Susan Aini
Student Counsellor
(she/her/hers)
In-Person and Virtual Sessions
Susan is currently accepting new clients!
Please email us at connect@collective-healing.ca to connect with Susan for counselling services. For existing clients, self-book here.
Susan (she/her) is of Afghan and Syrian heritage. Living with multiple identities—Muslim, Arab, Middle-Eastern, Canadian, someone with an invisible disability, student, and survivor—Susan understands the complexities of life and the burnout that comes with it. She is committed to social justice and addressing issues of oppression, colonialism, and injustice worldwide.
Susan comes from supporting families affected by domestic violence, as well as working alongside autistic children and youth. She hopes to work alongside individuals from diverse backgrounds and with a variety of experiences. This includes those experiencing regular burnout at the workplace, survivors of domestic violence, individuals who are neurodivergent, people dealing with intergenerational trauma, those facing health conflicts, and individuals experiencing oppression.
Susan approaches counselling with curiosity and respect, recognizing that clients are the experts in their own lives. She aims to create a comfortable, open space where clients can be themselves. She welcome feedback to ensure the work together is effective and meaningful. She draws from somatic experiencing and narrative therapy, focusing on a client-centered approach. Prioritizing the unique needs and goals of each person, helping them lead their own healing process.
Standing at 6'1", her height might suggest a career in basketball, but her true passions lie in martial arts and volleyball. Susan holds a black belt in Tae Kwon Do and has honed her skills on the volleyball court for many years. In her free time, she enjoys watching TV in bed, cooking hearty meals, and spending quality time with loved ones. She aspires to be the representation she needed as a 12-year-old, striving to contribute positively to the world around her.
Susan’s Availability
Location: Venables, Virtual
Days and Hours:
Friday 2:00pm - 7:00pm (Venables or Virtual)
Saturday 11:00am - 4:00pm (Virtual)
Practicum ends August 2025.
Susan Aini
Student Counsellor
Image Description: Susan is centered in the photo, gently smiling. She has blonde wavy hair cascading over her shoulders. She is wearing a black top complemented by a necklace featuring a pointed pendant. The backdrop is dark.