Seven rivers counselling

My name is Jess Kaur Sohi, and I am the founder of Seven Rivers Counselling. Welcome to my counselling practice. If you’re reading this, you've already taken the first step toward better mental health and emotional well-being, and I’m so proud of you. Seeking counselling for trauma, anxiety, stress, or depression is a courageous act, and it shows your commitment to healing. I specialize in South Asian mental health, men’s mental health, and trauma counselling. This is a safe, non-judgmental space where you can work through your struggles at your own pace. Together, we’ll build the tools you need to feel better, heal from past trauma, and improve your emotional well-being.

why “seven rivers”

The name Seven Rivers honors the Punjab region's ancient history, once known as the Land of the Seven Rivers (Sapta Sindhu) in the Rig Veda which is the earliest sacred book of India. These seven rivers—Satluj, Jhelum, Ravi, Beas, Chenab, Saraswati, and the Indus—symbolized abundance and cultural vitality. Following geopolitical changes and the Partition of India, the region became defined by its five rivers, giving rise to the modern name Punjab.

This shift from Seven Rivers to Five Rivers reflects not only historical transformation but also the resilience of Punjab's people. It embodies strength, healing, and reclaiming identity amid oppression and colonial legacies. By choosing this name, our practice upholds anti-oppressive values and honours those who resist injustice, emphasizing the role of heritage in healing.

What is your therapeutic approach?

  • Trauma-informed

    I shift the focus from asking, “What's wrong with you?” to “What has happened to you?”

  • Culturally Sensitive

    I acknowledge and value the unique cultural experiences of clients, including their traditions, values, beliefs, interpersonal dynamics, and cultural backgrounds.

  • Holistic approach

    I take all aspects (biological, psychological, social and spiritual) into consideration when helping you navigate life’s challenges.

how does it work?

Free Consultation

Book a free 30 minute consultation to see if we are a good fit for each other. This is an opportunity to connect, learn your concerns and hopes, and explore questions.

Goals

Collaboratively, we will draft some short and long-term goals. We can always add and/or change goals along the way.

Counselling Sessions

I work from a culturally sensitive, anti-oppressive and trauma informed lens. My goal is to better equip you with the skills needed to solve lives challenges.

I am a registered social worker in several provinces, please click the province you reside in for more province specific information and resources.

My fees and services are consistent across all provinces.

Our counselling practice offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for individuals of all cultures, sexual orientations, religions, disabilities, and ages.

We acknowledge that we work, live, and play on the traditional unceded lands of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

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