By Dr. Nilsana Charkhande, PsyD, RCC, CCC, ACS — therapist and clinical supervisor with 15+ years treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and family concerns.
Get the support your family needs to navigate life's challenges
Families today face a myriad of challenges. Do your kids need help navigating the complexities of growing up, coping with significant life changes, or managing their reactions to difficult circumstances? Do you need better family dynamics so that your home can be calm and nurturing?
In counseling, we aim to provide compassionate and effective support tailored to your family’s unique needs.
It's not easy to be a parent. Counselling can give you the tools that you need
Emotional and behavioral challenges: Helping children manage big feelings and reactions.
Life transitions: Assisting families through moves, losses, divorces, or other significant changes.
Communication difficulties: Enhancing understanding and interaction among family members.
Parenting support: Providing strategies to foster positive parent-child relationships.
Our therapeutic approach for kids and families
Dr. Nilsana Charkhande has over 15 years of clinical experience in child and family psychology. Her integrative approach combines evidence-based practices with holistic methods to address families’ multifaceted needs.
Therapeutic modalities for kids and families include:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Addressing negative thought patterns to improve behavior and emotions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Teaching coping skills for emotional regulation.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Processing traumatic experiences to reduce their impact.
Family Systems Therapy: Exploring family roles and dynamics to improve family relationships.
Play and Art Therapy: Utilizing creative expressions to help children communicate and heal.
Mindfulness and Hypnotherapy: Promoting relaxation and self-awareness.
Spiritual and Energy-Based Techniques: Incorporating practices like Reiki to balance emotional energies.
Autism and Disability
At our centre, we provide compassionate, evidence-based support for children with autism and developmental disabilities through a holistic approach that nurtures their strengths and emotional well-being. Our services include Play Therapy, Art Therapy, and Mindfulness-based interventions—each designed to help children express themselves, build emotional regulation, and develop meaningful social and communication skills. By creating a safe, creative, and sensory-friendly environment, we empower children to explore, learn, and connect at their own pace. Our goal is to support every child’s unique journey while guiding families with warmth, expertise, and understanding.
Inclusive and accessible care for children and parents
We are committed to providing a safe and affirming space for all families. Our services include diverse backgrounds, cultures, and identities. Dr. Charkhande offers counseling in both English and Farsi, ensuring language is not a barrier to receiving quality care.
Client focus:
Age range: Children (5+), Adolescents, Adults
Gender: All genders, including transgender and non-binary individuals
Socioeconomic status: We accept various insurance plans and offer services to clients from diverse economic backgrounds, including students and low-income families.
What to expect
Personalized treatment plans: Therapy tailored to your family’s goals and circumstances.
Practical skills development: Learn techniques that can be applied daily for immediate and lasting improvements.
Collaborative process: engage in a therapeutic journey that values your family’s input and active participation.
Begin your family's healing journey
Taking the first step towards change can be daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. Dr. Nilsana Charkhande guides your family towards a more harmonious and fulfilling life. If you are ready to begin, please reach out today by calling (604) 500-3443 or filling out the contact form and clicking send. We look forward to hearing from you!
By Dr. Nilsana Charkhande, PsyD, RCC, CCC, ACS.
Her clinical work focuses on trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, addiction, eating concerns, family relationships, and self-harm. Her training includes EMDR, CBT, DBT, hypnotherapy, art therapy, and Safe and Sound Protocol.
