
- Substance Use & Addiction
- Suicidal Ideation
My counselling philosophy is grounded in cultural humility, inclusivity, and respect for lived experience. As a South Asian woman raised within a multicultural society, I approach therapy with an understanding that cultural values, beliefs, and family systems shape how we experience ourselves and our relationships. I believe effective therapy honours these influences while also exploring the internal conflicts that can arise when navigating multiple identities.
Guided by a strengths-based and collaborative approach, I emphasize consistency, compassion, and clear communication in the therapeutic process. My background as both a Counsellor and Family Lawyer informs my work with individuals and families navigating stress, conflict, and major life transitions. I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space—virtually—where clients feel heard, empowered, and supported in meaningful change.
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