Jennifer Accursi is a Registered Social Worker with over 20 years of experience supporting both youth and adults through a range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma.

She takes a compassionate, strength-based, and collaborative approach to therapy, empowering clients as the experts in their own lives. Jennifer creates a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard, supported, and understood—whether they are seeking guidance, relief, or working toward specific personal goals.

With warmth and empathy, Jennifer works alongside each client to foster resilience, promote healing, and support meaningful, lasting change.

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Sofia Ahmed is a Registered Social Worker with experience supporting children, youth, adults, and families since 2020. She provides a wide range of services, including psychoeducation, family and caregiver support, social and emotional rehabilitation, cognitive rehabilitation, and goal setting.

Sofia has a strong focus on working with individuals recovering from acquired brain injuries, as well as those experiencing musculoskeletal injuries and chronic pain. She is committed to helping clients build skills, regain independence, and achieve meaningful goals in their daily lives.

She holds a Bachelor of Social Work (Honours, Distinction) and a Master of Social Work from the University of Windsor. In addition, she earned a Master’s degree in Languages from Punjab University and is currently pursuing a PhD in Feminist and Gender Studies at York University. Sofia is a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).

In her free time, Sofia enjoys cooking, sewing, and engaging with her community.

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Karim Azizi is a Registered Physiotherapist with a Master of Physiotherapy from McMaster University (2022) and an Honours degree in Medical Sciences from Brock University. He is a member in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.

Karim works with teens, adults and seniors. He helps clients recover from injury and surgery, manage chronic pain, and return safely to school, sport and work. His areas of focus include concussion and vestibular rehabilitation, pelvic health (including prostate-related care), post-cancer rehabilitation, falls prevention, spinal cord injury and amputation rehabilitation, lymphedema and compression care (including ADP funding paperwork), TMD/TMJ, and athletic development and performance for teen and adult athletes.

Karim is certified in pelvic health, concussion rehabilitation, acupuncture and dry needling, TMD/TMJ and wound care, and has completed AIM Level 1 orthopaedics. He is currently completing Advanced Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Modern MLD) and Certified Compression Specialist training. Treatment may include manual therapy, shockwave, Dolphin Neurostimulation, acupuncture, vestibular therapy and technology-measured balance and movement testing. He has also contributed to published cancer research.

Services Karim offers at CTT include: - In-home physiotherapy across Niagara for adults, and for children and teens (ages 6+) - Lymphedema assessment, compression garment fitting and manual lymphatic drainage, including ADP funding paperwork - NormaTec dynamic compression recovery - Physiotherapy assessment and treatment in clinic and virtually

Karim sees clients at our St. Catharines clinic, virtually, and in their homes in Niagara. In his spare time he enjoys wrestling, jiu-jitsu, swimming, and volunteering with underserved children.

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Dr. Hadi Bahiraei is a registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist in Ontario with over 20 years of experience. He provides assessment and treatment for a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, chronic pain, eating disorders, OCD, and personality disorders.

He has specialized expertise in working with individuals affected by motor vehicle and personal injury accidents. Dr. Bahiraei brings a diverse background from clinical settings, universities, and private practice.

In addition to his clinical work, he has an extensive academic background, having served as an Associate Professor of Psychology at I.A.U. and as an instructor at Adler Professional School in Toronto. He is also an accomplished author and translator, with several books in Farsi covering topics such as physiological psychology, introductory psychology, and personality theory.

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Alison Balind is a Registered Social Worker who has supported teens (13–18) and adults across healthcare and mental health settings since 2012. She provides compassionate, evidence-informed counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, OCD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, eating concerns (including emotional eating), substance use, anger, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, life transitions, sleep difficulties, memory concerns, chronic illness and pain, school-related and behavioural concerns, postpartum and perinatal mental health, personality-related concerns, phobias and 2SLGBTQ+ concerns. She also supports people experiencing suicidal thoughts or self-harm.

