Available In-Person & Online

Afsah Ahmad

MCP, RCC
Locations
Primary Location
Cognizance Counselling and Psychotherapy
607 - 13761 96 Avenue
Surrey,
V3V 0E8
Office is Wheelchair Accessible

Counselling Practice Website

Practice Information

You may be reaching out because something just doesn’t feel right. Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed, emotionally tired, anxious, or stuck in patterns that are hard to break. Perhaps you’re carrying experiences from the past that still show up in your day-to-day life, or you’re navigating a transition that has left you feeling unsure of yourself or disconnected from others. Whatever brings you here, you don’t have to have it all figured out before starting therapy.

Counselling can be a space where you slow down, breathe, and begin to make sense of what you’re going through. I offer a warm, compassionate, and down-to-earth space where you can speak openly, feel understood, and explore what matters most to you—at your own pace. There is no pressure to be “fixed” or to talk about anything before you’re ready.

My way of working is collaborative and gentle. We focus on understanding your experiences, building emotional safety, and finding practical, meaningful ways to help you feel more grounded, resilient, and connected. Therapy isn’t about changing who you are; it’s about learning to be kinder to yourself, strengthening your inner resources, and creating space for growth and healing.

I work with individuals, couples, and families who are navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and personal growth. Many of the people I support are looking for a therapist who feels human, present, and respectful—someone who listens deeply and walks alongside them rather than leading or rushing the process.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 15 years of experience and hold Master’s degrees in Counselling Psychology and Clinical Psychology. I have worked with diverse individuals and families across a range of settings, and I bring that experience into my work with sensitivity, curiosity, and care.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, unsure, or simply ready to take a step toward change, I would be honoured to support you.

Client Fee (Individuals)

160

Client Fee (Couples/Families)

185

Availability

 
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Areas of Practice

Marriage and∕or Relationship Issues
Anxiety and∕or Panic
Depression
Personal Growth
Personal Injury
Critical Incidents and Acute Stress
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Approaches Used

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Processing Therapy
Communication Skills Training
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT)
Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Marriage & Couples Counselling
Mindfulness approaches
Motivational Interviewing
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Solution Focused Therapy

Other Languages Spoken

Hindi
Punjabi
Urdu