a space to begin again, heal and grow

Kora (कोरा) means blank or untouched, like a page waiting for a story. It reflects my belief that healing means integrating the past, slowly making space for new understanding, and reclaiming the possibility of writing a new story. Our experiences, both difficult and formative, become part of who we are, but they do not have to control what comes next. Kora is meant to be a space where new understanding can emerge, old patterns can be explored, and meaningful change can begin.

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hi! I am sanchita!

I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist and Canadian Certified Counsellor providing therapy to adults and relationship partners.

I provide in-person and virtual therapy across Alberta as a Registered Provisional Psychologist.

My practice focusses on but is not limited to supporting adults navigating anxiety, complex trauma and PTSD, depression, immigration and associated challenges, substance use concerns, as well as behavioural addictions such as gambling, shopping, porn. I also work with couples navigating interracial relationships, improving communication, resolving recurrent conflicts, adjusting to life changes such as birth of a child.

how can i support you?

Individual Therapy

Relationship Therapy

Group Therapy

my approach

  • The central premise in DBT is balancing acceptance and change: validating and accepting a person’s current experiences while actively working toward healthier coping, improved functioning, and reducing behaviours that no longer serve them.

    Fun fact
    DBT was developed by Marsha Linehan, after her experience in the mental health care system due to her challenges with Borderline Personality Disorder. Here’s a video of her talking about DBT: https://psychwire.com/free-resources/expert-insights/resource-1o224sc/the-four-dbt-skills-modules

  • CBT is based on the idea that our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are interconnected. It helps individuals recognize unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, challenge distorted thoughts, build problem-solving skills, and increase confidence in navigating life’s challenges.

    To read more on CBT: https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/cognitive-behavioural-therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an action-oriented approach that helps people relate differently to difficult thoughts and emotions rather than avoiding or fighting them. ACT encourages acceptance of inner experiences while committing to actions that align with one’s values and create a meaningful life.

    You can read more about ACT here: https://psychwire.com/free-resources/expert-insights/resource-1k4i1qc/what-is-act

  • Trauma-informed care involves recognizing the impact of trauma, responding with sensitivity, reducing the risk of re-traumatization, and shifting the perspective from “What’s wrong with you?” to “What happened to you?”

  • Attachment-based therapy focuses on how early relationships and attachment experiences shape a person’s sense of self, emotions, and relationships. It helps individuals understand patterns of connection, develop emotional security, and build healthier relationships with themselves and others.

    This video explains attachment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjOowWxOXCg

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a therapeutic approach that views the mind as being made up of different “parts” (e.g., protective, wounded, or critical parts), each serving a purpose. IFS helps people understand these parts with compassion, heal underlying emotional wounds, and strengthen connection with their core Self, a place of calm, clarity, and balance.

    Here’s a video explaining IFS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DdZZ7sTX840

  • Existential therapy focuses on helping individuals explore meaning, purpose, freedom, responsibility, and personal values while navigating life’s challenges and creating a more authentic and fulfilling life.

  • This approach is rooted in the belief that every person has an innate capacity for growth, healing, and self-understanding. Through empathy, authenticity, and acceptance, therapy supports you in reconnecting with your strengths and creating meaningful change.

    This video provides a brief explanation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0neRQzudzw

  • The Gottman method focuses on identifying strategies to disarm verbal conflict, increase intimacy, and remove barriers to connection.

  • It views individuals within the context of their relationships and larger systems. It explores patterns, roles, and interactions in the family of origin to foster awareness, connection, and meaningful change.

a place to begin

If you have questions, are curious about therapy, or would like to explore working together, I invite you to reach out. Please fill the form below and I will get in touch with you within 24 hours.
You can also book a free consultation directly through the booking page on this website, which will take you to my calendar.

“When we study trauma, we see what a double-edged sword relationships are; trauma stems from them, recovery depends on them. The most harrowing trauma happens in close relationships, but recovery can not happen in isolation.
Relationships are both poison and antidote.”

- Robert T. Muller