ABOUT JANSU
Human First.
Therapist Second.
I enter the therapy room as a fellow human—a queer, bi-cultural woman, an immigrant, a mother, and a survivor of sorts who has walked through my own healing. I join you with my lived experiences & expertise to offer a brave space for your mental wellness & liberation.
MY FOUNDATIONS
Core Values & Philosophy
My work is grounded in these six pillars. They inform every session, ensuring we create a space of genuine safety, equity, and deep healing.
Intersectionality
We create space for you to be your authentic self without apology. We meet you with warmth and solidarity, honoring your humanity.
In Practice
I actively invite all parts of you—race, culture, gender—into the room, understanding they are inseparable from your mental health.
Radical Compassion
We help you soften the harsh inner critic and cultivate a sense of home within yourself, treating your pain with warmth rather than shame and pressure.​​
In Practice
When the inner critic attacks, we don't fight back. We meet it with warmth, understanding it's trying to protect you.
Anti-Oppression
Therapy should not replicate the harms of the outside world. We strive to create a space that actively dismantles power dynamics.
In Practice
We name the "elephant in the room." If you feel judged by society, we validate that reality rather than gaslighting it.
Authenticity
You can drop the mask here. We encourage genuine expression, inviting you to show up exactly as you are, unpolished and real.
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In Practice
You don't have to "perform" wellness here. Bring your messy, unpolished, real self. It's all welcome.
Decolonization
We challenge colonial models of mental health, making space for spirituality, relational and somatic approaches to emotional & mental wellness.
In Practice
We welcome ancestral wisdom, spiritual connection, and non-linear healing that honors your heritage.
Radical Acceptance
We meet you with unconditional presence. There is no part of you that is “too much,” “too messy,” or “too needy.” Everything you bring is welcome here.
In Practice
We create a container big enough for your rage, grief, and joy, without rushing to "fix" or silence them.
THE RIGHT FIT MATTERS
Is This For You?
Therapy works best when there's a genuine fit. Here's how to know if we're aligned.
We're Likely a Great Fit
You identify as BIPOC, Queer, or hold marginalized & politicized identities
You are looking for relational therapist with lived experience, not a "neutral" therapist
You're navigating cultural identity & require a culturally competent space
You're a parent currently experiencing overwhelm & relational challenges
You are partners looking for a no BS therapist with expertise in relational success
You're 21+ and ready for deep, collaborative therapeutic work
We're Not a Great Fit
You're seeking psychotherapy for children or youth under 21
You're specifically seeking CBT-only or strictly protocol-based therapy
You're in active crisis needing immediate intervention (crisis lines available)
You prefer a therapist who avoids discussing systemic or social issues
You're looking for medication management or psychiatric services
If this sounds like you, I'm happy to provide referrals to wonderful colleagues specializing in these areas.
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
Trusted by Fellow Healers
In a profession built on trust and integrity, here's what fellow therapists say about my work.
Jansu brings passion, clarity, and commitment to her clinical work. She offers herself as a steady companion in the challenging deep dives that define the most tender parts of this profession. It is a privilege to mentor and work alongside her.
Tala El Achkar
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
I trust Jansu to work with a variety of clients effectively and am confident in her ability to engage in empowering, client-centred and sensitive care. She is committed to professional development and creates beautifully supportive care plans.
Kelly Kozluk
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Jansu's presence is powerful and gentle. Her empathetic nature and openness to the client's experience are deeply healing. Her expertise is the cherry on top.
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Mark Murphy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
I have recommended Jansu to friends and loved ones. She is truly gifted and has the ability to meet the person wherever they are in their journey.
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Yasmin Dahleh
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MHI
Jansu offers a safe and compassionate therapeutic environment where clients can have tough & tender conversations. She offers practical strategies to move through big feelings while decreasing shame.
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Jessie MacAlpine Shearer
Registered Psychotherapist, MCC
Jansu is a warm and genuine soul who cares deeply for her clients and the work she does. She has the capacity to form meaningful connections with others that are a perfect foundation for healing and growth.​
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Dina Shamlawi
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
CREDENTIALS
Lifelong Learning
I am committed to cultural humility and the liberation of all oppressed groups. My background in Psychology, Queer & Sexuality Studies, and Social Service Work allows me to draw from multiple disciplines.
Accreditation
MACP, CRPO #11222, CCPA, OAMHP #7187-G
M.A. Counselling Psychology
B.A. (Honors) Psychology
B.A. Sexuality Studies
Specialized Training
Therapeutic Modalities
• Gottman Institute Couples Counselling Level 1 & 2
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Accreditation
• Dialectical Behavioural Therapy Accreditation
• Internal Family Systems Accreditation
• IFS Therapy Immersion: Integrating the Internal Family Systems Model Across Clinical Applications
Identity & Relationships
• Identity Development around Sexuality, Gender, and Relationships - Affirmative Couch
• Polyamorous Clients in Therapy
• 2SLGBTQ Emotional & Mental Health
• Healing from Affairs: Moving Past Trauma of Betrayal & Infidelity
• Sex Therapy Accreditation
Trauma & Crisis
• Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Training Level 1 (CCTP) - Neurobiological Legacy of Trauma
• Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Training Level 2 (CCTP-II): Treatment of Complex Trauma and Dissociative Disorders
• Trauma Summit: Embrace Diversity, Redefine Healing through IFS, EMDR, CPT, DBT and Somatic Therapies
• Trauma Defined: Bessel van der Kolk on The Body Keeps the Score
• Overcoming Trauma-Related Shame and Self-Loathing
• Suicide & Self-harm: Stopping the Pain
Cultural Competency
• Treating Anxiety in Black, Indigenous, People of Color Utilizing Somatic Approach
• Decolonizing Practices for Mental Health: BIPOC Clients Towards Liberation & Healing