Shishir Pandey, RSW — Virtual Therapy in English, Hindi and Nepali

You’re carrying more than most people realize.

Maybe you’re the person others rely on. You meet expectations, care for the people around you, and keep moving forward—even while anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, difficult past experiences, or emotional exhaustion build beneath the surface.

You may also be navigating immigration, cultural expectations, career stress, changing relationships, or questions about identity and belonging. You do not have to wait until things become unbearable to ask for support.

Therapy That Makes Room for the Whole of You

Hello, I’m Shishir. I’m a Registered Social Worker and Clinical Counsellor supporting adults through anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, self-esteem concerns, and major life transitions. My background in social work, mental health, nursing, and education helps me understand well-being from multiple perspectives.

As a first-generation immigrant to Canada from the Global South, I understand that building a new life can involve grief, shifting family roles, pressure to succeed, cultural disconnection, racism, and questions about belonging. You can value the life you have built and still struggle with what building it has required of you. In therapy, you will not need to minimize those complexities or leave important parts of yourself outside the room.

You May Feel Comfortable Working With Me If You Are

• •Experiencing anxiety, overthinking, low mood, or emotional overwhelm
• •Carrying trauma or difficult experiences that continue to affect your life
• •Feeling exhausted by work, caregiving, helping others, or the pressure to remain strong
• •Struggling with confidence, self-worth, or a major life transition
• •Navigating immigration, cultural identity, family expectations, racism, or belonging
• •A man who has learned to manage difficult emotions alone
• •Looking for therapy where your culture, identity, strengths, and challenges will be respected

What Therapy With Me Is Like

Therapy with me is collaborative, respectful, and grounded in curiosity. Together, we can understand the patterns shaping your emotions and choices, develop practical ways to manage overwhelming thoughts, strengthen your sense of self, and find responses that fit the reality of your life.

My approach is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, anti-oppressive, and strength-based. I draw from CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Strength-Based Therapy based on your needs—not to fit you into a model, but to build an approach that fits you. You do not need perfect words or a clear plan before your first session; we can begin with what you are noticing and work from there.

You Don’t Have to Have Everything Figured Out

Reaching out does not mean you have failed to manage things on your own. It means you are making room for support and something different. If you are looking for a therapist who will respect your experiences and work alongside you without judgment, I would be honoured to connect. I am currently accepting new clients for virtual therapy across Ontario in English, Hindi, and Nepali.