Meet Dr. Sogol Shams: Culturally Attuned, Proven Therapy That Works
Dr. Shams PhD, is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (BCACC #22447) with a Ph.D. in Psychology. Fluent in both English and Farsi, she brings a deep understanding of the immigrant experience to her practice. Her approach is warm, compassionate, and insightful, aiming to help clients uncover patterns, heal past wounds, and develop tools for confident living.
Evidence-Based Therapies That Work
Dr. Shams employs a range of evidence-based therapies to support her clients:
🌿 Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
ACT helps clients build psychological flexibility by teaching them how to accept unpleasant thoughts while committing to values–driven action. It’s particularly effective for those feeling stuck or overwhelmed by life’s uncertainties. ACT is proven to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression across diverse populations (Bland, J.S., 2017).
🧠Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): CBT has been shown to be highly effective in treating various mental health conditions. For instance, a study found that 42% of patients receiving CBT responded to treatment, compared to 19% in control groups (Cuijpers P., et al., 2023).
💫 Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): EMDR is recognized for its efficacy in reducing PTSD symptoms, with sustained effects observed at 1 to 4 months post–treatment (Susanty, E., et al., 2022; Flatot-Blin, D., et al., 2023).
🧩Schema Therapy: Schema Therapy has demonstrated effectiveness in reducing depressive symptoms and improving quality of life, particularly in individuals with personality disorders (Zhang, K., et al., 2023).
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🧸 Play Therapy: Play Therapy is an effective treatment for children, with studies showing significant reductions in anxiety, depression, and behavioral problems (Gupta, N., et al., 2023).
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Specializations
Dr. Shams offers support for a wide range of issues, including:
- Anxiety, Depression, Trauma & PTSD
- Addiction (Substances and Behaviours)
- ADD & ADHD
- Anger Management
- Bullying
- Coping Skills
- Cultural Issues
- Domestic Abuse / Violence
- Family Conflict
- Grief & Loss
- Immigration Stress
- Life Transitions
- LGBTQ+ Issues
- Marital & Premarital Counseling
- Mindfulness & Relaxation
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Stress
- School Issues (bullying / testing or evaluations)
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress Eating
- Stress Management
- Suicidal Ideation
- Teen Violence
- Women’s Issues
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Take the First Step
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. Reach out to Dr. Sogol Shams for a supportive and effective therapeutic experience.
Book your free consultation today and embark on a journey toward healing and growth.
