Mahsa Hamedanizadeh, RCC
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Mahsa (She/her/hers) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). Mahsa found herself interested in learning about people and connecting with people in her undergraduate studies and pursued a degree in counselling. She graduated with a Master’s in Counselling Psychology.
Mahsa has extensive work experience supporting clients with diverse backgrounds facing a variety of mental health challenges, grief and loss, relationship issues, addiction, trauma, and domestic violence. Mahsa is a trauma informed counsellor trained in a variety of modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Satir Transformational Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy, and Internal Family Systems Therapy. Her experience includes working in an agency providing counselling services to those who are struggling with Substance Use issues. Mahsa provides counselling to youth, individuals and couples.
Mahsa firmly believes that change, growth and healing are possible, and every person possesses the innate capacity to reach their full potential. She is committed to creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can access their inner resources and potencies and learn new skills to work through their struggles. She believes that people are not individual entities and that we learn in relation to others. She is deeply passionate about individual and relationship therapy where she empowers her clients to explore ways to thrive individually and in their relationships. Her approach to counselling is rooted in the Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy which emphasizes open communication, self-awareness, and holistic healing. She works experientially and collaboratively with her clients to help them navigate through the challenges they are facing and transform their lives.
If you are struggling with a mental health issue such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD, and you have personal development goals such as boosting your self-esteem, managing your emotions, or facing relationship issues, Mahsa is here to support you reaching your goal.
When Mahsa is not counselling, Mahsa can be found reading, spending time in nature, hiking, or spending time with family.
Mahsa works out of our Austin Heights location offering in person and virtual appointments. Mahsa is fluent in both English and Farsi. To schedule a free initial consult or appointment with Mahsa click here.