​Client Experiences

Comments below have been voluntarily submitted by clients of Rubina Mangat who wish to share their experience with others.

I have and continue to really value my sessions with you Rubina. Thank you for all of your help so far, it's been a game changer 🙏
- N. Sahota

Rubina has helped me with my communication skills and building my confidence. Thank you Rubina, you have been extremely beneficial and I would highly recommend you to any other neurodivergent person needing some help.
- Tyler G, Burnaby B.C

Rubina, we wanted to let you know how appreciative and grateful we are that you worked with our family, in supporting S***** . It's been almost four years since we met with you and S***** has changed so much. We wanted to leave you with a message that you could put on your testimonials page, because we felt it was the least we could do to pay it forward to other families that may be wondering as we used to, whether counselling is worth it? it is. Nobody in my family, not even myself or my husband had been to a counsellor before.  It's not very common in our culture and community, at least for my generation. When we sat down with Rubina, she was warm and welcoming. She explained  the counselling process in a way that we could understand. Raising my children in a world that is so different to my own while growing up, is very hard. Having someone there to guide you, is a gift from god. S*****  graduates this year and we sleep well knowing we did our best, and that she's got a bright future ahead of her.  Our very best wishes to you Rubina.
- Bains Family

Quite simply, thank you. Sessions are powerful and life changing if you allow them to be. Your insight has been an anchor for me. 
- BR from the Milky Way.

Rubina's approach and care for my daughter and for our entire family has had a positive impact on all of us. I cannot recommend her enough. She has helped us so much to understand our daughter so we can give her the best life possible. She has top notch education and work experience, and it shows when she is working with us. I only wanted to work with someone who actually understands my daughter's diagnosis since I have been through many professionals who did not help, and our pediatrician at children's hospital recommended Rubina. We are very thankful for all of your help Rubina. Dziękuję
- Sebastian and Eva.

You truly have a gift Rubina. I honestly love our sessions and you've helped me work through my past so I can begin living in the now. I really do think the best referrals are word of mouth and that is how I came across your clinic, and I'll be your client until you retire! Your genuine support and encouragement for my life's journey is something I've not had in the past with counselling, you are a diamond and I hope whoever one day reads this, knows they are lucky to be able to work with you!
- Sarah M. Port Moody

Thank you Rubina for your group sessions for my son. In the 6 years since his diagnosis, we've not been able to find a suitable group for him where he can work on his social skills and for once make friends. He looks forward to his group sessions and told me the other day how he feels he finally has a friend. I cannot tell you how much Dan and I appreciate all of your recommendations and hard work with C****** and building his confidence. We feel hopeful high school will be a better experience for him now.
​- D&K, North Vancouver.

Rubina has been there through it all for me. People in your life come and go, but your counsellor and lawyer are with you forever!!
Thank you for all of your support over the last five years. You got me through some of my hardest lows.  I hope we can continue some virtual sessions after the move. 
- Kiran G. 

When I first heard about Rubina, it was through my daughter's piano teacher. I had asked her if she knew of any counsellors that work specifically with the anxiety my daughter was experiencing, and she said she's heard good things about a counsellor named Rubina. I reached out a few days later. 
I felt very lucky to get in, as I heard she doesn't take on new clients often because people don't ever leave! Hehe! She was apparently "that" good. But being the mama bear that I am, I needed my own proof.  And now I know why she's so loved.  All I can say is, I feel indebted to you Rubina (crying now) you have done so much to bring back the smile in my girl, and during this whole covid nightmare, you have been a constant for her and I am grateful. I have been wanting to write you a review for several months now and today finally sat down to do it. Thank you for helping B****** and for making a difference. 
- Maria P. Burnaby B.C

We were referred to Rubina last year by both our speech and language pathologist and behaviour consultant, she was highly recommended for the social skills group that she runs. I really appreciated how Rubina made sure my daughter would be paired with a friend that is similar.  My daughter had a wonderful time in the group and truly misses it! I also miss having my reading and coffee break during group! Two years ago we had her in another group that seems to be a "machine" as it cranks kids in and out, I will leave it nameless, but it is a well known group in the ABA community. I had heard many mixed reviews about it, though still gave it a chance. But I could not have been any more disappointed with the experience. My daughter complained she didn't feel she fit in and my husband and I never noticed any improvements in her friendship skills at school.  In a parent ABA facebook group that I am apart of,  someone posted a research study showing the education provided in that other group actually doesn't have any lasting effects on children with autism. Social thinking is the curriculum to steer clear from. So fellow parents, please beware! It may sound wonderful, but it really isn't providing results and was a waste of our money and time. It's so hard to know these things if you don't do your own research first. We thank you Rubina for all of your help, J***** misses you and we hope we can visit with you soon! 
- Jeff and Paige - Surrey

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I have been to a few counsellors admittedly, but your approach/personality is truly what I think has made the biggest impact in my counselling sessions. If there's any advice I can give to anyone looking for a counsellor, it is to not stick with someone just because you think you should. I stuck it out for two years with one counsellor that wasn't a good fit. Counsellors, like anything else, you should aim to find someone who you connect with. I am always thanking Jesus in my prayers for you Rubina! Every time I feel more confident after our sessions and feel that I can manage what's coming my way and I have a better sense of my own self. My only regret is that I didn't start with you first! But, I guess everything has a reason. Thank you and see you in two weeks.
-Leena M.


