Zarrin Tasneem is a Registered
Provisional Psychologist at Kids Reconnect
who uses her Superpowers
to help Calgary kids explore and use
their own strengths to grow and thrive.
Zarrin’s Superhero Story
Attention Parents
Before your first session, you can share this story
with your child. Parents can also scroll below
to read about Zarrin’s professional experience
as a Registered Provisional Psychologist
in her professional bio.
Once upon a time, there was a little girl called Zarrin…
Please stay tuned – Zarrin’s Superhero Story is coming soon!
When kids experience big feelings,
like Dumpling the cat, Zarrin can help.
As a Registered Provisional Psychologist, Zarrin emPOWERs kids by boosting their Superpower strengths to grow and thrive
“Your perceived weaknesses are your hidden strengths, waiting to be embraced. The moment you start to believe in them, your sparkle grows ever brighter.”
– Zarrin Tasneem
Zarrin’s Professional Bio
Zarrin Tasneem is a Registered Provisional Psychologist on the Kids Reconnect team. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Saskatchewan and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) with Psychosocial Intervention Authorization from Yorkville University.
Her training competencies include Internal Family Systems, Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), attachment theory, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Zarrin is also a Certified Drug, Alcohol, and Addiction Counsellor (UBC-CPD).
With a high level of expertise in handling diverse populations, Zarrin has comprehensive experience in supporting adolescent, parents, families, and individuals with therapy modalities and evidence-based approaches such as trauma-informed care, attachment theory, and collaborative problem solving. Her experience also includes recruiting and planning educational projects for vulnerable children.
As a Registered Provisional Psychologist, Zarrin is experienced at providing counselling, therapeutic intervention, and educational classes for clients with substance use disorders, as well as conducting crisis, mental health, and suicide risk assessments. She is highly skilled at working effectively with a diverse client population, as well in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to provide comprehensive care for clients with complex needs. Her experience also includes developing and facilitating psychoeducational and skill groups for youth.
Zarrin loves restoring connection and family resilience at Kids Reconnect. She is passionate about supporting her child, adolescent, parent, and family clients using creative, systemic, and relational approaches to help them develop their strengths, grow, and thrive.
