Dr. Sogol Shams (RCC #22447) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Ph.D. in Psychology and extensive experience working with children and adolescents in both private clinics and non-profit organizations across Iran and Canada.
Fluent in English and Persian (Farsi), she offers culturally sensitive counselling, ensuring that clients feel understood, respected, and supported in the language they are most comfortable with.
Her clinical focus includes helping young clients overcome:
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Low self-esteem
• The effects of trauma
With a compassionate, client-centered approach, Dr. Shams creates a safe and nurturing space where children feel valued, heard, and empowered to grow.
She integrates evidence-based modalities such as:
• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Play Therapy
• Storytelling
Through close collaboration with families, Dr. Shams helps children build confidence, strengthen coping skills, and thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. Her goal is to equip each child with the resilience and self-belief they need to navigate life’s challenges and achieve their fullest potential.