You were the first and only person who was able to properly assess what was going on with my daughter. Everyone told me another thing and you nailed it on the head. Her life has changed and so has ours. Thank you for the parent sessions and the sessions you've had with her. It is like night and day. Kind regards.
- T Family - New Westminster

You have been a godsend. Thank you for your help with our two boys!
- Christie H. 


Thank you Rubina for helping my daughter with her anxiety. She still uses the tools you gave her and asks to see you! My husband and I now finally get to sleep in our own bed and she gets to bed without massive meltdowns. I can't believe I finally get to sleep. Thanks!
-  KW. Port Coquitlam


Rubina has worked with my family for over 3 years. She IS family! Her behaviour consultation support for our son has been the light at the end of our tunnel. When our son was first diagnosed with autism we were scared and all the pamphlets in the world did not ease our anxiety. Through a recommendation, we met with Rubina and decided to give ABA a shot. My only wish was for my son to notice me when I walked into a room. He made no eye contact and did not talk. After 5 years not only does he not STOP talking but boy oh boy is he ever aware of when anyone is in the room... which is now met with "hey look I'm totally kicking butt!" when referring to his x-box game. I can't thank you enough Rubina for your encouragement, support, dedication and wisdom. We are so excited for everything else you will do in life! (just as long as you never leave us ;) )
-  T. Surrey


I was a bit worried doing a remote session as I had never done one before, but Rubina's office was too far for me to get to but she came highly recommended and I really wanted to see if I could get help with my anxiety. So I decided to give the online sessions a shot - honestly, best decision ever. I am a fulltime student and its hard enough as it is to find time to do my work and go to work, so never mind going to sessions. She's been so awesome helping figure out a date/time even though it changes every semester. She's super kind and I like her approach. I have seen my progress and thank you for helping me!
- SM. Richmond


I love our sessions and every time I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulder. Thank you for your wise words Rubina. I'm living it one day at a time and so grateful for your help!
- LK. Burnaby


You've helped turn my life around. I am going to miss my weekly session with you! Honestly, I've been to a few counsellors and you were able to figure me out and help me figure ME out. Thank you Rubina. I recommend you to evvvveerrryyyyone! :) 
- S. Coquitlam


Last year we were concerned about our son having autism. Everything I had read or heard about the social piece seemed to fit the bill for my son. I decided to see Rubina in case maybe he had it and we should get an assessment. We were really concerned about his lack of friends at school. She recommended that we first try some counselling to see if maybe there were other underlying reasons for him not having friends. She was right. He was being bullied at school and was to embarrassed to share it with us. Rubina worked with him to help him build confidence, assertiveness and how to approach others in his class. He's now got a few good buddies and is finally getting invites to birthday parties. Seeing my little boy happy is all I want. Thank you so much Rubina!
- Tricia B. Surrey


Some sh*t in life only you can understand and help with. Yup. Sorry for swearing, but I mean this should be genuine right?! YOU ARE THE FUDGISCLING best counsellor ever :DDDDD Thaaaaaank you. I finally have a job and do not hide behind my hair. Haha! If you are a teenager out there and are reading this and have had a lot of issues like me but kinda don't feel like talking to someone Rubina's your gurl. Go see her. Now. NOW. :D
- Maegyn Pitt Meadows


Rubina, words are not enough to say thank you. Thank you so much for all that you have done over the years to support my son and our family. Your dedication, hard work and care for our family has been more than what we could have hoped for. Without you, we're not sure we would have been able to ride out this Autism train with as much hope as we have. You're the best!!  
-  NS. North Vancouver


You are such a treasure to our family and we wanted to thank you for your care, thoughtfulness, and for listening to our difficulties. Thank you, we really feel like we are the luckiest people to have people like yourself investing in our family.
-  L. Surrey


Your guidance and friendly approach really made me feel at ease while talking about things that I don't normally share with anyone. I feel relief now that I've bee able to work through my dark - or "beautiful dark" as you'd say it! Thank you Rubina :) 
- Nicole T. Port Moody


Rubina, everyone LOVED having you come the other day.  They felt you were so professional and helpful and they did not feel like you were just talking down or offering advice that wouldn't really work. Super helpful. Thanks so much for your work on this!  We truly appreciate your valuable input!
-  AL. Private School. (Workshop)


​Thank you Rubina for all your support and guidance over the past few years. 
You are a wonderful person and I will miss you!
-  DT. Surrey

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