Simren jhuty

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Simren Jhuty is a registered psychologist and the Founder and Clinical Director of Stride Psychology in Calgary. She is deeply committed to helping individuals break through mental barriers, negative thought patterns, and limiting beliefs that keep them feeling stuck. Through a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach, Simren guides her clients toward greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, and authentic living.

Her work focuses on understanding the unconscious cycles and conditioning that influence emotions, behaviors, and decision-making. By helping clients uncover their true selves, she empowers them to live with greater ease, confidence, and alignment with their values. Whether addressing anxiety, self-doubt, relationship challenges, or personal growth, Simren provides a safe and supportive space for meaningful change.

In addition to counselling, Simren has extensive experience conducting psychological assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. She provides research-based recommendations tailored to each individual’s learning, development, and well-being. With a strong background in education and psychology, she also understands the challenges within the school system and supports families in navigating them effectively.

Qualifications:

Master’s of Science in Applied Paediatric Neuropsychology, University College London (UCL)

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of Calgary 

Professional Affiliations:

College of Alberta Psychologists 

Psychologists' Association of Alberta 

Languages:

• English
• Punjabi

My Areas of Specialty: 

• ADHD
• Stress
• Insomnia
• Chronic Pain
• Anxiety/Depression
• Specific Learning Disorders (ex. Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia)
• Career Uncertainty
• Relationship/Marital Issues/Divorce
• Trauma (i.e., PTSD, motor vehicle accidents, loss of a loved one, exposure to violence)
• Behavioural Disorders (i.e., Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder)

My Services: 

• Individual Counselling
• Psychoeducational Assessments
• ADHD Assessments  (Take our online ADHD test)
• Gifted Assessments
• Assessments For PDD/AISH Funding
• School Admissions Testing

My Therapeutic Approaches:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) 
• Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MSBR) Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

Snanna Virk is a Certified Professional Coach, specializing in Mental Health. She is the Founder of Kids Lead- a program that focuses on helping youth develop emotional regulation and social skills. With a background in psychology, Snanna is trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and ADHD coaching. Snanna has worked in educational, private and non-profit settings, including CanLearn Society and Hull Services. She has facilitated several mental health workshops for the City of Calgary and Calgary Board of Education. 

Snanna has worked with individuals of all ages, specifically those who experience difficulty with regulating and managing their emotions, attention, and impulsivity. She also has extensive experience working with individuals who engage in self-harming behaviours. By utilizing evidence-based therapeutic modalities, Snanna works collaboratively with her clients to help them develop effective skills in mindfulness,  building relationships with others, emotional regulation and distress tolerance.

Mental Health Coaching is an evidence-based treatment focused on strengths-based support for individuals living with behavioural and mental health challenges. Snanna provides a solution focused approach with an emphasis on developing and reaching goals for a fulfilling and purposeful life by addressing distressing thoughts and emotions.

Qualifications:

Core Energy Coaching, iPEC

Energy Leadership, iPEC

Certifications:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Beck Institute
• CBT for Anxiety/Depression, Beck Institute
• ASSIST Suicide Intervention Training 
• Tattered Teddies- Preventing Suicide in Children

Languages:

• English
• Punjabi
• Hindi

My Areas Of Specialty:

• ADHD (Take our online ADHD test)
• Stress
• Divorce
• Career Uncertainty
• Social Skills 
• Emotional Dysregulation 
• Anxiety/Depression
• Chronic Disease Management 
• Self-Harming Behaviours 
• Relationship/Marital Issues 
• Trauma (i.e., loss of a loved one, exposure to violence)

My Services: 

• Individual Counselling/Coaching

My Coaching Approaches:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) 
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• ADHD Coaching
• Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MSBR) Therapy
• Behavioural Coaching
• Solution-Focused Therapy

Tanvir Gill is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. Tanvir has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Counselling. She has experience working in school and community based settings providing supports to children, adolescents, adults and parents. Tanvir has been trained in providing counselling, consultation, and psychoeducational services to children, adolescents, adults and families struggling with ADHD, learning disabilities, and co-occuring psychological issues. She draws on a trauma-informed and neurodevelopmental framework into her understanding of the presenting concerns of the clients and families she works with.  

Tanvir values creating a safe and supportive space for clients. She is a very compassionate and caring professional who understands that each client’s needs are unique. She practices from a client-centered and systemic lens and incorporates solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, and cognitive behaviour therapy in her work. She has experience with, and is passionate about working with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Tanvir mainly provides counselling services to children, adolescents and parents, but also works with adults in her areas of focus.

