Deeya Thakkar

Deeya Thakkar is a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) student at City University of Canada, currently completing her practicum at ReFocus You. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from MacEwan University. Deeya’s therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) to help clients navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. She is passionate about fostering a collaborative and supportive therapeutic space where individuals feel empowered to explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and work toward meaningful change.

Deeya has experience supporting diverse populations in both clinical and community mental health settings. Her work as a Child and Youth Care Worker at CarePros has given her valuable experience in providing emotional support, crisis intervention, and behavioral management. Additionally, her involvement with CASA Child, Adolescent, and Family Mental Health and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton has allowed her to facilitate psychoeducational groups, support youth in building resilience and self-esteem, and apply research insights to enhance mental health interventions.

Her primary areas of focus include working with late adolescents and adults facing concerns including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma and grief.  Deeya is committed to a culturally sensitive approach and offers services in English, Hindi, and Gujarati to ensure accessibility and inclusivity in therapy"