Aayesha Ahmed is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. Along with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Athabasca University and a Diploma in Early Childhood Education from Mohawk College. With over 8 years of experience in the Education field, she is passionate about fostering relationships and creating inclusive communities.   Aayesha brings a person-centred approach, with a focus on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy. She also approaches her practice with a focus on a mindfulness approach and interventions.   As a second-generation Canadian with a Pakistani background, she understands the impact culture has on an individual and their experiences. She uses a cultural lens in her counselling approach. Aayesha speaks Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi along with English and is able to offer counselling in the language that works best for the client.    

Fun fact: Aayesha is a successful children's book author and holds a brown belt in Karate.