Qualifications:

Master of Counselling, City University of Seattle
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Simon Fraser University

Professional Affiliations:

College of Alberta Psychologists 

Psychologists' Association of Alberta 

Languages:

• English
• Punjabi

My Areas of Specialty: 

• ADHD (Take our online ADHD test)
• Specific Learning disorders (ex. Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia)
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Self-esteem  
• Traumatic stress
• Peer conflict
• Parent-child conflict
• Life transitions/changes

My Services: 

• Individual counselling
• Parenting support
• Parent coaching and education

My Therapeutic Approaches:

• Person-Centered Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy
• Narrative Therapy
• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
• Family Systems Therapy

Marwah is a Registered Provisional Psychologist and a Registered Neurotherapist with BCN certification. She believes that the challenges we experience result from an incongruence within oneself often arises from the tension between heart and mind. Her therapeutic goal is to guide you on your journey and help you achieve a sense of balance. Through her therapeutic approach, she creates an environment where you feel comfortable, respected, understood, and acknowledged. She encourages exploration of the factors contributing to your struggles while ensuring you have the emotional freedom to share without fear of judgment. Marwah strives to provide a safe space for clients to explore, understand, and heal from underlying trauma and unmet needs that affect their lives. Marwah believes that by mastering your experiences, you master your life.

Qualifications:

Master’s of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Simon Fraser University 

Professional Affiliations:

College of Alberta Psychologists 

Psychologists' Association of Alberta 

Biofeedback Certification International Alliance

Languages:

• English
• Arabic

My Areas of Specialty: 

• ADHD (Take our online ADHD test)
• Anxiety/Depression
• Stress
• Chronic Pain
• Trauma 
• Emotional Dysregulation 
• Attachment Issues
• Grief 
• Intergenerational and Childhood Trauma
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Alienation, Societal Challenges & Systemic Oppression and Discrimination
• Cultural Struggles

My Services: 

• Individual Counselling (children, teens, adults, families) 
• Parenting support
• Parent coaching and education

My Therapeutic Approaches:

• Psychodynamic Therapy 
• Narrative Therapy
• Person-Centered Therapy 
• Mindfulness
• Attachment-Based Psychotherapy
• Play Therapy
• Somatic
• Biopsychosocial (Mind-Body Connection)
• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) 
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Nooreen Sidi is a highly skilled and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) who is registered with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA). With over 10 years of diverse experience, she has helped countless children develop confidence in their communication skills, working across schools, clinics, and community settings. Her specialized expertise spans literacy, fluency, and social communication, enabling her to address a wide range of speech and language challenges with a personalized and evidence-based approach.

In addition to her work with children, Nooreen is deeply committed to fostering a collaborative environment with parents and other professionals. She regularly conducts engaging workshops, training sessions, and presentations aimed at equipping parents, educators, and fellow clinicians with practical strategies and tools to support children’s communication development. Nooreen actively contributes to professional development through lecturing and mentoring emerging SLPs and undergraduate teachers, sharing her knowledge and passion for empowering others. Her holistic approach emphasizes the importance of collaboration between families, professionals, and communities, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to connect, learn, and thrive in a supportive environment.

Qualifications:

Doctorate of Philosophy, Education, (Candidate), University College London

Masters in Speech and Language Therapy, City University London

Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, McMaster University

Professional Affiliations:

 Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists 

Languages:

• English
• French

My Areas of Specialty: 

• Expressive and Receptive Language 
• Social Communication
• Motor Speech
• Fluency
• Articulation

My Services: 

• Speech and Language Assessments

Pariza Fazal has been a Psychometrist in Calgary since 2021, and is currently completing a Master's of Science in School and Applied Child Psychology. Pariza's areas of specialization are ADHD, educational psychology and intervention, developmental psychobiology, as well as mental health and well-being in children and adults. Pariza has worked in private, research, and educational settings. 

With over 5 years of research, crisis intervention experience, and psychometry, Pariza has  developed the necessary skills and resources to establish rapport and create a warm and supportive environment during testing sessions. Pariza always aims to establish an empathetic working alliance with every client to make their journey through the assessment process as smooth as possible. 

Qualifications:

Master's of Science in School and Applied Child Psychology (Candidate), University of Calgary

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of Calgary

Professional Affiliations:

Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance (CADDRA)

Languages:

• English
• French
• Urdu
• Hindi
• Gujurati 

Inara Nanji is a Psychometrist in Calgary with expertise in administering and scoring psychological assessments related to ADHD, learning differences, and cognitive functioning. With a background in behavioural therapy, she has worked closely with children with autism, supporting their development of cognitive, social, and adaptive skills. Inara also has extensive research experience, contributing to studies, co-authoring articles, and assisting with professional development at the University of Calgary.

She believes that assessments should be more than just a clinical process—they should be a collaborative and supportive experience where individuals feel understood. With a structured and individualized approach, she ensures that each client is guided through the assessment process with clarity and care, making the experience as seamless and transparent as possible.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of Calgary

Languages:

• English
• Urdu
• Hindi
• Gujurati 
• Kiswahili