Meet Registered Clinical Counsellor: Vandana Kumra

Vandana Kumra is the founder of our practice and a Registered Clinical Counsellor. Born and raised on the West Coast, with roots in India, she brings a rich blend of cultural insight to her work. Fluent in English, Punjabi, and Hindi, Vandana is dedicated to creating a counselling space that is accessible, inclusive, and welcoming to individuals from all backgrounds.

Her professional journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. While she initially set out to explore the connection between movement and well-being, her path shifted after a life-changing experience working with survivors of human trafficking. Supporting individuals through some of their darkest moments awakened a deep passion for mental health, which led her to pursue a Master’s in Counselling Psychology and solidified her commitment to helping others heal and reclaim their lives.

Today, Vandana’s work extends into Forensic Psychiatry, where she serves as a Concurrent Disorders Counsellor, supporting individuals at the complex crossroads of mental health, substance use, and the criminal justice system. Her work in this field has deepened her understanding of trauma, systemic barriers, and the resilience that often hides beneath struggle. It has also reinforced her belief that with the right support, every person holds the capacity for growth and change—no matter where their path began.

Beyond her work, Vandana is a creator and seeker at heart. You’ll often find her scribbling down ideas, challenging her body at the gym, or finding stillness by the ocean. An unapologetic psychology enthusiast, she often has J. Cole’s music plays in the background as she reflects on life’s complexities. At her core, Vandana believes that we are not bound by the limitations we inherit or the ones we create. Instead, she sees every individual capable of stepping into their fullest potential—one intentional step at a time.

Vandana leads this practice with warmth, authenticity, and an unwavering belief in the strength of the human spirit. Her work is rooted in the understanding that life’s hardest moments can become the soil from which growth emerges—and that having the right support along the way can make all the difference.