Ayesha Notiar
M.A. (Psychotherapy), M.A. (Education), CCC
Canadian Certified Counsellor & Psychotherapist | Edmonton, Alberta
About Me
I’m an EMDR-trained therapist offering integrative therapy grounded in the Feel • Heal • Become framework—a holistic approach that supports emotional, cognitive, relational, and spiritual well-being.
Born in Pakistan, raised in New York, and now calling Edmonton - the traditional lands of the nêhiyawak (Cree), Anishinaabe (Saulteaux), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux—my home, I understand what it means to navigate multiple worlds and identities.
What once felt like fragmentation has become my greatest teacher: a reminder that healing often means gathering the pieces of who we are and coming home to ourselves.
Healing isn’t a straight line—it’s a return, again and again, to yourself. I’m here to walk beside you on this journey, with curiosity, warmth, and respect for your pace and process.
My Approach
Healing is supported through experiences of being seen, heard, and understood. You are more than your symptoms—a whole person with inherent resilience, insight, and capacity for growth.
I provide a structured, client-centred therapeutic space to explore presenting concerns while strengthening emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and psychological integration. Grounded in respect for self-expression and authentic connection, therapy offers a safe environment where your experiences are honoured and your inner world is met with care and understanding.
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Your lived experience, identity, and inner wisdom guide the direction of our work. You are the expert of your own life, and therapy honours that truth.
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Your body carries stories and wisdom that your mind may not yet have words for. We gently attune to physical sensations and somatic experiences to support deeper healing.
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Your spiritual beliefs, cultural traditions, or intuitive ways of knowing can be woven into therapy in a way that feels grounding, respectful, and true to you.
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Safety, pacing, and consent guide every step. Healing is never rushed; it unfolds with care for your nervous system’s capacity.
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Your story is welcome here — all identities, backgrounds, and lived experiences. You deserve a space free from judgment, shame, or pressure.
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We acknowledge how systems of oppression shape lived experiences and work together toward reclaiming agency, voice, and self-worth.
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We walk together. You bring your truth; we bring therapeutic knowledge; and together we co-create a path that aligns with what you need most.
Guiding Principles
These principles shape how we work together and help create a therapeutic relationship rooted in respect, safety, and personal alignment:
My Experience & Education
I hold a Master of Arts in Psychotherapy and a Master of Arts in Education, and I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) through the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). I am also EMDR - trained. My ongoing professional development focuses on approaches that are culturally responsive, spiritually integrated, and grounded in current research, ensuring that my practice reflects both clinical excellence and a compassionate, attuned standard of care.
Get Started
It’s normal to feel uncertain about starting therapy. Whether you’re navigating change, seeking clarity, or wanting to understand yourself more deeply, we can explore those goals together. If you’re unsure, a consultation is simply a chance to connect, ask questions, and see whether this support feels right for you.