Alison draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), family systems, somatic, mindfulness-based and narrative approaches, Motivational Interviewing and trauma-sensitive yoga, and also facilitates group therapy. She meets each person where they are, creating a safe and supportive space to build resilience, improve emotional regulation and find a greater sense of balance and well-being.

Alison sees clients at our St. Catharines and Grimsby clinics, virtually, and in their homes across Niagara and Hamilton.

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Elnaz Bayandor is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She works with children, teens and adults, offering a warm, trauma-informed and collaborative space grounded in empathy, cultural sensitivity and evidence-based practice.

Elnaz helps clients build emotional regulation, deepen self-understanding and strengthen resilience, while honouring their lived experiences and their own pace of healing. Drawing on her work in interdisciplinary rehabilitation settings, she also supports people recovering from motor vehicle accidents, living with persistent pain or cognitive changes, or navigating shifts in identity after trauma.

Her approach integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), polyvagal-informed strategies, and creative approaches such as play-based and art-enhanced therapy. Her style is grounding, compassionate and practical, helping clients set meaningful goals and build skills they can use in everyday life.

Elnaz sees clients at our Oakville clinic, virtually, through our virtual reality (XRHealth) services, and in their homes across the GTA, York Region and Barrie & Muskoka.

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Sonya Blake, MSW, RSW, is a Registered Social Worker with over seven years of experience supporting children, preteens, teens, adults, couples and families affected by trauma, violence and complex adversity. She specializes in complex and developmental trauma, including Complex PTSD, relational trauma and the long-term effects of childhood abuse and neglect.

Sonya also helps clients with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress, anger, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, life transitions, sleep difficulties, phobias, and living with chronic illness or pain. With children and teens, she supports behavioural and school-related concerns. She is experienced in supporting people experiencing suicidal thoughts or self-harm.

Her work is trauma-informed, attachment-based and anti-oppressive. She integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), the Integrative Trauma and Attachment Treatment Model (ITATM), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and somatic approaches to help clients stabilize, process and integrate traumatic experiences, with a focus on nervous system regulation, parts work and rebuilding a sense of inner safety. With couples, she uses Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) to strengthen emotional connection, improve communication and repair relational injuries.

Sonya holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Windsor and a Bachelor of Social Work from McMaster University, and is a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

Sonya sees clients at our St. Catharines and Grimsby clinics, virtually, and in their homes across Niagara, Hamilton and Halton. In her spare time, she enjoys walks, time with family, mindfulness, meditation and reading.

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Carly has worked with children and youth since 2013 in a non-therapeutic, but educational daycare setting, as well as within a mental health setting at Pathstone Mental Health. Carly has also worked with youth and adults in a therapeutic setting since her employment as a Registered Psychotherapist began in 2022. She works extensively in the treatment of individuals struggling with various mental health and distress issues within relationships and day-to-day life.

Carly graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Child Health from Brock University in 2019. Carly then proceeded to graduate with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University in 2022. Carly is a member in good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.

In her spare time, Carly likes to travel and explore, spend time with loved ones and pets, be outdoors, and participate in physical activity.

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Alexandra (Alli) holds a Bachelor of Science in Honours Health Studies from the University of Waterloo, with a specialization in Health Research and a minor in Medical Physiology, as well as a Master of Social Work in Mental Health and Health from the University of Toronto.

Alli is a Registered Social Worker (RSW) in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). All additional training includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).

With experience across primary care, university, and community mental health settings, Alli provides psychotherapy, psychosocial assessments, and care coordination. Areas of focus include anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and complex health conditions.

Alli uses evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, and ACT to support clients in building practical coping strategies, improving wellbeing, and achieving personally meaningful goals through collaborative, individualized care.

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Rebecca began her career in the professional culinary space. Her love and passion for food and cooking developed into an enthusiasm for wellness to highlight food as an essential aspect of community and health. Since then, Rebecca now has extensive experience in both public and private health sectors providing nutrition therapy with a focus on rehabilitation and recovery management, food literacy education, and nutrition communication programming. Rebecca focuses on strength-based counselling strategies to create realistic and attainable lifestyle goals for clients to maintain long-term.

