Jaya Sharma

Compassionate Registered Clinical Counselor (RCC), EMDR therapist, providing trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based care. Experienced in assessment, treatment planning, and crisis intervention, with a strong focus on building therapeutic alliances and supporting meaningful change. Also an experienced corporate trainer with an international background across Canada, Bahrain, and India, specializing in leadership, soft skills, and stress management through yoga and meditation.

Class 5 license, own car, proficient on Jane app

Clinical Counselor - Wellness North Counseling - Surrey, BC

(2024-09)

• Provide client-centered counseling for anxiety, trauma, and life transitions
• Conduct assessments, treatment planning, and risk evaluations
• Maintain clinical documentation and deliver psychoeducation
• Provide individual, couple, family, and group counselling

Clinical Counselor - Fox and Feather Counseling - Surrey, BC

(2026-03)

• Provide client-centered counseling for anxiety, trauma, and life transitions
• Conduct assessments, treatment planning, and risk evaluations
• Maintain clinical documentation and deliver psychoeducation
• Provide individual, couple, family, and group counselling

Clinical Coordinator - Milieu Family Services- South Vancouver Youth Center - Vancouver, BC

(2025-10 - 2025-12)

• Developed behavior support plans and coordinated multidisciplinary care
• Led incident debriefings and coached staff on intervention strategies
• Monitoring client progress and ensuring documentation meets organizational, ethical, and legal standards

Vocational Counselor - Milieu Family Services - Delta, BC

(2021-03)

• Supporting people with disabilities
• Conduct vocational assessments and support employment outcomes
• Provide counseling, job coaching, and life skills training
• Collaborate with employers and community resources

Community Support Worker - Milieu Family Services - Vancouver, BC

(2020-11 - 2021-02)

• Supporting people with disabilities
• Supported clients in home/community settings to build independence
• Support clients in developing life skills, social skills, and independent living skills

Corporate Trainer / Faculty - Bahrain Institute of Hospitality & Retail - Bahrain

(2012 - 2019)

• Delivered retail and soft skills training; assessed corporate training needs
• Contributed to quality assurance and program development

Stress Management & Meditation Trainer - Art of Living Foundation - Canada, Bahrain, India

(2008)

• Facilitate yoga, meditation, and wellness, stress relief programs

Textile and Interior Designer - Sava International - New Delhi India, Bahrain

(1992 - 2007)

Worked in a variety of companies across India and Bahrain as a Designer in Interiors and Textiles

Master's - Counseling Psychology - Yorkville University (2023)

Professional Diploma - Social Services Worker - CDI College (2021)

Certificate IV - Training and ELT - MRWED Australia (2019)