If grief has reshaped your world, or you're navigating what it means to build a life away from the country you grew up in, Parinaz could be a perfect match for you. Her practice covers grief and loss, immigration and life transitions, family conflict, trauma, chronic pain, and the anxiety and depression that often travel alongside them.
Parinaz draws on Systemic Therapy, Psychodynamic approaches, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and Person-Centred Therapy, adapting her approach session to session based on what a client needs. In the room, that looks like curiosity about your story, attention to the emotions you may have learned to set aside, and space to work through what's been hard to name. She offers sessions in both English and Farsi.
Parinaz does her best work with adults and couples navigating grief, immigration, family conflict, chronic illness and the disorientation that can come with major life transitions. She does not currently work with children or older adults.
Clients describe Parinaz as attentive and grounding, someone who listens closely and helps untangle what's been sitting heavy, often surfacing options they hadn't considered on their own.
Registered Clinical Counsellor #19300 with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. Trained in EMDR (EMDR Europe Association and the EMDR Institute of Dr. Francine Shapiro), Emotionally Focused Therapy (Externship and Core Skills Advanced Training, ICEEFT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (University of Toronto), Systemic Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Child Psychoanalysis and Brain Story Certification. Sessions in English and Farsi.
“Book this session for your first couples session, after your consultation.”
$23060 min
Family counselling
2 options
$19550 min
Free Support Group for Iranian Community Members
“Being far from your country and facing the challenges of immigration make it really difficult to find your new identity and social support to feel safe and functional. On top of these challenges, The ongoing crisis in Iran has profoundly impacted Iranian people, their families, and their community.
If you are looking for emotional support and want to connect with other Iranian people for encouragement, care, and connection, join our weekly support group for Iranian community members, led by Parinaz Falsafi, RCC.
This group offers an opportunity for you to discuss your feelings and the challenges of living in a new country while your mother country and your belongings are in a painful situation. While you struggle to adjust to your new lifestyle, many far from your homeland, you may feel worried about how your family and friends are doing. You may not be in touch with your families and social supports as much as you were before, and maybe you have fears, hopelessness, sadness, and other complex feelings. If you are in this situation, our support group can help.
In this group, members can speak openly about their feelings and develop positive skills to cope with the current situation in Iran. This group aims to help members feel less lonely, isolated and judged; reduce distress, depression, and anxiety; and help members gain a sense of empowerment, control, and hope.
In this group, Parinaz will use different techniques based on the group members’ unique needs. She will focus on the Here and Now, the relationship between our body and mind, and our automatic reactions in different situations. Parinaz will support you to find patterns and cognitions that may be keeping you stuck. This combination of approaches will help members get in touch with their inner thoughts and feelings through deep conversations about coping in this crisis.
This is a 6-week closed group on 6 consecutive Sundaydays from 10am-11:30am.
Space is limited to 7 participants.
To register, please email Parinaz: parinaz@lynnvalleycounselling.com or visit www.lynnvalleycounselling.janeapp.com to book a 20-minute consultation to assess whether this group will be a good fit for you.
Winter 2023 Dates: February 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19”
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Individual Counselling
“50 minute in-person session”4 options
$170–$255· 50–75 minFrom $170 to $255 for 50–75 min — the cheapest and the dearest counselling appointments this clinic charges for.
Pre-Group ConsultationNew patient
“Please sign up for a 20-minute consultation with Pari prior to registering for the support group.”2 options
Price not listed
Relationship Harmony Group - Farsi-Speaking
“This is a six-week group series lead by Parinaz Falsafi, RCC. In this group, we will explore the dynamics of intimacy, love, and communication skills. In each session, Parinaz will provide a safe and supportive space for open dialogue and self-discovery. Whether you're seeking to strengthen an existing relationship or preparing for future connections, these sessions will offer a valuable opportunity for personal growth. We'll cover essential topics such as understanding the dynamic of intimacy, recognizing communication patterns, and cultivating more profound connections with your partner.”
$5590 min
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