Rebecca has always had a passion for research and for the translation of evidence-based action into practice. She completed an undergraduate thesis pertaining to food sovereignty and food security where she was awarded the Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism (APNM) Research Excellence Award for her outstanding contributions to the exercise science and nutrition scientific field. Rebecca then continued to complete a double master’s thesis in both community and clinical nutrition research. Her community research pertained to food literacy skills assessment and development while her clinical research focused on the nutritional intervention management of Crohn’s Disease.

During her spare time, Rebecca enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her cat, Beans. She enjoys cooking and baking for her family, trying new local restaurants, gardening, hiking, and camping.

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Katrina Downie is a Registered Social Worker who has supported children, teens, adults and families since 2021. She helps clients with mental health concerns, trauma, addiction recovery, family conflict, housing instability and major life changes, and uses a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach.

Katrina draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I) and family systems principles. She also provides Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) as part of an interdisciplinary team, integrating it with psychotherapy for treatment-resistant depression and other concerns when clinically appropriate. Her background includes family mental health and housing programs, where she completed assessments, built individualized treatment plans and facilitated groups.

Katrina holds a Bachelor of Social Work from York University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto (Children and Their Families), and has completed the Family Therapy Training Program and a micro-credential in Anti-Human Trafficking Advocacy from Seneca College. She is a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

Katrina sees clients at our Oakville clinic, virtually, and in their homes across Hamilton, Halton and the GTA. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, spending time outdoors and crafting.

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Alessandra Peretti is passionate about providing comprehensive support to individuals recovering from trauma.

With over six years of experience as a registered social worker and health consultant, Alessandra offers evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to individual client needs. Her practice integrates trauma-informed approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), focusing on fostering resilience and stability.

In her current role at Critical Trauma Therapy, Alessandra specializes in counseling and case management for motor vehicle accident claimants. She collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver wrap-around services, emphasizing recovery and reintegration into community life. Alessandra also advocates for equity and non-punitive rehabilitation for marginalized populations.

Her expertise extends to supporting individuals with acquired brain injuries, concurrent disorders, and complex psychosocial challenges. Alessandra provides professional leadership, facilitating training and workshops to promote trauma-informed care, ethical practice, and anti-oppressive methodologies.

During her spare time, Alessandra is dedicated to advocacy efforts for mental health destigmatization and equity for marginalized communities. She enjoys travelling, staying active, and engaging in mindfulness practices.

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Acsana Fernando, MSW, RSW, is a Registered Social Worker and psychotherapist who provides compassionate, trauma-informed, person-centred and culturally responsive therapy to preteens, adolescents, adults, couples and families.

She supports clients with anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, stress, ADHD and autism-related concerns, school challenges, relationship difficulties, anger, self-esteem, life transitions, sleep difficulties, chronic illness and pain, substance use, personality-related concerns and phobias, and supports people experiencing suicidal thoughts or self-harm.

Acsana’s approach is individualized and collaborative, drawing on CBT, DBT, Family Systems Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, mindfulness-based therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Focused CBT. Her goal is a respectful, non-judgmental space where clients can understand their experiences, strengthen coping skills, improve relationships and work toward meaningful change.

Acsana provides therapy in English, Bengali, Hindi and Urdu, virtually across Ontario and in clients’ homes.

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With over 10 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, Salma is deeply committed to empowering individuals and families as they navigate life’s challenges. She specializes in trauma-informed care, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and family therapy, providing a safe and supportive environment for clients to heal and grow.

Her extensive background includes working with women in prison, survivors of violence, at-risk children (ages 8–13), refugees, and victims of torture who have experienced trauma from war and displacement. She is skilled in risk assessment, crisis intervention, and developing personalized safety plans, particularly for women experiencing domestic violence, incarcerated women, and children facing academic and social difficulties.

