Meet Sanjeev
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Sanjeev Sanjeev
Registered Provisional Psychologist
(He/ Him)
Sanjeev is a Registered Provisional Psychologist who believes therapy should do more than help people cope with difficult moments. He believes it should help people better understand themselves, identify what is keeping them stuck, and build a life they feel more confident living.
He works with teens, adults, older adults, and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, emotional regulation challenges, workplace stress, burnout, and major life transitions. He also welcomes and is committed to supporting BIPOC individuals and clients recovering from Motor Vehicle Accidents (MVA). His approach focuses on helping clients recognize the patterns contributing to their distress while developing the insight, resilience, and practical skills needed for meaningful and lasting change.
Sanjeev understands that emotional struggles rarely exist in isolation. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship concerns are often shaped by a combination of life experiences, beliefs, coping patterns, and present-day pressures. Rather than focusing only on symptom reduction, he works collaboratively with clients to understand the deeper factors influencing their concerns and identify realistic, achievable steps toward meaningful change.
His therapeutic style combines compassion with structure. Clients can expect a respectful, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where difficult experiences can be explored openly while also receiving practical tools and evidence-based strategies they can apply outside of sessions. Sanjeev believes therapy is most effective when clients feel genuinely understood and leave each session with greater clarity, confidence, and direction.
His work is grounded in evidence-based practice and tailored to the unique needs of each client. He draws from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), trauma-informed approaches, mindfulness-based interventions, and Gottman Method principles when appropriate. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, he selects interventions based on each client's goals, strengths, values, and readiness for change.
Sanjeev completed his Master's degree in Psychology at DAV University in India. After moving to Canada, he completed additional psychology coursework through Athabasca University to strengthen his academic foundation and meet Canadian professional registration requirements. He has also pursued extensive professional training in evidence-based approaches for anxiety, trauma, mood concerns, emotional regulation, relationships, grief, suicide intervention, and behavioural change.
Clients working with Sanjeev can expect therapy to be collaborative, respectful, practical, and purposeful. He values honest conversations, thoughtful reflection, and meaningful action. His goal is to help clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves, strengthen their ability to navigate life's challenges, and build a life guided by their values rather than fear, distress, or past experiences.
If Sanjeev's approach resonates with you, he would be pleased to support you on your journey toward meaningful and lasting change!
Sanjeev is accepting new clients beginning August 15, 2026. He is available for counselling appointments on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
A Message from Sanjeev Himself
What inspired you to become a psychologist?
I have always been drawn to understanding people beyond their symptoms. Over time, I realized that many individuals carry painful experiences silently, often believing they have to face them alone. Psychology gave me the opportunity to combine compassion with evidence-based care, helping people understand themselves, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change. It is a privilege to walk alongside people during some of the most difficult seasons of their lives.
What is your therapy superpower?
My greatest strength is creating a space where clients feel genuinely heard, understood, and safe while also providing practical direction. I enjoy helping people connect the dots between their past experiences, current patterns, and future goals so that therapy leads to meaningful insight and sustainable change.
What values guide your clinical work?
Compassion, authenticity, curiosity, respect, and evidence-based practice guide every session. I believe every client deserves to be treated with dignity, without judgment, and with the confidence that change is possible. I strive to balance empathy with practical strategies that help clients move toward the life they want to live.
How do you define “authenticity”?
Authenticity is having the freedom to live in alignment with your values rather than being controlled by fear, shame, or the expectations of others. It means showing up honestly, embracing both strengths and struggles, and growing without pretending to be someone you’re not.
Favorite quote, metaphor, or philosophy you bring into sessions:
“You cannot change what you do not understand, and you cannot heal what you continue to hide.”
Interests or hobbies outside of work:
Outside of psychology, I enjoy strength training, walking, creating original Christian music, songwriting, reading, and continually learning about human behaviour, leadership, and personal growth. I also value spending quality time with family and my faith community.
Fun fact or story that helps clients connect with you:
People are often surprised to learn that I genuinely enjoy learning. Whether it’s reading research, developing new clinical skills, or exploring creative projects like songwriting, I’m always curious about how people grow, heal, and find meaning. That same curiosity shapes how I approach therapy, every client’s story is unique, and I believe there is always hope for growth.
Sanjeev Works with Teens, Adults, Older Adults, Couples, BIPOC, LGBTQ2+ & MVA Clients!
