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Shishir Pandey

Registered Social Worker & Clinical Counsellor

Shishir Pandey — Registered Social Worker & Clinical Counsellor

Shishir Pandey

MSW, BSW, RSW, MEd, RPN

Registered Social Worker & Clinical Counsellor

Virtual Sessions Across Ontario
Nepali & Hindi & English

About Shishir

Hello

I'm a Registered Social Worker and Clinical Counsellor who works with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transitions, and self-esteem concerns. As a non-white, first-generation immigrant to Canada from the Global South, my lived experience deeply informs how I show up in the therapy space, allowing me to bring empathy, cultural humility, and a nuanced understanding of identity, migration, and systemic barriers into my work with clients.

My approach to therapy is collaborative, client-centred, and grounded in trauma-informed and anti-oppressive practice. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients feel genuinely heard, respected, and supported. I draw from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Strength-Based approaches, always tailoring therapy to what feels most meaningful and helpful for each individual.

I believe healing happens through authentic connection, collaboration, and practical tools that support meaningful, lasting change. In my role as a Virtual Psychotherapist through the Physiomed collaboration, I'm honoured to support clients as they work toward greater balance, resilience, and well-being.

If you feel we might be a good fit, I would be honoured to walk alongside you in your therapeutic journey.

Specializations & Approach

How I Can Help

AnxietyDepressionTraumaStress ManagementLife TransitionsSelf-EsteemRacialized & Newcomer SupportImmigration & IdentitySystemic BarriersCognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)Narrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyStrength-BasedTrauma-InformedAnti-Oppressive

Education & Training

Credentials

Master of Social Work in Health and Mental Health Stream, University of Toronto

Bachelor of Social Work, York University

Diploma in Nursing, Seneca College

Master of Education, Tribhuvan University, Nepal

Member in Good Standing with Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

Member of College of Nurses of Ontario

Ready to Connect?

Book an appointment with Shishir and take the first step toward feeling more like yourself.