Throughout her career, she has embraced an empathetic, collaborative, and evidence-based approach, ensuring that her clients receive personalized, high-quality care that aligns with their needs, strengths, and goals. As a lifelong learner, she actively engages in ongoing professional development, training, and research to remain at the forefront of clinical social work and psychotherapy.

Fluent in English, Arabic, and French, Salma is registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers

Above all, Salma is passionate about advocacy, resilience, and fostering meaningful change in the lives of the individuals and families she serves.

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Angela Gray is passionate about helping people recover and thrive after traumatic and life-changing events.

Angela has more than 5 years of experience working as a Registered Social Worker and is in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. Angela is a social work graduate of McMaster University.

Angela has extensive experience in community-based rehabilitation with clients who have sustained traumatic and acquired brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, chronic pain, and various orthopaedic injuries, as well as mental health issues. Angela’s clinical experience has been in both the public and private sectors. Angela has also been an expert witness in court as a treating occupational therapist.

During her spare time, Angela enjoys spending time with family and friends, gardening, and hiking.

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Sonya Guzzi is a Registered Social Worker who has worked in mental health since 2016, providing psychotherapy, case management, crisis intervention and comprehensive needs assessment. She has extensive experience supporting people with complex mental health needs and those affected by financial and housing instability.

Sonya works with adolescents (13–18) and adults. She helps clients with anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem, life transitions and school-related concerns. Her approach is practical and collaborative, drawing on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.

Sonya holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (Honours) from Brock University and a Bachelor of Social Work from McMaster University. She has completed certificates in CBT, DBT through the Portland Institute, and Access to Lethal Means for suicide prevention, and is completing Attachment, Regulation and Competency (ARC) trauma-informed training. She is a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

Sonya sees clients at our St. Catharines and Grimsby clinics, virtually across Ontario, and in their homes in Niagara. In her spare time she enjoys hanging out with her cat, travelling the world and kickboxing.

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Karel is a passionate and compassionate Registered Social Worker with over a decade of experience supporting individuals through trauma and major life transitions. He practices from a person-centered, anti-oppressive, holistic, and strength-based approach. Karel is in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Social Work from Carleton University, graduating with distinction.

Over the past five years as a registered practitioner, Karel has focused on community-based rehabilitation, helping individuals reintegrate into their lives following hospitalization for traumatic and acquired brain injuries, chronic pain, and cognitive or mental health challenges. His clinical experience spans both hospital and in-home settings. He has also supported underprivileged youth, individuals with developmental and physical disabilities, and families facing homelessness.

Outside of work, Karel enjoys spending time in nature, making maple syrup, traveling, and being with his family.

Areas of Focus & Expertise

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Relationship challenges
• Stress Management
• Rehabilitation
• Case Management
• Hospital Discharge Planning
• Social Policy Analysis
• Program Development

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Christina Joy is a Registered Social Worker (RSW) in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW). She earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto in 2024, after more than five years of community work supporting people facing homelessness, intimate partner violence and emotional dysregulation.

Christina works with teens, adults, couples and families, offering an empathetic, non-judgmental and client-centred space. She supports clients with anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, OCD, grief and loss, stress, sleep difficulties, self-esteem, relationship challenges, school-related concerns, life transitions and LGBTQ+ related concerns.

She draws on a wide range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness-based therapy, narrative therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing, family systems therapy and play therapy. For couples, she uses the Gottman Method. Christina is certified in Psious/Amelia Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy and completed Trauma-Focused CBT training in 2023. She also offers our structured anxiety programs, including TakeFlight (fear of flying), agoraphobia, social anxiety, public speaking, fear of heights, and driving and passenger anxiety. Christina has authored research in social work, communications and intimate partner violence.

Christina sees clients primarily at our Grimsby clinic, as well as virtually and in their homes across Niagara and Hamilton.

