Compassionate, Evidence-Based Therapy for Individuals and Couples

  • Who I Work With

    I specialize in therapy for:

    • Adults and couples navigating relationship challenges, intimacy concerns, or sexual difficulties.

    • Neurodivergent individuals (ADHD, Autism, giftedness) seeking to better understand themselves and thrive in daily life.

    • Professionals and high-achievers managing stress, burnout, and perfectionism.

    • Survivors of trauma who want a compassionate, structured approach to healing.

    • Families and adult children of parents with bipolar disorder—a focus of my doctoral research.

    My Areas of Expertise

    • Neurodivergence and its impact on relationships, work, and identity.

    • Sexual wellbeing and intimacy—supporting both individuals and couples.

    • Trauma recovery through evidence-based therapies like EMDR and IFS.

    • Self-compassion—teaching clients how to shift from inner criticism to inner strength.

    • Workplace stress and resilience—drawing on my consulting experience with corporate, university, and healthcare teams.

    Where I Practice

    I am licensed to provide psychological services in:

    • British Columbia (BC)

    • Quebec (QC)

    For clients outside these regions, I also offer coaching services, which are accessible worldwide.

    What Therapy Can Help You With

    • Gaining clarity in relationships and building deeper connection.

    • Managing stress, anxiety, or burnout.

    • Processing trauma and building resilience.

    • Navigating identity, neurodivergence, or major life transitions.

    • Building confidence and self-trust.

    About Dr. Nijjar

    I am the founder of Resilience Psychotherapy and Resilience at Work, where I combine clinical expertise with compassion to help individuals, couples, and teams thrive. My background includes:

    • PhD research on the adult children of parents with bipolar disorder

    • Extensive clinical assessment experience with national clinics

    • Expertise in sex and couples therapy with neurodivergent individuals and couples

    • Internationally presented work on self-compassion and relationships

    • Consulting with corporate, healthcare, and academic teams to improve workplace dynamics

    Getting Started

    Therapy with me is collaborative, practical, and deeply attuned to who you are.

    • Individuals – 50-minute sessions tailored to your needs

    • Couples – structured support for intimacy, communication, and growth