Kyana is a doctoral level mental health practitioner. She also have a masters in forensic psychology and CAGS in mental health counselling. As Registered Psychotherapist, Kyana offer services in treating a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, body dysmorphic disorder, addiction, low self esteem, ADHD, anger management, behavioral problems, grief/loss, trauma, stress, adjustment/life transitions, and difficulties with relationship/assertiveness/coping skills. She works collaboratively with clients to understand their needs, develop goals and individualized treatment plans. She believes everyone deserves to be heard, respected, and understood.
Kyana works within an evidence based approach, utilizing an eclectic approach to treatment such as CBT, solution-focused, mindfulness, behaviour modification, DBT, REBT, play therapy, trauma informed interventions, motivational interviewing and sometimes incorporating music into therapy depending on client’s needs. She strives to provide a warm, safe, genuine and nonjudgmental environment and foster a healthy therapeutic relationship which is vital to effective treatment.
Helping people is Kyana’s passion. This comes easily and gives her a sense of fulfillment to counsel people who are in distress and to help improve their quality of life. She is an active and empathic listener and a culturally-sensitive practitioner. She promotes openness and draws upon her client’s strength to build resiliency. She has experience working with children, youth, and adults.
Kyana provides services in English.
