Leah Dhahan

Therapist Leah

Who Am I?

Welcome! I was born and raised in Vancouver, British Columbia, and I come from two cultures, with my father’s side being Punjabi-Canadian and my mother’s side being German-Mennonite Canadian.

Coming from a bi-cultural background, I have great respect and appreciation for cultural diversity, and I take a culturally sensitive, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach to counselling.

That being said, it is important to me to learn what is unique about you and to understand your values, interests, and strengths.

Through my own counselling journey, I understand and appreciate what it feels like to be in the client’s chair, and I prioritize building a therapeutic relationship that is built on trust, safety, collaboration, respect, and care.

I take a curious, empathic, and flexible approach to working with clients and I always tailor my treatment to whatever will work best for your personal needs, goals, and preferences. I aim to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to share your lived experiences and your stories.

What Can I Do For You?

I work with individuals aged 20-70 who are dealing with a wide range of issues, including:

Anxiety and stress
Depression
Emotion regulation/coping skills
Boundary setting
Codependency
Communication skills
Anger
Interpersonal concerns
Emotional and verbal abuse
Narcissistic abuse recovery
Self-esteem and self-worth
Grief/loss/loneliness
Childhood trauma/CPTSD
Single parenting
Spiritual/existential concerns
Personal/spiritual growth

Fun Facts About Me

I lived in South Korea for two years. I have a ten year old Boston Terrier named Bowser. I enjoy roller skating, hiking, and dancing in my spare time! I am a parent of a young adult.

My Approach

In my work with clients, I draw on interventions from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Gestalt, and Mindfulness techniques. I also incorporate self-compassion work and somatic practices into my work with clients. My aim is to support you in your goals for counselling and empower you on the path toward greater self-awareness, insight, healing, and personal growth.

Education and Credentials

I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Trinity Western University, as well as a Master’s in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University.

In addition, I am a registered early childhood educator with the B.C. Ministry of Children and Family Development, and I have over ten years of experience supporting toddlers and preschool-age children in childcare settings.