Shachi Bhavsar
Student Therapist - MACP (IN PROGRESS)
Hi there! My name is Shachi Bhavsar, and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) at Rebound Total Health. For many years, it felt like I had too many tabs open in my brain all at once, with each one playing a different song and creating constant dissonance as I navigated an ADHD diagnosis in an immigrant household. Rather than trying to shut these experiences down, learning how to organize them into remixes I could enjoy helped me move from feeling fragmented towards harmony and wholeness.
These personal reflections, alongside an education in psychology, have fueled my commitment to supporting others in integrating and adapting to the chaos of life to find holistic balance and structure. I am motivated by genuine connection and a desire to foster hope and joy, and I look forward to offering you an inclusive space that honours your diverse lived experiences and recognizes your strengths as the foundation for growth.
My goal is to help you find strength and clarity on your journey to well-being and bouncing back!
We can connect virtually or in person
Whether you’re near or far, I can help you bounce back. We can meet in-person in a calming, quiet environment in our newly renovated office space in Dundas, Ontario. We can also meet conveniently online or via telephone, giving you more flexibility to choose a time and place that works for you and your busy schedule.
If you’re ready to start, book a free consultation with me below.
What Can I Help you with?
I have experience in integrative therapy with teens and adults. Allowing them to explore life with curiosity and self-compassion while deepening their connection to their emotions and body.
Do you need help with any of the struggles listed below? I can help!
- ADHD
- Burnout and Chronic Stress
- Neurodivergent Specific Issues
- Life Transitions
- Cultural Identity & Lived Experience
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Self-Esteem
- Self Harm
- Relational Issues
- Social Anxiety
Don’t see your struggle on the list above?
Let’s chat in a free consultation to see if I can help you or if someone on the Rebound team would be a better fit.
Working with Shachi Bhavsar
Working with me means that the entirety of your experiences are welcomed, curiosity is encouraged, and growth happens without leaving parts of yourself behind. My goal is to create a space for authentic conversation and thoughtful exploration where you can foster insight at a pace that feels right for you. My hope is that you leave each session feeling understood, optimistic, and renewed with a sense of direction for navigating life.
Worth mentioning
As clients decide who they want to work with for counselling, there’s lots to take into consideration! Here are some additional perks you should know of!
I believe we are shaped by an interconnected web of experiences and values, and that our physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being all influence one another. Together, we can collaboratively explore all of these dimensions to support healing that feels integrated and aligned with your whole self.
I truly understand the importance of adapting to what works for your life and for you, rather than fighting against it. I believe there is no one-size-fits-all approach to healing, and I work with you to tailor care that reflects your unique experiences, needs, perspectives, and existing strengths.
I am a spirited person who brings warmth, lightness, and an uplifting presence into the therapeutic space. To me, being spirited also means being deeply curious about your spirit. I believe everyone carries a quiet drive and a sense of purpose, and together we can explore what passions fuel your spirit to help you reconnect with that inner spark and support it in ways that feel sustaining for you.
What does a session with me look like?
Therapy can often feel heavy, therefore in sessions with me you can expect an atmosphere that includes warmth, levity, and shared moments of lightness and laughter. Meaningful work with me includes open reflection, mindfulness strategies and practical tools to help you gain insight, structure, and coping strategies that you can apply outside of your session. I aim to create a human-to-human connection through curiosity, thoughtful questions, and genuine presence, centred around what feels most supportive for you.
Q&A just for fun
Q: Dogs or Cats?
A: Cats! (I actually love both, but my cat would very strongly disagree with any other answer)
Q: Guilty Pleasure?
A: Taking a nap at any chance I can get
Q: Favourite Season?
A: Spring – the returning warmth feels best in contrast to the cold of Canadian winters
Q: Favourite Saying?
A: “The night is young, and by the grace of magic, so are we.”
Q: Biggest Pet Peeve
A: Loud chewing. It makes me twitch
Q: Ideal Vacation?
A: Dining my way around the world, with sightseeing scheduled strictly between meals
Q: Hobbies?
A: Being a DJ! I love exploring new music and creating fun remixes
My Approach
My approach to counselling is holistic and grounded in collaboration, compassion, and curiosity. I view clients as experts in their own lives and work alongside them to understand how their thoughts, emotions, behaviours, relationships, and cultural experiences interact. Together, we can co-create goals and a flexible structure that feels supportive rather than prescriptive. This collaborative process actively incorporates your feedback, reflection, and preferences, ensuring that therapy remains responsive, relevant, and aligned with what feels most meaningful and helpful for you.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
CBT focuses on understanding the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and how these patterns influence well-being. Together, we work to identify unhelpful patterns and develop practical strategies to support change and emotional regulation.
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
MBCT integrates mindfulness practices with cognitive strategies to help individuals relate differently to their thoughts and emotions. It emphasizes awareness, presence, and self-compassion, particularly when working with stress, rumination, or low mood.
Psychoeducation
Psychoeducation involves learning about mental health, emotional responses, and coping strategies in a clear and accessible way. Understanding the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and what is happening in the mind and body can reduce self-blame and empower meaningful change.
Integrative
An integrative approach allows me to draw from relational, strengths-based, culturally responsive, and emotion-focused perspectives to support meaningful change. This flexibility helps sessions remain responsive to your goals, values, and lived experiences while honouring the whole person within their unique context.
Credentials
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University (in progress)
Honours Bachelor of Science Specializing in Psychology, University of Toronto (2023)
CCPA Student Number #11264413
CRPO Registration #
Fees & Session Costs
Individual 50-Minute Session $90
Couples’ 50-Minute Session $110
Training Highlights
“You are stronger than you seem, braver than you believe, and smarter than you think.” -Christopher Robin
Interested in working with me?
As your counsellor I provide a comfortable, judgement-free space for help and healing.
When you’re ready, I invite individuals from all walks of life to reach out for a free consultation to see if we’re the right fit.