Sachan Guriro is a registered clinical psychologist candidate with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and experience supporting diverse populations across clinical and community settings. Originally trained and practicing in Pakistan, Sachan brings an international perspective to his work and has continued to develop his clinical practice in Canada. His experience includes individual therapy, clinical assessment, counselling, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based psychological interventions.
Sachan works with individuals experiencing a broad range of emotional, psychological, and life challenges. His areas of clinical interest include anxiety, depression, panic disorder, social anxiety, adjustment difficulties, stress, trauma and post-traumatic stress, grief and bereavement, anger management, emotion regulation, fears and phobias, self-esteem concerns, and challenges associated with significant life transitions. He also supports individuals experiencing emotional abuse, borderline personality disorder (BPD), postpartum depression, and seasonal affective disorder, providing support to those navigating emotional distress, difficult experiences, and changes in their personal, professional, or social lives.
His therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and individualized. Sachan draws from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), trauma-focused interventions, mindfulness-based approaches, and behavioural techniques. He is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), hypnotherapy, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), incorporating approaches based on each client’s needs and goals.
In addition to his clinical work, Sachan has experience in mental health education, professional training, and capacity building, and has taught psychology at the university level. He has a particular interest in trauma, psychological first aid, and improving access to effective mental health care.
Outside of his professional work, Sachan enjoys learning, reading, exploring psychology and human behavior, practicing meditation, and exploring spirituality and personal growth. He also enjoys spending time discovering new places, experiences, and perspectives.