Akash

Clinical Counsellor

Role

Registered Clinical Counsellor (R.C.C.)

Professional Background

I have a bachelor's degree in commerce from UBC and a master's degree in counselling psychology from Yorkville University. I have been in the mental health field for over six years now, and have held various roles prior to becoming a clinical counsellor, including being a behaviour interventionist, residential support worker, outreach support worker, as well being a general mental health and addictions support staff member.

Education | Designations | Accomplishments

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certificate, MANDT certificate, BCACC registration

Inspirations | Motivations

I have always had a keen interest in gaining a better understanding of mental health and what it entails, along with being a part of the ground floor of professionals who are helping to educate and advocate for those who require the services and resources needed to be of assistance. I have always had a passion for helping others, and I wanted that to be a part of the role in my professional life, hence why I have chosen to be a clinical counsellor.

What Led Them Here

I began researching back in 2016 what it would take education and experience wise to become a licensed counsellor, and it led me to applying to several master's degree programs that specialized in counselling psychology. While spending several years in school, I gained invaluable experience as a frontline mental health worker, gaining a better understanding of the needs and requirements of individuals who were seeking help from a different perspective. Having graduated from my program, I have ben able to offer therapeutic services