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Gulrukh Khan is a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She works with teens, adults, couples and families, offering a warm, trauma-informed and culturally responsive space where clients feel safe, heard and supported.

Gulrukh helps clients with anxiety, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, stress, anger, self-esteem, phobias and major life transitions. She draws on a range of evidence-based approaches, including EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic therapy, psychodynamic therapy and motivational interviewing. For couples, she uses Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method to help partners rebuild connection and communication. She also uses innovative virtual reality (XRHealth) techniques to support emotional regulation, gradual exposure and recovery.

Gulrukh works collaboratively, tailoring each session to her clients’ goals and helping them understand what they’re experiencing and build practical skills for everyday life.

Gulrukh sees clients at our Oakville clinic, virtually, and through our virtual reality (XRHealth) services.

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Cheyann Labadie is a Registered Social Worker and Case Manager based in Toronto who is passionate about supporting individuals navigating complex injuries and life changes. She has experience working with clients living with acquired brain injuries, chronic pain, ADHD, autism, and intellectual disabilities across clinical, rehabilitation, and community settings.

Cheyann takes a compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centred approach, focusing on advocacy, empowerment, and whole-person care. She works closely with clients to complete assessments, coordinate care, and help them access important resources such as housing, financial supports, and rehabilitation services.

Alongside her clinical work, Cheyann also mentors Master of Social Work students, supporting their growth in ethical practice and professional development. She brings additional experience in ADHD assessment and coaching, helping clients strengthen executive functioning and emotional regulation skills.

Cheyann holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto and is committed to helping clients build independence, confidence, and an improved quality of life.

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Tonia Lowry is a dedicated and experienced Social Worker with extensive expertise in providing therapeutic support to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, and adults. Known for superior interpersonal skills, strong leadership, and effective conflict resolution capabilities, she is committed to maintaining client confidentiality and delivering high-quality, person-centred care. She offers psychotherapy, case management, and advocacy services.

She specializes in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma, and has experience in the assessment and treatment of acquired brain injury and chronic pain. Tonia has worked with WSIB and motor vehicle accident (MVA) clients for the past 6 years.

Tonia graduated with a Master of Social Work from the University of Windsor in 2020. She is a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW).

In her spare time, Tonia enjoys spending time with her family. In the summer, she spends most weekends at her trailer. Her hobbies include reading, playing euchre, journaling, taking pictures, and going for walks with her dog.

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Sarah McGilvray is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from York University and a Bachelor of Social Work from Toronto Metropolitan University. She is in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).

Sarah has extensive experience supporting both children and adults across diverse communities. Her work includes supporting individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities, neurological conditions such as aphasia and Parkinson’s, as well as those recovering from catastrophic and non-catastrophic injuries. She also provides care for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, memory loss, dementia, and those navigating palliative and end-of-life care.

She is trained in Trauma-Informed Practice, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Narrative Therapy, and holds certification in Indigenous Perspectives on Mental Health of Children & Youth.

In addition to her clinical work, Sarah has served as a field instructor, mentoring social work students in practicum placements.

Creating a supportive and compassionate space, Sarah works collaboratively with clients to promote resilience, healing, and overall well-being.

During her spare time, Sarah enjoys spending time with family and friends, being at the cottage, travelling, and playing sports.

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Charlotte McGrory is a Registered Social Worker who works with teens (13–18) and adults. Since 2023 she has worked in mental health rehabilitation, with extensive experience supporting people after acquired brain injury, musculoskeletal injury and chronic pain.

Charlotte helps clients with anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, stress, phobias, self-esteem, relationship concerns, sleep difficulties, school-related challenges and life transitions. She offers an affirming space for 2SLGBTQ+ clients and is trained to support people experiencing suicidal thoughts or self-harm. She draws on CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness-based and somatic approaches, Motivational Interviewing and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) tapping, and is pursuing further training in family systems therapy.

