About Me

I am a wife, a mother, a daughter, a sister, a friend, a soccer coach, an

educator, and a counsellor. These are not labels that define me — they

are parts of me. Each part carries its own voice, wisdom, and tenderness,

and together they shape how I listen and how I hold space.

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At the heart of all these parts is something steady and whole. Rooted in the

belief of Ik Onkar — oneness — I hold a deep respect for love as the guiding

force beneath everything I do. When I slow down enough to listen, both to

myself and to others, this is the place I return to. When we remember who

we are beneath our roles, fear softens, connection deepens, and healing

becomes possible.

 

“When we remember who we are beneath our roles, fear softens, connection deepens, and healing becomes possible.”

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My path here has been layered rather than linear. I began my career in finance with a Bachelor of Commerce, worked in media, and later moved into education as a French Immersion resource teacher. Each chapter deepened my understanding of people, pressure, communication, and the quiet weight many carry. Over time, I felt drawn toward work that allows stories to be heard — without rushing them toward answers.

Some of the moments that most shaped how I listen came through loss and life challenges, including the passing of my mother and brother. I learned that connection cannot be forced and pain cannot be hurried. When people feel misunderstood, they often protect themselves by masking. What helps instead is presence — being with someone without trying to fix, convince, or move them before they are ready.

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I was born and raised on Vancouver Island and grew up navigating two cultures. As a Punjabi woman raised in Canada, I learned early how fragile belonging can feel. What is encouraged in one culture may be misunderstood in another. Especially as a young person wanting to fit in — to go swimming, see movies, and spend time with friends — while also holding family expectations, the experience can feel isolating. This lived understanding shapes how I approach identity, connection, and the many ways people learn to survive between worlds. I speak Punjabi fluently and hold deep respect for the cultural contexts families bring with them.

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People often say I am easy to connect with and that a sense of comfort comes quickly. I bring warmth and steadiness into the room, offering full attention and genuine care. As a counsellor, I approach each person with respect, curiosity, and presence, creating space where connection can grow naturally, and people feel at ease being themselves.

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As a mother, I feel most myself when I am playing, laughing, and sharing closeness with my children. As a wife and friend, I feel most myself in moments of shared presence — over tea, conversation, curiosity, and laughter — where thoughts can be exchanged without judgment.

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These qualities are not reserved for any one role — they naturally move through all of them. Whether I am with my family, a friend, or someone sitting across from me in a counselling space, the same presence, warmth, and ease show up. The roles may change, but the way I connect does not. They are simply different expressions of the same values — care, curiosity, and genuine connection — lived out in everyday moments.

 

Outside of my professional roles, I feel most alive when I’m connected to nature, the outdoors, animals, and the wider world. I’m drawn to travel, culture, and learning from experiences beyond my own — all of which continue to shape my curiosity, perspective, and appreciation for the many ways people find meaning and belonging.

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We all carry our own stories, journeys, and lived experiences. I hope that when you read this page, you feel seen, curious, and a little less alone.