Compassionate • Neuroaffirming • Personalized

Welcome to TouchBrain

A safe, inclusive and supportive space where children, youth, adults and families can access compassionate counselling and personalized brain-based care.

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Advanced Neurofeedback Care
Vancouver · Coquitlam · Tri-Cities

Advanced Brain-Based Therapy & Counselling With the Right Support

Our Registered Clinical Counsellors and Psychotherapists provide personalized, neuroaffirming care for children, teens, adults, and families. We combine compassionate counselling with evidence-informed brain-based therapies to support emotional regulation, attention, resilience, confidence, and everyday functioning.

NeurofeedbackQEEG Brain MappingEMDRPBM Therapy
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Compassion meets innovation

Personalized care for every brain

01 Emotional regulation 02 Attention & focus 03 Long-term resilience
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Personalized pathways to care

How Can We Help?

Personalized, evidence-informed support designed around your or your child’s individual needs, strengths, and goals.

Assessment & regulation

Brain-Based Therapies

QEEG brain mapping, neurofeedback, PBM therapy, and personalized neuromodulation approaches.

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Professional mental-health care

Counselling & Psychotherapy

Compassionate, evidence-informed support with Registered Clinical Counsellors and Psychotherapists.

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Support for younger minds

Child & Youth Therapies

Play therapy, art therapy, sensorimotor approaches, and care designed for children and adolescents.

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Care for the whole family

Family & Parent Support

Guidance, coaching, and practical workshops to help families build connection and navigate challenges together.

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Not sure which service is right for you?

Our team can help you choose the most appropriate next step.

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A clear and personalized process

Your Path to Feeling Better

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Initial Consultation

We begin by listening to your concerns, understanding your goals, and learning about the support you or your child may need.

Understanding your needs
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Explore our featured work, practical mental-health resources, clinic updates, and growing community.

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Neurofeedback and Creativity in Counselling

Discover how brain-based feedback and creative therapeutic practice can come together to support expression, insight, and meaningful change.

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Touch Brain Counselor 2026 Global Recognition Award
A proud milestone

Global Recognition Award Recipient

Touch Brain Counselor was honoured with a Global Recognition Award for its work and contribution to mental-health care.

Compassion · Innovation · Impact
Shiva Sherkat, Founder and Clinical Director of Touch Brain Counselor
Shiva Sherkat, RCC Founder & Clinical Director

Leadership grounded in compassionate care

Meet Our Founder

Shiva Sherkat, RCC · Founder & Clinical Director

Shiva Sherkat, RCC is the Founder and Clinical Director of Touch Brain Counselor. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Psychotherapist, she provides compassionate, evidence-informed mental health care for children, adolescents, adults, and families.

With over 15 years of clinical experience, Shiva specializes in brain-based therapies, including QEEG Brain Mapping, LORETA Neurofeedback, tDCS, and Psychotherapy.

Her mission is to empower individuals and families to create lasting change through ethical, compassionate, and scientifically informed care.

15+ Years of clinical experience
Clinical focus QEEG · LORETA Neurofeedback · tDCS · Psychotherapy
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Meaningful change takes time

What Progress Looks Like With Counselling & Brain-Based Therapies

Progress is gradual and individualized—but meaningful changes often become visible as regulation, confidence, and connection improve.

  • ✓Calmer emotional responses
  • ✓Improved focus and attention
  • ✓Reduced anxiety and overwhelm
  • ✓Better sleep patterns
  • ✓Fewer behavioural escalations
  • ✓Increased confidence and independence
  • ✓Stronger parent-child connection

Every treatment plan is personalized. Our team can help identify the most appropriate starting point for you or your child.

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Personalized Support for Meaningful Progress

Personalized pathways to care

Discover Our Services

Explore counselling, neurofeedback, assessment, and creative therapies designed around each client’s individual needs, strengths, and goals.