Charlotte holds a Bachelor of Social Science (Honours Specialization in Psychology) from Western University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Windsor (2026), and has completed ASIST suicide intervention training. She is a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

Charlotte sees clients at our Oakville clinic and virtually across Ontario, and also works with our Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) service. In her spare time she enjoys staying active, playing pickleball, reading and spending time with family and friends.

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Keri Michaud is a Registered Social Worker with over seven years of experience providing mental health and wellness support to teens, adults and seniors experiencing trauma and other challenges to their wellbeing. She places strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship and on meeting each client where they are.

Keri supports clients with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use and relationship challenges. Her areas of focus include managing stress, building emotional regulation skills, coping with anxiety and depressive symptoms, and crisis response and safety planning. She draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Keri provides individual therapy in English, in person at our Oakville and Grimsby clinics, virtually, and in clients’ homes across the GTA and York Region.

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Zoe Paravalos is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. She has worked in community mental health and private practice with preteens (10+), teens and adults.

Zoe helps clients with anxiety, OCD, depression and low mood, stress, self-esteem, relationship concerns, sleep difficulties, school-related challenges, major life transitions, living with chronic illness or pain, and postpartum and perinatal mental health. She also supports clients experiencing suicidal thoughts or self-harm.

Her approach is warm, holistic and integrative, grounded in trauma-informed care and drawing on CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based, narrative, solution-focused, person-centred and strengths-based therapies. Her background includes psychosocial assessment, individualized treatment planning, short- and long-term therapy, and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare and community teams.

Zoe sees clients at our Kitchener clinic and virtually across Ontario. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring farmers’ markets and trying new recipes.

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Samantha is passionate about supporting individuals and families through life’s challenges, helping them heal, grow, and build fulfilling lives. With a Master of Social Work (MSW, RSW), Samantha has extensive experience as a medical social worker in both inpatient and outpatient settings, as well as private practice. She is a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW), the Ontario Association of Family Mediation (OAFM), and the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing International Association (EMDRIA).

Samantha is trained in highly specialized therapeutic modalities, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Somatic Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Ego State Therapy, and Virtual Reality (VR) Therapy for Exposure Therapy. She integrates these evidence-based approaches to provide trauma-informed care tailored to each individual.

Throughout her career, Samantha has worked in emergency medicine, nephrology, mental health, and rehabilitation, providing crisis intervention, case management, and psychotherapy for diverse populations. Her expertise includes supporting individuals coping with chronic illness, trauma, grief and bereavement, relationship difficulties, and mental health challenges.

In their spare time, Samantha enjoys working out, reading, traveling, and exploring multicultural cuisines.

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Hailey M. Riga supports children, youth, adults, and families. She started her career as a Behaviour Therapist providing behavioural support, then moved into counselling, where she now offers trauma-informed counselling and family support. Hailey works mainly with children, youth, and families. She draws on attachment-based and trauma-informed approaches to help clients build emotional regulation, strengthen relationships, and support their overall mental wellness. Her formal training includes Play Therapy (Level 1), Filial Therapy (Level 1), Theraplay (Level 1), Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP)-informed parenting interventions, and Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed therapy. Her areas of focus include pediatric mental health, child and youth counselling, family therapy and parent coaching, trauma and attachment, play-based interventions, anxiety, and behavioural challenges. She also brings experience providing trauma-informed counselling to adults. Hailey holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University and is currently completing her Master of Social Work at the University of Windsor. She is a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and an active member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers. In her spare time, Hailey enjoys reading, travelling, spending time with family and friends, and exploring creative activities.

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Juliana Roman is a psychotherapist and health promotion specialist based in Ontario with over 8 years of experience. She specializes in trauma-focused therapy, supporting individuals experiencing PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges through evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction.

Juliana holds a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, as well as advanced training in dance, movement, and rehabilitation. She integrates this unique background into her work, incorporating dance movement and music therapy—particularly in supporting clients recovering from brain injuries and motor vehicle accidents.

