Hello! I’m Ameera Ali, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC). I support teens and young adults navigating anxiety, perfectionism, low self-esteem, ADHD and executive functioning challenges, identity and self-discovery, and the many transitions that come with growing and figuring out what comes next.
I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can genuinely be yourself without judgment, pressure, or the expectation that you should already have everything figured out. My approach is warm, collaborative, and person-centred. Depending on your needs, I may draw from approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and strengths-based and relational approaches. We will work together in sessions while still leaving space to slow down, reflect, and better understand what is happening beneath the surface.
Counselling for Teens, Young Adults & Life Transitions
Growing up and figuring out who you are can come with a lot of uncertainty. Whether you’re navigating school, graduating, starting a career, becoming more independent, changing relationships, or simply feeling unsure about what comes next, transitions can bring a mix of excitement, pressure, and overwhelm.
I enjoy supporting teens and young adults as they work through these changes and develop a stronger understanding of themselves. Our work may focus on building confidence, making decisions that feel true to you, managing expectations from others, or creating a greater sense of direction and stability during times of change.
ADHD & Executive Functioning Counselling
Sometimes the hardest part isn’t knowing what to do, it’s simply getting started. ADHD and executive functioning challenges can show up as procrastination, difficulty with time management and organization, trouble initiating or completing tasks, feeling overwhelmed, or constantly feeling like you’re falling behind despite trying your best.
Rather than focusing on productivity alone, we’ll identify how your brain works and come up with strategies that feel realistic, compassionate, and sustainable. I believe success isn’t about doing more, but about finding systems that allow you to thrive as yourself.
Counselling for Anxiety, Perfectionism & Self-Esteem
If your mind rarely slows down, you’re constantly overthinking, or you feel like you’re carrying the weight of everyone else’s expectations, you’re not alone. Anxiety and perfectionism can show up in many forms and make it difficult to slow down, trust yourself, or feel like you’re doing enough.
In these moments, we’ll work together in developing greater self-compassion, challenging unhelpful patterns, and building practical tools for managing anxiety and going through life with a greater sense of confidence.
Identity, Culture & Self-Discovery
Figuring out who you are can feel complicated when your own values and wants don’t always align with the expectations around you. This can be especially true when growing up in a collectivist family or culture while navigating an individualistic society.
I support clients who are exploring identity, belonging, family and cultural expectations, and what it means to build a life that feels authentic to them. If you’re feeling caught between what you want and what others expect of you, therapy can be a space to explore those tensions, understand yourself more deeply, and find a path that feels like your own.
Supporting Performance, Sport & Self-Worth
Having grown up playing competitive soccer, I understand firsthand how closely performance and identity can become connected. Sport can bring confidence, connection, and purpose, but it can also involve pressure, fear of mistakes, setbacks, injuries, and high expectations.
My experience as an athlete informs the way I support clients navigating performance pressure, perfectionism, self-criticism, and changes in their athletic identity. These themes can also show up outside of sport, including in school, work, relationships, and other areas where we feel pressure to perform.
A Little About Me
Outside of counselling, I value spending time with the people I love and enjoy travelling, exploring new places, trying new restaurants and cafés, reading, and being creative. I’ve always been curious and drawn to learning new things. I also believe some of the best parts of life happen in ordinary moments: laughing with friends, trying something new, getting lost in a good book or show, or having a really good conversation.
ICBC Counselling
As an approved provider with ICBC, I am able to provide counselling for clients who are accessing therapy through ICBC following a motor vehicle accident. Counselling can provide a space to process the emotional impact of an accident, work through anxiety or changes in day-to-day life, and adjust to the challenges that can come with recovery.
If you’re accessing ICBC-funded counselling and would like to learn more about working together, feel free to reach out to me directly or book a consultation.
Ready to Get Started?
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and you don’t have to know exactly where to begin. Whether you’re looking for support with something specific or simply feel ready for things to feel a little different, I’d be happy to connect and see if we might be a good fit!
My current availability is as follows:
Mondays 8am-12pm (in-person & virtual)
Tuesdays 8am-2pm (in-person & virtual)
Wednesdays 2pm-8pm (virtual only)
Saturdays 8am-2pm (in-person & virtual)
You can book a consultation or first session through my booking page, or contact me directly at ameera.counselling@proton.me.
I also offer accessible counselling for any clients on Mondays from 8am-12pm. I look forward to meeting you!