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Counselling & psychotherapy

Counselling

Provides a supportive, confidential space for children, teens, adults, parents, and couples to explore emotions, work through challenges, set goals, and develop practical coping strategies.

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Brain-based therapy

Classic Neurofeedback

A gentle, non-invasive form of brain training that helps the brain develop healthier patterns of activity. It may support attention, emotional regulation, relaxation, sleep, and overall self-regulation.

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Evidence-based therapy

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

A structured, evidence-based therapy that helps clients understand how thoughts, emotions, and behaviours influence one another. CBT can support people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and emotional-regulation challenges.

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Body-based therapy

Sensorimotor Therapy

A body-based therapeutic approach that explores the connection between the body, brain, and emotions. It uses movement, posture, breathing, and body awareness to support the processing of stress, trauma, and sensory challenges.

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Mind-body support

Mindfulness Therapy

Uses breathing, grounding, and guided-awareness techniques to help calm the nervous system and strengthen emotional resilience. It may benefit children and adults experiencing anxiety, ADHD, autism, trauma, worry, or sensory overload.

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Brain assessment

QEEG Brain Mapping

A detailed, non-invasive assessment that measures patterns of brainwave activity. The results help clinicians better understand brain function and develop personalized treatment recommendations, particularly for neurofeedback therapy.

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Advanced brain training

LORETA Neurofeedback

An advanced form of neurofeedback designed to train activity across deeper and interconnected areas of the brain. It may support attention, emotional regulation, anxiety management, trauma recovery, and overall brain functioning.

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Child & youth therapy

Play Therapy

Uses play as a developmentally appropriate way for children to communicate feelings, process experiences, and build emotional and social skills. Sessions may support children experiencing anxiety, trauma, behavioural challenges, or difficulty expressing themselves.

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Creative therapy

Art Therapy

Uses creative activities to support self-expression, emotional exploration, and stress reduction. It offers children, youth, and adults another way to communicate and process feelings without relying entirely on words.

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Insurance & funding options

We Have You Covered

Coverage details and eligibility vary. Please contact your insurance provider or funding agency directly to confirm the services, requirements, and reimbursement available through your plan.

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    ICBC

    Insurance Corporation of British Columbia

    Coverage program
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    CVAP

    Crime Victim Assistance Program

    Coverage program
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    FNHA

    First Nations Health Authority

    Funding program
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    AFU

    Autism Funding Unit

    Funding program
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    MCFD

    Ministry of Children and Family Development

    Funding program
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    SLC

    Subsidized Low-Cost Counselling

    Please inquire

Our Partners & Affiliations

Crime Victim Assistance Registered Clinical Counsellors First Nations Health Authority Insurance Corporation of BC BC Association of Clinical Counsellors Community Resource & Support

Touch Brain Counselor works within a network of professional associations, community resources, insurers, and funding programs to help clients access care.

Questions about eligibility or coverage?

Our team can help you identify the right next step before your first appointment.

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Program participation does not guarantee approval or reimbursement. Eligibility and coverage are determined by the applicable insurer or funding agency.

Hear From Real People. With Real Results.

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    Shadrooh, S

    I highly recommend this first-class and exceptional clinic to anyone seeking professional counseling and therapy. I am truly pleased with the kindness and professionalism of the staff, and I am especially thankful to everyone who has supported me on my journey to recovery.

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    Kanani, M

    The clinic is spotless, beautifully designed, and has a calming atmosphere. Their attention to detail and advanced technology really stand out. I’m extremely happy with our experience and highly recommend Shiva Clinic to anyone looking for top-notch care.

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    Amir, A

    I’m very happy with Touch Brain and truly grateful for their professional and dedicated team. I started play therapy there, and after just two months, I’ve seen great results. Thank you so much for all your hard work and special thanks to your amazing professional team!

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    Karbasi, L

    I am incredibly grateful for the care and support my son has received from their group. They have created a comfortable and supportive environment where my son feels happy. The progress he has made under their guidance has been remarkable.