She is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy and Gottman Method interventions, helping couples strengthen relationships and build healthy attachment. In addition to individual and couples therapy, Juliana also facilitates group sessions focused on trauma recovery, emotional regulation, and resilience.

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Alexandra Sim is a Registered Social Worker and psychotherapist in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She works with adults, including young adults, to navigate life’s challenges with compassion, clarity and confidence.

Alexandra has clinical experience in inpatient and outpatient hospital settings and several years of counselling people recovering from motor vehicle accidents. She has also supported seniors and their families in long-term care through major life transitions. Her approach is collaborative and practical: she partners with clients to set meaningful, realistic goals and build evidence-informed strategies that fit into everyday life, strengthening self-awareness, resilience and lasting change.

Having lived in Europe, South America and Asia, Alexandra brings openness, curiosity and a deep appreciation for diverse cultures and perspectives to her work.

Alexandra sees clients virtually across Ontario and Nova Scotia. Outside of work, she loves adventure: exploring nature, snowboarding, scuba diving and travelling.

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Amanda’s approach to therapy is built on trust, creativity, safety, authenticity, and healing. Amanda has a passion for working with all ages. She excels in supporting children and families with self-esteem, parenting, trauma, anxiety, low mood, self-harm/suicide, and relationship struggles. Amanda also works with individuals seeking support with grief, loss, and trauma.

Amanda’s warm, compassionate, and client-centred approach fosters a safe therapeutic environment for clients to be vulnerable and explore the underlying wounds of trauma. Amanda honours all life experiences and is proficient at exploring and healing the root causes of pain.

During her spare time, Amanda enjoys spending time outdoors, playing sports and board games, and spending time with friends and family.

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Dr. Tripathi is a Psychologist specializing in trauma-informed care, offering evidence-based psychotherapy and psychological assessments in clinical and rehabilitation settings. They use a range of approaches, including CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, mindfulness, and psychodynamic techniques, to support clients facing anxiety, depression, chronic pain, stress, and trauma-related challenges.

Dr. Tripathi has gained supervised experience at several rehabilitation clinics since 2021, providing therapy and conducting assessments, progress reports, and return-to-work evaluations for WSIB clients.

Committed to ongoing professional development, Dr. Tripathi is currently pursuing certifications in Clinical Trauma Practice and DSM-5-TR differential diagnosis, and has completed advanced training at ADLER Graduate Professional School.

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Leslie-Ann Valley (MSW, BSW, RSW) is a Master of Social Work (MSW) with extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families across a wide range of social service and clinical settings. Over the course of her professional journey, she has spent decades walking alongside individuals and families through complex life challenges, family fractures, and seasons of distress.

Alongside her private practice, Leslie-Ann currently works as a social worker within a major pediatric hospital, where she supports individuals and families navigating anxiety, depression, crisis, trauma, grief, and end-of-life care. This work continues to shape her clinical approach, which is grounded in compassionate care and attuned to what people need when life feels overwhelming or uncertain.

Leslie-Ann is deeply passionate about supporting individuals who are struggling with their mental health, their relationships, or their sense of self. Her role is to come alongside clients by creating a safe space where they feel seen and supported, can make sense of their experiences, and move toward healing, clarity, and greater emotional well-being.

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Matthew VanLeeuwen, PT, MPT, BSc (Hons.)

Matthew VanLeeuwen is a Registered Physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Science in Medical Sciences from Brock University and a Master of Physical Therapy from Western University.

Matthew works with children and teens, adults, and older adults across a broad range of musculoskeletal, sports, neurological, vestibular, and complex rehabilitation presentations. His clinical interests include sports and musculoskeletal rehabilitation, persistent pain, concussion and vestibular rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, gait and mobility, and functional rehabilitation.

