My clinical practice, leadership and community support are guided by the following principles:

• I am passionate about the role of individual and relational context: understanding individuals as a person and the world that they live in as it is critical in weaving a meaningful purpose in therapy. Furthermore, I employ a bio-psychosocial lens to my practice; I believe that people function best when there is harmony between biological, psychological, and social well-being.

• I strive to cultivate a therapy and counselling space that is safe and non-judgemental for all genders, races, beliefs and faiths, cultures, bodies, sexual orientations, family constellations and relationships.

• I focus on individual’s depth of understanding and awareness of themselves, their challenges and issues along with their presenting symptoms. Collaboratively, I take a tailor-made approach to develop evidence based treatment goals based on their needs that suits best.

• I am passionate about social advocacy and take responsibility to contribute towards standing up against racism and historical injustices towards Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC). I strive to engage in ongoing antiracist practice, research and studies in order to ensure a safe and trauma informed space for my clients.

• I had the opportunity to support trauma informed and culturally sensitive counselling to 46 First Nations and Indigenous communities, Nishnawbe Aski Nation Territory, with Mental Health Wellness Support Program, known as NAN Hope Project.

• My journey as a multidisciplinary independent artist has been deeply intertwined with my role as a mental health practitioner. As an independent artist, I am constantly exploring the depths of movement and its connection to our innermost selves. My experience spans across various dance forms, from classical to contemporary allowing me to delve into abstract narratives through movement and emotions.

• I am fascinated by the stories our bodies tell, the silent language of movement that speaks volumes about who we are and what we feel. I am particularly intrigued by the "why" behind movements – what drives us to express ourselves through dance, music and painting and how the body and mind can hold embodied meanings and purpose. This curiosity fuels my passion for artistic exploration and drives me to understand the deeper layers of human expression. I believe that art has the power to heal, to transform, and to illuminate meaning and purpose.

Thank you for stopping by!

Sukanya is the Founder and Director of Mental Health Colour. She has worked as a clinician with several psychiatric hospitals, clinics, universities, and community organizations. She has several years of professional experience in private practice, in-patient and out-patient care at various hospitals, community mental health organizations and various other clinical and non-clinical settings. Sukanya is also a United Nations Ambassador (SDG) representing National Capital Region, Canada.

Sukanya holds Master of Science in Clinical Psychology & Neuroscience, Bachelor of Science with Honours in Psychology and has certifications in Couples Therapy Treatment (Harvard Medical School), Psychiatry (University of Sydney), Psychological Interventions (Johns Hopkins University).

Sukanya is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist (CCTP) from Arizona Trauma Institute and a Certified Grief Counsellor.

As a polyglot (English, Bengali, Spanish, Hindi), Sukanya strives to provide culturally sensitive and racially informed therapy to individuals, couples and families from diverse backgrounds. Sukanya uses evidence-based treatment in her clinical practice (EFT, CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness etc).

Sukanya values collaboration and openness to identify treatment goals and find the most effective strategies to promote growth and healing. Her approach to treatment is eclectic in nature and incorporates holistic, trauma informed, client-centred framework.

Starting therapy and counselling takes courage and can be a significant moment in one’s life. Sukanya provides therapeutic environment that is safe, supportive, and non-judgmental, grounded in compassion and empathy, which allows you to uncover new insights and move at your own pace towards the changes you hope to create. Her approach is collaborative and relational, where clients develop a long-lasting and secure connection in a safe space.

Sukanya offers counselling therapy services over phone and video, maintaining strict confidentiality.

To book an appointment, please reach out to us via our Booking Page.

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