Areas of Clinical Focus:
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma & PTSD
Stress & Burnout
Grief & Loss
Relationship Issues
Couples Counselling
Anger Management
Emotional Regulation
Self-Esteem
Life Transitions
Panic Disorder
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
ADHD
Men’s Mental Health
Workplace Stress
Chronic Pain (psychological coping)
Suicide Risk Assessment & Safety Planning
Behavioural Addictions (including pornography/compulsive sexual behaviours)
Substance Use (where appropriate)
Insomnia / Sleep Difficulties
Communication & Boundary Issues
Abuse
Adjustment Disorder
Alcohol Abuse
Behavioural Issues
Emotional Abuse
Fears/Phobias
Gambling Addiction
Codependency
Borderline Personality Disorder
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Intellectual Disability
Learning Disabilities
Loneliness
Men's issues
Mental Disorders
Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Social Anxiety Disorder
Social Isolation
Spirituality
Substance abuse
Substance use
Suicidal Thoughts
Weight loss
Women's issues
Therapeutic Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Person-Centred Therapy
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Strengths-Based Therapy
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT)
Trauma-Informed Care
Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Group Counselling
Christian Counselling (upon client request)
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy
Sports Psychology
Exposure Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Positive Psychology
Addictions
Academic Background
• Master of Arts (M.A.) in Psychology, DAV University, India (2021)
• Additional Psychology Coursework, Athabasca University, Alberta, Canada (2024)
Certifications & Trainings
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
• Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1
• Trauma-Informed Care
• Professional Ethics
• Suicide Prevention, Risk Assessment & Crisis Management
• Indigenous Awareness
• Motivational Interviewing
Sanjeev Clinical Areas of Specialization
Trauma & PTSD
Traumatic experiences can continue to affect how we think, feel, relate to others, and experience the world long after the event has passed. Sanjeev supports adults experiencing trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), childhood adversity, attachment wounds, and other overwhelming life experiences. He provides a safe, respectful, and trauma-informed space where clients can process difficult experiences, strengthen emotional regulation, rebuild a sense of safety, and move toward healing at a pace that feels right for them.
Anxiety, Stress & Burnout
Sanjeev works with adults experiencing generalized anxiety, panic, social anxiety, excessive worry, perfectionism, workplace stress, burnout, and emotional overwhelm. Anxiety can impact every area of life, including relationships, work, sleep, and overall wellbeing. Together, you will better understand the factors contributing to your distress while developing practical skills to manage anxiety, build resilience, and move through life with greater confidence and balance.
Depression & Emotional Regulation
Depression and emotional regulation difficulties can leave people feeling emotionally drained, disconnected, or overwhelmed by everyday life. Whether you're experiencing low mood, hopelessness, self-criticism, irritability, or difficulty managing intense emotions, Sanjeev provides a compassionate space to better understand your experiences while building healthier coping strategies, increasing self-awareness, and reconnecting with what matters most to you.
Relationship Concerns & Life Transitions
Relationships and major life changes often bring uncertainty, stress, grief, and questions about who we are. Sanjeev supports individuals and couples navigating relationship difficulties, communication challenges, separation, career changes, identity concerns, cultural adjustment, and other significant life transitions. His goal is to help clients strengthen relationships, gain clarity, and move through periods of change with greater confidence and resilience.
BIPOC, Cultural Identity & Immigration Experiences
Having completed his psychology education in India before continuing his professional career in Canada, Sanjeev understands that culture, identity, and lived experiences shape how we experience the world and our mental health. He values creating a culturally responsive and inclusive space where individuals from diverse backgrounds feel genuinely respected, understood, and supported. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, he welcomes clients who feel most comfortable communicating in any of these languages while exploring concerns related to culture, identity, belonging, immigration, family expectations, and life transitions.
Sanjeev's Authentic Approach:
Getting to know the person who will walk alongside you
Life doesn't always become difficult all at once. Sometimes the changes are subtle. You continue showing up for work, taking care of the people around you, and meeting your responsibilities, yet inside you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, disconnected, or like you've lost sight of yourself. If that feels familiar, I want you to know you don't have to carry it on your own.
One of the reasons I became a psychologist is because I've always been interested in people and the stories that shape who they are. Every person has lived a unique life, experienced different challenges, and developed their own way of navigating the world. I believe meaningful therapy begins with taking the time to understand that story with curiosity, compassion, and without judgment.
Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of supporting people through some of life's most difficult moments. Those experiences have continually reminded me that people are often stronger than they give themselves credit for. Even when life feels overwhelming, there are almost always strengths, values, and resilience that can help guide the way forward. My role is to help you better understand yourself, recognize what's keeping you stuck, and support you as you create meaningful, lasting change that feels authentic to who you are.
Having completed my psychology education in India before continuing my professional journey in Canada has given me the opportunity to connect with people from many different cultures, backgrounds, and walks of life. Those experiences have reinforced my belief that everyone deserves to feel respected, accepted, and understood. I value creating an inclusive space where clients can bring their whole selves into therapy, including individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and members of the BIPOC community. I also offer counselling in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, allowing clients to communicate in the language they feel most comfortable using.
Outside of the office, I enjoy strength training, reading, writing songs, creating music, and continuing to learn both personally and professionally. These interests remind me that growth rarely happens overnight. Whether we're building physical strength, learning a new skill, or working through life's challenges, lasting change is often the result of patience, consistency, and taking one step at a time.
I know reaching out for support can feel like one of the hardest first steps. Whether this is your first experience with therapy or you're returning after time away, my hope is that you'll find a space where you feel comfortable being yourself. My goal is for you to leave each session feeling heard, understood, and more confident in your ability to navigate whatever life brings next.
If you feel we might be a good fit, I'd be honoured to meet you and be part of your journey.