Matthew takes an active, movement-focused approach grounded in evidence-informed practice. His work includes rehabilitation before and after injury or surgery, graded return to school, sport, work, and physical activity, and developing the strength, capacity, and movement confidence required for higher-level activity. He also works with individuals experiencing chronic or persistent pain, balance and mobility limitations, falls risk, and more complex rehabilitation needs, including rehabilitation following spinal cord injury or amputation. Clients who have completed surgical intervention and are looking to rebuild strength, mobility, and conditioning can also benefit from his rehabilitation approach.

Some of his is clinical services include; Concussion & Vestibular Assessment and Treatment, Sports Performance Assessment and Training, Longevity & Movement Assessment, Child & Teen Physiotherapy, lymphedema assessment and treatment, compression garment fitting, shockwave therapy, and NormaTec dynamic compression recovery. Matthew is also ADP certified to complete Ontario Assistive Devices Program paperwork for compression garments.

Treatment is individualized according to each person’s presentation, goals, and response to rehabilitation. Depending on the clinical situation, treatment may incorporate exercise prescription and progressive loading, manual therapy, shockwave therapy, acupuncture and dry needling, Microcurrent Point Stimulation (Dolphin MPS), vestibular rehabilitation, and rehabilitation technology. Matthew also has an interest in objective measurement and technology that can help assess strength, gait, balance, mobility, and physical capacity and monitor changes over time.

He believes physiotherapy should ultimately help people become more capable and confident in using their bodies. Whether the goal is returning to competitive sport, getting back to the gym, rebuilding strength after surgery or illness, returning to work, improving balance and mobility, or simply feeling more confident with everyday activities, rehabilitation should be directed toward meaningful function and independence.

Not sure physiotherapy is right for you? Matthew is happy to start with a free 15-minute call. He sees clients at our St. Catharines clinic, at our Grimsby clinic by appointment (please call to book), virtually, and in their homes in Niagara.

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Josh’s 10 years of experience working with people give him a knowledgeable, open-minded, and empathetic perspective that fuels his passion for helping others overcome trauma. He uses a strengths-based, solution-focused approach, incorporating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Starting therapy can feel confusing, lonely, or overwhelming—Josh wants you to know you’re not alone. He believes building a strong relationship is key to healing and knows that one-size-fits-all doesn’t work for everyone. If you book an appointment, he’ll collaborate with you to create a holistic plan tailored to your needs.

Josh values healthy eating, travel, sports, and staying active. In his free time, he enjoys being in nature, discovering new restaurants, spending time with loved ones, or sipping coffee at a local café.

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Jane has collaborated with individuals aged sixteen and above, couples, and families since 2017, offering services to optimize client well-being through compassionate and knowledgeable support. She works extensively in the assessment and treatment of individuals who are experiencing low mood, anxiety, chronic pain and PTSD symptoms.

Jane graduated with a Bachelor of Arts, Social Development Studies (Hons.) from the University of Waterloo in 2017, followed by a Master of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2019. Jane is a member in good standing with the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, as well as the Ontario Association of Social Workers.

In her spare time, Jane enjoys creative writing, watercolour painting, and exploring the natural world. She also looks forward to taking a pottery course soon.

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Vivian Wong is a Registered Social Worker with more than a decade of experience supporting individuals, couples and families across the lifespan, from children to older adults, including clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. She provides culturally sensitive assessment and counselling for complex mental health concerns and life transitions.

Vivian’s areas of focus include trauma and grief, emotional regulation and stress, and support for older adults from multicultural backgrounds. Her experience in hospital discharge planning and catastrophic injury support means she understands complex healthcare systems and can guide clients through some of life’s most challenging moments. Her approach blends evidence-based practice with creative expression, drawing on her certifications in Sound Therapy, Therapeutic Art Life Coaching and Crisis Intervention, and she is skilled at helping clients bridge cultural and generational differences.

Vivian holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Hong Kong (2014) and a Bachelor of Arts in Music and Sociology from the University of Toronto. She is a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and the Ontario Association of Social Workers.

Vivian sees clients virtually and in their homes in York Region. Outside of work, she enjoys time outdoors with her children and playing piano.

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