Hello! I’m Bhavna Lalwani, a licensed psychotherapist, and founder of Hope Stories Psychotherapy.

With over 15 years of experience, I support individuals navigating anxiety, complex trauma, emotional overwhelm, neurodivergence, parenting stress, and relationship challenges rooted in abuse or cultural/family pressures.

I’m committed to creating a trauma-informed, inclusive space that is safe, affirming, and respects your unique story.

Therapeutic Approach: My approach is integrative and grounded in the following frameworks and modalities:   • Anti-Oppressive Practice

• Culturally Sensitive and Inclusive Care

• Trauma-Informed Framework

• Client-Centered Therapy

• Narrative Therapy

• Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (for Complex Trauma)

• Feminist Therapy

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Mindfulness-Based Strategies

Specializations:  I support individuals facing:

• Long-term and complex trauma

• PTSD and anxiety disorders

• Grief, loss, and depression

• Emotional dysregulation and self-harm

• ADHD and neurodivergence

• Chronic pain and somatic distress

• Childhood abuse, attachment wounds, and relational trauma

• Intimate partner violence, sexual abuse, and human trafficking

• Parenting stress, workplace mental health, and overall wellbeing

Education and Credentials :

• Degree: MA in Counselling, 2011

• Institution: Tata Institute of Social Sciences, India

• Licenses and Certifications:

Registered Psychotherapist, CRPO

Professional Experience:

I have had the privilege of working with a diverse range of individuals across private practice, community agencies, hospitals and educational settings. I have worked with internationally renowned agencies in Mumbai, India and Ontario, Canada.

My work is deeply informed by a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive lens, particularly in supporting women, BIPOC clients, and those impacted by systemic and relational trauma.

Personal Philosophy:

I believe therapy is not about pathologizing you—but about understanding the survival strategies you’ve developed, honoring your resilience, and gently rewriting the stories that no longer serve you.

My goal is to co-create a space where you can feel seen, grounded, and empowered to move forward with clarity and self-trust.  

Services Offered:

• Individual Therapy - for adults and seniors.

Getting Started

Beginning therapy can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. If you’re feeling stuck, anxious, or unsure of where to begin, I invite you to book a free 15-minute consultation through Jane.

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