Gulzar Firashta

Gulzar Firashta is a compassionate and dedicated professional, holding credentials as a Registered Psychotherapist and a Registered Social Service Worker. Specializing in working with couples and individuals, Gulzar is committed to fostering personal growth and success in both personal lives and intimate relationships.

With a focus on couples therapy, Gulzar employs evidence-based approaches such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples and The Gottman Method level 2. These scientific methods allow her to delve into the emotional dynamics underlying behavior, guiding couples away from cycles of blame, shame, and resentment towards a path of appreciation, love, and connection. Through EFT, she helps couples unravel conflict patterns and maladaptive cycles, while The Gottman Method enables partners to address conflicts, build trust, and cultivate empathy in their relationship.

Gulzar’s professional journey spans over a decade, during which she has provided invaluable support to youth with behavioral challenges and individuals grappling with depression, anxiety, sleep issues, anger, grief, and loss. Employing a holistic approach infused with care and affection, Gulzar utilizes a goal-oriented and collaborative therapeutic style. Drawing from her extensive experience in community-based organizations and school systems, she integrates various therapeutic modalities, including Narrative therapy, Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). This eclectic approach allows individuals to explore their strengths and navigate the path to personal growth.

As a therapist, Gulzar creates a nurturing and accepting space where clients feel heard and understood. Believing in the capacity of every individual to transform current challenges, she focuses on empowering clients to make positive changes in their lives. Fluent in four languages—Gujarati, Hindi, Urdu, and English—Gulzar recognizes the importance of tailoring interventions to diverse needs, emphasizing her commitment to providing personalized care for everyone she serves.

• Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
• Gottman Method for Couples
• Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)