Harminder Takhar
Graduate Intern Therapist
RSW (Registered Social Worker)
BSW (Bachelor of Social Work)
Low Cost/Sliding Scale Therapy
Accepting new clients in-person and virtually
I strive to create a therapeutic space that feels safe, collaborative, and empowering. I value cultural safety and humility and trauma-informed care in my practice. It is a privilege to be able to sit with people in moments of vulnerability.
I aim to support you to navigate your hardships while understanding the challenges you experience within the various systems you live in.
Area of Focus
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Migration, Refugees and Acculturation
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Grief and Loss
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Complex Trauma
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Chronic Illness
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Burnout
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Domestic Violence
Therapy Modalities
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Strengths-Based Practice
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Systems Theory
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Trauma-Informed Practice
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Motivational Interviewing
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Mindfulness
Harminder's Counselling Experience
I have always been a person who enjoys sitting with people in moments of vulnerability and complexity. I lean towards hard conversations and feel privileged to be able to hold people's stories and be part of their healing journeys.
My personal life experience has also shaped me to want to support others navigating trauma and difficult situations.
I have professional experience working with adults living with developmental disabilities, immigrants and refugees navigating displacement, complex trauma, and migration, and experience working in healthcare with families who have children with health conditions.
More About Harminder
I am a second generation migrant with Punjabi ancestry. In my personal life, I enjoy being in nature, strength training, and attending music events.
Education and Training
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Masters of Social Work Student, University of British Columbia- in progress
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Bachelors of Social Work, University of British Columbia, 2022
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Single Session Family Therapy Training with Dr. Monica Sesma-Vazquez
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Indigenous Cultural Safety and San’yas Training
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Mindful Healing for Healthcare Professionals with Dr. Dzung Vo
